SWDnovel Chapter 34 As if the Emperor himself were present?!
Chapter 34 As if the Emperor himself were present?!
Thinking of this, Lu Tianxing's gaze towards Lu Xuan softened considerably, even carrying a hint of expectation.
If that's the case, then the third prince's value would far exceed that of an ordinary prince.
"It is my honor if Father Emperor is pleased."
Lu Xuan smiled slightly, neither humble nor arrogant.
"This item may be small, but it is very practical."
"May my father be in good health and may the Great Yan Kingdom prosper."
"Good! Well said!"
Lu Tianxing was in a great mood and immediately waved his hand.
"The third prince's gift-giving has been meritorious and has won my favor!"
"A reward of ten thousand taels of gold and a thousand bolts of brocade!"
"Furthermore, I hereby bestow upon you a royal gold plaque. Seeing this plaque is as if I were personally present, granting you free access to the inner palace without the need for notification!"
These words shocked the entire court.
He had free access to the palace, and seeing the imperial edict was as if the emperor himself were present.
This is an honor that even the crown prince doesn't have!
Crown Prince Lu Heng stood aside, watching this scene, his teeth practically grinding to dust.
The blood coral he painstakingly sought out only earned him the words, "Thank you for your kindness."
Lu Xuan casually picked up a broken stone, and yet he received such overwhelming favor in return.
Why should I?!
But no matter how jealous you are, the facts are right in front of you.
At today's birthday banquet, Lu Xuan not only did not lose face, but instead gave everyone a resounding slap in the face!
More importantly, he successfully attracted the attention of Elder Chi Huo of the Zi Yang Sect.
……
The birthday banquet finally came to a close amidst a cacophony of mixed thoughts and feelings.
That spirit-gathering black stone was borrowed by Elder Crimson Fire for research.
Under the guise of this, he shamelessly took the item from Lu Tianxing and played with it for a while. Although he eventually returned it, the way he looked at Lu Xuan had undergone a complete transformation.
After the banquet ended, all the officials left the court.
As soon as Lu Xuan stepped out of the Golden Palace, a fiery red figure blocked his way.
"Your Highness, please wait."
Elder Chi Huo stroked his fiery red beard, trying his best to maintain a dignified demeanor, but the eagerness in his eyes was impossible to hide.
"May I ask who Your Highness's teacher was? Where is that master who taught Your Highness formations now?"
In his view, although Lu Xuan was exceptionally talented, he was still young. The fact that he could inscribe such exquisite array patterns meant that he must have been guided by a master.
If he could get to know that array master, it would be an immense opportunity for him and even the entire Ziyang Sect.
Lu Xuan remained calm, having already prepared his explanation.
"My master is like a free spirit, always indifferent to worldly affairs and dislikes being disturbed."
"As for the name, my teacher once said that it is not appropriate to announce it to the outside world before the time is right."
Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed in Elder Chi Huo's eyes, but he quickly felt relieved.
It's normal for a highly accomplished person to have some quirks.
"In that case, I will not insist."
Elder Chi Huo took out a crimson token from his sleeve and handed it to Lu Xuan.
"This is my token. In three days, the Ziyang Sect will hold its once-in-a-decade disciple-acceptance ceremony in the capital."
"Although Your Highness is not lacking in resources, if you could join my sect to cultivate, even if it's just as a nominal position, it would be entirely beneficial to Your Highness."
"At that time, I will be at the Ziyang Sect's residence, awaiting Your Highness's arrival."
Upon hearing this, the powerful and influential people who had not yet gone far all turned their heads, their eyes filled with envy.
Elder Chi Huo personally extended the invitation!
This is an enormous honor!
As long as Lu Xuan agrees, entering the Ziyang Sect is almost a certainty, and he may even become an inner disciple directly!
"Thank you for your kind offer, Elder. I will consider it."
Lu Xuan accepted the token, neither appearing overwhelmed with gratitude nor keeping people at arm's length; his attitude was perfectly measured.
