Against a backdrop of grandeur.
Ye Li's influence was now no different from that of Cao Ming, the Prefect of Cao Ming.
The group of Yao Xuan Envoy the order in unison, and then scattered like locusts, surging towards every corner of the Sword Sect.
"As for the evidence of the Demonic Seed," Ye Li looked at the silent Cao Ming again, tossed him a Jade Slip containing the corresponding coordinates, and said calmly:
"I'll Trouble you, Prefect, to personally go to the Forbidden Grounds to collect it."
"No Trouble." Cao Ming smiled as he accepted the Jade Slip, but instead of acting immediately, he carefully put it away.
He planned to wait until the very end to collect such evidence.
After all, this matter is of great importance. If they fail to gather evidence of the Sword Sect's mischief, then it will Trouble for Ye Li, and he might even lose his Official Robe.
This was definitely not what Cao Ming wanted.
Even if someone in the court wanted to take this opportunity to remove Ye Li from his position in the Nine Luminaries Division, he, as the Prefect of the Xianjing Continent, would be the first to stand up and oppose it!
As one of the few people who knew Ye Li's true abilities, he was fully aware of the terrifying potential the young man possessed.
In the future, they will possess the terrifying ability to overturn at least half of the Great Sheng Dynasty!
Therefore, even if no evidence is found in the Sword Sect's Forbidden Grounds, he will create evidence sufficient to warrant the execution of the Sword Sect, thus silencing those high-ranking officials!
Of course, this kind of thing is only suitable to be done when no one is around.
Cao Ming turned to look at the dark crack that ran through the mountain range, feeling the Buddhist aura emanating from the remaining lightning plasma, and couldn't help but feel a little uneasy.
He had already heard a brief report about the matters concerning Luoxia City from Baiyue.
He had temporarily put Ye Li out of his mind because he was concerned about Ye Li's safety, but now that the thoughts were rushing back to him, he was genuinely horrified.
Vajra Buddhist Disciple has died.
This matter will definitely shake the supreme beings of the Great Brahma Palace. Fortunately, I have already reported Ye Li's potential in detail to Eldest Princess Zhaoyang. As long as Ye Li can go to the Capital City to take up his post, he will be fine.
Cao Ming took a deep breath, composed himself, and slowly walked to Ye Li's side, whispering his instructions:
"General Ye, this matter is of great importance."
"I will give a vague report about what happened in Luoxia City."
"Although the two Buddhist Treasure of the Vajra Buddhist Disciple are extremely powerful, we should try to avoid using them in the future if possible."
The reason is quite simple.
Without clear evidence, the Dasheng Nine Luminaries Division cannot arbitrarily hold aristocratic Mountain Gate accountable. The Great Brahma Palace, One of the Four Extremes, lacks physical evidence and therefore cannot openly challenge Ye Li.
"Especially that [Nirvana Demon Subduing Pestle], its presence was truly immense."
His gaze swept across the dark abyss in the distance, and he couldn't help but add, "I will also embellish the story of the Sword Sect's Old Ancestor's death and use other means to cover it up."
I understand, I will definitely find an opportunity to use it... Ye Li nodded slightly and replied calmly:
"I see."
"Very good." Cao Ming finally showed a satisfied expression, gave a few more instructions, and then turned and headed towards the Rear Mountain of the Sword Sect.
He wanted to personally ensure that the "evidence" was foolproof.
"General Ye!"
Seeing that the matter was settled, Baiyue immediately approached, forcing a fairly genuine smile onto his handsome face, and tentatively asked:
"If there's nothing else going on, how about we head straight to the Capital City?"
Compared to the beginning, she was now much more respectful, and her tone was more urgent, as if she was afraid that Ye Li had other things to deal with.
Ye Li's gaze slowly swept over the chaotic Sword Sect.
With the death of Vajra Buddhist Disciple, the only black-level mission in the Xianjing Continent has come to an end.
While Longtan is dealing with the aftermath of the events in Luoxia City, Yushan needs to wrap up the Sword Sect's affairs. The Third Princess's maid has been running around helping him, so he should at least give her some response.
Both logically and emotionally, it's time to go and check out the situation elsewhere.
"Let's go." He finally nodded in agreement.
Baiyue felt as if he had been granted a pardon and immediately activated the Treasured Artifacts. Before long, two Imperial Palace attendants piloted a Star Skiff even larger than the Dragon Star Skiff Raft, which broke through the air and slowly descended.
After giving a brief explanation to everyone present once again.
Ye Li turned and boarded the royal Gilded Star Raft.
Just then, Cao Ming's excited voice suddenly rang out from afar. "General Ye, wait a moment! There's some incredibly good news!"
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound.
Cao Ming moved with lightning speed, swiftly returning from the Forbidden Grounds, his eyes brimming with barely suppressed excitement, and arrived before them in an instant.
He stepped onto the Star Skiff, handed a uniquely shaped Dragon Pattern Jade Talisman with dragon patterns directly to Ye Li, and said with a smile:
"This is an imperial edict personally issued by Her Eldest Princess, who instructed me to deliver it to the General immediately!"
