The Xuan Yan Dynasty.
When Tian Yusheng rushed here that day, the matter had already been settled. The entire dynasty was eerily quiet, devoid of any human presence. Even though he had prepared himself mentally, seeing this scene before him still made Tian Yusheng feel quite uneasy.
In terms of favor, Xia Shufan could definitely rank among the top of Xuan Yan Emperor's children. This time, Li Jingxiao was ungrateful and tried to harm him, and failed... Given Xuan Yan Emperor's temperament, could he have already killed him?
Tian Yusheng dared not think too much about it and rushed to the palace.
"Tian Yusheng, the sect leader of Tian Shu Sect, requests an audience with His Majesty!"
His face was terribly gloomy, and his tone was anything but kind.
Mo Yuandao had been waiting at the entrance of the palace for a long time. Upon seeing this, a faint smile appeared on his face.
"So it is the Lord of Tianmen. Please wait here for a moment, Lord. His Majesty is dealing with state affairs and it is not convenient for him to be disturbed."
Tian Yusheng frowned and asked patiently, "I've only heard the general outline. Do you know the specifics?"
Although Mo Yuandao was the Palace Master of Xuanyan Palace in the Xuanyan Dynasty and was valued by the Xuanyan Emperor, Tian Yusheng, who was also a power holder like the Xuanyan Emperor, did not need to show him too much respect.
Mo Yuandao clearly understood that although he disliked this guy, he couldn't openly belittle him. He could only use sarcastic remarks to humiliate Tian Yusheng.
"Oh dear, Sect Master, you may not know this, but the main point of this incident is not that Li Jingxiao tried to assassinate the Fifth Prince, because the Fifth Prince is always protected by his guardians, so Li Jingxiao could not possibly succeed."
"Alas, this matter is not the main reason affecting the relationship between the Xuan Yan Dynasty and the Tian Shu Sect."
"The reason I troubled you, Sect Leader, to make this trip is because..."
Mo Yuandao paused for a moment.
"Why? Tell me quickly!"
Tianyusheng's patience is almost exhausted.
"It's because Li Jingxiao not only attempted to assassinate the Fifth Prince, but also wanted to harm Young Master Lin, Young Master Shen, and Miss Feng. Even the two young ladies of the Shangguan family were implicated. Things... are probably more complicated than you think. After all, those three are not under the jurisdiction of our Xuan Yan Dynasty. If they really want to kill Li Jingxiao, there's nothing we can do about it, right?"
Mo Yuandao chuckled gloatingly.
Tian Yusheng's face grew increasingly dark.
He could understand Lin Feng and the other two. After all, ever since Lin Feng publicly humiliated Li Jingxiao, the latter had always held a grudge and wanted to find an opportunity to retaliate.
But what's the deal with the Shangguan Qingning sisters?
Li Jingxiao always regarded Shangguan Tingye as his future wife, so why would he lay a hand on her?
Things are probably not as simple as Mo Yuandao said. If I'm not mistaken, Emperor Xuanyan is going to pin a label on Li Jingxiao, and one that he can't shake off!
Tian Yusheng paced anxiously back and forth at the door, but Xuan Yanhuang remained calm and did not show up.
Two hours later, when it was already dark, Mo Yuandao said with a smile, "Sect Master, His Majesty requests your presence."
"Hurry up and take me there!"
Tian Yusheng knew that Xuan Yanhuang was deliberately ignoring him, but since Tian Shu Sect was in the wrong, he couldn't show any emotion. Moreover, Li Jingxiao was very important to him. If he were gone, there would be no point in talking about researching the Sacred Body. By the time the next Qingxuan Sacred Body possessor appeared, Tian Shu Sect would probably be destroyed!
Inside the main hall, Emperor Xuan Yan sat at the head of the table, flanked by Lin Feng and his two companions, the Fifth Prince Xia Shufan, and the Shangguan Qingning sisters. Li Jingxiao, on the other hand, was kneeling on the ground, his body bound with hemp ropes. Judging from the bruises and welts on his body, it was clear that he had suffered a lot in the Xuan Yan Dynasty.
What a good-for-nothing!
Tian Yusheng cursed inwardly. If Li Jingxiao hadn't possessed the Holy Body today, he probably wouldn't have come at all. He would have simply ordered Xuan Yanhuang to deal with the person cleanly to avoid having to return to Tian Shu Sect and cause trouble for everyone!
How stupid and reckless!
"Master Tianmen, you've arrived."
Xuan Yanhuang's tone was flat and emotionless.
Tian Yusheng cupped his hands in greeting and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, I have heard the details from Palace Master Mo. This incident was Li Jingxiao's fault. I wonder how Your Majesty and Young Master Lin intend to deal with it?"
He spoke cleverly, only mentioning Emperor Xuan Yan and Lin Feng. One was the master of the Xuan Yan Dynasty, and the other was the leader among the three outsiders. Only their words had a decisive effect, and the opinions of others were irrelevant.
Emperor Xuan Yan was a shrewd man and naturally understood his meaning. So he said calmly, "Although Li Jingxiao's attempt to assassinate Shu Fan failed, it has inadvertently planted a hidden danger. Who can guarantee that he won't target Shu Fan or any of my other princes and princesses in the future? He was discovered this time, but what about next time?"
"I'd like to hear what the Heavenly Gate Master thinks. How do you think this matter should be resolved in a way that punishes Li Jingxiao without damaging our relationship?"
How could he know!
Tian Yusheng cursed inwardly, but his face remained calm.
Li Jingxiao continued to roar relentlessly, denouncing Xuan Yanhuang's massacre of the village years ago.
Tian Yusheng couldn't stand it anymore. If he really annoyed Xuan Yanhuang and was forced to bring up the old matter again, or even throw the matter from back then in Li Jingxiao's face, then he would be in a difficult position as the sect leader.
His expression was unpredictable, and after a long while, he actually slapped Li Jingxiao across the face.
"Smack!"
Li Jingxiao's right cheek was swollen high, and his eyes were wide open, as if he could not believe that Tian Yusheng would hit him!
"You bastard! Shut up!"
Tian Yusheng's expression was unusually cold.
Li Jingxiao was stunned and had no choice but to shut his mouth.
Oh no... this is bad.
Why didn't the maid from the Shangguan family stand up and plead for Li Jingxiao as usual?
No, not only Shangguan Tingye, but even Xia Shufan, who was assassinated this time, did not show the slightest anger. Instead, they sat there leisurely sipping their tea.
Tian Yusheng's Adam's apple bobbed as he looked at everyone present, feeling as if this was a trap set specifically for him.
Yes, Li Jingxiao has probably been set up!
That old fox!
He glared fiercely at Emperor Xuan Yan, hesitated for a long time, and finally spoke: "Yu Sheng begs Your Majesty to spare Li Jingxiao's life this time. If any princes or princesses are assassinated or attacked in the future... my Tian Shu Sect will take full responsibility!"
"Sect Master!"
Li Jingxiao was dumbfounded.
Doesn't this mean that in the future he will not only be unable to harm the descendants of Emperor Xuan Yan, but will even have to protect them?!
After all, if something happens to them, it will be the fault of Tian Shu Sect!
How could the sect leader be so rash!
"Shut up!"
Tian Yusheng glanced at him and rebuked him angrily.
Xuan Yanhuang stroked the jade thumb ring on his finger and smiled faintly.
"That's good."
"Since the Heavenly Gate Master is so sincere, then I will not pursue the matter of Li Jingxiao's assassination of Shu Fan."
"Next..."
He turned his gaze to Lin Feng.
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