Because her vital energy was sealed, she couldn't transmit her voice through it. Also, because there were many experts in the arena, Yu Yanluo was worried that even if she spoke softly, others would hear her. So, her lips were almost pressed against Zu An's ear.

The touch between their lips and ears was enough to make anyone's heart race, and the men around them watched with envy.

However, Zuan, as the person involved, was unable to feel any romantic feelings in this situation.

“Grandmother, the situation here is hopeless now. No matter how much you try to defend me, it will be in vain. Don’t waste your energy.” Yu Yanluo’s breath was fragrant and her voice was gentle.

Zuan transmitted his voice, saying, "At worst, I'll just rescue you directly."

Yu Yanluo's heart skipped a beat. She secretly glanced at him, a faint blush appearing on her fair cheeks. However, she still said, "Don't be impulsive. There are so many officials here, all of them experts, and there's also Grandmaster Xiao Yao. Don't get yourself into trouble."

In this world, official rank and cultivation level are positively correlated, and all of the high-ranking officials in Yunzhong County have considerable cultivation levels.

Perhaps most people are not as good as those in Zaun, but there are just too many people here.

Seeing that he seemed to be about to object, Yu Yanluo sighed softly and whispered, "I know you're very capable, but even if you rescue me, how will you handle the aftermath?"

“If you save me in front of the imperial envoy and so many high-ranking officials, wouldn’t that be blatant rebellion against the court? Wouldn’t you become a wanted criminal? I don’t want to get you to that point.”

Zuan replied in a deep voice, "Many things in this world cannot be measured by interests. We are friends who have been through life and death together. You even saved my life. How could I stand idly by?"

Hearing his words, Yu Yanluo was stunned. After a while, she asked with a complicated expression, "If I really am Medusa, would you still consider me a friend?"

Having lived in human society for so many years, she was certainly aware of the hatred humans harbored towards demons, as well as the image of evil creatures like Medusa in the minds of humans.

Zuan smiled and said, "There are good and bad people among humans, and there is also a distinction between good and evil among demons. Even if you are Medusa, you should be a kind Medusa. Moreover, when I make friends, I only care about whether we share the same interests and values. Whether you are human or demon has nothing to do with it."

"I'm not afraid to tell you, I actually have several demon friends."

Hearing the sincerity in his words, Yu Yanluo felt a warm ripple in her heart. She bit her lip and whispered, "Grandpa, if you really want to help me, go and inform Xingnu about what happened here, and have her contact Uncle Fu to cover... to cover the clansmen to return to their hometown first."

The "tribe" she was referring to was clearly not the Yu family, but the Snake Clan.

Now that things have come to this, there's nothing left to hide from Zuan.

If she is arrested, her life will not be in immediate danger given her status.

However, it was foreseeable that her people would suffer a devastating blow, and naturally, arrangements would need to be made for their relocation.

"Alright!" Zu An thought to himself that this Star Slave was probably also a snake clan member. He would go and discuss with them first to see if there was any way to save her.

That Uncle Fu is also quite skilled. Back in the capital, when I clashed with the Prince of Qi, Han Fengqiu was afraid of him and that's why he didn't have the power to attack me.

However, during this trip to Yunzhong County, I haven't seen him at all, and I don't know where he went.

Seeing the two whispering intimately, many officials around them felt a little jealous.

This doesn't resemble the heart-wrenching farewell of prisoners; it's more like the playful banter between lovers.

However, due to Zu An's identity and the imposing aura he had just displayed, no one dared to provoke him. They all looked at Xu Yu, signaling that it was time for him to step forward.

Xu Yu coughed and said, "Lord Zu and Madam Yu really have a good relationship."

He certainly wouldn't be jealous like the other officials, thus saving face for everyone.

Yu Yanluo sat up straight and said calmly, "Lord Zu is a close friend of mine despite our age difference. He was worried that I might be framed, so we talked a bit more just now. Lord Zu told me to trust that the court would give me a fair judgment. I think what Lord Zu said makes sense, so I am willing to stay and cooperate with your investigation."

Sang Hong's expression changed. This woman's words were a way of absolving Zu An of any responsibility. Even if what happened here were reported back to the court, the officials would not be able to blame Zu An for it. Instead, they would think that he had done a good job persuading Yu Yanluo.

Why does Ah Zu always manage to win the hearts of women?

Even the renowned Yu Yanluo was like this, so it's understandable that Zheng Dan and the others fell for her.

Oh, if only Qian'er had that ability.

We can only hope for Qian'er's child...

Soon after, someone took Yu Yanluo away. Given her status, it was impossible for her to be shackled or chained. Instead, a master placed restrictions on her acupoints to ensure that she would be unable to resist even after the poison dissipated.

In addition, a specially made room was prepared for her as a prison cell, guarded by Xu Yu's men and the imperial envoy's men to prevent either side from tampering with it.

Taking this opportunity, Zu An pulled Xiao Yao aside and asked, "Brother Xiao, didn't you hear the energy transmission I gave you earlier?"

"I heard you." Xiao Yao, unusually, didn't act as carefree as usual; instead, his expression was extremely serious.

"Knowing she was your junior sister, why did you still harm her?" Zu An was very puzzled. "Is it because of what happened back then that you harbor resentment towards the High Priest, or even towards everyone in the academy?"

“Of course not. I have the utmost respect for my master. It was my own unfilial behavior that ruined my future and brought shame upon him. How could I blame my teacher?” Xiao Yao said excitedly.

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