Immortal God of War

Then.

The State Preceptor didn't have Yan Wei leave, stood up from the dragon chair, and took out the Image Crystal Stone.

Buzz!

Soon.

A hunched old man appeared.

If Qin Feiyang were here, he would certainly recognize him at a glance as the red-clothed elder who was brutally abused by the three Thunder Leopards.

The State Preceptor smiled and said, "Elder Qin, it's been a few days, I hope you've been well!"

"Greetings, Lord Qin Jun."

Yan Wei followed suit, bowing in salute.

Qin Jun glanced at Yan Wei and looked at the State Preceptor, saying, "I wondered who it was, turns out it's you."

Even when facing the current State Preceptor, his demeanor was unbelievably arrogant.

"Just a mere scribe, what arrogance?"

The State Preceptor snorted coldly to himself, but on the surface, he appeared flattering, smiling and saying, "Elder Qin, there's something I would like to inquire about."

"What is it?"

Qin Jun looked at him arrogantly.

The State Preceptor suppressed his anger and smiled, saying, "Elder Qin, you are often by Emperor Hong's side; you should know why Emperor Hong sought Qin Feiyang ten days ago, right?"

"Qin Feiyang!"

Upon hearing this name, Qin Jun's eyes immediately emitted a strong cold light.

Seeing this.

The State Preceptor's heart shuddered.

Could it be that this person also has a grudge with Qin Feiyang?

If this is true, it could be an unparalleled opportunity for him.

The State Preceptor asked nonchalantly, "Elder Qin, from your expression, it seems you don't quite like Qin Feiyang?"

"It's more than just dislike, I utterly loathe him."

Qin Jun snorted coldly and said, "I indeed know why Emperor Hong sought Qin Feiyang, and I can tell you, but you must promise me one condition."

The State Preceptor rejoiced inside, but with displeasure, said, "Elder Qin, aren't you being a bit formal with that? Considering our relationship, is there any need to talk about conditions? If there's anything you need help with from me, just say the word, I will not hesitate."

"Haha..."

Qin Jun laughed heartily, gave a thumbs-up, and said, "The State Preceptor truly is a wise man. Very well, I'll be straightforward. I want Qin Feiyang dead!"

"What?"

Yan Wei was secretly shocked.

The State Preceptor was also stunned, never expecting that Qin Jun would hate Qin Feiyang so much to the extent of wanting him dead.

The State Preceptor's gaze flickered slightly, and he asked, "May I ask why Elder Qin wants to kill Qin Feiyang?"

"I was acting under Emperor Hong's orders to take him to the rear mountain, but that little bastard, he actually let the fierce beasts at his side cripple my Qi Sea and severely humiliated me."

"Who does he think he is?"

"A prince who had been deposed, inferior to swine and dogs, dares to treat me with such disrespect?"

"Therefore, I have to make him pay the price!"

Qin Jun said venomously, his face twisted in malice.

"This little bastard, how bold he is!"

The State Preceptor clicked his tongue secretly, looked at Qin Jun, and put on an enraged expression, saying, "Elder Qin is right, this little rascal is truly ungrateful, I also despise him intensely."

"Looks like I've met a kindred spirit."

Qin Jun chuckled.

"Haha..."

The State Preceptor laughed heartily, patted his chest, and said, "Rest assured, Elder Qin, as soon as I find the opportunity, I'll personally deliver him to you, for you to deal with as you wish."

Qin Jun laughed loudly and said, "When the time comes, I'll make sure he wishes for death."

The State Preceptor's eyes flashed with cunning, and he smiled, "Then can Elder Qin now tell?"

Qin Jun said, "Emperor Hong sought Qin Feiyang not to help him or recognize him as a great-grandson."

"Then why?"

The State Preceptor was puzzled.

Qin Jun smiled and said, "To warn Qin Feiyang not to covet the throne; the two did not part on good terms."

"What?"

