Yan Feng reacted immediately after being glanced at by Xue Po. He hurriedly said, "Thank you, big brother."
The servant left after serving the tea. Xue Po waved his hand, and the servants in the living room left as well. He glanced at the eldest prince and said with a smile, "Your Highness, you've come to my humble abode so early in the morning. You must have something important to discuss."
Yan Ji cursed inwardly, 'You old fox, weren't you the one who sent someone to look for me yesterday? Now you're playing dumb.' He smiled and said calmly, "Your guest gave me a lot of pointers yesterday. I'm here today to ask for your advice."
Xue Po nodded. "Your Highness, I've been in the military all my life. I'm a rough person, so I'll be frank. Judging from the current situation, it's disadvantageous for you! "
Yan Ji sighed. "I was too careless because I was busy. I thought I had the upper hand, but I didn't expect Imperial Father to take such drastic measures. Looks like the older, the wiser." His words were very disrespectful, but his expression was very calm.
Xue Po knew Yan Ji was testing him. He smiled faintly. "Your Highness, I understand what you're thinking and the current situation. There's still time before the matter is settled. However, the final outcome will depend on whether you're brave enough. Your Highness, you should know that the winner is the king, while the loser is the thief. If you want to achieve great things, you must take risks. The greater the risk, the greater the reward. If Your Highness only wants peace, then just pretend I didn't say anything. "
Yan Ji said seriously, "Marshal Xue, you must be joking. You're an important minister of the empire and have assisted Imperial Father for many years. I'll call you uncle. Uncle Xue, since I'm here today, I've made up my mind. I'd rather be a saint and be broken than live in dishonor. Even if I want to give in, Little Fifth won't let me off after he ascends the throne. It's very obvious from his despicable means to Second Brother. I'm here today to ask you to give me some pointers. "
"Good, you're indeed not the person I've chosen." The Snow Soul stood up and paced back and forth in the hall. Although Yan Ji was anxious, he did not urge the Snow Soul to do anything.
After a while, Xue Po finally stopped in front of Yan Ji. He looked at Yan Ji and said, "If that's the case, I wonder if Your Highness has the determination to do so." As he spoke, he raised his palm like a knife and lightly waved it in the air. A light silver Dou Qi floated out and immediately split a sturdy wooden table into two.
Yan Ji's eyes shone brightly as he stood up as well. "Uncle Xue, you don't have to worry. Since I've come here to see you today, I'm prepared to sacrifice everything. From the words of the Guest Elder yesterday, he had already understood the meaning behind it. If he wanted to make a difference now, he couldn't be soft-hearted. Since he is heartless, then don't blame me for being unjust. " After saying this, he glanced at Yan Feng. Yan Feng acted as if he didn't hear him and continued to drink his tea with his head lowered.
Xue Po smiled, "Alright, since Your First Highness has made such a decision, then Xue Po's plan can be carried out. Your Highness, let's first analyze the current situation. "
Yan Ji nodded. He didn't have any doubts about Xue Po because Nian Bing had asked for the spare parts on behalf of Xue Po yesterday. If Xue Po wasn't sincere, then Xue Po wouldn't have asked for that kind of condition so easily. However, that kind of spare parts was within the range of what he could agree to. Yan Ji was very clear about Xue Po's influence in the Ice Moon Empire. He didn't just want to use Xue Po, he also wanted to put a military genius like Xue Po in an important position even after he inherited the throne. Therefore, although Nian Bing's words had surprised him, Xue Po's sudden decision to support him also reduced his worries by a lot. With two of the three Marshals supporting him, even if he wanted to launch a coup, he still had some confidence. Moreover, the current situation was far from that stage.
