At this moment, the War Prince was in a state where his old strength had waned and his new strength had not yet been generated, so he had no time to dodge this fierce attack.
Just then, Yuhuatian suddenly rushed out and blocked War Prince's way. The half-powered attack of his qi pierced through Yuhuatian's right chest, drawing out a patch of bright red blood that splattered onto War Prince's face!
The War Prince was stunned. He never expected Yuhuatian to shield him from such a fierce attack. He quickly helped Yuhuatian up and said in a deep voice, "Why... why are you treating me like this!"
Yuhuatian spat out a mouthful of blood and slowly said, "To repay you for saving my life and giving me the chance for revenge! Ever since I killed that person, I have no desire to live a life of humiliation!"
"If it weren't for the fact that you need manpower to accomplish your great cause, I would have decided to stay and help you. Now, I've taken this fatal blow for you, which can be considered as repaying my debt..." Yuhuatian said with difficulty, barely clinging to life.
Upon hearing this, the War Prince's face fell with sorrow. "My great cause is not yet complete! You are not allowed to die!"
He then forcefully channeled his inner energy into his body to prolong his life!
Suddenly, a figure appeared in the void. The figure was in his thirties or forties, with a tall and imposing body, a fair and handsome face, and eyes that looked like they had seen many vicissitudes of life. He wore a dark gold dragon robe, which made him look very majestic and domineering.
"Brother! You... surrender!"
Upon hearing this, the War Prince's face contorted with rage. He grabbed Princess Minmin and held her hostage, shouting, "I haven't lost yet! Just let us go, and I'll release her!"
Murong Longbo's face was grim. "Murong Longzhan!! Do you think you can threaten me? If you want to fight, then fight! If Minmin dies, you'll die too!"
Murong Longzhan pulled open his clothes, revealing an old arrow wound. "For the sake of the arrow I took for you when we were kids, spare us this time! My request isn't unreasonable, is it?"
"I am the dignified Southern Emperor! I am not threatened in any way; this is the dignity of a nation!!" Murong Longbo declared resolutely, refusing to yield an inch!
"You... don't force me!"
Murong Longzhan's face was contorted with rage. He grabbed Princess Minmin's hand and hesitated for a moment. If he exerted just a little force, he could crush Princess Minmin's neck.
Murong Longzhan suddenly lowered his hand, pushed Princess Minmin away, and said with a complicated expression, "I can't bring myself to do it! After all, I watched this girl grow up. Do whatever you want! I've never asked anyone for anything in my life, I just want you to save that boy for me!"
Murong Longbo suddenly chuckled and unleashed a burst of Yin Softness energy that enveloped Yuhuatian. In just a moment, Yuhuatian's fatal injuries were suppressed.
Murong Longbo said in a deep voice, "I know that you were much better than me back then, whether in terms of governing the country or in terms of military strategy. My Emperor bestowed the throne upon me entirely because of my talent and strength. He thought that as long as I was strong enough, I could suppress everything!"
"But governing a country depends not on strength, but on the hearts of the people! You did a good job when you were in power, but over the years you have forgotten your original intentions and only want to reclaim the throne that rightfully belongs to you!"
"I know you've always been resentful and bitter. You hate me for taking your throne, and our relationship as brothers has deteriorated to the extreme ever since. You must have had a very frustrating time these past years!"
Murong Longzhan's face darkened upon hearing this. "What's the use of saying all this now? It's all about the victor and the vanquished! There's no need to say these things to mock me. Do with me as you please!"
Murong Longbo smiled slightly upon hearing this, "I was just testing you. You're still the same loyal and righteous elder brother you always were!"
"So I've made up my mind! Since you want to be emperor so much, I'll pass the throne to you!"
Murong Longzhan was stunned upon hearing this. "You... you're not joking, are you?!"
Upon hearing this, Murong Longbo burst into laughter, "Hahaha! I've never been interested in that! My ambition is to be the best in the world! Fighting against masters is my greatest passion in life! The throne has always been nothing but a passing cloud to me. If it weren't for my Emperor's dying appointment, I would have already traveled the world!"
Murong Longzhan's face was filled with complicated emotions upon hearing this. He had always wanted something, but it had been so easily abandoned by someone else, and he found it hard to accept.
Murong Longzhan gave a bitter smile, "I was too obsessed with the throne..."
At this moment, the knot in his heart slowly untied, and the relationship between the two brothers was eased.
Murong Longbo immediately pulled the War Prince to his feet and laughed loudly, "Royal brother! After a while, I will announce that I will pass the throne to you!"
Murong Longzhan snorted coldly upon hearing this, "You brat! You haven't changed at all after all these years! You're still just a martial arts fanatic!"
"Hahaha! Your Majesty is right!"
Murong Longzhan suddenly frowned. "Are you really not afraid that I will actually kill your daughter?"
Murong Longbo smiled slightly upon hearing this, "Minmin! Come here!"
Suddenly, Li Feng, who was standing next to Li Changfeng, leaped up and appeared in front of the two of them, grinning as he said, "Minmin greets the Imperial Uncle!"
Murong Longzhan was stunned upon hearing this. He looked at Li Feng, then at Princess Minmin beside him, and asked, "What... what's going on?!"
Li Feng transformed back into Princess Minmin, and the other Princess Minmin, upon seeing this, slowly approached the real Princess Minmin, transforming back into a maidservant, and respectfully said, "This servant greets Your Princess!"
Upon seeing this, Murong Longzhan immediately understood and exclaimed in surprise, "What a brilliant disguise! Even I couldn't see through it!"
Upon hearing this, Murong Longbo chuckled and said, "I wonder where this girl got her disguise skills from. I reckon anyone without the Innate Outer Force Realm would have difficulty detecting such a technique!"
Upon hearing this Murong Longzhan snorted coldly, "Hmph! Little girl! This was all part of your plan, wasn't it!"
Murong Minmin laughed and said, "Hehe! Yes! Otherwise, how could we resolve the conflict between you and your Emperor!"
Upon hearing this, Murong Longzhan laughed loudly and gently stroked Murong Minmin's hair, "You little rascal! You are indeed very intelligent!"
Li Changfeng, watching from the sidelines, was completely stunned. He exclaimed in surprise, "Princess Minmin! You... you've been hiding by my side for so long! I had no idea!"
Murong Minmin made a face at him and laughed, "How could a mere little monk like you possibly figure out what I, the Princess, do!"
Upon hearing this, Li Changfeng felt a bitter smile in his heart, and he vaguely regretted passing on this secret technique to her.
Murong Longbo smiled slightly and said calmly, "You are Jue Kong!"
Upon hearing this, Li Changfeng quickly cupped his hands in greeting, "That's me!"
"Yes! I'm so grateful for your help these past few days! You can go back now! And tell Xuan Nan that I've agreed to his request!"
Li Changfeng was completely bewildered upon hearing this, but he still agreed and went back to deliver the exact words to the Shaolin Abbot!
As Li Changfeng was leaving, many Brocade-Clad Guard looked at Li Changfeng with reluctance, wanting to persuade Li Changfeng to stay, but they knew it was impossible, and they feared they might become enemies in the future.
Li Changfeng was also filled with sadness. During his time here, he had developed a deep bond with his brothers, but the thought that they might fight against each other in the future made him feel uneasy.