Chapter 836: Chapter 836

Wang Mingyu nodded in satisfaction; Yan Qing’s analysis covered most of the points and was barely passable.

"Although the Ministry of War is responsible for issuing orders, the Five Tigers and Seven Wolves Divisions directly obey me. The Cold Wolf Army dare to act arrogantly and besiege Qingcheng Mountain Sect, that’s already a capital offense!"

"Even if the Ice-breaking Wolf Riders don’t intervene, I won’t keep an army that acts on its own initiative!"

"Back then when the prince was swapped, I didn’t interfere. But now that the Crown Prince is alive, no one can harm him. In this world, no one has the right to touch my Royal Family members!"

"Does your Majesty wish to issue an edict to proclaim this to the world?"

Yan Qing only now realized that the Emperor had been aware of everything all along but didn’t want to intervene in the inner palace power struggle.

Of course, he couldn’t manage it either.

Inner palace fights for favor, schemes and deceptions, it’s normal business; life and death, all depend on one’s abilities.

Wang Mingyu wouldn’t favor any side, nor would he protect any side; this is the Royal Family’s rule passed down through generations.

Only those who survive have the right to contend for the throne.

This isn’t cruelty, but the law of survival for the Royal Family, that’s how it is!

"No need, do not leak this matter for now. I want you to set off immediately, bring my edict to the Northern Territories and deliver it personally to the Guardian Sun King!"

"I accept the decree!"

Yan Qing took the Emperor Wang Mingyu’s edict and was about to turn and step back when Wang Mingyu’s voice rang out again.

"You are a smart man. I don’t want to have to repeat myself. Remember, you are the Minister of War of my dynasty, not for any individual or any aristocratic family!"

"I will remember it well!"

Wang Mingyu waved impatiently, and Yan Qing hurriedly withdrew and left. After a long time, Wang Mingyu sighed with a somewhat melancholic expression.

His own younger brother, Guardian Sun King Wang Siyun, truly was a headache!

The Cold Wolf Army, one of the Five Tigers and Seven Wolves, slaughtered as they pleased, seeming to completely disregard him, the Emperor!

Recently, he wasn’t much bothered about the massacre of Dali Temple and the Shadow Tiger Division, as they had broken protocol by infiltrating the Northern Territories without notifying the Royal Palace.

But the Cold Wolf Army entered the Northern Territories carrying the Saint’s decree. Regardless, they deserved some courtesy.

As for Yang Yulan’s Great River Dragon Crystal, Wang Mingyu intentionally left it there, his purpose naturally being to draw out the Yuwen Family and the Hidden Dragon Army.

Though the exact location was unknown, these two factions of the former dynasty’s Yang Family were definitely in the Northern Territories, that’s unquestionable!

Only the harsh, cold lands of the Northern Territories could best hide their traces. Most importantly, within the Northern Territories was a prince who was not constrained by the Imperial Court.

For the Five Tigers Generals to enter the Northern Territories, it must go through the Royal Palace’s permission; otherwise, it would be impossible to proceed!

The Ice-breaking Wolf Riders fear not the Five Tigers Generals, and even in Northern Territories’ battlefields, they have the upper hand due to favorable timing and terrain advantages.

"Future prospects depend on whether you can understand that piece of edict!"

Wang Mingyu revealed a knowing smile, gazing northward, deep in thought.

Northern Territories, Ice Cold City, Royal Palace.

Wang Siyun was leisurely walking in the garden, with Li Fu following behind, speaking as he walked.

"Your Highness, the Princely Heir has settled the Qingcheng Mountain Sect issue and has arranged Qing Yuanzi True One as per your instructions!"

"In Capital Luoyang, Grand Tutor Gongsun Mingyang has been warned by the Emperor and should remain quiet for a while, with no major moves. As for Minister of War Yan Qing, he’s galloping towards the Royal Palace!"

"Hmm! It seems the time is ripe; my brother is finally coming to see me!"

Wang Siyun said casually while pacing, not surprised. Yan Qing probably brought an edict, and its content was predictable to Wang Siyun!

To enter the palace and meet the Saint!

