"Then give it a try. I haven't taken action in a long time. I don't want to meddle in other people's business, but I have to protect the people."
"Master Imperial Preceptor, have you forgotten that I'm still here? You work for the royal family, and I told you not to get involved. Could it be that Master Imperial Preceptor has too little to do lately that's why you're willing to meddle in these matters? When we return to Kyoto, I'll report to my father and find you more work."
Du Changming did not expect that the national teacher could actually bypass the restraint, so he had to speak out to stop him.
They were not in the upper hand to begin with. Although they had many soldiers, few were capable. If the imperial preceptor took action, he was not sure whether he would win.
"Don't worry, Your Highness. I'm only concerned about the safety of the people and the capture of the culprit. As long as Your Highness is willing to give me this Taoist priest and the red-clothed ghost, I will return to Kyoto immediately and will not care about anything else."
Du Changming was angry, but the Imperial Master was not afraid at all.
You dare to threaten me? What a joke.
Everything he does now is at the order of His Majesty, and no matter what he says, he is right.
Besides, he really didn't meddle in other people's business.
Just like the dispute between Du Changming and Sheng Mingyu, when did he ever say a word?
Du Changming's face turned pale with frustration, and he didn't know how to refute.
What the national teacher said was indeed correct. He was not meddling in other people's affairs. He was just seeking justice for the people.
What's more, he knew what the old Taoist and the female ghost in red had done, so even if he wanted to find an excuse, he couldn't find one.
So many people were harmed. As the crown prince, how could he turn a blind eye?
"Sweet words! This is the first time I've heard that the Imperial Master is so eloquent! That's great! Do whatever you want, but remember, you must pay a price when you return to Kyoto. I won't be able to find trouble that easily!"
The Imperial Master did not reply, but simply nodded with a faint smile on his face.
He said that since he had come here with Gu Yunni, he would definitely help and would not go back on his word.
No matter who is sitting opposite him, he has sat in this position long enough. If there is no other option, he can just move this position away.
It can be said that the border is more conducive to survival than Kyoto. Since he came to Kyoto, he has not had a single idle day and his face has become much more haggard.
The old Taoist quietly released the female ghost in red. It was originally confused, but the moment it saw Gu Yunni, its eyes were suddenly filled with hatred and it couldn't help but shout.
"It's all your fault! If it weren't for you, I would have already become an immortal and wouldn't have lingered in the mortal world! Don't you want to do good things? Don't you want all ghosts to be reincarnated? Why are you blocking my way?"
Being a ghost is not easy. If it encounters someone with profound mystical skills, it will not be able to deal with him, otherwise it would not be imprisoned by the Taoist priest.
If it weren't for Gu Yunni, it would have been a superior person long ago. How could it have such a difficult life?
In the past, it was a fierce ghost and could do whatever it wanted.
Now, in order to deal with Gu Yunni, she sold herself to the Taoist priest and lost her freedom.
"If you hadn't harmed the people, why would I have bothered you so carelessly? It's because of your greed that you've ended up like this! Now that I've found you today, a fight is inevitable!"
No matter whether Gu Yunni had the strength or not, she never gave in.
What's more, she is very confident. What did she do wrong? Why should she be blamed for the mistake?
Isn't the purpose of learning esoteric arts to make this world a better place?
Sheng Mingyu felt distressed watching this from behind, so he went forward and hugged Gu Yunni in his arms, not wanting her to hold on any longer.
If it weren't for his rational control, he would have forcibly brought Gu Yunni back to the Prince's Mansion.
"Yun Ni, there's no rush to fight right now. Why don't you lean on me and rest for a while? Once you've recovered your strength, you can go up and compete with them. Don't worry, I've sent the Imperial Master to hold the line. No matter what, he'll give you a chance to catch your breath."
"Okay!" Gu Yunni nodded obediently and nestled in Sheng Mingyu's arms.
She really should regain her strength.
What's more, now that the old Taoist has left, there is no need for her to stand in the front.
She knew the Imperial Master's abilities well, and dealing with these minions was no problem at all for him.
Du Changming looked at the backs of the two people cuddling together, his eyes turning red with anger.
It was obvious that Gu Yunni should be his Crown Princess, but now she was snatched away by Sheng Mingyu.
If she could snuggle up to him, would his position as the crown prince be more secure?
Why did the Phoenix's fate depend on Gu Yunni? Why couldn't it be on Kou Yangxue?
Just by looking at Kou Yangxue's affectionate eyes, he was willing to come over just by beckoning his finger.
Du Changming didn't want to watch any longer and wanted to force the Taoist priest to take action.
"Master! Remember what you promised before you came here today. Now that you have encountered them, you must kill them. Otherwise, when we return to Kyoto, I will not be able to save your life."
He doesn't care who dies here, as long as Sheng Mingyu dies.
Even if the Taoist priest died, he would lose a great helper, but there are so many people in this world who know the mysterious arts. When he sits in such a high position in the future, what kind of people can he find?
The old Taoist was stunned. Couldn't the prince use some brains? If he really had that strength, why would he have been hiding behind him?
But he couldn't curse directly, so he continued to comfort the prince, "But... Your Highness, my body can't take it anymore. Let me rest. Don't worry, no one will escape today. They have a grudge against me, too. Even if I don't consider you, I have to consider myself."
Your life of luxury depends on the people around you.
Even if you are not convinced in your heart, you must serve the prince first.
"Hmph! I thought the Taoist priest was so powerful, but now it seems that he is just so-so. Okay, then you should have a good rest. You don't have much time left, and I will not bear the responsibility for those messes for you."
Du Changming frowned and didn't dare to drive the people up. He could only agree and wait on the side.
Du Changming has always been greedy. He doesn't care about other people's lives, he only cares about whether his own tasks can be completed.
As for the front, the national teacher and the red-clothed female ghost were already fighting.
The national teacher used all his special skills. Although he looked relaxed on the surface, he was actually very excited inside.
It's just a fierce ghost, but it has cultivated to such a level. If he didn't have some skills, he might not be able to defeat it.
Gu Yunni was resting, but her eyes never left the battlefield, observing the situation on the battlefield.
Seeing that the Imperial Master was about to lose, she became anxious, pushed Sheng Mingyu away, and was about to rush forward.
"No! He seems to be unable to hold on, otherwise he wouldn't have used such a huge amount of energy. I have to go forward to help. I was the one who called the Imperial Master here in the first place, and I can't let him be in danger."
It is not easy for the National Master to deal with so many people alone. If it continues to drag on, it will be dangerous.
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