Demoness, where are you Fleeing to?
Chapter 272 - 233: Dressing Comfortably (Happy Lantern Festival)_1

Chapter 272: Chapter 233: Dressing Comfortably (Happy Lantern Festival)_1

A day later, in the East Palace of the Forbidden City in Nanjing.

Prince Yu Jianji sat in a thoughtful manner at the upper part of the hall and asked: "So, the one who solved this case is Duwei Li again? And this Sima Tianyuan, is he a descendant of Fang Xiaoru?"

"Indeed, I am quite impressed by the capability of Duwei Li in handling the cases. At the time, Duwei Li used the household registration archives of the Ministry of Revenue in Nanjing to incriminate Sima Tianyuan, and Sima Tianyuan himself admitted to it."

At this point, the young man who was half-kneeling below was also wearing a Xiaowei level Liudao Fumo armor: "However, I am not aware of the subsequent affairs. I joined the Liudao Division a bit late, and Fumo Zongguan and Master Qiu are still cautious of me."

"Being cautious is natural. The Sitian Department is jointly managed by the Liudao Division and the royal family, and you were forcefully pushed into it by myself, so you would naturally be seen as an outsider. However, familiarity comes with time, and after working together for a period, they will naturally know what kind of person you are and understand my temperament."

Yu Jianji had a calm expression and spoke gently: "At present, the most important thing for you is to reorganize the Sitian Department as quickly as possible and help Liudao Division suppress the demons. Those old men in the city, use them if you can, win them over if they can be won over.

The demoness Zidie possesses unmatched fleeing techniques, and her illusions are superior. Below the heavenly level, no one can match her. If she hadn’t walked into the trap herself, even a person at the heavenly level may not be able to do anything about her. It’s not that they are incompetent when they suffer losses repeatedly at the hands of Zidie, but that the opponent is too strong. You need to inspire their spirits, restore the prestige of Zhuque Hall, the first of the twenty-four cities. Xiaowei Yuan, I have high expectations for you."

After this young man surnamed Yuan left, Yu Jianji looked at the several ministers sitting next to him: "Gentlemen, what do you think?"

"The situation is perilous."

Jijiu Quan Dingtian from the Guozi Bureau twisted his beard and fell into contemplation: "The commoner, Sima Tianyuan, and Panguan Wu Guo Liangchen. Could they possibly be remnants of Jianling?"

The man dressed as a Duke across from him had a cold expression: "I also think that they are most likely remnants of Jianling stirring up trouble! Your Highness should reward Li Xuan generously, without him, we would still be in the dark."

"I would never let a meritorious official be wronged."

Yu Jianji tapped on the wooden case in front of him with his fingers: "The most pressing matter at present is to figure out the intentions of these remnants of Jianling. What exactly do they want?"

"Looking at the changes in the Underground and other cases such as Lin Ziyang’s rebellion, their layout is nothing more than a desire to cause chaos in Nanjing and to occupy Jiangnan."

Quan Dingtian frowned slightly: "But now I can’t determine what they want to do. Liudao Division said that when they surrounded and annihilated those evil cultivators on Jiaozi Mountain in the east of the city, they found a map of the Xiao Mausoleum. Could it be that they are targeting Your Highness and the upcoming ceremony? But I can’t understand how it benefits their grand plan?"

"Regardless of what their purpose is, we must guard against it."

A hint of worry appeared on Yu Jianji’s face: "This ceremony matters a lot, my own safety isn’t a big deal, but if it disturbs the Great Ancestor and Empress Gao Cixiao, that would truly be an unforgivable sin."

"Your Highness does not need to worry!"

The Duke said in a serious tone: "The Five Armies Du Du’s mansion has already stationed heavy troops at the Xiao Mausoleum, Duke Hanguo, Duke Dingguo and I have also personally visited the Under Palace in the Xiao Mausoleum and carefully inspected there. Moreover, from three days ago, we have arranged for veterans from the army to guard the Dragon-severing Stone in shifts. We can assure that before the ceremony, no intruders will be allowed in the Under Palace."

Yu Jianji nodded slightly in satisfaction: "You three Dukes have worked hard."

At this point, the Zhenshou eunuch Qin Mingyu also raised his voice: "The elite forces of my Zhenshou Division and the inner Jishi Bureau have also stationed in and around the Xiao Mausoleum. If these remnants of Jianling dare to make any moves, I will ensure they are smashed to pieces and never return."

Quan Dingtian looked at the second Prince and said: "The only thing left to worry about at the moment is your safety, Your Highness. I am a little concerned about that Knife Demon."

"Li Zhetian, is it? Quan teacher, you needn’t worry about this."

Yu Jianji laughed: "The day before yesterday, the emperor sent a letter by flying symbol, saying that he has invited Mr. Fulong to come down from the north. At this point, he might have already reached Nanjing City. In a few days, he will meet me in the palace."

