Chapter 430: Secrets, and Zhao Yu Long's Advice!

Chapter 430: Secrets, and Zhao Yu Long's Advice!

March 3rd, 2025

Inside the room, Jiang Ning wiped away the bloodstains on Lin Qingyi's shoulder, revealing her jade-like skin and the wound on her body.

Jiang Ning glanced at the wound and placed his finger on it.

Instantly, he felt a slight stinging sensation as if his fingertip had touched the sharp edge of a wheat stalk.

As the wound pulled, Lin Qingyi's neck tensed, her slender neck and collarbone visible.

"Bear with it!" Jiang Ning said.

His words had barely left his mouth when Lin Qingyi's expression changed slightly.

She knew her body better than anyone.

At this moment, she could feel the sword intent lingering in the wound rapidly dissipating.

Transform Intent with Intent!

The thought flashed through her mind.

After realizing this, she felt even more incredulous.

Transform Intent with Intent.

To achieve this, one needed to reach a realm no lower than one's opponent to peacefully dissolve it.

Otherwise, forcibly dissolving it would stimulate the remaining sword intent in the wound, causing it to go out of control and worsen the injury.

After a few breaths, Jiang Ning withdrew his hand and once again looked at the noticeable wound on Lin Qingyi's shoulder.

The wound, now free from the lingering sword intent, had begun to slowly heal.

As a Third Grade Master who had entered the Blood Replacement Realm, her body was highly active, and her self-healing abilities were terrifying. After multiple blood replacements, her fleshly body's regenerative capabilities could reach the level of regenerating severed limbs.

Even though Lin Qingyi had just stepped into the Third Grade, after clearing the sword intent, the seemingly severe injury was merely a superficial wound.

Moments later, the wound, once filled with lingering sword intent, completely healed, restoring her skin to its flawless, white jade-like state.

"Xiao Qiushui's sword intent has reached an extremely profound level! How could you dissolve her sword intent?!" Lin Qingyi exclaimed in astonishment.

Jiang Ning smiled and joked, "A talented person like you is just a small hurdle for me!"

"You flatterer!" Lin Qingyi rolled her eyes.

The next moment, she cried out in surprise as Jiang Ning lifted the robe covering her body.

"What are you doing?" Lin Qingyi covered her chest, feeling a bit tense, then furrowed her brows and trembled slightly.

Even the slightest movement instantly stimulated the sword intent lingering in the wound.

As the sword intent stirred, it seemed to tear through her flesh and blood, causing her intense pain.

"When did you become so timid, Lin Qingyi?" Jiang Ning teased.

"You suddenly pulled my clothes, and I'm barely covered down there. How can I not be nervous?" Lin Qingyi explained.

At this moment, she dared not make any more significant movements, fearing that they would trigger the sword intent remaining on the wound.

"That's true," Jiang Ning nodded.

Then, he closed his eyes.

"Is this okay?" Jiang Ning asked.

"Don't even think about taking advantage of me!" Lin Qingyi glanced at Jiang Ning and gently lifted the bloodstained robe covering her.

Her dress had been torn to shreds by Xiao Qiushui's attack, leaving only a few scraps of fabric to cover some of her exposed skin.

And this was with her Barrier True Energy protection.

Otherwise, under such an attack, not only would her dress be destroyed, but even pure steel would turn to dust.

"Lin Qingyi, do you want to do this, or should I?" Jiang Ning asked, holding a towel in his hand.

"You do it! If I move, it'll aggravate the wound and make the sword intent go wild. It's too painful!" Lin Qingyi explained.

Jiang Ning nodded.

He wrung out the towel and then tore off the cloth strips covering Lin Qingyi's front.

Although his eyes were closed, he could sense more than a dozen wounds with lingering sword intent on Lin Qingyi's body.

Aside from the wounds that couldn't heal due to the remaining sword intent, the rest of the superficial injuries had already healed completely due to her powerful self-healing abilities.

These dozen or so wounds couldn't heal because of the lingering sword intent from Xiao Qiushui.

If the sword intent didn't dissipate, the wounds wouldn't heal and would only worsen.

"Don't you dare open your eyes!" Lin Qingyi warned again.

This was the first time she had exposed herself so intimately in front of a strange man.

Despite her previous flirtatious words, at this moment, her heart was filled with tension.

Hearing this, Jiang Ning felt helpless. What was the difference between keeping his eyes open or closed?

In fact, keeping his eyes closed was more inconvenient, making it easier to touch places he shouldn't.

Half an hour later, Jiang Ning let out a sigh of relief and covered Lin Qingyi with a blanket before opening his eyes.

"Lin Qingyi, you should rest well! I need to go out for a bit!"

"Okay!" Lin Qingyi nodded under the blanket, her white shoulder blades visible.

The next moment, Jiang Ning threw the towel onto the blanket stained with blood and walked out of the room.

Squeak—

As Jiang Ning closed the door, his figure completely disappeared.

The burning red skin on Lin Qingyi's body finally cooled down.

