Chapter 131: Zhu Zhuqing's Reasons
Qi Tian was somewhat confused.
Although he was greedy—he didn't expect Zhu Zhuqing to speak up for him and even suggest that he win over Zhu Zhuyun.
Zhu Zhuqing continued her analysis. "I had already thought about it when you told me a few days ago that you wanted to impersonate Dai Mubai and usurp the Star Luo Empire."
"To usurp the throne—we must win over and subdue the various nobles—military—and lower three sects of Star Luo."
"You and I are both easygoing and not good at socialising—but my sister is different; she can definitely do these things well!"
"So you must win her over and get her to do things for you—so that you can slowly erode the power of the Star Luo Empire."
Qi Tian suddenly realised that this was Zhu Zhuqing's reasoning.
He hadn't really thought about how to control the Star Luo Empire's power; he had just come to help Bibi Dong.
If it wasn't handled well—it might end up like the original Qian Renxue—where all her efforts were in vain.
Without fully controlling the power of the Star Luo Empire—even if the emperor and empress were beheaded—it would not be possible to pacify Star Luo in a short time—and it would only increase the casualties of Spirit Hall.
If the usurpation succeeded—the Star Luo Empire would—like those small principalities—instantly side with Spirit Hall when it took action.
"Zhu Qing—you've thought of everything so thoroughly!" Qi Tian praised.
Zhu Zhuqing shook her head. "Actually—I also have selfish motives. I just want to save my sister's life."
She knew very well that Zhu Zhuyun had received brainwashing education from the Zhu family since childhood—and her loyalty to the Dai family was not low.
If Davis died—she would probably do the same thing she originally thought: commit suicide for love.
This was the nature of women from the Zhu family; even if they'd never met their fiancés and had no feelings for each other—they could still commit suicide for love.
If Zhu Zhuqing hadn't met Qi Tian—she probably would have become extreme as well.
"Don't worry—your sister will be fine!" Qi Tian said.
Just then two people suddenly appeared outside the door. Qi Tian looked closely and realised that he recognised both of them.
One was Yang Wushuang—whom he had seen when he possessed Qian Renxue—and the other was Ling Yuan—whom he had seen when he possessed Bibi Dong.
Upon seeing them suddenly appear Zhu Zhuqing reacted like a kitten—her hair standing on end—poised to pounce—watching the newcomers warily.
Qi Tian patted her. "Don't be afraid—they are from Spirit Hall—here to help us."
"Ling Yuan and Yang Wushuang greet young friend!"
The two did not look down on Qi Tian because of his cultivation level and age; on the contrary they bowed respectfully.
Qi Tian pretended not to recognise the two men. "Who are you two?"
"Young friend—I am Ling Yuan—a guardian elder of Spirit Hall—and this is Yang Wushuang. Her Holiness the Pope has entrusted me with protecting your safety."
Qi Tian asked, "I've heard that the Yang family is skilled in alchemy and poisons. Did Her Holiness the Pope send you here to poison Davis and the Emperor?"
Yang Wushuang nodded. "Yes—I use poison very discreetly. Even if someone finds out—it will be difficult to find an antidote."
Qi Tian frowned. Wouldn't this make it easy to be exposed?
The reason the Heaven Dou Empire could use this method was because the Xue family of the Heaven Dou Empire was too weak and lacked powerful Soul Masters.
But the Dai family and the Zhu family were different; they used a spirit fusion technique—which gave them the combat power of a Titled Douluo.
"Here's what we'll do. Davis will definitely challenge me to a match in the next couple of days. I'll defeat and humiliate him."
"If he can't accept defeat—Senior Yang—you should go and seek refuge with him—and instigate him to poison the emperor and me."
"Then—if the emperor discovers it by accident—I might be able to reap the benefits!"
"Huh?" All three looked at Qi Tian—not expecting him to use such a method.
