Jiang Haiyan's words were clearly an attempt to use his father to intimidate others.
Xia Weiyin showed no fear and sneered:
"A golden age? You really dare to call that. Don't you have any idea why the collective subconscious of hundreds of millions of people in the Divine Continent gave birth to the Four Spirits to save the world?!"
Faced with this probing question, Jiang Haiyan said fiercely:
"How could I possibly understand the thoughts of an ant! I'm asking Demon Person! If you don't tell me, your [Killing for Benevolence Society] can forget about having a foothold in Jinmen!"
Xia Weiyin scoffed and said, "My [Killing for Benevolence Society] is named after the idea of 'sacrificing oneself for righteousness,' so why would I be afraid of a little brat like you?"
At this moment, Li Guanqi adopted the "good cop" approach, gently advising:
"[The Four Spirits] are nothing more than psychological suggestions formed when a person's consciousness returns to Dark Matter in Quantum Form after death. To put it bluntly, they are not worth mentioning and are not worth making a fuss about."
Fan Shouyi also said, "[The Four Spirits] will die and new ones will be born. It's not like they're gone. Why make things unpleasant, Abbess?"
Upon hearing this, Xia Weiyin looked at Fan Shouyi and sneered:
"Jiang Haiyan wanted to capture people to present to the emperor, Li Guanqi wanted to give them to his master, so there's nothing to say about that... except for you, Lord Fan!"
As she spoke, the beautiful nun's eyes turned icy cold:
"You actually work for the People of Izumo, helping bandits to exterminate our own clan [the Four Spirits], you're really something!"
Fan Shouyi remained calm, but the peach wood flying sword at his waist had already flown to his side.
"Abbess Huixian, please don't speak nonsense. The [Four Spirits] are rare and precious treasures. I am naturally interested in them, but what do they have to do with the People of Izumo?"
"Then why is your Divine Heart Society promoting [Ice Soul Powder]!"
At this moment, Xiao Cha listened intently to their conversation and concluded that Lu Li was indeed the Azure Dragon, one of the Four Spirits.
Considering the other person's physical characteristics, it's even more likely... But what is [the Collective Unconscious of the Race]?
Fortunately, the chief constables provided an answer.
Chief Constable Chen casually:
"Our land of the Divine Continent is blessed with outstanding people and talents. In times of Great Tribulation, divine beings always descend to save the common people from suffering. These [Four Spirits] are such beings; what Westerners call [the Collective Unconscious of the Race]."
The police officials were well-informed and experienced, and several chief constables nearby also started to chat:
"It is said that when many people die, something will appear. In this ghostly world... it's not surprising at all that the Four Spirits have descended!"
"After the Eight-Nation Alliance and the People of Izumo caused all that trouble, it's perfectly normal for us to have some bloodthirsty creatures like the White Tiger and Vermilion Bird."
Just as they were having a pleasant conversation, a colleague reminded them:
"You all should say less. The Governor's daughter is here, and she's already said—this is a golden age!"
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At this moment, listening to the whispers around him, Jiang Haiyan's forehead creases twitched with impatience.
She stomped her foot and shouted:
"Xia Weiyin, if you don't speak, I will immediately inform my father and arrest all your [Killing for Benevolence Society] members in Jinmen! I'm sure [Four Spirits] are among them!"
As soon as the words left his mouth, Jiang Haiyan, Fan Shouyi, and Li Guanqi moved slightly, surrounding Xia Weiyin and preparing to attack!
Xiao Cha looked at Xia Weiyin, praying that the pretty nun could hold on, but then felt it was unrealistic.
With the Governor's Office, the Divine Heart Society, Jiu Shan Sect exerting overwhelming pressure, who in Jinmen can withstand it?!
But some people stood their ground!
Facing numerous gazes, Xia Weiyin stood tall and graceful, letting the mountain breeze freely outline her alluring figure.
She chuckled softly, "On behalf of all members of the [Killing for Benevolence Society], on behalf of my master [Li Yuanzhong], and on behalf of all disciples of the [Dragon Gate Sect], I hereby declare—the [Four Spirits] are our people, and we are committed to protecting them!"
