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In a dilapidated courtyard, graves stood silently. In front of a grave, Mei Ziling knelt with bowed head, silently gazing at the tombstone. His body leaned forward slightly, hands clasped together, devoutly kowtowing three times. Each bow seemed to express the deepest respect and longing for the departed. The surrounding air also seemed to become heavy, with only a gentle breeze brushing through, lifting the corners of his clothes.
Slowly reaching out his hand, gently caressing the name on the tombstone, as if feeling the presence of the departed. His eyes revealed an endless sorrow and longing, as if engaging in a silent conversation with the deceased. After the worship, he stood quietly in front of the grave, his thoughts gradually drifting away.
It feels like going back to the good old days, those warm memories surged into his heart like a tide, letting him immerse in them.
"Stepfather, Ziling did not disappoint, and found stepmother, her soul returned to her hometown, resting in peace. Rest in peace, both of you."
"You do have feelings for her. In the eyes of others, as a father, I am not as good as a stranger."
At this moment, behind Mei Ziling, a tall and dignified middle-aged man stood with his hands behind his back. His voice was deep and powerful, and he was draped in a dragon robe, emitting a mysterious aura. His eyes were bright and profound, as if they could see through everything.
"Mei Ziling, rise and salute. I have seen emperor Xie, and I hope for your forgiveness for not knowing that emperor Xie has arrived."
"I came to kill you, but seeing your deep sense of loyalty and righteousness, I, the emperor, cannot help but waver. I am considering whether to let you go."
" emperor Xie laughed and said, 'If I truly had murderous intentions, why would I bother hiding near the Tennin Institute?' Furthermore, even if emperor Xie did have such intentions, he would need to consider the situation in the Southern Borders."
"That's not entirely unreasonable," just replied. "But why do you assume that the future of the Southern Borders would be a difficult problem in my eyes?"
Mei Ziling was suddenly shaken, feeling an extremely strong sense of murderous intent, as if the surrounding space itself was beginning to distort and warp.
Only saw emperor Xie's palm flipping, and the rolling sword energy swept towards Mei Ziling like raging waves. In that instant, it felt as if the entire soul was frozen, and the body was stiff and unable to move.
"Drip!"
A drop of water quietly fell on the shoulder, and the almost stagnant space regained its flow in that instant.
Mei Ziling subconsciously touched her left cheek and felt a warmth, realizing that there was a bloodstain on her face. The sword energy just now contained killing intent but not the intention to kill.
"It seems you are indeed a talent. You know that I won't kill you, so why did you still make this move with your sword?"
"Ziling guessed right. It seems I was right. Thank you for sparing me, emperor Xie."
What a good guess. Do you know that the Fu Sang kingdom has issued a decree, ordering you to Reconstruction of the Drill Ground, and granting you a first-class title. There is also a secret edict, to be personally delivered by the sixth prince Liu Jingzhi. I suspect it should be related to you.
"Emperor Xie since you understand, why bother to test me again. That secret edict is not only related to me, but also to Emperor Xie, to be precise, it is related to the kings."
"You have long anticipated today, at such a young age, your thoughts are far beyond ordinary people. I am not sure whether keeping you is right or wrong."
"Emperor Xie is worried that I will threaten the Xie family's dominant position in the Southern Borders in the future, but there is no need for that. I have no interest in your distinctions of honor and inferiority."
"Did the emperor say that?"
The lord of Fu Sang must have been conferred because the Xie family is dominant in the Southern Borders, with extensive influence, and even has the power to shake the Fu Sang royal family. "This time, the Tennin Institute delegation, with Emperor Xie personally present, inevitably leads to many associations."
"You're right, the royal family of a different surname is ultimately different, and those not of our clan will have different intentions. Liu Jingxuen doesn't have the broad-mindedness of the ancestors of the Liu family. My son died tragically, and he feigned ignorance for three years. From this, it can be seen that he is dissatisfied with the Xie family." Does he really think that I, the emperor, am afraid of him?
Emperor Xie is naturally not afraid, but the Southern Borders is ultimately a small place. If it weren't for the foolishness of the kings, the ruler of Fu Sang wouldn't have found an opportunity.
Do the kings have to die? Even if they are at fault, he is still my son. As a father, I can't bear it in my heart, but as Emperor Xie, I can't turn a blind eye."
" emperor Xie If you are unwilling, no one in this world can move the kings, but my stepfather cannot die in vain. The 300-plus people in the Recruitment Office cannot become wandering spirits. I hope emperor Xie can give them justice."
"Come with me. I will take you to a place. As for the kings, once that secret decree arrives, it will be his time to die. Liu Jingxuen made me lose two sons in three years. If I don't avenge this enmity, I vow not to be human."
