Sole Sword Supremacy-Chapter 604 - 608: Not Everyone Wants Him Dead

"Your Highness the Princess!"

Hai Feng was waiting outside Kunning Palace, and soon, Eldest Princess Ning Yu arrived surrounded by guards.

Unlike Hai Feng, Eldest Princess Ning Yu came with a royal decree. However, despite this, even she was filled with shock. She recalled when Wang Junze had visited her earlier, mentioning his intention to join the Judgment Department, which made her consider ending any ties with him.

But now everything clearly indicated that Wang Junze never intended to join the Judgment Department; instead, he had deliberately distanced himself from her.

This left her feeling somewhat conflicted.

But this was truly insane!

Robbing the Imperial Palace Treasure Vault was one thing, but taking the Empress hostage — was he truly courting death?

Although the Emperor’s decree to her was to ensure the Empress’s safety at all costs, even if it meant agreeing to any of Wang Junze’s conditions, she was acutely aware that the Emperor’s nonchalant tone masked his real intent to kill Wang Junze.

Even if Wang Junze managed to leave the palace, he would undoubtedly face relentless pursuit by the Court, making any escape from the Capital City alive impossible.

Even if she wanted to help Wang Junze, there was fundamentally no way to assist.

"Eunuch Hai!"

Her gaze fell on Hai Feng as Eldest Princess Ning Yu relayed the Emperor’s decree: "His Majesty orders that, under any circumstances, the Empress’s safety must be ensured."

"I just tried, but Wang Junze, who is holding the Empress hostage, has prohibited anyone from approaching, showing no intention of negotiating..."

Hai Feng felt a slight relief and then explained, "The Princess has some ties with him; perhaps... you could try?"

"Alright!"

Nodding slightly, Eldest Princess Ning Yu naturally wouldn’t refuse and was about to speak.

Before she could decide what to say, she abruptly sensed a terrifying Sword Intent emanating from Huaqing Hall.

"Wang Junze, don’t be impulsive..."

Instinctively, Eldest Princess Ning Yu assumed Wang Junze was about to act and quickly urged him not to.

But there was no response from inside the hall.

"Something’s wrong... this Sword Intent isn’t right, he’s attempting a Realm-Breaking!"

Pupils contracting sharply, Hai Feng instantly detected the anomaly and exclaimed.

Hai Feng knew Wang Junze had seized the Creation Golden Lotus and was attempting a breakthrough. Although risky, it wasn’t entirely incomprehensible. However, he was well aware that a cultivator attempting a Realm-Breaking usually required complete focus. How could someone in that state still hold the Empress hostage?

If he had known, Hai Feng would’ve forcefully stormed into the palace earlier.

But then... why would the Empress stop him if that were the case?

A myriad of thoughts flashed through Hai Feng’s mind as he vaguely realized there might be underlying details detrimental to the Empress.

Yet, these were thoughts he certainly wouldn’t voice, and he had to find ways to cover them up.

Moreover, with the Sword Intent already soaring sky-high, Wang Junze had evidently reached the critical moment of his breakthrough. Even if they wished to force their way in, it was too late.

The aura of the Sword Domain already enveloped the palace; anyone approaching might disrupt Wang Junze’s breakthrough, and once he was startled, the Empress would be doomed.

Most importantly, Hai Feng was well aware of Wang Junze’s strength and potential!

Previously, he was already challenging in the Divine Travel Realm; if he successfully breaks through to Entering the Path... even Hai Feng doubted he could secure victory.

The situation seemed to have abruptly become even more complex and perilous.

...

Changling Prince’s Mansion.

Jing Yuan knelt in front of King of Changlin, a faint smile on his face, speaking softly: "Prince, have you still not decided? The time remaining for you doesn’t seem to be much now."

With his eyebrows slightly raised, King of Changlin looked at Jing Yuan and slowly said, "I admit that Wang Junze daring to break into the Imperial Palace surprised me a bit, but... as I said, why should I meddle in it?"

"Taking the Empress hostage tore the heavens apart. He sealed his own fate. Even if I wanted to intervene, I couldn’t save him, let alone... why should I save him?"

"Prince, you’re mistaken!"

Jing Yuan shook his head and replied softly, "If he didn’t take the Empress hostage, he’d surely die. But now... there’s a glimmer of hope!"

"Wang Junze isn’t truly insane, so he definitely won’t kill the Empress."

Jing Yuan continued explaining confidently, "The Empress hails from the Longxi Guan Family, which ensures that the Emperor will spare no effort to save her, with any terms negotiable."

"Of course, once the Empress is safe, the Emperor will definitely want Wang Junze dead, but... not everyone wants him dead!"

"Wang Junze has become a Fallen Demon!"

"If he were still a member of the Four Great Celestial Sects, you’d indeed hesitate to intervene, but now... it’s different!"

"To speak frankly, while the Emperor fears the Four Great Celestial Sects, doesn’t he also fear you, Prince?"

Shaking his head, Jing Yun slowly spoke, "Once he breaks through to Entering the Path, with Wang Junze’s talent, he will surely have the strength to contend with the Saint Realm!"

"The Saint Realm is a critical threshold!"

"Once possessing power comparable to the Saint Realm, he will have the right to dialogue with the Court and the Four Great Celestial Sects."

"Moreover, don’t forget, Wang Junze has the support of the Nether Sea and even... us Deserters!"

"If Wang Junze dies in the Capital City, the Nether Sea will spiral out of control, potentially falling into the hands of the Profound Moon Sword Sect and Xuankong Temple, which the Court absolutely doesn’t want to see."

"Conversely, if he survives and returns to the Nether Sea, he becomes the true Lord of the Nether Sea!"

With sharpness flashing in his eyes, Jing Yuan continued, "Prince is aware of his relationship with Princess Changlin. Once he becomes your son-in-law, Prince, you’d wield influence over the Nether Sea, even the Deserters!"

"The favor of the Saints is the most unreliable thing in this world..."

With a chuckle, Jing Yuan continued, "The Court and the Four Great Celestial Sects are bound to clash. For the Emperor, having Changling Army confront the Four Great Celestial Sects upfront, regardless of victory or defeat, weakens both sides. That’s what the Emperor most wants to see."

"If the Changling Army suffers heavy losses... does the Prince dare to claim you can remain on good terms with the Emperor?"

"Conversely, if you seize this opportunity to protect Wang Junze, forging an alliance with the Nether Sea and even the Deserters, you’d gain the prerogative to continue observing from the sidelines!"

"Both publicly and privately, it’s the best choice for the Prince."

"Still not enough!"

After a moment of silence, King of Changlin finally shook his head, "This matter is too significant. Even I can’t protect him, and if I fail once involved, my situation will only worsen!"

"But... who said you’re the only one willing to protect him, Prince?"

With a confident smile, Jing Yuan stood up slowly, stretching his body, and declared, "I mentioned before, not everyone wants him dead!"

"The time is almost up... Prince should now enter the palace!"