"Alright, then I'll talk about my current situation first. In front of Uncle Xue, I have nothing to hide. Right now, the entire outer city defense of Ice Moon City is in my hands. Fifty thousand soldiers can be mobilized at any time. The forces that stand on my side account for close to two thirds of them, and there are many people with real power. Even if my actions are a little special, as long as I can sit on the throne in the end, I have confidence that I can suppress all voices of opposition. Right now, there are two biggest problems. The first is the Royal Guardian Army. You are also very familiar with the commander of the Royal Guardian Army. He is only loyal to my father. No matter what method I use, it is impossible to bribe him to work for me. Therefore, we don't need to use any other ideas in this regard. The second and most important problem is the hidden threat from the Ice Goddess Priestess. If it wasn't for her and the Royal Guardian Army alone, I still have some confidence. Yan Ji has been planning for that day for more than ten years. I think that I have enough cards in my hands. "
Xue Po smiled coldly and said, "Good, Your Highness really does treat me as one of your own. Since that is the case, I don't need to hide anything from Your Highness. Xue Po had already made her decision long ago, but she had been hesitating about what to do in the end. Sigh, to be honest, if it wasn't for my daughter's accident, I wouldn't have made my decision so quickly. After all, it's hard to say who will win. However, for that day you mentioned, Xue Po has made some preparations. Although I don't have many guests in my residence, they are all talents that can be put to great use. "
Yan Ji nodded in agreement. Nian Bing's unfathomable strength had left a deep impression on him.
Xue Po paused for a moment. After a while, as if she had decided on something, a trace of killing intent appeared in her eyes, "I think I can help you solve the two problems Your Highness mentioned."
Yan Ji was shocked, "Is … this possible? Uncle Xue, I don't quite understand what you mean. "
Xue Po smiled and said, "How many people does Your Highness think you need to contend with the Ice Goddess Priestess?"
Yan Ji thought for a moment and said, "I'm afraid that no one knows how powerful a God's Descent Master is. If you want to deal with the Ice Goddess Priestess, you will need a large number of experts. Moreover, you will need experts at least at the level of Swordsman. Normal people are nothing but cannon fodder in front of the Ice Goddess Priestess. She can easily tear apart a large number of soldiers with a single spell. I've invited four guests at the level of Swordsman, but even if they work together, I'm afraid they won't be a match for the Ice Goddess Priestess. The strength of the Ice Goddess Priestess can no longer be measured by the title of magician. "
Xue Po's eyes shone brightly as she said in a deep voice, "What if you add three Swordsman and four Archmages?"
Yan Ji's body trembled as he looked at Xue Po in shock. He didn't expect Xue Po to have such a powerful force.
Xue Po smiled faintly, "Only through the test of iron and blood can a true expert be nurtured. I think Your Highness should understand this principle. To be able to dominate the battlefield, I naturally need to have my own tyrannical forces. Otherwise, how could I be worthy of being a Marshal? "
Yan Ji took a deep breath and said, "If Uncle Xue Po really has so many experts helping you, then you are definitely the number one Marshal of the Empire. If eleven Swordsman and other experts attack together, I think that even if the Ice Goddess Priestess is strong, you won't be able to withstand it. Uncle Xue Po, you really give me confidence! "
Xue Po smiled, "I've already taken care of the biggest problem for you. As for the Imperial Palace, I have five hundred personal guards under me. These people are all men of sacrifice that I've carefully nurtured. They are extremely skilled in joint attacks. With them assisting Your Highness, it shouldn't be too much of a problem to charge into the Imperial Palace. You don't have to worry about those high-ranked mages of the Ice God Tower in the Imperial Palace. Although those people are a threat, when the Ice Goddess Priestess is about to arrive at Ice Moon City, as the subordinates of the Ice God Tower, they will definitely welcome her. That vacuum of time is the best time for us to make our move. Moreover, if the Ice Goddess Priestess is attacked, the Imperial Palace will definitely be alerted. No one is better than the people of the Ice God Tower at sending messages. Therefore, when we deal with her, we will send a large number of soldiers to surround her. If we can mobilize the Imperial Guardian Squad, that will be even better. "
Yan Ji narrowed his eyes, a cold light flashing in them, "Alright, I understand. The moment the Ice Goddess Priestess leaves the Ice God Tower is the time for us to make our move. Uncle Xue Po, let's discuss the specific details. With your people working together, my control will be greatly increased. "
Two hours later, Yan Ji left the Marshal's Mansion. When he left, he had a confident smile on his face. When it came to war, who in the Ice Moon Empire could be better than an expert like Xue Po? Careful planning was the key to success. Moreover, the secret forces that Yan Ji cultivated himself weren't that simple. Although the Imperial Guardian Squad was loyal, not everyone was that loyal. Moreover, his mother was in the Imperial Palace.
