abnabooks Chapter 53 Killing Intent
Chapter 53 Killing Intent
I want to see just how much trouble you can cause!
My empire and my imperial power will not be allowed to be touched by anyone!
Even if it is, it will kill gods and Buddhas if they stand in its way!
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At this moment, Emperor Qing's anger had temporarily subsided.
However, his fear and murderous intent towards Ye Tian and Fan Xian did not diminish in the slightest.
On the contrary, it became even more intense.
He knew that Ye Qingmei's two sons were like two time bombs, posing a deadly threat to him at any moment.
He had to find a way to bring them completely under his control as soon as possible!
Or, completely erase it!
Just as Emperor Qing was deep in thought, Hong Sixiang, who was standing beside him, suddenly spoke up: "Your Majesty, this old servant has a plan that may be able to test the strength of that Ye Tian."
Upon hearing this, Emperor Qing raised an eyebrow slightly and said, "Oh? Tell me about it."
A cold glint flashed in Hong Sixiang's eyes as he said in a low voice, "Your Majesty, tomorrow, you can use the pretext of rewarding Ye Tian to send this old servant to the Princess's residence in person."
"Firstly, it can appease Her Highness the Eldest Princess and prevent her from harboring resentment because of Fan Xian's annulment of the engagement."
"Secondly, we can also take this opportunity to observe Ye Tian up close and see what makes him so extraordinary that His Majesty is so wary of him."
"If he is really just an ordinary teenage genius, then so be it."
"But what if he is truly hiding some unspeakable secret, or possesses some power that could threaten His Majesty?"
Hong Sixiang paused, his voice becoming even colder.
"Then this old servant can seize the opportunity to kill him on the spot! To eliminate future troubles!"
Emperor Qing listened to Hong Sixiang's plan, his eyes flickering slightly.
He knew that although Hong Sixiang's suggestion was somewhat risky, it was indeed a good opportunity.
He really needed to send someone to give Li Yunrui a good "reprimand" and make her understand who the real master of this palace was!
It is indeed necessary to observe Ye Tian up close and see if he is really as monstrous as the rumors suggest!
just,
Should we send Hong Sixiang to test Ye Tian?
Emperor Qing still felt somewhat uneasy.
He knew that although Hong Sixiang was a top expert of the ninth rank, his strength was unfathomable.
But that Ye Tian is no ordinary person either!
Even a veteran grandmaster like Wu Zhu suffered a loss at his hands!
If Hong Sixiang really clashes with Ye Tian on this trip, he probably won't gain anything.
This might even completely enrage Ye Tian and the mysterious forces behind him!
This is absolutely not what Emperor Qing wanted to see.
"I need to consider this matter further."
Emperor Qing pondered for a moment, but ultimately did not immediately grant Hong Sixiang's request.
He knew that dealing with a prodigy like Ye Tian required extreme caution.
We must not alert the enemy.
Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed in Hong Sixiang's eyes, but he dared not say anything more and could only respectfully step aside.
The Imperial Study returned to its usual silence.
Emperor Qing gazed at the deep night sky outside the window, his eyes filled with a complex and unfathomable light.
Ye Tian,
Are you, or am I my pawn, or my doom?
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That night, it was late and quiet.
An inconspicuous black carriage silently stopped outside the back gate of the Princess's residence.
Crown Prince Li Chengqian, dressed in casual clothes, stepped down from the carriage with a sickly excitement and an uncontrollable desire on his face.
He looked up at the tightly closed gates of the mansion, a sinister smile curling at the corner of his lips.
"Li Yunrui, my dear aunt,"
"Tonight, I'll show you what a real man is!"
He straightened his clothes and then walked towards the gate of the mansion.
He knew that Li Yunrui was definitely waiting for him.
She would definitely open that tempting door for him.
However, when he arrived at the gate of the mansion, ready to knock on the door...
The tightly closed gate suddenly opened from the inside.
A stern-faced, imposing guard stepped in front of him and said in an icy voice, "Your Highness, the Princess is unwell tonight and has already retired for the night."
"Please, Your Highness, come another day."
What?!
Upon hearing this, the smile on Li Chengqian's face instantly froze!
His gloomy eyes were filled with unbelievable anger and humiliation!
He never expected that his enthusiastic arrival to "keep the appointment" would result in him being turned away at the door!
And what's more, he was stopped at the door by a mere guard!
This is simply an utter disgrace!
"Insolence!" Li Chengqian roared, "I am the Crown Prince! How dare you act so presumptuously here!"
"Make way for me! I need to see the Eldest Princess!"
He tried to force his way in.
However, the guard stood as immovable as a mountain in front of him, his eyes filled with unwavering determination.
"Your Highness, please return."
"If we disturb Her Highness the Princess's rest, you cannot bear the responsibility!"
His voice was still cold, but it carried an undisguised threat!
Looking at the cold killing intent in the guard's eyes, Li Chengqian's anger was gradually replaced by a trace of fear.
He knew that all the guards in Li Yunrui's mansion were ruthless and vicious!
If I were to force my way in, I'm afraid I wouldn't get away with it.
"Good, very good."
Li Chengqian said through gritted teeth, his eyes filled with resentment and unwillingness!
"Li Yunrui, you just wait!"
"I will repay this humiliation tenfold in the future!"
After saying that, he abruptly flicked his sleeve, turned around, and returned to his carriage in a disheveled state.
Inside the carriage, Li Chengqian's face was so gloomy it was almost as if water could drip from it!
He clenched his fists so tightly that his nails dug deep into his palms, drawing a trickle of blood.
