Chapter 8: The News from Queen Ximen
You are truly bold
Greetings, Your Highness the Crown Prince
Queen Ximen entered, and before Liu Xu could speak, she hurriedly said something. After finishing her words, she noticed the blood on Liu Xu and immediately felt that something was amiss
Upon entering the inner hall, what caught Liu Xu's eye was the dazzling gold, with numerous gold and jewelry pieces displayed openly in the inner hall; however, there were no medicinal materials, as they had likely been used by Hong Sheng
Seeing that no one spoke, Liu Xu said coldly, that mercy towards the enemy is a lack of responsibility for one's own life
Liu Xuping said flatly, his words reaching the ears of the Western Gate Palace like a muffled thunderclap, must it be so understated
Mother, I do not need it! I still have a secret weapon! No matter how many second-rate generals come, I am confident I can defeat them! Even first-rate generals cannot do anything to me!
A glimmer of coldness flashed in Liu Xu's eyes, indicating that many powerful forces intended to eliminate him in secret. The Ximen Empress said little more, treating it as a secret weapon accumulated by the Xuan-level force, the Divine Martial Sect, and then engaged in a few casual conversations.
Zhou Cang handed them over to the Dali Temple, stating that they were suspected of poisoning the Crown Prince! Once the Dali Temple verifies who administered the poison, you shall bring people to unearth the ancestral records of that individual for eighteen generations and display them in public for three days
Liu Xu's expression became somewhat complicated; the original owner's mother resembled his mother from his previous life. He struggled internally, and upon seeing her face, a wave of longing surged within him.
My lord! Upon seeing Liu Xu's arrival, Zhou Cang, clad in armor, cupped his hands in salute. His body was stained with blood, clearly indicating that he had encountered obstacles while subduing a thousand guards
The remaining individuals looked at Liu Xu with eyes full of fear, as killing was merely a matter of striking the head; Liu Xu had even pursued the lineage back to the eighteenth generation, which was truly terrifying
Three minutes passed once again, yet no one stepped forward to acknowledge it; everyone remained trembling, filled with fear and unease
Hmm? Who is it? Xu'er, you tell Mother, and Mother will surely make a decision for you!" The Empress Ximen's expression darkened, as someone had already taken action against the Crown Prince.
Your Highness! The Empress has arrived!" After finishing her tasks and just returning to the inner hall, Qiuqin hurriedly came in to say.
Fortunately! Your grandfather and I, along with a few uncles, worked hard to maneuver through the situation, thus preserving your position as the crown prince. However, while it is easy to defend against open attacks, it is difficult to guard against hidden ones. These two are your grandfather's trusted guards, temporarily ensuring your safety
Currently, the system automatically selects that one day in the water sphere is equivalent to one hundred days in the Divine Martial Continent. When returning to the water sphere, it remains unchanged that one day in the water sphere equals one day in the Divine Martial Continent
Infinite Evolution System, level changed to: Third-rate General, a glance swept over, looking towards the third system.
Five or six eunuchs and about ten chefs did not admit to anything, which shows that they were all holding onto a sense of luck
My lord! The group from the kitchen has already been sent to the Dali Temple! Half an hour later, Zhou Cang returned and bowed in reverence.
A warm current surged in Liu Xu's heart, stirring some emotions. He became even more interested in the upcoming conflict, secretly taking action, which was nothing less than an assassination.
That is merely a second-rate general
Queen Ximen first felt pleased, but then said with a serious expression, the struggle for the crown prince involves too much, and a single misstep could lead to irreparable consequences
The Queen of Ximen then departed; as a person of royal status, she could not linger in one place for long. She came in haste and left in haste, solely to protect him
Waiting for Zhou Cang to return, standing still and observing the system interface, the Super Summoning System still has no tasks released
I shall not say much! Who prepared the medicinal soup for me three days ago? Who added the deadly poison into it?
