Chapter 622 Never Come Back

There was probably no emperor in this world who was as special as Yuwen Nan Jing.

When she ascended to the throne, the drought and snow that had plagued the people of Great Zhou for more than ten years suddenly came to a halt. For the first time in more than ten years, the people who had seen a bumper harvest were grateful to Yuwen Nanjing, and there was even no lack of people who respected him as an emperor for thousands of years.

However, this was probably the case with everything in this world. The higher the applause, the heavier the fall.

After she cut back the border finance and hired the notorious Zhu Xian again, the guards of the border were in an extremely miserable state, causing Zhu Xian in the Imperial Court to turn the world upside down. Someone was unlucky, so he naturally had to think of a way to do something. As a result, some rumors of slandering Yuwen Nan Jing began to spread wildly throughout the Great Zhou Empire. In addition, Zhu Xian's methods were indeed extremely bloody. Whether it was helping Yuwen Nan Jing eradicate dissidents or taking revenge on his own personal injustice, it was the same.

Soon after, Yuwen Nan Jing, who had been crowned Emperor of the Immemorial Era, had used up all the hopes that the kings and the people had for her in a short period of a year and a half. In the blink of an eye, he became the Yong Jun that everyone saw as Yuwen Luo. Because he had been given too much hope, the dissatisfaction of the people towards Yuwen Nanjing was even greater than that of Yuwen Luo.

On his way to Chang'an, Xu Han had heard about these things more than once.

But even so, whenever Xu Han heard such words, he couldn't help but frown. He was unable to connect the Yuwen Nanjing with the quiet and kind Qin Keqing.

Of course, apart from these grumbling rumors, Xu Han also heard something that made him even more worried.

For example, Prince Zhao Chu of Zhao, who was holding a hundred thousand halberds in his hand, had already arrived at the Immortal Realm a few days ago, and since then, he had rushed down south to Chang'an.

What he was going to do in Chang'an? Actually, most people with good intentions could guess a little. After all, the biggest victims of Yuwen Nanjing cutting the border's finances were Zhao Chu and Mu Qingshan. Therefore, when Zhao Chu arrived at the Immortal Dimension, it was no secret to most people why he went south. However, what he would do and to what extent was the topic of discussion for most spectators.

However, Xu Han was truly worried about more than Zhao Chu's move down south. What he was worried about was how long Zhao Chu had been trapped in the Half-step Immortal Realm for everyone to see, but why was he able to successfully break through this realm when Tiance Prefecture wanted to attack Yuwen Nanjing?

However, he hadn't had the chance to observe the Dragon Form of the Great Zhou before, nor was he sure if Zhao Chu's breakthrough realm was similar to those immortals of the Great Xia Empire, where immortals would appear and dragon qi would be devoured. However, if that was the case, then it meant that the power that had been troubling the Great Xia Imperial Court had begun to spread throughout the Great Zhou Empire.

Knowing the urgency of the situation, Xu Han quickened his pace to Chang'an.

On the morning of the second day, after a few days of running without sleep, Xu Han finally saw the scene of Chang'an City's city walls.

From afar, Xu Han discovered that today's Chang'an City seemed to be somewhat different. Apart from the death of the Old Shepherd King and the encirclement of Big Yellow City, Chang'an City had never seen such a scene before. Although the city gate was open, it seemed that only people could enter and leave the city. Furthermore, those who entered the city would have to undergo strict interrogation by the guards.

There is a saying that if something unusual happens, it will give birth to a monster.

Xu Han naturally recalled Qin Keqing's situation at this moment. He raised his head and looked into the depths of Chang'an City, only to see that in the direction of the Pu Tian Palace, there was still a scarlet dragon in the sky. Although this Dragon Prime Minister's aura was much weaker than when he left Chang'an City, it could still be considered solid. From this, it could be seen that Qin Keqing was fine for a short period of time.

Of course, Xu Han could not wait for something to happen to Qin Keqing before he attacked. He was only slightly at ease, and then his eyes narrowed as he flew towards Chang'an City in the distance.

However, at this moment, the sound of horse hooves suddenly came from behind him.