"What if Davis refuses to poison the emperor?" Yang Wushuang asked.
Yang Wushuang hadn't considered the possibility of joining Davis's camp.
He was a Soul Sage skilled in using poison—and his cultivation level in the Yang family was second only to the patriarch Yang Wudi. No force would underestimate him.
Qi Tian said, "Then I'll beat him up a few more times—so he can't see any hope of becoming the crown prince."
"Zhuqing—you can go and do some ideological work with your sister—and get her to side with us. At that point Davis will have no other option but to poison her."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded. "Okay—I will!"
Qi Tian then sent her a telepathic message—telling her that he still had a suitable Immortal Herb for Zhu Zhuyun—which he could use as a bargaining chip to win Zhu Zhuyun over.
Zhu Zhuqing's eyes lit up. If there was an Immortal Herb—she would be even more confident in persuading Zhu Zhuyun.
Yang Wushuang and Ling Yuan exchanged a glance—seemingly considering the feasibility of this method.
If Yang Wushuang were to poison them directly—the truth would easily be exposed and could easily spread to Qi Tian.
When the time came the other soul masters from the Dai and Zhu families would not stand by and watch Qi Tian ascend the throne.
If Davis's poisoning was exposed—then all their suspicions would point to Davis—which would give Qi Tian the advantage.
"Then let's do it Qi Tian's way. I'll pledge allegiance to Davis—and Elder Ling Yuan—you will protect Qi Tian's safety," Yang Wushuang said.
Ling Yuan nodded. "Okay—but there's still one loophole that needs to be fixed!"
"What vulnerability?" Yang Wushuang asked.
"It's time for your Yang family to change its head of the family!" Ling Yuan said.
Yang Wushuang's eyes burned with fervour as he understood Ling Yuan's meaning.
This was to kill Yang Wudi—then take over as the head of the Yang family—and lead the entire family to completely side with Spirit Hall.
He was initially forced to join Spirit Hall—but after experiencing its benefits—he became content with his lot.
He now realised that Spirit Hall possessed far more resources than the Yang family.
For someone who enjoyed alchemy—Spirit Hall was more than enough to meet his needs.
When he first joined Spirit Hall—they were wary of him at every turn. After more than ten years of effort—he finally gained their trust.
"Thank you very much—Elder Ling Yuan!" Yang Wushuang said sincerely.
Although he and Yang Wudi were very close—he could gain more by joining Spirit Hall!
Moreover there was something about Bibi Dong that was extremely attractive to him: her immunity to all poisons.
This held unparalleled appeal for the Yang family—who were fond of alchemy.
"You should thank Her Holiness the Pope. It was with her approval that you became the head of the Yang family!" Ling Yuan said.
"Yes—yes—thank you—Your Holiness the Pope!" Yang Wushuang bowed to Spirit Hall.
Then he took out a bottle of pills and handed it to Qi Tian.
"This is the seven-coloured antidote for the most potent poison in our Yang family. Only my elder brother Yang Wudi and I can prepare it. Please keep it safe!"
Although Qi Tian was immune to all poisons—he still accepted the colourful antidote.
He took out an unfamiliar poison from the small ice and fire duality of the divine artifact—the Sea-Stabilising Pearl—and handed it to Yang Wushuang as a return gift.
"Thank you—Senior Yang. This is a poisonous herb that I obtained by chance. Please accept it."
Yang Wushuang was initially dismissive of Qi Tian's poisonous herbs—but his expression changed instantly after seeing what Qi Tian was holding.
"Hiss—is this a three-thousand-year-old bone-rotting grass?" Yang Wushuang exclaimed in shock.
He had never seen a poisonous herb that had grown for thousands of years in the Yang family's treasure vault. He never expected that Qi Tian would have such good fortune.
Yang Wushuang carefully accepted the poisonous herb—looking at Qi Tian with burning desire—thinking to himself that joining Spirit Hall was indeed the right decision.
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