They all want to change my future.

Chapter 55 Different

The two huddled together by the stone bench, flipping through the thin, nameless book.

The booklet does not have many pages, only about ten pages in total.

The text above contains the Empress's comments on the "Broken Army Spear Technique" and several other powerful martial arts techniques, recorded in clear and concise ink. Her comments are always to the point.

It also explains the origin of the "Amazing Step": "Not domineering enough, so we took a section from the phoenix's graceful flight and named it 'Amazing Step'."

"The Empress's insight is truly unfathomable."

After reading a few pages, Lin Yueyin's expression became unusually serious.

Li Zhi didn't think that much about it; he just thought what was written above was quite interesting.

"That's a good idea and approach. She created the 'Amazing Step,' and she can make it something that's exclusive to the Phoenix class, something that anyone can learn. Could her idea be that everyone can practice it?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Yueyin turned her head to look at him, her tone somewhat subtle: "You seem to have a high opinion of the Demon Queen?"

"Really?" Li Zhi smiled, then his tone became uncertain: "It seems a little. What, Miss Lin, are you angry?"

Lin Yueyin didn't want to pay attention to him, and silently moved away a little from where they were already quite close.

Noticing this, Li Zhi looked up: "Are you blaming me for siding with you and harshly criticizing this wicked empress?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Yueyin was at a loss for words.

Saying it makes one seem petty.

If you say no...

No, why should I even consider these things?

Lin Yueyin had figured it out; whether he cared or not was none of her business.

The important thing now is to understand the Queen.

Lin Yueyin turned her gaze back to the booklet: "Let's continue reading."

Since he avoided answering, Li Zhi didn't pursue the matter further, and the two continued looking at the book.

The following annotations are even more incisive and direct.

The Empress used a few words to point out several weaknesses of the broken army's spear, her words containing no denigration, yet possessing a kind of insightful and superior understanding.

Upon seeing the phrase, "Excessive rigidity and insufficient flexibility make one easily controlled by clever tactics,"...

Lin Yueyin frowned slightly.

After all, it was a fact, and he had deeply felt it when he fought Ji Baizhi just now.

Li Zhi naturally sensed that something was wrong. He closed the booklet and said, "If you can't stand it, then don't read it."

Lin Yueyin pursed her lips and didn't reply.

This was tacit agreement, and Li Zhi understood, sighing with some admiration, "It seems the Empress is quite formidable."

Such heartfelt praise made Lin Yueyin feel even more uncomfortable. Whose side are you on?

As soon as this sour thought crossed Lin Yueyin's mind, she felt that she could no longer stay with Li Zhi.

This person is already starting to affect my mind.

Lin Yueyin stood up, her tone hardening: "Now that you've finished reading, I'll head back."

Why are you angry again?

Li Zhi could tell that something was wrong with her tone, but Lin Yueyin didn't explain, and her figure had already disappeared into the darkness again.

Li Zhi was left alone, lost in thought.

Therefore, Qu Hongxiao gave herself the Empress's quotes not only to show off, but also to make herself learn and think, and thus subtly change her opinion of the Empress.

It seems like it's been somewhat successful.

Li Zhi was in a daze, but he also understood why Lin Yueyin had changed her attitude.

But when did you start caring so much about me?

Li Zhi sighed inwardly, but didn't pay much attention, because he had thought of a more interesting approach.

He went to Ji Baizhi's place to express his views on the Empress.

When Li Zhi found Ji Baizhi with the booklet, she was sitting idly in the room, holding a scroll in her hands.

Hearing the sound, Ji Baizhi put down her book, looked up, and her eyes were gentle and kind.

"Young master, have you finished your practice?"

"That's enough."

Li Zhi sat down opposite her, listening to her talk about cultivation. Seeing her relaxed demeanor, he asked with some curiosity, "By the way, I don't think I've ever seen you, Miss Ji, seriously cultivate before?"

During the time the two lived together, Li Zhi did not see Ji Baizhi practicing her cultivation. She didn't even meditate or practice any moves.

Ji Baizhi chuckled, "Young Master, why are you suddenly concerned about this today?"

"I just asked because I heard you ask."

"That really suits your style, young master."

Ji Baizhi sighed softly, "At the juncture between the sixth and seventh realms, hard work alone is no longer effective; we need the right opportunity. For now, I can only wait."

