Chapter 1089: Chapter 74: First Sever Both Arms! The Grand Court Assembly Arrives
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Wang Shouzhe and the others appeared relaxed and at ease.
However, Mr. and Mrs. Zhao were trembling with fear. If captured and taken back, they might not even have the chance to atone on the Outer Domain Battlefield.
Furthermore, whether Gongyang Strategy would give him the chance to return alive was still a question worth discussing.
Because if Zhao Zhikun had no way out, he might not be willing to protect Prince Kang. And if he betrays, it would pose a huge threat to Prince Kang.
This was highly possible; otherwise, why did Gongyang Strategy neither appear early nor late, but chose to show up only after the Cloud Ray Flying Ship had left Gui Long City and the range of the Thirty-Six Guards?
Careful thought brought fear, and beads of cold sweat rolled down Zhao Zhikun’s forehead.
Outside the Cloud Ray Flying Ship.
Gongyang Strategy stood with his hands behind his back on the tier six Spiritual Bird "Golden-winged Crane," leisurely gliding alongside the Cloud Ray Flying Ship, while warning it to submit for inspection.
The mighty Gangfeng Layer winds swept past him, yet couldn’t even shake his Protective True Qi, merely causing his garments to flutter slightly.
On this return to the Saint Land, he had received part of the inheritance from his master Langya, noticeably increased his power, and felt more confident and composed.
If not for the urgent summons from Prince Kang to return for business, he could have gained even more this time.
At Yao Chengchao’s prompting, the Cloud Ray Flying Ship slowed down and opened a door for Gongyang Strategy to enter.
Gongyang Strategy sneered, flew inside with both hands behind his back, confident that Yao Chengchao wouldn’t dare act rashly against him. After all, this was still within Daqian’s territory, only about five to six thousand miles from Gui Long City’s main area.
As he stepped into the flying ship.
Yao Chengchao greeted him with a smiling face, clasping his hands and saying, "I have heard so much about Young Master Ce’s name. To see your grace today, I feel three lifetimes are lucky for me."
Although the Yao Family was noble as a First Grade Immortal Dynasty, they were merchants by origin, naturally greeting everyone with smiles, leading to abundant wealth.
"Brother Chengchao." Gongyang Strategy, too refined in manners, reciprocated the courtesy, saying, "I appreciate your cooperation, Brother Chengchao."
"Not at all. Our Yao Air Transport specializes in logistics, and cooperation with inspections is to be expected." Yao Chengchao’s words were all pleasantries.
"Well, then many thanks to Brother Chengchao, please hand them over." Gongyang Strategy said lightly, "As long as you actively cooperate, considering you’re a first-time offender, we won’t hold it against you this time."
That’s because Yao Air Transport is so powerful; Daqian needs this air route to maintain contact and exchange resources with the Immortal Dynasty, naturally, it can’t sever this line.
"Well..." Yao Chengchao frowned slightly, "I think Mr. and Mrs. Zhao are quite pitiful. Why doesn’t Young Master Ce show mercy once? Our Yao Family has gifts in return~"
"Brother Chengchao, you’re concealing and sheltering, aiding the escape of criminals, yet I don’t hold it against you." Gongyang Strategy said coldly, "If you remain stubborn, don’t blame me for using martial power. Even if this reaches Your Majesty, to the Saint Land, it’s your Yao Family in the wrong."
"Fine, then I’ll immediately turn the Cloud Ray Flying Ship and send Mr. and Mrs. Zhao to Your Majesty." Yao Chengchao’s tone also hardened, "I will plead guilty for my crime of sheltering and aiding escape to Your Majesty."
A fierce light shot from Gongyang Strategy’s eyes, an invisible killing intent engulfing Yao Chengchao: "Brother Chengchao, are you sure you want to oppose Prince Kang? He is the future Great Emperor, even your Yao Family can’t afford to offend him."
With these words.
Hidden in the dark cabin, Zhao Zhikun felt as if a bucket of cold water had been poured over him, chilling him from head to toe. If Gongyang Strategy allowed him to go before His Majesty, it would undoubtedly follow an impartial justice route, leaving Zhao Zhikun no room to argue.
But now Gongyang Strategy’s words subtly indicated refusal for Zhao Zhikun to meet His Majesty... what does that mean? It means they won’t give him any chance again.
His heart bled, facial muscles kept twitching. Prince Kang, this is to kill him!
Only a dead man can keep that secret forever without affecting his Struggle of the Imperial Sons.
Just as Zhao Zhikun fell into despair.
A broad but stern voice rang out: "Gongyang Strategy, be careful with your wording. Prince Kang is merely one of the Quasi-crown princes, how can you be sure he is the future Great Emperor?"
This voice... sounds somewhat familiar...
Zhao Zhikun paused.
Wait... it’s Prince Anjun, Wu Mingyuan! Why, how is he on the Cloud Ray Flying Ship?
"Prince Anjun!"
Meanwhile, Gongyang Strategy also saw the gorgeously clothed young man walking calmly from the cabin. His pupils immediately contracted, sensing trouble.
Could this be a trap targeted at him?
"Your Highness, Younger Brother Shouzhe, you arrived just in time." Yao Chengchao’s expression changed, "Gongyang Strategy threatened me, not allowing me to confess to the Great Emperor."
Younger Brother Shouzhe?
Upon hearing this name, Gongyang Strategy felt a jolt in his heart and looked at the newcomer.
Behind Prince Anjun was a refined and graceful young man with a warm demeanor.
His aura wasn’t overpowering nor domineering, just like a gentle spring breeze, lacking any aggressiveness, yet confident and composed, giving an invisible sense of trust.
His bearing was remarkable, even standing beside the noble-born Prince Anjun, he appeared not at all inferior.
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