Immortal Dynasty Hounds

Chapter 123 Filial Piety and Kind Father, Kuangshan's Struggle

“Young Master Xin, before I left the capital, His Majesty specifically instructed me to tell you that for the sake of all living beings, you must find Kuanglu.”

After putting away the imperial edict, Eunuch Wang relayed the message again, making Lian Shanxin realize the importance of the matter.

Lian Shanxin was somewhat dazed: "Does it really belong to me to say the words 'all living beings under heaven'?"

Eunuch Wang said in a serious tone, "The strange events at Kuangshan are related to the ownership of the immortal artifact. Young Master Xin is now carrying the hopes of the world and is certainly qualified to judge the lives of all people."

Young Master Xin replied uncertainly, "Is it possible that the common people don't actually care about Kuangshan at all? They only care about whether they can have enough to eat. How many ambitious people in the world use your name as a pretext?"

"Bold."

Zhang Aniu couldn't stand it anymore and stepped forward to reprimand him, "Xiao Xin, what nonsense are you spouting?"

Lian Shanxin knew that Zhang Aniu was actually protecting him, fearing that he would be retaliated against by Emperor Yongchang for saying the wrong thing.

However, at this time, Lian Shanxin did not have much respect for the number one leader; on the contrary, he harbored a subtle resentment towards him.

So he did not restrain his temper and deliberately said, "In the name of all the people, you send others to their deaths to satisfy your own personal desires. Your Majesty is indeed a sage ruler for all ages."

"Xiao Xin, you..."

Zhang Aniu's head was buzzing. He never expected that Lian Shanxin would pull such a big stunt for him right in front of Eunuch Wang.

However, to Zhang Aniu's surprise, upon hearing Lian Shanxin's treasonous complaints, Eunuch Wang smiled slightly and pretended to be deaf and dumb: "Young Master Xin, accept the decree."

Zhang Aniu: "..."

He was a little confused.

Emperor Yongchang was indeed good-tempered and good at accepting advice, but that did not mean he could accept such a rebellious act.

Accepting advice is a sham, and stating the facts is wrong of you.

Zhang Aniu thought Lian Shanxin was deliberately complaining and giving up on himself, but Wang Gonggong, Emperor Yongchang's right-hand man, acted as if he hadn't heard a word.

Eunuch Wang's reaction made Lian Shanxin realize that Eunuch Wang, as a close associate of Emperor Yongchang, already knew about his background.

Emperor Yongchang, knowing full well that he was his son, still chose to send him on a perilous adventure with a slim chance of survival.

Very good, he truly deserves to be a wise ruler, he is a good emperor indeed.

Lian Shanxin wasn't being sarcastic; he was serious.

To be a good emperor, one must be ruthless and cold-blooded, even towards one's own son; when faced with interests and the greater good, one must be willing to give up what needs to be given.

A mother-in-law who is indecisive and hesitant will not accomplish great things.

In this respect, Emperor Yongchang was absolutely outstanding.

However, understanding Lian Shanxin is one thing, accepting it is another.

As someone who is typically swayed by gentle persuasion but not by force, he has completely exhausted the path of being the top influencer.

"Eunuch Wang, I have received the imperial decree. When you return to the capital to report, I hope you can pass on a message to His Majesty."

"Please speak, Young Master Xin."

"A ruler chooses his ministers, and ministers choose their rulers. I am of the chosen lineage, and I will repay His Majesty's kindness to his son."

A naked threat.

This was yet another sentence that made Zhang Aniu uneasy.

How dare you, a mere lackey, speak to His Majesty in such a manner?
But Grandpa Wang still had a smile on his face.

He looks like he's seen a lot in life.

That’s true.

Having survived the Xuanwu Gate Incident, how could the Inner Minister possibly hold a grudge against Lian Shanxin for such a small matter?

On the contrary, based on Lian Shanxin's "fierce reaction," he realized that His Majesty's judgment of Lian Shanxin was correct.

Eunuch Wang couldn't help but recall his conversation with Emperor Yongchang before he left the palace.

"Old Wang, after you go to Jiangzhou and meet Xin'er, pay attention to his reaction. If he calmly bows and accepts the order, then there's no need to say anything more."

At that time, Eunuch Wang asked, "What if Young Master Xin reacts strongly?"

"That means he already has some idea about his origins. After all, he is my son, and my blood flows in his veins. With the blood of an immortal and the blood of a dragon, it's normal for my son to be incredibly talented."

