inspire-indiana Chapter 182 The Mysterious Queen on the Island
Chapter 182 The Mysterious Queen on the Island
Li Qiankun was stunned, raised his head in confusion and looked at the old man: "Who are you?"
"I'm just an old resident of the island. You can call me Yunyouzi," the old man introduced himself with a smile. "My queen is very interested in the stone in your hand. She has sent me to invite you to the palace to meet her."
"Queen?" Li Qiankun was even more confused. "There's a queen here?"
Yunyouzi nodded and explained, "Yes, this island has its own kingdom, and the queen is its ruler. She values the power contained in that stone very much, and hopes you can bring the stone to her so she can see its true power."
Li Qiankun looked down at the stone in his hand, his heart filled with doubt and curiosity. He didn't know the specific origins of this stone, only that it possessed extraordinary power. Now, the Queen was actually interested in it, which made him have a deeper understanding of the value of this stone.
"Okay, since Her Majesty the Queen is interested, I will go with you." Li Qiankun decided to follow Yunyouzi. He hoped that through this opportunity, he could learn more about the island and perhaps find clues about the annihilation of his family.
Along the way, Li Qiankun followed Yun Youzi, constantly pondering the queen's identity and purpose. He wondered why the queen was so interested in an ordinary stone. Did she really know the stone's secret?
Soon, they arrived at a magnificent palace. The palace's gates stood open, and sunlight streamed down onto the ground, creating a dazzling spectacle. Li Qiankun looked up and saw the palace towering into the clouds, its imposing majesty like a golden castle, inspiring awe.
Yunyouzi led Li Qiankun into the palace. The interior was even more opulent: resplendent palaces, glittering gems, fragrant flowers... everything astounded Li Qiankun. He paused to take in the beauty, as if transported to a dreamlike world.
"Don't be surprised, my lord. This is only a small part of the palace." Yunyouzi smiled and explained, "The queen is waiting for you in the main hall. Please follow me."
Li Qiankun nodded and continued on with Yunyouzi. They passed through a series of magnificent corridors and finally arrived at the main hall. The hall was softly lit, and the sunlight from the floor-to-ceiling windows cast patches of golden light on the ground. In the center of the hall, an imposing throne stood, and upon it sat a stunningly beautiful woman. Her face was cold and beautiful, her eyes deep, and in her hand she held a jeweled scepter, appearing noble and majestic.
Li Qiankun stepped forward, bowed respectfully, and said, "Greetings, Her Majesty."
The queen nodded slightly, her voice clear and pleasant: "You are finally here. I have been waiting for you for a long time."
Li Qiankun was stunned and asked in confusion, "Your Majesty knows I'm coming?"
The Queen chuckled and said, "Not only do I know you're coming, I also know what you want to ask. But before that, I'd like to hear your terms first."
Li Qiankun's heart skipped a beat, realizing this was a crucial moment in his negotiations with the Queen. He took a deep breath and said, "Your Majesty, I simply wish to know the origins of this stone. It is extremely important to me, as it may be connected to the tragic extermination of my family."
Upon hearing this, the queen's eyes flashed with admiration. "You are a courageous young man, and I admire you. But the truth is often not so easy to come by. However, I can tell you a piece of news in return for bringing you this stone."
Li Qiankun was delighted and quickly said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
The queen smiled slightly and said slowly, "But before that, you must agree to one condition of mine. If you know the truth, you must become mine and be used by me."
Li Qiankun's heart sank when he heard this. He hadn't expected the Queen to propose such a condition, which made him feel a little embarrassed.
He was silent for a moment, then said, "Your Majesty, this condition is too harsh. I am just an ordinary boy. How can I be of use to Your Majesty?"
The Queen said calmly, "Harsh? This world is just like that. But I can give you a chance. Once you've taken your revenge, you can fulfill this promise. How do you say that?"
Li Qiankun remained silent for a moment, weighing the pros and cons in his mind. He knew that to know the truth, he would have to pay a price. Moreover, while the Queen's conditions were harsh, they were not without hope. As long as he could exact revenge, he could escape this bondage.
Thinking of this, Li Qiankun finally nodded: "Okay, I promise you."
The queen nodded with satisfaction and said slowly, "The murderer who wiped out your family was Wu Gensheng."
