In the mansion of the three princes, there is a murderous atmosphere hidden in the silence.

The doors and windows of the study were closed, but the faint light that came through it flickered like a ghostly fire, and it could be swallowed up by darkness at any moment.

The third prince sat at his desk, his gloomy face looking deeper in the candlelight.

In his hand, he held a jade pendant, which was cold and seemed to carry a breath of death.

He took a deep breath, carefully put the jade pendant into the box, and commanded in a deep voice:

"Someone!"

An armored attendant entered in response and knelt down in front of the three princes. He lowered his head, not daring to slack off in the slightest:

"Your Highness, what do you command?"

The third prince raised his eyelids slightly, and his gaze was as sharp as a knife:

"Go and inform the people over there in the Western Regions, let them come to see me immediately, I have something important for them to do!"

The armoured attendant answered, but did not leave immediately.

He hesitated for a moment, but finally plucked up the courage to say:

"Your Highness, the people in the Western Regions have always been suspicious of our plans......

The third prince sneered:

"Tell them that if they are faithful, I have the means to keep them safe. If they dare to have two hearts, then their fate will be worse than death! ”

The armored attendant trembled, didn't dare to say anything more, and quickly turned around and disappeared into the night.

The third prince walked to the window, looked at the night outside the window, and an inexplicable restlessness surged in his heart.

His plan has reached the most critical moment, and if he misses the pool, he will lose everything.

But he also knew that he couldn't fully trust the people in the Western Regions.

Non-ours have different hearts, and although they surrender to themselves on the surface, they secretly have their own evil intentions, and they may betray them at any time.

At this moment, the door of the study was pushed open again.

The swordsman of the Western Regions, the lord of the Sunset Racecourse, Hediyah walked in.

He was dressed in a black robe, his face was veiled, and only a pair of sharp eyes were revealed, flashing with cold light.

He bowed slightly to the third prince and said in a skillful and mighty language:

"Your Highness, summoned in the middle of the night, I don't know what the matter is?"

The third prince turned around and looked at Hediye:

"Heidyer, you are my most trusted partner. Now, I have an important task for you to complete. ”

Hedier's brow furrowed slightly, and a sense of foreboding welled up in his heart.

He asked in a deep voice:

"I wonder what His Highness wants me to do?"

"I want you to mobilize all the people from the Western Regions in the imperial city overnight to raze Yangsaki Academy to the ground, leaving no one behind!"

The third prince said coldly, revealing a strong killing intent in his tone.

Hediye was shocked when he heard this, he could never have imagined that the third prince would let him do such a thing.

Yozaki Academy was an important place in the imperial city and cultivated a large number of talents for the imperial court.

If it is really burned, it will definitely cause the wrath of the Dawei Imperial Court, and the people in the Western Regions will not be able to escape the blame at that time.

"Your Highness, this matter is not trivial, I wonder why you are acting like this?"

"This is my plan, you don't have to ask."

The third prince said coldly.

"As long as you do what I tell you, the benefits will naturally not be less than you."

Hediye was silent for a while, his eyes narrowing slightly, revealing a domineering aura unique to the people of the Western Regions.

He is not an ordinary person, as the lord of the Sunset Racecourse, he is also a hegemon in the Western Regions, with his own majesty and momentum.

Taking a deep breath, he slowly raised his head, looked directly into the eyes of the third prince, and said in a firm and powerful voice:

"Your Highness, although I, Hediyah, am not a powerful person, I also know the importance of Yangsaki Academy. Once this matter is revealed, not only will I suffer a catastrophe, but even the peace between the Western Regions and Dawei will cease to exist. I can't afford to take such a risk. ”

The third prince frowned, he didn't expect Hedier to refute himself so directly.

A wave of anger welled up in his heart, but his face remained calm:

"Heidiye, are you against me?"

Hedier shook his head, his tone still firm:

"Your Highness has misunderstood. I'm not against you, I'm just stating the facts. Although I have some power in the Western Regions, I am not omnipotent. The implications of this matter are wide-ranging, and if it fails, the consequences will be unimaginable. I hope Your Highness will think twice. ”

The third prince sneered, and a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes:

"Hediye, you seem to have forgotten who you are. This is the Imperial City of Dawei! What qualifications do you have to negotiate with me here?! ”

Hedtier's face changed when he heard this, but then he regained his composure.

