Started from listening to music in the brothel and earned billions of bad people

The guards fell stiffly to the ground, their eyes tightly closed, but two lines of green blood and tears slowly flowed from the corners of their eyes, as if their souls had been pulled out of their bodies in an instant.

"Bone Palm!" At the same time, Miaogu beside him shouted softly. His voice, though soft, carried a strange power. As his words fell, the ground beneath the palace gate suddenly began to tremble violently.

There was a crackling sound, and two huge skeletal arms emerged from the ground. These two skeletal arms were like the hands of a demon from hell, emitting a terrifying aura.

The bony arms slowly pulled open the palace gate with a heavy creaking sound. The gate slowly opened, revealing the deep palace and magnificent buildings within.

Under the gaze of countless eyes, Li Xingyun and the other three slowly walked into the palace. Their steps were steady and calm, as if the palace was not a forbidden place for them, but their own backyard.

Along the way, they encountered a few waves of ignorant little shrimps who blocked their way, but these people were simply no match for Ye Xian and Miao Gu. Their attacks were like a mantis trying to stop a chariot, and they could not pose any threat to Li Xingyun and his three companions.

Li Xingyun's mind was as clear as a mirror. He knew very well that these suddenly appearing clowns could not possibly be sent by Emperor Li Qiankun. After all, given Li Qiankun's status and position, there was no need for him to use such low-brow tactics to deal with Li Xingyun. This approach would not produce any substantial results other than allowing Li Xingyun to kill a few more people.

So, who was behind this? It wasn't hard to guess. Besides the Second Prince Li Xinghu and the Sixth Prince Li Xingmin, it couldn't be anyone else. They were simply trying to sow discord between Li Xingyun and Li Qiankun through this despicable trick. Unfortunately, their calculations were so exaggerated that they completely ignored Li Xingyun's wisdom and insight.

"Your Highness the Prince of Qin, please stay! His Majesty is waiting for you in the imperial study. Please follow me!" Just when Li Xingyun and his party were about to reach the imperial study, a young eunuch suddenly walked out and bowed to Li Xingyun with a flattering face.

"Yes!" Li Xingyun nodded expressionlessly, then dismounted. He turned to the three men from Ye County and ordered, "You should dismount as well!"

"Yes, Your Highness!" The three men from Ye County did not dare to neglect and immediately dismounted.

Li Xingyun glanced at the young eunuch and said coldly, "Lead the way, and keep an eye on the horse. If anything goes wrong, you'll be dead!"

A horse's life is equally precious, and this one was personally chosen for him by Liu Ruyan of the Prince Qin's Mansion. Naturally, he had to bring it back unharmed! "Alright! I'll take good care of this steed!" Upon hearing this, the young eunuch hurriedly bowed and nodded his head like pounding garlic, not daring to hesitate for a moment!

So, under the guidance of the young eunuch, the four of them slowly entered the imperial study. Along the way, the young eunuch remained silent, neither objecting to Ye Xian and the others following them nor speaking out to stop them. This was clearly Li Qiankun's prior instructions.

When they reached the door of the imperial study, the young eunuch stopped, pointed behind the screen, and said respectfully: "Your Highness, His Majesty is waiting for you inside, and His Majesty is the only one here!" His implication was obvious. The emperor was waiting here alone, so you couldn't bring anyone else in with you, right?

Li Xingyun understood and nodded slightly to show that he knew. Then he turned to look at Ye Xian and the other three and said in a deep voice, "Just wait here for a while!" After that, he took big steps without hesitation and walked towards the back of the screen like a gust of wind.

The reason why he was so decisive was, firstly, because he was confident in his own strength, and secondly, he believed that with the cultivation level of Ye Xian and others, if there was really an ambush behind the screen, they would definitely be able to detect the abnormality!

"Yes!" Ye Xian, Miao Gu, and the other two responded in unison, then sprang into action. Like well-trained guards, they positioned themselves at three points within the imperial study, forming a tight defensive line that sealed both the entrance and exit, leaving no room for any potential threat.

Li Xingyun felt relieved upon seeing this. He walked towards the room behind the screen. As soon as he entered the room, he saw Li Qiankun sitting alone in front of a chessboard, quietly waiting for his arrival.

"Old Thirteen! Come and sit down!" Li Qiankun said softly with a smile on his face. There was no hostility in his eyes, but instead a kind of admiration for Li Xingyun.

"Yes! Father!" Li Xingyun responded respectfully, then walked to the seat opposite Li Qiankun and sat down slowly.

"How about playing a game of chess with me?" Li Qiankun said with a smile, seeming to be full of anticipation for the game.

Li Xingyun nodded slightly and replied, "Since your Majesty is in such a good mood, I will certainly accompany you!" After that, he picked up a black piece without hesitation and gently placed it on the chessboard.

This move by Li Xingyun wasn't meant to take advantage of the situation by making the first move. In fact, according to Go etiquette, a younger player taking the black piece first is a sign of respect and honor for their elders. Li Xingyun knew this well, so he chose the black piece without hesitation to show his respect for Li Qiankun.

"Good!" Li Qiankun's voice was sonorous and powerful, as if he was very satisfied with Li Xingyun's answer. However, he immediately changed the subject, revealing a playful smile, and said, "I want to know, you have been planning for many years, and you have used all means to win the throne. Aren't you afraid of being ridiculed by the world?"

Li Qiankun's words were like a sharp sword, piercing Li Xingyun's heart. However, faced with this sharp question, Li Xingyun showed no sign of retreat. He also picked up a black piece and placed it steadily on the board. Then he looked up at Li Qiankun with a playful look and said slowly, "Take me to the border, and a great scholar will debate for me!"

Li Qiankun was stunned by these words. He had clearly not expected Li Xingyun's response, and for a moment he was at a loss as to how to respond. Li Xingyun, however, seized this opportunity and once again picked up his black piece. Without hesitation, he made a move that was as powerful as thunder, carrying a strong offensive implication.

Li Qiankun stared intently at the black piece on the chessboard, secretly pondering Li Xingyun's next move. Meanwhile, his mind resonated with Li Xingyun's words: "There are great scholars who will debate the classics for me." These words seemed to hold a profound meaning, giving Li Qiankun a deeper understanding of Li Xingyun's determination and character.