Tang Xiao heard Tang Yuehua's doubts and couldn't help but show a bitter smile. "Ah, Yuehua, do you think I want to send them to the Worship Hall? That place is a dragon's den and tiger's lair!"
"But... if we refuse, Brother Hao might act impulsively. He won't listen to our advice and will head to the Worship Hall alone!"
Simply put, saving him is impossible, and not saving him is also impossible!
Therefore, I can only choose the most prudent approach, which is to send several elders along with him!
Although, there is still a significant risk!
But as the elder brother, I can't just stand by and watch Tang Hao walk to his death!
"Big Brother... I misunderstood you. Given Brother Hao's character, he would indeed act recklessly. After all, Ah Yin has already died at the Martial Soul Hall's hands, and he surely doesn't want Tang San to have his doubts!"
"I also bear some of the blame. After Tang San was expelled from the imperial palace, I deserted him. If I had sent him to the Hao Tian Clan earlier, perhaps the outcome would've been different!"
She still harbored some guilt toward Tang San.
Tang Xiao shook his head to stop her words. "Enough, what's done is done. Saying more won't help. Let's just hope the Worship Hall is willing to hand him over!"
"If they're unwilling..."
He suddenly fell silent...
Tang Yuehua clenched her fists. "If the Worship Hall refuses to hand him over, are we really going to start a war?"
"The Seven Treasures Glaze Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect would surely not agree!"
Tang Xiao naturally understood this point. "I'm well aware of that, so unless it's absolutely necessary, the Hao Tian Clan will not launch an attack!"
Suddenly, as if he thought of something, he asked curiously, "By the way, Yuehua, do you know a child named Xu Sheng?"
Tang Yuehua froze for a moment, surprised that he had suddenly brought up someone else. "Xu Sheng??"
"Of course I know him. He once accompanied the Crown Prince to study at the Moon Pavilion. I can say he's exceptionally gifted!"
"Even I couldn't discern any clues from his words or expressions!"
Suddenly, she slapped her forehead sharply...
"Right, Big Brother, sending Hao Tian Clan disciples to assassinate Xu Sheng back then was absolutely a mistake!"
"That kid bears no hostility toward the upper three families!!"
As she said this, her tone carried a clear trace of anger...
For she had been at the Moon Pavilion at the time and was unaware that the Hao Tian Clan committed such an act!
By the time she found out, it was already too late!
Tang Xiao replied without hesitation, "I admit, Yuehua, I acted recklessly. But let's set this matter aside for now!"
"I once heard Brother Hao say that Xu Sheng gets along well with Tang San. Is that correct?"
Tang Yuehua seemed a bit puzzled. "Big Brother, why are you asking about this??"
Quickly, she widened her eyes...
Startled, she exclaimed, "Big Brother, don't tell me you mean..."
"That's right. If Xu Sheng truly shares a good relationship with Tang San, perhaps he could help rescue him!"
"After all, he is the Saint Heir of the Martial Soul Hall, and since the Worship Hall hasn't intervened, one could assume they've tacitly approved!"
Following this train of thought, Tang Yuehua realized it seemed feasible!
She immediately became excited. "Big Brother, based on my observations at the Moon Pavilion, the bond between Tang San and Xu Sheng is indeed strong; they could be considered close friends!"
"It's possible we truly can rely on him to save Tang San!"
Seeing her agree with the idea, Tang Xiao continued, "Hmm... During the negotiations in the imperial palace, the Worship Hall assigned two guest elders to protect Xu Sheng, which proves he is greatly valued by Qian Dao Liu!"
"If we inform Xu Sheng about Tang San's imprisonment, perhaps he'll take action!"
Tang Yuehua urged immediately, "Then what are we waiting for? Let's send someone to notify Xu Sheng!"
Thinking back, Xu Sheng and Tang San are so close, yet the former hasn't reacted at all!
The most likely explanation is that the Worship Hall has concealed the matter!
Yet Tang Xiao calmed down and reminded her, "Wait, Yuehua, don't forget: not long ago, the Hao Tian Clan sent disciples to the Worship Hall to assassinate him!"
"If we act rashly again, it could easily lead to misunderstandings!"
Tang Yuehua's beautiful eyes glimmered. "Then, Big Brother, what should we do??"
Tang Xiao mulled it over and finally replied in an enigmatic tone, "This matter might require your help, Yuehua."
Tang Yuehua immediately understood what he meant, speaking to herself, "Big Brother, you mean to leverage my role as the Yue Xuan Master to meet Xu Sheng?"
Tang Xiao affirmed her guess. "That's correct. Since he once studied at the Moon Pavilion, he has at least met you before. He wouldn't regard you as an enemy!"
Tang Yuehua nodded slightly. "Hmm... I have no objection. But relying solely on the title of Yue Xuan Master might not suffice to gain the Martial Soul Hall's attention."
"Let's do this: I'll ask the Crown Prince for support. If he agrees, this might simplify the process!"
Tang Xiao secretly breathed a sigh of relief. "Then I'll leave this matter to you. But Yuehua, please prioritize your safety above all else!"
Tang Yuehua chuckled softly. "Don't worry, Big Brother. I know my limits!"
...
The next day!
The soldier tasked with delivering the message bowed deeply and said, "Crown Prince, the Yue Xuan Master wishes to meet you!"
Xue Qinghe paused his actions and asked quizzically, "The Yue Xuan Master? Wasn't she here to meet Father?"
The soldier shook his head and denied, "That isn't the case. The Yue Xuan Master specifically requested to meet you!"
After pondering briefly, Xue Qinghe nodded and said, "Alright, I understand. Go and bring the Yue Xuan Master here!"
How odd. Tang Yuehua actively seeking to meet him was certainly uncommon!
She rarely visited the imperial palace, and when she did, she usually went to see Xue Ye!
"Yes, Crown Prince!!"
Shortly thereafter, Tang Yuehua, led by the palace soldier, came to the entrance of Xue Qinghe's chamber...
"Crown Prince, pardon me for intruding. I ask for your understanding!"
Xue Qinghe heard her words and signaled to the soldier with a glance...
The soldier immediately understood and promptly exited the area...
Only then did Xue Qinghe smile and say, "Yue Xuan Master, there's no need for so much formality!"
"But I'm curious, why has the Yue Xuan Master specifically sought me out today?"
Tang Yuehua took a deep breath. "As expected of the Crown Prince, you've seen right through me!"
"To be candid, the reason I sought you out today is that I have an important matter to ask for your help with!"
Xue Qinghe appeared slightly surprised. "Oh? I wonder in what way I can assist the Yue Xuan Master?"
Seeing that he showed no sign of impatience, Tang Yuehua continued, "It's like this, Crown Prince. If I'm not mistaken, you are quite close to Xu Sheng, correct?"
Xue Qinghe didn't deny it. "Hmm... Xu Sheng is indeed a good friend of mine."
"So, does this matter the Yue Xuan Master refers to involve Xu Sheng?"
Could it be that something happened between the Hao Tian Clan and the Martial Soul Hall again, requiring his intervention?
Tang Yuehua showed a trace of difficulty. "Well... to say it doesn't involve Xu Sheng wouldn't be entirely accurate."
"The Yue Xuan Master may speak freely. If it's within my ability, I won't refuse!"