"Mr. Fulong? Helian Fulong?"

Quan Dingtian perked up: "If it’s him, then even if the opponent is the Knife Demon, we needn’t worry."

This was a high-ranking person of heavenly level with a great reputation. Although he was not as powerful as the Knife Demon Li Zhetian, he could certainly ensure the safety of the prince during the period of the ceremony.

"However, for safety’s sake, I would still ask Your Highness to summon Earl Chengyi, Li Chengji, and his naval forces to guard Xuanwu Lake on the day of the ceremony."

——As long as this earl is on the Yangtze River, he is a being comparable to the heavenly level.

And Xuanwu Lake is not only adjacent to the Yangtze River, it is also located just west of the Xiao Mausoleum.

"Earl Chengyi? Of course, I will rely heavily on him."

At this point, Yu Jianji was shaking his head: "But instead of passively defending, it’s better to nip the trouble in the bud. What I mean is, try as much as possible to eliminate these troubles before the sacrificial ceremony. Zhuque Hall’s manpower is limited, we can’t entirely rely on them. I hope that both the Five Armies Dudu’s Mansion and the Zhenshou eunuch can provide as much support as they can."

Just as he was saying this, a thin voice came from outside the door: "Your Highness, Master Zhenru is here. He says it’s time for today’s acupuncture session. Please don’t miss the time and don’t overwork yourself."

Upon hearing this, Yu Jianji smiled bitterly and said to the few people in the hall: "Let’s end it here for today and continue tomorrow."

As soon as the ministers left, a young monk in a moon-white robe walked into the hall with ease. Master Zhenru first took a careful look at Yu Jianji’s face, then a hint of a smile appeared on the handsome face of monk: "Your Highness, you look good today."

"I also feel very energetic. This morning, I ate three full bowls of porridge."

Yu Jianji’s face glowed, and his eyebrows revealed a touch of gratitude: "This is all thanks to your medical treatment, Master. You are indeed the incarnation of Medicine Buddha in this world."

"I dare not accept that. The title of the incarnation of the Medicine Buddha is just a misconception spread by ignorant people. How can I, a mere monk, be worthy of it?"

At this point, Zhenru had already sat down and started to take Yu Jianji’s pulse: "Your Highness, you can’t rely too heavily on the power of medicine, stone and acupuncture. No matter how extraordinary the medical skills are, they can only cure the symptoms. To cure the root cause, you still need to work on strengthening your body."

Just moments later, he smirked: "The recovery is going very well, I estimate that it should be completely recovered before the ceremony. Next, please undress, I need to do acupuncture for you."

A look of joy appeared on Yu Jianji’s face. He immediately undid his clothes, exposing his chest.

At this time, a shallow black scar from a knife could be seen on his abdomen.

Not paying much attention to the scar, Zhenru took a hollow long needle and inserted it into Yu Jianji’s chest. In the next moment, a flow of dark red blood gushed out of the needle and dripped into a prepared golden bowl.

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At the same time, in the Mingyou City of the Liudao Division.

Jiang Hanyun was also in front of Li Xuan, undressing herself. Not only did she take off her Liudao Fumo Armor, she also opened her coat.

At the same time, she asked Li Xuan to: "Take off all your clothes."

Li Xuan felt a fiery sensation in his nose. His blood was rushing to his head and his lower body, he was unable to think at all.

In the past, when Jiang Hanyun practiced the Thunder Body technique, she only took off the Liudao Fumo Armor. But why did she suddenly start to undress today?

And for him, he used to be able to just take off his top, but now even his pants have to go?

What exactly does this woman want to do?

Li Xuan, trembling, grabbed his belt. He decided to fight for his chastity: "Wait, this isn’t okay, right? Captain, I already have a woman in my heart, this isn’t okay. Of course, if you’re forceful. I definitely won’t be able to resist. But can we change locations? There are so many people outside, they might hear."

"What are you thinking about again?" Jiang Hanyun glared at Li Xuan, her face a little red: "For the Thunder Body technique, the more clothes you wear, the worse the effect. You are not allowed to look back later, understand?"

Only then did Li Xuan come to his senses. Although he breathed a sigh of relief, he also felt an immense regret. At this time, Jiang Hanyun grabbed her inner shirt, a hint of hesitation on her face.

Should she make such a big sacrifice for Li Xuan’s life?

In the past, she fulfilled the orders of her parents and just went through the motions. She couldn’t say she didn’t put in effort, but only taking off the Liudao Fumo Armor definitely would not achieve the best effect.

This is because both metal and clothes can interfere with the electric current to a certain extent.

But if she puts in too much effort, she would inevitably give Li Xuan an advantage—