The Cyan Dragon Lord returned to his original position, glanced at the fat old man, and slightly frowned, saying, "What do you all mean by this?"

"I would like to ask what you mean?"

The fat old man snorted coldly and said, "That Song Wood killed your Guard Captain, and you didn't care. Now that Song Wood is dead to atone, why are you so anxious?"

"As for Song Wood killing Cai Yin, I will escort the people back to the Capital City, get to the bottom of it, and naturally let the Profound Celestial Sect give an explanation."

The Cyan Dragon Lord said solemnly, "This person executed without authorization, breaking the rules. If everyone acted like him, Qian Country would have been in chaos long ago!"

"Nonsense!"

The fat old man sneered with disdain and retorted, "If everyone in the Cyan Dragon Bureau acted like you, unable to distinguish right from wrong, Qian Country would truly be rotten to the core."

Qingmu said, "A life for a life, there's nothing more to say. Xiao Tang did nothing wrong."

Hearing the Eldest Princess of Daqian say this, the Cyan Dragon Lord fell silent.

"Hehe!"

The fat old man suddenly let out a strange laugh and said, "The Cyan Dragon Bureau obeys the Emperor. Why are you concerned about the death of a Profound Celestial Alchemist?"

"I am naturally not in a hurry."

The Cyan Dragon Lord said indifferently, "However, if this matter reaches the Capital City and the Profound Celestial Sect Leader pursues it, where can he hide? The elder may protect him for a while but not for a lifetime."

"The Profound Celestial Sect Leader, if he wants to pursue it, let him come straight to me."

The fat old man sneered.

The Cyan Dragon Lord made a slight gesture with his hand.

Tan Wujiu and the others understood, each dispersing back to their original positions.

Wei Qun and the others let out a sigh of relief, temporarily putting their minds at ease.

They did not want to confront the people of the Cyan Dragon Bureau unless absolutely necessary.

Several people looked at Chen Tang, whom they had surrounded, with a hint of gratitude in their eyes.

If it weren't for Chen Tang, they would have found it difficult to have a chance to kill Song Wood and avenge Cai.

To be honest, even if given the opportunity just now, they might not have dared to kill Song Wood openly.

After all, Song Wood was the Observatory Master of the Profound Celestial Temple, an Alchemist.

Killing Song Wood meant surely offending the Profound Celestial Sect.

Offending the Profound Celestial Sect, even though Qian Country is vast, might not provide a place to hide.

Thinking of Chen Tang's future, Wei Qun and the others were worried, and their hearts were anxious.

Chen Tang, however, seemed rather calm.

Since he decided to take action and avenge Cai, there was no need to be overly cautious and hesitant.

With Qingmu and the fat old man present, they could certainly keep him safe.

As for the future, at worst, he could go back to Snow Mountain to hide and wait for the storm to pass.

Just a Profound Celestial Alchemist, Chen Tang didn't believe the Profound Celestial Sect Leader would create such a fuss over the death of one Alchemist.

The Sect Leader must be so bored.

Chen Tang turned and gave Tan Wujiu a deep look.

He could get close enough to kill Song Wood.

But he had absolutely no chance of killing Tan Wujiu.

The gap in their realms was too large.

Even if Tan Wujiu was completely unguarded, and he entered One Breath Divine Illumination, he would have no opportunity.

Besides, when it comes to Tan Wujiu, deep inside, Chen Tang still hesitated a bit.

It's not out of mercy.

Just that, according to Qin Xiaomei's description, Cai Yin's death, although related to Tan Wujiu, was not his intentional doing.

Cai Yin never resented Tan Wujiu until his death.

There was also another reason.

The truth of Cai Yin's death had just been able to be made public, and naturally, Qin Xiaomei was the most important person for that.

If Tan Wujiu really wanted to make everything seamless, Qin Xiaomei would never have had a chance to speak out.

Song Wood was merely an Alchemist, not adept in such matters, thinking all was fine with just destroying evidence.

But Tan Wujiu had been in the Cyan Dragon Bureau for so many years, shouldn't have left such an obvious flaw as a sword.

Unless it was intentional on his part.

Perhaps he also wanted to use Qin Xiaomei to reveal the truth of the matter.

Looking at Qin Xiaomei's body, Chen Tang sighed internally.

"Bury Cai's sword with her,"

Wang Yanli suddenly said.

Cai Yin's remains were gone, and that sword was the only thing he left behind.

The two didn't get to be together in life, so being buried together in death was at least a consolation for their life's regret.

Wei Qun and several others nodded.

The moment Qin Xiaomei revealed the truth at all costs, they had already accepted this woman in their hearts.

"Eldest Princess, now that this matter is settled, come back to the Capital City with us."

The Vermilion Bird Lord said, "His Holiness misses you greatly. This time he had the four of us leave the Capital City together to ensure your safety."

Qingmu glanced at Chen Tang, who was not far away.

Initially, she stayed here with her master out of curiosity.

But later, she chose to stay more to protect and help Chen Tang.

Chen Tang's grievances with the Black Water Gang were resolved.

The rebellion in Pingzhou was quashed.

She had no reason to stay any longer.

"Hmm."

Qingmu nodded.

"There's no time to lose. Shall we leave tonight?"

The White Tiger Lord asked.

Qingmu said, "Let's leave it for tomorrow. A lot has happened today. Everyone should rest here for the night, there's no rush."

"Alright."

The Vermilion Bird Lord looked at the chubby old man and cupped his hands in respect: "Elder Feng, thank you for taking care of the Eldest Princess all these years, you've achieved great merits this time. Why not come with us to the Capital? His Holiness will surely thank you in person."

