Chapter 174: Xue Ye Critically Ill

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"Your Highness, Emperor Xue Ye has recently made very few public appearances. It seems he is on the brink of death."

In the courtyard of the Crown Prince's palace in Tian Dou Royal City, a young man in golden robes stood with his hands behind his back. Kneeling before him was a middle-aged man.

Anyone present would immediately recognize this young man as the Crown Prince of Tian Dou Empire, Xue Qinghe.

"Is the information reliable? The sudden critical condition of that old man seems rather suspicious," Xue Qinghe remarked, showing no sadness but rather a hint of anticipation in his eyes.

"Your Highness, the news is absolutely reliable. Emperor Xue Ye has fallen unconscious multiple times and is currently only alive due to the effects of medication," the middle-aged man responded respectfully. As a loyal servant, his face also lacked sorrow and was instead filled with excitement.

This man was not just any servant; he was the Snake Lance Douluo, one of the elders of Spirit Hall. And the young man he addressed was actually Qian Renxue, the daughter of the Spirit Hall's Supreme Pontiff, disguised as Crown Prince Xue Qinghe.

"Finally... it is about to happen," Qian Renxue murmured, feeling a momentary confusion.

To take control of the Tian Dou Empire, Spirit Hall had her disguise herself as the Crown Prince and infiltrate Tian Dou Royal City for many years. The plan was for her to ascend the throne as Crown Prince Xue Qinghe once Emperor Xue Ye passed away.

However, as success loomed near, she felt a sense of disorientation. She had grown accustomed to being Xue Qinghe, and the thought of returning to Spirit Hall left her uncertain.

Especially concerning that woman...

Whenever Qian Renxue thought of Bibi Dong, complex emotions surged within her.

"I suppose she still dislikes me," Qian Renxue sighed, shaking her head. She waved her hand, signaling Snake Lance Douluo to leave the courtyard, and then returned to her chambers.

Upon entering her chambers, she was startled to find a figure in blue robes calmly seated inside.

"Who's there!" Qian Renxue's face immediately turned vigilant, her Soul Saint power flaring up as she prepared to defend herself.

"Silence," the blue-robed figure commanded, a wave of immense spiritual pressure instantly suppressing Qian Renxue's Soul Saint aura.

The blue-robed figure was none other than Shui Wuya.

"I am not here for you. However, I need a place to stay for the time being. Cooperate, and you may live," Shui Wuya stated calmly.

Though Qian Renxue was immensely talented, second only to Tang San, the gap between her and Shui Wuya was significant.

"How dare you! I am the Crown Prince of Tian Dou Empire. If you harm me, you will face severe punishment!" Qian Renxue fumed, trying to leverage her identity as Xue Qinghe while mobilizing her soul power to break free from Shui Wuyai's spiritual constraint.

But just as she was about to explode with anger, Shui Wuya's next words hit her like a thunderbolt, leaving her stunned.

"If I were you, I wouldn't act rashly, Qian Renxue."

Shui Wuya's indifferent tone conveyed a profound sense of control, rendering Qian Renxue's struggles futile.

Upon hearing her real name, Qian Renxue's expression changed drastically, and an unprecedented sense of danger flooded her mind!

The fact that she was masquerading as Crown Prince Xue Qinghe within Tian Dou Royal City was known by only a handful of individuals in Spirit Hall, all of whom were core members.

How did this person in front of her, in blue attire, know about it? Could she have been exposed?

In the briefest of moments, Qian Renxue's mind was filled with various speculations.

This person must not be allowed to leave!

Qian Renxue released her Soul Bone skill, reverting her appearance back to that of a woman.

Since the other party already knew her identity, she decided to no longer conceal it and prepared to confront him in her strongest form.

Seeing this, Shui Wuya shook his head helplessly. Despite Qian Renxue's fair and beautiful appearance, she was utterly foolish.

"Boom!"

In the blink of an eye, a colorful spiritual flower flew out from the center of Shui Wuya's brow, its terrifying spiritual power instantly suppressing Qian Renxue, rendering her unable to move.

"Who are you!"

With her actions restrained, Qian Renxue's internal shock and fear reached its peak.

In her perception, although the opponent appeared to be at the level of a Soul Saint, the true strength he displayed was as vast as the ocean, suffocating her!

Before Shui Wuya could respond, sounds of the guards outside the chamber could be heard.

"Your Highness, are you alright?"

Outside the chamber, the armored guards, upon hearing the commotion inside, were ready to burst into the chamber upon Qian Renxue's command.

Ultimately, after a fierce internal struggle, Qian Renxue chose to compromise.

"I am fine. You may withdraw," Qian Renxue, speaking in a masculine tone, dismissed the armored guards outside the chamber.

She knew very well that her life was entirely in the hands of the other party now.

Even if Snake Lance Douluo appeared, given the capabilities demonstrated by the other, he could easily kill her before Snake Lance Douluo could intervene!

"You've made a wise decision."

After the commotion outside the chamber ceased completely, Shui Wuya finally spoke again. With a wave of his hand, he retracted the spiritual flower.

However, at the same time, Shui Wuya left a sealed spiritual power within Qian Renxue's spiritual world.

If Qian Renxue attempted to resist in any way, he needed only to exert his will, and the seal would automatically unlock, dealing a severe blow to Qian Renxue's spiritual world!

Qian Renxue evidently noticed Shui Wuya's methods. Thus, when Shui Wuya released her, the resentment on her face did not diminish in the slightest; it only grew stronger.

"Your chambers belong to me for the time being. Once I've dealt with this matter, you'll have your freedom back," Shui Wuya said, paying no attention to Qian Renxue's resentful gaze.

If looks could kill, he would have died countless times over by now.

"Who are you?"

Qian Renxue asked for Shui Wuyai's identity for the third time, deeply shaken by his formidable strength. She speculated that he likely hailed from one of the top-tier forces.

"You need not know my identity. Just know this: as long as you obediently comply, I won't kill you," Shui Wuya waved his hand, clearly not intending to reveal his true identity to Qian Renxue.

"If Spirit Hall learns of what you've done today, the Pontiff won't spare you."