When the six of them appeared, the corners of Xiao Chong's mouth twitched involuntarily. "The Sixth Prince of Southern Peak?"
Being called out by Xiao Chong, the leader of the six revealed an eerie sneer, "Haha, I really didn't expect that Empress Xiao Chong would actually remember the six of us. Are you surprised to see the six of us still standing here alive?"
Xiao Chong's eyes were cold. "I am."
Facing the six people, Qin Shi revealed some confusion. He purposely lowered his voice and asked Lin Yu, "Little Yu, who are these six people?"
"The Six Princes of the Southern Peak are my father's cousins. If it wasn't for them assisting my father when he first ascended the throne, it would have been very difficult for him to stabilize the Scarlet Flame Empire. They could be said to have made great contributions to the empire. However, they mysteriously disappeared fifty years ago and there has been no news of them ever since. Everyone thought that they had died. Who would have thought that they would reappear today." Lin Yu did not have a deep impression of the six of them. After all, he had not been born fifty years ago.
Qin Shi nodded his head in understanding. However, his expression was somewhat ugly. With just these six people, it was still insufficient to contend against Xiao Chong.
Thinking of this, he looked towards the Lin Concubine with a confused expression. However, before he could speak, the Lin Concubine raised her hand and interrupted him, "Little fellow, I know what you want to say. Don't worry, I will make my own arrangements. You can continue to observe later."
Hearing this, Qin Shi frowned. After interacting with the Lin Concubine for a few days, he knew how scheming she was. She must have some confidence, so he didn't ask further.
"Hmph, you think you can steal Heng 'er's throne with these six old farts?
Wishful thinking! "At this moment, Xiao Chong snorted." Since everyone is here, let the election begin. "
Then, the atmosphere in the court became heavy again.
Everyone's mood was tense, especially Mu Xin and Wu Yu. The next result would affect the development of their forces in the Blazing Flame Empire for the next hundred years.
The Lin Concubine was still wearing light clothing. Her long robes fluttered in the wind like a fairy from the Heavenly Mountain. When Xiao Chong said 'start', she only smiled embarrassedly and quietly walked to Lin Yu's side. As a mother, she naturally supported her son.
Seeing the Qilin Concubine step forward, Xiao Chong stepped forward to Fang Heng's side, unwilling to be outdone.
Boom!
Just like that, the two pairs of mother and son stood on equal footing in the imperial court, launching an invisible confrontation. The rolling and fierce spiritual pressure was like two tsunamis, exploding from the roof of the imperial court.
"Tch, we, the Six Princes of Southern Mountain, will naturally follow our elder brother's opinion and support Crown Prince Lin Yu." The six princes stepped forward in unison.
The imperial court was getting more and more chaotic.
The positions of the six of them affected the members of the royal family behind Xiao Chong for a time. After a few moments of struggle, they did not waste any words and directly walked to Fang Heng's side. However, they did not dare to be as forceful as the Sixth Prince of Southern Mountain.
After all, the Lin Concubine's return had already caused them to lose confidence. They were also afraid that if Lin Yu really ascended to the throne, they still wanted to live.
With such a position, the votes were seven to eight. This was something that Qin Shi had expected. Now, it was up to the Lin Concubine to reverse the situation.
Xiao Chong smiled. "Sister Lin Concubine, looks like you're going to lose?"
Facing Xiao Chong's sarcasm, the Lin Concubine smiled gently. "Is that so?
I don't think so. "
After saying that, the Lin Concubine gently clasped her hands together. "Sisters, since you've returned to the empire, this is your home. Why don't you come in? Why are you so restrained outside the palace?"
Hearing this, shock rose in many people's eyes. "Hmm?"
Under everyone's gaze, three graceful figures walked in. The one in front was an extremely beautiful woman, who welcomed the Lin Concubine with a hearty laugh. "Sister Lin Concubine, we're late. Please don't blame us."
Once the three women appeared, Xiao Chong's eyes narrowed. "It's them?"
Qin Shi frowned. "Who are they?"
"Hehe, these three are not ordinary people. They are Fang Xin, Fang Feng, and Fang Luan. A hundred years ago, they were known as the three devil incarnate of the empire. They are the blood sisters of the late Emperor Fang Chong. However, the three of them left Chi Yan a hundred years ago for the sake of Chi Yan's stability. I didn't expect the three of them to be summoned back by the Lin Concubine. It seems like the Lin Concubine is well prepared." Hua Ling smiled in surprise.
Fang Xin and the other two entered the imperial court. Without any hesitation, they stood beside Lin Yu.
The Lin Concubine was very grateful to the three of them. She nudged Lin Yu and said, "Yu 'er, what are you waiting for? Hurry up and greet your aunt."
"Auntie, aunt!"
Lin Yu pouted awkwardly. He knew about the Sixth Prince of Southern Mountain but he didn't know anything about Fang Xin and the other two.
"Aiyo, what a handsome little fellow."
The three of them smiled when they heard the word 'aunt'. It was obvious that they were really happy. They weren't acting like the rest of the people in the empire.
