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"You didn't lose out either," Gao Fei laughed. "You got a sharp dagger, which is only second to a Spiritual Treasure."

"It's far less valuable than your Forbidden-breaking Pill," He Hentian said sullenly.

"Alright, stop sulking," Gao Fei waved his hand. "Let's talk about something important, have we found any clues to the Defying Heavenly Level Spiritual Medicine?"

He Hentian shook his head: "No! I've issued a reward notice, offering one million Spirit Stones to whoever provides clues. Many people are tempted and have started trying to find the Defying Heavenly Level Spiritual Medicine, but whether they can find it is a matter of luck."

"We can't rely entirely on others, we have to make an effort ourselves," Gao Fei paused, then asked, "Is there any in the imperial palace?"

"Ah?"

"As far as I know, the imperial palace has many precious treasures. It's possible that there's Defying Heavenly Level Spiritual Medicine there."

"I'm not sure about that..."

"You should ask," Gao Fei pressed.

"Ask who?"

"Ask your grandfather. His birthday is coming up in a few days. When you go to wish him well, you should beat around the bush and ask him. Remember, you absolutely must not reveal anything about Duanmu Hong's affair."

"Alright, I'll ask," He Hentian agreed.

...

Seven days later, on the seventh day of the fifth month, the imperial capital was adorned with lanterns and gleeful music, and all the citizens were dressed in new clothes. Today was the birthday of Emperor Dugu Jingtian, a day of national celebration. Early in the morning, the common people rushed to the streets to pray for the Emperor's blessing.

The streets were packed with people and bustling with excitement.

Since the morning, the imperial palace had set up banquet tables with flowing water, allowing anyone with some status to enter the palace for a feast filled with delicious food and lively entertainment.

As he walked, He Hentian couldn't help but admire inwardly: "The imperial palace truly is grand, way better than my estate." He had thought his estate was luxurious, but compared to the imperial palace, it was nothing.

"This isn't your first time here, is it?" Gao Fei asked in surprise.

"Actually, it is my first time," He Hentian nodded.

"Damn!" Gao Fei's mouth twitched vehemently. "The Emperor is your grandfather, the palace your own home. You should be coming and going frequently."

"My grandfather forced my parents to their deaths. Although I've forgiven him, I still don't want to see him."

"You..."

"Enough, let's not talk about it. Some things are meant only for the heart and not for words."

They talked as they made their way toward the Taiji Hall.

The Taiji Hall was the largest hall in the imperial palace and where the Emperor conducted his official business. Anyone who could freely enter the Taiji Hall was of high status. At the entrance to the Taiji Hall, Gao Fei ran into an acquaintance.

"Oh! If it isn't Gao Fei! Haven't seen you in months, you've lost quite a bit of weight. You must've been through a lot recently, huh?" Dongfang Jian remarked sarcastically. He was dressed in a blue gown today, looking dapper. Standing beside him, dignified and elegant, was The Tenth Princess, Dugu Xiu.

"Dongfang Jian, your forehead is darkening and your eyes are hollowed – looks like you've got a blood disaster coming," Gao Fei retorted coolly. "Better stay home for the next few days and not venture out."

"Screw your mother!" Dongfang Jian's face darkened, and he cursed furiously. "You dare curse me?! You dog!"

"Say that again, I dare you."

"I just did, what about it! Gao Fei, you're nothing but a bastard, shameless, vile, low-down, death-seeking piece of trash."

"Slap!"

A large hand suddenly stretched out from the side and slapped Dongfang Jian across the face, exceptionally loud, and the owner of the hand was none other than He Hentian.

With a cold and grim expression, He Hentian glared at Dongfang Jian, "Dare to spout nonsense again, and I will tear your mouth apart."

"You... you..." Dongfang Jian's face turned green, shaking with anger. He had never dreamt that He Hentian would hit him, and to do so in front of so many people.

"He Hentian! Have you gone mad!" The Tenth Princess Dugu Xiu roared angrily, "Why did you hit Dongfang Jian? What has he done to provoke you! If you don't make yourself clear today, I won't let this rest."

"Gao Fei is my friend. Whoever dares to curse him, I slap," said He Hentian indifferently, his hands behind his back and his head held high.

"What? Gao Fei is your friend? What kind of joke are you playing!"

"How is this even possible!"

Dugu Xiu and Dongfang Jian were both stunned.

"Who's joking with you," snorted He Hentian, "Gao Fei is my friend! Anyone who disrespects him, I will kill." Having said this, He Hentian then pulled Gao Fei into the Taiji Hall.

As he passed by Dongfang Jian, Gao Fei grinned, "The taste of being slapped in public isn't too bad, huh? Hehe!" Seeing Dongfang Jian deflate made Gao Fei very happy.

Dongfang Jian's face was incredibly sullen. He stared daggers at Gao Fei, and if glares could kill, Gao Fei would have died countless times over.

"Don't be angry." Dugu Xiu comforted, "I will help you take your revenge."

...

Inside the Taiji Hall.

The Human Emperor Dugu Jingtian sat on the dragon throne with a smile, his voice booming, "Thank you all for coming to wish me a happy birthday!"

"Your Majesty, you are too kind. You are the leader of the Human Race, and we are all your subjects. It is only right for us to come and celebrate your birthday," a man shouted loudly.

"I am very happy today," Dugu Jingtian declared with a smile, "Very, very happy, because my grandson has returned! Hentian, come over here, come to my side!" Dugu Jingtian motioned He Hentian, who was sitting below, to approach with a wave of his hand.

Putting down his wine glass, He Hentian stood up and walked toward Dugu Jingtian.

"Hentian! I am truly happy that you could attend my birthday banquet," Dugu Jingtian said with a smile.

"You are my grandfather, and it is only right, both sentimentally and logically, that I should attend your birthday," He Hentian stated proudly.

"What did you call me?"

"Grandfather, of course."

"... Call me that again..."

"... Grandfather."

"Hahaha!" Dugu Jingtian burst into laughter, his resounding laugh making the ceiling of the great hall buzz; he was truly overjoyed, "Good! Very good! My good grandson!!!" He Hentian had always been a thorn in his heart, and he had thought that he would never hear He Hentian call him grandfather in this lifetime. But to his astonishment... had He Hentian forgiven him? Not only did he come personally to the birthday celebration, but he also publicly called him grandfather? He was thrilled!

All of this was thanks to Gao Fei!

Without Gao Fei, He Hentian would have never forgiven Dugu Jingtian!

Dugu Jingtian was genuinely grateful to Gao Fei and at the same time puzzled - how did Gao Fei do it? How had he dissipated the resentment in He Hentian's heart? Dugu Jingtian racked his brain but could not figure it out, and he had made up his mind to ask Gao Fei for a clear explanation after the feast was over.

No matter how clever Dugu Jingtian was, he would never guess that He Hentian's memory had been manipulated…

"Grandfather, this is a gift for you. Although it's not very valuable, it represents my sentiments. I hope you like it," He Hentian said as he took out a delicate little box from his Storage Bag and handed it to Dugu Jingtian.

"Another gift?" Opening the lid of the box, Dugu Jingtian discovered a Luminous Pearl the size of a child's fist inside, sparkling and strikingly beautiful, "Excellent! This Luminous Pearl is very beautiful, I like it very much!!! Hentian, you are so thoughtful."