Chapter 1778

Peidu became more and more chaotic, and the Tang Family's situation became more and more dangerous in the following days, just as Ye Mi had said.

There were several poisoning incidents in the Tang Manor, and one night, the manor was set ablaze, destroying many pavilions and buildings.

There was a violent fight at the time of the incident, and many guards became corpses afterward. The entire Tang Manor was shrouded in a heavy atmosphere.

Without a doubt, it was the work of the Pavilion of Innocence's assassins. In order to successfully assassinate Tang Xuance, they resorted to all sorts of methods.

Fortunately, the Shuiwu Army was very strict, and the entire Tang Manor was even more cautious, so the assassins didn't succeed.

However, they couldn't defend themselves forever. Many officials in Peidu suffered one after another, and some even had their entire families killed. How long could the Tang Family hold out?

After several waves of assassinations, not only did the Tang Family suffer heavy casualties, but even Minister Gu's arm was cut off by the assassins!

In such a dangerous situation, the Tang family was in desperate need of manpower. Gu Chen, the carefree third revered elder, was finally found by Tang Xuance.

Tang Xuance wasn't the only one who came. Tang Gaolan and the Tang Family's second uncle, Tang Xuanci, also came.

A group of people from the Tang Family came to Gu Chen's small courtyard together. They were very sincere and polite. Tang Gaolan placed a peach blossom that seemed to have just been plucked, with dewdrops still on it, on the stone table in front of Gu Chen.

"What's this?" Gu Chen glanced at it casually.

"I found it in my father's study this morning. The person who left this peach blossom came and went without a trace. This method is very similar to the legendary Taoist Householder Peach Blossom."

Tang Gaolan's expression was solemn. She knew that Gu Chen probably didn't know who Taoist Householder Peach Blossom was, so she explained.

"Taoist Householder Peach Blossom is a state-level killer of the Pavilion of Innocence. He has the ability to take the head of a general from a million troops. He's very famous in the Dark World.

"Taoist Householder Peach Blossom has a hobby. He likes to leave peach blossoms before killing people. Once he receives the peach blossoms, he'll definitely die within three days!

"Now that my father has received the peach blossoms, I'm afraid he'll face a great calamity within three days. That's why I've come to ask Brother Chen to help protect him!"

Tang Gaolan finished speaking, her eyes extremely sincere.

"Please help us, Elder Chen."

Tang Xuanci, who had been acting all high and mighty before, lowered his stance when he saw Gu Chen. He even bowed to Gu Chen.

Needless to say, Tang Xuance had sent someone to ask for Gu Chen's permission before coming to the small courtyard. After confirming that Gu Chen was willing to meet him, he brought a group of people with him.

Gu Chen looked at the group of people from the Tang family with interest.

Ever since he taught Tang Xuanci a lesson when he brought two of his elders over to pick a fight with him, the Tang family's attitude towards him had become very interesting.

Not only did he send a total of fifty thousand Dao crystal and Dragon Ginseng, he also fulfilled all of his daily needs.

Yet, after sacrificing so much, when the Tang Family was repeatedly attacked, no one came to ask for his help. It was as if they were afraid of disturbing him.

According to Tang Gaolan, Master Peach Blossom was the assassin that Ye Mi had mentioned. He was the assassin that Ye Mi couldn't afford to offend.

The Tang family was worried that they would not be able to deal with the Peach Blossom Householder, so they finally thought of asking him for help. However, their servile attitude was thought-provoking.

Even if Tang Xuance had some guesses about his strength, there was no need for him to be so polite, right?

Even Tang Xuanci, who was previously dissatisfied with him, had become like this. It did not seem to be an effect that he could achieve with a little show of his skills.

Gu Chen was suspicious, but it was time to come into contact with the Peiguo court, so he replied with a smile, "Since I have accepted the Tang Family's offer, I will naturally do my best when you need me. Everyone, you are too polite."

Hearing his words, the Tang Family members heaved a sigh of relief. Tang Xuanci even looked happy.

When Gu Chen saw this, he was even more confused. Why was this person suddenly so willing to accept his offer?

"There will be a grand banquet in the palace today. I'll have to trouble you to accompany me to the palace," Tang Xuance said politely.

Gu Chen nodded. Since he had promised to protect Tang Xuance, he had to follow him no matter where he went.

This was exactly what he wanted.

Without much delay, Tang Xuance soon arrived at the entrance of the Tang Manor. He mounted a handsome Water Qilin and prepared to set off for the palace.

When Gu Chen went out, he rode the Unbounded Tyrant Dragon. As soon as he got close, the handsome Water Qilin subconsciously took a few steps back.

Seeing this, Tang Xuance was surprised. He asked with a smile, "Sir Chen, your mount is not simple. Is it not a dragon subspecies?"

"It's just an ordinary dragon subspecies. You flatter me, Patriarch Tang." Gu Chen lied through his teeth. He knew that Tang Xuance was testing him.

Tang Xuance must have heard about the Infinite Tyrannosaurus Rex slaughtering Shao Heyang's group. Even though the Infinite Tyrannosaurus Rex had changed its appearance and concealed its aura, its innate noble bloodline still struck fear in some of the more sensitive monsters.

Tang Xuance's Water Qilin was no ordinary beast. The mount of the commander of an army would not be weak. But because of this, it more or less sensed that the Unbounded Tyrant Dragon was not simple and instinctively took a few steps back.

Gu Chen pondered for a moment. It seemed that the Unbounded Tyrant Dragon's disguise was not good enough. The previous ones they encountered were all subspecies of dragons with low intelligence. He had to be more careful from now on.

