3073 Chapter Xue Ye's Probing_1

Hulena was also stirred by these words...

"Teacher, may I ask why? Xu Sheng's talent should be much stronger than mine!"

"And that goes for his personality as well!"

Bi Bidong pressed her lips together, "There is no reason, you were the first appointed goddess, and in my eyes, the only one who can assume the position of Pope!"

"As for Xu Sheng, his future will not be confined to the Martial Soul Hall, so..."

Hulena understood the meaning behind the words, "I see, so what you mean is that in teacher's eyes, Xu Sheng will eventually leave the Martial Soul Hall, right?"

Bi Bidong did not deny it, sighing, "That's right, his talent is extraordinary, and it is possible that he might break through his shackles and ascend to the Divine Realm in the future!"

"Therefore, he surely won't be content to always stay in the Martial Soul Hall!"

After a pause, she realized that this situation was still too premature for the former!

She continued, "Of course, you should also not feel pressured, after all, I am still the Pope, so you have plenty of time to grow!"

Hulena could not help but clasp her fists, "Thank you, teacher, I won't let you down!"

She hadn't expected the teacher to trust her so much!

To think that the position of Pope had not even considered Xu Sheng!

Bi Bidong did not hide the relief in her eyes, "Mmm, then you may withdraw now."

"Oh, and remember to remind Flame and Evil Moon, tell them not to slack off! In the future, they will need to assist you!"

"Yes, teacher, I will remind my brother and Flame!"

After replying briefly, she turned and left...

Though she did not know why, her mood was exceptionally joyous...

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In the Tiandou Empire, inside the great hall!

One could see Xue Ye, sitting on the throne, looking at the entering Qing He with an expressionless face, "Qing He, you've arrived!"

The latter also collected his emotions, saluting with clasped fists, "Your son pays his respects to the Emperor!"

Xue Ye's expression remained unchanged, speaking very calmly, "Qing He, it's just the two of us here, there's no need for such formalities!"

Qing He naturally echoed, "Yes, Father."

"But, Father, for what matter have you summoned me?"

When he had decided to take action against the other Princes, he had been ready to be suspected by the former...

But as long as he didn't expose any flaws, he should be able to keep it hidden!

Upon hearing this, Xue Ye's countenance became much more somber, "Qing He, I called you here today because there is something very important I have to tell you!"

Qing He looked up, his expression one of confusion...

Having been taught by Tang Yuehua, controlling facial expressions was not difficult!

Seeing this, Xue Ye spoke again, "Not long ago, the fourth brother was attacked by a Soul Master on his way to another place and was killed!"

Although he spoke, his gaze never left Qing He's face, seeking to discern something!

Qing He's expression stiffened, and he staggered back a few steps...

Only after steadying himself did he speak in a tone of grief and indignation, "What?? My fourth brother... he's dead?"

"May I ask the Emperor, who dared to lay hands on someone from our royal household? We must catch the assassin and make him pay the price!!"

In an instant, a fierce anger emanated from his being...

Xue Ye's eyes narrowed slightly...

Qing He's expression didn't seem fake; could it be that he really had nothing to do with this?

Or was I overthinking it?

Seeing that the former said nothing, Qing He clenched his fists and pressed again, "Father, why do you remain silent? Who harmed my fourth brother, we must avenge him!!"

"Otherwise, wouldn't that give others license to strike at the royal household!"

Xue Ye's eyebrows knit slightly upon seeing this, "Qing He, calm yourself!"

This was indeed the first time he had seen Qing He so out of control, most likely the death of the fourth was a considerable blow to him!

However, Xue Qinghe did not heed the former's words...

Instead, he bit down hard on his teeth and retorted, "Father, how do you expect me to stay calm?"

"Although I didn't interact much with my fourth brother, he was still my brother. Now that he has been assassinated, how can I possibly remain calm!!"

At a time like this, one must not change their attitude too quickly!

Otherwise, it will arouse suspicion from the other party!

Finally, Xue Ye too was somewhat moved, his voice growing much heavier as he spoke...

"Qing He, are you not going to listen to even your father's words??"

Xue Qinghe was taken aback, showing a troubled expression...

After a long pause, he slowly released his grip, saying with a full sense of apology, "I'm sorry, father, I was out of line just now!"

Seeing him calm down, Xue Ye continued, "Qing He, as the Crown Prince who is to succeed the throne, you must remain unflustered no matter how great the challenge!!"

"You still need to undergo further tempering in this regard."

Xue Qinghe bowed his head and cupped his fists, "Father is right, Qing He was reckless!"

After a pause, he added again, "Only... Father, who was it that killed my fourth brother?"

Xue Ye couldn't help but close his eyes...

"The death of the fourth is truly too strange!"

"Based on Xue Xing and Poison Douluo's speculation, the murderer is the Soul Master that I dispatched to protect the fourth!"

Xue Qinghe's eyes widened in shock, exclaiming, "What? How is that possible?"

"Could it be, father, that the Soul Master you sent to protect my fourth brother was actually a spy planted in the royal household by another sect?"

Xue Ye reopened his eyes, declaring decisively, "Impossible! The Soul Master sent to protect the fourth was personally selected by me, deeply loyal to the royal house!"

Xue Qinghe pursed his lips, "If that's the case, then why would he lay a hand on my fourth brother?"

Xue Ye sighed, "That is also beyond my comprehension."

To say that the salary I gave this Soul Master was very generous is an understatement!

He had absolutely no reason to betray us!

Xue Qinghe seemed to want to say something but hesitated for a moment, then swallowed his words back...

Noticing this gesture, Xue Ye spoke softly, "Qing He, feel free to speak your mind, I summoned you exactly for this purpose—to discuss this matter!"

With permission, Xue Qinghe also shared his thoughts...

"Please forgive my boldness, but could it be that this Soul Master was threatened and thus committed the act?"

Xue Ye's eyes flickered subtly, "Oh? Qing He, continue!"

Xue Qinghe continued, "I believe, with your discernment, father, that this Soul Master is absolutely trustworthy."

"Yet he killed my fourth brother, and that is the fact!"

"The only possibility would be that he was coerced or controlled by someone else!!"

Xue Ye seemed to pick up on the implication, "Qing He, are you implying that..."

Xue Qinghe nodded affirmatively, "Yes, the Martial Soul Hall!"

"Only a more powerful Soul Master could control another, and most Soul Masters are under the control of the Martial Soul Hall!!"

Xue Ye couldn't help but stroke his chin, "Hmm... you have a good point, even if Martial Soul Hall isn't directly responsible, they cannot be completely unconnected!!"

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