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Upon hearing this, Zhuo Qing had no choice but to say, "The Shadow Sect was founded by General Yi, one of the eight pillars of the Northern Kingdom, to protect the imperial city. As you can tell from the name, it is a royal blade destined to live in the shadows."
"General Yi is devoted to the country and does not seek empty fame. Such loyalty is deeply admired by Zhuoqing."
The words fell.
Zhuoqing slowly placed a white piece.
Although he did not directly answer Emperor Tai'an's question, he instead recounted Yingzong's achievements one by one.
However, the deeper meaning of this passage is that the Shadow Sect may have ulterior motives.
While the Shadow Clan is indeed a sharp weapon for the royal family, it is impossible for them to possess such loyalty to the Northern Li royal family.
Other methods must be used to strengthen the relationship of interests between the two parties in order to ensure that Shadow Sect will not betray them.
Arranged marriage is the best solution.
"Enough, this is just a small matter." Emperor Tai'an casually tossed aside the chess piece in his hand, then his expression turned serious, and he asked in a deep voice:
"How are the arrangements within Tianqi City going? Are there any oversights?"
Seeing this, Zhuo Qing replied earnestly, "Your Majesty, Tianqi City is currently under a curfew, and no civilians are allowed to enter or leave. In addition, all the strongholds of the Shadow Sect have guarded all the important roads and institutions within the city."
"The Embroidered Uniform Guard, Tiger Guard Cavalry, and Tianqi City Imperial Guard have sealed off all the streets, so that not even a mosquito can fly in."
"As for the Grand Preceptor, he has personally set up an array at the Jingyu Prince's Mansion, just waiting for that purple-robed demon to fall into the trap."
Despite having laid a tight net, Emperor Tai'an still felt a vague unease in his heart.
In the past six months, the Imperial Advisor has made several more divinations, and each time, a portion of the Tianqi Kingdom's fortune has been swallowed up by the blood-red mist.
To this day, according to the Imperial Advisor, the blood-red mist has become as thick as the destiny of the Tianqi Kingdom.
All these signs indicate that the person behind the blood-red mist has become a force to be reckoned with, with power comparable to the entire Northern Li Dynasty.
and.
As more of the Apocalypse Kingdom's destiny was consumed, the connection between the Apocalypse Kingdom's destiny and the blood-red mist gradually increased.
The information about the blood-red mist has become more detailed. According to the divination, the person behind the blood-red mist will definitely appear in Jingyu Prince's Mansion today.
This battle marked the first direct confrontation between the Northern Li Dynasty and the Crimson Mist.
If they win, the Northern Li Dynasty will prosper and continue its reign for hundreds of years.
But if we lose...
Then the fate of the Tianqi Kingdom was completely swallowed up, becoming nourishment for the blood-red mist.
The Northern Li Dynasty will also collapse completely.
Thinking of such serious consequences, Emperor Tai'an's expression grew increasingly gloomy.
"Who is behind this?!"
"Today, I will surely annihilate you!"
Now, the Northern Li Dynasty has revealed all its trump cards, and countless top experts are guarding Tianqi City.
Furthermore, there is a guardian swordsman, Xie Zhize, a celestial being, who oversees the area.
Even if Li Changsheng came here, he would have to be wary.
He didn't believe that the person behind the blood-red mist could escape unscathed.
Chapter 33 The Bride Robbery! Crimson Mist Approaches!
Shadow Sect Headquarters.
Ibse sat upright in the palace, eyes closed and silent, as if waiting for something.
At this time.
Suddenly, a figure rushed into the palace.
"Report to the sect master!"
"A figure has been spotted outside the city, preparing to storm it!"
"Furthermore, a strange phenomenon has appeared in the south. Blood mist has filled the sky, obscuring everything in its path. Wherever it passes, vegetation is burned to ashes, and wild beasts die on the spot. It also seems to be moving towards Tianqi City!"
Ib suddenly opened his eyes and stared intently at the person.
"How far is that blood-red mist from Tianqi City?"
The man replied, "It's still a long way off. We can only see a faint trace of it in Tianqi City, but we'll be moving very fast. We should be able to enter Tianqi City's territory in at most an hour."
Yi Bu frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then asked, "Who is that person outside the city?"
"That person... was wearing a mask, so we cannot confirm their identity yet."
Ib's expression darkened: "So, you already have some suspicions? Why don't you dare to say it?"
"Yes..." The man hesitated for a moment before saying, "It's Senior Brother Luo."
Upon hearing this, Yi Bu was slightly taken aback: "Luo Qingyang?!"
"You truly are a worthy disciple of mine!"
He continued, "Which city gate is Luo Qingyang at now?"
"North Gate!" the man replied.
"Bang!"
Ib immediately stood up, his tone extremely serious: "Keep a close eye on that blood-red mist in the south. Notify me immediately if there are any unusual developments!"
After saying that, Yi Bu hurriedly walked towards the north gate.
...
Jixia Academy.
A little girl rushed in.
"Young master, something is wrong!"
"Our spies in the Shadow Sect have sent us some big news!"
“What spies!” Liu Yue corrected, “They are our friends.”
At this time.
The little girl looked up and realized she had made a mistake; there were several other young masters present.
