Chapter 1074: Chapter 700: Still Blame Me for Being Too Kind!
Phoenix widened her eyes and looked at Sheng Xinhua, who met her gaze fearlessly.
Upon learning that her father had died, her best friend said, "Don’t blame him"...
This was cold-blooded, and absurd.
However, Phoenix knew this was what a true friend would say to her.
They had long passed the age of youthful infatuation, oh, the age was still the same, but the mindset had changed.
How should I say this?
Soon, they would become the rulers of a vast Empire.
Zhong Daolong’s identity was too sensitive, until now, he was still the nominal monarch of the Phoenix Empire.
How could the new king ascend the throne if the old one does not die?
Furthermore, when Tang Fei takes that supreme position, he will undoubtedly make Phoenix the Empress...
The Tang family had been annihilated for many years, and countless loyal ministers had been hiding in the shadows, waiting to avenge their lord.
The Zhong family had ruled this country for hundreds of years, how profound would their foundation be?
As long as Zhong Daolong lived, there would be people harboring illusions, and others secretly betting.
When Tang Fei was in good health, it was not an issue, but if he were to be slightly unwell or unable to control the situation, there would inevitably be factions tearing each other apart, causing chaos and affecting the foundation of the Empire.
Look through the history books, and was there not a precedent?
This country had just endured one brutal battle after another and could not afford any more turmoil.
A strong, stable country where people live and work in peace is the common ideal and pursuit for all.
Therefore, Zhong Daolong must die.
Even if Tang Fei wanted to show mercy, those loyal to him would find ways to have them killed...
In their hearts, this country could only have one master, and that was Tang Fei.
If anyone would shake his position and affect the unity of the country, that person would be a life-and-death enemy.
Struggles have never been like a dinner party.
It required bloodshed and sacrifice, with heads rolling.
"You know what kind of person he is," Sheng Xinhua said softly, but her words were not pleasant at all: "We all know."
"I know," Phoenix said firmly, holding Sheng Xinhua’s hand tightly, "I know."
She understood her father too well, narrow-minded, stubborn, sensitive, suspicious...
He always thought he could control the situation, only to fall to the bottom in an instant.
When he was imprisoned, he could calm down and read a few books properly.
But when he saw the light again, he would entertain thoughts he shouldn’t have.
He would surely think that last time it was bad luck, carelessness, lack of preparation...
Next time... next time he would succeed for sure.
He was not willing, unwilling to see the national destiny of the Zhong Royal Family for hundreds of years snatched by others.
Even more unwilling was to have it snatched away while in his own hands...
At that point, how would she place herself in the middle?
Perhaps death was the best relief.
"I’m glad you understand."
Sheng Xinhua was somewhat relieved, she was really afraid Phoenix would get into a dead end.
From now on, she truly had only herself.
She looked at the beautiful girl in front of her with pity, this was her best friend, her closest confidante, akin to a sister, not wanting her to suffer such pain.
Yet, this was something she had to go through.
To wear the crown, one must bear its weight.
She needed to align with Tang Fei, to take that position, and she must sever ties with her original family.
Small families were fine, the original Royal Family...
At that time, would your surname be Tang or Zhong?
The Zhong family members wandering around you all the time, whether it’s your father or your brother, can you turn a blind eye?
"Thank you," Phoenix said emotionally, with reddened eyes as she looked at Sheng Xinhua, "Sister Xin Huai, thank you."
"Between us..." Sheng Xinhua couldn’t help but put her arms around her, letting Phoenix’s head rest on her soft bosom, "Why say such courteous words? We are family."
"Actually, I haven’t loved him for a long time..." Phoenix murmured, "But, after all, he is my... father..."
"Sigh..."
Sheng Xinhua let out a heavy sigh.
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After listening to Bai Wuxin’s report, Tang Fei couldn’t help but smile wryly, saying: "An Ning, that girl..."
In the end, he couldn’t bring himself to say any blaming words.
Everyone knew about Phoenix and his close relationship.
Taking action to force her father to die would undoubtedly offend the future State Mother...
Even He Xiaohua avoided suspicion and went off to inspect base construction at that time, yet An Ning charged in without hesitation.
Was she doing it for her own benefit?
She was rashly removing the worries ahead for herself.
Thinking about the little girl with a dirty face, following behind him calling ’Brother Tang Fei’, ’Brother Tang Fei’...
A warm current surged in Tang Fei’s heart.
"Give them a proper burial." Tang Fei spoke up: "Bring the body and bury it in the Zhong family’s ancestral tomb."
"Yes." Bai Wuxin replied indifferently.
After thinking for a moment, he asked: "Zhong Tianyi..."
According to his thoughts, dealing with Zhong Tianyi together would solve everything once and for all.
An Ning did what he wanted to do.
Originally, he had prepared to find an opportunity to make Zhong Daolong ’accidentally’ die.
Unexpectedly, An Ning was so brave, charging right in by herself.
This woman... has significant ambitions.
Tang Fei glanced at Bai Wuxin and said, "Let him be, allow him to live permanently in Old Land... get married, have descendants."
Whether by intention or chance, the couple Zhong Tianque and Zhong Daoling had once lit a torch for him, so he must leave a light for the Zhong family.
Gratitude and recompense was one of Tang Fei’s few virtues.
Besides, Tang Fei had interacted with Zhong Tianyi a lot, this lad was ambitious but lacking talent, and had long been ’imprisoned’ on Old Land...
Not enough to stir trouble.
After speaking, Tang Fei noticed Bai Wuxin still standing there motionlessly, and asked in confusion: "Is there something?"
"Please reconsider."
"Quickly go and do it." Tang Fei said angrily.
"You’re quite kind-hearted, huh."
"..."
After sending Bai Wuxin away, Tang Fei dialed a long-lost phone number.
Soon, a virtual image of Prince Philip appeared in the middle of the office.
"Philip, my dearest friend... How have you been lately?" Tang Fei greeted Prince Philip warmly.
"Hey, my friend... I’m doing well, but it seems you are in even better spirits than before." The blond-haired, blue-eyed Philip performed a noble Aus Empire ritual towards Tang Fei and smiled.
"When people are joyful, their spirit is exuberant. As you know, we’ve just achieved a great victory. Over at Qi Mountain, they are preparing to surrender to us... So, my dearest friend, I invite you to come over and witness this grand celebration with me. You will come, won’t you?"
Prince Philip’s eyes brightened for a moment before returning to normal, and he said with a look of regret, "Tang, receiving your invitation is my greatest honor. I really want to come, but as you know, I’m currently assisting my father with administrative duties... I really can’t break away."
"Oh, Philip, are you turning me down? This is not only my victory, but a victory for our two countries."
"I understand, Tang, my friend, if it were possible, I would definitely come. But right now, I really can’t get away. I will be keeping an eye on things, and I believe Antonio and Hopkins will be able to cooperate well with your work."
"Alright, I can only look forward to our next meeting."
"Tang, my friend, I have given you my all, so now it’s time for you to fulfill your promise."
"Of course." Tang Fei replied righteously, "Philip, my dearest friend... I could wrong the whole world, but I will never betray your friendship."
"I believe in you, my friend."
After hanging up the phone, Tang Fei ordered with a gloomy expression, "If the fish isn’t biting, prepare to haul in the net."
"Yes."
From the shadows came a voice as cold as mechanical sound.
