"Remarkable! This wandering hero by Daoist Bai Wenzi's side actually possesses such martial prowess! His Majesty's True Spirit may finally have hope of recovery."
Empress Xiao asked in a hushed voice, gratitude in her tone, yet with a trace of confusion: "However, this humble widow and the two palace maids, Li'er and Shu'er, each possess some abilities. Though they are nothing impressive, they could still be of some use. Why did Daoist Bai instruct us beforehand not to lend a hand?"
Empress Xiao was still perfectly clear about her situation. By referring to herself as this humble widow and a bereaved woman, she had placed herself entirely in a position of weakness, without the slightest trace of an empress's airs.
Bai Xiaowen coughed. "Slaying demons and exorcising evil is, for cultivators like us, both a way to accumulate merit and a trial for honing our skills. Your Majesty and the two palace maids need only focus on guarding His Majesty's coffin. There is no need for you to intervene."
Empress Xiao nodded in sudden understanding.
Li Shuyi picked up the Golden Treasure Chest but was in no hurry to open it.
Bai Xiaowen led the team onward. After they killed the Ghost Cavalry General Yuan Li, the demon army of Jiangdu City seemed to realize that something was wrong. The long street ahead was completely deserted, with no demons blocking their way.
After crossing the long street, the ground ahead suddenly rose sharply. Beyond an arch bridge stood several dozen white-stone steps, and behind them was a plaza.
"Daoist, be careful. The Grand Drill Ground lies ahead. It was a training ground His Majesty had temporarily prepared while he was alive," Empress Xiao warned.
Bai Xiaowen nodded slightly. The Grand Drill Ground was a place for training troops, so it