She repeatedly said, "Greetings, gentlemen."
Mo Xiaohei joked, "Oh! Young Master Liu Yue really cares about everything in Tianqi City. When did you make so many friends in the Shadow Sect?"
Liu Yue didn't reply, but instead asked the little girl, "What happened? Tell me, and I'll see if it's worth making such a fuss."
The little girl replied, "Someone is storming the city! And they're heading straight for Jingyu Prince's Mansion! The Shadow Sect sent people to intercept them, and several have already been injured."
"Who's so bold?" Liu Yue asked.
"That person was wearing a mask, but you could recognize him at a glance. He was Luo Qingyang, the eldest disciple of the Shadow Sect Master," the little girl said.
"Luo Qingyang?!"
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes widened.
No one expected that the eldest disciple of the Shadow Sect Master would actually come to steal the bride!
If that's the case, why didn't the Shadow Sect Master marry his daughter to his own disciple, instead marrying his daughter to King Jingyu?
Baili Dongjun frowned slightly. In his mind, it should have been Brother Yun who came to abduct the bride.
But now it's someone else.
But Brother Yun hasn't made a move yet.
"correct!"
"There's another piece of news."
The little girl continued, "It is said that a very strange blood mist appeared in the south, covering the entire sky."
"Where the blood mist passed, all vegetation withered, and animals died on the spot. Moreover, the blood mist was still drifting towards Tianqi City at a very fast speed!"
The words fell.
Everyone was slightly taken aback.
"This wedding at Prince Jingyu's mansion is truly an unlucky day. So many strange things have happened in just one day," Mo Xiaohei remarked.
"Sixth Brother, be careful what you say," Luo Xuan reminded him, then frowned and pondered before saying, "Today is indeed a bit strange."
"Although strange things are happening frequently, this Apocalypse City is a bit too strict."
"It's just that King Jingyu has taken a concubine. Even if that concubine is the daughter of the Shadow Sect Master, it shouldn't warrant such a grand commotion."
"Not only were the city gates sealed several weeks in advance, but in recent days no civilians have been allowed to enter or leave, and the defense force has reached its highest level in history."
"The Shadow Sect, the Embroidered Uniform Guard, the Tiger Guard Cavalry, and the Imperial Guards of Tianqi City truly achieved a post every five steps and a squad every ten steps."
"It was as if the people in the imperial court had anticipated today's situation."
"Hiss..." Liu Yue gasped, "It seems that's indeed the case!"
Upon hearing this, Baili Dongjun, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but show a slight change in expression.
He was certain that the blood-red mist coming from the south must be Brother Yun!
Back when they met half a year ago, Brother Yun outside the city was already exuding a surging blood mist and murderous aura.
At this point, the two are practically identical.
So, Brother Yun still came to steal the bride!
Think of this.
Without even bothering to say hello, Baili Dongjun hurriedly walked out of the academy with his sword.
Seeing this, Sikong Changfeng quickly followed.
"Where are you going?"
Before he could take two steps, Baili Dongjun was stopped by Xie Xuan.
Baili Dongjun said in a deep voice, "Sir, I would like to go for a walk."
Xie Xuan glanced at Baili Dongjun and said, "I think you're planning to steal the bride too, aren't you?"
"On one side is your own brother, the senior who introduced you to the school and treated you with genuine kindness."
"On the other side are your childhood playmates, your brothers who have been through thick and thin with you."
"How will you choose?"
Baili Dongjun countered, "I only want to know, Wenjun, does she like Prince Jingyu?"
Xie Xuan said, "All I know is that when Ye Dingzhi came to Tianqi City last time, he met Yi Wenjun again, and the two of them almost eloped."
Baili Dongjun sneered: "Since Wenjun still likes Yun-ge, isn't it obvious enough which side I'm on?"
"Changfeng, let's go!"
Watching Baili Dongjun and Sikong Changfeng's retreating figures, Xie Xuan couldn't help but sigh, "Young people are so good; they only need the simplest reason to make a decision."
Chapter 34 The attempt to steal the bride fails!
The Imperial Palace.
Zhuo Qing hurriedly entered the palace, his expression grave, and said, "Your Majesty, we have discovered traces of blood-red mist!"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Tai'an's body suddenly trembled, and he looked up and stared intently at Zhuo Qing: "Speak quickly!"
Zhuo Qing said in a deep voice: "A vast expanse of blood-red mist has appeared in the south, with an extremely terrifying aura. Plants and wild animals cannot survive in the blood mist."
"This servant just had Hawkeye take a look from afar, and there were several figures in the blood mist. One of them, wearing a purple robe and a mask, is none other than the Purple-Robed Demon!"
"The Purple-Robed Demon?!" Emperor Tai'an's tone was icy: "The Imperial Advisor was right after all! In that case, let this Tianqi City become their burial ground!"
At this time.
Zhuo Qing continued, "Your Majesty, there is one more thing. The eldest disciple of the Shadow Sect Master, Luo Qingyang, is currently storming the city to snatch a bride, but the Shadow Sect Master is already on his way to intercept him."
"The grandson of the Marquis of Zhenxi, Baili Dongjun, along with another person, also attempted to seize a bride from the Jingyu Prince's Mansion."