Waves of oppressive power emanated from Ximen Qingshan and his companions.

But before these oppressive auras could envelop Yan Mingshu and the other man, they saw Dongfang Qingming gently wave his hand.

Although Dongfang Qingming didn't say anything, Ximen Qingshan and the others understood, and they silently restrained their aura.

At the same time, Dongfang Qingming gently lifted his foot.

Upon seeing this, Yan Mingshu's pupils shrank dramatically.

A chilling aura enveloped Dongfang Qingming.

Just one glance was enough to nearly kill Yan Mingshu on the spot.

Even so, Jiang Xue still managed to shield him from most of the oppressive force.

If he were to confront him directly, he would surely die.

At this moment, Jiang Xue's robes fluttered without wind, and an unnatural blush appeared on her originally fair face.

She now truly felt the power of Dongfang Qingming.

Just then, Yan Mingshu, who was standing behind her, spoke with difficulty: "Jiang Xue, step back!"

His words carried an undeniable firmness.

Jiang Xue glanced at Yan Mingshu, then decisively postponed the meeting.

As she retreated, Dongfang Qingming's terrifying aura, like an endless divine mountain, pressed down on Yan Mingshu.

In an instant, he would die under this terrifying pressure.

But there was no fear on his face.

A breeze brushed against Yan Mingshu's temples.

That terrifying pressure vanished instantly.

"You can come in with me and meet all the powerful figures from the four major families."

After you've confirmed it, you can let Jiang Xue go back.

As for you, you can only leave after the battle for the royal secret realm ends.

Dongfang Qingming looked at Yan Mingshu with an expressionless expression, as if everything before had just been a dream.

Upon hearing this, Yan Mingshu finally felt completely relieved.

He won this bet.

Dongfang Qingming is not crazy; he would never kill himself.

The two walked one after the other into the deeper part of the area.

......

The Shu King's Villa is located in the eastern part of the city, where the imperial family was concentrated.

The actions of the Zhenwu Division have disturbed the dreams of many.

But when they realized it was the Zhenwu Division, they suppressed their anger and instead became curious and eager to investigate.

Torches were lit, illuminating the Shu King's villa.

The dark, shadowy figures created an indescribable sense of oppression.

Outside the Shu King's villa, the guards looked at each other in bewilderment.

The Zhenwu Division's display of force frightened them.

Someone urged the horse forward and then said loudly, "Please inform His Highness the Prince of Shu that the Zhenwu Division is investigating a case and request that the gates of the mansion be opened for cooperation!"

"May I ask you gentlemen, do you have an imperial edict?"

The guards of the Shu King's mansion mustered their courage and stepped forward to ask questions.

"No!"

The Zhenwu Division official shook his head.

No imperial edict?

This answer put the guards of the Shu Prince's Palace in a difficult position.

No matter how powerful the Zhenwu Division is, this is still the Prince's residence.

They represent not only the face of the Shu King's Mansion, but also the face of the Great Zhou royal family.

In this situation, going in to report the matter could easily backfire and cause trouble.

Similarly, none of them dared to refuse.

After all, so many people from the Zhenwu Division have come; they are not easy to deal with.

Just when they were in danger, a figure in a red robe gracefully descended.

"Greetings, Chief Supervisor Tian!"

Upon seeing the newcomer, the guards all breathed a sigh of relief.

The visitor was none other than Tian You, the chief steward of the Shu King's Palace.

"What happened?"

Tian You frowned slightly and asked.

The leader of the stationed warriors quickly stepped forward to explain what had happened.

Upon hearing this, Tian You's brows furrowed almost into a deep frown.

"The Shu Prince's Mansion has no obligation to cooperate with the Zhenwu Division in investigating the case. Gentlemen, please return!"

Without much thought, Tian You stepped forward and refused.

Although the Zhenwu Division is not to be trifled with, the Shu Prince's Mansion has not broken the law, so there is naturally nothing to fear.

Moreover, with so many important figures in the manor now, even if the Zhenwu Division wanted to do something, they probably wouldn't dare.

No sooner had Tian You finished speaking than a burly figure appeared in front of him.

Tuoba Longwu stared at Tian You, his internal energy circulating with a sound like the ocean waves.

He said, word by word, "Four days ago, my son had a conflict with the Shu King's mansion outside the city, and now he is dead."

I have reason to suspect that the murderer is inside the Shu Prince's Mansion.

Your Highness, the Prince of Shu, please summon the warriors within your residence to cooperate with the Zhenwu Division in the investigation.

At this moment, Tuoba Longwu was like a volcano that could erupt at any moment.

The long-suppressed killing intent, even when it unintentionally erupted, still shocked Tian You.

The person before me is a perfect embodiment of the tenth grade of Dharma.

Excluding the Martial Arts Alliance, there is only one person in the Zhenwu Division who has reached the tenth rank of Dharma Manifestation perfection.

That was Tuoba Longwu, the chief retainer of the Zhenwu Division.

The person before me is undoubtedly him.

His son is dead!

This is a huge problem.

Tian You looked behind Tuoba Longwu and then noticed the figure in front of the group of Zhenwu Division warriors.

The woman... Is she Jiang Lan?

Even she came?

When Tian You realized that Jiang Lan had personally appeared, he no longer harbored any illusions.

Making excuses won't get rid of these people at all.

"Chief Jiang, Tuoba Gongfeng, and all the brothers of Zhenwu Division."

It's getting late, and there are too many people and distractions outside.

Even informing my lord will take some time.

Waiting outside isn't a good idea after all.

"Why don't you all come with me into the mansion?"

After Tian You finished speaking, he ordered the gates of the mansion to be opened completely.

Jiang Lan nodded, and the group of Zhenwu Division warriors filed in.

......

Bang!

Deep within the Shu King's villa, Zhou Zhenbian was furious.

No matter how strong the Zhenwu Division is, he is still the King of Shuzhou.

Arriving at this time means they're not going to give you any face at all.

These bastards are absolutely outrageous!

But after his anger subsided, he fell into deep thought.

He didn't take the events of four days ago to heart.

After all, Tuoba Ye's actions were not directed at him alone.

Without his own order, it was impossible for the powerful figures in the manor to kill Tuoba Ye.

So who exactly made the move?

Could it be the Lei brothers?

Very likely!

These two lawless bandits even dared to kill members of the four major families.

Killing Tuoba Ye is entirely possible.

"Tian You, go and inform the people from the Western Border that the Zhenwu Division has come looking for trouble!"

Zhou Zhenbian rubbed his forehead.

He is not prepared to take the blame for this.

Even after arranging for Tian You to stay at the residence of the visitors from the western border, Zhou Zhenbian still felt it wasn't safe enough.

He did not go directly to the reception room, but instead walked towards another courtyard.

......

"Senior Sword Emperor..."

After Zhou Zhenbian finished recounting what had happened, a figure walked out of the courtyard.

Let's go!

Ye Gu said calmly.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Zhenbian was overjoyed.

With the Sword Emperor in charge, we're safe!