Chapter 473 - 223: Brainstorming

The gaze felt tangible, even Yun Wanchen found it hard to ignore.

He paused briefly, turned to Yun Zheng, and asked puzzledly, "Father, why are you looking at me like that?"

Could it be that there’s a mission he wants to assign to him?

Little did Yun Wanchen know that Yun Zheng’s thoughts had already wandered due to Yun Wanye’s subconscious expression.

"Ahem, nothing."

Regarding that girl, Yun Wanchen hadn’t yet confessed to his parents, and Yun Zheng didn’t want to expose it, making things difficult for his son, so he pretended not to know.

He quickly came to his senses, turned to Yun Wanye, and asked, "What about the tools? What are they? Are you confident in handling them?"

"Father, you’re overestimating me..."

Yun Wanye replied softly, his expression worsening.

"This time, there are many tasks, and the system provided an unprecedented number of tools, each with incredible power."

"I have a Clear Heart Talisman from Little Sister, which might barely offer some protection, but as for the Emperor, I really don’t know what to do..."

After all, the Imperial Palace is no ordinary place; without summons, one absolutely cannot enter.

If he sneaks in without permission and is discovered by a Hidden Guard, reported to the Emperor, it might bring disaster upon the entire Yun Family.

"Father, to correct the world plotline, the system must kill the Emperor. What should we do? Should we intervene to protect the Emperor?"

If we don’t intervene, given the strength of those tools, the Emperor is doomed.

But if we intervene, continually thwarting the system, it will surely get furious and will use every means to eliminate us as obstacles before dealing with the Emperor.

Perhaps, tasks targeting the Yun Family will keep increasing.

This is not good.

"First, tell me in detail about the tools. It’s never too late to make a plan once I have all the information."

This matter is crucial, and Yun Zheng hesitated to make a quick decision, thus he didn’t answer the question but continued to ask about the tools.

Yun Wanye didn’t hide anything and detailed each tool and its capabilities.

The atmosphere grew heavier with each word, and Yun Zheng and Yun Wanchen’s expressions worsened.

Upon hearing that Su Qianxue had tools like the Wall-Penetrating Talisman, Earth Escape Talisman, Invisibility Talisman—tools that bypass palace walls—and many other killing weapons.

"Father, with tools like the Wall-Penetrating Talisman, Earth Escape Talisman, Invisibility Talisman, the palace walls can’t stop Su Qianxue."

"Moreover, she holds many invisible killing weapons, it seems this mission is indeed severe."

Yun Wanchen muttered, frowning lightly.

In comparison, the tasks previously issued by the system seem trivial.

Yun Zheng nodded slightly, squinting his eyes thoughtfully.

"I don’t know why, but I sense a profound urgency in this mission. As the timeline progresses, the plot deviates more seriously. Is the system getting anxious?"

Releasing four tasks simultaneously, this has never happened before.

Plus, issuing so many powerful tools, seems like a do-or-die gamble, only allowing success, not failure.

Hopefully, it’s not just his misconception.

If the system is desperate, perhaps overcoming this crisis could rewrite their fate completely.

"Sigh, Father, so what should we do? Are we still going to involve ourselves with the Emperor? If so, how shall we do it?"

We can’t possibly tell the Emperor that he should die, but Father secretly had Imperial Doctor Yao cure him, yet his survival doesn’t fit the world plot, so there’s a mysterious system trying to kill him, right?

If we say that, wouldn’t the Emperor consider us mad and order us dead?

Furthermore, even if the Emperor believes it, what can he do?

We’re merely mortals, expecting the Emperor to defend Su Qianxue’s tools himself? Or rely on those Death Warriors and guards to protect him?

Clearly, counting on the Emperor to save himself or relying on his people is not feasible.

Yun Wanye scratched his head, feeling a bit frustrated.

Honestly, he didn’t want the Emperor to die. If the Emperor dies, Mo Yuanhao’s ascension becomes inevitable, with no one able to stop it.

And the system repairs over half of the obstacles to the plot.

"We must intervene. The Emperor is the ruler; I am his subject. As his subject, I must share his worries. Knowing he’s in danger, how can I not care?"

"But as for how to intervene, I have no good idea for now. Let me think more, or do you two brothers have any good ideas?"

"If you do, feel free to share them."

Yun Zheng looked at Yun Wanchen and then at Yun Wanye.

These brothers were clever and resourceful since childhood; maybe they have some ingenious solutions.

Facing Yun Zheng’s gaze, Yun Wanchen’s eyebrows twitched.

"Father, this matter certainly is difficult, but I get along well with the Emperor, so perhaps I can find a reason to enter the palace and accompany him, protecting him in secret for a while."

"But those tools are bizarre, and I can’t assure absolute protection of the Emperor."

Hearing this, Yun Zheng didn’t rush to respond, and instead turned to Yun Wanye, asking, "What about you? Any thoughts?"

"I do have ideas, but Father should promise not to hit me after I finish speaking."

Yun Wanye chuckled nervously, shrinking his neck apprehensively.

Judging by his expression, he certainly hadn’t thought of a good plan and probably had some dubious scheme, but given the current situation, there wasn’t much choice.

Yun Zheng frowned and urged, "Hurry up, what’s your idea? As long as it’s not catastrophic, I promise I won’t hit you, alright?"

Yun Wanye: "..."

Catastrophic?

In Father’s eyes, how bad could he be?

"Father, it’s not that bad; just want to sacrifice Yao’er a little..."

Before he could finish, Yun Zheng’s face visibly darkened, ready to angrily rebuke him, but he quickly interrupted.

"Father, please don’t get upset right away, hear me out. The sacrifice I mentioned isn’t about endangering Yao’er to that extent."

Driven by survival instincts, Yun Wanye didn’t dare pause for a second, rapidly explaining.

"Father, think about it, even if Big Brother is friends with the Emperor, can he stay in the palace for long? Even King Qi can’t stay long; why should Big Brother?"

"Other than the Emperor and Palace Maids, eunuchs, only Concubines can stay long in the palace."

"The Emperor likes Yao’er, so if we agree to send her to the palace, he would certainly be delighted."

"I know, Yao’er doesn’t know Martial Arts, doesn’t have special skills; relying on her to protect the Emperor definitely isn’t realistic."

"So, we could convince Yao’er to bring Little Sister along to stay in the palace; besides, I could disguise myself as Yao’er’s guard and protect them secretly."

"Little Sister’s spiritual power can extend over twenty miles, enough to cover the entire Imperial Palace. The system’s target is the Emperor, and moving into the palace, Little Sister’s worrisome nature will surely keep a close watch on the Emperor’s situation."

"If an emergency arises, perhaps Little Sister could intervene promptly."

"In this world, if anyone can compete with those tools, it must be Little Sister..."

And he, together with the Emperor, as two mission targets together, makes it easier for Little Sister to take care of them, which is why he’s suggesting entering the palace to secretly protect Yun Wanyao.

He can hear Little Sister’s thoughts, promptly support the Emperor, and secretly run errands for Yun Wanyao, making it the most perfect plan.