339: assassination

The supported Liang Long stumbled back to his Eastern Palace and stuffed handfuls of Medicinal Pills into his mouth.

At this moment, his eyes were bloodshot; everything he had done in the illusion earlier had been seen clearly by everyone.

He naturally knew what beastly things he had done, but at that time, he could no longer distinguish between illusion and reality; he only felt that his life was under extreme threat.

But he knew how to save himself, and that was by using an Evil Cultivator's Cultivation Technique. He had obtained this technique by chance, and because it was very powerful in his memory, it naturally manifested that way in the illusion.

He had sacrificed the lives of the entire Sect for his own survival. Such beastly behavior was witnessed by everyone; it was a massive public humiliation!

"Even if I have no way to enter the Immortal Sect, I absolutely cannot let that wench join. I must kill her!"

Liang Long's eyes were filled with murderous intent, looking extremely terrifying.

"Immediately dispatch all Powerhouses and find every possible way to kill that wench! She must die; I must have her dead."

As soon as Liang Long finished speaking, a Eunuch approached and whispered a few words in his ear.

Liang Long immediately showed a look of great joy; as long as he had the chance to kill that wench, it was enough!

At the testing grounds, the last few people had also finished their tests. This single test had filtered out nearly a third of the participants.

Only those remaining were qualified to enter the Immortal Sect.

In such a vast empire, ultimately fewer than 100 people joined the Sect.

The others could only find work within the branch offices.

Li Haotian yawned; he was naturally among this group of Disciples.

He casually gave a signal to that Disciple, and the other knew exactly what to do.

"All of you may now join my Heavenly Profound Sect. Next, you will have one month to say goodbye to your relatives. Return here in one month."

"At that time, I will lead you to the Sect."

After speaking, the Disciple vanished on the spot, leaving the five hundred-plus people remaining to cheer with joy.

Li Haotian walked over to Liang Yun's side.

"Aren't you going back to the palace to say goodbye to your family? Even if you don't say goodbye to your Imperial Father, you should at least say goodbye to your mother."

Liang Yun nodded, her expression somewhat dim.

"Thank you, Young Master, for your help these past few days. Let us meet here again after some time."

Li Haotian shook his head upon hearing this.

"I have no relatives or friends to say goodbye to. I want to go back to the palace with you. Tell me how people usually live in the palace; I am still quite curious about such things."

Li Haotian pestered her relentlessly until she finally relented, willing to take him back to the palace to see her Empress Mother.

That fellow Liang Long's attitude was so frivolous, and his heart was exceptionally narrow-minded.

He would never allow a situation where he failed the test but his sister passed.

Such a situation was extremely threatening to him; after all, he was very cautious and would immediately eliminate anything that posed a threat to his throne.

In his eyes, his sister was now his greatest enemy.

If Liang Yun went back to visit her family, that guy would definitely take action.

Since Li Haotian was brazenly staying by her side, he naturally intended to reveal his Cultivation and identity, and then formally take her as his Disciple.

He needed to cultivate this Disciple's Heart-Nature; she was far too weak or perhaps too kind. Against enemies who wanted to harm or kill her, she must not show any mercy, otherwise, it would surely lead to disaster.

The two arrived together at the palace gates, and they entered the palace easily based on her identity.

"Princess, you have returned. Your Empress Mother and Imperial Father are currently waiting for you in the Imperial Garden."

The Eunuch's voice was very high-pitched. After delivering the information, he led the way. The two followed the Eunuch to a quiet garden with lush plants, many flowers, and a small artificial lake.

Li Haotian couldn't help but marvel that this Emperor truly knew how to enjoy himself. Building a garden on such a prime piece of land—if it were turned into a commercial street, it would likely be very prosperous. Of course, that was unrealistic, as it was inside the palace.

Step by step, they entered the Imperial Garden.

In a small pavilion, a couple dressed in luxurious clothing sat drinking tea and chatting. Standing behind them were numerous Eunuchs and palace maids.

"Imperial Father, Empress Mother."

Liang Yun stepped forward and bowed to the two of them.

As the Emperor, he must have known the results the moment they were finalized.

This matter had greatly surprised both of them; they hadn't expected this daughter to actually pass the test.

Li Haotian had already noticed that many Powerhouses were hiding within the lake.

Most of their Cultivation was in the Nirvana Realm.

In the distance, a pair of sinister eyes stared fixedly at this location.

The owner of that gaze was none other than the Crown Prince.

Another good show is about to begin.

Li Haotian became excited, took out a handful of melon seeds, and began cracking them on his own.

"Yun'er is truly impressive, actually being able to gain the recognition of the Immortal Sect and become an Immortal Sect Disciple."

The noblewoman gently stroked her daughter's face, her eyes full of relief and joy, though a trace of fear seemed hidden within as well.

Liang Yun nodded, not carefully observing her mother's expression, merely standing there dully.

"Yun'er, you know that Imperial Father has always favored you the most among his daughters."

"Imperial Father knows you have suffered many grievances and hardships while away; Imperial Father can understand all of this."

"It is just that if you join this Immortal Sect now, you probably will not be able to stay by your Imperial Father and Empress Mother's side anymore."

"Can you choose to stay?"

The current Emperor tried to use family ties to persuade her to stay by his side.

Only in this way could he preserve his daughter's life. If she insisted on going to the Immortal Sect, then he would no longer interfere in the events that followed.

Liang Yun shook her head, her gaze revealing a firm expression.

"Since I have such an opportunity, then I will absolutely not give it up. This way, I can rise rapidly, become a Powerhouse in the future, and even protect the country. This is a good thing!"

Liang Yun's words made the Emperor close his eyes, while her Empress Mother showed an anxious expression, shaking her head frantically as if she wanted to say something.

Clearly, her answer did not receive the Emperor's approval. Closing his eyes was not just to block his vision, but also to send a signal to others.

In the next instant, a large number of Powerhouses emerged from the hidden lake water below!