Bi Kong Cultivator, traveling across the sky, covering a thousand miles in one step, but once entering the divine state, distance loses its meaning within a certain spatial range. "Mei Ziling couldn't help but sigh, the path of Dao, one realm is like a heavenly moat."
In the Southern Borders Xie Imperial Palace, it is said to have been taken by the ancestors of the Fu Sang royal family. They were good friends with the ancestors of the Xie family, and together they achieved enlightenment, established the Fu Sang divine kingdom, and named the Fortified city palace the Fu Sang Temple, while the Xie Imperial Palace was named the Southern Borders Heavenly Mansion.
"Today is the royal banquet, Mr. Ziling won't take offense, will he?" Emperor Xie joked, showing a few less layers of sophistication compared to just now.
" emperor Xie Nonsense, just as an outsider, it's inevitable to attract criticism. If this were to spread to Fortified city, that person would be worried."
"Don't worry about it. If they want to find fault, they'll find a way. Sooner or later, there will be a falling out. I heard you have a close relationship with Princess Chang. When the Recruitment Office incident happened, that little girl cried for days. It was really unfair of you not to visit her before going to Tennin Institute this time."
"We do have some relationship, but we're not very close."
"Your words are a bit hurtful. Teachers' banquet is something I grew up watching. She is a kind girl. Find a chance to go and see for yourself."
" emperor Xie, today is not just a simple family banquet, right?"
"It's just a family banquet. Mr. Ziling knows the reputation of Tianfu."
"I have heard a little about it. It is said that the Heavenly Treasury is a precious artifact from the mysterious and unfathomable Bronze Ruins. Throughout history, anything related to that place has never been ordinary."
"You are right, but it's not just a legend. It is indeed a rare treasure, and it is also a rare Sun-Moon Companion, brought out of the Bronze Ruins by my Xie ancestors. The true inheritance of our Xie family also originates from this."
From a distance, the Heavenly Treasury appears like a towering giant city, perched on a majestic mountain peak. It is surrounded by five lush green mountains, as if a giant hand is holding up this unparalleled ancient city. Bridges connecting to the sky extend in all four directions, creating a magnificent and breathtaking sight.
The city gate is built of huge stone blocks, carefully carved with various ancient and mysterious patterns, including mythological stories of the creation of the world, the Great Heavenly Venerable tasting all kinds of herbs for immortality, and the Mother Empress creating humanity. This gives Tianfu a sacred and solemn atmosphere.
emperor Xie's descendants, the clan members have been waiting for a long time, standing straight on both sides of the city gate, not moving at all. Only a twelve or thirteen-year-old child is sitting on the ground, propping up his head. He looks towards the bridge from time to time, complaining, "Why hasn't Grandpa come yet? It's been two hours."
Mei Ziling saw this scene and couldn't help but sigh, thinking that it's too much trouble to have a meal, and regretting coming.
Everyone knelt down and paid their respects to Emperor Xie. Especially the kings, whose voices were louder than anyone else's, yet they did not realize they were already doomed.
When Mei Ziling arrived with Emperor Xie, the kings had an uncertain expression. They had lost face that day, and now seeing Emperor Xie and Mei Ziling chatting and laughing, they couldn't help but feel resentful.
"Grandfather, you finally came. We're all starving," complained the boy weakly, showing a very close relationship.
" emperor Xie smiled indulgently and asked, 'Guanyu, have you been slacking off in your studies these days?'
'No, I've been working hard,' Guanyu replied. He then turned to look at Mei Ziling and asked, 'Grandfather, who is this brother?'
'From today, he is your teacher. You should respect him as you respect me,' Grandfather replied."
When this was said, the crowd was in an uproar, especially the kings, who quickly jumped out and shouted that it was inappropriate. "Father, Ziling is the third brother's adopted son and the teacher of Guanyu. Isn't this a violation of seniority?"
At this time, a burly man stepped forward, who was none other than emperor Xie's eldest son, the Overlord. He said, "Mr. Ziling is highly esteemed in the Southern Borders and throughout the entire divine kingdom, excelling in both literary and military arts. It couldn't be more appropriate for him to be Guanyu's teacher."
Elder brother, everyone says you only rely on brute force, but now it seems that they don't understand people. In this regard, you surpass the kings several times over.
"kings His face was pale, kneeling on the ground and dare not speak."
"Mei Ziling Eating by himself, calling him to come over, it's all for this. At least ask for his opinion."
"Mr. Ziling, what do you think of Guan Yu?"
"He is a very good child, extremely talented, and has unlimited potential for the future."
Xie Guanyu got up and knelt in front of Mei Ziling, shouting, "Student pays respect to the teacher."
Emperor Xie smiled. Since Mr. Ziling has said he is good, then let it be so. By this imperial decree, the eldest grandson Xie Guanyu, who is intelligent and kind, is appointed as the Crown Prince and will soon move to the Eastern Palace.
