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Perhaps the window that sheltered the number one Inner Mansion realm expert from the evening breeze could not comprehend why it welcomed so many lingering gazes tonight.

In the open and in the shadows, who knows how many intertwined.

The ruddy-faced Xuan Nan Kui stood at the extreme height.

The moonlight shone, reflecting him like a statue of a god.

If mortals could see him, they might worship him as a deity.

The Yellow River Meeting had just ended, and the teams from the various nations had not completely dispersed. As the hegemonic nation closest to the Guan He Platform, Jing State, which considered itself the host, naturally had an obligation to maintain order.

To prevent some unsavory incidents from occurring.

If two or more nations’ delegations were to cause major casualties near the Guan He Platform, it would be a slap in the face to Jing State.

All the buildings on the Guan He Platform had disappeared.

Wo State thus became the place where most people lingered after the Yellow River Meeting.

As the commander of the Divine Strategy Army, one of the Eight Grand Armies of Jing State, Xuan Nan Kui being stationed in Feng City undoubtedly carried significant symbolic meaning and deterrent power.

As for the will of Wo State itself…

At least on the surface, the Wo State court was very welcoming of Jing State’s help in maintaining order.

In a situation where delegations from various nations gathered, it was indeed not something that a small Wo State could control.

At this moment, Xuan Nan Kui stood at this extreme height, his gaze sweeping across the entire city, a True Person of noble status and commander of an army, personally attending to this matter. No one could say that Jing State was not taking it seriously.

Without any trace or warning, a voice sounded in his ear: “It seems many people are paying attention to this Inner Mansion number one.”

Xuan Nan Kui was monitoring the entire city, and it was inevitable that he would look at Jiang Wang a few more times.

After all, the champion of the Yellow River Meeting attracted the most attention. As for the other champion, he had left on the day of winning, so there was no place to see him even if one wanted to.

At this moment, Xuan Nan Kui’s lips did not move, his face expressionless, but his voice also followed the hidden darkness and transmitted back: “When a person is at a low point, it’s easy to fall; when at a peak, it’s easy to get lost. A peerless heaven’s chosen who doesn’t forget to do his evening lessons even on his most glorious day, no one can limit his future.”

“It seems you have a high opinion of him.” The voice in the shadows paused and asked, “In your opinion, how does he compare to Tai Yu?”

Xuan Nan Kui smiled but did not speak.

There was indeed no need for comparison.

The number one Inner Mansion is undoubtedly a peerless heaven’s chosen in the world, but in front of the youngest True Person in history, there is really no room for comparison.

As for “getting lost” or “falling,” Li Yi will probably never experience those moments.

“Indeed.” The voice in the shadows said this and then changed the subject: “The traces of that matter have been completely wiped clean. At least we can have some peace for a while.”

Xuan Nan Kui overlooked the city, this nation, at his feet, and his voice transmitted back: “But Jing State no longer has a second Tai Yu. If this hidden danger cannot be eradicated and we keep relying on covering it up, sooner or later it will be impossible to hide.”

“For now, we can only take it one step at a time. I also don’t know what His Majesty is thinking…” The voice in the shadows said: “Speaking of which, letting Tai Yu stand at the forefront now and become the target of all too early is indeed not worth it.”

“The youngest True Person in history can certainly attract all attention. Letting him stand at the forefront was a last resort, there’s no question of whether it’s worth it or not. But how many times can such a last resort be used?” Xuan Nan Kui said with dissatisfaction: “They, the Mirror World Platform, must bear responsibility for this matter!”

The Mirror World Platform is Jing State’s highest intelligence agency, known as “shining upon all directions, mirroring the present world.” The occurrence of such a major problem this time is naturally considered negligence of duty for the Mirror World Platform.

“What they should bear is unavoidable. It’s just, who would have thought that the Inner Mansion realm heaven’s chosen who went through countless screenings and finally represented the nation in battle would actually be…”

The voice in the shadows paused and continued: “So much so that the other two were also temporarily under suspicion. Only by immediately recalling Tai Yu could the situation be stabilized.”

