The fish took the bait

The guards simply searched Tang San, and only glanced at the medicinal herbs in the medicine box.

"Release them."

Tang San picked up the medicine box, but after taking only a few steps, he stopped and turned back to ask, "Isn't anyone going to show me the way?"

Behind him, the guards who had escorted him had already led the carriage away, while the gatekeepers showed no intention of moving.

When Tang San pressed for answers, the guard simply replied, "The Imperial Palace is under martial law; we cannot leave our posts."

"Once inside, keep walking straight ahead until you see the guards. Ask them for directions. Remember to keep your token safe; it's your only legitimate proof of entry into the Imperial Palace. If you lose it, you're an assassin who has broken into the Imperial Palace."

Tang San was not an ignorant fool after all, and he was not intimidated by the other party's words.

He cupped his hands in a respectful gesture and took the token, then walked forward.

Meanwhile, in a corner of the Imperial Palace, a richly dressed young man puts on a human skin mask.

At a corner, he deliberately bumped into Tang San, made a shushing gesture, and quickly pulled him away.

Tang San recognized the man before him; he was none other than Prince Xue Xing, an enemy of the Shrek Academy.

However, since he was currently entering the Imperial Palace as Tang Yin, revealing his true identity would likely cause him serious trouble. Therefore, he didn't show any hostility, but instead feigned ignorance and asked:

"Who are you, and why are you pulling me?"

Tang San was not familiar with Prince Xue Xing, and therefore did not notice anything amiss.

Prince Xue Xing said urgently, "Tang Yin, that scoundrel Xue Qinghe colluded with the Spirit Hall and poisoned my Imperial elder brother."

"I have informants with irrefutable evidence against Xue Qinghe. However, the entire Imperial Palace is filled with Xue Qinghe's men, and I cannot even get a step closer to his bedchamber."

"Tang Yin, you must save my Imperial elder brother. Then, find a way to propose to Imperial elder brother that I, the Prince, be allowed to see him. At that time, I will have my own means to ruin Xue Qinghe's reputation."

Tang San's pupils contracted.

He never expected that Xue Qinghe would actually collude with the Spirit Hall.

It's likely that there are still quite a few Spirit Hall experts lying in ambush throughout the Imperial Palace.

If he really did as Prince Xue Xing said, he would be in trouble.

Xue Qinghe dared to poison Xue Ye, so he must have made a meticulous plan.

He is indeed a variable, but it cannot be ruled out that Xue Qinghe has other methods.

Seeing him hesitate, Prince Xue Xing said anxiously, "Tang Yin, there's no time left if you hesitate any longer. Your Imperial elder brother's health is critical; if you're even a step too late, Imperial elder brother could pass away at any moment."

"You must find a way to stabilize your Imperial elder brother's condition; don't rush to treat him. Once you're out, give me a hand signal, and I will arrange for someone to infiltrate the Imperial Palace and catch Xue Qinghe red-handed."

"Therefore, my Imperial Family owes you a great favor. From now on, I will be at your beck and call."

Tang San thought about it for a moment and realized that the feeling of ordering around his enemy didn't seem so bad.

Besides, he didn't need to treat Xue Ye immediately, so getting away shouldn't be a problem.

With Prince Xue Xing's endorsement, he could openly arrange for the Clear Sky Sect's experts to enter the Imperial Palace.

Rescuing Xue Ye under such circumstances is a favor that the Imperial Family should join forces with them to fight against the Spirit Hall.

With this thought in mind, Tang San gently patted Prince Xue Xing's hand and said, "Your Prince, rest assured, if I have the ability to heal His Majesty, I will certainly not refuse."

Prince Xue Xing breathed a sigh of relief and stepped aside, "If anyone questions you later, don't say you've seen me."

"Work hard. As long as you can save your Imperial elder brother, you'll have a chance to be ennobled and appointed prime minister in the future."

As he spoke, he disregarded his status and position, and slipped out through a gap in the Imperial Palace wall.

Tang San never doubted Prince Xue Xing's identity, especially since the latter showed familiarity with the Imperial Palace, which made him even less inclined to have such thoughts.

Prince Xue Xing removed his mask, revealing his true appearance.

This person was none other than Xue Qinghe.

Although some of his men Grandmaster of disguise, their skills were far inferior to those of the Angel Skull.

Fortunately, Tang San did not notice any flaws in the mask. With the voice and posture disguised by the Angel Skull, it was impossible for anyone to see through it.

According to Wu Qi's plan, this move was called, "One shot, two kills".

Xue Xing and his nephew are now imprisoned in the mansion and are naturally unable to cause trouble.

Qian Renxue's self-directed and self-acted performance successfully lulled Tang San into a false sense of security.

Based on their conversation and observing Tang San's changing expression, she had guessed that Tang San wanted to use the power of the Heaven Dou Empire to take revenge on the Spirit Hall.

Just now, when Tang San heard that Xue Qinghe was colluding with the Spirit Hall, his eyes looked as if he wanted to tear Xue Qinghe to pieces on the spot.

Qian Renxue didn't think too much about it, changed back into Xue Qinghe's costume, and accompanied Tang San to finish the play.

Meanwhile, inside the Heaven Sword Academy.

Wu Qi received a note from the Imperial Palace.

It consists of only eight characters: "The Palace Coup begins, the fish takes the bait."

It took several days after Princess Xue Ke received the Gold Token to deliver it to Tang San.

During this few-day buffer period, Wu Qi returned to Heaven Dou City and learned of the news.

Since Tang San has volunteered to take the blame, there's no reason for him to miss out, right?

As for Xue Qinghe's actions, they were all arranged by Wu Qi.

Even if Xue Qinghe is later found to have colluded with the Spirit Hall and is criticized by the public, so what?

Without Prince Xue Xing and Xue Beng as heirs, his throne would be unshakeable.

Besides, a new emperor brings a new court; it's perfectly normal for a new emperor to change the strategic direction.

Wu Qi conjured a gust of wind in his hand, easily obliterating the written document and preventing it from being seen by outsiders.

While in Spirit City, his and Qiangu Changkong's identities had already been exposed. Going to the Imperial Palace to provide support now would only be counterproductive and might even invite criticism.

Don't forget, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will also be involved.

Although Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo did not return, Bone Douluo did.

After several days of seclusion to absorb Immortal Herb, Gu Rong has broken through to level 96, a level of strength sufficient to help Xue Qinghe.

As for Snake Lance and Porcupine Douluo, let them remain in the shadows.

The Imperial Palace.

Tang San, led by the patrol team, finally arrived at Xue Ye's palace.

Standing in front of the gate was none other than Bone Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

After checking Tang San's medicine chest, he allowed him to enter.

Upon seeing Bone Douluo, Tang San felt a pang of doubt, as it seemed that Prince Xue Xing's words were not true.

After Tang Xiao's explanation, Tang San no longer believed that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would collude with the Spirit Hall.

Now that Bone Douluo has personally arrived at the scene, if there are any members of the Spirit Hall in the Imperial Palace, how could he not recognize them?

Could it be that Prince Xue Xing feels the situation is hopeless and wants to use him for a desperate last stand?

Tang San couldn't tell whether it was true or not; for now, he should observe Xue Ye's condition before making any further plans.