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Chapter 166: The Ji Wang Manor
Chapter 166: The Ji Wang Manor
Outside Qingzhou City, the General bid his farewells in person.
The Princess of Ji Wang ascended the luxurious carriage and glanced at Jiang Yuanhua, a smile playing on her lips. "General, please rest assured. I will do my best to help alleviate the concerns of Qingzhou."
Hearing this, the General returned her smile. "We are grateful for your efforts, Your Highness."
After exchanging a few more pleasantries, he turned away, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
The person before him was not one to let opportunities slip by. How could he, Jiang Yuanhua, have lived all these years for nothing? The disciples he had painstakingly cultivated would not be taken away so easily.
Recalling the rumors he had heard in the capital, Jiang Yuanhua's lips curved slightly.
While the demonic disaster in Qingzhou was urgent, it remained to be seen if this princess could remain calm in the face of it. Now, it would be interesting to see who could keep their composure.
He composed himself and turned to look at the carriage again, his gaze falling on the exceptionally handsome young man. Dressed in dark, shimmering armor, he stood out like a dragon or phoenix among men, exuding an extraordinary aura.
It was this young man who had reduced the disciples of Qingqiu to a mere fleeting mention in the records.
Not only were there no casualties, but from the sound of it, those two close attendants, the deputy generals, didn't even get a chance to take action.
"... "
Jiang Yuanhua narrowed his eyes, a mixture of emotions stirring within him. The displeasure he had felt earlier had now lessened somewhat.
Who would have thought that little Qingzhou, after Qiu Lan, would produce another young genius?
If not for the impending demonic disaster, with these two individuals growing to their full potential, Qingzhou would have enjoyed a thousand years of peace and prosperity.
What a pity that their fate was so unkind...
However, taking the blame for such talented individuals was not a big deal.
Of course... if it could draw the court's attention to them and make them take notice, that would be even better.
"General Shen, please escort the Princess back to the capital."
Jiang Yuanhua stepped forward, his voice carrying just enough to reach the occupants of the carriage.
He gave a slight bow and then turned back toward Qingzhou City.
"... "
Shen Yi raised an eyebrow, curious. Apart from the Princess of Ji Wang, there was also a highly skilled individual in the carriage who had caused the Little Demon King to flee in panic.
Was his assistance really necessary for their escort?
After hearing this, the Princess of Ji Wang curiously lifted the curtain of the carriage and looked outside.
Initially, upon seeing the armor that belonged to the Demon Suppression General on the young man, she had actually felt no interest in him.
Even though he was so young and capable of protecting an entire prefecture, his future achievements might not necessarily surpass those of Jiang Qiu Lan.
In the Great Qian Dynasty, a Mixed Yuan Master and a Martial Immortal belonged to the same fourth realm. However, the way they were treated by others was vastly different.
The reason was simple.
No matter how strong a Martial Immortal was, they could not move between places freely and could only guard a certain area for hundreds or thousands of years, rendering them almost worthless in terms of networking.
Mixed Yuan Masters, on the other hand, were different.
They were strong individuals who could maintain their peak condition no matter where they went, capable of resolving most troubles.
Just like her, by merely giving a vague promise, she could make this Martial Immortal of Qingzhou set aside his pride and display utmost eagerness.
"General Shen, now that you're leaving Qingzhou, do you still have the ability to escort us?" The Princess of Ji Wang withdrew her gaze and asked indirectly.
"He's not a cultivator who has cultivated the Yin God," Jiang Qiu Lan said with his eyes closed, feigning sleep. His voice was indifferent.
This simple statement caused the Princess of Ji Wang, who was full of charm, to break into a wider smile. She didn't bother to lower the curtain again and instead looked at the figure riding on horseback. "Thank you for your hard work, General Shen."
"You're welcome, Princess," Shen Yi said, nodding slightly. He was returning to the capital to receive his reward, but he hadn't expected to be escorting anyone.
If they encountered a demon that even Jiang Qiu Lan couldn't defeat, he would have to show that demon the true power of the perfected Carefree Riding Wind Technique.
Apart from the three of them, the demon catcher had also arranged for someone to report their achievements.
