"This matter has been on my mind, and I plan to act within these seven days," the Eighth Prince stated directly. "Only this way will I have a chance. If this brat doesn't leave the imperial city, how can I ever kill him!"
"But have you, Father, considered that once he is killed, we will be executed?" White Tiger reminded him again. "Thus, the gains do not outweigh the losses."
"Do you think your Father is truly foolish?"
The Eighth Prince said directly, "You all will leave tomorrow. After returning to the Eighth Prince's estate, prepare for war. If this matter is truly investigated, we will raise our troops and rebel!"
"Raise troops and rebel?"
White Tiger was slightly shocked. "Father, do you know that the imperial family has many troops and countless experts? Raising troops to rebel from the Eighth Prince's estate, isn't that like throwing an egg against a rock!"
"Over the years, I have been operating within the royal city, and naturally, I have some foundation," the Eighth Prince sneered coldly. "If this matter is traced back to me, then when we raise our troops to rebel and ally with the Nine Heavens Dynasty, perhaps the throne of the White Dragon Plaza will be mine alone!"
Following these words, White Tiger was also internally shocked. He had not expected the Eighth Prince to have made arrangements long ago, even secretly training troops. If the imperial family knew this earlier, it would be treason, and even a prince would be executed.
"Could it be that the Eighth Prince's estate has long had contact with the Nine Heavens Dynasty, otherwise, why would Father be so confident?"
With a serious look in his eyes, White Tiger asked again. He was quite confused about this point.
"That's right. The Nine Heavens Dynasty approached me long ago, wanting to cooperate with the Eighth Prince's estate," the Eighth Prince said directly. "Unfortunately, I refused them back then. I didn't want to get into trouble with them. However, since the驸马 killed Bai Xi, how could I let him live? If this matter blows up, we'll just fight the imperial family."
"Father is indeed astute!"
White Tiger cupped his fists slightly, a look of joy appearing on his face. If it were truly as the Eighth Prince said, this would be a tremendous fortune for them.
After all, they were also descendants of the imperial family. Even raising troops to rebel would be justifiable. When they took over the throne, as the Eighth Prince's only son, he would become the master of the White Dragon Dynasty.
Thinking of this, White Tiger's face was filled with happiness. At least now he saw hope and was even full of joy.
"You and Qing Long should leave the imperial city now," the Eighth Prince reminded him. "If there are any changes in the imperial city later, directly raise your troops to rebel and ally with the Nine Heavens Dynasty!" Su Dan Novel Network
"Father, don't worry, I will absolutely not disappoint Father!"
White Tiger cupped his fists slightly and then left with Qing Long and the others. At this moment, he was even more ecstatic. If it were truly as his father said, he would be the master of the entire White Dragon Dynasty in the future, how could he not be excited.
During these few days, Lu Fan had been in closed-door cultivation within the imperial palace. He did not have much interest in the wedding seven days later. If he had not obtained the Spirit Gathering Bottle, he would not have stayed in the imperial palace.
Princess Linglong came to Lu Fan's door several times but was blocked by Duan Tianya. Upon learning that Lu Fan was in closed-door cultivation, Princess Linglong did not dare to disturb him and could only turn away.
Duan Tianya also looked helpless. The princess herself came to visit, yet he blocked the illustrious guest. If the Dragon Emperor found out, it might cause unnecessary trouble.
However, Lu Fan was indeed in a state of closed-door cultivation, making it unsuitable to disturb him.
As the night gradually darkened, Duan Tianya stood guard at Lu Fan's door, not daring to leave even half a step. He knew very well that Lu Fan could not be disturbed by anyone while in closed-door cultivation.
However, at this moment, a dark shadow appeared, enveloping the entire courtyard, as if a formation had been set up.
"Who!"
Duan Tianya's expression changed, and he looked towards the entrance.
The Eighth Prince appeared, a faint smile on his face.
"Eighth Prince!"
Duan Tianya was shocked. He knew that the Eighth Prince's estate had always been unfavorable towards Lu Fan. Now that the Eighth Prince had arrived, he was likely not here with good intentions.
"Is the 驸马 here?"
The Eighth Prince chuckled, his eyes carrying a murderous intent.
"It's so late, the 驸马 has already rested. If the Eighth Prince has any matters, perhaps you could come tomorrow!" Duan Tianya said. "After all, it's getting late!"
"驸马, I know you are inside. Why don't you come out and meet me!" The Eighth Prince sneered. "You must also know that I have sealed the surroundings with a barrier. Even if you want to escape, you don't have the ability!"
"Eighth Prince has graced my humble abode, how dare I not see you!"
Lu Fan's voice sounded, and he stepped out of the room, but his expression was solemn. The Eighth Prince's actions were likely meant to kill him.
"The 驸马 has made military contributions to the dynasty, and now his fame is spreading. I, this humble prince, have come specifically to offer congratulations!" the Eighth Prince said directly, sitting aside as if not in a hurry.
"I know why you have come!" Lu Fan said directly. "However, as I said, Bai Xi, the young prince, was not killed by me, but Bai Hu wanted to kill him!"
"Do you think I would believe that?" the Eighth Prince lightly chuckled. "How could Bai Hu, as an elder brother, do such a thing!"
"Precisely because Your Highness doesn't believe it, he has become even more arrogant!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "He schemed to kill me because I knew about this matter!"
"Words are not evidence. Do you have proof?" the Eighth Prince smiled faintly. Now that he had made his move, even if Bai Xi was not killed by Lu Fan, he would not let Lu Fan go easily. There was no turning back from such matters, as the Eighth Prince understood.
"I do not have proof!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "However, as long as Your Highness can find Bai Xi, the young prince, he will surely tell you everything!"
"What does this mean? Could it be that Xi'er is still alive?" the Eighth Prince exclaimed in surprise.
"That is natural!" Lu Fan nodded. "That day, Crown Prince Bai Hu used many forces to kill Crown Prince Bai Xi. Fortunately, the Nanhai Divine Nun intervened in the end, otherwise, Crown Prince Bai Xi would have surely died!"
"Nanhai Divine Nun?" The Eighth Prince looked somewhat suspicious. "Why have I never heard of her? Are you talking nonsense!"
"The Spirit Realm is vast, Your Highness must not have heard of many things, right!" Lu Fan smiled faintly. "If Your Highness doesn't believe me, I can't help it, but be careful not to be deceived by Bai Hu. Since he can kill his own brother, he might not be able to kill you, his Father!"
"You dare to instigate discord!" The Eighth Prince's expression turned cold. "But do you think I will believe your words?"
"Whether Your Highness believes it or not is not important at all!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "Even if Crown Prince Bai Xi is alive, I will likely die today!"
"You kid are indeed not ordinary. You see things without a single flaw!" the Eighth Prince sneered. "Indeed, I have no intention of letting you go!"
"This is the imperial palace!" Duan Tianya said directly. "If you act here, you will offend the imperial family. The Dragon Emperor will not easily let you go then!"