Young Man, Do You Yearn for Power? (For Mu Susu's...)

After all, according to the Holy Church's Divine Oracle, the saintess was to become the Hero's lover.

For Lance, who is deeply in Rosweisse, Qin Chu is definitely the last person he wants to see.

It's also possible that because the First-Generation Hero appeared gentle and refined, giving Lance the impression of being non-threatening, the eldest prince assumed that the Second-Generation Hero, Qin Chu, would be the same, and thus didn't take Qin Chu seriously at all.

Although Lance was somewhat surprised that Qin Chu was able to defeat Horne, it was not enough for Lance to consider Qin Chu as an opponent.

The fact that the Hero has only been in this world for a few days is too deceptive. Even with Horne's miserable state right before their eyes, it's hard to believe that this Hero already possesses considerable strength. They might even try to find other reasons, such as the Hero ambushing them or Horne being careless.

Lance, who was arrogant by nature and grew up being praised by those around him, was even more so; he would never admit that Qin Chu was better than him.

However, Lance forgot one thing: even his father, Wadsworth, had to be very polite to Qin Chu.

Qin Chu was not angry because of Lance's rudeness, but the image of Lance laughing wildly on the execution platform began to appear in his mind.

Although Lance wasn't the mastermind behind framing him, Qin Chu was prepared to teach him a lesson just because he laughed the loudest.

The more this happened, the more gentlemanly Qin Chu's smile became, "It should be me!"

"What did you and Rosweisse do during the eight days you were away from the Imperial City?" Lance's eyes narrowed.

This is a question Lance desperately wants to know.

Qin Chu scratched his head. "You mean Her Highness the Holy Maiden? We didn't do anything special, just spent a few wonderful nights together. I'll always cherish those memories."

Qin Chu blinked and said, deliberately provoking the prince.

He did spend a few nights with the saintess, but nothing happened. He spent most of his time with Ekaterina and Violet, which were truly memorable times.

But to Lance, it sounded completely different.

Qin Chu could even clearly see that the noble prince's pupils were trembling, and a layer of icy white murderous aura instantly emanated from his body.

In a daze, the temperature around me seemed to be dropping.

Images of Qin Chu and Rosweisse Roseweiser bathed in the silvery moonlight on the green grassland flashed through Lance's mind, and his blood rushed to his head.

The scene was absolutely horrible.

Huh?

Why haven't you made a move yet?

Qin Chu was somewhat surprised by Lance's patience, so he decided to provoke him further. "By the way, Rosweisse agreed to a date with me. I've already booked a hotel. If you're tired from the date, you can get a room to rest..."

Hiss...

Lance's body shuddered violently, and his right hand almost instinctively reached for the sword at his waist.

He managed to hold back, much like a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle.

No matter how much he wanted to kill the Hero, he absolutely could not bear the crime of attacking the Hero in public. Even his father could not protect him, after all, this concerned the entire Skyvault Continent.

Although he was impulsive, he at least understood that he had to control his emotions at this time.

Lance pressed his hand against his stomach to keep himself from exploding with anger. He took two deep breaths and ignored Qin Chu. He knew that if he continued talking to Qin Chu, he would definitely lose control.

"Take Horne away; I have important questions to ask him."

At Lance's command, several of his eighteen followers immediately stepped forward, preparing to forcibly take Horne away.

Qin Chu's expression also darkened. He placed one foot on Horne's face and coldly glanced at Lance: "Your Highness, is it a bit too easy to just take him away like this...?"

"This person claims you ordered him to provoke me and sabotage the great cause of fighting against the Magic Creature on the Skyvault Continent. Don't you have any explanation?"

"An explanation?" Lance sneered. "This prince doesn't need any explanation. Who heard these words? Are you just spouting nonsense?"

Lance's gaze swept across the entire room, and all the nobles around him lowered their heads. No one dared to step forward; after all, this was the future emperor. To disrespect the future emperor at this moment would be tantamount to courting death.

"Look, nobody's here..."

Just as Lance was feeling smug, a voice suddenly came from the cake shop next door.

"I heard that. This person said that the mastermind is none other than Your Highness, the First Prince."

The cool voice sounded somewhat familiar. Qin Chu turned his head and saw that it was Natia.

