Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 1098 - 1098 0644 Prince Immortal Slave_2

Chapter 1098: Chapter 0644: Prince Immortal Slave_2 Chapter 1098: Chapter 0644: Prince Immortal Slave_2 Huoyang Emperor said, “Jianwu, is it not good for me to keep watch over Emperor Bahuang and the others with you? You can delegate the task of tallying casualties and setting compensation standards to your subordinates.”

Emperor Jianwu replied, “Tallying the casualties is simple enough to leave to subordinates, there’s nothing wrong with that, but establishing compensation standards without any of us princes appearing in person? Would that not dispirit our men? You should go and comfort everyone, especially those who have been injured. They need you, a prince, to appease them personally, with gentle words.”

Although the Huoyang Emperor was somewhat reluctant, Emperor Jianwu had put it that way, and if he continued to shirk his responsibilities, it might lead to complications. He had not forgotten the promise he once made to Emperor Jianwu, that after he moved to Jianwu Palace, his actions would follow Emperor Jianwu’s lead. Now that Emperor Jianwu was instructing him to tally the numbers and set the standards, if he still refused, he would be breaking his promise. If Emperor Jianwu brought it up, it would be embarrassing for everyone.

“Very well, then. I shall go,” the Huoyang Emperor could only grudgingly accept Emperor Jianwu’s arrangement and went off with his men to attend to the tasks.

Emperor Jianwu and Emperor Yonghe rushed over to Qi Tian and requested, “Master Qi, what should we do next? How shall we deal with Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi?”

Qi Tian already had a plan in mind and instructed, “First, prepare a room where I will not be disturbed. Then, bring Emperor Wenzhi to me first, as I have a few words for him.”

Emperor Jianwu and Emperor Yonghe exchanged a glance, confirming each other’s thoughts. They could be certain of one thing—if today went as they expected, Emperor Wenzhi would become Qi Tian’s Immortal Slave, just like them. They watched and waited.

Emperor Yonghe promptly offered his grand hall for Qi Tian’s use and then brought Emperor Wenzhi to the hall.

After Qi Tian’s mix of threats and incentives, Emperor Wenzhi ultimately chose to submit to Qi Tian, accepting his arrangement and allowing Qi Tian to plant a Servant Pact in his sea of consciousness, officially becoming the third prince to be an Immortal Slave to Qi Tian.

Following Emperor Wenzhi, Emperor Bahuang was brought into the grand hall. In the face of brutal reality, Emperor Bahuang had no other option but to bow his noble head to Qi Tian, just like Emperor Wenzhi, becoming Qi Tian’s fourth prince Immortal Slave.

Having subdued both Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Wenzhi, Qi Tian immediately granted them their freedom, allowing them to go and appease their few remaining personal guards.

Li Xiangyun and the others detested Qi Tian, but now even the princes they had sworn loyalty to were continuously admitting their mistakes in front of them and praising Qi Tian. What could they do but follow their prince’s lead and bow their heads to Qi Tian as well?

Qi Tian did not waste time, nor did he waste Servant Pacts on Li Xiangyun and the others. As long as he controlled the princes, he could firmly hold the royal palaces under their name. Although there were some uncontrollable factors, by and large, he now had absolute authority within these royal palaces, and no one could challenge his authority.

The Huoyang Emperor, having completed the tasks entrusted to him by Emperor Jianwu, returned to Emperor Jianwu’s side. He was astonished to see Emperor Bahuang and Emperor Yonghe obediently standing before Qi Tian, like little schoolchildren being reprimanded by their teacher, their posture the epitome of subservience.

The Huoyang Emperor sent a message to Emperor Jianwu: “What on earth has happened? How did such a significant change occur in such a short time? Have I missed something?”

Emperor Jianwu replied curtly, “Why waste so many words? Hurry over here and listen to what Master Qi has to say.”

The Huoyang Emperor glanced at Qi Tian, who was surrounded by several princes, and for some reason, his heart suddenly felt an inexplicable panic. He could not fathom why Emperor Jianwu, Emperor Yonghe, Emperor Bahuang, and Emperor Wenzhi – four princes – would all treat Qi Tian with such respect, a demeanor far from normal. This was not the way a prince should treat a retainer, but rather like a servant before their master.

This thought flashed through the Huoyang Emperor’s mind, sending an involuntary shiver down his spine, and in the next instant, he hurriedly snuffed it out.

The Huoyang Emperor dared not delve deeper into this thought. He did not dare to imagine what would happen to him if this thought were true, what his fate would be if he learnt this secret. With Qi Tian’s terrifying capabilities, not even Emperor Bahuang was his match. If Qi Tian were to turn against him, what would be the outcome?

The Huoyang Emperor almost instantly realized many things. He had already been enthusiastic enough before Qi Tian, treating him with both respect and fear, and for a long time, he dared not assume the airs of a prince before him. Now, the Huoyang Emperor felt that even this was not sufficient. He resolved to humble himself even more before Qi Tian, to be more submissive. He decided that whatever Qi Tian asked him to do in the future, he would carry it out without fail. If he could do a hundred percent, he would not settle for ninety-nine. He would leave no stone unturned, ensuring that Qi Tian would have no reason to act against him.

Despite the turmoil within, the Huoyang Emperor maintained a composed exterior. He smiled and nodded at Qi Tian, then stood by Emperor Jianwu’s side, raising his head, and stared at Qi Tian with unwavering focus, just like the others did.

Qi Tian was unaware of the changes stirring within the Huoyang Emperor, and he was not overly concerned about these matters. Nor was he intent on making the Huoyang Emperor his Immortal Slave. When he first accepted Emperor Jianwu, he had made it clear that he would one day leave the Imperial Family Secret Territory. Upon his departure, he would not take Emperor Jianwu with him, and the same applied to the other princes who were Immortal Slaves. It also meant that as long as the Huoyang Emperor did not interfere with his plans, Qi Tian had no interest in making him his Immortal Slave.

Qi Tian’s gaze swept over Emperor Jianwu and the other princes before he spoke, “Currently, there are six princes in Eastern Capital City. Except for Emperor Chaoyang, the other five of you, that is to say, have set aside past grievances and become allies again, which is cause for celebration. This also signifies that we now solidly hold our ground in Eastern Capital City. From now on, no one can look down on us. Whoever they may be, wherever they come from, if they wish to do anything in Eastern Capital City in the future, they need to ask for our opinion first. Only if we agree can they proceed, and if we say no, they must wait and figure out ways to please me until I am satisfied.”

These few sentences kindled a sense of fervent enthusiasm in Emperor Jianwu and the others. Had it been a little while ago, before the joint attack on Jianwu Palace by the five palaces, it would have been impossible for Qi Tian’s words to stir their interest or generate a sense of agreement. At that time, the six princes of Eastern Capital City all agreed on one thing: they were unique, their status extremely noble. No one in Eastern Capital City could threaten their position, and they could enjoy everlasting glory and wealth in the Imperial Family Secret Territory. However, after the joint attack on Jianwu Palace, except for Emperor Chaoyang, the other five princes deeply realized how ridiculous and unrealistic their previous notions were, as ephemeral as flowers in a mirror, a moon reflected in the water, easily shattered by the slightest disturbance.

Now, things were different. Emperor Jianwu, Emperor Yonghe, Emperor Wenzhi, and Emperor Bahuang had all become Qi Tian’s Immortal Slaves, meaning they were companions who could trust and rely on each other, all aboard the same vessel with a common goal and adversaries. Although the Huoyang Emperor had not become an Immortal Slave like them, for the time being, he seemed to be on their side and was another prince they could make use of.