Once these words were spoken, there was no room for negotiation. Logically, Jiang Haiyan and the other two should have rushed forward.
But they just stood around, hesitant to make a move, their faces showing fear instead.
Xia Weiyin played with her glossy nails, looking completely arrogant.
Silence fell over the scene; the embers in the ruins had been extinguished, leaving only a wisp of smoke rising into the evening glow.
Just then, a loud whooshing sound came from the direction of Jinmen. A figure flew in from the horizon, leaving a white contrail that lingered for a long time.
The newcomer, dressed in a python robe and wearing a ruby-adorned hat, was none other than Jiang Shixiang, the Governor of Jinmen.
"My father is here, you're dead!!"
Jiang Haiyan was beaming with satisfaction. So this woman had used some tricks to get her parents called in!
Xia Weiyin remained calm and smiled, showing off a jade thumb ring on her little finger.
Thunder rumbled in the sky, and everyone quickly looked up...
A three-foot-long flying sword sliced through the rosy clouds, unleashing a deafening sonic boom shaped like an umbrella.
These were also parents who had been summoned; the two real big shots faced off from afar high in the sky.
Governor Jiang was the first to bow, saying, "True Master Li, it's been a long time."
Although all that came was a sword, Governor Jiang dared not be negligent and said with a kind expression:
"These [Four Spirits] have low cultivation levels and probably don't hold high positions. Let the juniors have their fun. It's rare for a True Person to come here, so let's have a discussion."
The flying sword actually uttered a single word: [Yes]
After saying this, the two figures flew towards the East Sea, leaving the group of people on the ground looking at each other in bewilderment...
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"What a magnificent feat of soaring through the air! Governor Excellency's cultivation level of [Sitting and Forgetting Golden Body] has already reached the point where you can fly!"
"True Master Li's [Sword Qi Thunder Sound] is truly terrifying; my heart is still trembling!"
The arena erupted in cheers, and Xiao Cha felt exhilarated!
[So this nun's master is Li Yuanzhong Daoist Priest head of the Dragon Gate Sect! No wonder she was so fearless!]
[But how did the Daoist priest end up taking a nun as his apprentice... Oh well, whatever, even the Governor has to be careful now, so everything's definitely fine!]
Sure enough, the four people who were confronting each other stopped their stances, and the situation eased.
But Jiang Haiyan retorted sharply, "Xia Weiyin, you can protect yourself for a while, but can you protect yourself forever? We'll see!"
"Alright~ We'll see~" Xia Weiyin smiled charmingly, her beautiful eyes sparkling.
"[The Four Spirits] descended to earth in response to the cries of millions of people, and their instinct is to kill animals~"
Although these words did not name names, Li Guanqi and Fan Shouyi's expressions turned ugly for a moment.
Li Guanqi quickly smiled and said:
"Abbess Huixian the courage! You probably don't even know whether those [Four Spirits] are male or female, yet you stood up to protect them. Tsk tsk~"
Upon hearing this, Xia Weiyin was still smiling gently, but a very subtle change appeared in her eyes.
Li Guanqi had only been testing the waters, but now that he was certain, his smile widened even further.
"Sister Yan, give me the case files of this year's murder cases. I only need to compile them, and I can find the person in a few days."
"No problem, I'll have someone take care of it right away!"
Jiang Haiyan glanced at Li Guanqi, surprised that this man had such impressive tracking skills; he shouldn't be underestimated.
The two turned and left, Fan Shouyi also hurriedly retreated.
Only Xia Weiyin stared at Li Guanqi's back with an unfriendly expression, and a few seconds later he also disappeared in a few flashes.
With the dust settled, Xiao Cha, having witnessed a grand spectacle, couldn't wait to go home and discuss it with Lu Li.
But the work wasn't finished yet, and several chief constables were already shouting, "Go into the fire and search for clues!"
Xiao Cha absentmindedly fiddled with the things, unaware that Chief Constable Chen was looking at her with a complicated expression.