The fake prince was exposed at the beginning, and I took office as emperor on the spot

Chapter 189 Severing Ties (Part 2)

Before Gu Yuye arrived, he had already sensed the death of his second clone.

Moreover, it was an extremely bizarre way of dying.

He clearly did not sense any of those evil spirits that even one of his clones could not defeat. In fact, his clones had not had much contact with those evil spirits; they were all blocked by his subordinates who rushed to his aid.

However, with the increasing number of attacks from evil spirits, he inevitably had to fight against them.

In a fight, being attacked is inevitable.

In that short period of time, his clone suddenly died without any warning!

Although those evil attacks were troublesome, they were by no means fatal, and could not possibly kill a third-rank cultivator instantly.

Only someone of the second rank can accomplish such a thing!
Moreover, he wasn't just an ordinary third-rank official...

And after his clone died, those evil spirits immediately broke free from the Nine Nether Rift, clearly with a very clear purpose: to kill him.

Gu Yuye became even more certain that Gu Fangchen was the one who did it!

On the night he and Gu Yuandao returned to the Prince's Mansion, his first clone died inexplicably.

Ding Xingfeng is nothing more than a decoy used by this little beast to create a false impression.

From any perspective, these two could not possibly be master and disciple.

Aside from protecting Gu Fangchen, Ding Xingfeng rarely appears in public and seems unwilling to let people know that he has returned to public life.

If he had truly come to his senses and decided to take on a disciple, his reaction would never have been like this… It would have been more like he was making some kind of deal with the latter out of self-interest.

So, in other words, Ding Xingfeng and Gu Fangchen were not actually the unbreakable alliance that Gu Yuye had previously thought.

Knowing the details of the deal between Ding Xingfeng and Gu Fangchen would be enough to make Ding Xingfeng switch sides!

Gu Yuye admitted that he had misjudged Gu Fangchen; she was indeed a formidable enemy.

But he never felt that there was anything in this world that Gu Fangchen could do that he couldn't.

Now that he is blessed with the dragon vein and only one step away from the nation's destiny, he will not only be able to advance to the second rank, but also have an army attached to him and be able to use military formations.

He is in no way inferior to Ding Xingfeng back then!

Gu Yuye suddenly reached out to Ning Caiyong not because he remembered his image as a devoted lover, but because since Gu Fangchen was in the tower, Ding Xingfeng must be outside protecting Ning Caiyong.

He was certain that Gu Fangchen was definitely not the real person.

But now, Gu Fangchen also values ​​Ning Caiyong just as much.

Whether it's because of the Sword Pavilion behind her, or for some other reason, the outcome is what it is, and that's enough.

Gu Yuye no longer cared.

Whether it's Ning Caiyong or Jiange, anyone who stands in his way will be eliminated!
The inquiry at this moment is nothing more than an ultimatum.

……

Ning Caiyong looked at the man who was reaching out to her, and subconsciously raised her hand to her chest, touching the small wooden sword pendant through her clothes.

She had rarely seen Gu Yuye so fully armed and heroic. After returning to the Prince's Mansion, Gu Yuye's persona was that of the husband she had always thought of as respectful and courteous. This murderous look was something Ning Caiyong had never seen before in her life.

Ironically, in Gu Yuye's eyes, she had already seen the barely concealed murderous intent.

Because they were certain she couldn't resist and was no longer of any use, they didn't even bother pretending anymore...

At this moment, Ning Caiyong no longer felt heartbroken and sad; these emotions had been completely numbed by Gu Yuye's gradual revelation of his true nature.

She raised her head, her eyes filled with icy anger.

"Gu Yuye, what would you do if I said I didn't want this opportunity?"

Ning Caiyong said coldly:

"Kill me? Then kill Chen'er? Continue to deceive Lianxian and Youren, making them and your good son help you rebel and ascend to that chair?"

Gu Yuye gave her a deep look and said gently:
"Caiyong, in the end, you are the one who understands me best."

He opened his arms, mimicking the affectionate gesture he had used to deceive Ning Caiyong years ago, and smiled:

"I haven't kept many promises in my life, but for you, it's a unique one. As long as you're willing to nod your head, with your face that's so beautiful, you'll still be my queen in the future."

"However, from now on, you will never be able to leave the central palace."

"I will hang that little beast's head at the gate of your palace, letting it be exposed to wind and rain every day, so you can see the consequences of disobedience..."

"brazen!"

Ning Caiyong finally couldn't hold back any longer and cursed angrily, his whole body trembling.

When everything was truly exposed after Gu Yuye tore off the mask, the reality revealed was far more disgusting and terrifying than she had imagined.

