Chapter 601 To Annihilate Humanity (1/2)

Emperor Xia thundered, ”Hence, all of you thought that the Xia Kingdom would not be of a competitor for both of the families if they cooperated?”

There was a sunk in heart of the courtiers as they did have the thought. Unwittingly, the courtiers actually agreed that the once powerful Xia Kingdom would lose.

Emperor Xia gazed everyone blazingly. No one dared to look at him nor answer his question. Lei Hong was not an exception.

”Let it be. Court dismissed,” Emperor Xia demanded loathingly.

Hence, the issue was left unsettled. After the court, Emperor Xia continued joyous singing and dancing with Meixi. Although nine years had passed, his love towards Meixi was still the same. It was as though the once proud, knight-looking Emperor Xia had disappeared in the mist of alcohol and women. What left unchanged was his willful attitude.

As melody from the Chinese instruments in the palace passed through the ears of courtiers, they looked at each other and found the despairing look in their eyes. Although Emperor Xia was ruthless, he was the pillar of Xia Kingdom. However, that belief started to waver.

Lei Hong was the last to leave. As he was about to step out of the palace, he heard someone calling his name.

Without noticing, Guan Longzi was outside the palace doors. After nine years, Guan Longzi's hair turned white and his face was full of wrinkles. The unchanged part was his eyes that was lit with insights of the worldly affairs.

Lei Hong was not young among his tribesman. With his experience, there were not many people to look up to. However, Guan Longzi was inexorable one of the few.

Lowering down his usual loud voice, he put up a smile and said, ”Why did the Prefect Grand Astrologer call me?”

”Elder Lei, were you disappointed with Emperor Xia?” Guan Longzi's piercing gaze seemed to be able to read his mind.

Lei Hong explained, ”As a loyal official, I treated my emperor with my utmost respect. Hence, I had no thoughts that differ.”

Guan Longzi cautiously said, ”The emperor may not speak out but he had decided to conquer Yinshang. If you do not believe my words, you could ask Her Highness personally. She would receive the secret order by this time. The advisor of Dongyi would be the frontier.”

Lei Hong shuddered. He turned and looked at the Xia Palace. Suddenly, he felt that the Xia Palace was unpredictable, causing his goose bumps to rise. Conquering a big country like Yinshang could not be ready by just preparing overnight. It was obvious that Emperor Xia had used his sovereign power to make the decision.

The power of the soldiers depended on the courage of their general. With capabilities but without the courage, the frontier would lose their enthusiasm. Therefore, it was obvious that his actions disappointed Emperor Xia.

Lei Hong bowed and spoke, ”Thank you the Prefect Grand Astrologer, for informing me.”

Guan Longzi uttered, ”I had advised Her Highness to not involve herself in this matter earlier. Unfortunately, she did. This meant that she would not listen to my advice. Hence, I would like to give an item as my last token of appreciation.”

Guan Longzi took out a yellow silk manuscript. There were drawings and writings on it. Lei Hong found it mysterious as he recognized Guan Longzi's handwriting but could not understand the meaning.

Lei Hong questioned, ”What was this?”

Guan Longzi explained, ”It was just a small toy. I hoped you were able to pass this to Her Highness. This was the last thing I could do for her.”

As Lei Hong heard the word 'last', he quivered.

Then, a eunuch ran towards here and told Guan Longzi, ”The King gave his orders to meet the Prefect Grand Astrologer in the palace.”