“Fortunately, it was discovered in advance. Otherwise, the consequences would have been even more unimaginable.”

“Who says otherwise? I can’t believe that after so many years, they are actually still…”

“Ashes can rekindle, and rotten trees can sprout anew.” Xuan Nan Kui sighed: “Even the destruction of matter is so difficult to purify, let alone those things rooted deep in the heart?”

“If you ask me, it’s all…” The voice in the shadows started this topic and then abruptly stopped, no longer speaking. It seemed to have touched upon something that could not be said.

Xuan Nan Kui stood alone at a high place, his gaze sweeping in all directions, in silence.

When the sky was slightly bright, Jiang Wang went to the Pasture.

The name “Pasture” doesn’t sound very auspicious at first hearing, but the people of Mu State don’t care about these things. As devout followers of the Cangtu God, they go to the divine kingdom after death. Even if it were truly called a “graveyard,” it would just be another home.

This building in Feng City was originally a large manor, and it gradually came to be called this. The people of Mu State themselves didn’t mind, and others cared even less.

Zhao Ru Cheng’s identity is sensitive now, and it’s not suitable for him to appear at the celebration banquet. Jiang Wang could only come to see him alone. This was already agreed upon when he won the championship.

That Helian Yunyun seemed to have given instructions long ago. The gatekeeper saw Jiang Wang and led him directly, without a single unnecessary word.

He walked past some appraising gazes, followed the winding path, and entered the inner part of the Pasture.

Zhao Ru Cheng’s courtyard where he lived alone had a very high style, from which one could slightly see his current importance in Mu State.

Walking along the bluestone path, he saw such a figure like a jade tree facing the wind, standing in front of the courtyard gate.

Seeing him from afar, a smile appeared on his face.

Jiang Wang also smiled unconsciously.

Neither of them spoke, they just walked closer smiling.

“Tsk tsk tsk.” Zhao Ru Cheng then deliberately looked him up and down, clicking his tongue repeatedly: “The whole city is celebrating your victory, your name is everywhere. Number one Inner Mansion, quite impressive!”

Jiang Wang smiled back: “You said you would take the championship title, you can also be impressive!”

Zhao Ru Cheng was greatly embarrassed, quickly stepped aside to lead the way, and coughed: “We haven’t seen each other for a long time, let’s have a few drinks!”

Jiang Wang only said: “We should drink!”

The two entered the small courtyard one after another.

Casual and natural, just like before.

In the courtyard, there was a stone table and two stone stools.

On the table were five dishes, a crane-shaped flask, and two jade cups.

There was no one to serve.

Both sat down casually. Zhao Ru Cheng naturally rolled up his sleeves and poured wine, saying as he poured: “Third Brother, it’s not that this younger brother is sowing discord. You must remember the principle of befriending the virtuous and staying away from the wicked…”

He curled his lip: “How kind you used to be, your mouth wasn’t as sharp as it is now.”

He was still as “petty” as before, not willing to suffer any verbal loss.

Jiang Wang looked at him with a smile: “So in Mu State, not being able to out-talk you is called ‘kind,’ and speaking the truth is called ‘sharp.’ Exotic customs, truly opening up my horizons!”

Zhao Ru Cheng was choked, and shook his head awkwardly, sighing: “They all say that Qi State has many famous scholars, I’ve experienced it!”

The Legalists are best at debate. When it comes to wit, they indeed have few opponents.

“You still like to chat so much.” Jiang Wang smiled gently, only adding emphasis to the word ‘chat’: “I’ll introduce two friends to you later.”

“Alright!” Zhao Ru Cheng happily agreed.

But for some reason, as he smiled, the smile disappeared.

“Third Brother.” He lowered his head, looked at the wine in the cup, and asked softly: “How have you been these past two years?”

But Jiang Wang was still smiling: “Just kept moving forward.”

He smiled brightly: “Kept walking, kept walking, and I got here.”