Framed and Slandered

"Master Shen... Master Shen?"

The constables who came with Head Constable Li were startled by this voice.

Who in Qiulin County nowadays hadn't heard of Shen Lin's formidable reputation?

"Head Constable Li, this really sounds like Master Shen's voice."

"Master what master? Does Shen Lin deserve to be called 'Master'?"

Upon hearing Shen Lin's voice, Head Constable Li's face grew even uglier.

This guy, relying on sheer luck to break through and become a Martial Artist, had recently surpassed him in fame within Qiulin County.

Before, when people talked about the young talents of Qiulin County, who wouldn't praise Li Bailin for being young and promising?

But now?

"Shen Lin! Is this your house?"

"Oh? That voice, isn't that Head Constable Li? What brings you to my door so late at night?"

"Investigating the Flying Thief!!!" Li Bailin frowned and said loudly, "Shen Lin, since you know it's me, why don't you come out and meet me?"

"I'm taking a bath, it's inconvenient to come out!"

Hearing this, Li Bailin's eyes flickered, and he sneered, "It's not inconvenient, you've got something to hide, haven't you?"

Without waiting for Shen Lin to reply, he kicked open the door.

Bang!

The wooden door was flung open, but apart from Li Bailin, no one else moved.

The constables exchanged glances; none of them rushed in.

After learning that the house belonged to Shen Lin, they all began to retreat.

Shen Lin, becoming a Martial Artist at such a young age, would undoubtedly become a Head Constable in the future, and even had the potential to reach the Opening Meridians Realm and replace Prefect Hu.

Offending such a person was clearly unwise.

But with Li Bailin present, they had no choice.

"What are you all standing around for? Search the place! If the Flying Thief escapes, I'll hold you accountable!!!"

If they didn't offend Shen Lin, they would have to offend Li Bailin.

The constables hesitated for a moment before finally stepping inside.

After all, everyone in Qiulin County knew that Li Bailin was not only narrow-minded but also came from an extraordinary family background.

If they offended him, they would have to leave the county yamen long before Shen Lin gained prominence.

Seeing the constables file in, Li Bailin nodded with satisfaction and followed them.

After passing a screen, he saw Shen Lin.

He was bare-chested, his hands resting on the edge of the bathtub, looking grimly at the constables who had barged in, and said in a deep voice, "Head Constable Li, what you're doing is a bit excessive."

Li Bailin said dismissively, "This is all for the investigation of the Flying Thief case. I'm sure Shen Lin can understand my actions, brother."

"Then you better find something!"

"Don't worry, I didn't take these brothers on to be useless."

Next, the constables began to search the entire house.

As Shen Lin had predicted, they didn't spare any corner, whether it was the roof beams or any other hidden spot.

However, it was clear that they were destined to find nothing.

"Boss! Nothing found!"

"Me neither!"

"We've searched everywhere, no trace of anyone else."

Listening to the constables' reports, Li Bailin's expression grew increasingly grim.

On the other hand, Shen Lin remained calm throughout.

At this moment, looking at the constables with embarrassed, lowered heads, he calmly said, "Since that's the case, please leave. I will personally speak with Prefect Hu about this matter tomorrow."

Li Bailin gave no response, merely turned around with a dark expression and walked towards the outside.

But as he reached the doorway, he suddenly paused, then abruptly turned back.

Shen Lin thought he had found something and was about to say something, only to see a half-smile on his face.

"Wang Er! You said before that someone clearly saw a person in a black suit enter this house, right?"

The constable who had reported earlier thought Li Bailin was going to blame him and said with a pained expression, "That's right, boss, but now it seems that guy might have been trying to scam us. I'll definitely..."

"No, no, no!" Li Bailin shook his head and chuckled, "Is there a possibility that the Flying Thief is right here in this house?"

"But we searched the entire house and found nothing."

Li Bailin slowly raised his hand and pointed at Shen Lin.

"Look, isn't that one person right there?"

"Huh?"

The Constable under him turned his head, looking at Shen Lin in confusion.

At this moment, Shen Lin seemed to understand the other party's intentions and sneered, "Head Constable Li, you want to pin the name of this Flying Thief on me and frame me, is that it?"

"What are you talking about? Someone personally witnessed it, how could it be considered framing?"

Li Bailin smiled and waved his hand, "Come, help Mr. Shen get dressed, and then we..."

But just then, the bath rippled, and a figure suddenly emerged from the water.

"Who?"

"There's a situation!"

"Protect the Head Constable!"

The Constables were startled by this sudden scene and drew the long sabers at their waists.

Shen Lin looked speechlessly at the panting female Flying Thief and sighed.

At this moment, she was naked, her thick hair covering her chest, only revealing a smooth back to the Constables.

Even a Martial Artist of the Opening Meridians Realm was still mortal and couldn't stay underwater indefinitely without breathing.

Li Bailin, due to his intention to frame, did not leave immediately, which forced the female Flying Thief to finally surface.

"Good, Shen Lin! You, you've really been harboring the Flying Thief all along, now I see how you..."

Li Bailin froze for a moment, then a look of ecstasy suddenly appeared on his face.

He actually found her?

But Shen Lin remained unhurried, gently stroking the person's cheek, and said softly, "Wait for me a moment, I'll drive away these annoying guys first."

Then, he slowly rose from the bath.

The Constables looked at the naked Shen Lin before them, their gazes curiously fixed on the legendary weapon said to have slain monsters.

Hmm, like an old tree's roots intertwined, like a dragon emerging from the sea, truly spectacular!

Shen Lin paid no mind to their gazes and casually picked up a towel from the side, wrapping it around his waist, and said indifferently, "Head Constable Li, do you know? You've ruined such a beautiful night."

He then pointed to the beautiful figure in the bath, "Do you think that Flying Thief would be such a beautiful, water-drenched woman?"

Li Bailin sneered, "That's hard to say, after all, no one has seen the true face of that Flying Thief."

As he spoke, he stepped towards the opposite side of the bath, seemingly wanting to get a good look at the woman.

"Are you f*cking serious?"

Without a word, Shen Lin kicked him.

Li Bailin was prepared and threw a punch, sneering, "Hmph, you can't hold back anymore, I knew..."

In his opinion, Shen Lin, who had just stepped into the Martial Artist realm, would be no match for him if he truly fought.

But the moment their fists and feet touched, Li Bailin felt an irresistible force coming from the opponent's foot.

Bang!

After a muffled thud, Li Bailin staggered back several steps before regaining his balance.

Shen Lin, on the other hand, looked calm, as if nothing had happened.

"You..."

Li Bailin looked up at Shen Lin, his face a mixture of shock and anger.

He hadn't expected Shen Lin to possess such strength.

He had been on guard, yet he still suffered a great disadvantage.

Now, he had lost face in front of so many Constables.

Clang!

He directly drew the long saber in his hand.