Ye Li raised an eyebrow slightly and gently stroked the jade talisman, which had a warm texture and contained the Jade Talisman of Imperial Aura.
He then channeled his Magic Power into it, and a majestic and clear female voice emanated directly from the Jade Talisman, resounding through the surrounding deathly silence:
Ye Li, a deputy commander of Longtan Grand Commandery, was promoted to the position of Deputy Commander of the Imperial Dragon Guard, a rank equivalent to that of a prefect! He was exceptionally promoted to the capital and granted a First-Class Residence there!
[In recognition of his outstanding achievement in winning the Jade Mountain championship, he is granted special permission to enter the [Great Sheng Heavenly Pavilion] to select Cultivation Method and martial arts skills! The necessary cultivation resources will be supplied by the Nine Luminaries Division Inner Treasury at three times the highest standard...]
The contents of the edict were exactly the same as those written by the Eldest Princess in the Wude Hall.
The words were brief, yet they resounded like thunder across the sky!
The surrounding Yao Xuan Envoy and even the two Imperial Palace attendants were all stunned, unable to believe their ears!
It should be understood that whether it's being promoted directly from a local position to a key post in the Capital City, or receiving authority and triple the resources from the [Great Sheng Heavenly Pavilion]... these are all incredibly tempting rewards that can drive people crazy!
Fortunately, it was Ye Li who received this reward! If it were anyone else, these Yushan Yao Xuan Envoy probably be so jealous they'd explode!
Cao Ming was naturally pleased to see this happen.
In his view, the Third Princess was nothing more than a vase with bloodline but no substance, and could hardly provide Ye Li with any decent help.
In contrast, the renowned Eldest Princess of the current dynasty possesses the ruthless methods necessary to truly help the young man before her!
"General Ye!"
Baiyue, who had been waiting quietly by his side, originally had a relaxed smile on his face after completing his mission. He was preparing to chat about everyday things on the Star Skiff in order to build rapport.
However, when Cao Ming handed her the Dragon Pattern Jade Talisman and uttered words like "Eldest Princess" and "Imperial Edict," the smile on her face instantly froze.
Upon hearing the voice emanating from the Jade Talisman, and the earth-shattering rewards bestowed upon them...
Baiyue's pretty face instantly turned ashen, and she could no longer maintain her composure.
She understood better than anyone what this edict meant!
This is by no means a simple reward, but rather a powerful and forceful poaching attempt by the Eldest Princess!
This is a complete and utter attempt to undermine Ye Li's cause; they've gone to great lengths to do so. They're determined to separate Ye Li from their Family Head's camp and bring him under their control!
"Prefect Cao! This... this imperial edict..." Baiyue was extremely anxious, her voice trembling slightly.
She looked anxiously at Ye Li, then at Cao Ming, unsure of what to do.
She desperately wanted to rush forward and refuse on Ye Li's behalf!
But she knew very well that she was not qualified; the weight of the Eldest Princess's decree was far beyond what a mere maid could resist!
For a moment, an overwhelming sense of crisis and panic almost overwhelmed her.
Our Family Head has gone to great lengths to win over such an extraordinary person, is he really going to let the Eldest Princess snatch him away with such grandeur?!
Seeing Baiyue's sudden change in expression, Cao Ming understood, but remained outwardly calm.
She simply reminded Ye Li, "General Ye, although this decree comes from Eldest Princess Zhaoyang, the appointment is from the Capital City and will not conflict with other rewards. You may accept it."
Ye Li's gaze lingered on the Dragon Pattern Jade Talisman for a moment, then swept over Baiyue, whose face was pale and who was extremely anxious, before finally landing on Cao Ming's meaningful face.
He is no longer the naive and ignorant idiot he once was.
At least one can clearly sense the surging undercurrents behind this edict, as well as Eldest Princess Zhaoyang's almost undisguised intention to recruit him.
If it were someone else, they might be conflicted, unsure of what to do, and might even feel a great sense of fear of being caught in a political vortex.
But it's different when it comes to Ye Li.
He has always welcomed such whirlpools without hesitation, only feeling a sense of anticipation as if a storm is brewing!
As for allies?
Whoever pleases him is his ally.
This has been true from beginning to end.
"Then thank you Eldest Princess."
Ye Li remained calm and casually put away the Jade Talisman, indicating that he was aware of and agreed to the matter.
Hearing his ambiguous response, Baiyue beside him became even more anxious, but dared not urge him any further. She could only bite her lower lip tightly, her eyes red as if they were about to bleed.
She wished she could sprout wings and fly back to the Capital City immediately to report the devastating news to her prince!
The only saving grace was that the two sides didn't get entangled for too long.
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Cao Ming bowed and took his leave, while also congratulating Ye Li on his promotion.
He had just stepped off the Star Skiff--
Buzz!!
Under Baiyue's control, the gilded Star Skiff instantly soared into the air, transforming into a streak of light and hurtling towards the capital of Capital City!