MMORPG: War God, You are Invincible Again-Chapter 1365 - 341: Qin Hong’s Furious Rage

Ignoring Tian Shengji, the Second Family master left the palace step by step.

As he strolled through the spacious Imperial Palace, the maids and guards were all familiar with the National Guardian, so no one came forward to stop him.

And just as he staggered to the palace gate, the Second Family master finally made up his mind.

He had been with Qin Hong long enough to know Qin Hong’s character. If this matter were discovered by the Hidden Guards, then there would be absolutely no chance of survival for the Second Branch — they would all have to die.

But if he confessed voluntarily, perhaps there would be a glimmer of hope.

Thus, the Second Family master turned and headed towards the Lizheng Hall where Qin Hong was seated.

Arriving at the entrance of Lizheng Hall, he was stopped by two guards: "Lord National Guardian, Your Majesty has not summoned you."

"Please inform His Majesty, I have urgent matters to convey," the Second Family master bowed to the guards and said.

Upon hearing this, the guards nodded: "National Guardian, wait here, I will report immediately."

Not long after, one guard hurried back and bowed to the National Guardian: "His Majesty summons you, Lord National Guardian, please!"

"Thank you."

The Second Family master quickly climbed up the ninety-nine steps leading to Lizheng Hall.

Entering the hall, the Second Family master immediately knelt before Qin Hong: "Sky Family Tian Weiran, greets Your Majesty!"

Qin Hong put down the documents he was reviewing, looked up at the Second Family master, and asked puzzledly: "What made you think of seeing me, Lord National Guardian?"

As the Empress’s family, Qin Hong provided excellent treatment, specifically responsible for Da Qin’s logistical supply. Now that Da Qin is at war, the logistical supply, operation routes, material coordination, and numerous affairs are definitely not more relaxed than the Emperor himself. Therefore, the Second Family master should be extremely busy at this time, how could he have the leisure to see him?

Thus, Qin Hong expressed great puzzlement.

In response, the Second Family master bowed and said: "Everything Da Qin needs to arrange, I had planned and deployed a long time ago. Now, it’s just completing tasks step by step, without needing me to worry further. Da Qin’s wartime logistics, please rest assured, will absolutely not have any problems."

Upon hearing this, Qin Hong nodded: "That’s good, then what brings you here, Lord National Guardian?"

"This...," the Second Family master hesitated, but thinking of the three thousand-strong clan of Sky Family’s Second Branch today, gritted his teeth and said: "Your Majesty, I am guilty!"

With a thud, the Second Family master knelt, kowtowing.

"What crime?!" Qin Hong was confused: "Lord National Guardian, no need to kneel, stand up and speak. We’re family; is there anything that can’t be discussed?"

Qin Hong was quite satisfied with this very obedient, supportive, and understanding father-in-law. Seeing the National Guardian like this, he thought, if it’s just a small mistake, a slight reprimand would suffice, after all, he’s his father-in-law.

But the next words made Qin Hong unsettled.

"Your Majesty, my daughter secretly communicated with Mingze Domain, leaking a large amount of Da Qin’s information, and even discreetly copied the Secret Technique you cultivate, sending it to Mingze Domain..."

Instantly, Qin Hong’s expression turned dark, staring intensely at the Second Family master, asking coldly: "Is what you say true?!"

The Second Family master faced the immense pressure radiating from Qin Hong, closed his eyes painfully, and nodded: "Absolutely true. I only just learned of this and specially came to apologize to Your Majesty. It’s my failure in educating my daughter, leading her to commit such crimes. Please, Your Majesty, punish me!"

"Secretly communicating with outside enemies, and she’s my Empress, National Guardian, your Sky Family really knows how to joke with me." Qin Hong’s tone was icy; such matters touched his bottom line: "Have I not treated Sky Family well? Have I not treated Shengji well? Tell me, why did she betray me!"

At this point, the Second Family master no longer wanted to conceal anything and directly stated: "Because before Tian Shengji joined you, she gave her first time to Tian Lishu, a member of Sky Family’s First Branch. Tian Lishu used this to blackmail Shengji, forcing her to provide information..."

Listening to the Second Family master’s account, Qin Hong’s face grew increasingly grim. Damn, he never imagined being cuckolded one day — can he tolerate this?!