He was not angered by the words of the third prince, but said lightly:

"Your Highness is right, this is indeed the Great Imperial City, and I am indeed a foreigner from the Western Regions, but please don't forget, sometimes outsiders are more valuable, if there is no outsider like me, I am afraid it will be difficult to implement your plan, right?"

The third prince was choked by Hediya's words, he didn't expect this Western Regions swordsman to be so difficult......

"Well, since you say so, I might as well tell you. This is a matter of my great cause, and I can only succeed and not fail. If you can do this, I will help you vigorously, even if it is not impossible to unify the tribes of the Western Regions! But if it is messed up, not to mention your life, I dare to guarantee that none of the horses in your Sunset Horse Farm will be sold in Dawei! ”

The words of the third prince shocked Hediye's heart.

He didn't expect that the third prince would threaten himself with the livelihood of the Sunset Racecourse.

The Dawei Imperial Court has strict control over the trade in the Western Regions, and if the three princes really speak, Sunset Horse Farm will indeed face a huge dilemma.

But Hediye was not an easy man, and he was able to gain a foothold in the Western Regions not only by force, but also by extraordinary wisdom and courage.

"Your Highness, are you threatening me? Although I have some business in Dawei, it is not that I can't live without Dawei. If you really want to break the net, I, Hediye, will accompany you to the end! ”

The third prince's face changed when he heard this, he didn't expect Hediye to be so tough.

Although he was angry in his heart, he also knew that Hedier was not lying and threatening.

Sunset Racecourse has a huge influence in the Western Regions, and if he really fights with it, it is really not good for his plan, so he can only suppress the anger in his heart and try to make his tone appear calmer:

"Hediyer, you are mistaken. I'm not trying to threaten you, I just want you to understand the importance of this. As long as you can do this, I will not only reward you, but also help you expand your influence in the Western Regions. Do you really want to refuse such a good thing? ”

Hydiye sneered, he didn't believe the promise of the third prince.

These royal children are all ruthless people who will do whatever it takes to compete for the throne.

"Your Highness, I appreciate your kindness. But it's too risky for me to afford Sunset Racecourse. Please also ask for another master. ”

Seeing Hydier's resolute attitude, the third prince couldn't help but feel a little anxious.

Hediye was a key figure in his plan, and without his help, his plan would not have been successful.

No, the third prince gritted his teeth and decided to put some more pressure on Hediye:

"Hediyer, do you really want to refuse? I'm always ready to make your Sunset Racecourse have no place in Dawei! ”

Hedier has his own bottom line and principles, and he will not give in to fear.

He looked at the third prince coldly and said:

"Your Highness, if you really want to do this, then I have nothing to say. But I'm sure you won't do that, because you still need my help. Without the support of Heydier and Sunset Racecourse, your plans would only be more difficult. ”

The third prince was choked by Khadier's words, he really needed Hydiyah's help, but he didn't want to lower his profile because of this.

After being silent for a while, the third prince advised himself not to be too impatient, otherwise it would only backfire:

"Heidiye, I know you have your concerns and considerations, but I hope you can understand how important this matter is to me. As long as you are willing to help me with this, I will not only reward you, but also provide you with more support and help in the Western Regions. Your Sunset Racecourse, I will make sure that its trade in Dawei is unimpeded, and even all the state capitals in the north of Dawei, and even the Investigation Division, can only buy your horses! ”

Seeing that Hediye was silent, the third prince couldn't help but feel a little anxious.

At this moment, Hedier was weighing the pros and cons, and he had to add another fire to make him make up his mind.

So he continued:

"Hai Jianhao, I know your concerns, but I have been planning this matter for a long time, as long as you are willing to help, you will definitely succeed. And I will try to minimize the risk and ensure your safety. If you have any concerns, just ask, and I'll answer them for you. ”

Hediye raised his head and glanced at the third prince.

