Just as Jiang Shumiao was preparing to embark on her journey to find her disciple, she received news from the capital.
Her brother is getting engaged.
Thinking about how long I had been away from home, I decided to go back to Beijing.
This puts Bai Min in a rather awkward position.
Jiang Yiqing knew he was a demon, and those around her had seen him. The people of Xixian could accept him, but it was uncertain whether they would in the capital.
He knew all too well that powerful families had colluded to raise a powerful demon to deal with Jiang Shumiao. When their crimes were finally exposed, the people of the capital deeply resented demons.
After all, they hadn't received any favors or gratitude from him.
Jiang Shumiao thought for a moment, "Why don't you go find Wen Zhixuan? I saw that you two worked together quite well before. It's good to live in seclusion and cultivate, and you can also help him teach his son. His son is a future big shot in the Xuanmen sect. If he can receive your teachings, it would be an unparalleled merit."
Fuqu quickly said, "Then I'll go too. Men are often careless, and they're bound to be negligent when taking care of children."
Qianli scoffed, "Aren't you afraid of running into a Taoist priest?"
Fuqu straightened her back. "With their cultivation levels, ordinary Taoists can't do anything to them."
Jiang Shumiao thought it was feasible.
"Then the three of you can come together."
Asagi was taken aback.
Jiang Shumiao said, "Over the past six months, you have traveled the mortal world with me and made great progress. What is rare is that you have not changed your original intentions. The path to immortality is long and arduous, and cultivation is always difficult. You cannot hide under my wings forever."
Fuqu, who had been with her the longest, felt somewhat saddened upon hearing these words.
"Princess, is it possible for us to meet again after this farewell?"
Jiang Shumiao smiled, her eyes crinkling, "You two should strive harder. When you achieve your goal, you'll meet again."
In other words, it seems unlikely that we will ever see each other again before then.
Fuqu Qianli exchanged a glance, knelt down, and kowtowed three times to her.
Bai Min: "..."
You guys are making me feel very out of place.
Jiang Shumiao waved her hand, "Get up. Humans experience joy and sorrow, separation and reunion, which are all normal. Demons are all long-lived. From now on, cultivate diligently. Remember what I said, do not be greedy for momentary pleasure and fall into the trap of love."
The two nodded vigorously.
"yes."
Parting is always sad.
However, Jiang Shumiao took it all in stride and left on her sword after speaking.
Fuqu, Qianli, and Baimin went in another direction.
Jiang Shumiao left the capital last winter, and now it is autumn of next year.
When I left, I had people with me, but when I returned, I was all alone.
The capital city remains as bustling and vibrant as ever.
She sheathed her sword in the suburbs, choosing not to enter through the city gate, but instead passing through the wall and walking slowly. After circling around for a long time, she finally returned to the Duke's mansion.
The gatekeeper saw her and his eyes widened in surprise.
"Princess, you're back?"
"yes."
Jiang Shumiao smiled broadly, her eyes crinkling with delight.
The gatekeeper hurried in to announce the good news; the sound could be heard from a great distance.
There were only two steps leading up to the door. She hopped and skipped up them, then walked in with her hands behind her back, swaying as she went.
Upon hearing the good news, the old lady and Xiao Yitang rushed out to greet them.
“Vast and insignificant”.
Xiao Yitang's voice was filled with uncontrollable excitement and joy.
Jiang Shumiao ran over, was picked up by her, and kissed on the cheek.
"Mom, I'm back."
Xiao Yitang's eyes were a little moist.
"Good, it's good that you're back."
The old lady, not as nimble as her daughter-in-law, followed behind, her eyes also filled with tears.
“Vast and insignificant”.
Jiang Shumiao was hugged by her again. "Grandma, I missed you so much."
"Grandma misses you too."
The old lady looked at her with a kind expression, "Why didn't you send a message before you came back?"
"The messenger was too slow. I flew back on my sword and returned in less than a day."
Jiang Shumiao was very pleased with herself.
The old lady's eyes were full of doting affection.
After the family returned to the house, Xiao Yitang asked, "Where are Fuqu and Qianli? Why did you come back alone?"
"Oh, I'll let them go."
Jiang Shumiao's eyes flickered, "Actually, they are both demons. It's not appropriate for demons to roam the human world all the time."
Xiao Yitang already knew this, but still pretended to be surprised. "Two months ago, your brother went to Xixian on official business. He said that the magistrate of Xixian was a fox demon in disguise, but he was very popular with the people. Later, you took him in."
Jiang Shumiao nodded, thinking that with Bai Min as a 'precedent,' her mother had become much more tolerant of demons.
"Not all demons are bad. He cultivates virtue and forms good karma, so he's a good demon. He might even become an immortal in the future."
Xiao Yitang didn't understand the intricacies of the matter, but her daughter was sensible in important matters, so she wouldn't interfere.
In the afternoon, Jiang Zhixu, Jiang Yiqing, and Jiang Yining returned to their residence one after another. They were all overjoyed to learn that their youngest daughter (little sister) had returned to the capital. Ten-year-old Jiang Yining excitedly asked her about everything she had seen and heard along the way.
In summary, it can be summed up in one sentence.
Exorcise demons to save people, slay gods to establish authority.
Jiang Yining's eyes widened. "You even dare to kill a god?"
“A deity who lacks virtue should be killed.” Jiang Shumiao said angrily, “First, he allowed a great demon to wreak havoc in the mortal realm, then he suppressed the immortal realm, and now he wants to show off his power in front of me. If I can tolerate this, I’m not Jiang.”
My younger sister is so fierce.
But what you said does seem to make sense.
"Will the gods come after you?"
Jiang Shumiao pouted, "They're probably still investigating Bai Zhu's cause of death, but I'm going to settle accounts with them in heaven anyway, so there's no rush."
We need to find her apprentice first.
She was 100% certain that the little brat had also been reborn as a mortal and was deliberately concealing his presence.
The little brat's got some skills.
I'm wary of her.
Xiao Yitang was worried. Judging from her daughter's tone, she would probably leave again soon after returning.
Jiang Zhixu and Jiang Yiqing were also feeling bad, but they didn't show it on their faces.
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