Duanmu Xiong's attitude was firm and resolute.
The black shadow hesitated for a while before he tried to persuade Duanmu Xiong again, "Your Highness, please think twice!
The Evil Blood Palace has failed twice and lost several generals. They definitely won't accept this task again. "
Duanmu Xiong said in a low voice, "30 billion is the highest price in the past 1,000 years. The Evil Blood Palace will consider it!"
The black shadow was silent for a while. He could not persuade Duanmu Xiong, so he bowed and said, "Yes, Your Highness."
Then the black shadow merged into the darkness and disappeared.
…
In the Southern District of Yunwu City.
The splendid mansion of the Second Prince was located at the end of the Vermilion Bird Avenue.
The mansion covered an area of nearly 10 square miles. It not only had a spacious yard and a garden, but also numerous exquisite houses and palaces.
Tonight was the Lantern Festival. The mansion was decorated with lanterns and colored banners. Everywhere was jubilant and full of people.
Not only the family members of the mansion were having fun, but many guards, maids, and servants were also roaming in the garden at night.
However.
In the study of the Second Prince deep in the palace, the atmosphere was different.
Different from the jubilation outside, the study was heavily guarded and the atmosphere was quite solemn and austere.
Four of the prince's advisors with different appearances were standing respectfully in the study, helping the second prince come up with a plan.
Five Divine Emperors in armor also stood solemnly and listened to the Second Prince's orders.
These Sir Gods were all important figures who held great authority in their hands.
They were either trusted aides of the Second Prince, generals with outstanding military exploits, or governors and top nobles.
Sitting behind the desk was a middle-aged man in a golden robe with a golden crown on his head. He was the Second Prince.
He was tall and sturdy with a dignified appearance. His bell-sized eyes were shining brightly and exuded awe-inspiring majesty.
He had a goatee on his chin, which was neatly combed.
His temples were white, but his thick eyebrows were slanted to his temples.
This Second Prince was clearly a man of great talent and bold vision!
Just a moment ago, the Second Prince had finished discussing some important matters with his aides and confidants.
After he made his decision and gave the order, the armored confidants all saluted to show that they had obeyed the order.
The Second Prince waved his hand, indicating for everyone to leave.
The confidants hurriedly saluted and left the study one after another.
Only the Second Prince and his four advisors were left in the study, and they soon quieted down.
For many years, the Second Prince had been eager to recruit talents and had recruited many capable people.
There were more than a thousand diners in the prince's mansion.
Among the nearly one thousand people with special abilities, more than forty of them were exceptionally talented and were hired by the Second Prince as his aides.
Normally, these aides would rack their brains to help him plan and deal with all kinds of affairs.
The four aides in the study were the elites and leaders of the group of aides.
Especially the white haired old man in the lead. He wore the attire of an immortal and learned scholar, and he held a silver horsetail whisk with both hands, causing him to seem extremely unfathomable.
This person was the Chief Advisor, Yan Long Celestial Lord.
The Second Prince leaned back in his large chair and closed his eyes to rest. His hands were rubbing the space between his eyebrows. He seemed to have a lot on his mind.
Lord Yan Long bowed slightly and calmly reported, "Master, it has been an entire day since Tianxing entered the capital.
Many things have happened in this day.
First, he was taken to the Longwind Courtyard by the Third Prince's people for a temporary stay … "
Lord Yan Long reported to the Second Prince all the information that his spies and scouts had brought back to him.
The Second Prince closed his eyes and listened quietly. No one could see any change in his expression.
After a while, Lord Yan Long finished reporting everything that had happened in the day.
Only then did the Second Prince open his eyes, and the corners of his mouth curled into a cold smile.
He seemed to be talking to himself, "Tianxing just moved into the Longwind Courtyard, and he let the captain of the maidservants serve him in bed?
Haha … that kid is vicious, but he is not a shallow person.
This must be the Third Prince's honey trap. He wants to completely trap that kid and tie him to his chariot! "
Lord Yan Long nodded in agreement and said with a smile, "Master is wise! Judging from Tianxing's previous behavior, he is not the kind of person who is attached to women.
The incident of serving him in bed was most likely the Third Prince's honey trap.
But Tianxing then let his daughter appear and took her to stroll around the Longwind Courtyard for several hours.
At night, they suppressed the rumors and slanders and executed a few guards and maids.
These two things are signals. Tianxing strongly and clearly expressed his position.
Obviously, he is not willing to accept the Third Prince's honey trap, nor does he want to be the Third Prince's vanguard general! "
The Second Prince listened with a smile and showed a satisfied expression.
"Then tell me, what is the situation between Tianxing and the Third Prince?"
Lord Yan Long thought for a while and said in a serious tone, "They are neither friendly nor distant! On the surface, they seem to be allies, grasshoppers tied to a string.
But in fact, Tianxing and the Third Prince are not of one mind. "
Another hunchbacked aide added, "Judging from Tianxing's past behavior, he is very arrogant and will not submit to anyone.
Even when facing the Third Prince, he only treats him as a friend, not as his master. "
Another middle-aged aide in a purple robe said with a serious expression, "Tianxing is an extremely cunning person. He has long understood the situation in the capital.
Even if he is very close to the Third Prince, he will not truly rely on the Third Prince.
He knows better than us that only by waiting for the right price can he seize the greatest benefits!
Once he is eager to pledge loyalty to the Third Prince, his value will be greatly reduced. "
Several aides spoke one after another, expressing their views on Ji Tianxing.
After they finished, the Second Prince nodded and said in a serious tone, "That's right! Your analysis is correct and comprehensive.
Tianxing and the Third Prince's state shows that they are not completely united. We still have a chance! "
"A chance?" Lord Yan Long frowned in confusion and asked, "My Lord, what do you mean?"
The Second Prince's lips curled into a cold smile. "Even though Tian Xing and I have a deep grudge against each other, he only killed my men and stole my belongings.
There is no direct enmity between him and this king.
At this critical moment, I am magnanimous and will not pursue him for the time being.
In addition, I have been fighting openly and covertly with the Third Prince for so many years and have been able to maintain a balance without any results.
Now, the Fifth Prince has appeared out of nowhere and is about to be crowned Crown Prince.
At this time, we should set aside our prejudices and grudges and work together with the Third Prince to deal with the Fifth Prince!
If I were to discuss cooperation with the Third Prince, he would definitely refuse.
Tianxing has come at the right time.
We will try to rope him in and use him as a bridge. I believe the Third Prince will agree! "
The aides thought for a moment and showed expressions of agreement.
Lord Yan Long also smiled. "That's right! As long as we can convince Tianxing, we can force the Third Prince to agree to the cooperation.
This subordinate is willing to step forward and help the Lord with his troubles! "
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