Chapter 2808: Poison_1

However, the next second, Serpent Spear Douluo voiced his doubts again, "By the way, Holy Daughter, when I arrived at the imperial palace, I didn't sense anyone from the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect. Have they left?"

Qian Renxue nodded slightly, confirming, "Yes, they only stayed in the imperial palace for one day before leaving. They must have been testing to see if I am worthy of their instruction!"

And knowing this, she had strived to make her performance that day as perfect as possible!!

Upon hearing this, Serpent Spear Douluo pressed further, "And what was the result?"

Before the former could answer, Porcupine Douluo said irritably, "Serpent Spear, do you even need to ask such a question? Don't you know how outstanding the Holy Daughter is? Ning Fengzhi surely had no reason to refuse. He must have been quite pleased on his way back!"

Thinking it through, Serpent Spear Douluo realized that this was indeed the case. If even the Holy Daughter, with her talent, hadn't succeeded, then Ning Fengzhi had probably never intended to agree!

However, another concern crossed his mind, and he frowned, "It's good if he has agreed, but most likely Ning Fengzhi will come to the imperial palace with one of the Hyper Douluos. Won't that cause trouble for our plan?"

With a Hyper Douluo present, he and Porcupine would have to remain vigilant at all times!

Porcupine Douluo's lips curved into a smile as he patted his shoulder, reassuring him, "Don't worry, what you've thought of, the Holy Daughter has also considered."

"So, she didn't ask Ning Fengzhi and the others to come to the imperial palace, but instead went personally to the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect!!"

Qian Renxue signaled with her eyes upon hearing this…

Serpent Spear Douluo breathed a sigh of relief, "Oh, that's good then!!"

Then it was Porcupine Douluo's turn to ask, his expression grave, "Serpent Spear, you only went to Martial Soul City this time, didn't you return to the Worship Hall??"

Serpent Spear Douluo paused for a moment, "Yes, after I retrieved the Elder Command, I was worried that the Holy Daughter might encounter some problem, so I hurried back here!"

"Besides, I felt there was no need to return to the Worship Hall, the Grand Elder had already made his point very clear last time!"

Even for not protecting the Holy Daughter at all times, he had been reprimanded!!

Now, without any special circumstances, he had no plans to return to the Worship Hall!

Hearing these words, Qian Renxue's eyes showed a hint of complexity, "You have worked hard during this period, Serpent Spear Douluo, you may go and rest for now!"

It seemed Serpent Spear Douluo had gone to get the Elder Command, but in fact, he was likely investigating Xu Sheng's situation for her!

Serpent Spear Douluo, however, waved his hand nonchalantly, "Don't concern yourself with me, Holy Daughter. At our level, rest is not all that important!"

Suddenly, he slapped his cheek, "Almost forgot, there's something I need to give to you, Holy Daughter!"

With that said, he retrieved a luminescent green vial from his waist and handed it over…

Qian Renxue reached out and took it, its smooth texture prompting her to express her curiosity, "Serpent Spear Douluo, what is this??"

Serpent Spear Douluo explained very seriously, "This is something the Grand Elder asked me to give to you when the time was right. It appears to be a colorless, odorless slow-acting poison!"

"It takes years, if not decades, to take effect!"

Qian Renxue's pupils shrank, "Slow-acting poison? You mean, Grandfather wants me to use this to weaken Xue Ye's body?"

The former affirmed, "Exactly, by doing so, Holy Daughter, you'll be able to ascend the throne sooner!"

Qian Renxue pursed her lips, "Is that so? It seems I'll need to learn some special knowledge then."

Otherwise, she would stand no chance of getting Xue Ye to ingest the poison!

The latter, being the emperor, had every bit of his food tested by specialists!

Porcupine Douluo, however, seemed somewhat dissatisfied, "Serpent Spear, giving this to the Holy Daughter now, isn't it a bit too early?"

Although the Holy Daughter possesses immense talent, her heart is far from mature!

Having her drug Xue Ye at such a time, it made him somewhat reluctant!!

Serpent Spear Douluo was resolute in his retort, "Porcupine, don't be naive, if we don't act now, there might not be another opportunity!"

"Don't forget, Xu Sheng said that Xue Beng has been hiding his own talents. If Xue Ye discovers his potential and changes his mind, allowing him to become emperor, what then?"

Qian Renxue gripped the medicine bottle in her hand tightly and after taking a deep breath, she said in a cold voice, "Porcupine Douluo, don't worry— ever since I agreed to replace Xue Qinghe for Grandpa, I've been ready for anything!"

"Even if it means murder, no exceptions!!"

Although she felt strong resistance inside, she knew she had to prioritize the greater good!

Porcupine Douluo opened his mouth and then let out a sigh…

His eyes revealed both relief and regret...

Children of the same age as the Holy Daughter should be enjoying their carefree days!

Serpent Spear Douluo cast an approving look, "Since the Holy Daughter is already prepared, I will say no more!!"

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Moon Pavilion!

Tang Yuehua looked at Tang San not far away, frowning slightly...

She immediately called out, "Tang San, come here for a moment!"

When Tang San heard her call, he naturally stopped what he was doing and walked over, "Aunt, is something the matter?"

Tang Yuehua asked very directly, "Tang San, you seem somewhat distracted these past few days. Has something happened?"

Tang San was momentarily stunned, then chuckling awkwardly, "No... nothing. I'm just like usual. Aunt, why would you say that?"

Tang Yuehua stared at him intently, speaking slowly, "It's quite simple— you don't show it on your face, but it can be seen from those lifeless eyes of yours…"

The smile on Tang San's face slowly faded, he sighed, "You really can't hide anything from auntie!"

In front of her, any lies were useless!

He had known this all along, yet he had still been foolishly hopeful...

Tang Yuehua said irritably, "Come on, what's it this time?"

Pausing, she continued, "Wait, let me guess— it has to do with Xu Sheng, right?"

Tang San's eyes widened in surprise as he exclaimed, "Aunt, how did you know? Could it be that you also know about Brother Sheng leaving the Tiandou Empire Palace?"

Tang Yuehua propped up her chin, pondering, "Xu Sheng left the Tiandou Empire Palace? I see!"

No wonder this little guy has been so listless; it turns out that his only friend has left!

Once Tang San realized he had been tricked into revealing more than he intended...

He said with a dark expression, "Aunt, is it really okay for you to trick me into talking like that?"

Sometimes his aunt was not all that reliable!

Tang Yuehua laughed, "Isn't it because I'm worried about you? Since your dad entrusted you to me, I naturally can't let anything happen to you!"

Tang San felt a thump in his heart, muttering, "But for something like this, there's nothing even you can do, right?"

After all, even the Crown Prince was unwilling to share any information about Brother Sheng's whereabouts!!

What could his aunt, the Chief of the Moon Pavilion, possibly do?

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