This matter ended with Liu Zhitian being completely defeated. Nangong Lin escorted him back to the Imperial Palace. Without any obstructions, they smoothly arrived.

The moment they entered the city, they heard the people on the street discussing Liu Zhitian's actions. It turned out that this matter had leaked out and had reached a point where everyone knew about it.

Everyone knows that Liu Zhitian is a traitor and leaked military secrets to places, causing us to be defeated repeatedly. In just a day's time, Liu Zhitian's image has changed tremendously in everyone's hearts.

He was no longer a admirable general, but a traitor that everyone could kill.

"Serves him right. Such a person should be arrested." Someone from the crowd shouted.

Under his lead, the streets fell into chaos as everyone started to curse at each other.

"You traitor, you are shameless."

"If we kill him, how many people would this kind of person leave in this world?"

"Long live Prince Lin."

"Yes!"

Although everyone's words were different, they expressed an unprecedented amount of agreement. They were all insulting Liu Zhitian and praising Nangong Lin.

After this incident, Nangong Lin's position in the hearts of the common people rose to a whole new level.

Soon, Liu Zhitian was brought to the palace.

Imperial study.

Nangong Xiao sat majestically on the dragon throne while Nangong Zhen stood beside him. He never expected the situation to develop to such an extent.

This time, Liu Zhitian was completely finished. Not only that, he would also be in danger.

"Father, Liu Zhitian has brought you here." Nangong Lin and Yan Xiaoxi stood below.

"Alright." Nangong Xiao shouted.

He knew that Nangong Lin would not let him down. Indeed, he had surpassed him to complete the mission.

For many years, he could not find any clues regarding Liu Zhitian. He did not expect that Liu Zhitian would walk right into his trap and fall into Nangong Lin's hands.

"General Liu, your actions have truly chilled us." Nangong Lin looked at the kneeling Liu Zhitian. He never thought that the arrogant and despotic him would end up like this.

Liu Zhitian gave a mocking smile. How could he not understand what Nangong Xiao was thinking? He only said, "I've indeed lost."

Liu Zhitian did not want to admit these words. All his years of hard work had gone down the drain just like that. He was extremely upset. Back then, he was in the hall and he should have stopped Nangong Zhen from continuing.

He raised his head and looked at Nangong Zhen who was standing above him with a profound gaze.

When Nangong Zhen was stared at by Liu Zhitian, he couldn't help but start to panic. He was worried that Liu Zhitian would drag him into the water.

Although it would reduce the amount of trust royal father had for him if he did not make a firm decision, if it became serious, it might even affect his position as the crown prince.

"It's a capital offense to collude with the enemy and sell out the country." Nangong Xiao did not plan on wasting her breath. The current Liu Zhitian had already lost. Without any threat, he would not have any scruples.

Liu Zhitian had already seen such a scene countless times, so he was mentally prepared. He glanced at Nangong Zhen and said, "This general has something else to say."

"Royal father, why waste so much time to drag him down and kill him." Nangong Zhen was worried that Liu Zhitian would tell him everything in order to protect himself, so he decided to make the first move.

Liu Zhitian smiled in ridicule, he was not surprised by Nangong Zhen's reaction. In the royal family, whether it was kinship, love, or friendship, they were all meaningless. In order to become a king, one had to be ruthless.

Nangong Zhen had done this. He would not show mercy to his enemies.

To Nangong Lin, a blood-related brother who had plotted against him time and time again, to an ally like him who only had benefits to work with, he was even more heartless.

For his own sake, he could kill as many people as he wanted.

"Imperial Father can listen to what General Liu has to say." Nangong Lin suggested.

Both he and Yan Xiaoxi knew that this matter was related to Nangong Zhen, but there was no evidence at hand. Perhaps it was Nangong Zhen who deserved it, and Hades did not want to take him in this time.

"Alright, I'll give you a chance." Nangong Xiao's words immediately made Nangong Zhen tense up.

Beside him, Yan Xiaoxi was sitting on a chair, quietly eating her food as if she was watching a play, appreciating everything that was happening before her.

Liu Zhitian glanced at Nangong Lin. However, there was no gratitude in his eyes because he understood what Nangong Lin was planning.

Even if he were to suffer a crushing defeat, he would not allow Nangong Lin to obtain victory. He would also not allow Nangong Lin to topple Nangong Zhen with the help of him.

"I beg the Emperor to spare my daughter. She has done nothing wrong." No one had expected Liu Zhitian to make such a request.

He had treated Liu Zhixue pretty well, but he had yet to reach the point of being a good father. If it wasn't for Liu Zhixue's talent and fame, which was of great value to him, he might not have been able to use her.

Nangong Xiao snorted coldly. She felt that Liu Zhitian's request was simply wishful thinking. He had personally witnessed Liu Zhixue trying to kill Yan Xiaoxi and the father and daughter pair were just as vicious.

"Imperial Father, Miss Liu did not do anything wrong. Please excuse me." The intelligent Nangong Zhen immediately understood what Liu Zhitian meant.

If his prediction was correct, Liu Zhitian wanted to hide this matter in exchange for Liu Zhixue's life.

"It is a crime to attempt to rebel and kill the nine clans." It was clear that Nangong Xiao had no intention of letting Liu Zhixue off.

At this time, Nangong Lin stood forward and said, "Imperial Father, Xue'er has contributed to this matter being able to proceed so smoothly. Please spare her."

Everyone was shocked when they heard this. No one expected Nangong Lin to actually plead on behalf of Liu Zhixue.

Yan Xiaoxi, who was eating the pastries, was suddenly stunned. The pastries were stuck in her throat.

"Cough, cough." She quickly grabbed a cup of tea and gulped it down.

At the same time, Nangong Xiao was also puzzled by this matter. After so many things had happened, he had already determined that Yan Xiaoxi was his daughter-in-law.

He had also determined that Nangong Lin liked Yan Xiaoxi.

However, men were often like this. With regards to their first love, regardless of whether they were together or not, they would never forget about it. In his heart, there would always be a place for her.

Why was Nangong Xiao not like this before?

Liu Zhitian and Nangong Zhen could not understand why Nangong Lin would plead for Liu Zhixue. Could it be that he still could not forget her kindness? This was the only reason they could think of.

Yan Xiaoxi sat on the chair as she scanned Nangong Lin with her probing gaze. Every time she thought to herself, if not for the fact that Nangong Lin liked Liu Zhixue, he would do something to make her misunderstand.

Bad person. Nangong Lin is a bad guy.

She indignantly continued to eat her pastries. From that moment onwards, she had not once glanced at Nangong Lin.

"Father, look at how my royal brother said it. He is going to show great mercy and spare Miss Liu's life." Seeing that, Nangong Zhen hurriedly took advantage of his victory and continued.

This caused Nangong Zhen's heart to waver. After a moment of hesitation, he finally compromised, "Whatever, I promise you that I won't kill Liu Zhixue."

"Thank you, royal father." Nangong Lin and Nangong Zhen said in unison.