Chapter 319: Seizing Power 74

a fantasy.""Put it on, even if you can't fly over walls, at least it will be of some use."Feng Lingxi prevaricated, saying that only she would know if she could use it."Xier, come with this King."Dugu..."Xier, are you still mad at me"

Du Gucheng hurriedly said, "I know I really went too far this time, but..."

"I'm tired, I've been out all day and am exhausted. Could you let me sleep"

Feng Lingxi interrupted his words, Dugu City responded and instructed, "Then you rest well, I'll be back tomorrow."

Seeing him leave with his bowl, Feng Lingxi closed the door and walked to Xiao Li's side. Watching Xiao Li distributing medicinal herbs, she joined her in the task. Xiao Li sent people outside to keep watch; if anyone came, they would be notified.

Feng Lingxi's news of having a bad temper spread throughout the entire estate. Yao Wan'ying knew Feng Lingxi's temperament and didn't go to her. Dugu Cheng even dared not go. That night, Feng Lingxi and Xiao Li were busy making medicine, and the aroma of medicine wafted through the courtyard. Although the maidservants were puzzled, they didn't dare to ask too much.

However, the news quickly spread throughout the mansion. Dugu City arrived at Feng Lingxi's courtyard early in the morning. Upon catching a whiff of the familiar medicinal scent, he hurriedly knocked on the door. Xiao Li opened the door, her whole body reeking of medicine. Seeing the Wangye standing at the doorstep, she quickly paid her respects.

"Xiao Li, Xi'er she..."

"Reporting to my Lord, the Lady has just retired for the night and ordered that no one disturb her."

"Xier, weren't you refining medicine last night"

Dugu Cheng eagerly asked, he really wanted to know, was this medicine refined by Xi'er or Xiaoli.

"The princess bought a lot of medicinal herbs on the street yesterday, and she couldn't sleep until the middle of the night. The princess wanted me to accompany her in refining medicine, but the princess didn't know how. I had no choice but to refine a few kinds of medicines that I learned from the princess before, which made the princess happy."

Dugu Cheng's eyes dimmed. He had thought Xi'er was refining medicine, but that wasn't the case.

"My Lord, the Lady of the Manor won't be going out today. You should go about your business first, and come back later."

Dugu Cheng glanced inside the room, nodded, and said, “Then you take good care of Xi’er. Come to me if anything happens.”

A touch of loss fell upon his heart. Duguo City really disliked Xi’er's indifference towards him. He always felt that her cold treatment was intentional, even though he had been wrong first, he had apologized, why wouldn't Xi’er forgive him

Dugu Cheng sighed, and then saw Huangfu Qingyun walking towards him.

"What's wrong with the Four Kings"

His gaze subconsciously glanced at Xi'er's door, the smile on his lips widening. "Wouldn't Xi'er scold me"

"You think you can see her Xi'er was making pills with Xiao Li last night. They just went to sleep. You can't see her, go back."

Dugu Cheng was in a bad mood and wasn't very kind to Huangpu Qingyun when he spoke to him.

"Since she's asleep, this palace will come back later. Fourth Prince, I wonder if you have the mood to accompany this palace out for a while About Yao Feifei's matter, this palace has some things to discuss with the prince."

When mentioning Yao Feifei, Dugu City calmed down, "Your Highness, please."

Huangfu Qingyun nodded and, accompanied by Dugu City, went to find Yao Wan'ying.

Xiao Li closed the door, making sure everyone was gone, then hurried to the princess's side.

"Your Majesty, the Wangye has gone far."

Feng Lingxi carefully packed the pills and concealed the powder on her person, then stretched languidly.

"Let's take a nap and go out this afternoon."

She didn't believe that Yao Feifei would be able to hold back and not cause her trouble.

Xiaoli looked at the medicine residue on the ground, "Your Highness, I'll clean this up. You should rest first."

Feng Lingxi yawned, she was really tired, having spent the whole night refining medicine. She lay down and fell asleep.