The title of "Sage of War" is nothing more than a facade. Or rather, ever since his twenty-year plan was ruined, Gu Yuye has been gradually heading towards madness.

His obsession was that dragon throne!
As Gu Fangchen trampled on him time and time again, he watched as he drifted further and further away from that position, and his Dao heart had long since become distorted.

Now, with this readily available opportunity once again, he has immediately revealed his true colors.

"brazen?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuye let out a cold laugh:
“Throughout history, countless people have plotted to seize power by turning their swords against their brothers, parents, and children. I am merely acting out of parental love and for the long-term benefit of my children. How can I be considered shameless?”

"If you have to blame someone, blame yourself for being too stupid. You couldn't even see through something so simple back then."

Upon hearing this, Ning Caiyong was initially only angry, but then she seemed to realize something and turned to look at the Dugu family members.

She recalled how Dugu Xia had just stepped forward and surrendered without hesitation.

While it's understandable that the Dugu family would be the quickest to switch sides given their circumstances and relationships, their reaction just now was still a bit too fast...

Moreover, Gu Yuye's acceptance was very natural, completely unlike his usual suspicious personality!

Ning Caiyong's pupils constricted, as if he had fallen into an ice cellar, and he took two steps back.

Dugu Xia sighed deeply, looking earnest and helpless, and said:

"Caiyong, what happened back then was for your own good."

"If you succeed, it will only benefit you... You've personally witnessed how incompetent Gu Fangchen has become all these years. Isn't Yuan Dao much better than him?"

"Now that things have come to this, who knew you would be so heartless, not even recognizing your own son?"

Ning Caiyong could be considered half a member of their Gu Du family.

He naturally hoped that Ning Caiyong could see the error of his ways, since no one wanted to truly become an enemy of the Sword Pavilion. If they could win him over, that would be the best outcome...

Ning Caiyong could not believe it; his chest heaved.

"That's the child I raised with painstaking care over nineteen years! You hypocritical beasts, how dare you turn the tables on me!"

She gritted her teeth and spoke loudly, her anger turning into cold stars, her fury rushing to her head. Suddenly, she reached out and pulled a long sword from the waist of the person next to her with a "clang"!
The person next to him was Dugu Yue. Caught off guard, he watched as his sword was taken away, and his eyes showed a hint of shock and disbelief.

How can it be……

The others were shocked and exclaimed:
"Your Highness, please don't act rashly!"

"Your Highness, even a night of marriage is worth a hundred days of kindness. Why ruin your family harmony for the sake of an outsider?"

Ning Caiyong raised his longsword, pointed it at Gu Yuye, and said coldly:
"Gu Yuye, since there are so many people here today, that's perfect, they can witness our divorce! From this day forward, our ties are severed, we are strangers!"

She raised her hand, brushed aside a strand of long hair, and with a flick of her sword, cut it off in a flash of cold light.

Her long, black hair fluttered in the wind, falling into the Jiangling River, and was instantly submerged by the waves and disappeared... They were husband and wife when they tied their hair together, but today they are strangers!
Gu Yuye watched the strand of long hair fall, remained silent for a moment, and then sneered:

"Fine, fine, since you're determined to be that little beast's mother, then don't blame me."

"Guards! Gu Fangchen has colluded with the Demonic Sect, and Ning Caiyong is an accomplice. She is stubborn and unrepentant. I am extremely disappointed in her. Lock her up in the Demon Suppression Prison and let her reflect on her actions."

Ning Caiyong took a deep breath, lowered his eyelashes, and looked at the long sword in his hand.

The long sword was like a mirror, reflecting her face.

Her stunning face was blurred in the imagery, but only her eyes, which had turned from gentle to cold, remained perfectly clear.

The soldiers, clad in their armor, were utterly loyal to Gu Yuye. Moreover, Gu Yuye was now clad in golden armor, seemingly destined for greatness. They immediately chorused, "Yes!"

They surrounded Ning Caiyong.

Dugu Xia still wanted to persuade her, but Dugu Yue took a breath, pretended to step forward, and showed her usual gentle smile, but in reality she was preparing to take her sword back.

"Cousin, why are you doing this? We're family, we can talk things out..."

He was already next to Ning Caiyong, and he was close to the latter in two steps, but the fan in his hand had already quietly pierced out a sharp, cold blade!
It had a faint bluish-purple tinge on it, and it even looked like it had been coated with poison!

This guy clearly wants to use this opportunity to capture Ning Caiyong alive and claim credit for it!

Dugu Xia was fully aware of this, but he remained silent and continued to persuade Ning Caiyong, trying to divert the latter's attention.

A cold glint flashed in Dugu Yue's eyes, and she thrust her fan forward.

"Boom!"

