Ye Qingcheng's gaze also fell on the direction of the side hall.

Knowing that only Ye Chen and Elder Liang Tongyun were in the side hall, her expression darkened, and she subconsciously recalled Feng Yantong's words—

The person impersonating Gu Jian is Ye Chen!

The person who wanted to harm Gu Jian was Ye Chen.

"Could it be that Chen'er is the master they speak of?"

"Impossible, impossible! Chen'er is so young, how could he be their master?"

"That's absolutely impossible!"

Ye Qingcheng spoke with unwavering resolve, and recalling the obedient and sensible appearance of her fourth disciple, Ye Chen, she felt a pang of guilt.

But if it weren't for Ye Chen.

Could it be Elder Liang Tongyun?

In the side hall—

Ye Chen lay on the bed, showing no signs of waking up.

Beside him, Elder Liang Tongyun stood with a solemn expression.

She was physically present, but she could see everything happening outside clearly with her divine sense.

Elder Liang Tongyun also knew that if he could not give the sect leader a result today,

This matter will definitely be thoroughly investigated.

It was only a matter of time before the master's identity was exposed.

The First Elder, Liang Tongyun, looked at Ye Chen again and sighed.

“Master, Yun Tong can no longer serve you.”

After speaking, Elder Liang Tongyun stood up and walked out of the side hall.

Under the watchful eyes of countless people, the door to the side hall slowly opened.

The figure of Elder Liang Tongyun appeared in everyone's sight.

The crimson light shone through the Misty Sect's grand formation, illuminating Elder Liang Tongyun's face and giving him an eerie appearance.

The runes on the back of Elder Liang Tongyun's neck flashed and then disappeared into her body.

Then, she looked at Ye Qingcheng, and then at all the surprised people in the square.

An incredulous expression appeared on everyone's face.

The First Elder, Liang Tongyun, raised his head and slowly spoke, his voice domineering and awe-inspiring: "I am their master!"

In the Demon Kingdom, in the Enchanted Capital, in Gu Jian's courtyard.

Gu Jian was unaware that Ye Qingcheng was clearing his name.

However, even if he knew, Gu Jian wouldn't care.

He died long ago in his previous life.

In this life, he only wants to live the life he desires.

Not long ago, he received three pieces of news.

The first piece of news is that the written test results are out.

He got first place in the written exam.

Gu Jian was not surprised.

After all, he even used the poem "Bring in the Wine," so it wouldn't be right if he didn't get first place.

The second piece of news is that Ye Chen has been released.

Gu Jian was not surprised by this either.

All of this was within his expectations.

Now that Ye Chen has been released, it means that the Empress of the Ten Thousand Demon Kingdom has begun her plan against him.

It seems that Ye Chen is now the bait to lure him.

But Gu Jian didn't take it to heart.

After all, everything had been predicted.

In addition, there is a third piece of news.

Gu Jian found this news very interesting.

That is—

Everyone who enters the martial arts test needs to recruit a demon as a servant.

If not.

On the day of the assessment, the official will assign a demon servant to each candidate.

This news is quite interesting.

It also reveals a great deal of information.

After pondering for a moment, Gu Jian understood the intention of the fox demon queen, Hu Linglong.

She even suspected that the person who framed Ye Chen might be one of the contestants.

Therefore, they planned to use spies to investigate each participant.

To be honest, this alone made Gu Jian look at Hu Linglong with new respect.

I think she's even smarter than I expected.

But that's all it is—a little smarter.

It was because he anticipated the enemy's moves.

Despite the enemy being in the open while he was in the dark, he still held a huge advantage.

Gu Jian pondered for a moment, then opened his eyes.

Standing in front of him, Bian Daque spoke to Gu Jian, saying, "Brother Taibai, these rules are really bizarre. I don't know why they came up with such bizarre rules."

"However, it's not a big deal. The officials said it's okay if you don't have one. They will assign them before the exam. Just go to the exam site and pick one up."

Gu Jian laughed and said, "It's really nothing serious. However, we should try to keep a low profile from now on. After all, I'll have another demon by my side."

Bian Daque immediately understood and said, "Brother Taibai, I understand. I will not say 'rebel against the demons and restore Chu' anymore."

Gu Jian nodded, then said after a moment, "Brother Que, think of a way. I don't want to use the demons arranged by the Ten Thousand Demon Kingdom."

Those sent here must be spies.

Knowing he was a spy, how could Gu Jian dare to take him?

Bian Daque said, "Brother Taibai, I don't want to either. Why don't we go to the slave market? The slave market in Meidu not only sells human servants, but also demons."

"However, the demons there are all very low-level, and some are quite disgusting. If you don't mind, you can give it a try."

Gu Jian didn't know what Bian Daque meant by "disgusting," but said, "Okay, let's go take a look."

Gu Jian followed Bian Daque out of the courtyard and headed towards the slave market.

However, half a day later, Gu Jian and Bian Daque returned.

Gu Jian's expression was not good.

After visiting the slave market, Gu Jian discovered that the demons there were indeed low-level and disgusting.

What fly monster, mosquito monster, maggot monster...

There are also quite a few demons who like to eat excrement.

In short, do whatever is disgusting.

Despite his discomfort, the magpie chose a fly monster.

Gu Jian, however, couldn't get over that mental hurdle.

He planned to return to his own courtyard and find another way to recruit demon servants.

Just then, a childish and pitiful voice rang out from outside.

"Selling myself to bury my mother, sob sob sob..."

"Is there any kind person? Please, please buy Xiao Wu. Xiao Wu's mother is dead. Waaah, Xiao Wu is all alone. Please, kind person, buy Xiao Wu."

A beautiful rabbit demon, about sixteen or seventeen years old, dragged the corpse of an old rabbit demon from a distance and stopped near Gu Jian's courtyard, crying out in sorrow.

On the street, many demons and humans felt pity and gathered around.

Seeing her pitiful and delicate appearance, a demon immediately expressed his desire to buy her.

However, before they could get close, they seemed to sense something and immediately retreated in fright.

Looking at the poor little rabbit demon, they felt a sense of horror and lingering fear.

At this moment, the beautiful little rabbit demon continued to cry out, "I'm selling myself to bury my mother, please, kind people, take me in!"