The State Preceptor was astonished.

He never expected it would turn out this way.

"Is this true, Elder Qin?"

He found it hard to believe as well.

After all, Emperor Hong is Qin Feiyang's great-grandfather; how could he do that?

"Absolutely true."

Qin Jun nodded.

"Good!"

Upon hearing this, the State Preceptor was overjoyed beyond measure.

As long as Emperor Hong does not recognize Qin Feiyang, no matter how potent Qin Feiyang's methods are, or how clever his mind, he wouldn't be able to make any waves.

Qin Jun frowned again, saying, "However, there's one thing that has always puzzled me."

"What's puzzling?"

The State Preceptor grew tense again.

When it comes to matters regarding Qin Feiyang, he dare not be careless in the least.

"Qin Feiyang told Emperor Hong that not only would he not seize the throne, but instead, he would help the young prince ascend the throne?"

"Do you think he's a fool?"

Qin Jun sneered.

"This..."

The State Preceptor and Yan Wei exchanged glances.

Help the young prince ascend the throne?

What is going on?

How could Qin Feiyang be so generous?

Qin Jun said, "I've told you everything I know, but don't forget your promise to me before."

There was a hint of threat in his words.

"Rest assured, I will definitely keep my word."

The State Preceptor said with a flattering smile, and after speaking, he closed the Image Crystal Stone, a murderous glint swiftly passing through his old eyes, and coldly snorted, "Old bastard, strut while you can, I will eventually destroy you!"

He couldn't tolerate any grievances in his heart.

Today, Qin Jun flaunted himself before him, but one day, he would make Qin Jun pay doubly back.

Yan Wei said, "Sir, the matter of Qin Jun can be talked about later, the immediate priority is to quickly find out what exactly Qin Feiyang intends to do?"

"Indeed!"

"This little bastard actually wants to help the young prince inherit the throne? It really caught me off guard."

"However, this boy is elusive in his actions and hard to fathom. It's almost impossible to uncover his true intentions."

The State Preceptor's face was filled with helplessness.

Sometimes, even he couldn't comprehend how a young man who had lived for less than a hundred years could have such a deep mind?

"What should we do then?"

"We can't just sit back and do nothing. Should I continue to monitor the Bright Sky Palace?"

Yan Wei asked.

"Forget it."

"He stays in the ancient castle all day. No matter how long you monitor, there will be no gain."

"Besides, even if he leaves the ancient castle, with his intelligence, you won't be able to find anything out. Don't waste your effort anymore."

"In any case, even if I don't know why he's helping the Prince, it's still good news for me."

"Now, accompany me on a trip to the Sea of Reincarnation."

The State Preceptor said.

"To the Sea of Reincarnation?"

Yan Wei was stunned. Incredulous, he asked, "What are we going to do there?"

"Search for Qinghai Jade."

Upon finishing his words, the State Preceptor opened a teleportation portal and stepped inside.

"Qinghai Jade..."

Yan Wei furrowed his brows and, filled with confusion, entered the teleportation portal.

Also, on that very evening!

Within the ancient castle.

Qin Feiyang's Image Crystal Stone suddenly sounded.

He withdrew his arm and took out the Image Crystal Stone.

Yan Wei's phantom appeared.

Behind Yan Wei was an endless expanse of ocean. Qin Feiyang was slightly startled and suspiciously asked, "Are you at the Sea of Reincarnation?"

"Yes."

Yan Wei nodded.

Qin Feiyang frowned and asked, "What are you doing there?"

Yan Wei said, "The State Preceptor is nearby now, let's speak more."

Seeing Yan Wei's solemn expression, Qin Feiyang also became serious and said firmly, "Go ahead."

"There has been no news of the Emperor these days, and the State Preceptor is quite worried. Thus, a plan was devised this morning in the Golden Throne Hall with Martial Marquis Zhuge."

