Seeing that Prince Xue Xing and Ning Fengzhi didn't believe him, Yu Tianheng grew anxious.
Every word he spoke was true!
It was a pity that no treasure existed to record what had happened.
But he believed his movements had been incredibly discreet.
Even Bibi Dong, still at the farm, couldn't possibly have known that he had met with the envoys from the two great empires.
Yu Tianheng declared resolutely:
"I'm willing to stake my life on it—everything I've said is the truth!"
"Why can't all of you come with me to the farm to see for yourselves?"
"If what I've said is false, I'll willingly atone with my life for the injury to Prince Qinghe!"
Hearing Yu Tianheng's guarantee, Prince Xue Xing fell into deep thought.
If Yu Tianheng dared to stake his life, it meant he must have solid evidence.
This left Prince Xue Xing slightly surprised as he looked at Ye Tian.
Could it really be as Yu Tianheng claimed—that Ye Tian was a spy from the Spirit Hall?
"Hmph, you already deserve this fate. What's the point of staking your life?" Qian Renxue said coldly.
At these words, the expression on Yu Yuanzhen's face stiffened.
His younger brother, Yu Yuancheng, was already dead.
The Yu family couldn't bear losing Yu Tianheng as well.
If that happened, even with his support, the Yu family might remain strong for another twenty years.
But only for those twenty years.
Thinking this, Yu Yuanzhen's expression grew serious, and he shot Yu Tianheng a sharp glance.
"Stop spouting nonsense here."
"A mistake is a mistake!"
"This is nothing but a misunderstanding. Don't let your lies bring shame upon the Yu family."
Yu Yuanzhen had his own calculations.
Even if Bibi Dong truly was at Butterfly Farm, so what?
Could they actually kill Bibi Dong?
No one would dare.
Because the wrath of the Spirit Hall was something neither the two great empires nor the various sects could afford.
Therefore,
Even if what Yu Tianheng said was true, it wouldn't have much practical effect.
The best solution now was to proactively admit fault and eliminate everyone's suspicions.
At most, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan would pay some compensation, but wouldn't suffer further losses.
Besides, how could Bibi Dong possibly appear in a small place like East Sea City?
That was simply wishful thinking.
Realizing that his grandfather didn't believe him and even wanted him to admit fault, Yu Tianheng grew angry.
Even though he was responsible for the first part of the assassination, his logic of shifting the blame onto Bibi Dong wasn't wrong.
Pinning this on the Spirit Hall could unite all parties and increase hatred toward the Spirit Hall.
It was a profitable move with no downsides.
So this blame, he absolutely couldn't shoulder.
Otherwise, it would be a stain on his reputation for life.
"Grandfather, this responsibility absolutely cannot fall on me!"
After speaking to Yu Yuanzhen, Yu Tianheng's expression darkened as he looked at Ye Tian in the corner of the hall.
"Ye Tian, you must come with me! Let's see whether Bibi Dong is at Butterfly Farm!"
"And more than that, I now seriously suspect that your new wife is actually a member of the Spirit Hall!"
Ye Tian's heart skipped a beat.
But his face showed a slight smile. "Young Master Tianheng, you're quite the joker."
"Whether it's a joke or not, let's all head to the farm together and find out," Dai Mubai said with a sunny smile, staring at Ye Tian.
"If we let baseless accusations like this create suspicion among us, there's no point in continuing this meeting," Qian Renxue said coldly, her voice sharp and firm.
Afterward, she sighed quietly in her heart.
If they really went to Butterfly Farm, Ye Tian's identity would likely be exposed.
Once exposed, it wouldn't necessarily endanger his life.
But clearly, in the days to come, Ye Tian wouldn't be able to help her anymore.
By Dai Mubai's side, Zhu Zhuqing, who had been quietly sitting like a kitten, caught the warning tone in Xue Qinghe's voice and chuckled softly behind her hand.
"Your Highness, that statement might not be entirely correct."
"My Nether Civet Clan has served as prime ministers of the Star Luo Empire for generations, so I've been familiar with the laws of both empires since childhood."
"Both the Heaven Dou and Star Luo Empires' legal codes clearly state that if an accused requests to provide evidence to clear their name, officials must not obstruct them."
Her clear eyes locked onto Qian Renxue.
"Now, although Yu Tianheng doesn't have evidence in hand, he's already insisting on providing conclusive proof."
"I think everyone should give him a chance."
Hearing Zhu Zhuqing speak on his behalf, Yu Tianheng cast her a grateful glance.
Though they had only met a few times, her willingness to help him was indeed something to be thankful for.
At her words, Prince Xue Xing flicked his sleeve and let out a cold humph.
"Our Heaven Dou Empire is not unreasonable."
"Since you, Yu Tianheng, wish to provide evidence, I will accompany you to the end!"
"But let me make this clear—if Bibi Dong isn't at the farm, your life is forfeit!"
Prince Xue Xing's voice was loud and firm.
Though his noble pride kept his anger from showing on his face, his tone clearly revealed his stance.
In Prince Xue Xing's view, Yu Tianheng was obviously stirring trouble, trying to drag the Heaven Dou Empire into a mess.
Once they reached the farm, Yu Tianheng might indeed find some so-called 'clues.'
After all, Ye Tian's farm wasn't like a palace with tight security.
With Yu Tianheng's abilities, planting some supposed evidence would be easy.
But one thing was certain—Yu Tianheng would never find Bibi Dong.
Who was Bibi Dong?
Why would she come to a backwater like East Sea City?
At Prince Xue Xing's words, Yu Tianheng instantly fell silent, not daring to respond for a moment.
After all, his very life was the wager—he couldn't afford to be reckless.
"What's wrong, scared?" Qian Renxue sneered. "I thought you'd be more determined."
"Ha! Me, scared?"
Yu Tianheng laughed angrily.
As the young master of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, his honor was untouchable!
Yu Tianheng declared arrogantly, "The other day, Bibi Dong tried to kill me, and I didn't even flinch. Why would I value my life over my honor?"
Suddenly,
Yu Tianheng's expression turned cold and sharp as he stared at Ye Tian.
"I only have one question—do you dare come with us?"
"I'm just afraid that if I go, your life will be over," Ye Tian said meaningfully.
"Fine! Since everyone agrees, why not go?" Prince Xue Xing tapped the table and spoke up.
Then he waved his hand and shouted toward the door:
"Men, prepare the horses!"
After giving the order, Prince Xue Xing scanned the room.
"I brought two thousand cavalry and infantry with me to East Sea City—more than enough to conduct a thorough search of a farm."
"Let's see whether the assassination was truly the work of the Spirit Hall!"
After his words fell silent,
Ye Tian stood up with a smile and said, "Since everyone agrees to go, I'll lead the way and let you all investigate thoroughly."
(End of Chapter)
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