Chapter 3074: Shift the Target_1

Seeing the other party's attitude wavering, Xue Qinghe continued, "Father, the fourth brother can't just die in vain like this, even if the other party is the Martial Soul Hall, we must seek justice for him!"

Shifting the target to the Martial Soul Hall, though it might bring some trouble, was the best way to absolve oneself of suspicion!

Moreover, he did not believe that the other party could produce any conclusive evidence that the fourth prince had died because of the Martial Soul Hall!

Xue Ye, upon hearing this, also came back to his senses, his tone exceedingly complex...

"Qing He, I can understand your feelings, but if this matter is indeed the doing of the Martial Soul Hall, I'm afraid the Pope will not admit it easily. We must approach this with caution!"

Furthermore, there is currently no evidence of the Martial Soul Hall's involvement!

To confront the Martial Soul Hall directly would likely place us at a disadvantage!

At that time, not only would we fail to obtain justice for the fourth child, but the royal household could also become a laughingstock throughout the Tiandou Empire!

Xue Qinghe's tone was filled with resentment, "Then what are you suggesting, Father? That we should just let this matter go? If so, wouldn't the fourth brother have died in vain!!"

Xue Ye glanced at him, explaining, "Qing He, I did not say that we should just let this matter rest!"

Xue Qinghe feigned ignorance, waiting for the other's response...

The former couldn't help but cover his mouth with a cough, "For now, we can send someone to test the waters with the Martial Soul Hall, thereby gauging whether they are indeed related to this matter or not!"

"If it can be confirmed, then I will personally accuse Pope Bibi Dong and seek justice for the fourth child!"

Although the words spoken were full of vigor, if one were to carefully understand them, they would discover the hidden meanings!

Xue Qinghe bowed his head and with a fistful of respect said, "You truly think things through, Father!"

It seems that this matter was going to end up just as he had expected: unresolved!

This Xue Ye, he has no way of dealing with the Martial Soul Hall either!

Xue Ye suddenly rose from the throne, looking down from above at the former, and questioned, "Alright, Qing He, aside from this matter, I have another question for you!"

"Did you secretly order someone to take care of that Tang San?"

Although Tang San had committed an unforgivable act against Xue Ke, who was of princess status, there had been no substantive harm; the crime didn't warrant death!

Xue Qinghe was genuinely stunned this time, confused, "Father, what do you mean by this? Ever since Tang San was kicked out of the Moon Pavilion by Tang Xuanzhu and expelled from the imperial palace, I've had no further contact with him. How could I possibly have someone deal with him secretly!"

Getting the affirmative answer, Xue Ye also breathed a sigh of relief, "Good, that's good!"

"I'm not concerned about your relationship with him, but that boy is also Tang Hao's son!"

"If he were to die at the hands of our royal household, I fear it would provoke the other side's wrath!"

On the other hand, if he were to die at the hands of another power after leaving the imperial palace!

Then that would be none of the royal household's concern!

Xue Qinghe also immediately understood, whispering, "So that's what you were worried about, Father. Rest assured. Although I do not know where Tang San is at this moment, he should still be alive!"

At this moment, Tang San was probably still cultivating in the Worship Hall!

Of course, this was something he would not reveal!

Xue Ye withdrew his gaze, his tone neutral, "Qing He, seeing how certain you are, you must know something. But I am too lazy to inquire further!"

"From now on, let's drop the matter regarding Tang San!"

He did not want the royal household to have any further entanglement with him!

"Yes, Father!"

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Returning to the imperial palace and sitting in her chair, Xue Qinghe finally felt her mind settling down...

Being around Emperor Xue Ye required her to be constantly on edge and was incredibly draining!

After such a long time, she also felt somewhat overwhelmed!

Seeing this, Serpent Spear Douluo and Porcupine Douluo exchanged a glance...

The former took the initiative and said, "Your Highness, the Holy Daughter, you've worked hard. However, from your actions, it seems Emperor Xue Ye didn't suspect you, right?"

Xue Qinghe released her Spirit Bone Skill and reverted to Qian Renxue's appearance...

Only then did she respond, "Yes, while Xue Ye had his suspicions about me, after a period of conversation, he should have dismissed them!"

"However, he will probably be even more guarded against the Martial Soul Hall in the future!"

Serpent Spear Douluo, apparently not fully understanding, asked again, "Your Highness, the Holy Daughter, what do you mean by that? Could it be that he has guessed your true identity?"

Otherwise, why would he strengthen his defenses against the Martial Soul Hall!

Qian Renxue laughed softly and explained, "No, as it turns out, I was the one who led him to focus all suspicions on the Martial Soul Hall!"

Upon hearing this, Porcupine Douluo's expression changed dramatically, and he exclaimed, "Ah? Could it be that Your Highness, the Holy Daughter, has truly adapted to the identity of Xue Qinghe and wants to help the emper... mmmph!"

Seeing this, Serpent Spear Douluo's pupils shrank, and he quickly covered the latter's mouth, saying urgently, "Porcupine, what are you talking about! The Holy Daughter must have her reasons for doing so!!"

This Serpent Spear guy, to even suggest that the Holy Daughter had betrayed the Martial Soul Hall, has he lost his mind!

Qian Renxue glanced at Porcupine Douluo and soothed, "Porcupine Douluo, there's no need to be so agitated. My actions were meant to clear myself of suspicion."

Porcupine Douluo calmed down and inquired further, "Clearing your own suspicion?? Your Highness, the Holy Daughter, what do you mean by this?"

Qian Renxue did not hide anything and shared her entire plan...

After listening, Porcupine Douluo finally understood the reason behind her actions...

He said thoughtfully, "I see. In this way, Xue Ye will surely trust Your Highness, the Holy Daughter, even more. Whatever you wish to do afterward, will be much easier!"

Serpent Spear Douluo showed a knowing expression and patted his colleague's shoulder, reminding, "I told you, the Holy Daughter must have a reason for her actions. You shouldn't speak rashly without knowing the full story. Be more careful in the future!"

Even if the two of them betrayed the Martial Soul Hall, Qian Renxue, as the Holy Daughter, would never do so!

Porcupine Douluo, without hesitation, bowed to Qian Renxue and apologized, "I'm sorry, Your Highness, the Holy Daughter, for misunderstanding you earlier!"

He paused before adding, "Still, with Xue Ye strengthening his defenses against the Martial Soul Hall, wouldn't that affect our plans?"

Qian Renxue shook her head, giving a fair assessment of this concern...

"It's not a problem. Xue Ye, after all, would not dare to openly break with the Martial Soul Hall!"

Despite how stable and harmonious the Tiandou Empire appears now, it's only because of the unique existence of the Martial Soul Hall!

On the contrary, without the support of the Martial Soul Hall, relying solely on the foundational power of the Tiandou Empire would make it no match for the Xingluo Empire!!

Being assimilated within just a few years is not an impossibility either!!

Seeing this, Serpent Spear Douluo took up the conversation, "Then, Your Highness, the Holy Daughter, shall we take action against another prince?"

Qian Renxue glanced at him and denied, "This matter cannot be rushed, after all, we have just dealt with one prince!"

What she wanted was for these princes to "accidentally die"!

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