Li Qiankun's eyes flashed with shock when he heard this: "Wu Gensheng? Isn't he dead?"
The queen shook her head. "He's not dead, he just disappeared. He once came to the island and talked to me, but I haven't heard from him since. I suspect he might be involved in the massacre of your family."
Li Qiankun frowned, his mind full of doubts about the reason why his family was destroyed.
He took a deep breath, trying to calm his inner turmoil, and then slowly spoke: "Your Majesty, I still cannot understand why Wu Gensheng wants to destroy my family? We have no deep hatred for him."
The queen sighed softly, her eyes penetrating, as if she could see into people's hearts. "I have no idea why this happened. But I can tell you that Wu Gensheng is an extremely dangerous man. He never plays by the rules, and his methods are extremely ruthless. If you want to seek revenge on him, you must be extremely careful."
Li Qiankun nodded, his eyes gleaming with determination: "I will find him, no matter where he hides, I will make him pay with blood!"
The queen looked at Li Qiankun, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes. She slowly said, "In this world, there are no absolute interests or rights. People always lose themselves in pursuit and greed, and ultimately go to destruction. You must remember this. Revenge is important, but what is more important is to maintain your original heart."
Li Qiankun was silent for a moment, then bowed deeply. "Thank you for your teachings. I will keep them in mind. But I must avenge my family's blood feud."
The queen nodded slightly, a glint of admiration in her eyes. "Li Qiankun, do you know how special your family's blood is? Wu Gensheng is so relentless in pursuing you because he knows the secrets of this blood."
Li Qiankun was stunned when he heard this and frowned. "The secret of blood? I only know it can bring the dead back to life and escape from its shell. Is there more to it?"
The Queen nodded slightly, a hint of awe in her voice: “The power of this blood is far beyond your imagination.
It not only resurrects the dead, but also grants extraordinary strength and wisdom. Wu Gensheng has been searching for you to harness this power. And you are the key to finding him."
Li Qiankun clenched his fists, a look of determination flashed in his eyes: "I understand, I will find him!"
The Queen sighed, a hint of worry in her voice. "The road to revenge is not easy. Wu Gensheng is cunning and possesses great power and influence. You must be careful and do not let him exploit your weaknesses."
Li Qiankun nodded, his eyes firm. "I will be careful, Your Majesty. After I have my revenge, I will return to the island and fulfill my promise to you."
However, the Queen suddenly spoke, with a hint of apology in her voice: "Li Qiankun, you don't need to fulfill your previous promise."
Li Qiankun stopped and looked back at the queen, his eyes full of confusion: "Your Majesty, what do you mean?"
The queen took a deep breath and said slowly, "I have a new request. I hope you can help me open the Ascension Map."
Li Qiankun was stunned. He had never expected the Queen to make such a request. He frowned and asked in confusion, "The Ascension Diagram? Isn't that a legend on your island? I told you before that the diagram was just a random doodle of mine and has no real meaning."
The Queen shook her head, her eyes deep. "No, the Ascension Diagram is not as simple as you think. It contains some kind of treasure or secret, and only those with a destiny can unlock its mysteries."
Li Qiankun frowned and asked in confusion, "Why do you think I'm the one?"
The queen smiled slightly, a strange light flashing in her eyes: "Because of your blood, Li Qiankun. Your blood has some mysterious connection with the Ascension Diagram. I can feel it. Only you can unlock the secret of the Ascension Diagram."
Li Qiankun felt an inexplicable excitement in his heart. He asked, "So, what secrets are hidden in the Ascension Diagram?"
The queen was silent for a moment, as if weighing something, then she slowly spoke, "It's an ancient legend, about a lost civilization and endless wealth. But I don't know what it is exactly. Only by opening the Ascension Map can the truth be revealed."
Li Qiankun took a deep breath, his eyes flashing with determination: "I understand. I am willing to help you open the Ascension Map. But the premise is that you must tell me the truth."
The queen nodded, a hint of admiration in her eyes. "I promise you. As long as we find the secret of the Ascension Diagram, I will share everything with you."
Li Qiankun revealed a determined look. He slowly extended his hand and gently shook the Queen's hand. "Okay, let's work together. I will do my best to open the Ascension Map."