Nine Yang Alchemy Emperor
Chapter 165: The Eunuch’s Venom

Chapter 165: Chapter 165: The Eunuch’s Venom

Chu Feng has recently emerged as a dark horse, attracting a lot of attention with his exceptional performance. Coupled with his unique identity, it naturally made him an object of concern for the Jianyun Emperor.

The Sword King Mansion has always been under the Emperor’s surveillance, and it was only because Chu Feng and Chu Jianlan seemed to lack any hope of rising that the Emperor did not dispose of the two brothers.

Now, Chu Feng has successively displayed extraordinary talent in alchemy, which immediately caused unease for the Jianyun Emperor.

The thing that emperors fear the most is a threat to their throne.

It’s lonely at the top!

He is already the most distinguished man of the entire Jianyun Dynasty, monopolizing power, wealth, beauty, and the land. Apart from indulgence, what the Emperor probably contemplates the most is how to secure his throne.

To not be taken away by someone else.

Prevention is the best method.

Prince Jian in those years, due to his immense contributions that overshadowed the Emperor, was killed by the Jianyun Emperor without hesitation despite his loyalty, just because he posed a threat to the throne.

Unexpectedly, many years later, the son of Prince Jian shows signs of a powerful rise.

This is the offspring of his enemy!

How can the Jianyun Emperor sit still?

Master Shi, who was grinding ink by the Emperor’s side, slowed his movements and looked up at the Emperor with respectful eyes, his voice sharpening as he said, "If you don’t remove the roots when cutting weeds, they will grow back with the spring breeze! The Sword King Mansion is indeed showing signs of a comeback!"

This old eunuch had been serving the Jianyun Emperor all this time, and it is said that the Emperor’s personal Chief Eunuch is as close to him as a spouse.

Sometimes even closer than a husband and wife.

Since ancient times, women are not allowed to engage in politics. Therefore, when the Emperor has something important, he likes to consult with his Chief Eunuch.

On Master Shi’s beardless, clean face, there shone a trace of Killing Intent.

The ruthlessness and sinister nature of the eunuch were undeniably displayed in this moment.

The Jianyun Emperor’s gaze grew sharp. "Chu Jianlan has been low-key for many years, never this daring. His recent change in behavior is drastic, plus he has won the favor of Minister Wu, which is really strange."

"Even so, in my eyes, Chu Jianlan is just a fragile child, if I want him to lie down, he would lie down. If I want him on his knees, he wouldn’t dare stand."

While saying these words, the Jianyun Emperor’s expression was confident and relaxed.

Clearly, he didn’t take Chu Jianlan seriously at all.

If Chu Feng heard what the Emperor said, he would definitely scoff. In the past, the Sword King Mansion was at someone else’s mercy, even Prince Liu Mansion had a firm grip on them.

But now, with the presence of Chu Feng, a devilish genius, does the Jianyun Emperor really think he can control Prince Jian like before? That is unless, has he grown Three Heads and Six Arms?

"Your Majesty’s wisdom is like a burning torch; the recent series of changes in the Sword King Mansion, this old servant also finds them to be related to Chu Feng. Ever since he lost his sword meridians, he has not shown much promise, performing mediocrely in both alchemy and the Sword Dao. Now it seems, we have underestimated this Qilin Sword Son. Who would have thought, at such a young age, he would possess an extraordinary calmness and depth."

"We were all deceived by his performance over the years."

Master Shi was in deep agreement with the Jianyun Emperor’s words.

The two old foxes were heaping praises on Chu Feng to the sky.

In their wildest dreams, they would have never thought that the previous Chu Feng, with his mediocre and degenerate behavior, wasn’t pretending at all. He actually was that useless.

The reason why the present Chu Feng has become so excellent and the center of attention is because he is the reincarnation of the Eternal Life Pill Master.

"Killing the House Steward of Sword King Mansion, Luo Qude, removing Prince Liu Mansion and recruiting the Chief Steward Mo Shang, becoming a Guest Alchemist for both the Golden Talisman Sect Store and the Hong Family... Every single act, every matter, all such grand moves! Even in the days when his father was alive, his capabilities were no more than this!"

The Jianyun Emperor looked at the large pile of secret correspondence on the table and elevated Chu Feng to a status comparable to Prince Jian.

It was precisely because of this that he felt threatened and anxious.

"Years have passed, yet Sword King Mansion continues to be highly regarded by the people and the army. If I were to send someone to kill Chu Feng directly, I would bear the eternal infamy. Plotting against him with schemes, considering this young man’s terrifying acumen, would likely fail as well. Watching him grow stronger and more influential day by day, my heart really can’t stand the unease!"

The Emperor Jianqu furrowed his brows deeply; Chu Feng had become a thorn in his side.

The elderly eunuch who was grinding ink pondered for a moment before offering a plan, "This old servant wishes to relieve Your Majesty of your worries! I have a strategy that might set Your Majesty’s mind at ease!"

"Oh, speak quickly!" urged the Jianyun Emperor anxiously.

In front of his personal Chief Eunuch, he saw no need to feign depth, for Master Shi understood him too well.

It’s as if, in the company of our own family, there is no need for any polite pretense.

"Isn’t Chu Feng outstanding in Alchemy talent? And he is about to come of age. Your Majesty only needs to issue a Holy Decree, ostensibly to care for the descendant of Prince Jian, expressing great admiration for Chu Feng. Summoning him to the Imperial Palace to become an Alchemist."

"Once he’s called into the deep palace, wouldn’t that be like putting him in a cage? Moreover, it could also win the hearts of the military and the people, making them praise Your Majesty’s generosity and unmatched benevolence, a sage emperor for the ages."

The scheme proposed by Master Shi was extremely sinister and also very clever.

Upon hearing it, the Jianyun Emperor’s eyes lit up.

"Wonderful, wonderful! Fetch the Holy Decree for me, draft it immediately. Summon Chu Feng to the palace, appoint him as the Imperial Alchemist for the Alchemy Room, to serve me!" The Jianyun Emperor was impatient and immediately drafted the decree to call Chu Feng into the palace.

...

Chu Feng had spent the night comprehending the Glazed Sword Technique and had made quite a few gains.

The understanding of the Sword Technique consumed a great deal of mental strength and time, and required high comprehension skills.

After refreshing himself, Chu Feng had a hearty breakfast, ready to complete the final two batches of Elixirs today.

The assault on the Sword Master Realm was perilous and difficult, and he needed to prepare numerous Elixirs.

Luckily, Chu Feng’s Alchemy skills were superb, aided by the Abnormal Fire, plus he had made a considerable sum of Silver and plundered a lot of precious medicinal materials from the Qiao Family’s drugstore.

Only then could he smoothly refine the required Elixirs.

"Clang Clang Clang!"

Sounds of gongs and drums came from outside, and Chu Feng hurriedly went to investigate.

He saw the courtyard filled with kneeling servants and guards from Sword King Mansion.

An old eunuch with a face like a chrysanthemum, wrinkles abounding, led several First-class Guards from the Imperial Palace as he barged in.

"The Holy Decree arrives, Third Prince of Sword King Mansion, Chu Feng, come forth to receive the Decree!" The old eunuch was none other than Master Shi, the confidant of the Jianyun Emperor.

This person was not only extremely intelligent but also terrifyingly powerful.

The mysterious woman that Chu Feng had saved last time was seriously injured by this old eunuch while infiltrating the Imperial Palace. Even her Heart Meridian was severed.

It’s known that the strength of that mysterious woman lays not far behind even Han Qianren.