131: Royal infighting

Within the Xuan Sheng Immortal Dynasty's Sacred Palace Inner Hall, Nalan Mingyue convened an Imperial Family Meeting, specifically inviting Nalan Shu to attend.

"Imperial Sister, is there something urgent that you summoned this younger brother to the palace today?"

Nalan Shu calmly accepted the invitation, looking sincerely at Nalan Mingyue, who had her back to him on the main seat.

Nalan Mingyue gazed at the magnificent map of the Sacred Domain on the screen, sighed softly, and then slowly asked, "A'Shu, since I ascended the throne, how long has it been since we last had a good gathering?"

Nalan Shu: "Imperial Sister is busy with countless affairs, with the world on her mind, so this younger brother naturally wouldn't dare to disturb Imperial Sister."

Nalan Mingyue: "Yes, you are always so considerate and kind to others.

With an innocent demeanor, you always manage to deceive everyone, even me, I've been fooled by you several times."

Nalan Shu's eyes slightly narrowed: "Imperial Sister, what do you mean by that? This younger brother doesn't understand."

"At this point, you still aren't willing to take off the mask on your face, or perhaps..."

A cold wind swept through, and killing intent instantly permeated the palace.

Nalan Mingyue gracefully turned around, her captivating peach blossom eyes now filled with killing intent, glaring at Nalan Shu.

"Or perhaps, thousands of years of pretense have made you accustomed to this false mask."

Nalan Shu clasped his hands behind his back, shook his head, and said, "Imperial Sister, what exactly did you call this younger brother for? Why do I not understand a single word you are saying?"

Nalan Mingyue: "Nalan Shu, you secretly raised private soldiers, colluded with the former officials of the Sunset Dynasty, and attempted to usurp the throne. The evidence is conclusive; do you still intend to deny it?"

With that, a document of charges flew directly in front of Nalan Shu.

"Hmm?"

Looking at the detailed records listed on it, Nalan Shu pondered for a moment, then closed his eyes and lowered his gaze.

"Imperial Sister, are you willing to give this younger brother a chance to explain?"

"It seems you admit it, then?"

Nalan Shu shook his head: "The evidence stated is true, but this younger brother absolutely has no ambition to usurp the throne."

"Nalan Shu!"

Nalan Mingyue's Immortal Realm Peak Aura instantly erupted.

"With conclusive evidence, how do you still plan to quibble? At a time like this, are you still unwilling to admit it?"

Nalan Shu, however, remained calm and composed, slightly turning his body: "Imperial Sister, you are too suspicious. The Sacred Domain is your dominion, and no one will contend with you for it.

It's just that over the years, Imperial Sister seems to have overlooked the suffering of the common people, focusing solely on consolidating power. This younger brother privately raised soldiers and contacted the former officials of the Sunset Dynasty.

It was all to do things for the people, not to covet this Dragon Throne."

"I am the Supreme, the Dominator of the Immortal Dynasty. When did it become your turn to curry favor with the people on my behalf? What do the people of the Sacred Domain have to do with you, a carefree and idle Prince!"

Nalan Shu's brow furrowed, and his steps shifted slightly: "Then how does Imperial Sister plan to deal with me?"

Nalan Mingyue turned around: "If you commit suicide to atone for your sins, you will still be my good Imperial Younger Brother. I will still give you a grand and lavish burial befitting Prince Jing."

"Hahahaha."

Nalan Shu laughed upon hearing this, a profoundly bitter laugh.

"Imperial Sister, for thousands of years, you and I, as siblings, have depended on each other and experienced many life-and-death situations together.

Now, just because of that imperial throne, you want to take this younger brother's life?"

"If you are truly innocent, then prove your resolve with death, show it to me!"

"Alas."

Nalan Shu was utterly speechless. After a light sigh, he shook his head and suddenly said, "Imperial Sister, may this younger brother ask you one more question?"

"Speak."

"How long has it been since you looked in a mirror?"

"Hmm?"

Nalan Mingyue's eyes showed a hint of confusion.

"Have you ever seen yourself, how ugly you are when your true nature is devoured by power!"

"Presumptuous!"

Nalan Mingyue was furious upon hearing this, and the surrounding airflow immediately burst and scattered.

"Nalan Shu, if you don't commit suicide, then I will personally send you on your way!"

With that, Nalan Mingyue raised her palm and gathered her Qi, her body flashing like a silver streak, instantly rushing towards Nalan Shu.