Emperor Yongchang was inexplicably confident in this regard.

However, Eunuch Wang did not object to this.

As the Grand Chancellor, he knew all too well how extraordinary Emperor Yongchang was, especially when it came to women; Emperor Yongchang was the most formidable man he had ever met.

Apart from Xie Tianxia, ​​Eunuch Wang had never seen a woman in this world that Emperor Yongchang couldn't handle.

"The Candlelight Pavilion praises Xin'er as 'Heavenly Eye.' Having roamed the martial world, I know the value of a nickname. There are no wrong nicknames, only wrong names. The fact that even the Candlelight Pavilion praises Xin'er so highly shows that he truly has eyes that can see through people's hearts. Combined with his style of doing things, he must be an extremely intelligent, extremely perceptive, and extremely ruthless person."

When Emperor Yongchang finished speaking, Eunuch Wang dared not respond.

"I've always suspected that he already knows his origins and has mastered the Dragon-Slaying Intent. But I have no way to investigate. Old Wang, can you understand me?"

Eunuch Wang nodded: "Of course I understand, Your Majesty. You are also a father. Both your children are your flesh and blood; the hearts of parents are always the same."

Emperor Yongchang was somewhat moved: "Old Wang, although you have no children, you truly understand me."

Eunuch Wang: "..."

I was trying to comfort you, and you stabbed me in the back. Isn't that going too far?

Emperor Yongchang did not press the matter further. He sighed softly, "If Xin'er knew about his origins, he would surely resent me for entrusting him with such an important task."

Eunuch Wang said softly, "Your Majesty, this is only human nature and can be understood."

"I understand, but there are many things I cannot have the best of both worlds. I have to do what I understand, and I have to do what I don't understand. I'm just worried that Xin'er is still young and impetuous, and he might deliberately retaliate against me. He might even disrupt the entire Kuangshan plan, ultimately affecting the stability of the court and the well-being of the people."

After thinking for a moment, Eunuch Wang said fairly, "Your Majesty, given Young Master Xin's age, it is quite normal for him to have such a reaction."

“I know it’s normal, but I can’t let him do that. So, I’m sending you to Jiangzhou. Old Wang, you must make Xin’er understand my good intentions. Most importantly, make Xin’er understand my expectations and entrustment to him, as well as my deepest feelings of making amends to him.”

Eunuch Wang asked cautiously, "How can I make Prince Xin understand His Majesty's good intentions?"

Tell Xin'er everything.

"everything?"

"Yes, everything. The legacy of Yu the Great has been passed down for thousands of years. The time left for me and for Yu the Great is running out. I cannot waste my energy on the suspicion between father and son. I hope that Xin'er can make great contributions and become an unparalleled national hero who can save the day."

Eunuch Wang bowed and said, "Your Majesty is wise."

To be fair, when Eunuch Wang praised Emperor Yongchang for his wisdom, it was just polite talk.

Seeing Lian Shanxin's reaction, Eunuch Wang realized that Emperor Yongchang was indeed wise.

"Everyone else, please step back. I have something to say to Young Master Xin in private," said Eunuch Wang.

A moment later, everyone dispersed.

However, many people stared at Lian Shanxin with admonishing or reminding eyes before leaving, fearing that he would continue to act recklessly.

These people are overthinking it.

Lianshan Xin is not muddleheaded at all.

He simply recognized his own importance at that moment.

If you don't flaunt your status and ask for benefits when you are at your most valuable, then you deserve to be treated like a slave for the rest of your life.

Lianshan Xin didn't want to be treated like a beast of burden.

He also realized the importance of his ecological niche at this time.

So, right now, we need to pay more!

He has the confidence to throw a tantrum.

A mere imperial edict can command the heavens and the mountains.

Princess Xin could not be persuaded by Yu the Great.

Judging from Eunuch Wang's reaction, Emperor Yongchang was also prepared to increase the price—provided that Lianshan Xin himself would fight for it.

Benefits are always obtained through competition and scrambling.

After everyone had left, Eunuch Wang slowly spoke: "Young Master Xin, what I'm about to say is for you to hear. Once we leave this room, I won't admit to a single word. Do you understand?"

Lian Shanxin nodded: "Please give me your guidance, Eunuch Wang."

"I believe you already know that you are not an ordinary citizen; you are a prince born outside the palace to His Majesty."