Unable to find what he was looking for, Liu Xu felt quite disappointed. He turned and walked towards the kitchen, feeling somewhat restless until he could uncover who had poisoned him
Upon hearing Liu Xu's words, five or six eunuchs and over a dozen chefs erupted in an uproar, as the murder of the crown prince is indeed a grave crime, sufficient to warrant the extermination of nine clans
The following lines appear in small text, Time Selection, Option 1: One day in the Water Ball equals one day in the Divine Martial Continent, Option 2: One day in the Water Ball equals ten days in the Divine Martial Continent, Option 3: One day in the Water Ball equals one hundred days in the Divine Martial Continent
Zhou Cang replaced many generals to express gratitude to the lord! Zhou Cang's eyes flashed with a hint of emotion as he knelt and said, the system only required Zhou Cang to be completely loyal to Liu Xu
In the world of water polo, where money reigns supreme, anything can be accomplished as long as one has money and connections
Liu Xu signaled for Zhou Cang and several other guards to rise, directly getting to the point, and coldly stated, casting a piercing glance at the numerous eunuchs and chefs.
Hush!
Liu Xu reiterated that the internal strife in the Eastern Palace has temporarily settled. Since the Empress Dowager has sent someone to report that there is an assassination attempt, the news must certainly be true, and it is evident that the information has been received.
Mother! It is nothing but dealing with some clowns!" Liu Xu hesitated for a moment before speaking, calling out "Mother" as he was afraid of hurting the other party's feelings
"Yes! I will obey!" Zhou Cang replied in response, showing no resistance to Liu Xu's command, demonstrating absolute obedience
Having only Zhou Cang is not enough! It seems that I need to prepare some things with the water ball!
Indeed! Not bad! You have handled this well! Zhou Cang, go to the storeroom and fetch some silver to reward everyone! Liu Xu gradually adapted to the mindset of those in power, where rewards and punishments are clearly defined
He did not move himself; his task was naturally to raid the house. As Hong Sheng had served for many years, he must have quite a collection. He walked towards the inner hall at the back.
The surrounding guards all bowed respectfully, their expressions filled with reverence as they looked at Liu Xu, their eyes reflecting a lingering sense of trepidation deep within.
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Nothing of concern! It is merely some offerings within the palace, which I, the son, have already removed! As for the guards, I do not require them, as I have subdued a second-rate martial general who is currently in the palace
Good! However, Xu Er, you must keep these two generals! Once they take action, the dispatched generals will certainly not be weak! And there will not be just one!
It did not deprive Zhou Cang of his experiences and character; it merely changed his lord.
This king offers him the best opportunity! Only kill him, and do not hold his family accountable!" After waiting for five minutes, with no one stepping forward, Liu Xu spoke again
Xu Er! What is this?" The Queen of Ximen continuously scrutinized Liu Xu, fearing that he might be injured, and asked anxiously.
Zhou Cang, you hold the royal token of this king, and along with Yang Peng, subdue the one thousand guards in the Eastern Palace! Then seal off the kitchen and thoroughly investigate who has poisoned this king!" After the battle, Liu Xu spoke decisively.
When Liu Xu arrived at the kitchen, it was already firmly sealed off by a thousand guards, with Zhou Cang wielding a Guan Gong's broadsword, exuding an imposing presence
"Xu Er! How could you be so reckless as to throw out so many princes! Do you not realize the great trouble you have caused! Numerous ministers are presenting your crimes before His Majesty!" After Qiuqin finished speaking, Empress Ximen hurried over, followed by six palace maids and two middle-aged men holding long spears
"Bingyu! Chunyu! You are to go to the palace of Hongsheng and bring back about ten gold bricks!" After understanding this, Liu Xu began to prepare the supplies
Hmm! Zhou Cang, you take people to thoroughly search the gold and silver in the inner hall of Hong Sheng, as well as the residences of the six commanders! Additionally, you will personally guard my residence; without my command, no one is allowed to enter!