"The crowd fell silent, then immediately knelt down and kowtowed, paying respects to the Crown Prince."
Only the kings sat on the ground in a daze, their eyes full of resentment. After years of hard work, it all came to nothing. Emperor Xie bypassed them and chose Xie Guanyu as the heir, how could they accept this?
At this moment, horns sounded outside the city. Mei Ziling's spiritual awareness expanded, and she sneered inwardly. Even at the brink of death, they still think about the position of the Crown Prince.
"Mei Ziling received the decree, but even after the eunuch called three times, there was no response from Mei Ziling."
"Someone, bring the Sixth Prince here," ordered emperor Xie.
Guided by the eunuchs in the palace, the Sixth Prince Liu Jingzhi arrived in front of emperor Xie.
Liu Jingzhi looked at Mei Ziling and smiled, saying, "Uncle, I believe this is Mr. Ziling in front of us. Truly remarkable."
"Jingzhi, this is indeed Mr. Ziling. Have you had dinner yet? Let's dine together."
"My father highly regards Mr. Ziling and has personally instructed me to deliver the decree, so I have been a bit abrupt."
"No problem, just treat it as your own home. Mr. Ziling is now both a teacher and a member of the family."
"Congratulations on Mr. Ziling taking on disciples."
"The Sixth Prince personally issued the decree, Ziling didn't react in time, please forgive him."
Mr. Ziling Where did you hear that? The princess has always admired you. This time, in addition to delivering the decree, I also bring a few words from the princess to you. In just one month, it will be the time when the stars shine. When you arrive at Fortified city, don't forget about the princess.
"Jingzhi, I just advised Mr. Ziling as well. You can rest assured about this. They are a perfect match, a match made in heaven. He is destined to be the princess's brother-in-law."
"Uncle, your words are reasonable. Being in the royal family, if they can be mutually in love, it's better than ending up as a pawn in a political marriage, and ultimately having an unhappy ending."
"You're overthinking it. Mr. Ziling, just relax."
"Emperor Xie likes to joke around. The Sixth Prince, don't take it seriously. My relationship with Princess Chang is purely platonic, not romantic."
"I understand, I heard the same from Princess Chang."
"Jingzhi, Your Majesty, what is the purpose of this decree? It is unnecessary for the prince to deliver the decree in person, considering the long journey."
Your Majesty has heard about Mr. Ziling's close relationship with the princess and cannot bear to see her suffer from lovesickness alone. This has led to the decision to confer a title upon him. Now that Mr. Ziling holds a high-ranking title, he can marry the princess, resolving their emotional entanglement and creating a beautiful story. Isn't this wonderful?
Since Your Highness is aware of my close relationship with Princess Chang, you must also know that I killed Third Prince. The crime of killing a prince is not trivial and could lead to the extermination of my entire family. Your Highness's Second elder brother died at my hands, creating an enmity that will last for eternity.
Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent, and the air became eerily quiet. Upon hearing this, Liu Jingzhi's expression changed slightly, but quickly returned to normal. He smiled and said, "Mr. Ziling, you are mistaken. Plotting against the royal family is a capital offense. Killing Second Elder Brother is not a crime, but a meritorious act." "Mr. Ziling, today is a royal banquet, please give me some face and do not bring up these matters. Jingzhi, what other matters do you have on this trip? As loyal subjects, we should also share the worries of His Majesty."
Your Majesty has issued a secret decree. As a prince, it is my duty to announce it. just This decree may put uncle in a difficult position, but there is still room for maneuver. Your Majesty has instructed that if uncle does not wish to know, then it shall be as if this secret decree was never issued.
"We are all family, there's no need to be difficult. Just say it."
Yes, we are all family, so there's no need to hide anything. kings has decreed that in the case of the destruction of the Recruitment Office, you and Third Prince Liu Zuishi conspired to assassinate the king and seize power, resulting in the deaths of General An invited Mr. and Mrs. Xie and over three hundred others. This crime is punishable by death. Now that Liu Zuishi has been executed, and considering your royal status, you are spared from public execution. Instead, a decree has been issued for you to take your own life with a sword.
kings knelt on the ground, stuttering and unable to speak for a long time, the fear of death spread to the bottom of his heart, even his pants were wet, constantly kowtowing, "It's not my fault, my third brother's death has nothing to do with me. Father, I don't want to die."
Emperor Xie turned away, waved his hand, "kings, you are a descendant of the Xie family, act like a man, don't make things difficult for Jingzhi, or for the Xie family. Your third brother has been waiting for you below for three years, it's time to go down and plead guilty."
Mei Ziling thought to himself, "The true intention of the drunken man is not in the wine. Liu Jingzhi is indeed a formidable opponent if he becomes an enemy in the future."
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