LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 82
Chapter 82: Gu Chuan, remember, don’t mess with Prince Bei.
“Prince Bei, this is my fault. I was responsible for welcoming them and didn’t have the chance to inform them about the capital’s rules, which led to this misunderstanding.”
Kong Yu could only try to take the blame onto himself.
Otherwise, based on his understanding of Qin Bei,
even if Gu Chuan were a prince from another country, he would definitely face a bad outcome.
If the two ended up opposing each other, he, stuck in the middle, would be the most uncomfortable.
“And Gu Chuan only rushed over after noticing something was wrong with his men; it was definitely not intentional.”
Qin Bei wouldn’t claim to fully understand Kong Yu, but he was familiar enough.
Kong Yu wouldn’t protect outsiders like this.
“Let’s clear it up, what’s going on?”
It’s a rarity for a prince from another country to visit Great Xia.
Especially for those hailing from countries surrounding Great Xia; they dare not come at all.
Because they fear they may not return.
Kong Yu hesitated for a moment, then finally used a voice transmission: “Not many people know about this matter yet. With your status, it should be fine for you to be informed.”
“The Ancient Beast Kingdom has surrendered. In a year at most, its territory will be merged into our Great Xia, and the Ancient Beast Kingdom will become a thing of the past.”
“However, this news is still under wraps for now; Gu Chuan and his men are unaware. They came this time for the royal tomb trial, and they only received this opportunity because their entire nation pledged allegiance.”
Upon hearing this, Qin Bei was quite astonished.
Great Xia hasn’t expanded in a hundred years.
Now that the Ancient Beast Kingdom has surrendered, it means his father is once again contemplating territorial expansion.
Thinking this through, Gu Chuan standing before him really can’t be touched, but he also can’t let him off so easily.
“Those servants didn’t utter anything disrespectful, so we’ll handle them leniently; their cultivation will be abolished, and they’ll be imprisoned.”
“As for you…”
Qin Bei looked at Gu Chuan.
At this moment, Gu Chuan had completely lost his earlier confidence.
Feeling Qin Bei sizing him up, he couldn’t help but feel a shiver run down his spine.
“You didn’t insult Great Xia, but you were riding a monster in the streets, so your mount will be confiscated.”
“Brother Kong.”
Gu Chuan turned to Kong Yu, his face a mask of despair.
Qin Bei’s decision not only abolished his war servant but also confiscated his beloved mount.
After all, Gu Chuan was a prince of the Ancient Beast Kingdom; how could he endure such humiliation?
Before Kong Yu could plead again,
Qin Bei’s expression darkened.
“Not satisfied? Fine, I won’t confiscate the war beast. Just take it straight to my Prince Bei’s mansion and hand it over to the steward to have it killed. It’ll be a delightful taste-test of a monster with Ancient Beast blood.”
Qin Bei’s decisive words excited those around him.
Dealing with such self-righteous individuals calls for a proper lesson.
“Kong…”
“Just keep quiet and do as Prince Bei wishes.”
Kong Yu became anxious.
He truly feared that if Gu Chuan continued speaking, Qin Bei would turn against him and cripple him.
Other princes might ponder the consequences and dare not offend others or provoke the Emperor of Xia.
But Prince Bei dared.
When he’s in a bad mood, he truly doesn’t recognize kin.
The worst part is that no one can really do anything to him…
“It’s just a trivial matter; everyone disperse.”
Qin Bei waved his hand, saying.
The crowd around him began to disperse.
Huff~
Kong Yu breathed a sigh of relief; this situation had finally passed.
“Prince Bei really is magnanimous…”
Kong Yu wanted to flatter him, remarking on Qin Bei’s generosity.
However, the very next moment…
Two of Gu Chuan’s six war servants instantly froze into ice sculptures.
Then, they shattered into countless pieces.
Kong Yu: This…
The people who had just dispersed couldn’t help but turn back to gawk.