Another loud bang came from afar, like a muffled thunderclap falling from the sky, sending chills down one's spine.

"Pfft!"

Dugu Yue was stunned, her face pale and blank. She slowly lowered her head and saw the blood-red long knife that had pierced her heart from her chest.

Hearing the noise, Ning Caiyong turned around, and his cold and angry expression immediately softened, his eyes bursting with joy.

"Chen'er!"

Gu Fangchen drew her long sword.

Dugu Yue's eyes had lost their luster, and she collapsed to the ground with a thud.

Gu Fangchen lowered her head, squinted her eyes, and saw the long sword in her hand fulfill its long-cherished wish, unleashing an astonishing soaring sword intent.

This unassuming, rusty longsword, pierced through Dugu Yue's body, was soaked in blood, and when it was pulled out, all the rust had been erased by Dugu Yue's death.

Only the pure crimson color remained, becoming the color of the blade.

This blood-stained blade is the real "killing blade"!
……

"Hahahahahahaha—!!!!"

Cao Tianzhou looked up to the sky and roared, laughing wildly.

For three years, he lay dormant in the dark and sunless Demon-Suppressing Prison, almost transforming into a demon.

I never imagined that God would have mercy on me and that I would actually have a day to get my revenge!
Min'er! Xin'er! You can rest in peace now!
As he laughed, tears streamed down his face, dripping onto the two skeletons beside him.

Cao Tianzhou bent down and tightly embraced the two skeletons, lifeless.

Above, Xu Fu suddenly opened her eyes, made a hand seal, and gently pulled back, and a red, illusory line appeared on her slender fingers.

The red thread was connected to Cao Tianzhou, and with Xu Fu's movements, all the causal threads on his body were also pulled out.

At this moment, Cao Tianzhou was like a ball of yarn, which was instantly emptied.

Xu Fu narrowed his eyes, looking at the causal threads, his expression cold and solemn, and lightly rebuked:

"Break!"

She made a sword-like gesture with one hand and slashed downwards.

With a ripple in the void, the red line was severed in an instant, then split into several pieces and disappeared into the air!

……

The "Six Star Lords" were originally sitting on a Bagua stone plate, meditating with their five centers facing the sky, trying to determine whether the dragon vein was real or not.

Although he knew that "Qing" Dao was actually using a fake dragon vein this time, it was just to create momentum for Gu Yuye, and he had also found similar statements in the proverbs he left behind.

But some doubts still lingered in my mind.

If this sixth dragon vein is so important, why did he only leave behind such a brief sentence before?
It should be noted that in the past, some important intelligence was extremely accurate and never had any errors.

Therefore, upon reflection, he realized there might be something fishy going on, though he was unaware of it.

Therefore, after much deliberation, he decided to conduct another simulation.

At this moment, the Six Star Lords' expression changed:
"Oh no! That dragon vein isn't fake, it's real!"

This should have been good news; if only this dragon vein truly existed in reality…

"Damn it! We've been tricked!"

The "Six Star Lords" suddenly stood up, about to notify the other Dao Lords, but his pupils suddenly contracted and his expression turned extremely pale and ugly.

"puff!"

He suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, his body twisted, his right arm swelled up violently, and then exploded with a "bang," turning into a pile of minced meat.

The Six Star Lords looked shocked and incredulous.

"How is this possible... my other 'causal line'!"

"Wasn't Xu Fu led in the wrong direction by me? The disciples of the Imperial Preceptor's Mansion should be in Shuobei right now... Damn it, they're using a feint attack!"

“Xu Fu already knew where my ‘causal line’ was, and he followed me to hide it from me, and then sent someone to sever the real ‘causal line’.”

"who is it?"

The "Six Star Lords" darkened his face, performed another calculation, and then gritted his teeth and said:

"Gu! Fang! Chen!"

Turns out, after searching for ages, it was right under my nose!

The dignified Imperial Preceptor actually condescended to possess the body of the little maid who always accompanied Gu Fangchen!

The "Six Star Lords" were indeed old monsters; their reactions were extremely quick. They let out a cold laugh:
"Since that's the case, I'll just trap you in this mortal body! Let's see how you fight me then!"

"Soul-Locking Array! Activate!"

……

Xu Fu had just breathed a sigh of relief, but his expression suddenly changed.

Many red lines reappeared all around, forming an array, and then disappeared!

She realized something was wrong and tried to separate her soul from her body, but found that her soul was gradually merging with her body, as if it had encountered a barrier and she could no longer break free from it!

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

P.S.: Finally, we've reached Li Fen... This part of the story still requires some careful consideration.

I'm behind on updates (2/8)! How come there are so many more?! I'll make up for it tomorrow!

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