Martial Arrogance Dragon Soul-Chapter 216 - 206: Choose One Between the Two

The Third Prince stepped out from the inner courtyard of Wanhe Palace, accompanied by several other princes.

One could tell by the python robes they wore.

In the Great Qian Dynasty, only the current emperor could wear the dragon robe, and, in addition, if a Crown Prince was established, he could also wear a dragon robe.

However, the Crown Prince’s dragon robe would differ somewhat from the emperor’s.

The emperor’s dragon robe would be embroidered with nine dragons with five claws, symbolizing the supreme honor of the Nine-Five Sovereign.

Whereas the Crown Prince’s dragon robe could only feature five dragons with four claws, and there would also be a certain difference in color.

As for the ordinary princes, they had only one Flood Dragon embroidered on their robes, known as the python robe.

The princes present were all wearing python robes because the current emperor had not officially established a Crown Prince.

At this moment, these princes appeared amiable, but behind the scenes, they were all competing for the position of Crown Prince, especially the Third Prince, Fourth Prince, and Seventh Prince who were walking together at this time.

These three were currently the most popular princes in the Great Qian, the strongest contenders for the next ruler of the country.

"Third Brother!"

Upon hearing the words of the Third Prince Qin De, Qin Yun immediately pouted.

She walked up to Qin De and began to act coquettishly, "Third Brother, we’re family after all. How can you side with outsiders?"

Qin De smiled gently and shook his head, "Eighth Sister, in this regard, you should really learn from the Eleventh Sister."

The Eleventh Princess was standing behind Qin De, having walked out with him.

Hearing Qin De’s words, the Eleventh Princess Qin Wan said with a smile, "Eighth Sister, even though we are part of the Royal Family and our Qin Family rules the Qian Country, the principles of this world lie in the hearts of the common people. If we do not act justly, the common people will not be convinced."

"Hmph. What can they do if they’re not convinced?" Qin Yun said disdainfully.

"I remember a great king once said that the common people are like water to a boat: the water can carry the boat but can also capsize it. If we, the Royal Family, do not act justly, then how can we expect the common people to act justly? If the common people also disregard justice, wouldn’t the world be in chaos?" Qin Wan said with a smile.

"Hmph! I don’t understand these grand principles you speak of." Qin Yun snorted, "This Qin Qing has repeatedly offended me; if we don’t teach him a lesson, where would our Royal Family’s dignity be?"

"Enough. Eighth Sister, stop making trouble!" Qin De reprimanded.

Qin Yun frowned, seeing that Qin De was unwilling to take up her cause, she turned to young master Lu, "Lu Yu’an, since Third Brother won’t regain my honor, I can only put my hopes in you now."

Naturally, the young master Lu standing next to Qin Yun was Lu Yu’an.

However, Qin Qing was filled with a trace of doubt.

Even the Third Prince had reprimanded Qin Yun, yet she still hoped that Lu Yu’an would stand up for her.

Did Lu Yu’an really not need to give the Third Prince this much face?

And upon hearing Qin Yun’s plea for help, Lu Yu’an’s gaze swept coldly over to Qin Qing once again as he spoke, "Third Prince, other princes, today you do not wish to discipline Qin Qing, thinking it is not befitting of the Royal Family, then I, Lu Yu’an, must do it."

Qin Qing said coldly, his True Intention surging once more, and the violent aura suddenly pressed towards Qin Qing.

"Stop!"

But at the same time, Liu Hongxue had already positioned herself in front of Qin Qing.

"Young Master Lu. How old are you this year?" Liu Hongxue suddenly asked.

Caught off guard, Lu Yu’an replied, "Thirty-six. What of it?"

"Hehe, thirty-six? You know you’re thirty-six!" Liu Hongxue’s face showed a cold smile, "Then do you know how old Qin Qing is this year?"

Lu Yu’an remained silent.

Liu Hongxue continued, "Qin Qing is only seventeen this year, not even eighteen. Even if he was eighteen, your age would be like having two Qin Qings."

"You bully Qin Qing with twice his age. That’s nothing to brag about, is it?"