A faint smile appeared on her lips.

Meanwhile, on the other side.

Jiang Ning instructed Lv Yi to prepare hot water for Lin Qingyi.

After putting on his clothes, he left.

Before leaving, Zhao Yu Long had reminded him to visit Bai Luoyu after finishing his task.

Now, calculating the time, he had already spent half a day helping Lin Qingyi treat her wounds and dispelling the sword intent.

If he didn't hurry, it would be too presumptuous.

On the other side.

At the Bai Family residence, in the backyard.

"Has Jiang still not arrived?" Bai Luoyu asked, looking towards the arched doorway.

"It's normal!" Zhao Yu Long smiled and continued, "The Queen Consort helped him, and he was seriously injured. With such a beauty by his side, how could he leave so quickly?"

"Master, you must not have mistaken her for the Queen Consort of Prince Qi!" Bai Luoyu's eyebrows furrowed.

"How could I be mistaken!" Zhao Yu Long shook his head. "I've seen her before! She might not recognize me, but I certainly recognize her!"

"If that's the case, then Jiang's trouble is huge!"

"It's not small!" Zhao Yu Long said, "But as long as he doesn't cross the line, it won't be a big deal! Everyone knows the intentions of that old prince. He gave the Queen Consort of Prince Qi some freedom, but he must have kept a backup plan. No matter what choice she makes, the final outcome has already been predetermined."

At this point, Zhao Yu Long shook his head again, feeling that some things were better left unsaid.

"Forget it! Let's not talk about this anymore! This matter involves the old prince and Prince Qi, and talking too much might bring trouble!"

Bai Luoyu immediately understood and nodded in agreement.

As the legitimate heir of the Bai Family in Cangzhou, he had also heard a little about this matter.

He understood the severity of the situation.

After all, that old prince was considered the second most powerful person in the world.

He was one of the pillars of the royal family.

Whether it was strength or status, they were inestimable.

At this moment, Zhao Yu Long smiled and said, "Here comes Jiang, the Patrol Commissioner!"

Bai Luoyu turned towards the arched doorway and saw Jiang Ning entering the backyard, led by his female servant.

"Jiang!" Bai Luoyu stood up with a smile to welcome him.

Zhao Yu Long hesitated for a moment and then followed suit.

"Thank you, Master!" Jiang Ning stood under the pavilion and said with a bow.

"There's no need for thanks!" Zhao Yu Long laughed, "We're all family, and we should help each other!"

"Jiang, come up and let's talk!" Bai Luoyu invited.

"Okay!" Jiang Ning nodded.

He climbed up the high platform.

Then, the three of them sat down.

On the stone table were fruits and a faint aroma of tea.

"Jiang, would you like tea or wine?" Bai Luoyu asked.

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"Tea is fine!" Jiang replied.

Upon hearing this, Bai Luoyu gestured to the waiting maid by his side.

Soon, the tea that had been prepared beforehand was served.

"Master, I'll drink tea in place of wine, and I offer you a cup!" Jiang Ning raised his cup.

"Jiang, you're too polite!" Zhao Yu Long said politely.

Hearing this title, Jiang Ning knew that Zhao Yu Long was already aware of his new appointment as the Patrol Commissioner.

However, the official appointment as the Patrol Commissioner still required the arrival of Ye Zhengqi, the current Patrol Commissioner.

A banquet would be held to officially announce the appointment to all the officials in the county.

Inviting all the officials, merchants, and wealthy gentlemen of the city to attend would make the news public and facilitate future work.

Only then would all the powers in the city be informed.

After that, the two men put down their teacups.

"Jiang, did you get injured just now?"

"No problem!" Jiang Ning shook his head.

"What about the Queen Consort of Prince Qi?" Zhao Yu Long opened his mouth to offer a reminder.

"The Queen Consort of Prince Qi?" Jiang Ning was slightly surprised.

The previous title of 'Queen Consort of Prince Qi' used by the young Marquis Lu Junyi suddenly flashed through his mind.

Although he had been surprised at the time, he hadn't inquired further. Hearing the title again and recalling the past events, a thought emerged in his mind.

"Master, are you referring to Lin Qingyi when you say the Queen Consort of Prince Qi?" Jiang Ning asked.

"I don't know if her name is Lin Qingyi, but she has many titles! I recognize her!" Zhao Yu Long said.

"She was injured by the sword intent and is currently recuperating. There's no major issue!" Jiang Ning replied.

Hearing this, Zhao Yu Long nodded immediately.

Then he added, "Jiang, remember, you must not touch her, especially not crossing the line, or you'll invite disaster!"

"Master, can you tell me more about this?" Jiang Ning asked with a bow.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yu Long pondered for a moment.

Then he looked towards Bai Luoyu.

Bai Luoyu immediately understood and waved his hand, signaling the maids in the backyard to leave.

After a while, the entire backyard was left with only Zhao Yu Long, Jiang Ning, and Bai Luoyu.

Zhao Yu Long said, "Inspector Jiang, have you heard of the Paragon of Loyalty?"