"Find someone to impersonate the Emperor's corpse and acquire a Qinghai Jade to forge an Imperial Jade Seal..."

Yan Wei continued, but Qin Feiyang waved his hand and said, "You don't need to say anymore. I know what they intend to do."

Yan Wei was slightly taken aback and admired, "You truly live up to your title, Young Master. Alright, I'll go find the State Preceptor first. You handle things on your end. Oh, and be cautious of one person, Qin Jun."

"Qin Jun?"

Qin Feiyang was puzzled.

Yan Wei immediately explained Qin Jun's identity and relayed the conversation he had with the State Preceptor briefly to Qin Feiyang.

"So it's that old bastard."

Qin Feiyang realized and laughed lightly, "Just a Nine-Star War Emperor, nothing to worry about. The main target now is dealing with the State Preceptor. You need to inform me promptly of any updates."

"Alright."

Yan Wei replied, then closed the Image Crystal Stone.

Luk Zheng opened his eyes and asked confusedly, "Cousin, what is the State Preceptor planning?"

"He's grown impatient."

"He wants someone to impersonate the Emperor's corpse and forge the Imperial Jade Seal to deceive Emperor Hong."

"Because."

"Once he sees the Emperor's corpse and the Imperial Jade Seal, Emperor Hong will definitely set a time for the Prince to inherit the throne immediately."

Qin Feiyang said.

Luk Zheng frowned and said, "Isn't this approach too aggressive?"

"Indeed!"

"But the State Preceptor is also afraid that the more they delay, the more likely things might change unexpectedly."

Qin Feiyang replied.

"While the Emperor's corpse can be impersonated, the Imperial Jade Seal was crafted personally by the late Emperor. As the late Emperor's son, Emperor Hong is more familiar with it than anyone else."

"I'm afraid even if they fake it flawlessly, Emperor Hong will see through it."

"He's practically digging his own grave with this approach."

Luk Zheng mocked.

Qin Feiyang said, "But don't forget, the State Preceptor has been beside the Emperor long enough to be quite familiar with the Imperial Jade Seal."

Luk Zheng went silent.

"Of course."

"The main intention behind the State Preceptor's actions is to provoke Elder Qin."

Qin Feiyang added.

"Why provoke Elder Qin?"

Luk Zheng asked, puzzled.

"Last time in the Golden Throne Hall, Elder Qin revealed Zhuge Nanhua's identity outright. With the State Preceptor's intelligence, he must have already figured out that Elder Qin knows the Emperor's whereabouts."

"Think about it, what would Elder Qin's reaction be when he learns of these events?"

"He'd definitely be furious."

"Yet Elder Qin can't speak out. What can he do?"

"In desperation, Elder Qin is highly likely to go to the Nine Provinces to find the Emperor."

"That way, the State Preceptor can follow Elder Qin and locate the Emperor."

"Now that the State Preceptor has started to act, he absolutely won't allow the Emperor to return alive to the Imperial Capital."

Qin Feiyang said lightly.

"Is he going to kill the Emperor?"

Luk Zheng frowned.

"From the moment he took the first step, he no longer had a choice, nor a way back; he must kill."

"Because if the Emperor returns before the Prince successfully ascends the throne, Elder Qin will definitely disclose everything that has happened during this period to the Emperor."

"Will the Emperor still trust the State Preceptor once he knows?"

"By then, it'll probably be the State Preceptor's end."

Qin Feiyang said with a faint smile.

If the Prince doesn't successfully ascend, the Emperor remains the Emperor.

Although the current Emperor isn't as powerful as the State Preceptor, as the ruler, there are still ways to deal with the State Preceptor.

However, there's one thing Qin Feiyang did not publicly express.

The State Preceptor will come looking for him soon.

Because not only do the State Preceptor and Emperor Hong know the Imperial Jade Seal well, he does too.

To forge a convincing Imperial Jade Seal, the State Preceptor would need his assistance.