Lu Yu’an was instantly at a loss for words, his expression souring.

Indeed, he was much older than Qin Qing, and even if he had the strength to completely dominate him, it wasn’t something to be proud of.

"Enough, gentlemen. Listen to me, let’s not cause any more trouble now," the Third Prince, Qin De, also spoke up at this moment: "Today, I invited everyone to Wanhe Palace for a banquet to discuss the matter of the royal hunt that will take place in a month. As for the matters of competition, after the banquet concludes, apart from those on the Hidden Dragon List, others will be allowed to participate in the competition to decide the remaining slots for the royal hunt."

"Third Prince!" When Lu Yu’an heard what the Third Prince said, his tone revealed a hint of dissatisfaction: "You won’t punish Qin Qing today?"

Lu Yu’an’s voice carried a questioning tone.

"Lu Yu’an. Qin Qing has done nothing wrong, so there is no need for me to punish him," the Third Prince still had a smiling face, unangered by Lu Yu’an’s questioning.

"Heh heh..." Lu Yu’an scoffed, seemingly displeased: "Third Prince, today. If you don’t punish Qin Qing, then I can only withdraw from your royal hunt team!"

Once Lu Yu’an made this statement, the expressions of the others around varied.

Qin Qing’s heart grew even more puzzled, what exactly was Lu Yu’an’s status to dare to threaten the Third Prince?

The Third Prince’s complexion also subtly changed at this moment.

The matter of the royal hunt seemed to be something several princes were organizing on the surface.

In reality, it was closely watched by His Majesty.

Moreover, there was a rumor from the palace that the outcome of this royal hunt might very well determine the succession of the Crown Prince.

And Lu Yu’an’s strength was undoubtedly the strongest among this group of youths.

Originally, Lu Yu’an was part of the Third Prince’s camp.

But now, Lu Yu’an was making it a condition to punish Qin Qing or else he would leave the Third Prince’s team.

This made others wonder whether the Third Prince would comply with Lu Yu’an’s demands.

After all, if he didn’t, and Lu Yu’an left the Third Prince’s team, the Third Prince’s chances of winning the chief tally of the royal hunt would be much diminished...

All eyes were now on the Third Prince. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

Qin Qing also looked at Qin De.

Qin De slightly frowned, his eyes revealing a hint of hesitation.

But it was only for a moment; Qin De then shook his head, saying, "Lu Yu’an, I have roughly understood the ins and outs of the whole situation, and truly, Qin Qing is not at fault here. You want me to punish Qin Qing, but I really don’t know what reason to punish him for. So, I hope you can understand."

"So, Your Highness is choosing Qin Qing over me?" Lu Yu’an’s mouth curled into a cold smirk.

"No!"

Qin De shook his head: "I won’t choose Qin Qing. I will choose righteousness. I also hope, Young Master Lu, that you won’t leave my team over this matter, it’s entirely unnecessary!"

"Your Highness, you only have one choice, either choose me or cast him out..." Lu Yu’an pointed at Qin Qing, "cast him out of Wanhe Palace. I, Lu Yu’an, am also willing to swear a heavenly oath to you that I will definitely secure the chief tally of the royal hunt for you."

No sooner had Lu Yu’an spoken than everyone was taken aback!

Being willing to swear a heavenly oath meant that Lu Yu’an was absolutely certain.

Otherwise, no martial cultivator, especially a Martial Dao Master who has cultivated a Golden Core, would dare to make such a heavenly oath.

Because the True Intention of the Golden Core has vaguely touched upon the Heavenly Dao, if one violates a heavenly oath, it will pose a great threat to their cultivation, and it may even become impossible to form a Nascent Soul. Even if one forms a Nascent Soul amid thousands of hardships, they are very likely to be eroded by inner demons and succumb to possession by madness.

Without absolute certainty, Lu Yu’an would not have spoken such words.

Even Qin De couldn’t help but waver now.

As long as he agreed to Lu Yu’an’s terms and expelled Qin Qing from Wanhe Palace, the chief tally of the royal hunt would practically be in the bag!