Eunuch Wang kept a close eye on Lian Shanxian.

He discovered that after he exposed this shocking secret, Lian Shanxin's qi and blood remained completely unaffected.

This shows that Lian Shanxin did indeed know this secret long ago, which is why he was so calm.

"Now that you know your own background, you will naturally harbor resentment towards His Majesty. With Kuangshan in crisis and His Majesty assigning you full authority to handle it, you will probably think His Majesty is even more heartless."

Lian Shanxin feigned a cold laugh: "Isn't that so?"

"Yes."

Grandpa Wang shrugged.

His honesty surprised even Lian Shanxin.

Instead, Eunuch Wang laughed: "His Majesty is a sage ruler, and sage rulers are always cold-blooded and ruthless. Although you, Prince Xin, are a prince, you are still just one person. His Majesty's heart is filled with the nineteen provinces of Yu the Great. If His Majesty is too affectionate towards you, he will be truly ruthless towards the people of the world. Prince Xin, at this moment, you are the most suitable person to handle the affairs of Kuangshan. His Majesty has made the best choice, and you should understand His Majesty."

"Why should I understand him?" Lian Shanxin asked rhetorically.

"Because Young Master Xin is not risking his life for His Majesty, nor for the sake of the common people, but for his own sake. Young Master Xin, there are many things you don't know. You must understand that His Majesty feels indebted to you. He is trying to make it up to you. Within Kuangshan, there are not only risks, but also tremendous opportunities, even one that can be described as a destiny to immortality."

Eunuch Wang informed Lian Shanxin of the news about the fragments of the immortal artifact.

Lian Shanxin was indeed moved.

This was indeed a secret he didn't know.

Many secrets are like this; they remain unknown to those below them for a lifetime until they reach a certain level.

“Young Master Xin, His Majesty told me personally that if I have the opportunity to refine the Kuang Furnace and control the Kuangshan Secret Realm, I should act decisively and not care about anyone, including immortals.”

As soon as Eunuch Wang finished speaking, Lian Shanxin was moved once again.

"Isn't Your Majesty afraid that after I refine the Kuang Furnace and take control of the Kuangshan Secret Realm, it will become the next Lingshan or Dao Court?"

Eunuch Wang smiled and said, "His Majesty's exact words were—'If Xin'er can control Kuangshan, the Crown Prince will be his!'"

The confidence of Lianshan surged.

At that moment, he truly believed that Emperor Yongchang could keep his word.

After all, from Emperor Yongchang's perspective, if his son could become a living Buddha or a Taoist master-level immortal, what was wrong with passing the throne to his son?

Unfortunately, the cake was too big, and Princess Xin knew she couldn't eat it.

Without rigorous vetting and inclusion in the family genealogy, Princess Xin, with her naturally alluring nature, would be recognized as Emperor Yongchang's son.

If it comes to a change of the throne, whether it's Emperor Yongchang or the Imperial Clan Court, they will definitely verify his bloodline again.

At that time, there will be no chance of passing off inferior goods as superior ones.

Lian Shanxin would not take the succession to the throne of Yu the Great as a joke; he was absolutely certain that the royal family had a way to verify that he was an imposter.

Therefore, he can just be a princess in the wild.

Once he's officially hired, he'll be exposed to up to 90% of the risks.

“Young Master Xin, you really should try to understand His Majesty a little more. You don’t know how difficult it is for him,” Eunuch Wang sighed softly.

Lian Shanxin complained, "You, a eunuch who has lost your second brother, are not worried about your physical disability, but are starting to worry about your master who rules the world. Eunuch Wang, you are truly dedicated to your duty."

Princess Xin's blunt and sarcastic remarks almost broke Eunuch Wang's composure.

He was not Emperor Yongchang after all, and he could not accept such hurtful words with pleasure.

However, after taking a deep breath, and thinking that it was normal for Young Master Xin to be filled with resentment after all these years of wandering, Eunuch Wang decided to endure it.

After all, Young Master Xin is His Majesty's bloodline and Xie Tianxia's disciple.

How could he be angry with Xie Tianxia's apprentice?
"Young Master Xin, you are unaware of the truth. His Majesty is currently facing a critical juncture of life and death. Even our Great Yu is now teetering on the brink of collapse."

Lian Shanxin frowned slightly.

He had heard this from both Thousand Faces and Bone-Scraping Knife.

