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Even Eunuch Sun was unaware of this bodyguard's existence, and he would only be loyal to him, so he could completely trust him.

"Has anyone visited that imperial edict left by the late emperor?"

Chu Tianling was the first to confirm that this was the one. The imperial edict of succession was forged by Eunuch Sun, but after he ascended the throne, he secretly kept it as a precaution.

Now that he has doubts about Eunuch Sun's loyalty, he naturally wants to first confirm the safety of this crucial evidence.

"Your Majesty, since you ordered me to secretly guard that imperial edict, there has been nothing unusual."

Liu Yun's voice remained cold. Although he knew that Chu Tianling's ascension to the throne was illegitimate, his mission was to obey Chu Tianling.

This was the belief he had been instilled with since birth: loyalty to Chu Tianling.

Every prince of the Chu family is assigned a bodyguard after birth, and he is loyal to Chu Tianling. Regardless of his character, Liu Yun will carry out his orders without hesitation.

"That's good. After that, you can secretly investigate Eunuch Sun and see where he went and who he contacted today."

A sinister glint flashed in Chu Tianling's eyes. He hoped that he was just overthinking things, otherwise he wouldn't mind adding another blood debt to his list.

Liu Yun nodded, and with a flash, he disappeared from the room like a ghost, leaving only a faint chill in his heart.

Shortly after, Liang Qiuli walked in carrying a plate.

Chu Tianling had just woken up from her coma and couldn't eat hard food, so she specially prepared soft and easily digestible porridge and some light side dishes.

"Your Majesty, please try it."

Chu Tianling had been hungry for a long time, and the aroma of food made his stomach churn with a sour feeling.

The two shared the meal.

Afterwards, Chu Tianling issued an order to confine Consort Jiang and Jiang Shuning to their quarters, as he did not wish to see them for the time being.

Moreover, for the next two weeks, Chu Tianling used the excuse of recuperating from his injuries to avoid visiting other concubines in the harem. He stayed in his own Zichen Palace, where Liang Qiuli took meticulous care of him.

However, he did not allow Liang Qiuli to stay overnight.

Finally, in three days, the eldest prince of the Xiongnu will be visiting, and Liang Qiuli will no longer have to go to the Zichen Palace.

They can rest for a few days and prepare for dealing with the Xiongnu prince.

When only Chu Tianling remained in the Zichen Palace's sleeping quarters, Liu Yun appeared in a flash.

"How's the investigation into Liu Yun's matter going?"

Chu Tianling was naturally asking about Eunuch Sun, whom he had asked to investigate. He had begun to suspect Eunuch Sun because he had distanced himself from him these past few days.

Liu Yun answered respectfully.

"Your Majesty, I have discovered that Eunuch Sun has been frequently leaving the palace recently, often going to the courtyard he bought, and also frequently contacting some inconspicuous vendors in the palace."

The subordinate also managed to steal a box that Eunuch Sun treasured greatly when he wasn't looking.

As Liu Yun spoke, she took out an exquisite wooden box from her sleeve and gently placed it on the table in front of Chu Tianling.

"However, I must return this box as soon as possible, otherwise Eunuch Sun may notice something amiss."

Chu Tianling looked at the locked box on the table, wondering what might be inside.

He pondered for a moment, then his sharp gaze swept over the flowing clouds.

"Well done, Liuyun."

"Leave the box here. I have a way to open it. Come back tonight to collect it and return it."

If Eunuch Sun really has a woman in his life, it would certainly be a good thing for him to investigate.

But if he doesn't, and his investigation is discovered, things will get complicated.

After all, Eunuch Sun had something on him, and if he found out that he suspected him, it would probably cause a lot of unnecessary trouble.

"Yes."

After Liu Yun left, Chu Tianling took out an exquisite lock-picking tool. It was a clever instrument he had acquired during a foreign invasion years ago, and it came in handy this time.

As Chu Tianling moved his hands, the seemingly complex lock gradually revealed a gap for unlocking under the manipulation of the exquisite tools.

Chu Tianling looked into the box and saw several bottles of medicine whose purpose he did not know.

Chu Tianling secretly speculated that this must not be an ordinary medicine, otherwise why would Eunuch Sun have hidden it so secretly?

"Xiao Fuzi, go and fetch Physician Zou. Tell him you feel discomfort in your chest and wonder if the poison has relapsed. Tell him to come quickly."

Chu Tianling was worried that people would be suspicious if he suddenly summoned the imperial physician, so he made up this excuse.

"Yes."

Xiao Fuzi responded and hurriedly left, though she was puzzled, she dared not ask any further questions.

Chu Tianling continued to examine the medicine bottles in his hand. Each bottle was small and exquisite, but there were no words on them, so it was impossible to determine their purpose directly.