Elder Chi Huo gave him a satisfied look before transforming into a streak of light and departing.
Not far away, Crown Prince Lu Heng's fingernails were almost digging into his flesh, and his eyes were bloodshot.
Ziyang Sect!
That was the powerful backer he had always dreamed of!
He went to great lengths to curry favor with Elder Chi Huo, offering him countless treasures, but the elder didn't even give him a second glance.
Lu Xuan, this good-for-nothing, gained the elder's favor with just a broken stone.
Why should I?!
"Lu Xuan! You stop right there!"
Just as Lu Xuan was about to leave the palace, Lu Heng, accompanied by several guards, blocked the palace gate passageway with a menacing air.
Lu Xuan stopped, turned his head slightly, looked at his older brother who was already somewhat hysterical, and a mocking smile appeared on his lips.
"What? Is Your Highness planning to attack me within the palace?"
"This place is right under Father Emperor's nose."
Lu Heng's chest heaved violently as he stared intently at Lu Xuan, his voice chillingly cold.
"Don't try to intimidate me with your father's name!"
"Lu Xuan, I'll give you a chance."
"Hand over the method for inscribing that spirit-gathering array! Also, introduce me to that so-called master behind you!"
"As long as you cooperate, I can forgive and forget, and even guarantee you a life of wealth and honor for the rest of your life."
"otherwise……"
Lu Heng's eyes revealed a murderous intent.
Now that the Lin family is unreliable, he must seize the resources from Lu Xuan!
As long as we master the Spirit Gathering Array and the source of that perfect-grade pill, what is there to worry about in achieving great things?
"What else?"
Lu Xuan chuckled as if he had heard a joke.
"Your Highness, are you still sleepy from waking up too early?"
"Let bygones be bygones? What crime have I committed that I need you to forgive and forget?"
"As for wealth and status..."
Lu Xuan shook the imperial gold medal in his hand.
"My father has just granted me the privilege of being present as if I were in person."
"By blocking my path, you are blocking my father's path."
"What, you want to rebel?"
With a serious charge of treason slapped on his head, the guards behind Lu Heng turned pale with fright and knelt down with a thud, no longer daring to stop him.
Lu Heng's body trembled, his face turning pale and then flushed.
Although he was arrogant, he knew the weight of "as if I were personally present".
Within this palace, he couldn't touch Lu Xuan at all!
"Great! Very good!"
"Lu Xuan, don't be too smug!"
"Once you leave this palace, let's see if that gold token can still protect your life!"
"We'll see!"
Having said that, Lu Heng flicked his sleeves and left in a disheveled state, filled with anger.
As Lu Heng's departing figure receded, the smile in Lu Xuan's eyes gradually faded.
"We'll see?"
"I'm afraid you won't have that chance."
……
At the same time, at the Prime Minister's residence.
Lin Ruofu had just returned to the Prime Minister's residence and hadn't even had time to change out of his court robes when a trusted confidant rushed in to report.
"Your Excellency! Great news! This is an incredibly joyous occasion!"
"Lord Po Jun... has broken through!"
"What?"
Lin Ruofu suddenly stood up, his usually steady body trembling slightly.
Is this really true?
"It's absolutely true! Just now, news came from the secret chamber that Lord Po Jun has successfully ignited the Soul Flame and constructed the Soul Platform!"
"Moreover, his aura is stable, showing no signs of qi deviation!"
"Okay! Okay!"
Lin Ruofu laughed loudly, his laughter echoing throughout the entire Prime Minister's residence.
Three and a half million taels!
Worth it!
It's no wonder Lin Ruofu was so agitated.
After all, the difficulty of forging a Soul Platform is considerable.
Three days ago, Lin Pojun had only just begun to condense his Soul Platform. Generally speaking, once you reach this stage, you won't fail, but he didn't actually succeed.
Now, three days have passed, and the condensation has finally been successfully completed. Lin Ruofu couldn't help but be happy!
With the addition of Lin Pojun, a newly promoted Soul Platform Realm expert, the Lin family's strength will reach a new level.