"I can't believe he's that woman's son. He decided to make a move on his own brother and father so easily," Yan Feng said calmly.
Xue Po smiled, "Yan Ji is indeed a character. In order to ascend to the throne, he has been planning for a long time. According to the information we received, Marshal Ness, who supports him, has secretly mobilized his army. Ness's army is very close to Ice Moon City. Although Yan Ji didn't say it explicitly, the troops to deal with the Ice Goddess Priestess will definitely be mobilized from Ness's army. Although the Fifth Prince also has Marshal Lahm's support, Lahm's army is very far from the Imperial Palace. Even if he mobilizes his army, it won't be easy. Moreover, my army is blocking Marshal Lahm's army. If he wants to return to Ice Moon City, he has to pass through my army's territory. Therefore, whether it's the First Prince or the Fifth Prince, they have always wanted to use me. For a long time, the Empire has never been afraid of us marshals controlling the military power. This is because when there's no war, we marshals have to live in Ice Moon City. Moreover, there are many troops stationed in every city of the Empire. However, this method inevitably makes the marshals too powerful. If any of the marshals wants to rebel, it will have a huge impact on the Empire. "
Yan Feng was stunned, "Father, you're telling me this because …"
Xue Po smiled, "Just like how money is only yours when you receive it, only when the military power is completely in the hands of the monarch can you truly control the Empire. Therefore, when you ascend to the throne, the first thing you have to do is to divide the power of the marshals. "
Yan Feng's heart warmed. He knew that Xue Ji was doing this for his sake. He nodded firmly and said, "If I can really take that position, I'll definitely listen to your orders and change the important positions in the general to my own people."
Xue Po sighed, "Although you're my son-in-law, I have to do this for the Blood Lion Sect. How many people do you have on your side? To be more precise, you should give them to our Blood Lion Sect. When that time comes, your power in the military will be completely taken away! "
"Where's Nian Bing? Is he still not awake? "Yan Feng asked.
Xue Po frowned, "I'm not as good as you. Perhaps he's still resting. " Xue Po also felt the strange energy fluctuation from Nian Bing's residence last night. However, he was also told by Nian Bing not to disturb him through soul telepathy. Therefore, he didn't disturb him. According to the original plan, Nian Bing was supposed to participate in today's meeting with Yan Ji. However, he didn't come.
After changing into a brand new white magic robe, Nian Bing walked out of his room. He breathed in the cold fresh air and felt the constantly flowing energy in his body. He couldn't help but smile proudly. The opening of the Li Zhong Acupoint gave him hope for the future. Although Oscar told him that he still couldn't fight against the Ice Goddess, he also understood the importance of the Tian Yan Acupoint. Without the Tian Yan Acupoint, the Li Zhong Acupoint wouldn't have opened so quickly. Fatso was right. The Tian Yan Acupoint was a spiritual acupoint. With it, it would be easier for him to cultivate to a higher realm.
Nian Bing could clearly feel a warm current in his chest. He found that his magic power was much more stable than before. This was the first time he felt this way since the Tianhua Acupoint was destroyed. The speed at which he absorbed the Li Zhong Acupoint was also much faster than before. After opening the Li Zhong Acupoint, Nian Bing faintly felt that the cultivation of the seven acupoints had a lot to do with the Li Zhong Acupoint. Only by fully utilizing the Li Zhong Acupoint could he make it evolve faster. And after mastering the method of absorbing the essence of heaven and earth, the speed at which he absorbed the Li Zhong Acupoint had obviously increased. However, until now, Nian Bing still couldn't figure out the connection between the Li Zhong Acupoint and his magic power. Could it really be that it was just a simple auxiliary function?
Another month passed. The waves caused by the second prince's death gradually calmed down. The entire Ice Moon City also calmed down. However, those who knew the inside story knew that this was only the calm before the storm.
In the secret room of the Ice Moon Hall of the Blood Breath Lion Sect.
