The Emperor asked, his voiceced with doubt, "What sets them apart from the other Holy Sons? Is it safe to engage with them and discuss our critical proposition?" The matter was of the utmost importance, and he needed to proceed with caution.


    The Prime Minister nodded solemnly, "Your Highness, I have carefully selected two Holy Sons who are strategically vital to our future."


    "Holy Son Le Lin, the son of the current Holy Sect Leader, holds immense power and influence within the sect. By securing his allegiance, we can potentially acquire the Vermillion Tear from the Holy Fairy Sect through negotiation."


    He paused, his eyes gleaming with a calcted strategy, "The next Holy Son, Xiao Feng, hails from an ancient and noble family, and is a direct disciple of one of the Holy Lords. He is widely regarded as a strong contender for the position of the next Holy Sect Leader."


    "As a neer, he is eager to forge alliances with powerful figures. If we can leverage the Ancestor Emperor''s influence to establish a connection with him, we can solidify his support and gain a significant advantage."


    A look of stern disapproval crossed the Emperor''s face. "You propose that the Father Emperor should serve a mere young Holy Son? Do you fullyprehend the gravity of such a decision?"


    The Prime Minister bowed his head, his voice filled with respect, "Your Majesty, we must acknowledge our limitations. Despite our status as a powerful dynasty, we cannot match the immense power and influence wielded by a Holy Son."


    "By aligning ourselves with them, we gain ess to the resources and support of a world power, ensuring our future prosperity and security and there are rumours that the Vermillion Tear might be in the possession of his master. If this is true, then securing his support bes even more crucial."


    Suddenly, the Empress interjected, "Even if we manage to secure his support, what guarantees that he will willingly part with the Vermillion Tear? What do we possess that would entice him to share such a powerful artifact?" She posed the most pressing question - what leverage do they have topel the Holy Son to surrender the Vermillion Tear?


    The Prime Minister spoke, his voice filled with confidence, "Your Highness, I have a n to ensure that he will willingly part with the artifact. I simply require your support to execute it sessfully."


    The Empress inquired, "What role can I y in this matter?" A sense of unease settled within her heart. The Prime Minister assured her, "I will inform Your Majesty when the time is right. For now, the critical question is determining the most suitable candidate to approach, whether it''s Holy Son Le Lin or Holy Son Xiao Feng."


    The Prime Minister smiled knowingly, "Your Majesty, I was thinking along the same lines. Your wisdom knows no bounds." He then outlined hisprehensive n, "I have devised a strategy where we can approach both Holy Sons simultaneously and negotiate a deal that favours us."


    He continued, "I''ve heard that Holy Son Le Lin is about to embark on a journey to the Ice Pce in search of a specific item. However, his negotiations might falter due to the well-known blunt and direct nature of the Ice Pce inhabitants." He then produced a scroll containing a powerful ancient cultivation technique and presented it to the Emperor.


    "I apologize for not informing Your Highness about this technique earlier. I was saving it for a special asion like this. It is the final piece of an ancient cultivation technique discovered by our schrs."


    The Empress''s eyes widened in shock, "Isn''t this one of the Three Extreme Ice Arts of the Ice Pce? After the war with the Holy Demonic Sect, this technique was lost when a one of their faction betrayed the Ice Pce and defected to the Holy Demonic Pce. How did you acquire this?"


    The Prime Minister responded with a stern tone, "Your Highness, this was discovered at the border of the Northern Continent and Thedas Continent. Our schrs found it alongside the skeleton of an individual believed to be a member of the Ice Pce." He then produced an ancient skeleton adorned with a white frost ring on its hand.


    "We couldn''t identify him beyond his status as a high-ranking member of the Ice Pce. All we can specte is that he seeded in retrieving this cultivation technique from the traitors but sumbed to his injuries and perished at our continent''s border. However, this remains mere spection."


    Emperor and Empress couldn''t believe in their eyes, to think their Prime minister has again found something that be reason of War between powerful faction in the world.


