The Ghost Mother case involves various forces and also concerns the reputation and prestige of the Profound Celestial Sect.

Back when the incident broke out in Bingzhou City, it caused such a commotion, yet it was suppressed.

Now, with the new emperor of Qian Country establishing the Qilin Bureau, the case has been reopened, and by executing so many people with thunderous methods, he has thoroughly established his authority.

Chen Tang asked, "Who is this Qilin Lord?"

From Changsun Ming's description, without the help of this Qilin Lord, the new emperor might not have been able to control the situation.

Changsun Ming said, "Qian Country's First War God, Murong Daoye!"

This person has emerged!

Chen Tang was surprised.

Changsun Ming paused for a moment, then added, "He is also my master."

"No wonder you have such a powerful backer!"

Chen Tang teased.

"Hmph!"

Lu Qing snorted softly, showing displeasure.

Changsun Ming pondered for a moment and immediately understood the reason.

Murong Daoye had abandoned the Former Emperor Wu and left. Although he did not directly betray or attack, it was not a glorious act and somewhat betrayed Emperor Wu's favor.

Lu Qing had no good impression of Murong Daoye, which was naturally understandable.

"Qingcheng, I, my master..."

Changsun Ming seemed to want to explain, but he didn't know how to start. He felt a bit embarrassed and even regretted bringing it up.

"This has nothing to do with you."

Lu Qing looked at Changsun Ming's expression and chuckled, "You didn't wrong me; we're still good friends."

Upon hearing this, Changsun Ming smiled too, feeling relieved.

Chen Tang felt a slight relief for Lu Qing.

It's fortunate that Lu Qing didn't grow up with the Evil Emperor; otherwise, who knows what she would have been taught.

I've heard that Lu Qing has an older martial uncle too. Could he also be as insane?

Changsun Ming continued, "I heard from my father that in the Imperial Court this time, various forces are competing. The Yuwen Family and the Profound Celestial Sect, along with most officials in the Imperial Court, opposed thoroughly investigating the Ghost Mother case. Our family naturally supports it, while the Dugu Family is indecisive. Luckily, my master stepped forward."

Murong Daoye naturally represents the Murong Family.

This case has practically dragged in various forces, including the Four Great Clans, showing its wide-reaching impact.

For the current emperor to emerge victorious in such a chaotic situation is no easy feat.

On the surface, it's about the Ghost Mother case, but underneath, it might be a power struggle between the imperial authority of Qian Country and the divine authority of the Profound Celestial Sect.

Changsun Ming added, "By the way, my master is not only the Qilin Lord but also appointed Grand General by His Holiness, ranking just below Grand Commandant Yuwen Mao."

Chen Tang nodded silently.

This emperor certainly has some methods.

Perhaps feeling the threat from the Profound Celestial Sect and the Yuwen Family, he invited Murong Daoye to counterbalance Yuwen Mao.

The newly established Qilin Bureau was to limit the old Four Symbols Bureau.

The newly appointed Grand General serves to counterbalance Yuwen Mao.

It's not just a confrontation between two great clans.

In the military, perhaps only the prestige of this First War God of Qian Country can match Yuwen Mao, standing equally!

Only in this way can he possibly secure the throne.

Chen Tang remembered something and asked, "It seems the emperor's mother hails from the Dugu Clan. Why didn't the Dugu Family side with the emperor this time?"

"I heard it has to do with establishing the empress."

Changsun Ming said, "The emperor didn't want to establish someone from the Dugu Clan as empress but instead made one of my master's recently adopted daughters the empress."

"It's said that this empress knew the emperor when he was wandering and down on his luck and has been by his side since. The emperor didn't want to disappoint her, so the Dugu Family might be somewhat discontented because of this."

Chen Tang furrowed his brows, as if something flashed through his mind.

But when he tried to grasp it, he just couldn't catch it.

"Let's not talk about these boring court plots anymore."

Changsun Ming said, "Besides this, I brought news that there's going to be a grand event in the Capital City!"

"His Holiness is summoning young martial artists from all over the world to the Capital City. Through layers of selection, they will compete in pairs, and finally, a thousand young martial artists will be selected for the Qilin Ranking, to be announced to the world!"

"Moreover, these thousand young martial artists can choose to join the Qilin Bureau directly."

Chen Tang nodded.

This newly established Qilin Bureau needs fresh blood, and it seems the emperor is starting to develop his own forces.

"Oh?"

Lu Qing's eyes shone brightly.

She loves excitement the most.

"Are there any restrictions? Can anyone go?" Lu Qing asked.

Changsun Ming replied, "The age limit is under twenty, and cultivation can't reach the Fifth Grade. It's just about martial arts skills, no weapons allowed."

Lu Qing frowned, "Having an age limit is normal, but why limit it to below Fifth Grade?"

"Once cultivation reaches the Fifth Grade, inner qi is developed, and the increase in combat power is substantial, turning it into another level of combat."

Changsun Ming explained, "His Holiness said that if anyone under twenty reaches the Fifth Grade, they can directly enter the Qilin Bureau if they're willing."

"I've heard that the Wind and Cloud Ranking in Nanxia has similar restrictions, making the competition relatively fair for young martial artists."

Lu Qing shook her head, "It's pointless; I can't participate now."

She had already cultivated to the Fifth Grade realm not long ago.

Changsun Ming smiled smugly, "In fact, I almost had the chance to break through to the Fifth Grade too, but I prepared to enter the Capital and compete for a ranking after hearing about the Qilin Ranking."

Chen Tang had witnessed Changsun Ming's combat prowess.

With his background, mentorship, and the martial arts legacy from two great clans, securing a good ranking on the Qilin Ranking wouldn't be difficult.

He might even have a significant chance of winning the top spot on the Qilin Ranking.

"Haitang, Qingcheng, why don't you both join me in the journey to the Capital?"

Changsun Ming said, "Haitang isn't twenty yet; we can compete in the Qilin Ranking together."

"I'm out."

Lu Qing shook her head, "I have a special status, can't participate, and my aunt wouldn't let me leave."

After saying this, Lu Qing looked at Chen Tang, "Haitang, you should give it a try."

"Exactly."

Changsun Ming said, "I heard that a month ago at Xinping Zen Temple, you defeated a genius monk from the Esoteric Sect!"

"Not interested."

Chen Tang waved his hand, "I don't want to join the Qilin Bureau and won't get involved in this commotion."

There's no substantial benefit, just an empty title.

He's not interested in fighting with others.

However, if there is a chance, he does want to visit the Capital.

Senior Brother Ming Yuan is there.

The Eldest Princess is there.

Zhiwei is also over there; he wonders how she's doing in the Capital.

Changsun Ming felt slightly disappointed and asked Lu Qing, "Qingcheng, have you heard any news about your parents?"

"Not yet."

Lu Qing's eyes dimmed as she shook her head.

Changsun Ming said, "When I join the Qilin Bureau, I will see if we can collaborate with Heigou and use the Qilin Bureau's resources to find out about your parents."

Lu Qing nodded.

So much time has passed without any news of her parents.

Her older martial uncle often went searching without any clues, and she already had a foreboding feeling in her heart.

Changsun Ming stayed at Xiping Temple with Chen Tang and Lu Qing for half a day, then resumed his journey to the Capital City.

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