Unaware of the People's Hardships

Three announcements sounded from outside the hall.

Without lifting her head, Qian Renxue said softly, "Enter."

She Long stepped out from behind the screen, followed by Yue Guan and Ghost.

He bowed. Yue Guan had shed his usual smile and stood properly to one side.

Ghost remained silent as ever, clinging to the wall like a shadow.

Qian Renxue set down the memorial and looked at She Long. "Do we have the results?"

"Yes," She Long said. "In last night's battle outside the city, Zhou Qiubai and Yang Guyun joined forces and killed Tang Lie, Tang Qingqing, Tang Ziyi, and Tang Fangrui. It happened very quickly, leaving no room for anything else. No one from Spirit Hall intervened."

After hearing this, Qian Renxue fell silent for quite a while.

"You two did well."

She was speaking to Yue Guan and Ghost. Her tone was calm, betraying little emotion.

Only then did Yue Guan reveal a trace of his usual smile. He bowed slightly. "Your Highness flatters us. We merely listened to Elder She's advice and did not join in that excitement."

Ghost gave a slight nod.

Qian Renxue said, "Suppress this matter for now. At the very least, do not let the public panic."

"However, the Clear Sky Sect will certainly make a move, and Canghai City will become the focus of many people's attention."

"This is also why I came to see you today, Miss," She Long said. "Zhou Qiubai and Yang Guyun are no longer unknown figures in the martial world. After last night, every move they make will be watched by every major faction. If we do not make preparations early, we will become extremely passive in the future."

Qian Renxue fell silent again before suddenly saying, "I intend to invite Zhou Qiubai to a palace banquet