The two families were the true powers in the imperial city: the Xuanyuan family and the Gongyang family.
As for the Murong family, who were the royal family, they were merely mascots. As long as they acted as mascots, the Murong family would prosper for eternity.
If they were to cultivate on their own, it was absolutely impossible.
The moment any such inclination appeared, it would be nipped in the bud. Xuanyuan Zhen looked at the teapot before him, reached out, and poured himself a cup of clear tea, then poured another for Gongyang Menglou.
“Brother Gongyang, if this plan still doesn't kill that girl, we’ll need to devise a more thorough plan. Murong Tianhua has Leng Jun following that girl all the time. If we don't invite the old ancestors from each family, we won’t have any opportunity to act.”
Xuanyuan Zhen frowned.
The Leng Jun he mentioned was a loyal devotee of the royal family and had always served them.
This Leng Jun possessed the strength of a Saint Venerable Great Perfection and was one of the three super powerhouses in the imperial city.
The other two were the old ancestor of the Xuanyuan family and the old ancestor of the Gongyang family.
The ones who truly held power in the imperial city were the Xuanyuan family and the Gongyang family. Therefore, the fact that the youngest daughter of the Murong family tested as having exceptional talent gave the two families a bad premonition.
This bad premonition had to be extinguished in its cradle immediately.
Regardless of the reason behind it, the Murong family’s youngest princess had to be eliminated by the two families. She was simply born into the wrong family.
Being born a princess of the royal family in the Murong family was actually a fortunate destiny. Unfortunately, she had to be exceptional, while others were cultivation trash, she turned out to be a cultivation genius. If they didn't kill her, whom else would they kill?
“Let’s wait and see. We’ll find an opportunity to act. Murong Xue must be eliminated; there is no doubt about it. If there is no other way, then we’ll have to ask the two old ancestors to personally intervene. Even if it means falling out, we must kill Murong Xue.” Gongyang Menglou thought without hesitation, determined to kill Murong Xue.
“Agreed. This cannot set a precedent. If this continues, our two families will have no standing whatsoever in the future.” Xuanyuan Zhen nodded.
“Yes, this matter is imperative.” Gongyang Menglou also agreed.
“Then let’s wait for these two days. We’ll inform the old ancestors and prepare to make a move.”
“Alright, it’s settled then.”
The two finally decided that Murong Xue, the little princess of the imperial city, must be eliminated, as she could cause immeasurable influence and losses.
Therefore, before Murong Xue began cultivating and before the royal family’s wings were fully grown, they had to strike first.
Meanwhile, Xia Feng, who had just entered the city, was completely unaware of these power struggles. Xia Feng had booked several rooms in the largest restaurant in the imperial city with the women, planning to have a good time exploring the city.
When entering the city, he had heard the guards say that the imperial city had been restless lately. Xia Feng was curious to see what exactly was causing the unrest.
Since he had nothing else to do, Xia Feng and the others, after opening their rooms, prepared to go out on the streets.
Despite the unrest in the imperial city, the streets were still bustling with traffic and a kaleidoscope of people.
Perhaps due to the city’s closure, allowing entry but no exit, there was a backlog of people, making the imperial city appear extremely crowded.
The streets were packed as far as the eye could see. Xia Feng and Liu Chan walked ahead, clearing the path. As she was a super powerhouse at the Saint Venerable initial stage, she subtly released her aura, causing the people nearby to unknowingly make way.
“Young Master, where shall we eat?” Li Yurou asked, looking at the bustling crowd.
“Go ask which restaurant in the imperial city is the biggest and best,” Xia Feng told Li Yurou to inquire.
“Okay.”
Li Yurou responded, turned around, and found a young lady to ask for information. She soon received a reply.
“Young Master, I’ve found out. The tallest building ahead has the best food.” Li Yurou pointed to a place not far ahead.
“Good, let’s go then.” Xia Feng nodded.
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In the imperial palace, Murong Tianhua had an enraged expression. He looked at the kneeling guard and said sternly:
“What did you say? The little princess has left the city without permission?”