Chapter 186 Qin Xiao's Human-shaped Soul Guidance Device_1

"Duke Baihu Dai Hao's son!"

"This man must not be allowed to remain."

"No one can guarantee that Qin Xiao... no, Dai Yuhao isn't a spy from the Sun-Moon Empire."

The ministers' emotions were tumultuous.

Their accusations were all directed at Qin Xiao.

"Crown Prince, I think we shouldn't do this. Qin Xiao is extraordinarily talented and is sure to become a pillar of our Sun-Moon Empire in the future."

Dean Hongchen couldn't help it any longer and argued forcefully, "Do you all know the value of Qin Xiao?

Moreover, in the Xingluo Empire, he personally ended the life of the Duke's second son. As far as I know, that son of Dai Hao was born to his legal wife and carried the royal bloodline of the Xingluo Empire.

Anyway, he can't possibly return to the Xingluo Empire now."

"Hehe, Dean Hongchen, you must not be deceived. It's very likely that this is Duke Baihu Dai Hao's ruse."

A high-ranking minister sneered.

"I also think that Dean Hongchen is too easily persuaded. No pain, no gain."

Another person stood up, said solemnly, "Duke Baihu Dai Hao may well be using this method to gain our trust for Dai Yuhao.

Once his son is heavily relied upon and learns the core secrets of our Sun-Moon Empire and then returns to the Xingluo Empire, it could potentially change the world standing of the Xingluo Empire."

Dean Hongchen asked with a gloomy expression, "Then I would like to ask, would either of you gentlemen be willing to let the most outstanding member of your family go be a spy in another empire? Oh, and to also have that person kill an outstanding member of the family?"

This...

After hearing Dean Hongchen's words, the other two fell silent.

In fact, he really wanted to say against his conscience, "I can."

But...

All present were cunning old foxes with keen minds, who wouldn't see through words said against one's conscience?

It would only add to one's embarrassment.

"But remember, Duke Baihu Dai Hao is no ordinary person. He has fought against the Sun-Moon Empire for many years and harbors deep hatred, who knows if he truly cannot bear to part with his son?"

Someone still insisted.

"Alright, Dean Hongchen, my lords, let's all calm down. I think what you're saying makes sense, and I will consider this matter carefully. It's just... I need a bit of time."

Prince Xu Tianran stepped forward to mediate.

He took a stand neither for nor against.

But everyone was very dissatisfied with his handling of the situation.

After all, the matter concerning Qin Xiao was of great importance.

Dean Hongchen said, "Crown Prince, Qin Xiao is already at least a Sixth-Level Soul Guidance Master. Surely you understand what this talent means?"

A thirteen or fourteen-year-old Sixth-Level Soul Guidance Master...

Everyone gasped.

Not to mention the Crown Prince, even they all knew what this meant...

Unprecedented.

Far ahead of the rest.

In the history of the Sun-Moon Empire, there has never been such a young Sixth-Level Soul Guidance Master.

Seeing that everyone was silent, Dean Hongchen continued, "Since all of you understand how terrifying his talent is, you should realize that he is currently on the rise, needing sufficient resources to support him. If he cannot access the knowledge from Mingde Hall, it might very well affect Qin Xiao's future achievements."

"But Qin Xiao's identity is too sensitive. We cannot take risks."

"Exactly, if he really wants to learn our Sun-Moon Empire's most profound knowledge, let him show his sincerity."

"I think Minister Zhang is right, we should demand a show of loyalty, and only then can an exception be made."

Soon everyone reached a consensus again.

Dean Hongchen smiled, "Then what do you think he should do to show his loyalty and satisfy your demands?"

"Hmm... the old man thinks, why not just kill Duke Baihu Dai Hao?" An elder pondered for a moment before giving his answer.

Kill Duke Baihu Dai Hao?

Dean Hongchen was stunned; he hadn't expected such a harsh condition from the elder.

And more outrageous was the fact that many others agreed with him.

"I think it's feasible. Killing Duke Baihu Dai Hao would definitely show his sincerity."

"I agree as well, a father and son at odds with each other, no matter the outcome, we won't be at a loss. Hehe."

"..."

"Hahahaha." Dean Hongchen laughed until he was nearly in tears.

"What are you laughing at?"

"I find it hilarious. Duke Baihu Dai Hao has been confronting our Sun-Moon Empire in the Ming Dou Mountain Range for decades now. Why haven't I seen you eliminate him to relieve the Empire of pressure and break the stalemate? "

Dean Hongchen pointed at a minister's nose and scolded, "As far as I know, you've sent quite a number of people to assassinate Duke Baihu Dai Hao, right? They all came back with nothing to show for it, and some haven't returned at all. Now you want to send a teenager to kill him, do you think that makes sense?"

The minister's face changed colors, but he ultimately didn't say a word.

Although Dean Hongchen was revealing secrets, he wasn't wrong.

If Duke Baihu Dai Hao was that easy to kill, he would have died hundreds of times over by now.

"My lords, let's not argue anymore."

Prince Xu Tianran said in a deep voice, "I will report this matter to the emperor, my father, and ask for his decision. In no more than three days, I will give you all a satisfactory answer."

Dean Hongchen fell silent for a moment before slowly nodding, "Very well. I will await a satisfactory answer from the Crown Prince. The academy has matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave."

Having said that, he turned and walked away without any hesitation.

The others: "..."

This guy is really too arrogant.

...

Ming Dou Mountain Range.

The military camp stretched for tens of miles.

The central tent of the army.

In the Xingluo Empire's Duke Baihu Dai Hao's tent, his brows were deeply furrowed— the latest intelligence all indicated that the Sun-Moon Empire was likely planning a major move.

Yet, he could not guess the reason.

Not much time had passed, but he had aged more than ten years compared to when he was participating in the Soul Master competition in the Xingluo Empire.