Natia's expression was cold and stern, completely ignoring the Crown Prince's appalling face. She walked directly up to him and said, "Your Highness, I heard you. Is my testimony credible? You don't actually think I, Natia, the thirteenth Grand Sage of Sage Mountain Sages, am lying, do you?"

Even when facing the eldest prince, Natia's attitude was never obsequious; she remained aloof and proud.

In fact, Natia was ready to make a move when Horne raised his fist, but Qin Chu was too fast and didn't have time.

Lance's lips were trembling uncontrollably. Damn it, this woman had suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

The group of old monsters on Sage Mountain, the thirteen Grand Sage, were a force that even Lance was unwilling to easily provoke.

Why would this woman stand up for Qin Chu?

With a livid face, Lance forced a smile, "Of course, Miss Natia wouldn't lie, but... who knows if Horne might lie? He's trying to frame me, Hero, you wouldn't believe such nonsense, would you?"

Qin Chu shrugged. "Sorry, I completely trust you."

Lance's expression grew increasingly grim. He hadn't expected Qin Chu to be so disrespectful, practically ready to tear off all pretense of civility... Of course, he also forgot that he had never given Qin Chu any face either, so why should Qin Chu give him any?

If things continue like this, it will be very bad for his reputation. Lance took a deep breath. "I, as the First Prince, order you to get out of my way... move aside..."

Puff...

Qin Chu couldn't help but laugh, glancing at Lance with a mocking look. "The Crown Prince's order?"

"Nonsense!"

The eldest prince seemed surprised by Qin Chu's rudeness, but his attendants reacted even faster.

These followers were all loyal bodyguards raised by the First Prince. In their hearts, there was only the First Prince. What would happen to the Skyvault Continent was never something they should care about. When they heard Qin Chu insult the First Prince, they immediately drew their weapons from their waists.

His Battle Qi surged forth.

They formed a circle, completely surrounding Qin Chu, waiting only for the Crown Prince's order to hack Qin Chu to death.

"Stop it, all of you!"

Just then, a roar like that of a lion came from the horizon.

The sound was still far away when it was first heard, but as soon as the last syllable fell, a majestic figure arrived at the scene.

His body was as robust as a brown bear's, powerful and strong, and his resolute face looked as if it had been cast in metal.

With broad shoulders and a strong build, and the gaze of an eagle and the eyes of a wolf.

The moment it appeared, a savage and violent aura, like that of a bloody battlefield, swept over us.

The surrounding nobles even involuntarily retreated, unable to withstand the man's violent aura.

Many nobles even knelt on the ground, for the burly man before them was none other than the supreme ruler of the Orwell Empire, the Emperor, Wadsworth.

Silence fell instantly. A fierce gaze swept across the area, and the eighteen assassins, who were supposed to obey only the First Prince's orders, instinctively lowered their weapons and retreated.

Even the eldest prince Lance, couldn't help but lower his noble head and finally dismount from his warhorse. He had no right to ride a horse in front of Wadsworth.

Even Violet frowned slightly, taking a step closer to Qin Chu's position, her arms hanging naturally at her sides. Though seemingly calm, she was already prepared for battle.

This is a formidable opponent, and Violet dares not underestimate him.

As expected of the emperor of the empire.

That aura...

This oppressive aura...

Perhaps in terms of strength, Saint Monica and Augustus are no less Wadsworth.

But in terms of presence, no one can match him.

Even Qin Chu was somewhat impressed. This kind of aura couldn't be built up by strength alone; it was something that could only be cultivated by spending a long time in the highest position.

Wadsworth's gaze swept over Violet as well, a hint of surprise in his eyes. He knew Qin Chu had brought a woman back from outside, but he hadn't expected her strength to be so formidable.

His gaze swept over Natia again, seemingly scrutinizing the relationship between Natia and the Hero, but Natia remained calm and unmoved.

A few seconds later, Wadsworth looked away from Qin Chu, his expression changing instantly. He chuckled and patted Qin Chu's shoulder, "Brother Qin, why are you so angry? It's a misunderstanding, all a misunderstanding... We're good brothers, we shouldn't lose our harmony over the words of a few idiots, right?"

No, who's your brother? If we're talking about brothers, isn't the age gap a bit too big?

No one knew how many of the onlookers were Wadsworth's intelligence agents; Wadsworth found out immediately when the conflict began.