Although Gu Chen did not tell the truth, Tang Xuance, who had already guessed his identity, was even more confident in his judgment. He did not ask any more questions and took the lead.

They arrived at the majestic palace. The Unbounded Tyrant Dragon and Water Qilin were arranged to stay in the dragon stables, while Gu Chen and Tang Xuance entered the banquet hall.

There was indeed a grand banquet today. The banquet hall was filled with delicacies and beautiful women.

However, the nobles who had already entered the banquet did not seem to be in the mood. They did not even look at the graceful dancers. Some of them whispered to each other from time to time, looking worried.

"May I ask why this banquet is held today, Patriarch Tang?" Gu Chen asked, puzzled.

Even someone like him, who never left his house, knew of the recent bloodshed in Peidu. All the officials were in a precarious situation. How could they be in the mood to attend a banquet?

"Today's banquet is prepared for the second prince of the Dacheng Dynasty, Wu Lie. He is passing through Peidu, so we cannot neglect him." Tang Xuance's eyes were a little hazy when he answered.

Gu Chen recalled the information he received from the Pavilion of Honesty and immediately understood.

Passing through Peidu?

The second prince did not have the leisure to do so. He was probably here to let Prince Pei make the choice.

Some things were already very clear in the information from the Pavilion of Honesty. The current emperor of the Dacheng Dynasty had been ill for a long time and could pass away at any time. Therefore, the princes competed fiercely for the throne.

Among the princes, the most powerful were the Flaming Sun Crown Prince and the second prince, Wu Lie.

The Flaming Sun Crown Prince was the legitimate heir to the throne. He also had the secret support of the Qiankun Group, so he was naturally powerful.

However, Wu Lie was not weak either. His mother was the princess of the Mist Kingdom, and the current king of the Mist Kingdom was his uncle.

The Dacheng Dynasty ruled over seven kingdoms. Although each kingdom had to obey the orders of the dynasty, in reality, they were all autonomous military and political powers. They had the power to influence the dynasty.

Wu Lie relied on the power of his mother's family. Coupled with his extraordinary talent in cultivation, he was deeply favored by Emperor Sheng. He posed a serious threat to the position of the Flaming Sun Crown Prince.

In the past few years, as Emperor Sheng's illness worsened, the battle for the throne between Wu Lie and the Flaming Sun Crown Prince became more and more intense. The imperial court was almost divided into two camps.

These two princes fought fiercely in the Sheng Yang Region, which was under the direct jurisdiction of the dynasty. When they reached the borders of the seven kingdoms, they did not stop for a moment.

Both of them knew that as the battle for the throne became more and more intense, the one who could obtain the support of the most kingdoms would have a higher chance of becoming the emperor!

Therefore, the second prince, Wu Lie, made his move against the State of Pei.

The State of Pei had always maintained a neutral position among the seven kingdoms, unwilling to be involved in the power struggles of the dynasty.

However, the disappearance of the Luo Gate made it difficult for the State of Pei to maintain its neutrality.

The second prince smelled an opportunity to control the State of Pei. Thus, he ordered the Mist King to send troops to attack the State of Pei. Then, he manipulated public opinion and wantonly assassinated the important ministers of the State of Pei.

He used all kinds of methods to obtain the right to speak in the State of Pei. Now that he had personally come to the capital of Pei, it was time for him to reveal his true intentions!

He came here to get a clear answer from the Prince of Pei. If he did not get a satisfactory answer, blood would flow in the city!

No wonder the nobles in the banquet hall were not in the mood to entertain themselves. It was obvious that they knew a storm was coming!

Gu Chen could not help but look at Tang Xuance a few more times. If the second prince, Wu Lie, wanted to attack the Prince of Pei today, then it was very likely that the Peach Blossom Hermit who was preparing to assassinate Tang Xuance would also act today.

The reason was simple. Tang Xuance's Water Dance Army was responsible for the safety of the Prince of Pei. If the second prince wanted to force the emperor to abdicate, he would have to eliminate Tang Xuance first!

Gu Chen suddenly realized that the bodyguards this time were not to be underestimated. It was even more thought-provoking that Tang Xuance had chosen to bring him along.

"What are you thinking about, Sir Chen?" Tang Xuance asked politely when he saw that Gu Chen seemed to be in a daze.

"Nothing much. This banquet is quite interesting." Gu Chen chuckled and sat down with Tang Xuance.

Tang Xuance was an important minister of the court. Normally, he would be sought after by hundreds of officials at any banquet. However, for some reason, there were very few people who came up to talk to him after he sat down.

Some of the officials looked at him from afar and hesitated to speak. Their eyes were evasive as if they were guilty.

Gu Chen felt that this scene was even more interesting. It seemed that there was going to be a good show today.

Not long after, a group of people stepped into the banquet hall. Many officials hurried forward. Their cordial attitude was much better than the way they treated Tang Xuance.

Gu Chen narrowed his eyes slightly. There was a familiar face in the group. It seemed to be Shao Jianwu of the Shao Family, the uncle of the deceased Shao Heyang.

"Sir Chen, the person in the lead is Shao Jianmin."

Tang Xuance noticed Gu Chen's gaze. He knew that the other party had killed Shao Heyang, so he reminded him.

Gu Chen looked at the person in the group who was like the moon surrounded by stars. It was an elegant, handsome, and beardless middle-aged man.

Shao Jianmin was the master of the Shao Family and an important minister who was on par with Tang Xuance in the Pei Kingdom's imperial court.

(End of this chapter)