As she spoke, a faint trace of melancholy flashed across Ji Baizhi's eyes, which then transformed into a smile: "Young Master, what brings you here?"

Seeing that she didn't want to say more, Li Zhi naturally didn't ask any further questions. Besides, he had other things to do, so he handed her the nameless book: "These are the records Qu Hongxiao gave me. Take a look at them too."

Ji Baizhi took it, opened the title page, and saw what was written on it. Her fingertips paused almost imperceptibly.

Then everything returned to normal, and Ji Baizhi lowered her eyes and quietly turned the pages one by one.

She read slowly, her expression calm, but her gaze followed the words, sometimes lost in thought, sometimes suddenly realizing something.

After a long while, she closed the booklet and looked up at Li Zhi.

"Young Master, do you want to ask my opinion on the Demon Queen?" Ji Baizhi asked softly, directly revealing Li Zhi's thoughts.

Li Zhi was somewhat surprised, but not too much, and asked with a smile, "How did you know I was going to ask that?"

"Just a guess."

Ji Baizhi also laughed, because she had guessed correctly. She explained, "Young Master just said 'yes,' which means you must have seen it with Miss Lin. But I know your temperament, so it must be because of this that you had some unpleasantness with Miss Lin."

"How did you figure that out?"

"Because the young master came to see me."

Ji Baizhi's expression softened further: "Young Master has never hidden his intentions, and he just admitted it himself."

Li Zhi suddenly realized that she had tricked him earlier. However, he found it increasingly interesting that Ji Baizhi understood him so well.

"So, your opinion is still that of a demon queen."

Li Zhi directly stated the answer, which could be inferred from the term "demon empress," indicating that Ji Baizhi's attitude remained unchanged.

"So, this time, the young master's attitude is that of the empress."

Ji Baizhi smiled. "You teased me about the Empress before, now it's my turn to retaliate."

"That's right." Li Zhi leaned forward slightly, his tone carrying a hint of pressure and threat: "Do you think that after seeing all this, I might find Her Majesty the Empress quite interesting, even worthy of respect?"

The implication is that I am attracted by the Empress's talent and want to completely submit to her.

This is also what Qu Hongxiao wanted to achieve.

Ji Baizhi looked at him quietly for a moment, then gently shook her head.

"Won't."

"So certain?"

"Yes." She nodded, her eyes clear. "Because you are not that kind of person."

Li Zhi raised an eyebrow: "What kind of person?"

I don't even know what kind of person I am, so how can you be so sure?

We've only known each other for a short time, or did you see something in that future?

Li Zhi became increasingly curious about Ji Baizhi.

Ji Baizhi pondered for a moment, then said gently, "Young Master is not someone who can be easily subdued by talent, insight, or even power."

"Your summary makes me blush."

Li Zhi shrugged: "You make me sound like a saint."

Ji Baizhi didn't argue with Li Zhi about this, but instead chuckled and asked, "So, young master, are you satisfied with my answer?"

"Satisfied, definitely satisfied."

Li Zhi nodded: "You've praised me so much, how could I not be satisfied?"

"I'm glad you're satisfied." Ji Baizhi's eyes sparkled with a knowing smile. "I thought you would be more satisfied with another approach, the same attitude as Miss Lin."

The same attitude naturally leads to dissatisfaction.

The reason I'm dissatisfied is, of course, because you're not on my side.

Li Zhi sighed softly, "I don't know how to respond to what you're saying."

"Would you like me to analyze Miss Lin's thoughts for you, young master?"

Ji Baizhi spoke up proactively, her words carrying a grand and upright tone.

The phoenix is ​​proud and naturally unafraid.

"Forget it," Li Zhi said, waving his hand in refusal.

You help me analyze this; it feels so strange.

Besides, I don't need it, but today Ji Baizhi is very aggressive.

Ji Baizhi didn't insist, but simply handed the booklet back to him and asked, "What else do you need to prepare for your trip to the Deer Garden tomorrow, young master?"

"No need, it's just a fight." Li Zhi stood up, stretched, and said, "That's all for today, I'm going back now."

"Please wait, young master."

Li Zhi nodded, tucked the booklet into his pocket, and sauntered out the door.

After taking a few steps, he suddenly turned back:

"By the way, the appointment at the deer park is for the afternoon, so I'll finish early and come back for dinner."

Ji Baizhi's eyebrows curved into a gentle smile:

"it is good."