Recently, too many things have happened: Dali Temple, Shadow Tiger Division, Cold Wolf Army, and the elders of the Zhangsun Clan all fell in the Northern Territories. As Emperor, naturally, a reasonable explanation was necessary.

Though the Royal Palace’s documents already clarified everything, it wasn’t enough to appease people’s minds!

"Your Highness, Minister of War Yan Qing seeks an audience at the palace gates!"

Just then, the palace guard reported, and Wang Siyun smiled, motioning for Li Fu to withdraw,

then personally went out to welcome.

Make a show, make it thorough!

"Minister Yan, how come you have leisure to visit my cold Northern Territories?"

Wang Siyun laughed heartily, striding boldly and teasing, thinking Yan Qing came fast, clearly not daring to delay, directly crossing the teleportation array.

Seeing Wang Siyun personally come out to greet, Yan Qing quickly bowed respectfully in greeting.

"Minister Yan Qing pays respects to Guardian Sun King!"

"Haha, no need for formalities, Minister Yan, please come inside!"

"After you, Your Highness!"

Yan Qing was humble, following closely behind Wang Siyun into the main hall of the palace.

Once seated, Yan Qing wasted no time on pleasantries, directly taking out the edict from his chest and handing it to Wang Siyun.

"To be candid with Your Highness, Minister Yan Qing is here to deliver the Emperor’s edict to you, please have a look!"

Taking the edict, Wang Siyun opened it, smiled, nodding, exactly as he anticipated.

Between his fingers, a flame arose and burnt the edict to ashes, then he smiled and said.

"Minister Yan traveled across vast distances, stay and rest in the Northern Territories for a few days. All expenses shall be covered by my palace!"

"Your Highness, I..."

"It’s settled! In a few days, State Preceptor Xu Mao will inspect the Northern Territories, you may return to the capital with him then!"

Yan Qing found it impossible to refuse, so he could only nod and say: "I will obey Your Highness’s arrangements!"

"Hmm! Someone, arrange a place for Minister Yan, treat him well!"

At Wang Siyun’s command, Uncle Fu appeared, escorting Yan Qing out of the hall. After their departure, Wang Siyun’s shadow flickered and disappeared...

He reappeared in Capital Luoyang, at the National Advisor’s Mansion!

Reaching Peak Saint level, distance no longer constrained Wang Siyun; it was a mere thought to appear anywhere.

State Preceptor Xu Mao was unsurprised by Wang Siyun’s sudden appearance, it seemed he anticipated Wang Siyun would come at that exact moment, as Xu Mao had just finished brewing tea!

"Your Highness arrived just in time to sample my freshly brewed Da Hong Pao!"

"Haha, I came drawn by the tea aroma!"

Wang Siyun readily sat down, drinking the cup of tea in one gulp, nodding in satisfaction, the aroma lingering in his mouth, a truly fine tea!

"How do you find it?"

With a face of pleasure, Wang Siyun nodded as Xu Mao asked.

"The tea is excellent, but..."

"This tea is Royal Family’s exclusive tribute tea; even I cannot indulge in it daily!"

Following Wang Siyun’s words, Xu Mao continued, and Wang Siyun laughed heartily, indifferent to Xu Mao’s straightforwardness.

"State Preceptor’s life seems leisurely indeed, unlike my harsh life in the Northern Territories, where snow never melts and the cold bites!"

"Your Highness, this can’t compare to your Northern Territories, ruling over seventeen cities!"

Xu Mao’s tone held a hint of grievance, directly pointing out Northern Territories’ seventeen cities, not just Ice Cold City!

"Haha, do you think I want this, but isn’t it because of Wang Yang stirring up trouble!"

Wang Siyun laughed helplessly, pouring himself another cup of tea, taking a sip, the mere mention of Wang Yang’s name gave Xu Mao a headache.

"Who is Wang Yang exactly? Even the Imperial Astronomical Bureau cannot predict his fate; under my Heaven Observing Mirror, he reveals no flaws. If he were merely the Crown Prince, I wouldn’t believe it!"

"A fragment of an Otherworldly Saint’s essence, inheriting the full range of original Divine Skills and managing this world’s celestial Dao Origin Force, befriending him is beneficial; offending him is out of the question!"