Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 1088 - 1088 0639 All Are Masters of Drama_2

Chapter 1088: Chapter 0639: All Are Masters of Drama_2 Chapter 1088: Chapter 0639: All Are Masters of Drama_2 Emperor Yonghe collected the two submission documents, then said, “You two, having seen the submission documents, don’t you think such a joyous occasion calls for a hearty congratulation to me? If you still consider me a friend, please come into the palace. I have already prepared the banquet – exquisite delicacies, fine wines, and sumptuous dishes, none lacking. Let’s enjoy ourselves together.”

Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Yonghe nodded simultaneously. Previously, they had regarded Emperor Yonghe as an equal, neither superior nor inferior, but now it was different. Emperor Jianwu and Huoyang Emperor had both bowed down to Emperor Yonghe, meaning Emperor Jianwu and Huoyang Emperor had become Emperor Yonghe’s subordinates. Emperor Yonghe alone now commanded the power of three palaces. This power, within the entirety of Eastern Capital City and second only to Emperor Chaoyang, who would dare to underestimate?

Emperor Bahuang said, “Yonghe, have we not been neighbors for hundreds of years? How have I treated you in ordinary times? You know very clearly. From now on, we still have a long future ahead, so I ask for your continued care.”

Emperor Yonghe added, “Indeed, in the future, our three great palaces must share weal and woe together. You mustn’t use those schemes you employed against Emperor Jianwu and Huoyang Emperor on us. With our skinny arms and legs, we won’t be able to withstand a single blow from you, Emperor Yonghe.”

Emperor Yonghe laughed heartily and said, “Look at what you are saying. If I took action against Jianwu Palace, it was because I had a feud with Emperor Jianwu. If Emperor Jianwu hadn’t harmed my concubine, I wouldn’t have thought to deal with him. Think about it, the six princes of Eastern Capital City have lived in tranquility for hundreds of years. We are all descendants of Grand Ancestor, some even directly in line. Would I act against him, would I go against the ancestral instructions if I weren’t forced into a corner? This is out of desperation, and I believe you both should understand my position.”

“Understand, of course, we understand,” Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi quickly agreed.

Emperor Yonghe said, “Alright, let’s not talk about this here. If others see the three of us stopping at the entrance of the palace, what would they think of our decorum? Come, come, come, join me in the palace. We can eat, drink, and chat all at the same time.”

Only then did Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi follow Emperor Yonghe into Yonghe Palace. Behind them, more than twenty Gold Core Realm experts entered Yonghe Palace, together with the two emperors. These experts were their personal bodyguards tasked with ensuring their safety and were without exception the most trusted and strongest under their command.

Emperor Yonghe led the way at the front, and everyone entered Yonghe Palace together. The three emperors walked in front, talking and laughing. The guards brought by Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi remained vigilant, either scanning their surroundings with their eyes or sweeping farther areas with their Divine Sense, to prevent any accidents.

Inside Yonghe Palace, the banquet had been set up as Emperor Yonghe had said: exquisite delicacies and fine wines, each item a treasured selection from his own collection. Many of them were priceless spirit foods, which even Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi wouldn’t ordinarily indulge in, but this time, Emperor Yonghe had laid them all out. From this alone, it was clear that Emperor Yonghe was truly happy and wouldn’t otherwise be so extravagantly wasteful.

Emperor Yonghe unhesitatingly took the seat of honor, then invited Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi to sit on his left and right. Looking at the guards brought by the two emperors, he said, “Bahuang and Wenzhi, how about inviting your guards to take a seat as well? Here in my palace, I certainly have enough bowls and chopsticks for them.”

Upon hearing this, Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi quickly said, “They are of humble status; how could they sit with us?”

Emperor Yonghe replied, “Should they stand instead then? Their standing here would make it inconvenient for us to talk. How about this as a compromise? I have also arranged a table of food in the side hall. Let’s have your guards dine there, and I will arrange for someone to accompany them. Would that be suitable?”

Knowing that having their guards remain with them was indeed a little inappropriate, Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi looked at each other and said, “Hmm, let’s do as you say, Yonghe, and let them dine in the side hall.”

The guards brought by the two Princes, upon receiving orders, almost all bowed and retreated, but four guards remained stationary. They were the trusted confidantes of Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi. Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi had issued strict commands that, at all times, they needed to protect them closely, not allowing any distance.

Regarding the four guards, Emperor Yonghe acted as if he hadn’t seen them and did not invite them to sit down; instead, he smiled and said, “Today is a day of great joy, and I toast to the two of you. I am very grateful that, despite your busy schedules, you have made time to come to my palace to congratulate me. I appreciate your respect deeply. Come, let us all drink together.”

Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi reached for the cups in front of them, and just as they were about to touch them, a guard standing behind Emperor Bahuang suddenly spoke up, “Prince, please wait. You cannot eat or drink before we have confirmed the safety of these refreshments.”

Emperor Bahuang’s expression turned stern, and he angrily said, “How dare you, servant, What is the meaning of this? Am I not in Yonghe Palace right now? Do you think Emperor Yonghe would harm me? By acting this way, aren’t you instigating discord between Emperor Yonghe and me? Can you bear the consequences?”

The guard responded, “Prince, regardless of how you want to punish me, as your guard, I am responsible for your safety. As long as you do not dismiss me from your side, I must fulfill my duty. Please wait a moment; I will immediately check the safety of your food and drink. Once they are confirmed safe, you can rest assured and indulge.”

“This is infuriating for me,” said Emperor Bahuang, visibly angry.

As if the guard hadn’t seen anything, he began to check the safety of the drinks and dishes in front of Emperor Wenzhi, right in front of Emperor Yonghe.

Puffed up with anger, Emperor Bahuang said, “Just wait, we are in Yonghe Palace right now, and I will not make a scene by upstaging the host. As for your punishment, when we return to Bahuang Palace, I will certainly flay your skin.”

With that, Emperor Bahuang bowed to Emperor Yonghe and said, “Emperor Yonghe, I apologize for the embarrassment. It is my lack of strict control over my subordinates that has led to this insolence and offense to you. Rest assured, once we return, I will deal with him properly.”

Emperor Yonghe watched the act between Emperor Bahuang and the guard with a genial smile and said nonchalantly, “It’s no trouble; he is merely ensuring your safety, which is all part of normal protocol. I don’t mind. By the way, Emperor Wenzhi, you should also have your subordinates check the safety of the wine and dishes. Here in my palace, I treat everyone equally, without favoritism.”

Emperor Wenzhi smiled awkwardly, but he did not reject Emperor Yonghe’s suggestion. Instead, he gave a signal to his guards, who hastily began checking the safety of all the food and drinks, which were about to be consumed by Emperor Wenzhi, to ensure their safety.

Soon, both Emperor Wenzhi and Emperor Bahuang had confirmed the safety of the various foods in front of them. Both Princes were somewhat embarrassed as they lifted their cups together and said to Emperor Yonghe, “Emperor Yonghe, forgive us for the scene. Even though we’ve lived for hundreds of years, we still can’t see through life and death. Let’s not discuss this further. We’ll penalize ourselves with a drink as an apology to you.”

Emperor Yonghe quickly raised his cup and replied, “It’s no issue at all; we are all the same. In the future, when I visit your palaces, I expect I’ll have to do the same. Then, the two of you mustn’t hold it against me.”

Emperor Wenzhi and Emperor Bahuang chuckled, then both downed the wine in their cups.