"Helplessness, alas."

With a sigh, Nalan Shu moved his hands, and the Dao Rhyme of Taiji slowly emerged in his palms. In a moment of Fusion, he met Nalan Mingyue's incoming palm with his own.

A resounding boom echoed, and Nalan Shu drifted back three steps, waving his left hand to dispel the Qi force remaining in his body.

Although Nalan Mingyue's body remained still, she felt a moment of surprise when their palms met.

"You are indeed deeply hidden. I didn't expect that after all these years, your Imperial Martial Treasure Codex has advanced quite a bit."

"Imperial Sister, why must you push so hard?"

Nalan Mingyue's cold eyes furrowed: "Nalan Shu, we are from the same lineage, both disciples of Shenjizi. I've always had a question: which is stronger, the Imperial Qi he taught me, or your Imperial Martial Treasure Codex? Today, let's just have a good contest."

With that, Nalan Mingyue again raised her palm and attacked Nalan Shu.

Nalan Shu paused his foot, and the Taiji opening stance rose again.

The moment the two sides clashed, it was the most perilous life-and-death struggle.

Nalan Mingyue showed no mercy in her moves, each one aimed directly at Nalan Shu's vital points.

Nalan Shu, on the other hand, still held family affection in his heart, only defending and not attacking, holding back considerably in his moves.

Every move and stance from the siblings shocked hundreds of miles, causing mountains and rivers to tremble.

After several moves, Nalan Shu was forced to a point where he could retreat no further, and he fiercely unleashed his primordial power.

"Clear Qi Soaring Martial Arts!"

Immediately, an invisible wave of Qi swept out, directly impacting Nalan Mingyue.

"Imperial Heaven's Flowing Clouds!"

Nalan Mingyue retaliated with a palm strike.

The two streams of primordial power collided intensely in the Void Realm, instantly destroying the palace and affecting the entire Sacred Palace.

After one move, Nalan Mingyue retreated several steps, her peach blossom eyes suddenly narrowing.

"The Imperial Martial Treasure Codex can actually counter Imperial Qi?"

"Imperial Sister, when Revered Master accepted us as disciples, he already saw that you were too eager for quick success and profit. To prevent you from going to extremes in the future, he specifically taught this younger brother the Cultivation Technique that counters Imperial Qi."

"Haha, Revered Master truly was biased, to actually teach you the Cultivation Technique that counters Imperial Qi!"

"He never trusted me, why, why did he do this to me!"

Nalan Mingyue's Aura grew even colder, clearly enraged.

Nalan Shu: "Imperial Sister, stop now. This younger brother is willing to relinquish his princely title and leave the Sacred Domain forever. Are you satisfied now?"

"Since you can counter Imperial Qi, then I can even less tolerate you."

Nalan Mingyue's eyes flickered with a calculating glint.

"Not good!"

With a single exchange of glances, Nalan Shu immediately sensed danger and stood up, intending to leave.

But the next moment, a monstrous Aura Pressure descended from the sky.

Dao Rhyme-condensed Qi locks gradually appeared beneath Nalan Shu's feet, directly trapping him, unable to move a single step.

"You..."

Nalan Shu was utterly astonished, seeing four pillars appear around him at some unknown point.

On each pillar stood a Primordial Chaos Realm cultivator, including Lu Qinghuan and Ren Qianxing.

The four cooperated, simultaneously activating a Formation, trapping Ren Tianxing so he couldn't move an inch.

"Nalan Shu, in truth, I already knew that your Imperial Martial Treasure Codex could counter Imperial Qi.

So how could I not be prepared? This Heaven-Defying Source Net Formation was prepared specifically to eliminate you."

A drop of sweat ran down Nalan Shu's forehead: "For power, must you truly be so heartless?"

Nalan Mingyue: "You betrayed me and disappointed my trust. I can only bear the pain of suppressing and killing you.

Don't worry, after you die, you will still be my good younger brother. I will always cherish your memory."

With that, a Silver Sacred Spear descended like a Dragon from the vast heavens, landing firmly in the Empress's hand.

Upon hearing this, Nalan Shu closed his eyes and steeled his heart.

"Imperial Sister, since you are pushing so hard, then this younger brother can only..."

A murderous Aura was released. When he opened his eyes again, Nalan Shu's gaze was instantly sharp and incomparable, completely different from before.

"Break the Cauldron and Sink the Boats!"