Special Expert of Beauty CEO-Chapter 1711 - 1715: The Conspiracy Rises Again (Third Update)

After the Cultivation Immortality List competition, days weren't peaceful. At the borders of the Tianyuan Dynasty, conflicts arose again. The Southern Barbarians and the Demon Clan simultaneously launched attacks on the Tianyuan Dynasty.

Compared to external threats, the internal struggle between the Crown Prince and the Ninth Prince is becoming increasingly heated.

Because Qin Tian didn't take sides, he was rather enjoying his leisure, not caught in the whirlpool of power struggle.

But he knew very well in his heart, being in the Imperial City, it was impossible not to get involved; it was just a matter of time.

"Hehe, why hasn't the Xiao Family made a move yet? I'm starting to feel unaccustomed to it."

After spending two leisurely days at the Qin Residence with Atai and Du Qiuniang, the anticipated action from the Xiao Family targeting him hadn't occurred, leaving Qin Tian feeling very surprised.

"Boss, the General is summoning you."

Zhou Yang walked into the courtyard, casting a curious glance at Qin Tian.

The General?

Hearing this name, Qin Tian smiled lightly: "What's the General looking for me for at this time? Previously, he seemed to have forgotten about me."

Zhou Yang stepped forward, quietly reminding Qin Tian: "Boss, you should be a little careful. I've heard, those Xiao Family defamations against you, the Ice Emperor hasn't intervened, but the General is investigating. The Ministry of War has been probing for days."

"Hehe, so the implication is, the General summoning me this time is to support the Xiao Family?"

Qin Tian felt extreme dislike toward this incredibly cunning General.

If the General intended to support the Xiao Family, he likely wouldn't summon him so blatantly.

Given Qin Tian's current status, to openly deal with him would first need to cross the Ice Emperor; the General still doesn't have the nerve to overreach the Emperor's authority.

Qin Tian thought for a moment, but didn't come up with any plots, merely reminding himself that the intentions weren't good and he should be cautious when going to the General's palace.

When he arrived at the General's palace, the General was actually fishing in the palace.

"Hehe, the wise sage fishing, wishing for a fish to take the bait."

As Qin Tian approached, the General suddenly threw out this remark, leaving Qin Tian stunned, thinking, does the General actually know this saying from Earth?

What the heck, what's he implying? Comparing me to a fish, and himself to the wise sage?

What a joke!

Qin Tian ignored the General's words and directly approached to pay his respects.

"Hehe, Qin Tian is here? Sit."

Exceptionally, the General didn't greet Qin Tian with difficulties or flaunt to humiliate him as the first time they met; this time, he actually let Qin Tian sit next to him.

"Your Highness, what do you summon me for?"

Qin Tian didn't want to beat around the bush with this old fox, so he asked directly after sitting down.

"Fishing, I summoned you to watch me fish…"

The General said, seemingly entertaining himself, and turned to Qin Tian with a grin, "Do you believe that?"

Qin Tian rolled his eyes internally, muttering another curse at the absurdity, but outwardly he spoke respectfully: "Your Highness, whatever you say, I believe."

After all, the General was powerful, and given Qin Tian's current abilities, he couldn't afford to offend him, so he had to suppress his temper.

"Hahaha, they say you're fearless. But now you're here at my palace, why fear?"

The General laughed heartily, and hearing this, Qin Tian was inwardly furious, thinking, continue being arrogant, just wait, there will be a day where you won't dare be arrogant before me!

"That's just rumors. I'm a cowardly person, hardly fearless."

Now being part of the Ministry of War, Qin Tian was a subordinate to the General, confronting him would be seeking trouble.

Seeing Qin Tian's lack of sharpness, the General was pleased and said: "A true man can be flexible, very good. Qin Tian, this time I summoned you for a chance to rise."

"Your Highness means?"

"Currently, there's a faction from the Demon Clan causing chaos at our dynasty's borders, and after consulting the Ice Emperor, I've decided to send you to suppress them."

Here we go...

Hearing the General's words, Qin Tian started to be careful and asked: "There are many battle-proven generals in the court, why send me?"

"Why, is it strange? You're my person. Of course, I send you to earn merit."

The General smiled at Qin Tian and said: "However, you're young and haven't led troops from the Imperial City against the Demon Clan. So, to ensure security, I've assigned you an experienced general."

"Thank you, Your Highness, for the consideration."

At this moment, Qin Tian had a bad feeling.

The General smiled and said: "Don't you want to know who?"

Damn it, stop being mysterious, say it or don't!

Internally, Qin Tian cursed, but outwardly he said: "Your Highness, who have you assigned to assist me?"

"Xiao Yunhu from the Xiao Family."

"Xiao Yunhu... He's… Xiao Lingyun's… father?"

Qin Tian froze, and his expression immediately changed. This General is truly ruthless, sending the Xiao Family's Family Head!

The Xiao Family's scheme is revealed here!

"In this expedition, I've appointed Xiao Yunhu as the chief commander, you and Xiao Yunkui as deputy commanders. You three will vote on any military decisions. Hehe, I believe you three working together can surely overpower the Demon Clan and return victorious!"

"..."

Qin Tian kept silent, not wanting to speak. If he had to, he doubted whether he should voice his frustration.

The General surely knew the conflict between him and the Xiao Family.

Knowing this, the General still assigned Qin Tian along with Xiao Yunhu and Xiao Yunkui to jointly lead the expedition, one being Xiao Lingyun's father, the other Xiao Qingshan's father!

The crucial point is, the leader of the army is still Xiao Yunhu!

And the General praised it as "three people voting", curse him, how could Qin Tian possibly contend against the Xiao brothers? Moreover, these two must be contemplating how to eliminate Qin Tian!

This mission is utterly perilous.

Qin Tian's first instinct was to refuse.

"Your Highness, I also carry the duty of the East Gate Great Governor, afraid…"

"I've discussed with the Emperor, and he's agreed to promote you to First Level, as a reward for your outstanding performance in the Cultivation Immortality competition. Meanwhile, you've been relieved of your East Gate Great Governor position; when you return from the expedition, the Emperor will have other arrangements for you."

Upon hearing this, Qin Tian understood.

The General and the Ice Emperor planned to first remove his East Gate Great Governor position, then see how Qin Tian performs in the expedition.

Returning victorious from the expedition, naturally, Qin Tian will be promoted.

But if the expedition fails…

Then Qin Tian may never have a chance to redeem himself!

During the expedition, not only must he guard against the Xiao brothers' plots, but he must also ensure victory in this battle… Qin Tian felt it was exceedingly difficult, nearly impossible!

Furthermore, the Xiao brothers possibly haven't even considered letting Qin Tian return to the Imperial City alive!