Chapter 373: Emperor Xue Ye's Condition Worsens on a Snowy Night, Three Committee Members Block the Way
Under Xue Qinghe's persistent visits, half a month passed. By now, the upper echelon of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan had developed varying degrees of goodwill toward him.
After all, Xue Qinghe was the Crown Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire. For someone of his status to show such sincerity and dedication, it was difficult for others not to view him favorably.
Under these circumstances, if nothing unexpected happened, even if Xue Qinghe poisoned Emperor Xue Ye to death, as long as there was no absolute and concrete evidence, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan would most likely remain silent and not interfere in the internal affairs of the Heaven Dou Royal Family.
If even the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was like this, then there was even less need to mention the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. Ning Fengzhi, the Clan Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, was Xue Qinghe's teacher, and their relationship was even closer. He would probably be happy to see Xue Qinghe ascend the throne.
From this perspective, Xue Qinghe's plan was undoubtedly very successful.
Unfortunately, Xue Qinghe could fool others, but he could not fool Tianlin.
Therefore, Tianlin merely watched Xue Qinghe's various actions in silence while making his own preparations.
Sure enough, a few days later, Dugu Yan suddenly came running to find Tianlin.
Speaking of which, after the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan relocated to its new site, Dugu Yan was the happiest. The new location was not far from Heaven Dou City, which allowed her to see both Tian Heng and Dugu Bo.
Facing Dugu Yan, who had come looking for him, Tianlin could not help teasing her, "Isn't this Sister Yanzi? Why do you suddenly have time to visit me instead of sticking to Big Brother?"
"Tianlin, my grandfather needs to speak with you." Dugu Yan ignored Tianlin's teasing and immediately pulled him in a certain direction. "Grandfather has already arrived, and he seems to be in a great hurry."
Dugu Bo is here? It seems Xue Qinghe has finally started to act.
Hearing Dugu Yan's words, Tianlin revealed a thoughtful expression. He did not resist and simply allowed her to pull him along.
Soon, the two arrived before a secluded courtyard. Dugu Bo was standing at the entrance, waiting.
Since the relationship between Dugu Yan and Tian Heng was already clear, Dugu Bo could now be considered an in-law of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. When the Clan was newly established, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan had specifically built a courtyard for Dugu Bo.
Seeing Tianlin and Dugu Yan arrive, Dugu Bo immediately walked forward and said, "Yan Yan, go attend to your own matters first. I have something to discuss with Tianlin."
Dugu Yan's gaze swept over Tianlin and Dugu Bo. Then she obediently nodded. Although she was curious about what important matter the two were keeping from her, she did not ask further and turned to leave.
"Come inside with me."
Seeing Dugu Yan leave, Dugu Bo said this to Tianlin, then turned and entered the courtyard. Tianlin followed behind him.
After entering the main hall and sitting down, Dugu Bo spoke to Tianlin with a serious expression.
"Little fellow, I followed the prescription you gave me and prepared medicine for Emperor Xue Ye. The effect was indeed very good. Although it could not completely eradicate the poison in Emperor Xue Ye's body, it perfectly suppressed the poison and prevented it from causing further harm."
"But just yesterday, the toxins inside Emperor Xue Ye's body suddenly erupted, and the outbreak was extremely fierce. If I had not arrived in time, Emperor Xue Ye might already have been beyond saving!"
Although he had somewhat expected this, Tianlin still felt a little confused.
He had already given Dugu Bo the prescription to suppress the "Seven-colored Splendor." He had also informed Dugu Bo of the seven specific drug ratios and the inducing spice for the "Seven-colored Splendor." Logically speaking, as long as they were slightly careful, such a situation should not have occurred.
However, the current situation had still happened. That could only mean Xue Qinghe had definitely switched to another poison.
This was rather troublesome. Tianlin had originally thought that since he possessed the antidote for the "Seven-colored Splendor," everything was under control. Who would have thought Xue Qinghe would suddenly change poisons?
Sure enough, Dugu Bo continued, "I have always kept an eye on that 'Seven-colored Splendor' you mentioned, so I can confirm that the poison Emperor Xue Ye has suddenly been afflicted with is not the 'Seven-colored Splendor,' but another type of poison."
"Little fellow, I am helpless this time. I can only suppress it by using poison against poison. But your understanding of medicine is above mine. Since you could even solve a complex poison like the 'Seven-colored Splendor,' you must have a solution, right?"
What solution could I possibly have?
Although I do not have a solution, I know someone who does, and that person just happens to be in Heaven Dou City.
Thinking of this, Tianlin immediately agreed and said, "Senior, please wait for me by the main gate. I will gather my things and be there shortly."
"Then hurry."
Dugu Bo nodded, then disappeared from Tianlin's sight in a few leaps.
After Dugu Bo left, Tianlin did not delay. He quickly went to make arrangements.
After notifying his grandfather, Yu Yuanzhen, Tianlin went to the Clan's main gate to meet Dugu Bo. The two of them left the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and hurried toward Heaven Dou City.
One of them was a Titled Douluo, and the other possessed strength fully comparable to a Titled Douluo. Their speed was naturally extremely fast, and they crossed half the distance in the blink of an eye.
However, they were suddenly stopped halfway.
The ones who blocked Tianlin and Dugu Bo were three elders, along with Xue Qinghe.
Xue Qinghe stood behind them, while the three elders stood in front of him. They were none other than the Three Committee Members of Heaven Dou Royal Academy: Meng Shenji, Bai Baoshan, and Zhi Lin.
It is not Snake Lance Douluo and Porcupinefish Douluo, but the Three Committee Members?
Seeing this scene, Tianlin's heart stirred.
That makes sense. If those two Titled Douluo appeared, Xue Qinghe's collusion with Spirit Hall would be confirmed. Since the Heaven Dou Empire's general stance was currently to unite with the two great clans to resist Spirit Hall, as the Crown Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire, Xue Qinghe naturally could not allow Snake Lance Douluo and Porcupinefish Douluo to show themselves.
It seems I must find a way to force those two Titled Douluo out. This incident must at least end with the deaths of those two Titled Douluo.
While Tianlin was pondering, Dugu Bo spoke directly and impolitely.
"Xue Qinghe, and you three old fools, Emperor Xue Ye's body has run into some problems. I am going to treat him now. Why are you blocking the way?"
"Dugu Bo, stop pretending!" As soon as Dugu Bo said this, Zhi Lin immediately let out a cold snort and said angrily, "You have treated His Majesty for so many years, yet His Majesty's health has never recovered. You must be deliberately obstructing the treatment to maintain the current situation and continuously reap benefits from the Empire."
"Last time, you took the roots of the Ten Thousand Year Ninth Grade Ginseng King from the Empire's treasury, claiming that it could cure His Majesty. But what was the result? His Majesty's body still showed no improvement. It was completely useless!"
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