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After sending Luo Qing into the palace for some unknown reason, he went to the Emerald Smoke Pavilion to rest. Meanwhile, Qiao Qiao was waiting for nightfall to arrive and investigate the Xi Mansion.

Even Yan Mo Chen wanted to abandon this old fellow. It seemed that he wanted to get rid of this old man as soon as possible so that he would not fall into trouble in the future.

Qiao Qiao changed into a set of capable night clothes and spoke a few words with Meng Shi of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, instructing him to stand guard at the Palace before he left by himself along with the eaves.

Ever since he had gone to the Luo Residence with Nie Fen, she had ordered Xiyue to find a map of the country of Qiao to study it. Currently, she was already familiar with the entire capital; after all, she had returned to her old business.

Joe still carefully lifted the tiles from the roof, and the light from the house slanted out, making her blink slightly and look inside.

As expected, the Grand Commandant was sitting on a high chair in the room with a thoughtful look on his face. Next to him was the newly appointed steward of the Xi Mansion, who seemed to have a shrewd and cunning look on his face.

"Lord, this Xi Zhaoyi died suddenly in the harem, you …"

Just as the butler opened his mouth, he was stopped by Grand Commandant Xi's outstretched hand.

"Xiangyang's sudden death is probably a lesson given to us by the emperor. However, this is not the matter that has troubled this official."

"What worries the lord is …"

"The higher-ups will send someone here tonight to give me new information." The Grand Commandant's face turned grave.

"This is a good thing, my lord. A few days ago you were troubled over the fact that the authorities have yet to issue a new mission, but now it seems that they still value you." Steward Xi said happily.

"I thought not." The Grand Commandant waved his hand, wanting to say something but hesitating, "Forget it, you go and arrange the reception first, remember to bring in some people who are quick with hands and feet and have a clean background. Now that you're at the forefront, do not let anyone catch you red-handed."

"Yes, this old servant will definitely accomplish this task." The steward of the Xi Family bowed and left.

It was unexpected that this old fellow was still so careful when doing things. No wonder the master above him did not give up so easily. It was just that this person was not useful to her. In her eyes, he was still a useless person!

"Shua shua shua ~" Qiao Qiao could still hear the Xi Residence strengthening their guards as she hid herself. She must stay here to see who was receiving them and the person behind the Grand Commandant would appear tonight.

"Creak ~" The door opened with a light sound, but Qiao Qiao's eyes were still focused on the person who came with a black cloak covering his face, making it hard to see his face.

"Master Demon, you're here." The Grand Commandant was hunched over with a very respectful look.

The masked man in black did not say anything. He abruptly raised his head and shot a cold gaze in the direction of Joe's roof.

Joe was still surprised. Had she been discovered? This pair of cold eyes caused her body to shiver even through the veil.

"Seems like the room is not clean." The black-clothed masked man's words had a hidden meaning. His gaze was still on the direction where Qiao Qiao was waiting. A faint smile appeared on his face as he sent a silver needle flying towards the roof with a flip of his hand.

The Grand Commandant's face tightened as he followed her gaze. He really didn't expect that someone would take advantage of his caution.

"Someone, come!" Xi Tai Ming shouted.

"Ah!" The masked man in black waved his hand, "No need, he has already left."

Fortunately, the lord found him in time, and it was truly a shock without danger, "This is all my fault for not keeping a strict watch, please forgive me."

"Xi Taiwen, be careful. If you screw up Master's plan, you'll be in trouble!" The masked man in black gritted his teeth and said.

"Yes, yes, yes." Xi Tai Ming's face was full of awkwardness as he bowed and tried to curry favor with Ye Zichen.

"Why did you kidnap me!" Qiao Qiao was still being carried through the beams of the house like a little chick.

"If I don't kidnap you, you might never have the strength to yell at this sovereign again!" The strength in his hands increased as he grabbed hold of Qiao Qiao's collar and spoke coldly, heading west.

"Where are you taking me!" Qiao Qiao still looked at the technique that was flying in the air and couldn't help but sigh. Qing Gong was indeed a good thing. Otherwise, if she was discovered just now, she really wouldn't know how to escape.

"Go back to where you belong." The assassin said calmly.

"I finally discovered their secret and left just like that. In the future, Grand Commandant Xi's guard will definitely be even more cautious. It won't be that easy to pry again!" Qiao Qiao still bared his fangs and brandished his claws as he spoke in a flustered and exasperated tone.

His fingers relaxed and Joe fell to the ground.

"Then go back." Nie Yan turned his body, his snow-white clothes fluttering in the wind.

"You're so unfeeling." Qiao Qiao still pursed her lips and pressed the collar that he had been lifting for a long time. She was not stupid. If she went back at this time, wouldn't she be sending herself to the door as a lamb waiting to be slaughtered?

"Today, the name of the person inside the Grand Commandant's house is Sprite. The Demon Lord has two of the most capable guards under his command, Chong Mei and Sprite, both of their martial arts are unfathomably profound." Nie Fen sighed.

"Someone from the Demon Palace?" No wonder with just a glance, he could easily discover her location. Qiao Qiao still put away the teasing and had a serious face, "Are you saying that Grand Commandant Xi is working for the Demon Palace?"

"The demons have personally come to help us, I am afraid that the things they are plotting, are not a small matter." He turned and stood with his hands behind his back.

"The Grand Commandant sure has a lot of guts. As the imperial court, he actually colluded with the Jianghu faction's devil palace!" cried Joe, still angry.

"Didn't you say that the Jianghu Sect and the Imperial Palace are mutually beneficial?" The Death God suddenly laughed.

With a single sentence, Qiao Qiao was still speechless.

She rolled her eyes. "No need to send me off!" Gu Ao said as he turned around and disappeared into the distance.