Delta Aurigae and the others did not stand on ceremony with Leng Shiqi. In fact, when they decided to join the Underworld, they were already tied to Leng Shiqi.
The four of them did not kill their way out of the Blood Mist Island to be the Blood Garment Pavilion's tools. They did not dare to betray the Blood Garment Pavilion, but at the very least, they had to leave a way out for themselves.
Delta Aurigae memorized all the spiritual techniques that were suitable for her, then asked, "Now that you have made the fastest progress in the Blood Seed Plan and have reached the true upper echelons of the Thunderblaze Dynasty, I think the Blood Garment Pavilion will contact you soon."
"I have already thought of that."
Leng Shiqi said, "Previously, Ink Frost Ghost Man always arranged for the Blood Garment Pavilion's people to be by my side at the most suitable time. Not only does he know my whereabouts like the back of his hand, but he also knows the various forces in the Imperial Capital very well.
I guess the Blood Garment Pavilion's Blood Seed Plan is far more than just the four of us. Perhaps they had this plan a long time ago. In the Imperial Capital, there are even people from the Blood Garment Pavilion in the Dark Thunder Guards and the Discipline Commission!
The Blood Garment Pavilion has big plans. Next, they will definitely give me all the missions and use my identity to do things.
Although this will be a little troublesome, it is also possible to find out the Blood Garment Pavilion's ultimate goal. "
Delta Aurigae said, "It's good that you know it in your heart."
"That's all for today. You all should hurry up and cultivate." After Leng Shiqi reminded them, everyone dispersed.
When Leng Shiqi returned to his secret room, he heard a commotion outside. He frowned and walked out.
He saw that most of the experts under his command had gathered here. Deputy Manager Ren Ye, who was the leader, said in a deep voice, "My Lord, news just came from the palace. His Majesty is critically ill. I'm afraid he can't hold on."
"So fast?!"
Leng Shiqi was very surprised. He had seen Lei Chengjun up close. With Lei Chengjun's physical condition, he seemed to be able to hold on for a year and a half.
If those experts in the Divine Origin Realm were willing to help, it would not be difficult to keep him alive for a while longer. Why was he suddenly critically ill?
Not to mention that Lei Chengjun had just annihilated dozens of top-notch and first-rate sects. His reputation was unprecedentedly high. As the saying goes, when a person encounters a happy event, he would be in high spirits. He should be happy.
However, Leng Shiqi suddenly thought that perhaps it was because Lei Chengjun had already done what he wanted to do the most and had no other worries in his heart.
It could also be said that his body had been on the verge of collapse for a long time. It was only by relying on his willpower that he was able to hold on until now!
The question Leng Shiqi was most concerned about was who the Crown Prince was.
Seeing that Lei Chengjun was on the verge of death, it meant that the Thunderfire Dynasty would soon have a new emperor. Leng Shiqi and the other important officials were naturally concerned about who the next emperor would be.
After the incident with Air Scar Sky, the four most promising princes had their titles and authority stripped away. They were all placed under house arrest in their own mansions.
On the other hand, the princes who had been chased away to their fiefdoms were summoned to the imperial capital. However, at that time, Leng Shiqi happened to be in Ping Hui County. After he returned, he went into seclusion. Therefore, no one knew who had obtained the position of Crown Prince.
Therefore, he asked, "Which prince is the current head of the Eastern Palace?"
Ren Ye's expression stiffened. He said, "Sir, you may not know, but the position of the Eastern Palace is still vacant."
"The position of Crown Prince is still vacant?"
Leng Shiqi could not understand. Since Lei Chengjun knew that he could not hold on any longer and had summoned the candidates to the imperial capital, why had the Crown Prince not been chosen yet?
Lei Chengjun should know very well that if he died before appointing a Crown Prince, the Thunderfire Dynasty would definitely fall into internal strife!
Perhaps the stability that he had just established for the Thunderfire Dynasty would be lost because of this!
Leng Shiqi did not think that Lei Chengjun would be so stupid. He also did not think that Lei Chengjun would not have thought of this.
Therefore, Leng Shiqi felt that Lei Chengjun had either not made up his mind or was plotting again!
He was plotting with his own life!
This was not impossible. Lei Chengjun had used his birthday banquet to set up layers of chess, including the entire Thunderfire Dynasty and the various princes.
What if Lei Chengjun had purposely spread the news that he was in critical condition? What was his goal?
Ren Ye saw that Leng Shiqi did not speak, so he continued, "Not long ago, His Majesty summoned the Slaughtering King, King Hui, and King An to the imperial capital, intending to choose one of the three to succeed the throne.
However, forgive this subordinate for speaking bluntly. Among the three princes, King Hui is addicted to wine, King An is a martial arts fanatic, and the Slaughtering King is a mediocre person. None of them can take on such a great responsibility.
In comparison, the First Prince, Fourth Prince, Ninth Prince, and Thirteenth Prince are all many times stronger than them. What a pity. "
Leng Shiqi also understood Ren Ye's meaning. In fact, Lei Haoyan and the others were all good candidates to succeed the throne. However, because they had colluded with the Spirit Cultivator Sect, they were placed under house arrest by the furious Lei Chengjun.
On the other hand, the Slaughtering King Lei Haoge and the others were not capable. They were caught in a dilemma, so the position of Crown Prince was still vacant.
Leng Shiqi didn't know much about King Hui and King An. If he had to choose a general among the dwarves, Lei Haoge had the highest chance.
He had interacted with Lei Haoge for a period of time. The Slaughtering King was not very bright, but at least he had some. Furthermore, he had never given up on Leng Shiqi.
Just as they were talking, a eunuch hurried over and bowed. "Chief Steward Liu, His Majesty has summoned His Majesty to the palace."
Leng Shiqi secretly transmitted to Ren Ye, "Withdraw all of your forces in case anything happens."
"This subordinate obeys."
Following this, Leng Shiqi followed the eunuch into the palace. On the way, he met a few important officials of the imperial court. Looking at the situation, it seemed that Lei Chengjun's time really was running out!
Leng Shiqi quickly entered the palace and waited in the main hall. He turned to look and saw that the Grand Commander, Heavenly Sovereign Hei Yan, Steward Hai, and Shentu Zhen had already arrived.
In addition, the Grand Commander of the Discipline Commission and the Four Punishment Envoys were all present. There were also many officials coming in.
Only Eunuch Gao was not present. As His Majesty's personal attendant, he should be by Lei Chengjun's side.
The officials were all whispering to each other, and the atmosphere in the hall was very heavy.
After about an hour, just as everyone was getting anxious from waiting, the Humble Prince walked into the hall with heavy steps.
Behind him were three dejected people. The Slaughtering King Lei Haoge was one of them.
Leng Shiqi guessed that the other two were probably King Hui and King An. Judging from their expressions, it seemed that neither of them had obtained the position of Crown Prince. He was even more confused as to what Lei Chengjun wanted to do.
As soon as the Humble Prince appeared, the hall immediately quieted down.
He stood at the front of the crowd, in other words, in front of the dragon throne. "His Majesty has passed away."