"I'm not going."

The chubby old man waved his hand: "With you escorting her, I'm quite at ease."

Qingmu gently tugged at the chubby old man's sleeve, and said coquettishly: "Master, come back with me. It would be nice for us siblings to show you around the Capital. Whenever you're tired of it, you can leave at your leisure."

"It's no fun."

The chubby old man pouted, "I've been to that broken place so many times that I'm sick of it."

Seeing this, the Vermilion Bird Lord no longer pressed the issue.

The four Lords, Tan Wujiu, and the people from the Profound Celestial Temple gradually dispersed.

After discussing with Wei Qun and others, they decided to bury Cai Yin's sword and Qin Xiaomei's body outside the city later on.

Wei Qun and the others left.

Before long, only the chubby old man, Qingmu, Zhiwei, Mei Yingxue, Meng Liangyu, and Xiao Huang, who was circling around everyone with a wobbly head, remained in the courtyard.

During the day, after the great battle in Wu'an County had calmed, Thunder Leopard carried Xiao Huang back, more clever than any human.

Over two months ago, it was this group of people who had spent the New Year together.

But now they are about to part ways, each going their own way.

It was Qingmu who spoke first, hugging Zhiwei and looking at Chen Tang, Mei Yingxue, and Meng Liangyu: "I've been away from the Capital for a long time and have no friends there. If you haven't decided yet, why not come with me to the Capital, so I can have company there too."

"I'm not going."

Meng Liangyu said with a bamboo stick in his mouth: "Yesterday the Commander invited me to work under him, and I've already agreed. What a pity for the wealth and riches I'll miss."

After speaking, Meng Liangyu simulated a sigh of regret.

Everyone chuckled lightly at his words.

Chen Tang said: "Working with the Commander isn't bad either. At least you won't be wronged. Moreover, since the rebellion in Pingzhou has been quelled, and they will be rewarded for their merits, the Commander will certainly be praised by the Emperor. You might even benefit."

"Yingxue, what about you?"

Qingmu asked.

Mei Yingxue avoided making eye contact with Qingmu, hesitated a bit, but still shook her head.

In Changze County, she was the beloved daughter of a martial arts school owner, but compared to Qingmu, the difference was like night and day.

In front of Qingmu, she couldn't help but feel a bit inferior.

During the New Year's celebration, when they didn't know Qingmu's true identity, everyone could gather together in laughter and jest.

But now, knowing Qingmu is the Eldest Princess of Qian Country, there's no going back to how things were.

Mei Yingxue said: "My father's injuries haven't healed, and he needs someone to take care of him. I need to stay by his side. Traveling to the Capital would be too tiring, and my father can't handle such exertion. Thank you for your kind offer, Eldest Princess."

Hearing the words 'Eldest Princess', Qingmu's eyes dimmed slightly.

Finally, Qingmu took a deep breath, looking at Chen Tang with anticipation: "Xiao Tang, you don't have anywhere to go, nor do you have family to take care of you, come to the Capital with me."

"I'm not going."

Chen Tang shrugged slightly, "Sister Mu, you know how lazy I am. A place like the Capital with all its rules and etiquette, I just can't stand it."

When Qingmu heard the words 'Sister Mu', her eyes lit up, and she quickly said: "It's alright. Once you're in the Capital with me, you won't need to bow to anyone, not even the Emperor."

"Forget it."

Chen Tang said: "It's enough if you take Zhiwei with you."

Zhiwei following him to wander the Jianghu, with an uncertain future, definitely wouldn't compare to enjoying glory and wealth by Qingmu's side.

"Brother Atang, come with us."

Zhiwei, having just heard everyone was about to part, felt very reluctant.

Now, hearing that Chen Tang was also leaving her, her eyes reddened at once.

She had long regarded Chen Tang as her closest person.

Seeing Zhiwei's reddened eyes, Chen Tang felt a pang of softness in his heart.

However, he thought to himself, he wasn't very skilled yet, and Zhiwei couldn't be fully protected by staying by his side.

Chen Tang steeled his heart and said: "There's no feast that doesn't end; if there's a chance in the future, I'll come to the Capital to see you."

"What do you plan to do now?"

The chubby old man asked.

"I'll wander around the Jianghu, see the world."

Chen Tang spoke offhandedly.

The group fell into silence.

The atmosphere chilled for a moment.

Seeing the low spirits, Chen Tang whimsically said: "I've heard there are enchantresses and female demons in the Jianghu, skilled in Yin Yang Replenishment techniques, causing chaos."

These were stories he'd read in books in his previous life, and he spoke them without much thought.

"What are you up to?"

The chubby old man raised an eyebrow and asked.

Chen Tang patted his chest and said seriously: "I'm venturing into the Jianghu to confront these heretics. With my iron bone and righteous spirit, I'm curious if I can withstand their dual cultivation techniques and subdue those enchantresses!"

"Bah!"

Everyone burst into laughter, showing their disdain.

The chubby old man gave Qingmu an odd look, muttering: "If you want to take that risk, you might as well go to the Capital with her..."

"Zhiwei is here, what nonsense are you spouting!"

Qingmu huffed lightly, giving Chen Tang a playful glare.

"I don't understand."

Zhiwei blinked her eyes.

The parting melancholy was somewhat dispelled by this commotion.

"Woof woof woof!"

Xiao Huang, seeing everyone's laughter, also barked excitedly.

Chen Tang rubbed Xiao Huang's head, regretting: "It's a pity I haven't had the chance to introduce you to Xue Tuan'Er. Once it grows a bit, it can meet you..."

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