The third prince really wanted to win himself over, and he did give enough sincerity and conditions.

Half an hour later, Hedier spoke again:

"Your Highness, when do you want to do this?"

The third prince was overjoyed when he heard this, and quickly stood up and walked in front of Hediye.

The faint scent of ink and pine wood fills the Yangzaki Academy, which is the most familiar and reassuring atmosphere for students.

In the middle of the night, dark clouds suddenly obscured the moon, and the stars lost their light.

A group of black-clothed people suddenly appeared at the gate of the academy like ghosts, with cold eyes and torches in their hands.

The fire spread rapidly, and the raging fire raged wildly in the night wind, and one fire dragon after another rampaged through the academy.

The entire academy was soon plunged into a sea of fire, and the flames reflected half of the sky.

The teachers and students came back to their senses and were horrified to find that there was already a sea of fire around them.

Fleeing in all directions in a panic, but the fire has blocked all paths.

Hediye stood on the high ground in the distance, staring coldly at all this.

He planned the fire with great care, and every detail was thought through.

This fire will change the fate of many people, including himself, of course.

In the light of the fire, Hedier's eyes shimmered with a complex light.

He is not a ruthless man, but he must make a choice and force himself to harden his heart, and these innocent lives must be sacrificed.

In the academy, the screams and cries for help of teachers and students echoed in the night sky one after another.

Forced by the fire with nowhere to run, they could only huddle in corners and shiver.

Some tried to break out of the flames, but were quickly engulfed in flames.

Help did not come, and the fire became more and more intense.

Houses collapsed with a deafening roar under the tongues of fire, books were reduced to ashes in the flames and scattered in the wind, and plants and trees were burned in the raging fire, making a crackling sound.

The smell of burning and suffocating smoke filled the air.

Seeing all this, an inexplicable sadness welled up in his heart, and he turned away, closed his eyes and prayed silently, hoping that these innocent souls would rest in peace.

The third prince stood on a tall building in the distance, looking at the ruins in the direction of Yangsaki Academy, with a smug smile on his face.

The fire not only diverted attention, but also created favorable conditions for his next move.

At the same time, he was fully prepared to deal with the shaking of the imperial city and the investigation of the imperial court.

The fire burned all night and was not extinguished until dawn.

The entire Yangzaki Academy had been reduced to ruins, full of charred trees, ruins, and corpses, and the smell of burning was disgusting.

The people who rushed to the scene to rescue after hearing the news were shocked to see this scene.

They couldn't have imagined that the fire could be so devastating, that so many lives could be wiped out overnight.

The morning mist gently hung over the ruins, as if to cast a veil over the horrific scene.

The morning sun is rising, and the faint light is sprinkled, but it is difficult to dispel the heaviness and sadness in the air.

Hydier had been gone before dawn, his figure vanishing into the hazy morning mist, all of which had nothing to do with him.

There was no pity and guilt in the eyes of the three princes, only ambition and ecstasy.

Qingqing learned about the change in the academy at noon.

The news that Yangzaki Academy had turned into ashes was like a thunderbolt from the sky, and it slammed into Qingqing's heart.

The whole person seemed to be struck by thunder, and he stood in place, his mind blank.

"Nope! That's impossible! ”

Qingqing shook her head violently, her voice sharp and trembling, with a deep sense of unease and grief. His eyes stared at the person who came to report the news, as if he wanted to get a negative answer from the other person.

The messenger just bowed his head and was silent for a while, and then slowly spoke:

"Miss Qingqing, this is a true thing. A fire broke out last night at Yangzaki Academy, and it is now in ruins. ”

Every word smashed into Qingqing's heart like a hammer, making it difficult for her to breathe.

Qingqing turned around and ran to the stable without a word, and his movements were extremely fast and decisive.

She pulled out a fast horse, rolled over, and headed straight in the direction of Yangsaki Academy.

The horse's hooves were flying and the dust was billowing, but his heart was as cold and desperate as if he had been soaked in ice water.

Finally, the ruins of Yangsaki Academy came into view.

Qingqing looked at the charred land from afar, and an indescribable grief welled up in her heart.