He couldn't understand why Li Yunrui would suddenly change his mind.
Could it be that I did something wrong?
Or was she simply playing a trick on him?
The more I think about it, the angrier I get, and the more resentful I feel!
He vowed that one day, he would definitely get Li Yunrui!
He must force this stunningly beautiful and powerful woman to his knees and make her submit to him!
Unbeknownst to him, inside the Princess's residence at that moment...
Li Yunrui was lounging lazily on the soft couch, toying with the "love letter" that the Crown Prince had returned, a disdainful and mocking smile on his face.
"The Crown Prince?"
"Heh, he's just a callow youth."
"Does he even deserve to be compared to my heaven?"
Her eyes were filled with disdain for the Crown Prince, and a morbid yet obsessive love for Ye Tian.
In her heart, only Ye Tian was worthy of Li Yunrui's favor in this world!
Only Ye Tian could make her willingly give up everything!
As for the crown prince
It was merely a dispensable "substitute" that she used to distract herself and to take revenge on Emperor Qing.
His greatest value lies in his ability to manipulate others at will.
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The next day, as dawn broke.
Inside the Princess's residence, however, undercurrents were already swirling.
Li Yunrui didn't sleep all night. Her beautiful phoenix eyes were bloodshot and filled with anxiety and unease.
She had learned through her intelligence channels about the conversation between Emperor Qing and Hong Sixiang in the Imperial Study last night.
I also learned that Hong Sixiang will be coming to the Princess's residence today under the guise of bestowing a reward, to "test" Ye Tian.
This news filled Li Yunrui's heart with fear!
She was afraid, afraid that Hong Sixiang, that cunning old eunuch, would harm Ye Tian!
She was afraid, afraid that Emperor Qing would take this opportunity to kill Ye Tian!
She can't let that happen!
She must protect her Tian'er!
So she immediately sent someone to invite Ye Tian to her bedroom.
When Ye Tian entered the bedchamber, he saw Li Yunrui's haggard yet composed appearance, and his heart stirred slightly.
He knew that his crazy foster mother, although she acted erratically and did not follow the rules, was a madwoman.
But for myself, it was genuinely good.
"Mother, why have you summoned me? Is there something important?"
Ye Tian looked at Li Yunrui and asked softly.
Looking at Ye Tian's incredibly handsome face, which she could never tire of looking at, Li Yunrui's anxiety and unease subsided somewhat.
She took a deep breath, and then slowly said, "Tian'er, Mother has something to tell you."
Her voice trembled slightly, almost imperceptibly.
"Someone from the palace will be coming today."
"Yes, that old eunuch Hong Sixiang."
"He came on His Majesty's orders to bestow this upon you."
"But your mother is worried that he will do something bad to you."
Upon hearing this, Ye Tian raised an eyebrow slightly, but his face showed no sign of panic.
He knew that this day would come sooner or later.
How could that old fox, Emperor Qing, possibly let me off so easily?
"Mother, there's no need to worry." Ye Tian looked at Li Yunrui, smiled slightly, and said, "A mere Hong Sixiang is nothing to me."
His voice, though not loud, was full of unquestionable confidence and domineering presence!
Upon hearing this, Li Yunrui was startled!
She stared at Ye Tian in disbelief, her eyes filled with shock and a hint of confusion.
She knew that her adopted son was exceptionally talented and powerful.
But Hong Sixiang is a top-tier expert of the ninth rank!
Within the entire palace, apart from His Majesty and Wu Zhu, almost no one was his match!
Tian'er, he actually said he didn't take Hong Sixiang seriously?!
This is just too arrogant!
"Tian'er, you, you absolutely must not let your guard down!"
Li Yunrui said anxiously, her voice filled with worry.
"That Hong Sixiang is treacherous, cunning, ruthless, and no easy opponent!"
"If you have a conflict with him, I'm afraid..."
"Don't worry, Mother." Ye Tian interrupted Li Yunrui again, a confident smile on his face.
"My child, you know what you're doing."
He knew that Li Yunrui was worried about him.
But he also knows that his current strength is vastly different from what it used to be!
He really doesn't take Hong Sixiang seriously!
Looking at Ye Tian's calm and confident demeanor, Li Yunrui's anxiety and worry were gradually replaced by a strange sense of trust.
Looking at Ye Tian's calm and confident demeanor, Li Yunrui's anxiety and worry were gradually replaced by a strange sense of trust.
She knew that her adopted son never did anything without being sure of success.
Since he said that, there must be a reason behind it.
"Alright then," Li Yunrui nodded and said.
"However, you should still be careful."
"If something unexpected really happens,
Mother, even if it costs me my life, I will protect you!
Her voice was filled with unwavering determination and a hint of chilling madness!
Looking at her, Ye Tian felt a slight warmth in his heart.
He knew that this crazy foster mother, although sometimes, would do things that were both laughable and pathetic.
But her love and care for herself was genuine and unwavering.
"Thank you, Mother." Ye Tian bowed solemnly to Li Yunrui.
Just then, an announcement came from outside the door.
"Your Highness, Eunuch Hong from the palace has arrived."
Upon hearing this, Li Yunrui's expression changed slightly, and a hint of tension flashed in his eyes.
She glanced at Ye Tian, then took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "Let him in!"
A moment later, Hong Sixiang, dressed in a dark purple python robe, with a white face, no beard, and cold eyes, slowly walked into the main hall of the Princess's residence, surrounded by a group of eunuchs and palace maids.
His face wore a fake smile, and his gaze swept back and forth between Li Yunrui and Ye Tian, filled with scrutiny and a hint of barely perceptible, terrifying killing intent!