After all, no one's hands are completely clean.

If the Ministry of Justice investigates, they will definitely find something.

Moreover, the threat in Nangong Zhenxiang's tone was obvious.

Even if there is no problem, problems can still be found.

They understand the ways of officialdom, but the people at the Jixia Academy understand it even better.

After all, the undisputed premier academy represents more than just being the best in the world in terms of scholarship.

When it comes to political infighting, the Jixia Academy is the best in the land.

"Nangong Zhenxiang, are you threatening me?"

Chen Qinghe stared wide-eyed at Nangong Zhenxiang with a resentful expression.

"No!"

Nangong Zhenxiang shook his head.

"Hmph, I bet you wouldn't dare!"

Chen Qinghe snorted coldly.

"I'm just informing you that I'm going to investigate you."

Nangong Zhenxiang looked at Chen Qinghe and continued, "Before you are captured, quickly mobilize people to investigate Yunzhou."

Are you serious?

Chen Qinghe's heart skipped a beat, and a hint of panic appeared in his eyes as he looked at Nangong Zhenxiang.

Although he hid it well, it was still hard to guarantee that he wouldn't be caught red-handed.

"Nangong Zhenxiang, how dare you! I don't believe the officials in the court will let you run rampant!"

Chen Qinghe roused himself and spoke with righteous indignation.

"Every single one of you here."

If anyone thinks I've done something wrong, please stand up and speak up!

Nangong Zhenxiang said calmly.

After hearing his words, no one dared to stand up.

This is a threat!

No one can ignore this threat.

After all, that's what the Ministry of Justice does.

"I don't believe that you, Nangong Zhenxiang, can control everything with one hand."

"When the morning court session begins, I will certainly present your memorial!"

Chen Qinghe was so angry that he blew his beard and glared.

Nangong Zhenxiang completely ignored him.

After an unknown amount of time, the morning light shone down, and Yu Huachun's figure strode over.

"His Majesty is unwell and will not attend court today!"

"My lords, you may now disperse!"

After Yu Huachun finished speaking, he disappeared in front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony.

The civil and military officials of the Great Zhou Dynasty looked at each other in bewilderment.

This scene seems familiar.

Most people thought of the recent Battle of Haizhou.

Naturally, they also understood Zhou Zhenxiong's attitude.

Either ignore it or leave it alone.

One by one, the civil and military officials of the Zhou Dynasty left the stage.

Only Chen Qinghe looked ashen-faced.

The reason he's in such a hurry to make a statement today is twofold: first, to demonstrate his loyalty, and second, to gain fame.

The former was to protect Zhou Zhenxiong from being targeted by the Jixia Academy.

The latter, however, was aimed at stepping over the Jixia Academy to rise to power and gain fame throughout the world.

Now that the former is no longer backing them up, what will be spread is probably not just their reputation, but possibly even their entire family's ashes.

"Lord Nangong, wait!"

As Nangong Zhenxiang turned to leave, Chen Qinghe chased after him.

It's better to lose face than to lose your head.

He pulled Nangong Zhenxiang aside and whispered, "What happened just now was my fault."

At my age, I shouldn't be involved in this kind of thing at all.

I hope you will give me a chance; from now on, I will follow your lead without hesitation!

"Lord Chen, please don't worry!"

Nangong Zhenxiang gently removed Chen Qinghe's withered, claw-like hand.

He then continued, "I, Nangong Zhenxiang, would never use my position to settle personal scores."

As long as you have no problems, you will absolutely not be wronged.

Conversely, if you have problems, you will face judgment under the laws of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

"Lord Nangong, I was wrong!"

Chen Qinghe had a long face and was trembling like a leaf.

No, you're not wrong!

Also, don't try to kneel down and beg for mercy.

You are an imperial censor, upright and courageous.

Don't do anything that will make me look down on you!

After saying that, Nangong Zhenxiang turned and left.

Zhou Zhenxiong appointed him as Minister of Justice, and he naturally dared to take action.

