Chapter 1248 - 1245: Fratricidal Conflict

Pa!

Luo Feng retracted his aura and stopped three steps in front of the dark figure. The residual force of his punch shook the air, forming a fierce wind that made the nearby forest sway left and right, the leaves rustling noisily.

The dark robe on the figure was torn by the gale, revealing an aged face underneath. Yet, in the night, his eyes still shone brightly.

"Elder Hai?"

Luo Feng saw the old man and his eyebrow twitched.

The man in black was the Second Prince’s confidant, Elder Hai, whom he had met a few times before, and who had helped him on several occasions.

"Didn’t expect Young Master Luo Feng to still remember this old man, truly an honor. By the way, congratulations on becoming the First New Dragon."

Elder Hai smiled faintly, looking at the collapsed courtyard wall up ahead, then at Luo Feng, his eyes uncertain.

He remembered clearly, the first time meeting Luo Feng with the Second Prince, Luo Feng was just an ordinary academy student, his strength mediocre among peers, even less than an average genius. If it weren’t for the Second Prince’s unique perspective on Luo Feng, he wouldn’t have noticed him at all.

Which was precisely why, at this moment, Elder Hai was so astonished.

In less than two years, the boy who seemed so ordinary to him had become the First New Dragon, overlooking all young generations of the Canglang Dynasty, his strength so alarming that if Luo Feng hadn’t stopped in time, he might not have escaped unscathed.

At this moment, Elder Hai had to admit he misjudged initially.

"Elder Hai, visiting so late at night couldn’t simply be for reminiscing, could it?"

Luo Feng sheathed the Emperor Yan’s Sky-breaking Saber, and continued: "I’ve heard about the matters in Azure Sky City already, are you here to ask me to help the Second Prince?"

"So you already know."

Still pondering how to begin, Elder Hai was slightly taken aback by this remark, then solemnly said: "Indeed, I’m here for the Second Prince. After the King’s death, the Crown Prince immediately had the Second Prince’s residence surrounded. I’m afraid once he ascends the throne, the first order of business will be to eliminate the Second Prince. Luo Feng, I hope you can save the Second Prince!"

Saying this, Elder Hai knelt before Luo Feng.

Luo Feng waved his hand, lifting Elder Hai up, "No need for this. What I intend to do, I will do. What I don’t intend to do, no amount of pleading will change. As far as I know, among the twelve lords and six king marquises, quite a few support the Second Prince. Why not approach them instead of me?"

"You’re unaware."

Elder Hai sighed, "The Second Prince cherishes benevolence, unwilling to engage in fratricide. Therefore, upon learning of the King’s death, he harbored no intent of vying for the throne. Without the Crown Prince’s orders, the twelve lords and the various king marquises naturally wouldn’t act rashly. Moreover, within the twelve lords and six king marquises, there are also those who support the Crown Prince, and some remain neutral. The forces are balanced, making any move a risky one, so I don’t expect the twelve lords and six king marquises to intervene this time."

Luo Feng nodded, saying: "Do you want me to rescue the Second Prince from his residence?"

Elder Hai fell into a brief silence, then raised his head, his eyes gleaming, "No. I hope you can kill the Crown Prince!"

"Kill the Crown Prince?" Luo Feng glanced at Elder Hai.

Elder Hai nodded, "The Crown Prince is incompetent, and resents virtuous talents, unfit to be king. Now is a time of chaos, if he ascends the throne, our Canglang Dynasty will be in grave peril. Since the Second Prince is unwilling to shed kin’s blood, I must take this into my own hands."

Luo Feng smiled faintly, "You’re indeed loyal to the Second Prince. Fine, I’ll agree to help you."

He concurred with Elder Hai’s reasoning; in the Red Flame Desert, the Crown Prince, to kill him, even colluded with the Blood Demon Sect. If this person remains, it would always be a curse. Furthermore, Elder Hai had shown him kindness, so this could be seen as killing two birds with one stone.

