Chapter 63 The Emperor's Eldest Son (20)

The figure in blue had already disappeared into the horizon.

Several bigwigs also went deep into the clouds to discuss matters.

However, the people present were still not fully recovered from what had just happened.

"That kid just threatened the Great Emperor? I didn't hear wrong, did I?"

"This... father and son have become enemies?"

"Hehe, didn't you see that Emperor Yue went all out? It seems that Yue Changqing's affair with Su Rongrong has hit his father hard, hence the ruthless killing."

"Father and son killing each other over a woman? Could it be that the Great Emperor and Su Rongrong... Holy crap, I think I've discovered something incredible!"

"Be careful what you say, brother. Yue Changqing withstood the Great Emperor's attack, but your cultivation level can't withstand it!"

The topic shifted back to the battle they had just fought, and many people couldn't help but gasp.

"Speaking of which, Yue Changqing is really not simple. A royal-level expert in his thirties, he is probably even more talented than the Great Emperor back then. Moreover, he faced the Great Emperor's attack head-on without losing his composure. Although he was injured, he still fought back fiercely. This kind of mentality is not that of an ordinary person."

"Needless to say, he must have been hiding his true strength before. Just now, his main attack technique seemed to be the clan's signature technique of his mother's family. Obviously, he did not inherit his father's technique."

"Holy crap, could it be that the Great Emperor cheated on Su Rongrong, causing the death of her mother, and that's why Yue Changqing hid his cultivation level to avenge his mother?"

"I've heard from the older generation that the Great Emperor of Yue experienced a low point in his youth. His fiancée's family broke off the engagement, and later, for some reason, the two got back together. Perhaps it really is true..."

Even though the subsequent matches had already begun, the first match was so dramatic that it kept everyone talking about it.

The onlookers, having been exposed to this juicy gossip, have let their imaginations run wild, coming up with all sorts of speculations.

Su Bai sat among the disciples of Tingyun Pavilion, his expression shifting, still completely bewildered.

"So, that guy was already at the Emperor level all along? He's been hiding his strength all this time. Could it be that he really doesn't get along with that Great Emperor, so he keeps slandering himself to lower his guard?"

Although he considered himself a genius capable of fighting beyond his level, even in a major sect, a royal-level expert was an elder, and he wasn't confident enough to challenge someone of that level.

Thinking about it this way, Su Bai felt that he had been a clown before.

He made all sorts of boastful claims, but in the end, no one took him seriously at all. Their real rivals were the emperors, those lofty and unapproachable beings.

The image of Yue Cangwu's furious attack kept replaying in his mind. The more he recalled it, the more desperate he felt. With his current strength, even if he used all his methods, there was absolutely no way he could survive such an attack.

He only remembers that moment when his whole body and mind were trembling and he couldn't move an inch.

But that kid was actually able to fight back!

It even injured beings at the level of emperors.

He had to admit that he was deeply shocked at that moment, and even now, he doesn't doubt what that guy said when he left.

"This is definitely not over!"

He had a vague premonition that Yue Cangwu might not necessarily have the upper hand.

"Bai'er, Bai'er, what's wrong?"

Seeing her son standing there in a daze, Su Rongrong worriedly tugged at his hand.

"I'm fine, Mother."

Su Bai forced a reassuring smile. He noticed that his mother was also in a bad mood and seemed to have been very angry earlier. He had some doubts in his heart, but now he didn't dare to ask.

Su Rongrong's heart ached when she saw her son like this.

She naturally heard the discussions of the onlookers. Her son's parentage was being questioned, and she felt extremely angry. That brat Yue Changqing dared to make fun of her and her son. This matter could not be left unresolved.

She recalled the comforting look in Yue Cangwu's eyes as he left, and her heart calmed down slightly. Brother Cangwu must have already made up his mind. The best way to handle this matter now is to directly reveal the relationship between the group and not let those speculations continue to run rampant.

"Hehe, even if he doesn't come forward to clarify, I've made up my mind to stop hiding it. This matter must be made public. My son's background cannot be allowed to be slandered, speculated about, and used as a means of attack by others!"

This is the realization of a mother!

Fortunately, the four Emperor-level experts reached an agreement in no time and appeared in the stands one after another.

Yue Cangwu's face was gloomy.

In contrast, the others were much happier. Even the Sword Sect's Supreme Elder, who had been silent all along, had a visible smile on his face, clearly having gained a lot from dividing the resources.

"Brother Yue, now that things have been settled, we will not disturb you any longer. As for your son's matter, we will cooperate as well!"

Wan Qianjin, the owner of Wan Jin Lou, cupped his hands in a gesture of respect, indicating that this was clearly part of the deal they had reached.