"I've heard a little!" Jiang Ning replied, "But I don't know the details. Please enlighten me, Your Excellency!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yu Long nodded slightly and then began to speak slowly.

"The Paragon of Loyalty is the uncle of the current Emperor and is also one of the top five strongest martial arts experts under the Martial Saint, known as the strongest under heaven."

"This person is also one of the foundations of the current royal family, a pillar of support. His status is inestimable, and his worth is immeasurable!"

"And Prince Qi is his son!"

"His son?" Jiang Ning's expression was one of astonishment.

"Indeed!" Zhao Yu Long nodded, "His son should be close to passing away from illness in a few years."

"Can a prince also die from illness?" Jiang Ning was a little puzzled and then asked, "What kind of illness is it?"

"The Five Signs of Mortality!" Zhao Yu Long said, and then continued, "Back then, the late Prince Qi married Princess Qi under the pretext of propitiation, but in reality..."

At this point, Zhao Yu Long shook his head.

"Please speak plainly, Your Excellency!" Jiang Ning asked.

Zhao Yu Long turned to Jiang Ning, "In truth, Princess Qi was the late Prince Qi's target. By letting Prince Qi marry her, it might have been some kind of ritual. In any case, Princess Qi was a target the late Prince Qi had long ago set his sights on, and she must have had a significant role for him!"

"As for the reasons behind it, I'm not entirely clear either."

At this point, Zhao Yu Long turned to Jiang Ning and admonished him, "Remember, you must not get too involved with Princess Qi, and you must never cross the line!"

Hearing these words, Jiang Ning lowered his head and remained silent, pondering for a moment.

After a while, he raised his head again and bowed to Zhao Yu Long, "I've been taught!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yu Long nodded slightly, his expression showing that he was pleased to be able to teach the younger generation.

Then he picked up the tea in front of him and took a sip.

After putting down the teacup, Zhao Yu Long spoke again.

"Inspector Jiang, have you considered how to deal with this Divine Human Master, Xiao Qiushui?"

"I haven't thought it through yet!" Jiang Ning shook his head.

"I suggest you find a way to resolve the grudge with Xiao Qiushui, even if it comes at some cost. It's worth it!" Zhao Yu Long offered his advice.

Then he continued, "The Divine Human Master is the only one in Dongling County in recent years! This person alone is worth a thousand armies!"

"The only one? What about you, Your Excellency?" Jiang Ning asked.

He remembered that when Zhao Yu Long had just arrived, his voice had resonated with heaven and earth, instantly echoing in all directions.

This was one of the external manifestations of union with heaven.

When he spoke, his voice resonated with heaven and earth, and it didn't need to be transmitted through an external medium.

Zhao Yu Long immediately understood.

He shook his head, "I can only be considered half a step into the Divine Human Master realm. As for the remaining half step, I don't know how long it will take!"

Then a confident smile appeared on his face, "But I believe it won't be long!"

"I think so too!" Bai Luoyu, who was beside him, agreed.

Zhao Yu Long nodded indifferently.

Then he turned to Jiang Ning, "Inspector Jiang, you may not know the influence of a Divine Human Master. Once Xiao Qiushui achieves the Divine Human Master realm, it's estimated that it won't be long before she holds a Master's Banquet. At that time, various Masters from around Dongling County might attend the banquet."

"Even I will have to attend the banquet."

"And you know about Ye Fushi, right?"

"Yes!" Jiang Ning nodded.

"He will definitely attend the banquet too!" Zhao Yu Long said, and then advised, "At that time, Inspector Jiang, you might as well go together. With Ye Fushi's reputation, you can resolve this grudge!"

"If you're resented by a newly ascended Divine Human Master, it will be a huge problem! We can help you for a while, but we can't help you for a lifetime!"

"Moreover, even among Divine Human Masters, Xiao Qiushui is extraordinary!"

"Once you enter the Master realm, you become one with heaven and earth. Such a high starting point!"

"And she's too young. She may seem very old in your eyes, but in the ranks of Divine Human Masters, being in her forties is undoubtedly very young!"

"Youth represents high potential, and the future holds infinite possibilities!"

"With Xiao Qiushui's talent, the possibility of her becoming a renowned Great Master in the future is not low, or rather, it's very high! Much higher than mine!"

"Her Sword Intent is not far from reaching the pinnacle of perfection. Such talent is truly terrifying!"

"I hope you'll think it through when you get back!"

Hearing these words from Zhao Yu Long, Jiang Ning knew that he was genuinely considering his well-being.

Just as Zhao Yu Long had said, Qiushui was somewhat special among Divine Human Masters.

With Xiao Qiushui's talent, the possibility of her entering the Second Grade and becoming a Great Master in the future was very high.

Therefore, Zhao Yu Long's advice was very reasonable.

"I've been taught!" Jiang Ning bowed.

As for his true thoughts, he didn't feel the need to express them.

There was no need, and it was unnecessary!

(End of Chapter)

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