Qin Shi could not help but praise from the side, "To be able to see such a sincere smile in a place of power like the Imperial Capital, it is truly not easy."
The three of them chatted with the Lin Concubine for a long time. The hundred years didn't seem to affect their relationship. They talked about many things, most of which revolved around Lin Yu. Lin Yu also responded awkwardly.
As they chatted, Fang Xin looked around and was startled, "Huh? Sister Lin Concubine, why don't I see Sister Wanyan?"
The Lin Concubine's expression changed drastically when she heard the word 'tactful'. Her expression turned extremely ugly.
"What's wrong?" Fang Luan and Fang Feng noticed something was wrong and asked.
After a long silence, the Lin Concubine said with trembling teeth, "Wanyan … Wanyan met with an accident when she went out fifty years ago."
"What?" Fang Xin's face turned pale and her eyes turned red, "Wanyan … Wanyan met with an accident?"
It was obvious that the three of them had a deep relationship with Fang Wanyan. Fang Wanyan was their little sister. When they were in the palace, they doted on her the most. When they heard about Fang Wanyan, the three of them felt like they were struck by lightning and their bodies went limp.
Fang Luan had a fiery temper. She turned around and glared at Xiao Chong, "Xiao Chong, it must be you, right?"
Xiao Chong smiled at Fang Luan's anger, "Sister Fang Luan, what are you talking about?
You just returned to the palace and didn't inform me. I should have gone out to welcome you. "
"Don't play dumb with me. When Big Brother wanted to marry you, I told him that you were a disaster, but he didn't listen to me. Let me ask you, did you hurt my Sister Wanyan?"
Fang Luan pointed at Xiao Chong. He didn't look like a princess at all. Instead, he looked like a village shrew. No wonder he was called the Devil Incarnate a hundred years ago.
"How dare you!"
When the imperial guards saw that the Empress was scolded and pointed at her nose, they immediately exploded with spiritual energy, "How dare you talk back to the Empress in the court? What punishment do you deserve?"
"What punishment?
Tsk, a few dogs, how dare you accuse me of a crime? "
Fang Luan glared at them and a wave of Divine Realm spiritual pressure shot up into the sky, crashing down on the imperial guards like a tidal wave.
Bang!
The imperial guards were shocked. Who would have thought that Fang Luan would suddenly attack in the court?
Horrified, the Imperial Guards quickly got into position, intending to kill Fang Luan.
This huge battle could break out at any moment. The civil and military officials and many people at the side were startled. Qin Shi also frowned and tensed his body.
However, before the imperial guards could do anything, Xiao Chong raised her hand and smiled, "What are you doing?
This is my younger sister. Hurry up and back down! "
Xiao Chong came out to stop them. Only then did the people around wipe their cold sweat. Qin Shi also heaved a sigh of relief. They hadn't fought during the previous elections. If they fought because of these few words, it would be a joke.
The imperial guards stopped, and Xiao Chong came back to her senses with a smile. She looked at Fang Luan apologetically and said, "Younger Sister Fang Luan, I'm sorry. I'm also very sad about Younger Sister Wanyan, but this really has nothing to do with me."
Fang Luan was ignited and her temper was even worse than Hua Ling's. When she heard Xiao Chong's words, her anger rose. "Nothing to do with you?
Hmph, say that to Gui! "
Xiao Chong frowned. She couldn't hold it in anymore.
Seeing that they were about to fight, Lin Concubine quickly stopped them. "Alright, alright. What are you doing?
It's rare for you to come back. Don't make it so unpleasant. Moreover, this is the election of the new King. Don't affect the auspicious time of the new King's ascension. "
Lin Concubine stopped them. Fang Luan and the other three snorted unwillingly and stopped arguing with Xiao Chong.
"Elder Sister Xiao Chong, look at the votes. It seems that Yu 'er won." Lin Concubine looked at the audience and smiled at Xiao Chong after comforting the three of them.
As soon as she said that, the atmosphere in the imperial court turned cold.
Many of the royal relatives who had previously chosen to stand on Fang Heng's side began to lose confidence. Mu Xin and Wu Yu even looked at each other, their faces pale.
However, under such a serious situation, Xiao Chong suddenly smiled and nodded at Lin Concubine. "Hehe, Sister Lin Concubine, time really flies. It's been a hundred years in the blink of an eye. I have to say that you have indeed grown a lot in these hundred years. I remember when you first entered the palace, you were still a naive and ignorant child. You said whatever others said. Now, you have even learned how to scheme against others."
Lin Concubine replied calmly, "Elder Sister Xiao Chong, what are you saying? People change. After spending so much time with you, I will naturally improve."
"Yeah, people always change."
Xiao Chong pretended to sigh with emotion. While sighing with emotion, the corners of her mouth were full of strangeness. She suddenly said coldly, "However, compared to me, my younger sister seems to be lacking quite a bit. The three of you have been hiding in the back hall for so long. Now is the time to come out."
"Hmm?" The Lin Concubine's eyes widened as she looked towards the back of the hall.
In the back hall, three old men suddenly appeared. All of them had long beards and white hair. Their muddy eyes were squinting, making it difficult to see the color of their eyes.