"I never expected that this would contain such a cruel truth. Indeed, one should not easily believe what is said in the marketplace."
Since you're going to pretend, Shen Zhao will play along.
When it comes to acting skills, when Lao Tzu gets ruthless, he can fool not only the system, but even himself.
Compared to that, you old wall lamp are still too green.
Yuan Suiyun sighed with red eyes, "The dynasty has been in turmoil ever since. The Xu faction controls the government."
Not only can I not participate in state affairs or appoint officials, but even the expenses of the palace—food, clothing, and daily necessities—have to be at the mercy of the Xu faction.
Today, a mere second son from Bashu dares to defy imperial authority. Sir, you are unaware that there is another heir from Bashu, even more arrogant and domineering.
well……"
As Yuan Suiyun spoke at a deeper point, he sighed helplessly once again.
"Outside the imperial court, various sects in the Holy Domain are also in cahoots with the Xu faction, and their bullying and oppression of the people in Huayang City is a common sight."
As the ruler of a nation, I can only watch helplessly as my people oppress me, and I am powerless to do anything about it. Every time I think of this, my heart aches.
As she spoke, she couldn't help but sob.
Shen Zhao gently waved his feather fan, watching Yuan Suiyun's performance casually, then silently picked up his teacup and took a small sip.
As Yuan Suiyun shed tears, her peripheral vision also wandered over Shen Zhao.
Seeing that Shen Zhao seemed unmoved, he was slightly taken aback.
"I've already said all this, why is he still so calm?"
So, she wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes and sniffed.
"The nation is now beset by internal and external troubles, its situation as precarious as an egg, and I am powerless to change it. I cannot sleep at night when I think about it."
Shen Zhao felt disdain, but he naturally understood that the old man wanted him to speak.
"Your Majesty, since I hold a position in the Imperial Sword Sect, it is only natural that I should share Your Majesty's burdens."
"What can I do for you? If it is within my power, I will do my best."
Yuan Suiyun hurriedly said, "Sir, you have only just taken office today. I have not yet done you any favors. How can I possibly ask for this?"
Shen Zhao: "Your Majesty is mistaken. The saying goes, 'One who eats the king's food should share the king's worries.'"
Since Your Majesty thinks so highly of me, it is my honor.
As a subject, why can't I demonstrate my worth?
"this……"
"Or does His Majesty look down on us common folk? If so, then I am not worthy of this position in the Sword Sect, and I shall take my leave."
After saying this, Shen Zhao stood up, bowed to Yuan Suiyun, and made as if to leave.
"Please wait, sir!"
Yuan Suiyun quickly called out to Shen Zhao.
"Sir, you misunderstand. It is not that I intend to neglect you, but my current situation is very complicated. If I were to involve you, it would be harmful to you."
"Your Majesty, the saying goes, 'If you employ someone, you should trust them; if you don't trust someone, you shouldn't employ them.' Your words show that you don't trust me."
"In that case, I wish Your Majesty will find outstanding talents in the future to revitalize the court. Farewell."
"Sir, sir, please don't go..."
Yuan Suiyun immediately stepped forward and stopped Shen Zhao.
"Your Majesty, I have important matters to report."
At this very moment, Zhang Shuye disregarded the guards' attempts to stop him and insisted on entering the inner hall.
Yuan Suiyun immediately regained a hint of imperial solemnity, looked at Zhang Shuye who was bowing and paying his respects, and asked in a cold voice, "Commander Zhang, what exactly happened that made you disregard etiquette and barge into the inner palace?"
Zhang Shuye was about to reply, but when he looked up and saw Shen Zhao, he was taken aback.
Why aren't you saying anything?
Following Zhang Shuye's gaze, Yuan Suiyun glanced at Shen Zhao.
Then he waved his hand and said, "Mr. Ren is my confidant. Please feel free to speak your mind."
Upon hearing this, Shen Zhao sneered inwardly: You're quite adept at winning people's hearts, but unfortunately, you're destined to misjudge this time.
"yes!"
After Zhang Shuye responded, he said directly, "Your Majesty, intelligence has come from the Zhenfu Division outside the city that the Nanshan Sword Sect was wiped out last night."
"What did you say?"
Yuan Suiyun was instantly shocked by this news.
"Are you telling the truth?"
"Upon receiving the news, your subordinates rushed to investigate overnight. Of the 3,628 disciples of the Nanshan Sword Sect, including Xue Tieyi, not a single one survived!"
Do you know who did it?
"I learned from the servants who narrowly escaped that Xue Tieyi learned of his beloved son Xue Jianren's death last night."
A mourning hall was set up in the sect's main hall. Later, a mysterious swordsman arrived and killed all the sect's disciples with a single sword strike.
Yuan Suiyun was completely shocked: "Killed thousands of disciples of the entire sect with a single sword? Even the Land Sword God Li Yuanying couldn't do that. What is the cultivation level of this person?"
"This subordinate has gone to the scene to investigate. Judging from the sword marks left at the scene, the swordsmanship used by this person did not come from any swordsmanship of the Holy Domain. As for his cultivation level, the preliminary judgment is that he is at least a Quasi-Emperor."
However, this may not be accurate. Furthermore, I also extracted some powder from the remains of the Nanshan Sword Sect, which appears to be some kind of poison. Therefore, I conclude...
The swordsman was able to wipe out thousands of disciples of the entire sect with a single strike; it must be related to the poison powder left behind.
After listening to Zhang Shuye's report, Yuan Suiyun was shocked, but also extremely excited.
The Nanshan Sword Sect was Xu Rong's spy outside Huayang City; to put it bluntly, they were Xu Rong's dogs.
Now that the dog is dead, it's as if Xu Rong has lost an eye around Huayang, which can buy him some time to win over the other forces.
Therefore, for Yuan Suiyun, the destruction of the Nanshan Sword Sect was more beneficial than harmful.
It's just to avoid having to deal with Xu Rong and his group later.
"I wonder who did it..."
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