Su Xiao glanced at the notes, rotten planks, metal fragments, and other things scattered around him. Studying blade techniques was one of his hobbies, and concocting potions was another.
"It's about time I went to greet that guy. The old charlatan has been getting more and more anxious these past two days."
While Su Xiao studied the remnants of Extreme Blade for the past two days, the old charlatan had come over more than a dozen times. At first, he had been quite interested in studying it with Su Xiao and had even offered his own opinions.
But during his later visits, the old charlatan had begun earnestly persuading him. For example, he said that seizing power was the proper business, and that blade techniques could still be studied after becoming king.
By the end, the old charlatan had been trembling with rage. He had taken the initiative to challenge Queen Shayeto several times, and the result proved that he was not good at seizing power. Seeing this, Shayeto's confidence soared, and she had come to cause Su Xiao trouble last night.
The result was that Shayeto had been taught a lesson by Su Xiao, Wuf, and the Finance Minister. She was now hiding at home and licking her wounds. If she had not retreated quickly after realizing the situation was unfavorable, Zos would have tied her up by now.
The Empire's officials had switched sides left and right. They listened to everyone, trying not to offend either side, because they knew very well that their records were riddled with wrongdoing. Once the new king appeared, the Empire would certainly undergo a major purge.
At noon that day, in the castle's dining hall.
Everyone was present today: Su Xiao, A'Mu, the old charlatan, the Dumb-Haired King, Princess Pedeila, and