Physician Zou arrived quickly, leaving Chu Tianling alone.

"It's really nothing serious, Physician Zou, please take a look at these medicines first."

Physician Zou wanted to take Chu Tianling's pulse, but Chu Tianling waved his hand and refused. He pointed to the medicine bottle on the table and asked Zou to take a look.

Physician Zou stepped forward to examine each bottle. He first picked up a bottle, opened the cap, and smelled the aroma.

"Your Majesty, these are herbs for treating chronic knee ailments."

This is a calming incense for treating insomnia and excessive dreaming.

......"

Physician Zou examined several bottles, but none of them were poison.

This made Chu Tianling's brows relax slightly, and his doubts lessened a bit.

It seems he misunderstood Eunuch Sun. Eunuch Sun has always been on his side; how could he possibly poison him?

Then he stopped staring at Physician Zou and started reading the memorials while listening to Physician Zou.

When only two bottles remained, before even getting close to the bottle, Physician Zou smelled a unique fragrance, completely different from the previous medicinal scents.

This is?

Physician Zou was alarmed and confirmed the information several times before speaking.

"Your Majesty...Your Majesty, this bottle contains poison. It seems to be very similar to the poison Your Majesty was poisoned before, but it is more insidious and more potent."

Upon hearing this, Chu Tianling's pen suddenly stopped, and a drop of ink spread across the memorial.

He suddenly looked up, a flash of disbelief and anger in his eyes. He stared intently at Physician Zou, his voice low and dangerous.

"What did you say? This poison is similar to the one I was poisoned with before?"

"Yes Yes……"

Physician Zou was clearly intimidated by Chu Tianling's imposing manner, and his voice trembled.

"Alright, I know. You may leave now."

After receiving confirmation, Chu Tianling gradually calmed down. Knowing who was trying to harm him was a good thing, since it's easy to dodge a spear in the open but hard to guard against an arrow in the dark.

After Physician Zou left, Chu Tianling began to consider when to deal with Eunuch Sun.

After all, he knew too many of my secrets.

If they really betrayed us, we can't let them off easily. But the envoy will arrive in three days. At this critical juncture, it's obviously not the right time to take action.

"Xiao Fuzi, go and invite Eunuch Sun over later. I have something to tell him."

Chu Tianling planned to keep Eunuch Sun calm first and try to find out who was behind it all.

However, based on his guess, since Eunuch Sun was also involved in the plot to murder the late emperor, the regent would certainly not cooperate with him if he knew, so it could only be the Jiang family.

Thinking about it that way, it makes sense. During that time, Eunuch Sun often spoke highly of Consort Jiang in front of her, and when Consort Yang attempted to assassinate him, Consort Jiang asked him to delay his actions, which he agreed to.

"Yes."

Xiao Fuzi acknowledged and withdrew, hurrying towards the residence of the chief eunuch in the palace.

……

Three days later quickly arrived.

"Summon the Xiongnu envoy to the palace."

With a loud announcement from inside the hall, the once tranquil hall was filled with expectant eyes, all fixed on the main entrance.

Soon, the Xiongnu envoys, dressed in exotic attire, entered the hall. They wore colorful robes, their hair was braided into many small braids, and they wore jeweled ornaments at their waists.

"There are women too?"

An older, rigid, and uninteresting courtier, as his gaze swept over the group of envoys, suddenly noticed a Xiongnu woman following at the front of the procession.

He frowned, clearly displeased with the Hun's lack of manners, but he sighed and did not step forward to reprimand them, only shaking his head secretly.

"That's the most beautiful daughter of the Xiongnu king. Is she here today to arrange a marriage alliance with our Great Chu?"

A younger official who was more familiar with the political situation in the capital explained in a low voice.

The people below were buzzing with discussion, but Chu Tianling, sitting at the head of the table, began to frown. The appearance of this woman was indeed beyond his expectations.

However, Chu Xuanming, who was also sitting next to him, smiled amusedly. This was something he had specially prepared for Chu Tianling, hoping that he would like it.

"Greetings to the Emperor of Great Chu."

The eldest prince, leading the Xiongnu envoy, casually performed a greeting with his right hand placed on his chest.

However, the voice was loud and imposing, making it seem like they were there to provoke rather than to have a friendly exchange.

"Yes, Your Highness, you must be tired from your long journey. Please rise."

Chu Tianling spoke calmly, but his eyes held a sharp edge, revealing his anger at the Xiongnu's provocation.

If it weren't for Regent Chu Xuanming, he would have already crushed the Xiongnu, and wouldn't have allowed them to run rampant here.

Chu Tianling pondered to himself, but his expression remained unchanged.

However, the subsequent conversation also subtly revealed dissatisfaction with the other party's disrespectful attitude.