Furious and unable to contain his rage, Qin Hong nonetheless pondered what he could do!

Kill Tian Shengji?

Not to mention, Tian Shengji has already birthed two sons and a daughter for him. Even if he kills her, how would he explain to the Da Qin ministers and the world?

Announce his scandal?

What a joke, such matters should not be disclosed, not even to his teacher.

Qin Hong found himself in quite a dilemma.

But, after becoming an Emperor, Qin Hong received special training to manage his emotions.

Deep breaths, repeated deep breaths, until his emotions settled. 𝘧𝓇𝑒𝑒𝑤ℯ𝑏𝓃𝘰𝑣ℯ𝘭.𝘤ℴ𝘮

Thus, in the empty Lizheng Hall, only Qin Hong’s heavy breathing could be heard.

And just at this moment, a guard reported from outside Lizheng Hall: "Your Majesty, Left Minister of Martial Affairs..."

"Get out!"

Before the guard could finish speaking, he was abruptly interrupted by Qin Hong’s angry roar, the sound tinged with an intense killing intent, shaking the entire palace.

Countless palace guards and maids were immediately terrified and collapsed on the ground, causing chaos.

Though unaware of what transpired, it was clear to all that His Majesty was furious.

And that guard was left to tumble down the ninety-nine steps, suffering unwarranted misfortune.

Qin Hong restrained his inner anger, pointing at the Second Family master: "What should I even say? You really know how to hand me difficult problems!"

"Your Majesty, it’s regrettable that I learned of this late; otherwise, I would never have allowed Shengji to commit such treason against Da Qin. I confess my deep sins, please Your Majesty punish me!"

The Second Family master kowtowed, admitting mistakes, ready to accept consequences.

Yet Qin Hong, still breathing heavily, trying to calm himself down, didn’t respond to the Second Family master.

A while passed before Qin Hong finally regained some composure, coldly looked at the Second Family master, and firmly commanded: "You certainly know when to choose timing; go back, do your duties well, and don’t concern yourself with other matters, leave!"

Qin Hong didn’t directly punish the Sky Family’s Second Branch, nor did he kill his National Guardian.

No choice, the timing was too opportune.

Right now is when Da Qin is at war with Yanyang and Ming Ze, it’s a period of instability for the court. If such a scandal were exposed now, it would surely deal a massive blow to Da Qin.

Moreover, all Da Qin’s logistics are managed by the Sky Family’s Second Branch. Ordering the Sky Family exterminated now would pose the challenge of finding suitable personnel to take over logistical duties.

Additionally, for the sake of his reputation, Qin Hong couldn’t act too aggressively.

A ruler suddenly killing the Empress’s family — who could accept such actions? Surely they’d demand reasons and explanations. If the Emperor failed to provide, he’d definitely be labeled as a bloodthirsty tyrant.

Such a ruler ruthless enough to massacre even his wife’s kin — who would dare to follow him safely, fearing being slaughtered if they slipped up?

Killing must consider evidence, be reasonable and lawful, which is the Empire’s political norm, and Qin Hong undoubtedly couldn’t verbalize such justifiable causes.

A long while later, Qin Hong suppressed his anger and decreed: "Order, Empress Tian Shengji’s virtue is lacking, damaging national dignity; from today, she is confined to Zhilan Palace, not allowed to leave without my decree!"

The voice, brimmed with barely restrained fury, spread beyond the Lizheng Hall.

Naturally, Tian Shengji in the harem heard Qin Hong’s decree. She wasn’t foolish; her complexion instantly paled, guessing that it was certainly her father who had divulged the secret to Qin Hong.

Though Qin Hong didn’t command her execution, it was likely she’d never step out of Zhilan Palace again in this life, and her sons and daughters...would also be eternally separated.

At this moment, Tian Shengji shed tears of anguish.

After issuing the decree, Qin Hong promptly summoned the Hidden Guards.

Originally, the Hidden Guard’s top commander in the Imperial Capital was to present himself, but he was intercepted by Yu Zequan.

After a brief conversation, Yu Zequan replaced the Hidden Guard commander and went to the Lizheng Hall.

Meanwhile, a squad of Hidden Guards swiftly departed from the Imperial Capital, heading toward Ming Ze to investigate.