Chapter 198: The Elder Princess's Plot

When Yang Jun arrived at the Elder Princess's residence, Yun Fengyue was taking a bath.

"Elder Princess, why don't you wash first? I'll go out and wait."

Yang Jun said this to Yun Fengyue, but she wore a look of indifference.

The water steeped with rose petals made her skin appear pink and flushed.

"Don't rush, we're all our own people; there's no need to stand on ceremony."

"By the way, you caused a scene at the Imperial Palace today—what was it for?"

"You're usually so steady; you never act like this."

Yun Fengyue asked while speaking, and Yang Jun simply sat by the edge of the bath, his eyes gazing at her through the steam.

"I'm not steady because I also have my reverse scale; on this matter, I will also stand firm."

"But why don't you pursue this to the end?"

Yun Fengyue looked at Yang Jun and spoke again.

For her, understanding Yang Jun's character in such a situation is still necessary.

Yun Fengyue was also quite surprised by this; the question at hand concerns Yun Xiyue, yet Yang Jun would actually let go at this moment.

"Having a reverse scale isn't just mine; others have it too."

Yang Jun suddenly smiled faintly, speaking repeatedly, and at the same time unconsciously nodded his head.

"I have a reverse scale, and Yun Fengyun also has one."

"You mean Xi Yue?"

Yun Fengyue was somewhat surprised, after all, Yun Xiyue is the princess Yun Fengyun loves most.

"No, it's Lin Bai Cao."

Yang Jun's single sentence left Yun Fengyue stunned.

"It seems our Emperor usually appears benevolent, tolerant of many things, but he cannot tolerate anyone infringing on his authority."

"Although he's merely a minor director of the Tai Yi Yuan, Zhou Tian bribed and controlled him, which is tantamount to snatching power from the Emperor's hands."

Yang Jun analyzed, and Yun Fengyue's eyes grew brighter and brighter.

She stared intently at Yang Jun, her expression gaining a touch of admiration.

This move of Yang Jun's seems like thunder with little rain, but in fact, even knowing there isn't sufficient evidence, Yun Fengyun would still favor Zhou Tian.

But once these matters are exposed, they pose the greatest threat to Yun Fengyun.

Yang Jun brought the matter to light, directly striking Yun Fengyun's weak point.

Thus, Yang Jun must now properly respond in his heart.

So Yang Jun made a big fuss but then quickly withdrew.

The most basic reason is simply to let Yun Fengyun know all of this—that's enough.

"It seems your handling of affairs has become increasingly mature."

"With your arrangements, Zhou Tian probably won't be able to stay much longer."

Yun Fengyue smiled, said this, and nodded again.

"I don't care whether he can stay on; my current actions are all forced counterattacks."

"Anyone who wants to harm me or those around me must pay the price."

"But for those who treat me well, I will repay them double."

"Even, if appropriate, I would also offer myself in marriage."

Yang Jun's words caused Yun Fengyue's eyes to flash with light again.

At that moment, a knocking sounded at the door.

"What's the matter?"

"My lord, Zhou Tian has been dismissed from his office."

A respectful voice from outside the door sounded, and Yun Fengyue smiled.

"Understood, you may go."

While speaking, Yun Fengyue looked toward Yang Jun.

"Now it seems your purpose has also been achieved."

"No, it's not just that; it hasn't been achieved yet."

Yang Jun then furrowed his brow, shaking his head as he spoke.

"If it were before, Yun Fengyun would surely have killed Zhou Tian."

"But now she hasn't done that—what do you mean by this?"

Yang Jun's sentence made Yun Fengyue's eyes light up again.

"Yun Fengyun's health has worsened; she dares not easily let the court become unsettled, so she does this."

Yang Jun spoke again, and Yun Fengyue gave a slight nod.

"This matter is indeed so."

"As for Yun Fengyun's situation, it's actually not a good thing for us."

"The only thing is that it has increased his suspicion of Zhou Tian."

"This way, we will have the opportunity to take them down one by one."

In Yang Jun's words, Yun Fengyue gave a bright smile, very satisfied.

"Actually, there's no need to worry so much; once you've removed Zhou Tian, there will certainly be a vacancy in the city guard."

"I only need to make the arrangements; then, when the day of rebellion comes, we will have one more chance of victory."

"You're not bad; you've helped me a great deal."

Yun Fengyue spoke, and without thinking she reached out and pulled Yang Jun over.

At the same time, she pulled him into the bath.

Yang Jun smiled and said, "I helped you so much, and this is all the reward you give me?"

"Oh? What else do you want as a reward?"

"Does the Elder Princess mean that anything goes?"

Yang Jun stepped forward, getting close to Yun Fengyue.

【Let me be a dog that comes when called? That's wishful thinking.】

Yun Fengyue's bewitching tactics are many, and most importantly, her beauty is the means by which she can succeed.

Yang Jun's inner thoughts were heard by Yun Fengyue.

She grabbed Yang Jun's hand, not allowing him to overstep.

"This Palace has not permitted it; you cannot push your luck."

Yang Jun smiled, quite satisfied.

【You're already in a hurry?】

Yun Fengyue released Yang Jun and stepped back.

"Don't rush; once the matter is accomplished, This Palace will surely reward you well."

As she spoke, she lifted Yang Jun's chin.

"By then, whatever you want me to do, I will do."

……

Zhou Tian returned to his mansion, never expecting that Yuan Lu's strike would have such strong consequences.

Along the way, he had already vomited blood several times.

Yu Linglong and Xiao Rufrost, looking at their little junior brother, were both somewhat surprised.

"Junior brother, what's wrong with you?"

"Nothing."

As Xiao Rufrost asked, Zhou Tian gently shook his head.

He did not want to say more; there was no need to elaborate on these matters.

After Zhou Tian finished speaking, he went straight into Yu Mingyue's room and knelt directly before her.

"Master, I want to become stronger!"

"Let the disciple enter the Haotian Secret Realm."

Hearing Zhou Tian's words, Yu Linglong and Xiao Rufrost were both startled.

The Haotian Secret Realm is the greatest secret of the Haotian Sect.

Inside, it possesses endless power.

If obtained, one will surely become a true powerhouse.

However, that place is not something just anyone can easily enter.

After all, too many unwilling and defiant individuals who entered never came out again.

"You will die inside."

Yu Mingyue glanced at Zhou Tian and replied coldly.

As she spoke, she seemed devoid of any emotion.

After all, Zhou Tian's recent actions have brought nothing but failure.