Tiandou Empire, imperial palace!
Seated on the high throne, Xue Ye blurted out, "Guards, summon the Crown Prince and Xue Beng to come here!"
Hearing this, not only were the soldiers guarding the hall confused, but even the ministers present showed bewildered expressions...
Xue Ye saw that no one was moving and said impatiently, "Didn't you hear what I said? Go notify them to come, I have matters to discuss with them!"
These guys, why are they all standing there foolishly, not even listening to their emperor!
One of the ministers came to his senses and quickly explained, "Reporting to Your Majesty, this morning, the Crown Prince and his entourage already led some soldiers to Aquipeia Forest to meet the people from Xingluo Empire!"
Xue Ye's eyes flashed with surprise, "Hmm? Qing He and the others have already set off?"
He had just given the order yesterday for Xue Qinghe to prepare before departing, he didn't expect things to proceed so quickly!
He wasn't even informed about it at the first moment!
The former swallowed and continued, "Reporting to Your Majesty, after you returned to the sleeping quarters last night, you ordered not to be disturbed, so we dared not act without instructions!"
Even if they knew, they didn't dare go against the orders and disturb him...
Xue Ye seemed to ponder something, and soon came to terms with it...
"Hmm... it was indeed my order. However, next time, for such significant matters, you can inform me, I won't hold anyone accountable!"
Everyone finally breathed a sigh of relief, "Yes, Your Majesty!"
Xue Ye took a deep breath and asked again, "Qing He only took some soldiers, without bringing any Soul Masters?"
Although the quality and quantity of Soul Masters in the Tiandou Imperial Family aren't great, this time it's his most cherished prince going himself, he didn't want any accidents to happen!
"Reporting to Your Majesty, we have already considered this, so we arranged for quite a few powerful Soul Masters to accompany him, basically ensuring the safety of the Crown Prince!"
"Exactly, the Crown Prince is our Tiandou Empire's new hope, we couldn't possibly let him just take a few soldiers to Aquipeia Forest so hastily."
"Those people from Xingluo Empire aren't good people, naturally, precautions are needed in case they harbor any ill intentions."
If Xingluo Empire used this opportunity to assassinate Xue Qinghe, once successful, the loss to Tiandou Empire would be immense!
Of course, most importantly, if something happened to Xue Qinghe, Xue Ye might lose control of his emotions and vent his anger on these ministers!
Xue Ye pursed his lips, "That's good then."
These ministers aren't entirely useless...
At this moment, the leading minister stepped forward, "Your Majesty Xue Ye, there is something I wish to report to you."
Xue Ye glanced at him, "Speak."
Only then did the former continue, "Today, when the Crown Prince headed to Aquipeia Forest, the Chief of Moon Pavilion, Tang Xuan, also came to bid us farewell."
"It seems she intends to leave the imperial palace and return to the Hao Tian Clan!!"
Tang Yuehua is also one of the people Xue Ye trusts the most, he felt it was necessary to report this!
Although the latter might have already known in advance!
Xue Ye's expression didn't show any noticeable change, clearly he already knew...
"Hmm... I've long been aware of this matter and also approved of Chief Tang's return to the Hao Tian Clan."
The former seemed a bit surprised but daringly asked, "Your Majesty Xue Ye, the Chief of Tang is essentially the link between our palace and the Hao Tian Clan. Just letting her return to the Hao Tian Clan, wouldn't that be unwise?"
"What do you mean?"
In an instant, Xue Ye's eyes turned dangerous, "Could it be, in your eyes, Chief Tang is held as a hostage for the Hao Tian Clan in our palace?"
If such a thing were known to the Hao Tian Clan, wouldn't there be a misunderstanding?
The minister seemed to realize he had angered the dragon and hurriedly knelt to the ground...
"Your Majesty Xue Ye, that was not my intention, it's just, without Chief Tang to convey messages, how should we communicate with the Hao Tian Clan??"
"You also know the current situation is tense, what if the palace is attacked by abyssal creatures, or some other incident...."
Xue Ye's brow darkened, angrily saying, "Shut up!!"
The former immediately closed his mouth, not daring to breathe a word...
Only then did Xue Ye address everyone present, "The Hao Tian Clan and our Tiandou Imperial Family are trusting allies, there shouldn't be so much doubt between us."
"I will pretend I didn't hear what was just said, if anyone brings it up again, don't blame me for showing no mercy!!"
The entire scene immediately fell silent...
...
At the same time, in the Tiandou Empire's team heading towards Aquipeia Forest...
Seated in the carriage, Xue Qinghe gazed meaningfully at Xue Beng, who was also sitting beside him...
The latter looked a bit displeased and immediately questioned, "Brother, why have your eyes been fixed on me, is there something you want?"
This damned Xue Qinghe!
Initially, this matter should have been handled by him, yet unexpectedly, he dragged me into it as well!
To say there's no conspiracy, that's impossible!
Xue Qinghe shook his head, "Nothing in particular, it's just that Xue Beng, you've changed a lot lately, as if you've become a different person."
Xue Beng didn't quite understand the other's thought process, "Brother, what do you mean by this??"
If anyone has become like a different person, it's the other side!
The former Xue Qinghe was also smart, but not to this monstrous extent!!
Xue Qinghe slightly raised the corners of his mouth, "It's like this, I've heard of an extremely bizarre phenomenon, that some powerful abyssal creatures seem capable of transforming into human form."
"I wonder if Xue Beng you are aware of this?"
Xue Beng squinted his eyes and coldly said, "Hmph, such things aren't a secret on the Continent, are they?"
But the next second, he realized something...
These words of Xue Qinghe, weren't they indirectly suggesting that he had been replaced by an abyssal creature?
Thinking of this, he too spoke in a strange tone, "Speaking of which, Brother, over the years you too seem like a different person, clearly, when the other brothers had not yet encountered incidents, your talent was not the best, nor did you receive much attention from Father."
"But ever since the brothers all encountered incidents, you've changed significantly in all aspects, even being designated as Crown Prince!"
"Even Chief Tang believes you are completely different!"
Sarcastic tone?
Who wouldn't know how to use it!
Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe also restrained his smile...
"Really? It seems Xue Beng, you don't understand me very well. Actually, I don't want to become Crown Prince; this position bears too much pressure and doubt."
"Unfortunately, at the time, the brothers had all met with accidents, and you, Xue Beng, were... sigh, it was out of no choice that I accepted this position."
Xue Beng's mouth twitched, and his clenched fists itched to give him a punch.....