Emperor’s Domination

nk began chanting as if he was trying to appease some spirits and cross the dead over to the other side.

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Information traveled fast in the capital city and Metropolis.
Everyone found out right away in a short time.

The Grand Chancellor and Grand Commander suddenly captured Marquis Yang and his daughter.
This was a big deal.

Marquis Yang didn’t have the same authority and his clan was weaker as well.
However, he still had a hereditary title bestowed by the royal clan.

Now, this detainment naturally caused quite a stir across the court.
Other officials and nobles debated heavily on this subject.

This was also the case for other cultivators and powers outside of Vajra.

“The Grand Commander and Grand Chancellor are out of line.” One official murmured: “How could they do this without His Majesty’s permission?”

“Well, His Majesty hasn’t been involved in administration unlike the Grand Commander and Grand Chancellor.
There are only a few men who can deter them.” One general answered.

Most agreed with this.
The current king only cared about eternal life instead of being a good ruler.
He spent his time looking for a longevity method or craft more pills.

As for the ancestors of Vajra, they remained reclusive.
That’s why the Grand Commander and Grand Chancellor feared no one in the court, perhaps only the Minister of War and national teacher.

“This alliance is forged on something more than just benefits, vengeance.” One official said: “It’s unstoppable if the ancestors from the royal clan don’t come out.”

Until now, each clan had control over one main branch – civil and military.
The two sides have always competed with each other but now, the death of their son started a temporary alliance.

Moreover, they had the support of the second princess as well.
This was enough to do anything in Vajra.

“I can’t believe the princess is involved too.
What’s going to happen?” Another became worried.

This might be more than just an act of vengeance.
At the moment, the position of crown prince has been decided.
Without anything unexpected, the current crown prince would inherit the throne.

However, the third prince actually had more support than the crown prince.
He had toiled at the border and had numerous meritorious contributions.
His prestige far exceeded his older brother’s.

The Li and the Zhang had a good relationship with him.
Most believed that they would offer him their support.

Now, some believed that this move of theirs was meant to be a catalyst.
When His Majesty came out of isolated cultivation, he would pursue this matter.

At that point, they would team up and make it difficult for him while demanding a different successor.
This was their chance to test His Majesty and the royal clan’s bottom line.

Another clue for this speculation lies in the princess.
She was close with the third prince so the fact that she took charge in this matter was worthy of rumination.

That’s also the reason why the crown prince was in a hurry to let Li Qiye know.
He also felt something amiss.

“An eye for an eye, the murderer of my son shall be buried with him.” The Zhang and the Li made an announcement at the same time.

“Traitors who scheme against Vajra deserve death.” The second princess joined in as well.

The storm has finally started in Metropolis with these announcements.

“You have two hours to release them unharmed.
Otherwise, I shall annihilate both of your mansions.” This message came next as a response.

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Actual ranking still unclear but we’ll go with Marquis since he doesn’t seem that important, can’t be Duke.