Heka Liannuo smiled, "Then I'll head to the venue first. Mother will be impatient if I'm late." She said a few words to Heka Lingchuan and left.
Everyone took their seats one by one. The host on the podium began to speak, followed by Heka Qingtang.
He announced that the succession ceremony was officially commencing, with Heka Liannuo ascending the throne.
But at this moment, several elders among the crowd, seated in the second row below the podium, suddenly stood up.
"He Xiaojingwei should succeed the throne, not Heka Liannuo."
"Yes, that's right."
"He Xiaojingwei is the true hidden master."
"Kill Heka Liannuo."
...
At this moment, a commotion and gunshots erupted outside the training ground, followed by a din.
As everyone stood up to observe, the eight entrances to the training ground were breached, and people led by Old Man Chen stormed in.
The guards within the training ground immediately engaged them in combat, causing widespread chaos.
Suddenly, someone on the main stage shouted, "Ah! Young Master Liannuo has been shot! Someone, quickly!"
"Quick, protect the Young Master!"
"Protect the Hidden Master!"
"Take down the rebels!"
"Doctor, call a doctor immediately."
The vast venue descended into utter pandemonium. As more and more people crowded in, the scene became a mess.
Hearing that Heka Liannuo had been shot, Heka Lingchuan's heart tightened with fear. He immediately turned and went to the dressing room, opening the door to the one Heka Liannuo had just occupied.
What met his eyes was the vest he had given her.
The vest was still in the dressing room; Heka Liannuo hadn't worn it at all.
To be precise, she had deliberately not worn it.
Outside, Heka Liannuo's people were clashing with those brought by Old Man Chen.
Both sides exchanged fire, creating a chaotic battle.
Heka Yanyi's men were 'blocking' the outsiders on the periphery, stalling for time.
Until a voice came through the earpiece he was wearing, "Your Highness the First Prince, Young Master Liannuo has ceased to breathe."
"Are you sure?"
Heka Yanyi found it hard to believe.
"Absolutely certain. The Hidden Master stayed by Young Master Liannuo's side. The doctor checked her pulse and confirmed she was no longer breathing. The bullet hit her heart, passing through her body twice. There is no chance of survival!"
The other party stated with utmost certainty.
Heka Yanyi's lips curled into a cold sneer, "Good, very good."
A victor's smile bloomed on his face. He waved his hand, "Everyone, follow me inside!"
With a command, everyone entered the training ground and engaged in a fierce battle with Old Man Chen's men. Anthony's men came to Heka Yanyi's support.
At the same time, on another side.
Qing Muye directed all his forces to the villa of Heka Lanya.
With most of the guards deployed by Old Man Chen to the royal palace, the large villa lacked its stringent security and manpower. Qing Muye easily entered the villa, apprehended Heka Lanya, Heka Lvyi, and others, and successfully rescued Meng Jingwei.
Meng Jingwei looked at the bound Heka Lanya and asked, "Where are my adoptive parents? Where are they?"
Heka Lanya shook her head, "I don't know."
She remained composed and calm, showing no intention of telling Meng Jingwei the truth. To her surprise, she asked, "Your memories weren't sealed?"
Meng Jingwei pursed her lips and smiled, "I've disappointed you."
"Disappointed? You lost all value to me long ago. The new Hidden Master will only be He Xiao Zirui."
He Xiao Zirui was Li Zirui.
Since Li Yun'er was dead, Meng Jingwei did not obey the constraints of Old Man Chen and Heka Lanya.
After Heka Lanya and several elders discussed, they finally felt that if they were going to reclaim the position of Hidden Master, why bother with Meng Jingwei?
It would be better to directly grant the position to Li Zirui.
After all, he was Heka Lanya's son and truly obedient to her.