Aside from the Clear Sky Sect, which had it rather badly,
the Star Luo Empire was now also being plagued by rumors.
Deep within the imperial palace of the Star Luo Empire, in the Imperial Study.
The atmosphere was as oppressive as the dead silence before a storm.
Exquisite porcelain ornaments lay shattered on the ground, while tea stains still marked the expensive beast-hide carpet.
The Star Luo Emperor, a ruler renowned for his iron-blooded ruthlessness and domineering nature, stood with his back to the study doors, his hands clasped behind him. His tall frame trembled slightly, making it clear just how furious he was.
The icy aura radiating from him seemed to lower the temperature of the entire room.
Not far in front of the imperial desk, the First Prince, Dai Weisi, knelt on the ground. A conspicuous bluish-purple lump swelled on his forehead, still seeping blood.
An Imperial Seal rolled across the floor beside him.
Dai Weisi grimaced in pain, yet he did not dare cover his wound, much less voice any complaint. He could only endure the searing pain and dizziness as he lowered his head even further.
The Star Luo Emperor slowly turned around, his sharp gaze fixed coldly on Dai Weisi.
" I... will ask you one last time."
"Regarding Dai Mubai..."
"Was it you?!"
A chill shot straight from Dai Weisi's spine to the crown of the head, freezing his entire body!
He raised his head, disregarding the pain in his forehead. His face was filled with grievance and urgency, and his voice even carried a sobbing edge. "Father Emperor! I swear to heaven! It truly wasn't me!"
"Third Brother... he already voluntarily left Star Luo, gave up the competition, and went far away. Why would I go out of my way to use