C107 Crisis Resolution
"The reason why we came this time around was on the orders of the Grand Elder. We came to ask for an explanation from the Xia Emperor. If the North Wilderness Barbarian Clan were to be annihilated, where would the Heavenly Sword Holy Land be? "
The emperor thought for a moment, then exchanged glances with the senior official of Fifth Prince's bloodline.
He only saw that the old man gave him a document and passed it over to the two Heavenly Sword Holy Land Elders.
"Winning together through cooperation is the way to go."
The simple eight words had made this situation which no longer had any room for moderation shine brightly in the dark.
Xu Yang was also not clear what kind of cooperation conditions were set for Heavenly Sword Holy Land in this document, but from the looks of these two elders, Grand Xia Dynasty had paid a considerable price to get rid of the Xiong Rui Clan.
"We cannot decide on this matter, but I can see that the Xia Emperor is very sincere regarding his cooperation with Heavenly Sword Holy Land. If the cooperation is indeed reached, we will not provide any protection or help to the Sharp Bears. In addition, I have a presumptuous request. I wonder if the Xia Emperor will agree to it. "
"Oh? "Just say it."
The white clothed old man smiled at Fifth Prince and the eighth prince.
"The two princes already have the cultivation base of the Heavenly Passage Realm at such a young age, and their talent in the way of the sword is extraordinary. If they can choose a prince to cultivate in my Heavenly Sword Holy Land, then it would be an extremely important catalyst for both parties to work together."
Xu Yang had clearly expected this attitude from them, so he just smiled and drank his tea.
Hearing this, the Xia Emperor naturally did not object. In his heart, he truly did not want to offend the Heavenly Sword Holy Land, moreover, at such a critical juncture, as long as they paid a price of a prince as a bargaining chip, the matter of cooperation would be set in stone.
"Fifth and eighth brother, do you two have any thoughts?" I want to hear what you mean. There's no need to say too much about the background and status of Heavenly Sword Holy Land. This is a rare opportunity that would only appear once in a lifetime.
"I have trained in the way of the sword for a thousand years and have never accepted a final disciple. If any of you agree to join Heavenly Sword Holy Land, then I will accept you into my sect without needing to pass any examinations, and give you my all."
Fifth Prince and the eighth prince were also very clear that the reason why they were able to obtain such a great opportunity was most likely because of the sword intent taught to them by Xu Yang.
However, this way, the prince who was chosen to be the successor of the Heavenly Sword Holy Land would be disqualified from inheriting the throne.
Whether one would become an emperor in the mortal world, or enjoy the best of fortune in the cultivation world, two paths, two completely different directions, left the two princes in a dilemma.
"Reporting to Royal Father, this is a rare opportunity, but Fifth Brother's talent in the way of the sword is obviously stronger than mine. I feel that this opportunity to increase my Grand Xia Dynasty is more suitable for Fifth Brother."
Fifth Prince wanted to retort, but he found that his path had been blocked. If he disobeyed Royal Father at this time and rejected this opportunity, once Heavenly Sword Holy Land angered the imperial government, and even the possibility of cooperation was torn apart because of this, he would be condemned for all eternity, let alone inheriting the throne.
"Royal Father, I am willing to follow you two elders into Heavenly Sword Holy Land!"
Fifth Prince finally chose to compromise.
The empress's heart was like dying embers. She was without a doubt the most despairing of them all. She had spent more than ten years of hard work just for Fifth Prince's inheritance and all these years of work had been ruined along with the intervention of the Heavenly Sword Holy Land.
Going to the Sacred Grounds was certainly a great opportunity, but it was also accompanied by great danger and uncertainty. If something really happened to Fifth Prince in the future and the empress stood alone in the palace, it would be hard to imagine the future.
"Hahaha, my good disciple, quickly come and greet me!"
The Third Elder had asked for a bargain and opened his mouth ahead of time. Fifth Prince officially became a member of Heavenly Sword Holy Land after his great kowtow to the master.
"Alright, let's end this matter here. The two of us shall part ways here!" This old one is here to apologize to the Xia Emperor! "
As the old man spoke, he suddenly waved his hand. The two broken doors outside the hall were repaired by the extremely powerful sword Qi. The harmonious atmosphere in the hall returned.
"Whiz!"
The three of them transformed into a streak of sword-light and flew into the sky.
Before he left, Fifth Prince left a Soul Impression for Xu Yang and asked him to protect his mother.
With regards to Fifth Prince's fate and trajectory, Xu Yang had long given him some advice. It could only be said that Fifth Prince was born without the life of an Emperor.2
The hundred man sword ball that had been brought over by the two old men had also left with the two old men. They did not make any real attacks on the Grand Xia Dynasty, so the crisis had finally come to an end.
After being tormented by them, the atmosphere of the banquet had long since dissipated. The Xia Emperor dismissed all the civil and military officials in the imperial court, leaving only Xu Yang behind. Within the huge palace, only the Xia Emperor and Xu Yang remained.
"Only now do I understand the reason why Ol 'Five invited you here." If I am not wrong, the sword intent that you have passed on to my two younger brothers is the true reason for calming Heavenly Sword Holy Land. "
Xu Yang chuckled and got up, "I am not as godly as His Majesty has imagined and am not in the mood to participate in this. I am just going with the flow." Going to the Heavenly Sword Alliance is Fifth Prince's life choice, no one else can change that. "
The emperor sighed lightly, "Heavenly Sword Holy Land is not something that our Grand Xia Dynasty can afford to offend. Since it's like this, I'm afraid it's already the best outcome, but …"
Xu Yang raised his head, "Is His Majesty worried about the candidate for the throne?"
"Indeed. The most outstanding ones among my sons are the Third and the Fifth and the Eighth. Third brother's military merits were outstanding, and his ability was the strongest. Unfortunately, he was born in a place where people criticized him. This really couldn't be blamed on him.
Ol'eighth is my most beloved son and also has some love for the family. I can always see my own shadow of myself in him. However, with his personality, he was still somewhat in a bad mood after inheriting the imperial family's great undertaking.
"In comparison, Ol 'Five is rather mediocre and not the most outstanding one. However, it's the most suitable one. But now …"
Xu Yang saw the emperor's bitterness and smiled, "Your Majesty is at the prime of his life and is also the strongest warrior in the entire Da Xia Empire. Why are you always thinking about this matter? Actually, there are some things in which a plan can never withstand change. It's better to let nature take its course. "
The emperor looked deeply at Xu Yang.
"Forget it, I know that you, as an outsider, are not interested in the matters of the imperial court. In short, as long as we are still in charge of the Grand Xia Dynasty, the Tianlan Sect will definitely continue to burn with eternal incense and to pass on its legacy. "
Xu Yang had fulfilled his wish. He bowed towards the emperor and cupped his fist as he left the hall.
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