    The Empress spoke, her voiceced with a mix of awe and caution, "I understand why you kept this a secret. This cultivation technique is considered taboo, and its cultivation is restricted to those with specific…." A blush crept across her cheeks as she alluded to the select few who could master such a powerful and potentially dangerous art.


    The Prime Minister exined, "Indeed, Your Highness, this technique can only be mastered by those specific people. Although they still exist within the Ice Pce, they have isted themselves from the world due to the loss of one part of their Extreme Ice Art. They have minimal contact with the outside world."


    "If we present this technique to Holy Son Le Lin during his visit to the Ice Pce, we can achieve a twofold benefit: securing his favour and strengthening our connection with the Ice Pce."


    The Emperor smiled, impressed by the Prime Minister''s cunning n. He spoke with pride, "We are fortunate to have you as our Prime Minister. You have contributed immensely to our nation, and I am proud of your achievements."


    The Prime Minister nodded, "It is my duty to strengthen our nation and serve Your Majesties."


    The Prime Minister proposed, "I suggest that Your Highness personally meet with Holy Son Le Lin and visit the Ice Pce with these two items. First, present the Extreme Ice cultivation Art to the Holy Son, empowering him to negotiate with the Ice Pce."


    "And When they inquire about the details, Your Majesty can reveal the skeleton as proof of our sincerity. Your personal visit to the Ice Pce will further solidify our intentions."


    The Emperor nodded, recognizing the Prime Minister''s n as the most effective approach. By following this strategy, he could establish closer ties with two of the world''s most powerful forces: the Holy Sect and the Ice Pce.


    The Emperor turned to the Empress, his eyes filled with a mixture of excitement and anticipation. "You''ve expressed a desire to visit the Northern Lands for quite some time. This presents the perfect opportunity. Join me on this expedition to the Ice Pce."


    Before the Empress could respond, the Prime Minister interjected, "Your Highness, while this is an excellent opportunity, I believe Her Majesty''s presence is crucial for another matter of great importance."


    The Emperor regarded the Prime Minister with a questioning look. "What kind of assistance is required from the Empress that prevents her from apanying me to the Ice Pce?"


    The Prime Minister responded, "Your Highness, Her Majesty''s assistance is crucial in our approach to Holy Son Xiao Feng. While Your Majesty focuses on Holy Son Le Lin, we must simultaneously engage with Holy Son Xiao Feng, who happens to be visiting their subsidiary sect, the Spirit Fairy Sect."


    The Emperor nodded, understanding the gravity of the situation. "How do you n to approach him? Don''t tell me you have another ancient cultivation technique hidden away that the Holy Son Xiao Feng requires."


    The Prime Minister shook his head, "No, Your Majesty. I don''t possess any more ancient techniques, nor does the Holy Son need one. I know what he desires, and I''m on the verge of acquiring it." His eyes lingered on the Empress.


    The Empress noticed his gaze and felt a shiver of pleasure, Meanwhile, the Emperor pondered, oblivious to the Prime Minister''s underlying n, "Should I inform the Father Emperor about this matter?"


    The Prime Minister responded, "Not yet, Your Majesty. Let us handle this discreetly. Her Highness and I can discuss this matter with the Ancestor Emperor."


    The Emperor nodded, unaware that he was ying into the Prime Minister''s hands. The Prime Minister had orchestrated this entire n, and the Emperor''s visit to the Ice Pce would effectively ce the Empress under the Prime Minister''s control, who had already corrupted her.


    The Prime Minister, with a cunning smile, assured the Emperor that his n would solidify their dynasty''s position in the world. He would use the allure of power and the promise of a prosperous future to manipte both the Holy Sons and the Ice Pce.


    Meanwhile, the Empress, blinded by her desires, eagerly awaited the Prime Minister''s next move. She was unaware of the sinister game being yed; her heart already captive to the Prime Minister''s promises.


    As the Emperor departed for the Ice Pce, he carried with him not only the hopes of his dynasty but also the seeds of his own downfall. The Prime Minister, with his intricate web of deceit, was poised to seize control, leaving the Emperor a mere puppet in his grand scheme.