Although he appeared kind on the surface, a fire burned within him.

Lance, that idiot.

He tried desperately to build a good relationship with the Hero, even preparing to send his smartest and most obedient daughter to the palace, but Lance, that idiot, ruined all his efforts.

"He's just a kid, he doesn't know any better, Brother Qin, please don't take it to heart."

Wadsworth turned and roared at Lance beside him, "Lance, come over here and apologize to your Uncle Qin right now..."

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Chapter 121 Young man, do you crave power? (For Mu Susu)

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Wadsworth's words left Qin Chu somewhat bewildered. Had he suddenly become an uncle?

A little kid? You mean Lance?

This guy is probably a bit older than me, right?

The other nobles who heard this exchanged bewildered glances. His Majesty the Emperor was actually befriending the Hero. Some of the smarter ones had already grasped Wadsworth's intentions: the royal family wanted to strengthen their relationship with the Hero and bind Hero to their cause.

Although the Hero's strength is still weak now, the two Transcendent Authority are enough to guarantee that the Hero will become the strongest in the entire Skyvault Continent in the future.

The fact that Qin Chu could easily defeat Horne shows just how outstanding the Hero's talent is.

Wadsworth is cleaning up his son's mess.

Lance's face contorted in disbelief as he stared at his father, then at Qin Chu: "Him? Uncle?"

Lance was furious. What a joke!

He is the eldest prince of the Orwell Empire, the most powerful empire on the Skyvault Continent, and the next heir to the throne.

He was exceptionally talented and possessed formidable strength at a young age.

How could someone like him have to call a man younger than himself "uncle"? And this man was even his rival in love?

Lance absolutely could not accept this.

Although Wadsworth hired the best teachers for Lance from a young age, ensuring Lance received the best education, Lance's status and the flattery from those around him had already fostered Lance arrogant personality. He simply did not understand that no matter how noble he was, there were times when he had to bow his head.

His body trembled with Wrath, and his hateful eyes were fixed on Qin Chu.

Lance's reaction caused Wadsworth's gaze to gradually turn cold.

Where did that idiot's usual cleverness and wit go? Doesn't he realize I'm trying to downplay the issue?

To put it mildly, it was just a provocation; these kinds of things happen every day.

On a grander scale, that would be deliberate sabotage against the Anti-Demon United Front demons formed by the Hero, the empire, the Holy See, the Hero's Party, and even the Grand Sage of Sage Mountain.

Qin Chu is truly cunning; he's slapped such a huge accusation on someone that even the eldest prince couldn't withstand.

Once someone seizes this opportunity, they can attack you with countless points of leverage. For example, they could accuse you of deliberately creating public opinion to force the Hero to leave the Imperial City's guards before he had fully matured. Would you then be accused of intentionally murdering the Hero?

For the first time, Wadsworth began to doubt his decision to accept Lance as the heir to the throne. He couldn't understand things that were so easy for him to grasp. Could such a person truly govern a country?

However, now is not the time to consider these things.

Wadsworth rolled his eyes and kicked Lance in Lance stomach. The noble prince's face contorted in pain, and large beads of sweat rolled down his pale cheeks. "Shut the hell up! What nonsense are you spouting?"

"I call Brother Qin 'brother,' so isn't Brother Qin your uncle? Why don't you get over here and apologize? Believe me or I'll beat you up..."

"You've already beaten him up..." Lance thought to himself.

He wanted to rebel, but seeing Wadsworth's outburst, Lance, familiar with his father's temperament, ultimately held back.

Rumors circulated that he defied the emperor to marry Rosweisse, causing a rift between father and son. The truth, however, was that Lance was being hunted down throughout the Imperial Palace by Wadsworth wielded a large axe...

If he continues to anger his father, that old geezer might actually show him no respect as the eldest prince in public and give him a good beating.

Despite his immense reluctance, Lance stood up, patted the shoe print on his stomach, and stared at Qin Chu with wide, bloodshot eyes. His lips trembled uncontrollably; he knew that his words would make him utterly humiliated.

But seeing his father's fierce face beside him, he ultimately couldn't help but clench his teeth, his lips trembling, and he managed to utter a nearly hoarse sound:

"Uncle Qin... Uncle... I'm... sorry!"