Officials in the imperial court and local officials are all targets of the investigation!

If the Martial Arts Alliance is meant to restrain martial artists across the land, preventing them from acting impulsively and seeking revenge, then...

Therefore, the Ministry of Justice's next move will be to cut off the claws of power.

To make governance more transparent.

The road ahead holds countless obstacles, as Nangong Town knows.

But having already done it, he naturally wasn't afraid.

And for now, things seem to be going well.

Martial arts alliances are springing up everywhere.

This knife is at least in the hands of the Jixia Academy.

It's nothing more than killing off countless heads.

......

In the blink of an eye, seven days have passed since the great battle.

Li Fan recovered from his injuries in seven days.

He did not make any further breakthroughs.

In the courtyard, besides a large number of foreign objects, bronze cauldrons were filled with medicinal herbs.

This time, it's time to solve Old Chen's problem.

Once he's freed, I can go into seclusion in peace.

"Master, a letter has arrived from Haizhou!"

After an unknown amount of time, Li Xiaoxiao rushed into the courtyard.

Li Fan took the letter, his brows furrowing.

Old Chen, that guy, he's got a really big heart!

To follow Jun Buyu to the Immortal Sect before his injuries have fully healed is simply audacious.

Forget it, I'll just ignore him.

You need to break through first!

As for his injuries, he might as well die.

The bronze tripod was carried away from the courtyard.

Most of the spiritual fruits were also moved out of the courtyard.

I'm going into seclusion!

A surge of vital energy began to wash over every corner of his body.

Under internal observation, the seals that were originally hidden within the body began to manifest one after another.

As the true energy washed over them, the chains were gradually worn down.

What follows is the awakening of the power hidden within the body.

......

Two days later, inside the Misty Sect.

"Holy crap, this is getting tough!"

Zhang Jin let out a strange cry.

"It's really getting a bit tough!"

Long Xiaoyun said with a solemn expression, "Kuang Yutian, Ye Baiyun, and Zhou Tianxiong have all arrived together. It seems we have no choice but to ask Brother Fan for help!"

These three are absolutely monstrous in terms of strength.

In particular, Kuang Yutian stood out from the crowd with his invincible demeanor in the era before Jiang Lan emerged and Li Fan rose to prominence.

The other two, following closely behind, are now also powerful Dharma Realm experts.

In terms of background, even Long Xiaoyun cannot compare to the latter two.

One is the emperor's own son, and the other is the direct descendant of the world's number one sword sect. His grandfather is the undisputed number one martial artist in the world.

These three together are really not worthy of representing Li Fan.

Wang Taicang nodded in agreement.

“Three senior uncles, you can’t say that.”

They're here to curry favor; there's no reason to give in to them.

My master is in seclusion, so I'll just have them wait.

If you can't wait, just leave!

What's there to be afraid of?

There are three of them, and aren't there three of you?

With me added in, it's four to one, the advantage is on our side!

"Xiaoxiao! You don't know the personalities of these three people."

King Wu of Zhou, Zhou Tianxiong, was unparalleled in his domineering power.

Ye Baiyun, the young swordsman, is aloof and proud.

Kuang Yutian, the Martial Madman, is a ruthless killer, comparable to your master.

If you say the wrong thing to any of them, they might turn on you on the spot.

Now my father is gone, and your father is not here.

Even with the strength of the Misty Sect, they might not be able to suppress these three.

"Uncle-Master Long, are you chickening out?"

"I didn't back down!"

"If you're not scared, then come with me!"

With that, Li Xiaoxiao walked outside.

“Xiaoxiao.......”

"Alright, stop nagging and get on with me!"

Zhang Jin got up from his chair, picked up his sword, and followed.

This girl usually seems unreliable.

She's truly brave enough to step up when it matters!

Wang Taicang followed without saying a word.

"Damn it, when a person dies, their eggs face the sky; if they don't die, they'll live forever!"

Long Xiaoyun muttered something and followed.