The eldest prince of the Xiongnu seemed oblivious to Chu Tianling's anger, maintaining his slightly arrogant smile as he continued speaking.

"Your Majesty, our Xiongnu tribe has come here with sincerity. The grasslands have had bountiful harvests for years, and we wish to share this joy with Great Chu, and are willing to present Great Chu with a thousand warhorses."

As soon as he finished speaking, the ministers below began to whisper among themselves and discuss the matter.

They were mainly surprised that the Xiongnu would be so generous, after all, even before winter, the Xiongnu had frequently come to the northern cities to burn, kill, and plunder.

Chu Tianling's gaze swept over the crowd, but he didn't take it seriously. How could the Xiongnu be so kind?

"Of course, the young people of our Xiongnu tribe have witnessed the prosperity of the capital of the Great Chu and are also filled with longing for it."

We hope to exchange martial arts skills with the young talents of Great Chu. If Great Chu can win these thousand warhorses, we will certainly offer them to them with both hands.

Before Chu Tianling could even express his gratitude, the eldest prince revealed his true intentions.

Upon hearing the exchange of martial arts techniques, Chu Tianling turned his gaze to Chu Xuanming, who was sitting there silently.

This time, Great Chu cannot afford to lose, but the only one who can win is probably Chu Xuanming.

A thought suddenly flashed through Chu Tianling's mind.

"Alright, we, the Great Chu, agree to this martial arts exchange. The spring hunt is just around the corner, so we'll hold the competition at the Royal Hunting Grounds."

The eldest prince thought that the Great Chu would not dare to accept the challenge and wanted to provoke them further. The emperor of the Great Chu readily agreed, but it was unclear how much strength they possessed.

Thinking this, the eldest prince turned his gaze to the only two figures sitting in the hall—Chu Xuanming.

The Regent of Great Chu, who was once invincible on the battlefield, I wonder if he still has that strength after a few years.

If we can defeat or kill them in a martial arts contest, then it will no longer be difficult for the Xiongnu to march straight into the Great Chu.

The ambitions of the Xiongnu tribe were now crystal clear.

"Thank you, Your Majesty of Great Chu."

The eldest prince visibly breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that he had completed half of the most important task his father had entrusted to him.

If he successfully defeats the Great Chu this time, he will have accomplished a great feat when the Xiongnu invade in the future, and inheriting his father's position will be just around the corner.

"Brother King, please tell me about my situation."

The woman behind the eldest prince tugged at his sleeve. She had wanted to speak for a long time, but she knew that her brother had just said something important, so she kept quiet.

If she doesn't speak now and instead lets her elder brother speak first, it's because the Great Chu values ​​etiquette. If she were to confess directly to the Emperor of the Great Chu, it would probably be considered impolite.

However, she was determined to marry this emperor of the Great Chu.

The eldest prince looked at his younger sister behind him, feeling a headache coming on. He had originally gone on the mission alone.

This younger sister, having heard from somewhere that the emperor of Great Chu was handsome and kind, insisted on coming along and even said she wanted to form a marriage alliance with Great Chu.

His father, who doted on his mother, also indulged his younger sister in every way, and actually granted her request to take her on a diplomatic mission to the Great Chu.

The eldest prince suffered quite a bit from his overly lively younger sister's constant chatter along the way.

"it is good."

The eldest prince feared that if she refused, his younger sister would have plenty of ways to cause trouble and keep him from having any peace, so he gave in.

The eldest prince looked at Chu Tianling, who sat at the head of the table, and continued speaking.

"Your Majesty, I have another request."

My younger sister, Aya, has heard of Your Majesty's magnificent appearance and admires you greatly. Having first witnessed Your Majesty's splendor, she hopes to have the honor of gaining Your Majesty's favor and forging a bond of friendship between our two nations through marriage.

These words immediately caused another uproar in the hall.

Some people thought that if a marriage alliance were formed and the martial arts exchange failed, the Xiongnu wouldn't refuse to give them the thousand warhorses. Others thought the people of the Great Xiongnu were too vulgar and unworthy of their emperor.

However, everyone's attention was focused on the emperor and the Xiongnu princess.

Chu Tianling then turned his gaze to the woman named Aya.

Aya stood tall and straight, her eyes revealing an untamed wildness and an undeniable heroic spirit. In particular, her gaze possessed the free-spiritedness and confidence of a woman from the grasslands, quite different from the gentleness of a woman from the Great Chu, yet it had its own unique charm.

"Am I beautiful? I am a beauty that the Xiongnu tribe has seen only once in a hundred years. Even the flowers on the grassland pale in comparison to me."

Aya finally couldn't hold back any longer and spoke up directly, her voice clear and melodious, carrying a hint of pride and playfulness.

Chu Tianling had to admit that he was tempted, so he began to consider the pros and cons of the marriage alliance.