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Chapter 218: The Princess of Ji Province, Waiting to Play with her Monkey
Chapter 218: The Princess of Ji Province, Waiting to Play with her Monkey
In the grand capital of Da Qian, a tall and sturdy demon horse slowed its pace. Over a dozen armored soldiers instantly recognized the chariot of the Qingzhou General and respectfully saluted in unison.
Jiang Yuanhua emerged from the carriage and proffered a booklet.
"..."
The soldiers gazed at the booklet floating towards them and quickly bowed to receive it with both hands.
It seemed that there was trouble in Qingzhou again. This general had arrived without any attendants, choosing not to show his face and instead projecting his astral body.
They paid no heed to the lowered curtain, knowing that the astral projection was proof enough of the general's identity.
They swiftly flipped through the booklet and then returned it with both hands, their voices resonating as they said, "Please enter the city, General Jiang."
The four demon horses resumed their stride.
Jiang Yuanhua returned to the carriage.
Normally, the chariot of the Qingzhou General would not draw much attention within the imperial city. No matter what troubles befell the nine provinces, this majestic imperial city stood firm.
However, as the chariot entered the city, a blue-robed servant boy abruptly halted by the roadside. After confirming that his eyes weren't deceiving him, he rushed towards the western part of the city.
Panting, he finally reached a luxurious mansion.
He straightened his clothes and caught his breath.
The Ji Province Palace was a place of strict rules, and even servants were expected to uphold the dignity of the palace. Any misstep that invited ridicule would result in a beating.
Today, he considered himself lucky, as a reward in silver was surely in order.
The blue-robed servant boy respectfully requested an audience with two maids, keeping his head bowed. "Sisters, I went to the southern part of the city today and witnessed something I wish to report to the Princess."
"Speak," one of the maids said, glancing at him indifferently, not paying it much mind.
"I saw... the Qingzhou General has arrived in the capital," the boy said, choosing to remain silent after delivering his message, knowing that while he intended to please the Princess, he might also be suspected of deliberately prying into the master's thoughts.
Upon hearing this, the two maids' expressions changed as they exchanged a glance. One of them quickly turned and left.
...
In the courtyard.
The Princess of Ji Province listened quietly as the maid finished her report, gently setting down her teacup.
After a long silence, a slight curve lifted the corners of her lips as she feigned nonchalance. "After meeting that little girl last time, I thought Qingzhou had some spine, and I admired them for it. I never expected them to be so weak-willed."
The maid cautiously waited by her side.
The Princess was always mindful of her status and never let her emotions show. But the last time, even her servants could tell that she had been truly angry for many days.
The maid spoke softly, "If the Qingzhou General comes to visit, does the Princess wish to see him?"
"Of course. Why wouldn't I?"
A hint of mockery flashed in the Princess's eyes as she casually said, "It's just that I'm feeling a bit unwell, and the Prince isn't in the mansion. If General Jiang is willing to wait, he can wait outside for ten days or half a month. If he's unwilling, then he can return to Qingzhou."
That disciple's arrogance must have come from his master's teachings.
Now, with fire on his brow, he finally understood the urgency.
While Qingzhou was in a hurry, she certainly wasn't.
He could wait honestly, and when she felt like her anger had subsided, then they could talk.
As for lending a helping hand...
The Princess of Ji Province recalled how reluctant she had been to send her son to Xuan Guang Cave, and she knew that not everything in this world warranted a second chance.
"This servant understands."
The maid nodded and bowed respectfully before leaving the courtyard.
She then summoned a few guards and relayed the Princess's message: "Oh, and when you meet him, there's no need to be overly polite. Just be a little cold and firm."
Martial Temple.
The carriage slowly came to a halt in front of the towering grand hall.
On either side, practitioners from the Demon Catchers and the headquarters of the Demon Suppression Bureau stood in full, having come from various states for refinement.
"I don't know what terrible luck we had last time! The Martial Temple suddenly stopped the refinement for the Nine Provinces, and it's only now that they've reopened." One of the demon catchers had finally reached the front of the line and was about to step forward when he suddenly felt his eyelids twitch. Instinctively, he looked behind him and, noticing the pattern on the carriage, quietly breathed a sigh of relief.
"Thankfully, it's just a General."
Although the person inside was of high rank, they didn't need refinement and were probably here for other matters.
As the demon catcher turned to leave, a tall and slender figure stepped out of the carriage.
Recognition flashed in the demon catcher's eyes, and the more he looked, the more familiar the young face seemed to him. "..."
Although the youth was no longer wearing the cold, dark armor, his expression remained as calm as ever.
"You've got to be kidding me! He's here again?!" The demon catcher's palms began to shake as he recalled the last time this young man had entered the Martial Temple, resulting in its closure. Even now, he could still hear the word "ten" echoing in his ears.
"Let me in! I was here first!"
The demon catcher rushed into the headquarters of the Demon Catchers.
The others turned to look at him, surprised by his sudden outburst, and then followed his gaze towards the carriage.
Their eyes widened in surprise as they saw the young man in the black shirt.
"A General of the Demon Suppression Bureau, and so young?"
"It's probably just an illusion technique; an old man pretending to be young."
They whispered among themselves but maintained respectful fists.
Shen Yi nodded slightly and turned his attention to the Martial Temple.
"I'll go submit the booklet. Wait here for a moment, and don't wander off in an unfamiliar place." Jiang Yuanhua gave a quick greeting and, holding the prepared report, floated towards the right.
Even as a General, one had to follow the proper procedures when visiting the Martial Temple.
"Okay."
Shen Yi stood quietly in his place.
Soon, a figure in a green robe emerged from the grand hall. The elderly man glanced at the youth and said, "You've returned but aren't coming in. What are you doing standing out here?"
He waved his hand. "Come with me."
"Shen Yi greets Elder Wu."
Shen Yi gave a slight bow, his eyes briefly flicking towards the headquarters of the Demon Suppression Bureau.
He had always held respect for these people who willingly offered their treasures.
"There's no need for formality. I'll send someone to call him over later."
Elder Wu shook his head, seemingly unconcerned about a Yin spirit that was about to disappear. He led the young man towards a spacious courtyard at the back of the Martial Temple.
As the two figures walked away, the remaining people were left bewildered. Had the temple master just left? What about the refinement...
What was so important in Qingzhou that the temple master would abandon them so casually?
Could it be that Qingzhou was about to be invaded by demons? But even if that were the case, given the nature of the people in the Martial Temple, they would most likely ignore it.
After a while, Jiang Yuanhua finally floated out from the headquarters.
He noticed that everyone was staring in the same direction and followed their gaze.
"What are you all looking at?"
Then it hit him. "Where did he go?"
(End of Chapter)
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