The Great Elder sighed and said, "It seems that talent is the foundation of an expert. White Hair, we have tried all kinds of methods during this period of time. However, none of them could let us feel the Li Zhong Acupoint, let alone the seven acupoints that you described. We are already old. Time doesn't allow us to make any major breakthroughs. "
After opening the Li Zhong Acupoint, Nian Bing didn't rush to find out the use of it. Instead, he continued to cultivate to improve his magic power. With the nourishment of the Li Zhong Acupoint, his magic power improved very quickly. And the Tian Yan Acupoint also brought him a lot of surprises. The fine control that he couldn't do before could now be done easily. Especially the subtle control of the shadow puppets and the changes in the Tian Yan Domain, both reached a new height. The Tian Yan Domain would indeed increase with the increase of cultivation. He really hoped that the seven Elders could become stronger. The seven Elders were all experienced Swordsman or Magisters. If they could break through the bottleneck and reach a new realm, then the strength of the Blood Lion Cult would definitely reach a higher level. Even the problem of their age would be alleviated. However, the Li Zhong Acupoint wasn't as easy to obtain as imagined. Although Nian Bing told the seven Elders about his cultivation process without reservation, the seven Elders still maintained their original realm after a month. They didn't even produce a trace of Li Zhong Acupoint.
"Great Elder, you don't have to be discouraged. I think, as long as you work hard, the Elders will definitely have a breakthrough." Nian Bing said as he pondered about the loopholes in his cultivation. But he found out. The reason why he could open the Tian Yan Acupoint and Li Zhong Acupoint was mostly because of the special environment and good luck. However, these couldn't be taught.
Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. Nian Bing was awakened from his thoughts. "Come in."
The door opened. The Hall Master of the Ice Moon Hall, Yin Tu, walked in and said respectfully, "Leader, the Ice Goddess priests have already left the Ice God Tower and are heading towards the Ice Moon City. Only the emissary sent by the Ice Moon Empire is accompanying them."
Nian Bing's eyes brightened. "Good, what should come has come. Hall Master Yin, pass down my order. Blood Lion Hall's five hundred Blood Guards are ready to attack at any time. Seven Elders. It's time for all of you to get moving. "As he spoke, he took out seven magic scrolls from his robes and handed them to the seven elders. "These seven scrolls are the last life-saving items. If it's possible, you don't have to force yourself. Immediately activate the scrolls. The location of the scrolls is Ice Moon City. When you come back, just wait for me here. Elders. Safety is the most important thing. Compared to this operation, you are more important. "
The seven Elders took the magic scrolls from Nian Bing. The Great Elder smiled and said, "Leader, don't worry. It's not easy to tear apart old bones like us. Moreover, there are so many cannon fodder here. Taking advantage of the situation is what our Blood Lion Cult is best at. "
Nian Bing nodded and said, "What you need to do is to delay. Don't fight recklessly. Once the Ice Goddess priests activate God's Descent, you must immediately tear the scrolls and escape. It's funny that First Prince Yan Ji actually thought that eleven Swordsman level experts could kill a God's Descent Master. But how could he know the true power of God's Descent? " From Archmage and Swordsman to God's Descent Master and God Tier, although there was only a difference of one level, the difference in strength was huge. Back then, the Snow Goddess Priestess had only just become a God's Descent Master, but she was already able to fight against three Archmages, including the Blazing Lion King, Rongyan, on her own and return victorious. Today, twenty years later, she would definitely become even more powerful. According to the stacking of their strengths, she would definitely be able to fight against eleven Warrior Saint and Magic Master level experts. However, once she cast God's Descent without hesitation, even if there were more experts, they wouldn't be able to defend against it. Nian Bing had heard a few Dragon King say that even with their strong bodies, Dragon King would still be injured by the huge pressure when casting a twelfth level forbidden spell. Therefore, unless it was absolutely necessary, no one would easily cast a spell above the eleventh level. After all, the burden was too great. Therefore, the mission he gave the seven elders was only to delay, not to kill.
At the same time as Nian Bing, the First Prince's residence reacted. A total of five thousand elites had already been arranged by the First Prince in various secret courtyards in Ice Moon City. As long as he gave the order, the operation would begin.