“Xiao Xuan, did you see that? When he says something, he means it! Anyone daring to criticize Great Xia in the capital is bound to face this outcome.”
“Oh~ I’ll remember that.”
With a tall and a short one, they left the street.
Leaving behind a bewildered Kong Yu and Gu Chuan.
“What… what… who is this person? Wasn’t it agreed that we’d just abolish his cultivation?”
Gu Chuan was so agitated he could barely articulate his words.
“Indeed, but the prerequisite was not to speak ill of Great Xia. Clearly, your two subordinates spoke out of turn.”
“This… Brother Kong, who on earth is this person? Why is he so arrogant?”
“Eh… you’ll find out soon enough, but before that, it’s best to follow what Prince Bei said. Your mount will only become food at this point.”
Kong Yu spread his hands in resignation.
Though internally, he was quite pleased.
Those who dare to slander Great Xia should meet such an end.
“Only Prince Bei in Great Xia possesses such courage; if it were anyone else, it’d probably be a situation of making a big deal small and a small deal disappear.”
Kong Yu mused within his heart.
He instantly felt that Prince Bei was much stronger than other princes.
“Is this truly the only choice?”
“If you want to leave Great Xia intact, it should be the only option. Otherwise, even if His Majesty speaks up for you, it’ll likely only serve a cosmetic effect, and behind the scenes, who knows how badly you might be taken advantage of.”
“Ah?!”
Gu Chuan was utterly stunned.
He never expected to meet such a ruthless character upon arriving in Great Xia.
He came hoping to acquire high-grade techniques, but it feels like Great Xia is out for his life.
In an instant, Gu Chuan firmly imprinted Qin Bei’s image in his mind.
It would be safer to steer clear of him in future encounters.
……
This little incident didn’t dampen the spirits of Qin Bei and Qin Xuan.
Once they left, they headed straight for the Falling Phoenix Tower.
“Sir, please show some leniency! My grandfather has lived for over 200 years and is now on the brink of death, just wanting to go in and take a look! I swear it’s just for a glance; I won’t do anything!”
“Sir, I… I’m already beyond saving… my time is short… my only wish in life is to enter Falling Phoenix Tower and see… to watch a dance… please, kind sir!”
“Sir, I’m willing to sell myself as a slave to serve the courtesan. If you let me go west, I won’t go east; please, accept me!”
“Sir, I’m a scholar from afar; I’m sure to pass the imperial exam! Could you lend me money first, and I’ll pay back double later?”
……
Every day outside Falling Phoenix Tower gathers a group of such despondent lsp (lecherous schemers).
Each one broke, desperate to enter Falling Phoenix Tower, they’ll practically try anything.
They’ve thought of every possible approach known to humankind.
And they keep seeking ways no one has ever considered…
“Get lost, get lost! A bunch of unreliable peons! You want to enter Falling Phoenix Tower? Easy, just show us the money! If you can’t even produce 10,000 spirit stones, how do you think you’ll enter?”
The doormen at Falling Phoenix Tower are all women.
And they are quite stunning.
Dealing with these lsp, she’s wholly at ease.
The lsp are also polite enough to know when to advance and retreat; they don’t bother doing anything else.
In any case, they just stand outside, gazing inside.
Falling Phoenix Tower is seldom concerned with those trying to get in through subterfuge.
If they truly had the ability to sneak in, Falling Phoenix Tower would even grant them a VIP card.
“Young Master, this is your first time here, isn’t it? We need you to demonstrate your financial power here.”
When Qin Bei and Qin Xuan arrived, the gatekeepers immediately focused their attention on them.
Though they didn’t recognize Qin Bei,
just the attire of Qin Bei and Qin Xuan, coupled with Qin Bei’s looks,
was enough to earn them a warm reception.
Qin Bei nodded.
Other entertainment venues might frustrate patrons by demanding to showcase their wealth at the entrance.
But Falling Phoenix Tower is an exception.
Because poor folks truly can’t afford it.