The number one rebel of the Great Wu

The old warrior was incredibly arrogant. When he saw someone riding by on horseback, he simply raised his hand and pulled him away.

The unfortunate merchant was pulled off his horse and thrown onto the muddy ground.

Before they could even see what was happening, the old warrior had already ridden his horse and galloped away.

He was stunned to find someone stealing his horse in broad daylight.

The Japanese merchants around them were also dumbfounded. They stared at the departing figure, racking their brains but unable to recall when they had seen this person on the ship.

"The emblem on that person's clothes looks so familiar!"

"It looks like the crest of the Yamagami family!"

"The Yamagami family... isn't that the Sword Saint's family crest?"

The Japanese merchants looked at each other in bewilderment.

The Japanese swordsman, Yamausa Fubuki, a great figure whom they could not even see in their own country, actually met them in the Great Wu Kingdom.

Judging by his age and appearance...

It seems there is no other samurai who fits this description!

……

Inside the palace.

As soon as Xiao Jingtian came out of Consort Li's palace, he saw a man in black rushing towards him.

His expression suddenly changed, and he immediately dismissed the eunuchs and maids accompanying him, going to meet them alone.

"Your Majesty, the Ancestor requests your presence."

Xiao Jingtian frowned slightly; what he had been worried about had finally come to pass!

"Alright, lead the way!"

Inside a forbidden courtyard of the imperial palace.

Xiao Jingtian straightened his clothes and face, and respectfully knocked on the door.

Inside the room, Xiao Yun's calm voice rang out.

"Come in."

Xiao Jingtian quickly pushed open the door and immediately saw Xiao Yun sitting cross-legged on a cloud, looking calm and even with a rosy complexion.

"Grand Ancestor, why did you suddenly call me 'I'?"

As the emperor above all others in the Great Wu Kingdom, the only person who could make him feel fear was this ancestor who had been there since the founding of the kingdom.

"There's something I didn't finish talking about last time, and I need to tell you about it now."

"Little Tian, ​​as you know, I have been in seclusion for so many years, and my lifespan is already nearing its end."

"To be able to comprehend the Limitless Sword Intent at the last moment is already a great achievement."

"These are the 'Limitless Sword' that I wrote with all my might throughout my life, and the 'Wuhuan Gong' that I practiced."

"Keep them safe, and while you're at it, find me a qualified successor."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jingtian panicked.

He knew that Xiao Yun had come here specifically to settle his affairs before his death.

Since Xiao Yun, the Great Wu Kingdom has not produced another master.

The nation's strength is so stable, which is inextricably linked to Xiao Yun's support behind the scenes.

If Xiao Yun leaves...

"Ancestor!"

Xiao Jingtian's voice trembled.

"Don't be afraid, you won't die anytime soon."

"You must hurry up with your war against the Di people and the Japanese."

"This old man's bones can only live for another year or two at most."

"No time to let those juniors go off and cause trouble."

Xiao Jingtian nodded tremblingly.

"Understood, Ancestor."

"There's one more thing."

"I investigated that evil person at Beiqing Temple and found some clues in the capital."

"I'm afraid someone has infiltrated the palace. If I were here, you could rest easy."

"Once I'm gone, those villains will surely emerge from the shadows."

"Ideally, you should investigate this matter thoroughly during this period."

Xiao Jingtian nodded again.

"Don't look at me with that death-defying expression."

"By the way, which of your princes do you fancy?"

Xiao Yun's question was practically a direct inquiry into Xiao Jingtian's candidacy.

Facing Xiao Yun, Xiao Jingtian naturally dared not hide anything.

"In my heart, there are only two candidates."

"The second son is straightforward and honest. Without someone to assist him, he might not be able to shoulder great responsibilities. However, he seems to have seen the light today. As the eldest son, he might be a good candidate."

"Although the third prince comes from a poor background, he surpasses the crown prince in strategy and intelligence. However, he is too narrow-minded and complicated, and not upright enough to inherit the throne."

"I have chosen him as my second choice."

Xiao Yun nodded.

"Let's choose the third son."

Xiao Jingtian trembled slightly, a hint of doubt in his eyes.

Xiao Yun surely knew that if the third brother really became emperor, it would cause a lot of trouble.

It's not that he couldn't govern the Great Wu Kingdom well, but rather...

"There's nothing to hesitate about."

"I have visited the Crown Prince, and there is something you do not yet know."

"Your Highness, you have a hidden injury and are unable to perform sexual intercourse."

Xiao Yun's calm words were like a bolt from the blue.

"Then, the child the Crown Princess is carrying..."

"I don't know whose it is either, but it certainly can't be the Crown Prince's."

"Such a royal scandal..."

Xiao Yun slightly turned his head away.

"There's no need to investigate too much."

"Although the Crown Prince is incapable of sexual intercourse, he can cultivate my Wuhua Gong (a type of martial arts technique)."

"He is exceptionally talented, and it is not impossible for him to become another pillar of the Great Wu Dynasty in the future."

"Taking over from me, wouldn't it be much more carefree than being emperor?"

Xiao Jingtian lowered his head and remained silent.

Only a hint of suppressed anger flashed in his eyes.

"As for this third brother, he still needs to be properly disciplined."

"Now that he is in charge of the country, let's put some pressure on him so that he can grow properly."

"Send them to the Northwest together; there may be some benefit."

"Yes, Ancestor."

If it is truly as our ancestors intended, then this is clearly the best approach.

But at this moment, Xiao Jingtian was still somewhat unconvinced.

He couldn't believe it, and he dared not believe it!

"The news of my departure from the pass has probably already reached Japan."

"Just now, I sensed an extremely strong sword intent coming from afar."

"Looks like it's that kid from the mountain, Fubuki."

In terms of seniority, Xue Shuai on the mountain is Xiao Yun's grandson.

His grandfather was defeated by Xiao Yun back then, which made the Yamagami family lose face in Japan for a time.

This led to a deep-seated obsession among the descendants of the family on the mountain.

That means defeating Xiao Yun is the only way to obtain the true title of Sword Saint.

"what?"

Upon hearing that a master like Shan Shang Chui Xue had arrived in the Great Wu Kingdom, Xiao Jingtian was once again somewhat alarmed.

Although Xiao Yun is a master, in his current state, even a slight difference in strength would be insufficient to defeat him...

"We two will inevitably clash sooner or later."

"Therefore, you must find a good successor to inherit my Limitless Sword Intent."

"As long as that person can cultivate my Limitless Sword Intent, the Japanese swordsmanship... hmph."

A hint of extreme disdain flashed in Xiao Yun's eyes.

"Is there anyone suitable to be our ancestor?"

Xiao Yun shook his head.

"You can choose. I've looked at all the royal children, and none of them are particularly good at swordsmanship."

"If chosen well, one is the Wuhua Gong (无患功), and the other is the Wuji Jianyi (无极剑意).

"A single pillar at the gate can guarantee the longevity of my Great Wu Kingdom for another five hundred years!"

"Thank you so much, Ancestor!"

Xiao Jingtian gritted his teeth, and before he knew it, tears were welling up in his eyes.

Xiao Yun slowly waved his hand.

"Alright, you can go now."

……

When he left, Xiao Jingtian's face was extremely ugly.

He returned to the Imperial Study and issued three imperial edicts.

They went to Xiao Ce's place, to the Shen family's place, and to the Crown Prince's residence together.