Slowly approaching the ruins, each step was as painful and difficult as stepping on a knife edge.

Her eyes searched the ruins, searching for a glimmer of hope and life.

Suddenly, she saw a familiar figure - her father Yang Wenyuan.

Yang Wenyuan stood in the middle of the ruins, his back looking so lonely and vicissitudes.

Qingqing's heart trembled suddenly, and she rushed over and hugged her father tightly.

"Father!"

"What the hell is going on? How did the academy become like this? ”

Yang Wenyuan gently patted his daughter's back, opened his blood-red eyes, and said in a hoarse voice:

"Someone deliberately set the fire...... Last night, around midnight, a group of black-clothed men broke into the academy and set fire to it. When we found out, it was too late......"

"Who is it?"

Qingqing raised her head angrily and asked.

Yang Wenyuan shook his head and sighed:

"It is not known who did it. But think about it, how many people in the imperial city dare to attack Yangsaki Academy? ”

When Qingqing heard this, her heart was shocked.

She knew what her father meant, and there must be a deeper conspiracy and purpose behind the fire.

Those who dare to attack Yangsaki Academy must have great ambition and strength.

"Could it be the Third Prince?"

In the Imperial City, there are not many forces that can compete with Yangsaki Academy, and the Three Princes are one of them.

Recently, he has been unscrupulous to expand his power, even at the expense of colluding with the people of the Western Regions.

Yang Wenyuan nodded and said in a deep voice:

"Quite possibly. If you can't win it over, then destroy ......"

Yang Wenyuan was halfway through his words, but he couldn't say any more.

He regretted that his high school had brought disaster to the academy after all.

Qingqing also didn't expect that the revenge of the third prince would come so quickly and so ruthlessly.

It was only one day since Zhao Rang discussed that night.

Yang Wenyuan received the qualifications for the Spring Festival Night Banquet, and it was only a few hours.

Yangsaki Academy was burned down and destroyed.

While speaking, the five princes led a group of forbidden troops to the ruins of Yangsaki Academy.

Hearing the sound of horses' hooves and footsteps, Qingqing and Yang Wenyuan turned around and saw the serious face of the fifth prince.

However, at this moment, Qingqing and Yang Wenyuan couldn't give the five princes any good looks.

In their eyes, everyone in the royal family is just as ruthless, and whoever does all this is ultimately nothing more than a victim of royal feuds.

"Mr. Yang, Miss Qingqing, please mourn!"

Qingqing and Yang Wenyuan just looked at him coldly and didn't speak.

The Fifth Prince didn't care about their indifference, and continued:

"I know you won't believe me now, but I'm going to get justice for you!"

"Justice?"

Qingqing suddenly sneered:

"Justice is in the hearts of the people, not just for you in the royal family!"

When the fifth prince heard this, his brows furrowed slightly, but he quickly stretched out again.

He understood Qingqing's mood at this time, and he also understood that his words might be a little empty.

Yang Wenyuan also said at this time:

"We appreciate Your Highness's kindness. But at stake is the future of Yozaki Academy and the repose of countless innocent lives, and we hope to see real action and results. ”

The fifth prince nodded seriously:

"Mr. Yang, please rest assured, I have dispatched the most capable forbidden army experts to investigate the clues of this matter. I'll let you know as soon as there is any progress. ”

After saying that, he turned around and commanded loudly to the forbidden army:

"You've all listened to me! Be sure to carefully survey the scene and gather all possible clues and evidence! I'm going to see detailed results in three days! ”

The forbidden army and the voice of the rebel replied: "Obey!" And then it got busy.

Seeing this, Qingqing and Yang Wenyuan didn't say anything more, just stood silently and watched.

The fifth prince is here, at least for now, he wants to help investigate the clues and truth of this matter.

The ruins of Yangsaki Academy have always been filled with a dull and oppressive atmosphere.

Everyone remained silent in agreement, and the silence was broken only by the occasional conversation of the Praetorian soldiers.

It wasn't until sunset that the five princes left the scene with their people.

Before leaving, he repeated his promise again.