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Xu Lie, seated in the horse carriage, watched as streams of Danmaku whizzed past him, giving him a rough understanding of the current situation in Jiangnan from a thousand miles away.
Annihilation of a family? No recollection of that. When actors portray their roles, they receive memories of their characters without having to painstakingly memorize them. This memory is quite intelligent and automatically provides feedback to the actor when needed. For instance, Xu Lie currently had no idea what the Emperor looked like, but upon meeting him or hearing his voice, the prince's original memories would resurface, allowing Xu Lie to recognize him.
In the prince's memories, there was no impression of having ordered the extermination of Yu Men. Xu Lie deduced that it was likely someone below had misinterpreted the Emperor’s intentions, perhaps to show loyalty or to curry favor; in any case, it was an act of self-initiative. Such subordinates could be rewarded but also needed a slight reprimand—nothing too serious.
"Your Highness, His Majesty has agreed," came the report from a general of the Seven Star Gate outside the carriage.
Lost in thought, Xu Lie leisurely lifted the curtain of the carriage and jumped down with an air of nonchalance, though he felt quite out of place. Dressed entirely in traditional attire—a dark cloud-patterned wide-sleeved robe, adorned with a purple-gold crown and a jade pendant at his waist—his long hair flowed down smoothly. How should he put it? He simply wasn’t accustomed to moving in such garb.
The Guardian of the Seven Star Gate waved his hand, and soldiers opened a side door for Xu Lie to enter. They were puzzled; why was a prince who had already left the palace so eager to see His Majesty at this late hour?
Xu Lie wouldn’t provide answers to the guards. Passing through the side door, he encountered someone waiting there: "Your Highness, please."
Casting a curious glance, Xu Lie shifted his focus to admire the night palace, which appeared dark and indistinct. Having spent two thousand points on a genetic potion that slightly enhanced his vision, he could barely make out the intricate carvings on the railings.
Following the eunuch through three sharp turns and passing through an inner gate after some winding around, they finally arrived at a brightly lit hall heavily guarded.
"Please wait here for a moment," said the eunuch with an obsequious smile as he passed through the guards. Less than a minute later, he returned: "His Majesty summons you."
Nodding slightly at the guide, Xu Lie stepped into the main hall.
Surrounded by eight Golden Dragon Coiling Pillars and further illuminated by various candleholders like Nine Dragons Spitting Pearls and Hundred Birds Worshiping the Phoenix, the entire hall radiated opulence.
In the grand hall, an old man who looked like a typical emperor sat behind his desk, his eyes lowered as if he were reviewing memorials. Before Xu Lie could greet him in accordance with court etiquette, the emperor curiously spoke up, "How unusual! What urgent matter brings you to the palace at this late hour?"
If it weren't for the urgent memorials from the Northern Frontier that required his immediate attention, you might have been turned away at the door.
After a moment of hesitation, Xu Lie couldn't bring himself to address him as 'Your Majesty.' Instead, he clasped his hands together and bowed with a thumbs-up gesture. "I report to Your Majesty that there is indeed a matter of utmost urgency."
"Recently, I have taken a liking to the sea and have been building merchant ships. After braving the winds and waves, I have made a fortunate discovery overseas—I found an Elixir of Longevity, which I present to Your Majesty."
"What?!" The emperor, who initially appeared lacking in vitality and exuded a faint scent of decay, suddenly widened his tiger-like eyes as if a spark of energy had ignited within him. His entire demeanor seemed revitalized, and his complexion flushed with color, making Xu Lie wonder if the emperor had taken some sort of medicine.
It seemed that purchasing the Yan Shou Dan from the official was indeed a wise decision. Given this reaction, it was clear that the emperor was quite fearful of death.
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