Nian Bing returned to the inn alone. Ice Moon City was about to experience a huge upheaval, so he had to ensure Kitty's safety.
"Big brother Nian Bing, you're back! That's great! Big sister Bing Yun also went out today. Kitty is so lonely by herself. "Kitty giggled and ran in front of Nian Bing, pulling his hand and shaking it.
Nian Bing naturally knew what Bing Yun had gone to do. Since the Ice Goddess Priestess wanted to come to Ice Moon City, the Ice God Tower naturally had to go out of the city to welcome her. It was good that she wasn't here, so he didn't have to use tricks to get rid of her. He smiled and said, "Kitty, go with big brother Nian Bing. Big brother has found a new place for you to stay."
Kitty was stunned and said, "Then what about big sister Bing Yun? She'll be worried if she doesn't see us when she comes back. "
Nian Bing smiled and said, "It's okay. Big brother will contact her. Let's go, we'll leave this place immediately. "He still had a lot of things to do and couldn't waste a moment.
Kitty's face paled slightly and said, "Big brother, is it because big sister Bing Yun wants to catch you?"
This time, it was Nian Bing's turn to be stunned. "Kitty, you already know?"
Kitty nodded and said, "I heard big sister Bing Yun use a crystal ball to tell someone that she wants to catch you and bring you back to some tower. Big brother, I think big sister Bing Yun is a good person, but why does she want to catch you? "
Nian Bing sighed softly and said, "These things can't be explained in a sentence or two. Big brother will tell you later. Alright, let's go. There will be a big change in Ice Moon City. Big brother will take you to a safe place first. After everything calms down, I'll send you home, okay? "
Kitty nodded obediently and hurriedly ran back to her room to pack her simple luggage. Nian Bing didn't notice that a trace of cunning flashed through Kitty's big charming eyes.
Nian Bing sent Kitty to the secret room of Ice Moon Hall and told the Blood Lion Cult to take good care of her. Then, he immediately left Ice Moon Hall and went straight to the Marshal's Mansion. At this time, the five hundred blood guards of the Blood Lion Cult had already finished gathering.
Kitty opened the door in the secret room and peeked outside. She sneaked a peek outside. At this time, the Blood Lion Sect members were all busy preparing for the upcoming change in the world. No one had noticed her. She closed the door again. She giggled and softly chanted, "I summon you in the name of Xi Yun. Come out, my pet Qiang Qiang."
Kitty's eyes flashed with a gentle light. A clear white hexagram appeared in front of her and flashed. A black thing appeared on the ground in front of her. If anyone could see it at this moment, At this time, people would be so shocked that they couldn't close their mouths because what appeared in front of Kitty was actually a huge cockroach. It was the size of a plate and its body was close to a foot in diameter. It shone with a faint light and its two antennae swayed slightly. Its body was lying on the ground motionlessly.
Kitty kicked the big cockroach and said angrily, "Don't sleep. You little pets are lazier than the other."
The big cockroach moved and rubbed against Kitty's feet affectionately. Kitty's eyes flashed and the big cockroach's body quickly rotated on the ground. A layer of black light without any dark aura enveloped Kitty's body. Kitty took a step forward. Standing on the back of the cockroach. Although her cockroach summoned beast didn't have any attack power, it was the best beast to hide. In the first stage, this cockroach had used its illusionary ability to deceive the Phoenix Maiden. Now that it was in the second stage, it had more protective functions. Wrapped in the black light, Kitty chanted again, "I summon you in the name of Xi Yun. Come out, my pet Tiantian."
With a flash of light, the big mouse Tiantian, which had become much bigger, wagged its tail and twisted its fat buttocks. It looked at Kitty with its pair of small dark red eyes. Through the special spiritual power of white people, Kitty immediately gave Tiantian a lifespan.
"Mice are born to dig holes. The Dark Magic Mouse is an expert in digging holes and tracking. Tiantian, you lead the way in front and follow brother Nian Bing. Qiangqiang, follow Tiantian. Don't get lost."