But to be honest, he still doesn't feel that Yu the Great is in such danger.

"How will you teach me, Father-in-law?"

Following Emperor Yongchang's decree, Eunuch Wang confided in Princess Xin: "When Yu the Great established the country, a diviner skilled in divination foretold that a great calamity would occur every five hundred years. If we couldn't overcome it, the dynasty would change. If we could overcome it, we could borrow another five hundred years from Heaven."

Lian Shanxin pondered for a moment: "I remember five hundred years ago, there was an empress during the reign of Emperor Yu?" "Yes, an empress who wanted to establish a new Nine Heavens. At that time, the war in the Nineteen Provinces almost reignited." Eunuch Wang revealed another guess that the outside world had already guessed, but which was confirmed by him: "If it weren't for the intervention of the Immortal Ancestor, Emperor Yu would have died five hundred years ago."

"Does the royal family have an immortal ancestor?"

"Originally, there was one, but he died in battle five hundred years ago. There were also immortals supporting that empress. In short, at that time, Yu the Great was already in the most dangerous moment after establishing his country. Fortunately, the immortal ancestor and the immortals behind the empress perished together, otherwise Yu the Great would not have had the five hundred years of national fortune."

Lian Shanxin nodded slowly.

Although this secret is quite significant, even if Eunuch Wang hadn't revealed it, Lian Shanxin himself would have guessed it to be roughly the same.

“Now, another five hundred years have passed.” Eunuch Wang sighed. “According to what the immortal said, in fact, after two hundred years, a dynasty would accumulate many problems that are difficult to deal with. It’s just that because the immortal is suppressing the national fortune, the time can be extended to five hundred years. But after five hundred years, even with the immortal’s great power, it will be difficult to suppress all the problems.”

Lian Shanxin continued to nod.

He agrees with this theory.

The historical cycle can be defied, provided there is absolute power to suppress it.

However, the longer the time, the easier it is for quantitative changes to lead to qualitative changes.

The deities behind Yu the Great seem to have limits in both strength and lifespan.

Eunuch Wang said the same thing: "Five hundred years have passed, and the problems of Yu the Great have increased, while the power of the immortals has weakened. In fact, their time is almost up. Kuangshan may very well be the turning point in the fate of Yu the Great's kingdom, and His Majesty has entrusted this matter entirely to you. Young Master Xin, do you understand His Majesty's high regard for you? And even His Majesty's implicit intention to entrust the country to you?"

Lian Shanxin did indeed sense a part of it.

Seeing the deeply moved Grandpa Wang, Lianshan felt it was a pity.

I will try my best to enjoy this piece of Kuangshan Wonderland.

As for the crown prince, let's forget about him.

I've never seen a diner try so hard to become food.

As a dignified cultivator of the Dragon Subduing Sect, I would never be compatible with those below me.

……

The words are divided into two parts.

On Emperor Yongchang's side, a grand victory celebration banquet was just coming to an end.

The main character of the victory celebration banquet was kept behind by Emperor Yongchang.

"Xunyang, do not return to the Prince's residence today. Stay in the palace. I want to have a long talk with you by candlelight."

Xia Xunyang immediately stood up and thanked him, saying, "Your Majesty's favor is too great for me to bear."

Emperor Yongchang waved his hand: "You deserve it. My Xia family hasn't produced a top scholar in fifty years. If it weren't for your sudden emergence, Xunyang, with those good-for-nothing princes and princesses, I would have lost all face."

Xia Xunyang felt the envious, jealous, and hateful gazes of the other princes and princesses, and his heart was filled with three parts pleasure, three parts resentment, and four parts pain.

Emperor Yongchang's words were clearly putting him in a very difficult position.

The wood is beautiful in the forest, and the wind will destroy it.

For a prince like him, who was renowned throughout the land, to do that was practically courting death.

Xia Xunyang didn't want to be so high-profile.

It's perfectly fine to be content with second place.

Unfortunately, Lin Ruoshui quietly advanced to the Domain Realm and was removed from the Hidden Dragon Ranking.

He, who had always been second best, suddenly became the top of the hidden dragon list.

He is still the only member of the royal family to top the list of potential leaders in the past fifty years.

Xia Xunyang then began to sit on the wax.

Being too outstanding is a sin for the son of a prince.

But Emperor Yongchang deliberately added fuel to the fire.