Everyone understood.

The bigwigs have reached an agreement, and Yue Changqing's public defiance of the Great Emperor has definitely offended him terribly, so he is probably doomed now.

Yue Cangwu nodded indifferently, and only after watching the others leave did he turn his gaze to the crowd watching the battle.

The previously noisy scene instantly fell silent.

Several newly crowned emperors have departed, leaving only this one present, who now commands lightning alone.

"snort."

Yue Cangwu snorted coldly. He wished he could kill all these gossipy people, but he couldn't now.

After a moment's thought, he turned his gaze toward Tingyun Pavilion, and his tone softened.

"Rongrong, Bai'er, you've suffered. That wicked son harbors resentment towards me and is deliberately taking it out on you. Don't worry, I won't turn a blind eye to this."

As he spoke the last few words, his expression twisted slightly, revealing a chilling murderous intent.

"Brother Cangwu~"

Su Rongrong was on the verge of tears and swayed slightly. Su Bai quickly supported her.

Everyone: ? ? ?

I guessed right again! I really am a genius!

Su Bai was actually the son of the Great Emperor of Yue.

Suddenly, everyone's expressions became quite interesting.

Understood.

Everything became clear.

No wonder Su Bai has been targeting Yue Changqing all along; it turns out there's this connection. Was it instigated by his mother? It's easy to understand why mistresses harbor a natural hatred for righteous sons.

When everyone recalled what had happened, they couldn't help but admire Changqing.

He immediately recognized his father's concubine's son as his own, and even took out a magic stone to verify it. That was an amazing move.

As siblings bound by blood, the Spirit Stone can truly acknowledge this blood relationship.

No wonder the Great Emperor was so furious at the time, and did everything he could to stop it. It turns out he was worried that his son would become his grandson.

Amazing!

This sowed the seeds of doubt, forcing the father to publicly acknowledge the illegitimate child.

It has to be said, this tactic is very effective.

Normally, it's not unusual for male cultivators to have multiple wives and concubines, or even to have women outside the marriage. However, the Great Emperor is a moral exemplar of the human race, a representative of abstinence. Who would have thought that he would secretly have a woman outside the marriage and even a son with her?

Many people wondered what it meant that his wife had passed away ten years ago, but Su Bai was already sixteen years old. It meant that he had already been having an affair with Su Rongrong while his wife was still alive.

Many male cultivators felt a sense of relief as the pressure was lifted. After all, they used to say that all men were like this, and the women around them would say, "Look at the Great Emperor. Even though his wife had broken off their engagement before, he didn't hold a grudge and they were still able to live in harmony. He never cheated on his wife."

Now it's all the same.

The female cultivator looked at the Great Emperor and felt a sense of idol collapse. So even the Great Emperor was like this. I never expected it. Hehe, if he had properly married two wives, that would be fine. But he had one openly and one secretly, and only admitted it now that he had no other choice.

What is this called?

That's called hypocrisy!

In any case, Yue Cangwu's prestige has been diminished.

After all, gods cannot shed blood, or their divinity will be diminished.

It turns out he was just an ordinary man, and his actions were even more despicable than those men who openly and honestly seek out women.

Yue Cangwu had of course thought of this as well.

However, he didn't care anymore.

Now that four emperors coexist, his power has already been weakened, and the fact that his rebellious son injured him just now has further weakened him.

Moreover, he understood that things had come to this point, and he had no choice but to admit it. If Su Rongrong were to come forward and accuse him directly, that would be the most awkward situation. So it was better for him to admit it himself, which would at least make him seem a little more responsible.

So, he moved swiftly and appeared beside Su Rongrong and her son, reaching out to embrace them both.

"Rongrong, Bai'er, it's all my fault. I'm the one who has wronged you both..."

"Brother Cangwu—"

Su Rongrong burst into tears and nestled in Yue Cangwu's arms.

Su Bai, on the other hand, was stiff and very uncomfortable. What was going on? Now, he and Yue Changqing were half-brothers? What about what happened before?

He was completely lost.

Yue Cangwu, holding the mother and son, secretly gave a signal. An old man in a gray robe stepped forward, coughed twice, and said:

"Everyone, the Great Emperor's family affairs are none of our business. He only made a mistake that all men make. What does that matter compared to his contributions to the human race?"

"Don't forget, beyond the Imperial Pass, there is a common enemy! And we are holding this grand competition here in the hope of using this opportunity to hone the younger generation..."

The old man spoke passionately and successfully changed the subject, while Yue Cangwu took the opportunity to leave temporarily with Su Rongrong and her son.