"Truly?" Elder Hai was overjoyed, his eyes glowing.

Luo Feng nodded, "I also have some personal grievances with the Crown Prince to settle. When should we set off?"

Elder Hai, overwhelmed with joy, said: "The King has passed, with seven days of mourning when court is suspended. Within these seven days, the Crown Prince likely won’t act against the Second Prince. But to be prudent, we should depart as soon as possible."

"Then let’s set off immediately."

As Luo Feng was speaking, his gaze shifted abruptly when he heard many approaching, saying to Elder Hai:

"Elder Hai, wait for me at the East City Gate. Go westward, but avoid being seen."

"Alright."

Elder Hai also heard the commotion and, without hesitation, vanished silently into the western night sky.

Whoosh! Whoosh!

Just after Elder Hai left, gusts of wind broke as several figures arrived one after another—it was Li Yuan, Luotian, Yang Qing, Jiang Fengfeng, along with several elders of the Luo Family.

Seeing the collapsed courtyard wall, Luotian frowned, "Feng Er, what happened?"

Luo Feng shook his head, smiling, "I was practicing a new saber technique just now, and accidentally ended up like this. By the way, father, I just received a spirit mirror from the Golden Palace, instructing me to head back to the Linglong Hall as soon as possible. I think I should depart now."

The matter of going to Azure Sky City was no small affair; Luo Feng didn’t want Luotian, Yang Qing, and the others to worry.

"Now?" Yang Qing slightly furrowed her brows.

Luo Feng nodded, "The Hall Master said there’s something urgent to discuss with me."

Luotian said, "Since it’s the Water Palace Master summoning you, indeed there’s no delay."

Yang Qing wished for Luo Feng to leave at dawn, but due to Luo Feng’s insistence, she finally agreed too.

In front of the Luo Mansion.

"Feng Er, write back using the spirit mirror when you have time." Yang Qing saw Luo Feng and Jiang Fengfeng off at the mansion entrance, reluctantly bidding farewell to Luo Feng.

Luo Xiao beside them said, "Second brother, come back soon, I’m waiting for you to attend my wedding banquet."

"Alright." Luo Feng smiled, gazing at Luotian, Yang Qing, and Luo Xiao. He cupped his hands, "Take care, all of you."

After speaking, Luo Feng and Jiang Fengfeng used qinggong and flew away swiftly, disappearing from Luotian and the others’ vision in an instant.

On the way, Luo Feng recounted his encounter with Elder Hai to Jiang Fengfeng.

"No wonder you had to leave late at night."

Jiang Fengfeng toyed with a strand of her black hair, saying: "That Crown Prince is truly insidious, ready to kill even his own brother for the throne. Though you’re not much better, you’re still somewhat preferable to him."

Luo Feng managed a wry smile, wondering why everything seemed to involve himself.

As they spoke, they reached the East City Gate, where Elder Hai had been waiting and came forward at once.

"Luo Feng, who is this young lady?"

Seeing Jiang Fengfeng, Elder Hai quickly inquired.

Jiang Fengfeng casually replied, "My identity is unnecessary for you to know; just know that I will aid you in slaying the Crown Prince."

Luo Feng was already used to Jiang Fengfeng’s speaking style, smiled helplessly, and said to Elder Hai: "She’s a friend of mine, a late-stage Martial Artist of the True Yuan Realm’s fourth level, could be helpful for this task."

"Late-stage True Yuan Realm fourth level!"

Elder Hai took a deep breath, considering her age and cultivation, she certainly wasn’t from the Canglang Dynasty, likely a talent from the Three Great Dynasties, or even a disciple from a sacred place...

For a moment, Elder Hai felt he understood Luo Feng less and less, knowing he associated with such masters.

Simultaneously, he felt a sense of relief; with both Luo Feng and Jiang Fengfeng around, the plan to kill the Crown Prince seemed much more assured.