Chapter 62 Emperor Xue Ye's Arrangement, Liu Erlong's Shock (4000)_1

In the vast hall, only Emperor Xue Ye and Xue Qinghe remained.

When Emperor Xue Ye revealed his thoughts, Xue Qinghe forgot to breathe.

What's happening?

Why had Emperor Xue Ye suddenly made such a decision?

This is...

Too good to be true!

Xue Qinghe was incredibly excited inside, but his face showed shock and deep sorrow.

"Father-emperor, how can you speak such demoralizing words? You'll be fine, it won't be long before Mr. Dugu cures you."

He said, his voice trembling.

"Foolish child, if it could have been cured, it would have been cured long ago. Why else would it have been delayed until now?"

Emperor Xue Ye shook his head and chuckled bitterly, "Actually, there's a reason why your father-emperor is doing this. I don't want to drag down the Empire because of me."

Thereafter, he recounted what Du Gu Bo had told him to Xue Qinghe.

Xue Qinghe was shocked, "What? To maintain your condition, it costs that much?"

You should know, Tiandou Empire's annual tax revenue is only a few billion, and after deducting various expenditures for the people's welfare, even less enters the national treasury.

But the expenses for Emperor Xue Ye's treatment would cost tens of millions?

That's terrifying!

"Ah, tens of millions are just the beginning, it will only get higher in the future."

Emperor Xue Ye sighed, "But it's just as well. This has made me determined about some matters that I want to settle for you before I pass away."

"Father-emperor, don't give up on treatment. Even if it costs upwards of a billion, our Tiandou Empire can afford it."

"There's no need."

Facing Xue Qinghe's persistence, Emperor Xue Ye shook his head.

His eyes, weathered by hardship, seemed to have already seen through worldly matters, "I've called you here only to inform you of my decision, not to ask for your opinion. And there are a few matters I need to entrust to you."

"Your son listens intently to your instruction!"

Xue Qinghe bowed his head, saying nothing more.

"The first matter is, you need to change your temperament. You can't treat everyone with courtesy. As the Crown Prince, the future ruler of the Empire, you need to be tougher. Even towards Xue Xing or your brother, Avalanche, you must do the same."

Xue Qinghe's pupils suddenly constricted, "But, they're still members of the royal household..."

"Which emperor didn't climb to the throne over the bones of his brothers? Xue Xing is constantly suppressing you, wanting to promote Avalanche to the throne. Then you should push back fiercely. After all, you are the heir I have chosen, and I am supporting you from behind."

Despite being bedridden, Emperor Xue Ye spoke with a resonant voice.

"Your son understands."

Xue Qinghe fell silent for a moment before replying solemnly.

In fact, what Emperor Xue Ye didn't know was that over these past years, Xue Qinghe had long been plotting to eliminate Xue Xing and Avalanche, afraid that any drastic actions would arouse Emperor Xue Ye's suspicion.

But now, there was no need.

"The second matter is that you need to find ways to strengthen your power. Don't think that Ning Fengzhi, your teacher, can intervene in internal royal affairs. Look at Prince Xue Xing's mansion, with Poison Douluo as a guest elder. You don't have such top-notch warriors by your side. If Xue Xing would strike at you in the shadows... it'd be hard to defend against."

Emperor Xue Ye added, voicing his greatest concern.

Poison Douluo, huh?

Xue Qinghe kept a placid face but sneered scornfully in his heart.

Did they really think that Porcupine Douluo lurking by his side was a vegetarian?

That one had Poison Douluo thoroughly countered. If Poison Douluo dared to make a move on him, it would truly be a death wish.

Seeing Xue Qinghe's silence, Emperor Xue Ye continued, "However, we had no recourse before. Now, the emergence of Qin Xiao is a turning point. I've learned from the description of Dream Divine Machine that Qin Xiao must be a strong warrior whom even Poison Douluo fears. If he is there to protect you, I can rest easy."

"But hasn't Uncle Wang already been sent to recruit Qin Xiao?"

"That's impossible." Emperor Xue Ye shook his head slightly, "Qin Xiao is a young man who will not tolerate sand in his eyes. Remember, if you are to meet him, you must lower your stance, and you must offer enough benefits."

"May I ask, Father-emperor, what kind of benefits would sway him?" Xue Qinghe inquired.

"He can name any condition. As long as he joins your camp or becomes a guest elder of the Tiandou Empire, even if it is the National Treasure, it can be given to him."

"What!"

Xue Qinghe was shocked; he hadn't expected Emperor Xue Ye to be willing to pay such a hefty price.

"His future is limitless; he may not have such value today, but he will certainly have it in the future. Qinghe, you need to take a longer view."

"Thank you for the advice, Father-emperor. Your son understands."

Xue Qinghe said respectfully.

"The last matter is that you must be very careful."

"Protect yourself well and do not give Xue Xing the opportunity. I even suspect my condition might be the result of Xue Xing secretly instructing Du Gu Bo."

Emperor Xue Ye solemnly entrusted him.

"Father-emperor, is this really true?"

Xue Qinghe's eyes widened, as if he had discovered a new world.

"Surprising, isn't it?"

Emperor Xue Ye remained calm, and even Xue Qinghe could see the pain on Emperor Xue Ye's face.

"It's laughable. Previously, I suspected Xue Xing, Avalanche, even you."

"But today, I'm certain, the likelihood of Xue Xing being responsible is the highest. After all, once I started using golden soul coins to sustain my life, he had the most to gain."

Emperor Xue Ye declared confidently.

He also believed that Xue Xing, after years of scheming, was finally revealing his fangs.

Xue Xing, oh Xue Xing, you must bear this burden whether you like it or not; after all, it's your imperial brother who's making you bear it... Xue Qinghe chuckled to himself.