The Capital Shaken, the Emperor Cherishes Talent
News travels smoothly in the Longwind Divine Dynasty.
While Ye Li was swiftly and decisively purging Linze City...
The news had reached the Capital City at an extremely fast pace.
At this moment, Imperial Palace.
The young and Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor was reviewing reports from various regions when he heard the report from the Grand Eunuch at his desk. He paused his writing, raised his eyes, and asked:
You're saying Mingqi is dead?
His voice carried an unusual pressure, as if one could hear the wrath of a god.
"... yes."
The head steward trembled involuntarily, bowing even lower, and whispered:
Several urgent reports have been sent from Linze City, and the information has been verified.
"The Third Prince was publicly executed by Ye Li... Bai Jingshan and another retainer also failed to return."
"..."
Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor looked at him, his brows gradually furrowing.
His previously casual expression now clearly carried a hint of displeasure.
The three ministers who were waiting inside the hall to be questioned about politics also looked surprised!
How long has Ye Li been in the capital?
Just two days ago, the emperor was arranging an audience with the princess, and today he's already killed the third princess?!
Even if it's for the sake of the so-called Qin family, this move is far too much; it's practically tantamount to declaring war on the Longwind Divine Dynasty! What exactly is this Supreme Clarity Palace Son trying to do?!
"Let's start from the beginning."
Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor immediately put down his vermilion brush and asked in a deep voice:
"Didn't Mingqi take him on a trip? Why did things escalate to this point?"
The head steward quickly agreed.
From the sealing off of Linze City to the relocation of its inhabitants, to Ye Li's inquiry about the Silver Lion, and then to the clash between the two sides, he recounted all the information that had been relayed back.
It's obvious they've already watched the entire recording.
Upon hearing that Qin Mingqi had tried to activate the contract and restrain him...
Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor finally raised his hand slightly to interrupt:
"Even the Divine Dynasty decree personally established by Bai Jingshan couldn't subdue him?"
"... No."
The chief steward said with difficulty:
"Judging from the situation at the time, the contract did indeed take effect, but Ye Li was not affected at all. On the contrary, he continued to attack the Third Prince despite the backlash."
"His Divine Soul seems to be much stronger than that of an ordinary True Person!"
Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor's eyes flickered slightly.
The three ministers in the hall couldn't help but exchange glances.
His eyes and brows were filled with shock.
How could a covenant so powerful that even True Person wouldn't dare to easily disobey be upheld by a Path Opening cultivator who had opened the path to enlightenment?
This cannot be explained by mere Divine Soul strength!
"Continue."
Until the chief steward finished speaking.
Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor leaned back on his throne, looked at the three people in the hall, and asked:
What do you think?
The Minister of Justice stepped forward first, his expression filled with anger:
"Your His Majesty, this man must not be allowed to live!"
"Unauthorized killing of members of the royal family and the slaughter of Imperial Court officials—aren't these ironclad laws of the Divine Dynasty?!"
"What's more, he did it under the watchful eyes of everyone!"
"If even this is let off the hook, how will the various prefectures and Mountain Gate view the Imperial Court in the future?!"
Another burly military general also said in a deep voice:
"I had previously heard that he killed True Person in the Three Continents as easily as slaughtering pigs and dogs, and I thought the rumors were somewhat exaggerated."
"Looking back now, they certainly had some tricks up their sleeves."
"But if he thinks that he can act recklessly in the Divine Dynasty because of this, then he is thinking too much!"
He suddenly cupped his hands and said solemnly:
"Your Majesty, I request that His Majesty inform the late Emperor!"
"As long as the late emperor returns from seclusion, he will surely be able to slay this scoundrel on the spot and uphold the prestige of our nation!"
"Good!"
The last minister also echoed this sentiment sternly, demonstrating the domineering style of the Divine Dynasty to the fullest extent.
"The news of what happened in Linze City will soon spread to other places."
"If the Imperial Court fails to respond promptly, the dignity of the Divine Dynasty will be completely lost!"
Even after hearing about Ye Li's deeds and methods, the three, confident in their True Lord's backing, showed no fear; on the contrary, they grew angrier the more they talked.
Ye Li may come from the Supreme Clarity Palace, but he cannot trample on the dignity of the Longwind Divine Dynasty like this!
Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor listened patiently to their opinions, pondered for a moment, and finally spoke:
"His actions this time were indeed excessive."
The three ministers felt a slight sense of relief.
But then, a voice from the throne was heard again:
"However, you have also seen his abilities."
"Path Opening Realm, twenty years old."
"Not only that, he can easily kill True Person even when he is of a higher level, and even the legal contracts personally established by the Fortune-Mastery cannot suppress his actions."
He lightly tapped the imperial desk with his finger and slowly said:
"Such a person is undoubtedly highly valued by the Supreme Clarity Palace and cannot be treated lightly."
"..."
