The former second prince, who had disappeared from the royal family for more than 20 years, suddenly returned, piloting a golden mecha, and appeared outside the palace gates.
With so many members of the royal family, many people didn't take this prince, who had disappeared for over twenty years, seriously.
However, some frowned. This former Second Prince, now the Second Imperial Uncle, was no ordinary man. He was exceptionally talented, and his strength was comparable to the current Emperor. It was said that both of them had reached the current limits of human ability, being extremely rare 3S-level beings!
With the return of such a member of the royal family, the empire is likely to be thrown into turmoil.
The Snow Wolf Legion, He Xingjue, and a group of officers moved the meeting to the warship. The atmosphere in the meeting room was heavy and oppressive.
"Commander, that's the mech." It's a top-tier mech, and such a flashy gold one; you probably can't find another like it in the entire empire.
“That’s the mecha of the former Second Prince Zhao Xi,” Gao Feng, the oldest among them, said quietly. He glanced around at everyone present. “I once heard my grandfather say that Zhao Xi and His Majesty are both 3S-level.”
These words struck like a heavy blow, causing everyone present to change their expressions drastically.
They only vaguely knew that His Majesty was a 3S-level, but they had never heard of the royal family having another 3S-level!
What makes things even more difficult for them is that this 3S-class is now the murderer of their commander's wife!
this--
Everyone present looked at He Xingjue. Dealing with the eldest princess was difficult enough, but now there was another 3S-level former second prince. Could they still avenge this?
“I will resign from my position as commander of the legion, and Gao Feng will take over as commander,” He Xingjue suddenly said.
"No, I disagree." Gao Feng was the first to object. "Revenge is a matter for our entire legion. We should discuss this matter at length and not rush it."
“Yes, Commander, this matter can’t be rushed. We’ll wait for the right opportunity. We will definitely avenge the lady. This is everyone’s business, so you don’t need to worry about implicating us,” another officer added.
“Zhao Xi is a 3S-level expert. Even if you go to him now, you can’t beat him. It’s better to lie low for now, pretend you don’t know about Madam’s accident, and then strike when they’re off guard.”
......
Those present were trying to persuade He Xingjue not to resign from his position as commander.
He Xingjue was not surprised by this result, but he still brought it up to solidify Gao Feng's status as his successor. If something happened to him, Gao Feng could take his place. Since he had brought it up, others would be more likely to accept it.
“We can put Zhao Xi aside for now. What we need to deal with now is that eldest princess. Commander, why don’t we discuss how to deal with the eldest princess now?” Gao Feng suggested.
He Xingjue shook his head. "You've already helped me find out the killer's identity. The rest is up to me."
Li Ze is his wife, and has nothing to do with anyone else.
"Commander!" the people present shouted, their eyes filled with disapproval. "Your matter is the matter of our entire legion. We have long regarded Madam as a member of the legion, and it is only right and proper for her to avenge our comrades!"
They were speaking from the heart. After Li Ze killed over a hundred criminals and rescued more than a hundred hostages, they accepted him and considered him one of their own. Now that one of their own had been killed, how could they stand idly by!
He Xingjue took a deep look at the people present, feeling a warmth in his heart. These were all comrades he could entrust with his life, but the more so, the less he could drag them down with him.
"Alright, that's an order!" He Xingjue said sternly.
Those present exchanged glances, but ultimately remained silent. They secretly resolved to keep a close eye on their commander, and if he made any unusual moves, they would immediately rush to his aid.
The fact that Li Ze fell into the sea of stars was kept secret, so apart from He Xingjue and a few others from the Snow Wolf Clan, the outside world was unaware of it.
Of course, the eldest princess, Zhao Xi, and others are exceptions.
At this moment, in the palace, the young emperor had a gloomy face, and his sharp eyes seemed to want to devour his eldest daughter alive.
"Why?" the young emperor asked coldly, "Hasn't your father been good to you?"
She was allowed to do whatever she wanted, and was never mistreated. Her food, clothing, and shelter were all provided according to the prince's share of the spoils. She was the most favored of all the princesses.
"Father, I didn't mean it. I didn't know Zhao Xi was imprisoned by you. If I had known, I definitely wouldn't have released him. Father, you must believe me!" Zhao Lingman looked at the young emperor with tears streaming down her face.
However, the young emperor remained unmoved. "You're lying. Ling Man, your father knows you too well. You released Zhao Xi so he could help you kill that Li Ze, right?"
Zhao Lingman's pupils contracted slightly, not expecting her purpose to be exposed so quickly.
"Zhao Xi has returned in such a blatant manner, which shows that you have achieved your goal." The young emperor continued, "You killed Li Ze, and given He Xingjue's vengeful nature, he will definitely seek revenge. Father will not restrain He Xingjue, nor will he help you. You'd better watch yourself."
"Father!" Zhao Lingman panicked.
The young emperor showed no pity. "If only you had known this would happen, you wouldn't have done it in the first place. Ling Man, you'll reap what you sow."
After saying this, the young emperor ignored his eldest daughter, who had disappointed him, and turned to leave.
The palace is very large. Apart from a few confidential areas and the palaces of His Majesty, princes, princesses, and concubines, any other member of the royal family can freely enter and exit the palace.
The young emperor strolled through the palace, passing the palaces of several princes, and headed towards the martial arts arena. Once he stood in the center of the arena, he removed his luxurious outer robe, unbuttoned the sleeves and collar, and then, facing a certain direction, said, "Come out."
"Tsk tsk, Your Majesty's vigilance is as sharp as ever." Zhao Xi emerged from behind a stone pillar, his gloomy eyes filled with boundless killing intent.
"It's not that I'm more vigilant, it's that your strength is inferior to mine," the young emperor said.
"You think I'm weaker than you?" Zhao Xi laughed as if he'd heard the biggest joke in the world. "You were the one who drugged my food and then challenged me to a duel!"
If the drug hadn't taken effect halfway through the match, how could he have lost to him?
If he hadn't lost, he would be the one on the throne right now!
If he hadn't lost, he wouldn't have been imprisoned underground for twenty-four years, living a life that was neither human nor ghost.
......
All the misfortunes he suffered were caused by his good older brother.
He hated him, wishing he could tear him to pieces and grind his bones to dust.
well--
The young emperor sighed, looking at his younger brother filled with hatred, and said with a hint of helplessness, "Do you think you are my match now?"
Zhao Xi said with a disdainful look, "I should be the one saying that. You have lived a life of luxury for twenty-four years, and your strength has probably regressed instead of improved. Twenty-four years ago, you were no match for me, and today, twenty-four years later, you are still no match for me."
The young emperor shook his head. "Let's let our strength speak for itself."
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