Dugu Cheng and Huangfu Qingyun arrived at Yao Wan'ying's courtyard. The three sat down, and Huangfu Qingyun spoke, "The prisoners I interrogated have confessed. They are not members of the Yao clan, but were sent by Prince Gallo, aiming to kidnap Xi'er. If they failed to capture Xi'er, they would steal the Purple Star and kill Xi'er."

"He's really here for Xi'er."

Still wanting to kill Xier, these people from the Galo Kingdom are truly heartless. They want Zixing but also Xier's life.

Dugu Cheng's eyes were filled with cold intent. Huangpu Qingyun continued, "They want to kill Xi'er simply because the Saint Lord killed Yao Qing. Yao Feifei wants revenge for Yao Qing, but more than that, they desire the treasures of the Yao Clan. Obtaining the Purple Star is their ultimate goal."

"The most precious treasure of our Yao Clan is not something they can just take if they want. Yao Feifei is still too young after all."

Yao Wan Ying fell silent for a moment, “Your Highness, the Crown Prince of Garlos is in our capital. This is a crisis for the Ahxia Dynasty. Have you discussed with your parents how to handle this Also, we need to strengthen defenses and be careful of an attack from Garlos.”

“Father and Mother have strengthened the defenses. Although Ahxia doesn't like war, the soldiers never stop practicing. If a real fight breaks out, they wouldn't fear the Gallo Kingdom.” Huangpu Qingyun spoke, with the implication that if Gallo Kingdom dared to attack, they would fight back.

"If a real fight were to break out, with the current state of Gallotia, the Xia Dynasty might not be their match. Your Highness should still proceed with caution."

He was very clear about the troop strength of each country. Gallo dared to attack the Great Yuan Dynasty, with an army of 300,000, which was no small number. Besides, the marshal of Gallo was a ruthless character. Even if Huangpu Qingyun personally went into battle, he might not be his opponent.

"What, do you look down on the army of the Huang Xia dynasty"

Huangfu Qingyun’s tone carried a hint of displeasure. Seeing this, Yao Wan'ying quickly interjected, "Your Highness, please calm down. The Fourth Prince didn't mean it that way. He has been on the battlefield for years and understands the situation of each country best. Your Highness should not be impulsive."

Huangpu Qingyun let out a cold snort, the displeasure on his face causing Dugu City to furrow his brow slightly.

“If Your Highness thinks what this king has said is unreasonable, then consider it as if this king never said anything. However, war is no child’s play. The Galo Nation is brave and skilled in combat, and has instigated countless wars between nations. They have always been content with the status quo. Whether to truly engage in a war with them, Your Highness should think carefully, lest the people suffer.”

I thought Huangpu Qingyun would get angry and argue with him, but I found that he laughed instead.

"As expected of the War God, the Fourth Prince. You see through everything, this Palace admires you."

Huangfu Qingyun bowed to Dugu City, praising him generously. “My father told me to learn more from you. I was just testing you just now, and there was no malice. I hope the Fourth Prince will forgive me.” After speaking, Huangfu Qingyun sincerely apologized to Dugu City.

Dugu Cheng hurriedly helped him up, "Your Highness is too modest. This king has only learned a bit of superficial knowledge from years of warfare. I'm flattered to be in your presence."

"Your Majesty, would you be willing to accompany me back to the palace Father Emperor wishes to speak with you about something important."

Huangfu Qingyun's words made Yao Wan'ying nervous. Asking Dugu Cheng to enter the palace, his identity was that of a prince from the Dayuan Dynasty. Although the Huangxia Dynasty didn't like war, given the current circumstances between Huangfu Qingyun and Dugu Cheng, she was truly afraid that Huangfu Qingyun would take his anger out on Dugu Cheng, fearing he would get hurt.d a few words, "Maybe I'm overthinking things."He's just going to have a look, nothing will happen. Just wait for him to come back with peace of mind.Dugu Cheng comforted, "Although both Huangfu Qingy...