The three ministers were speechless for a moment.
A cultivator with such talent would be groomed as the next True Lord no matter where he is placed!
Moreover, Ye Li already possesses such astonishing methods.
If they really wanted to kill him, would the Supreme Clarity Palace let it go so easily?
However, the three of them still harbored resentment.
If True Person won't do, then True Lord!
Having held high positions in the Divine Dynasty for a long time, they naturally knew that their own Divine Dynasty truly had True Lord presiding over it!
Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor continued:
"A rash move against this person will inevitably lead to war with the Supreme Clarity Palace."
"I am not afraid of them, but it would be a real pity to kill them like this."
The military officer frowned, as if he wanted to say something more.
Longwind Divine Dynasty Emperor, however, had already turned to the chief eunuch before him, his tone slightly somber:
"Of course, Longwind Divine Dynasty had no reason to suffer in silence."
"Go and summon Mingshu. I have something to say to her."
"This old servant obeys the decree!"
The Second Princess's Residence
Inside the inner hall, mist swirled.
Qin Mingshu leaned against the pond with her eyes closed, her black hair cascading down her shoulders, listening to her Maid report the news sent from various places:
"The two prisoners in the Northern Prison have already confessed."
Two warehouses where evidence was hidden have also been found, and Lord Han has ordered them to be sealed off.
"In addition, two pharmacies outside the capital have sent over this year's accounts. The managers are still waiting outside, saying there are a few losses that need Your Highness's personal review..."
Qin Mingshu frowned upon hearing this and casually said:
"Let's leave them there for now."
She had no time to care about any of that right now; her mind was completely focused on how to win over that Supreme Clarity Palace Son and the progress of winning over her Imperial Sister.
The Maid was about to continue her report.
Suddenly, a series of hurried footsteps sounded outside the screen.
"Your Highness, an urgent report from Linze!"
The female official who came to report sounded visibly panicked:
"Third Prince... something has happened!"
Qin Mingshu opened her eyes. "What is it?"
"Ye Li publicly executed the Third Prince in Linze!!"
Whoosh!
Qin Mingshu suddenly stood up, splashing water everywhere!
A look of utter shock filled her beautiful face!
The Maid was so frightened that she quickly fetched an outer robe and draped it over the still dripping wet shoulders and back.
She was already tall and slender with a full bust. Even with the loose outer robe draped over her shoulders, the hem of the robe was still stretched taut, while her waist was extremely slender.
At this moment, she had no time to care about her robes.
"Who did you say died?!"
"Your Highness, it is the Third Prince!"
The lady-in-waiting outside the screen hurriedly knelt down, her face equally pale.
"Not only the Third Prince, but also the White-robed Elder and another accompanying True Person have perished!"
"Ye Li killed the silver lion first, and then attacked the Third Prince. Even the backlash from the contract couldn't subdue him!"
"He has now publicly repealed the ban on Linze, and he is still in the city, showing no intention of leaving!"
"..."
Qin Mingshu raised her hand to take the Jade Slip and probed it with her Divine Consciousness.
Several urgent reports, along with hastily taken photos, appeared one after another.
She saw her third sister being knocked away in front of everyone.
They also saw the two retainers fighting desperately, but they were firmly suppressed by two other figures!
Until the Divine Fire rises...
Qin Mingshu's hand gripping the Jade Slip tightened considerably.
He's really dead!!
The two had a smooth conversation yesterday and had even made arrangements for their trip, but then this happened today!
This was completely unexpected.
She originally intended to thwart Qin Mingqi's recruitment efforts and indeed wanted Ye Li to make a mistake, but definitely not in this way!
This is completely different from shutting down a few Mountain Gates!
'This is a huge Trouble...'
Qin Mingshu took a deep breath and pulled her outer robe even tighter.
Ye Li couldn't possibly be unaware of the consequences of doing so.
How could a peerless genius who rose from obscurity to this point, and who is so highly regarded by the Supreme Clarity Palace, not understand the significance of the Longwind Divine Dynasty royal family?
Knowing all this, you still dared to make a move...
Does he truly have the confidence to confront the Divine Dynasty?
Or perhaps he simply didn't know that the Longwind Divine Dynasty Imperial House was overseen by True Lord?!
Your Highness!
Just then, another report came from outside the door:
"A decree has arrived from the palace; His Majesty summons you to the palace immediately!"
Qin Mingshu's gaze sharpened.
Father Emperor already knows!
She glanced down at the Jade Slip in her palm, paused briefly, then put it away and said sternly:
"Help me change my clothes!"
The Maid quickly agreed.
Before long, he was dressed in his black robes again.
Qin Mingshu tightened her belt, and the surprise on her face gradually faded.
In any case, let's take action first.
She suppressed her many guesses for the time being, got up and walked out of the inner hall, leaving the residence with the people from the palace.
They hurried towards the Imperial Palace!