"Your Highness, and all of you, should take Xunyang as your role model. Don't just focus on power struggles. The way Xunyang carved out his own path and dominated a generation is the true style of our royal bloodline."

Emperor Yongchang ignored the complicated thoughts of the others and forcefully made the decision: "I look at Xunyang, and then I look at you all. The more I look, the angrier I get. Alright, everyone disperse."

The princes and princesses all took their leave.

Before leaving, all sorts of complicated gazes were still focused on Xia Xunyang.

This made Xia Xunyang uneasy.

He would rather fight bloody battles in the martial world than attend such a scheming and treacherous palace banquet.

It's a pity, he had no choice but to come.

Today's banquet was specially hosted for him by Emperor Yongchang.

"Xunyang, do you now deeply resent me?" Emperor Yongchang asked with a smile.

Xia Xunyang quickly knelt down: "Your subject dares not."

"Get up, get up. You have no official position, so you don't need to address me as a subject. Besides, we, the Great Yu, have no tradition of kneeling. You don't need to be so reserved in front of me."

Emperor Yongchang displayed great magnanimity.

This perfectly matches the outside world's description of him as kind and benevolent.

But Xia Xunyang's thought was, "I don't believe you for a second."

Anyone who believes the emperor is a fool.

He's not stupid.

This time, however, Emperor Yongchang was serious.

"Walk with me for a while, I have something to tell you."

Xia Xunyang got up and followed Emperor Yongchang, listening to the emperor talk about Kuangshan.

After Emperor Yongchang finished speaking, Xia Xunyang volunteered: "Your Majesty, if all the high-level martial artists who enter Kuangshan are suppressed to the Grandmaster level, then I should be the most suitable person to enter Kuangshan. I was born into the royal family, and it is my duty to serve the court. Let me go."

"That is indeed what I meant. Among the Grandmasters, I believe you, Xunyang, are invincible. Even Lin Ruoshui should not be your match."

Upon hearing Emperor Yongchang's words, Xia Xunyang's heart tightened, and he immediately explained, "Your Majesty flatters me. Lin Ruoshui is exceptionally talented and is still slightly better than me."

"Is that so? Then why did you suppress yourself when you could have advanced to the Domain Realm two years ago?" Emperor Yongchang asked.

Xia Xunyang's heart tightened again.

How does Your Majesty even know this?

"Xunyang, you are your father's second child, and you've been used to being behind others since you were little. You feel uncomfortable if there's no one above you to keep you in check. Knowing how to conceal your strengths is both your strength and your weakness. Concealing your strengths is for the sake of revealing your true abilities later. Two years ago, you only lost by one move to Lin Ruoshui. Now tell me, did you lose on purpose, or was it because you were simply not strong enough?"

Emperor Yongchang's gaze fell on Xia Xunyang, putting immense pressure on him.

This pressure led Xia Xunyang to finally tell the truth: "I lost on purpose."

Emperor Yongchang's lips curled into a smile: "I guessed it was Lin Ruoshui. Of course, she is a genius, but Xunyang, you have royal blood, so how could you be any weaker than her? Moreover, you only lost by one move in half an hour. In my eyes, that is even more difficult than defeating Lin Ruoshui. You controlled the time and only lost by one move. Xunyang, you are both hiding your true strength and showing off."

Xia Xunyang blushed: "Your Majesty has keen eyes and saw through my little scheme at a glance."

"After all, you are still young, so how could you not have any competitive spirit? I was young once too, and I went through the same thing. It's just that when I was young, my strength was far inferior to yours."

"I dare not compare myself to His Majesty."

"There's nothing I wouldn't dare to do. A new generation surpasses the old. If you're better than me, I'll only be pleased."

Xia Xunyang thought to himself, "I don't believe you for a second."

"Don't you believe what I say?"

Xia Xunyang's heart skipped a beat.

Could this guy have telepathy?
"Don't worry, I don't have telepathy; that's something only demons possess."

Emperor Yongchang's casual remark sent a chill down Xia Xunyang's spine.

Could this old man really have telepathy?

Or am I just too inexperienced to hide anything from this old man?
"Your skills are too shallow right now; I can see right through you at a glance."

Xia Xunyang: "..."

Emperor Yongchang chuckled and continued with the main matter: "On the surface, I have entrusted the affairs of Kuangshan to Lian Shanxin, a rising star in the Nine Heavens. He has a pair of heavenly eyes and possesses the Heavenly Chosen Immortal Technique, making him the most suitable person to handle matters concerning Kuangshan."