Jiang Chengyun rode his horse and glanced at the carriage, then at Shen Yi, his eyes shifting back and forth as if he couldn't decide where to look. However, the excitement in his eyes grew more and more intense.
Under the leadership of these two individuals, the younger generation of Qingzhou would surely replace that group of old fogies.
"General Shen," Jiang Chengyun urged his horse to catch up. "Have you thought about what kind of treasure you want as a reward?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Yi fell silent for a moment before looking at the black blade at his waist. "I hope it's a handy weapon."
"The treasures bestowed upon those who guard the twelve counties are only of middling quality compared to what they can produce. It is said that the supreme treasures, known as the 'Treasures of the Sect,' are so exquisite that even the Mixed Yuan Masters of the Hunyuan Sect would be left in awe."
Shen Yi nodded thoughtfully, finally gaining some understanding of the Great Qian Dynasty.
He recalled the green jade sword that lay within his silver bell, curious about its quality.
"... "
Listening to the conversation outside the carriage, Jiang Qiu Lan slowly opened his eyes and glanced at the black blade at the young man's waist before quickly averting his gaze.
The journey from Qingzhou to the capital was exceedingly long; with ordinary demon horses, it would take at least three months.
However, the eight horned demon horses pulling the carriage were clearly no ordinary steeds. As they ran, clouds and mist swirled beneath their hooves, carrying the carriage swiftly and steadily, greatly reducing travel time.
Even the horses carefully selected by the Demon Catchers struggled to keep up.
The Princess of Ji Wang was extremely considerate and offered two of her horned horses. "General Shen, your hard work and dedication have impressed the Prince of Ji Wang the most. Please, don't stand on ceremony."
Seeing this, Jiang Chengyun shook his head in admiration.
Even the most mundane rules and customs had to give way in the face of such extraordinary talent.
He felt fortunate to have the opportunity to ride one of the royal steeds.
...
After nineteen days of travel, a majestic city came into view, several times larger than Qingzhou. The ancient and imposing walls exuded a sense of oppressive grandeur.
The city gates were heavily guarded, and one could sense the soaring auras of the guards without needing to use a technique to see them.
This was the capital of the Great Qian Dynasty, the seat of power over the nine provinces!
The luxurious carriage slowly made its way into the city, the eight snow-white horned horses a testament to their owner's status. The city guards greeted them solemnly and watched as the carriage disappeared down the long street.
The massive Ji Wang Manor was located in the western part of the city.
Its elaborate architecture and painted beams exuded an air of opulence, while the jade tiles and high walls added a touch of extravagance.
Dozens of servants emerged from the manor, clearing the streets in advance and then standing in rows on either side to welcome their guests.
"Qiu Lan, why don't you stay at the manor and keep me company for a while?" The Princess of Ji Wang suggested gently.
"Thank you for your kindness, Princess, but I am a member of the Demon Catchers and should stay at the Martial Temple," Jiang Qiu Lan replied with a slight shake of his head.
Throughout the journey, her demeanor had been calm and gentle, without any flaws, but one couldn't exactly call her friendly.
It was Qingzhou who needed her help, yet the Princess of Ji Wang didn't seem to care about such details.
In the face of her astonishing martial arts talent and breathtaking beauty, any shortcomings were easily overlooked.
The princess smiled warmly and said, "At least meet with the Jinjiang heir. If you're going to teach him martial arts, you should see if he's a hopeless case or not, right?"
"... "
After a moment of silence, Jiang Qiu Lan finally relented and stepped into the manor.
At the back of the carriage, Jiang Chengyun gripped Shen Yi's arm, nearly biting his teeth in frustration as he whispered, "General Shen... where are you going...?"
How could he have such strength, making it impossible to hold him back!
"I'm going to receive my reward," Shen Yi said, pausing in his action of turning around, his brows furrowed slightly. Although he didn't know what business the general had with the royal manor, it had nothing to do with him, and he didn't want to waste time exchanging meaningless pleasantries.
"I beg you, just a little longer..." Jiang Chengyun pleaded, gritting his teeth. It was only proper to at least say something upon reaching the manor's gates, otherwise, it would be an insult to the princess.
From the Silver Bell Demon Catcher in Yong'an City to the Demon General in Linjiang County, his position had risen rapidly, but his personality remained unchanged.
(End of Chapter)
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