Imperial Treasure

Chapter 1217 - 710: Upheaval! (Part 2)

Always feel something’s amiss.

For instance, the other party knows Sui Yi possesses the strength of a Great Grandmaster, and although Yuushuu Taro’s group of four are fairly formidable figures, it’s still somewhat perfunctory to send just them...

This only signifies that their real target isn’t here, but rather Li Yuan.

Shi Feixuan frowned, "Their forces aren’t here."

The implication is...

"The ones who came are a bit weak." Sui Yi’s remark immediately struck Tuoba Han and the others, who were panting heavily, their Inner Strength somewhat lacking, leaving those insistently attacking ninjas silently shedding tears in their hearts.

Damn it, you’re so amazing, is that my fault?

With her hands freed, Shi Feixuan furrowed her brows tightly, saying, "Emperor Tang cannot die."

Of course, he cannot die, because if Emperor Tang dies, Li Jiancheng will naturally ascend the throne, unless Li Shimin rebels and kills his brother—which is a last resort.

Moreover, Li Shimin is still in danger; once he has the capacity to rebel, it will be immensely challenging.

Thus, Li Yuan’s life or death directly aligns with Li Shimin’s survival.

This is indeed extremely tricky.

The strategists, including Fang Xuanling, observing in the room, all knew this was a dilemma. Either they deploy forces to rescue Li Yuan, unsure if there’s still time, or they stay to fend off the ninjas to safeguard Li Shimin’s life.

If there’s a chance of turning the tables, the only solution is...

Everyone looked at Sui Yi and Shi Feixuan.

Unless these two can arrive, especially Sui Yi.

"Haha, you are bound to lose today. Once your emperor is dead, our master’s plan will succeed. But if you wish to save that emperor, we won’t mind; Li Shimin’s life is what we want too!"

The ninjas bore a fearless, murderous aura, displaying no intention of retreating. Instead, their killing intent intensified, strengthening their attack!

Shi Feixuan suddenly realized that the true motive of these Dongying people might not be supporting Li Jiancheng’s ascendancy, but provoking chaos by causing Li Yuan’s death amidst the newly established Li Family foundation, inciting a succession battle between the twins. In such a chaotic scenario, other Gate Valves would intervene, making the Central Plains even more tumultuous. Unlike the flourishing scenario following the demise of the inept Great Sui Dynasty, it would be an internal and external crisis.

Shi Feixuan contemplated this, only to find that speaking ninja already fallen.

Sui Yi’s sword was suspended in mid-air, its radiance dazzling.

The fearless ninjas shuddered collectively.

Wang Tong, too, was startled; swift killings by Sui Yi, could this still be the elegant, celestial-like Mr. Sui?

Or perhaps now, she was merely Sword Master Cangwu?

Regarding Li Yuan’s approach, Sui Yi’s demeanor was exceedingly calm, as though... had anticipated it.

"Teacher..."

Shi Feixuan didn’t directly invite Sui Yi to join her, not because she worried Sui Yi might not want to intervene; in fact, judging by Sui Yi’s series of maneuvers, she clearly understood Sui Yi intended to support Li Shimin’s rise, offering maximum safety to her and her friends. However, the ninjas here were many, merely Hong Fu and the others were difficult to contend with; the two must leave one to stabilize the situation.

And that person...

"Time’s not pressing."

Not pressing? How could it not be?

Sui Yi glanced at Shi Feixuan and said, "You deal with these people, and I will handle those two."

Those two?

Hong Fu and the others turned their heads, shocked.

When did these two appear, or had they always been here?

"An Long of Demon Sect, Heavenly Lord Xi Ying, both are one of the Eight Masters..." Li Jing’s expression turned grim; today truly was a day of rampant ghosts and gods.

Heavens! How could they cope with this! If Sui Yi left, they would be wiped clean by the Demon Sect.

Frankly, why were Demon Sect people here?

Looking for Shi Feixuan?

"Coveting more than attainable territory is unwise; ensure Li Shimin’s safety first, yes?"

Sui Yi’s composed tone relieved everyone’s tension, though unusual, none opposed it; they instead believed it was correct, and this was best.

Thus, Shi Feixuan glanced at Sui Yi, nodded, sword rising and falling, together with Tuoba Han and others, commenced a ruthless slaughter to swiftly clear the area, ensuring Li Shimin’s safety.

Meanwhile, Sui Yi’s sword radiance buzzed, Qi Mechanism already locked on to An Long atop the tree and Heavenly Lord Xi Ying beneath.

An Long and Xi Ying naturally heard Sui Yi’s words too.

Frankly speaking, unless Mr. Sui or Young Master Cangwu was truly reincarnated or revitalized like Bi Xiuxin, they would really lose face.

Would they leave facing shame if defeated by such an impressive junior?

So, this battle must proceed, Wang Tong believed so.

However...

As An Long and Xi Ying exchanged gazes with Sui Yi for around three breaths, Sui Yi’s fingers slighted stirred, suddenly smiling: "Mr. Sui’s martial arts are exceptional, we are truly not rivals, just here to watch a show. We even thought, if Miss Shi couldn’t handle the Japanese rogues, we’d lend a hand; turns out, it’s unnecessary."

These words were nice, yet Heavenly Lord Xi Ying moved.

A moment of purple light, an instant of noise.

Sui Yi focused solely on the Qi Force centered on Xi Ying, producing a surging fluctuation, resembling space expanding outward. Countless sharp, soft silk threads intertwined forming a massive web. This web rushed forward, seemingly a lethal net constructed by the Sky Dragon Silk, an elite assassination weapon...

Except, it was purple.

Also a lethal wide-range net.

Thus, Hong Fu and others felt the cold at their throats.

While Shi Feixuan felt the taste of death.

But it was merely a brief moment, then in the next instant, sword shadows formed light, light linked into flowers, each petal’s fluid curve slicing perfectly through this purple Qi web.

The flower of swordsmanship.

A momentary break. (To be continued. If you like this work, please head to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation tickets, monthly tickets; your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)