Chapter 263: The Little Angel Becomes Emperor
Ning Bei sneered inwardly, thinking to himself that this old dragon was quite adept at reading the situation, easily extricating himself with just a few words.
However, today was a significant day for the little angel's ascension to the throne, and he didn't intend to deal with the old dragon here. After all, it wouldn't be long before Bibi Dong would deal with the Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect as well.
"Of course, I believe Sect Master Yu's words. Please feel free to do as you wish. If you wish to stay and continue participating in the coronation ceremony, you're welcome to do so."
"No, there are still some matters at the sect. I shall excuse myself for now."
Seeing that Ning Bei didn't make things difficult for him, Yu Yuanzhen sighed in relief and quickly cupped his hands and left the Golden Dragon Hall.
Meanwhile, Xue Xing and Xue Beng's expressions grew even uglier. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had clearly and decisively chosen to stand behind Xue Qinghe, and now Yu Yuanzhen had fled the scene. The three Soul Douluo under their command were no match for the opposition.
"Your Majesty, today's events are Xue Xing's rashness. Please forgive him. I, along with Xue Beng, would like to stay and observe the ceremony."
"Yes, I, the Crown Prince, am willing to stay and participate in my elder brother's coronation."
Ning Bei turned his head to glance at the uncle and nephew, a cold smile curling at his lips, before giving the little angel a look of approval.
Xue Qinghe nodded and signaled a group of soul masters to enter the hall.
"Come here, Xue Xing and Xue Beng intended to frame me, and they have even shown signs of attempting to usurp the throne. Arrest them and place them in the dungeons for further investigation."
Xue Xing's group was caught off guard by this sudden command. They hadn't expected the Crown Prince to show no mercy. Wasn't this the perfect opportunity to showcase the benevolence of the new emperor?
However, they hadn't considered that they were staging this spectacle right in the middle of the coronation ceremony. How could they still expect leniency?
"No, Qing He, you can't do this. The border still requires the three generals, and clearing out your kin and family members right after your ascension would damage your reputation!"
"Yes, Your Highness, please reconsider your order."
The uncle and nephew, along with the three generals, knelt and pleaded for mercy, but the little angel had no intention of letting go of this fleeting opportunity. With a swift, decisive force, she planned to clear them out, and after taking control of the Tiandou Empire, she would turn her attention to Star Luo.
Moreover, after having been at a disadvantage earlier, all the officials secretly supporting Xue Xing had now revealed themselves. Continuing this charade was pointless. She couldn't remove these people on the first day of her reign, could she?
"Why are you still standing there? Take them away."
The little angel ignored Xue Xing's group and issued a firm arrest order.
After exchanging glances, the three generals suddenly sprang into action, rushing toward Xue Qinghe, intending to abduct the Crown Prince and create an opportunity for Xue Xing's faction to escape Tiandou City.
They thought that after Xue Qinghe's coronation, they would no longer be able to stay in the city.
However, their sudden attack didn't even cause a change in the little angel's expression. This had long been anticipated.
Ning Bei lightly tapped his foot, and the Frozen Domain spread out, instantly freezing the three generals in place.
"To attack the empire's heir in public is a crime punishable by death. Take them away!"
"Yes!"
The guards quickly approached and removed the three from the ice. Xue Xing and Xue Beng, whose soul power was not high, struggled but were helpless against the Soul King-level guard who dragged them away.
"Xue Qinghe, you parricide, fratricide, and brother-killer will not end well!"
Xue Xing glared at Xue Qinghe with a vicious look, cursing at him. Beside him, Xue Beng fully displayed his cowardice.
"Your Highness, it was Xue Xing who forced me to do this. I had no choice! Please forgive your younger brother!"
The little angel merely watched coldly as the two were dragged away and did not speak. Once the hall had quieted down, she scanned the ministers inside. Some were visibly overjoyed, while others looked like they had just seen a ghost.
She naturally understood their thoughts, then turned to the royal family overseeing the ceremony and said:
"Continue."
With Xue Xing's faction falling, Xue Qinghe's coronation ceremony proceeded without further interruption. He successfully donned the imperial crown and ascended the throne.
A few days later, the news spread throughout the imperial court and the common folk alike: Xue Xing and Xue Beng, along with the three border generals, had committed suicide in fear of punishment in the Tiandou Imperial Prison. Everyone knew that Xue Qinghe's position as emperor could no longer be shaken.
In the following days, the little angel only needed to deal with those who defied her orders, and the rest was smooth sailing.
Soon, news came that Star Luo Empire had seized four cities along the Tiandou border. The little angel was indifferent to this; Star Luo's ambitions were trivial, but what she wanted was the entire Star Luo Empire.
"What is this?"
Looking at the tray covered with red satin in front of him, Ning Bei felt some confusion.
"Why don't you open it and see?"
The little angel winked playfully at him.
Ning Bei uncovered the satin, and a faint blue light instantly spread throughout the room.
"This is the Hanhai Qiankun Shield?"
"That's right, it's the so-called national treasure of Tiandou, the Hanhai Qiankun Shield, also known as the Heart of the Sea God."
Ning Bei picked up the crystal-clear, blue, triangular soul tool and examined it closely. He didn't feel anything particularly special about it, but it was hard to imagine that this could be part of a divine artifact. It seemed that only after earning its approval could one truly uncover its powers.
He wasn't foolish enough to probe the soul tool with his mental power directly, as it contained divine consciousness.
"What do you plan to do with this?"
"Do you know Nami?"
"The little girl from the Imperial Combat Team? Your disciple?"
The little angel gently stroked her chin and thought for a moment, recalling Nami's appearance.
"Yes, her martial soul's strength and attributes are a perfect match for the Sea God position. We can give it a try."
"You decide, just don't give it to someone like Tang San."
The little angel wasn't very concerned with who the Hanhai Qiankun Shield went to. As a successor of the Angel God, she wasn't interested in the Sea God position.
"Do you think it's better for me to fully control the Tiandou Empire, or should I first send troops to take back the four lost border cities?"
"The border cities can wait. If we act too soon, it could alert the enemy and reinforce their defenses. We should wait for the right moment and strike Star Luo when the time is right."
"Alright, then I'll send people to calm the local officials in Tiandou's cities first."
The little angel didn't oppose her man's suggestion, as she was thinking the same thing.
"When you have time, go back to the Spirit Hall. Your mother has something to discuss with you."
"Mm?"
The little angel was surprised to hear this, looking at Ning Bei with a strange expression.
"What did you talk to her about?"
"Nothing much, just that after she recovered from her madness, she wants to explain a few things to you."
Her gaze shifted, and countless speculations ran through the little angel's mind, but she discarded them one by one. Perhaps she already had the answer, but she wasn't willing to believe it.
"I see. Once everything in Tiandou is settled, I'll make time to meet with her."
"Alright, there's nothing more to do here. I'll head back and try out this Hanhai Qiankun Shield."
(END CHAPTER)
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