Xia Xunyang nodded: "I have heard of the name of the Heavenly Eye. It can even see through the disguise of a thousand faces, which shows that it is quite capable. Your Majesty uses people without being bound by convention and only appoints people based on their talents. This is a blessing for our Great Yu."

"No need for flattery. Lianshan Xin is merely an arrangement I've made on the surface. Xunyang, you are my true trump card."

Xia Xunyang was stunned, his heart filled with turmoil.

Is he, the son of a prince, worthy of this trust?

"Are you thinking, why would I abandon my most loyal subjects and choose to place my bets on you, a mere prince's son?"

Xia Xunyang smiled wryly: "Nothing can escape His Majesty's discerning eyes."

"I trust you so much for a reason, and you will soon find out."

Emperor Yongchang stopped in his tracks.

At this moment, he arrived in front of a small building.

A small building inside the palace.

This was Xia Xunyang's first time setting foot in this place.

"Your Majesty, where is this..."

"Bai Mei Lou".

"Um... what is Bai Mei Lou?"

Xia Xunyang had never heard of this place before.

Emperor Yongchang patiently explained, “For every woman who has had an interaction with me and left a deep impression on me, I will personally make a portrait of her and post it in the Hundred Beauties Pavilion to show that I will never forget her.”

Xia Xunyang: "?"

He looked at Emperor Yongchang in astonishment.

Is this old man showing off?

He deserves to die!
"Come, come inside with me and have a look."

Before Xia Xunyang could refuse, Emperor Yongchang had already led him into Bai Mei Lou.

As soon as Xia Xunyang stepped inside, he was struck dumb, unable to see any other portraits.

"Concubine?"

A smile flashed in Emperor Yongchang's eyes: "That's right, it's your mother."

Xia Xunyang clenched his fists, turned around abruptly, and stared directly at Emperor Yongchang. His eyes no longer held the respect and caution he had shown before; instead, they were filled with rage, and even a hint of barely concealed killing intent.

"Your Majesty, what do you mean?"

"Very good. I like the look in your eyes now. This is the real you. This is what makes you worthy to be my son."

Xia Xunyang took a deep breath: "My father is the King of Jiujiang, as everyone in the world knows. I am his second son."

“You are my son. If it weren’t for you, your father would be dead by now,” Emperor Yongchang said calmly.

Xia Xunyang's body stiffened.

Emperor Yongchang pointed to the portrait of Princess Jiujiang, his eyes filled with reminiscence: "Back then, during the Xuanwu Gate Incident, my foolish younger brother sided with the Crown Prince. Your mother rushed into the palace that very night, knelt before me, and begged me to spare her husband. She said that she would show leniency to your father because she was carrying my child."

Xia Xunyang trembled again: "You mean, before the Xuanwu Gate Incident, my mother was already with you..."

Emperor Yongchang said calmly, "Xunyang, you know nothing of your father's charm. Your father is not good to your mother. Your mother said that she was married to your father for three years, but it was not as pleasant as one night with me."

"enough."

Xia Xunyang didn't want to listen anymore.

What is this thing called?

What stance should he take?
Xia Xunyang was in a state of utter confusion.

"You can go back to the Prince's residence and verify what I said today with your mother. Xunyang, you are a smart child. You know in your heart that I would not lie to you about such things."

Xia Xunyang gritted his teeth and said, "Since you haven't acknowledged me for over twenty years, why are you telling me all this now?"

"Because of the strange events at Kuangshan, I realized that times have changed. The crisis for Yu the Great is imminent, and time is running out for both me and Yu the Great. The Crown Prince is often ill, and none of the other princes or princesses have shown any outstanding talent that has caught my eye. Only you, Xunyang, are exceptionally gifted and have unparalleled talent. Your achievement of being ranked first on the Hidden Dragon List is something even I could not achieve back then."

Emperor Yongchang shifted his gaze to Xia Xunyang, placing his hands on Xia Xunyang's shoulders, and said earnestly, "Xunyang, I'm not saying this to make you understand me. You can resent me, hate me, or even seek revenge. Your father will only tell you one thing—find the Kuang Furnace, control the Kuangshan Secret Realm, and the Crown Prince will be yours!"

Xia Xunyang suddenly looked up and met Emperor Yongchang's gaze.

His breathing suddenly became rapid.

(End of this chapter)