Chapter 1282: Chapter 460: There’s Always a Scher Trying to Harm
Emperor Jianyuan was seriously considering whether to abandon the so-called ‘Silent Annihilation Spear Commander’ and instead support that Iron Mountain Princess.
Xiaao Hongchen imdiately bowed: “I respectfully follow the imperial edict!”
He then presented a letter with a solemn expression: “Moreover, there’s another matter. This is a secret report from Households Commander Cao Xuan of the Earth Court in Xiushui County.”
“The Earth Court? Why is the secret report of the Earth Court Households Commander in your hands?”
Emperor Jianyuan noticed Xiaao Hongchen’s awkward expression and understood imdiately.
That Households Commander Cao must have already pledged allegiance to Xiaao Hongchen.
Emperor Jianyuan chuckled indifferently, unconcerned.
anwhile, an eunuch had already passed Cao Xuan’s secret report to him.
Emperor Jianyuan casually took it and leafed through the pages.
Within monts, his eyes widened in anger, and his breathing grew heavy.
After reading all the content, Gang Qi erupted from Emperor Jianyuan’s body, spreading in all directions, causing the nearby eunuchs to be flung and smash into the walls heavily, nearly disintegrating.
The throne beneath Emperor Jianyuan sank three feet, nearly collapsing.
He coldly looked at Xiaao Hongchen: “Are the things ntioned in Cao Xuan’s letter indeed true?”
Xiaao Hongchen was silent for a mont, his eyes full of doubt: “Indeed, there is a Western Mountain near Xiushui County, covering a vast area. Chu Xisheng indeed originated from West Mountain Town, east of Xiushui City, and the Iron Mountain Princess Qin Xiyang has recently had several contacts with Chu Xisheng.
As far as I know, for the past half month, Qin Xiyang visited Chu Xisheng several tis asking to learn about the Vengeance Blade, and Chu Xisheng seed enthusiastic, never refusing. Each ti they t for over an hour. Within the Tieshan Qin Family, there is indeed a discussion about marrying Chu Xisheng and reestablishing ties with the Formless Divine Sect. Also, the few Third Grade martial cultivators who have recently sided with Chu Xisheng—”
Xiaao Hongchen paused, showing hesitance: “Two people’s backgrounds have been confird. Besides the two from the Demon Battle Tower and the Red Dragon Lineage, there is a long-reclusive Great Elder from the God-controlling Sect, as well as a Tributor Official secretly hired by Prince Xiang. I suspect the remaining two also have impressive backgrounds.”
Emperor Jianyuan’s hands involuntarily clenched tightly.
Red Dragon, Western Mountain, Qin and Chu—
Emperor Jianyuan took deep breaths to calm himself: “Those serving under Chu Xisheng might not be there for so Qin and Chu harmony prophecy.”
Once cald, he realized that these individuals might be plotting to take Chu Xisheng’s life—
However, Emperor Jianyuan couldn’t help but recall the secret eting with several sect masters he had invited to the palace not long ago.
At that ti, the Sect Master of the God-controlling Sect had indeed helped him suppress Aox Guo.
But subsequently, it was this person who suggested seizing his control over part of the border army in the North.
Now upon reflection, was the God-controlling Sect colluding with the Formless Divine Sect in a coordinated act?
“Yes!”
Xiaao Hongchen made no judgnt; his duty was rely to inform the emperor of this matter in its entirety.
“Below the Third Grade, there are many Fourth and Fifth Rank experts of unclear origin in the Iron Banner Gang involved with various factions, even nurous noble families are participating.”
Emperor Jianyuan’s face remained unchanged, but the hands in his sleeves clenched even tighter.
He thought back to the ti Grand Ancestor raised an army, when various forces sided like wind following clouds.
Those noble families, sects of Divine power, dispatched experts, betting on different sides.
What are these people truly plotting? Attempting to reenact the downfall of Zhou after the great upheaval?
“Investigate this matter thoroughly.” Emperor Jianyuan spoke calmly, without any emotion: “From now on, the Heavenly Jinyi Guards must fully monitor the movents of the Iron Banner Gang and Tieshan Qin Family.
Additionally, send soone to notify the Ministry of Personnel to temporarily halt granting Iron Mountain Princess Qin Xiyang the title of General Heng Bo and the three households of land. Scrutinize all appointnts related to Tieshan Qin Family, especially those involving border and local county soldiers.”
This latter command was directed at an eunuch beside him.
At this mont, State Preceptor ‘Art of River and Mountain’ Yu Kunlun entered from outside.
He glanced at the nearly collapsed throne, showing a hint of surprise: “Why is Your Majesty so furious?”
Seeing Yu Kunlun, Emperor Jianyuan’s expression lifted: “If the State Preceptor is not in seclusion today, you must have brought good news.”
“Indeed it’s good news.”
Yu Kunlun slightly nodded, his sharp gaze sweeping across the surrounding eunuchs.
Only after these individuals exited the hall did he speak hoarsely: “Wen Zhiyi remains untouched, but for Your Majesty to achieve your goal, you must plan carefully, navigating through challenges.”
Turning his head intentionally, he looked outside the hall: “I contacted the Right Minister Gui Haoyuan of Extre East Ice City under the na of the Moon God Sect, stating the desire to find an opportunity to leave the Taiyin Divine Seal within Wen Zhiyi’s body. This would facilitate the retrieval of Yin God Yue Xi’s power after Wen Zhiyi’s demise.
This action will neither harm Wen Zhiyi nor be discovered by her. The compensation is a ‘Nine Heavens Divine Yin Pill’ to help their Young City Lord trigger the Divine Yin Bloodline and directly reach the First-grade realm within a year, and even inherit part of Wen Zhiyi’s power and the divine artifact ‘Tai Chu Ice Wheel’ post mortem. However, I observe that Gui Haoyuan seems to deeply mistrust and doubt this matter.”
“He should naturally doubt it; only a fool would believe without question.”
Emperor Jianyuan squinted: “But since the State Preceptor ntioned careful planning before achieving success, I suppose there’s 80-90% certainty?”
“I dare not say 100%, but there’s an 80-90% chance. As of now, Gui Haoyuan is already hooked; he’s having people investigate my background and the recent changes in ‘Moon God Sect’, indicating he’s already interested.”
Yu Kunlun’s lips slightly curled upwards in a confident smile: “Firstly, we must exert more effort from the Grandmaster’s side, severely weakening the military strength of Extre East Ice City. If we could crush the Changsun Faction’s troops, that would be ideal. Only then can Gui Haoyuan make a firm decision.”
Emperor Jianyuan couldn’t help but feel a headache; Grandmaster Dugu Shou was stubborn as iron.
This leader of the eastern war front wouldn’t heed the emperor’s commands easily.
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