Tiantian nodded its head and its two front claws moved quickly on the ground like steel bars. Its huge body quickly drilled into the ground. The black light on the back of the cockroach Qiangqiang was obviously stronger. Kitty squatted down and under the effect of the black light, she merged with the cockroach. The cockroach moved very quickly and chased after Tiantian who drilled into the ground. There was a hole in the heavily guarded secret room of the Ice Moon Hall. In fact, even Kitty herself did not expect that she would be together with Nian Bing.
In the palace of the Ice Moon Empire, the already very weak Emperor Yan Tiannan received the news that the Ice Goddess Priestess was about to arrive. His spirit was obviously better. With the help of the palace maids, he half sat up and ordered his most trusted leader of the Royal Guards, Rudolph, "Rudolph, the Ice Goddess Priestess is about to arrive at Ice Snow City. I'm not feeling well. You replace me and immediately lead the three thousand elites of the Royal Guards to the city gate to welcome her. I think the masters of the Ice God Tower have already gone. "
Rudolph was an honest person and deeply trusted by Yan Tiannan. He said with some surprise, "Your Majesty, the Ice Goddess Priestess is the most powerful existence on the continent. She will also be welcomed by the people of the Ice God Tower. I don't think I need to go anymore. Protecting your safety is my most important duty. I think the Ice Goddess Priestess won't care about these customs."
After Yan Tiannan let the two palace maids leave, he took a deep breath and pulled himself together. He said, "Of course I know that the Ice Goddess Priestess doesn't need to condense. The most important reason why I asked you to go and receive her is not because of the Ice Goddess Priestess. The Ice Goddess Priestess is about to arrive. With the power that boss has gathered in the city, there is no reason for him to know. With his intelligence, even if he didn't think of my decision beforehand, once he heard that the Ice Goddess Priestess is about to arrive, he will definitely have some reaction. At this time, Yun 'er is in the most danger. The real reason why I asked you to receive the Ice Goddess Priestess is to let you bring Yan Yun to the palace. With the Ice Goddess Priestess here, I can only announce the successor. In this palace, although I am the absolute master, you are the only one I can trust. Although there are only ten thousand people in the palace guards, there are many experts. You can only guarantee Yan Yun's safety if you bring three thousand people to receive him. Don't worry, I will definitely hold on until you come back. Cough cough … "After saying so much in one breath, he was already a little out of breath. He coughed a few times and his face became even paler.
Rudolph was shocked. He was a person who couldn't hold back his words. "Your Majesty, do you mean that the First Prince might do something to the Fifth Prince?"
Yan Tiannan smiled bitterly. "Although you hadn't come to the palace when I ascended the throne, you should have heard how I inherited the throne. In order to control the power of the country, even if it was my own brother, I wouldn't do anything to him. Alright, you should go quickly. If you delay, there will be changes. I think it's time for the boss to take action. "
"Your Majesty, the Seventh Prince requests an audience. He even specially brought a doctor to treat you. "The chief eunuch's voice came from outside the door.
Yan Tiannan's face revealed a faint smile. In his anxiety, only his Seventh Son could make him feel a little more at ease. Ever since Yan Feng and Xue Po's daughter Xue Yu got engaged, Yan Feng came to the palace almost every day to visit Yan Tiannan. Although he didn't speak much, Yan Tiannan could see that his son cared for him from the bottom of his heart. What made Yan Tiannan most gratified was that this son, who was once the least important to him, had never asked for anything from him. Every time he came, he would only accompany him for a period of time in Silence before leaving quietly. Occasionally, they would talk a little, but his voice was still as cold as usual. Yan Tiannan suddenly realized that the one who had always stayed by his side as the ruler was actually this son of his.
Yan Tiannan gave Rudolph a look and said, "Let him in."
Rudolph respectfully bowed to Yan Tiannan before leaving. He had already acted according to Yan Tiannan's orders.
The door opened again. Yan Feng walked in with a young man in grey clothes. Yan Tiannan smiled and said, "Feng 'er, why are you here again? Don't you want to spend more time with your future wife? It's a pity that father's health can't take it anymore. Otherwise, I would definitely preside over your wedding. "
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