Cold sweat began to pour from Yin Yi's forehead. He lowered his head deeply, not daring to meet Yin Changling's gaze.
Yin Yi suddenly felt a chill down his spine, as if he were being stared at by some ferocious beast. The powerful pressure made it hard for him to breathe.
Yin Changling's eyes were filled with intense scrutiny. He disliked people doing things behind his back, and this person had touched a nerve.
Therefore, Yin Changling approached Yin Yi step by step. His slow pace made Yin Yi tremble and break out in a cold sweat.
"I have a feeling that you are not being honest and that you want to usurp the throne?"
Yin Changling's expression suddenly changed. He suddenly reached out, his face sinister, and grabbed Yin Yi's throat tightly with a force that could break a person's neck.
"Your Majesty, spare me! Your Majesty... I have absolutely no... cough, no intention of disloyalty."
Yin Yi was like a dying fish, his face was purple, he could barely speak, he struggled desperately, begged for mercy, and was about to faint.
Suddenly, something seemed to flash through his mind, and with his last breath, he negotiated with Yin Changling.
Although he didn't know if it would work, he was on the verge of death and had no choice but to try anything.
"Your Majesty, I am willing to persuade the surrounding tribes to submit to our great and powerful state of Yin."
After hearing his words, Yin Changling hesitated for a moment and unconsciously loosened his grip, giving Yin Yi a chance to catch his breath.
Seeing that his words had an effect, Yin Yi was overjoyed and immediately increased his stakes, asking for nothing more than to escape death.
"If I cannot do it, I am willing to atone with my death, but I beg Your Majesty to give me the opportunity to serve you faithfully!"
Yin Changling narrowed his long eyes slightly, as if judging the truthfulness of his words. His thin, crimson lips slowly uttered a few words, which made Yin Yi feel as if he had fallen into an ice cave.
"One year."
A year?!
There are more than forty tribes of varying sizes in the surrounding area. What his uncle couldn't accomplish in his time, he managed to do in just one year?
It's obviously impossible!
Yin Yi wanted to retort, but seeing Yin Changling's bloodthirsty eyes, he swallowed his words.
"Your Majesty...yes."
Yin Changling then slammed the man heavily to the ground. He didn't care if someone had ulterior motives; he would just kill the person.
But since Yin Yi has the ability to persuade the other tribes to use fewer troops, it's not unreasonable to let him give it a try.
Yin Changling didn't take the "Young Master Yi" mentioned by everyone seriously at all. His powerful strength made him fearless of anyone, and naturally he wouldn't be afraid of any villains.
All this is because he was born into a wolf pack. Yin Changling has the sharpest intuition and the most agile skills. Even if someone tries to assassinate him, he can fight against a hundred people without fear.
Yin Yi could only lie on the ground like a dead dog, panting heavily, his hatred growing stronger every day.
He gritted his teeth, got up from the ground, his clothes were in a mess, and his hair was even worse. Where was the handsome man he had been just moments before?
"Your Majesty, I take my leave."
"I hope you will not disappoint me, Young Master Yi."
The three words "Young Master Yi" that Yin Changling blurted out successfully made Yin Yi freeze. This was Yin Changling's way of giving him a warning.
Yin Yi understood. It was precisely because he understood that he felt even more uneasy, as the head on his neck could fall off at any moment.
"Your Majesty, I am guilty and beg for your forgiveness."
"It all depends on whether Young Master Yi can handle this matter well for me. I don't support idle people. The flowers on Deer Terrace bloom so beautifully because idle people act as fertilizer for them. Do you understand?"
Yin Changling's words sent chills down Yin Yi's spine. The image involuntarily flashed into his mind, and he shuddered instantly, his courage completely shattered.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will do everything in my power for you, even unto death."
"Get lost."
As Yin Changling watched Yin Yi scramble away, a disdainful smile curled at the corner of his lips, tinged with a hint of contempt.
And yet, they still dare to harbor thoughts of usurping the throne; they truly don't know their own limitations.
It's no wonder that Yin Changling looked down on him so much, because when Yin Changling ascended to the throne, he was unstoppable, and nothing could hinder him at that time.
As Yin Yi stepped out of the palace gates, he felt a surge of anger and embarrassment at the strange looks he received from the slaves, and he was filled with resentment.
But his immediate priority was to save his own life, and he didn't have time to think too much. He could only leave in a hurry to find someone to discuss a solution.
...
The Imperial Preceptor's Residence.
Noon.
A heavy snow fell last night, covering the entire Imperial Preceptor's Mansion in a thick layer of silver. The icicles under the glazed tiles were breathtakingly beautiful under the sunlight.
Wan Qijin was afraid the little fox would get cold, or perhaps he used that as an excuse, but he kept her by his side and wouldn't let her go outside to play in the snow.
Fortunately, Changfeng made several roast chickens for the little fox today, which she had been craving. She ate one and a half in one go and was so full that she could hardly walk.
Wan Qijin found it amusing. For some reason, whenever the little fox was by his side, he was like an ice sculpture that had melted, his coldness fading away and becoming approachable.
"Awoo~"
Tu Shan Lingxi was nestled lazily in Wan Qijin's arms, hugging her round little belly, lying comfortably.
It was still that same fluffy little fox face, yet it somehow conveyed a sense of contentment and happiness.
"You've eaten so much, your tummy is almost bursting, aren't you uncomfortable?"
Wan Qijin gently massaged her stomach with very light pressure, so as not to hurt Tu Shanlingxi at all. It was just right, making her feel so comfortable that she closed her eyes.
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