…

Ye Chengtai's mood wasn't too good lately, or rather, he had been in a bad mood ever since his daughter resigned as the Tian Ce Mansion 's Manor Master and disappeared without a trace.

Of course, it was a bit inappropriate to say that he didn't know where he was. That was just an external statement.

As for Ye Chengtai, who knew his daughter's temperament, he knew where Ye Hongjian had gone.

For this reason, he looked at Chang'an City, which was already very close to him, and then turned his head to look at the two prison carriages escorted by dozens of soldiers. His eyebrows turned cold as he looked at the person in the prison carriage.

"Stop." His hand suddenly stretched out, and many soldiers suddenly stopped. They all looked at Ye Chengtai, most of them puzzled. Seeing that the trip had finally come to an end, Chang'an was right in front of them, but why did Ye Chengtai tell them to stop?

However, Ye Chengtai ignored the doubts in the hearts of the soldiers. He walked to the front of the two carriages and looked at the two people in the carriages with a gloomy expression. Then he said coldly, "You guys go ahead and wait. I have some private matters to discuss with these two."

When he said this, the surrounding soldiers were stunned again. A deputy general quickly walked to Ye Chengtai's side and whispered in his ear, " Marquis , these two are the people Mr. Lu called for, Marquis ."

Hearing this, Ye Chengtai coldly glanced at the man and said, "I have my own limits."

The lieutenant general clearly understood why Ye Chengtai was worried. He didn't dare to say anything else and could only lower his head and lead the soldiers to retreat.

Seeing the other party leave, Ye Chengtai turned to look at the two people on the prison carriage.

"Sect Leader Song … Brother Ning …" His gaze swept across the two of them, only to see that their faces were pale and ragged, and they were clearly injured.

One of the white-browed elders looked up at Ye Chengtai and asked, "What advice does the Marquis have?"

"Do you know why I have to keep you alive and escort you to Chang'an?" Ye Chengtai did not respond to Ning Zhumang's question and asked instead.

This is indeed a good question.

A month ago, the reorganized Longevity Division's Azure Dragon Army was led by a new young man to the Linglong Pavilion's entrance.

Fifty thousand Azure Dragon Army cavalry were in full swing, and the self-proclaimed young commander Tong Yue's cultivation was also astonishing. He was overwhelming, and the object of his desire was the Heaven Punishing Sword in Song Yueming's hand.

The Linglong Pavilion only had a group of young disciples as well as Song Yueming and Ning Zhumang. Facing the fifty thousand Azure Dragon Army's encirclement and suppression, they fought bloody battles for several days.

The Linglong Pavilion, which had just experienced the Silicon Void Rebellion, had lost nearly ten thousand heads of the Azure Dragon Army under Ning Zhumang and Song Yueming's tough attitude. The Linglong Pavilion was also on the verge of extermination. Only Ning Zhumang and Song Yueming were captured alive, and the rest of the disciples died in battle.

However, strangely enough, Tong Yue left behind the lives of Song Yueming and Ning Zhumang. After sealing off their cultivation with a strange medicinal pill, he sent Ye Chengtai to escort the two back to Chang'an. As for the Heavenly Punishment Sword, it was taken away by Tong Yue early.

" Marquis Ye was at least a charging general under the Old Shepherd King back then. If you have anything to say, just say it directly. Why do you have to hide it as a daughter?" Before Ning Zhumang could reply, Song Yueming, who had messy hair but still had a cold expression, spoke up.

When Ye Chengtai heard this ridicule, his face did not reveal much anger. His gaze fell on Song Yueming. He smiled and said, "The young hero of Headmaster Song carried the entire Exquisite Pavilion with one shoulder. The heroic appearance of fighting alone in Sikong Bai that day is still vivid in his mind."

" Marquis praises me absurdly." Facing Ye Chengtai's sincere words, Song Yueming only replied coldly. From the looks of it, she did not have the slightest bit of consciousness as a prisoner.

"Haha." Ye Chengtai smiled, but he still did not show any anger.

"Sect Leader Song is naturally resolute, but I wonder if Madam Xia and Young Master, who are already on their way here, can also have the courage of Sect Leader Song."

When Ye Chengtai said those words, Song Yueming's expression instantly changed. His eyes were suddenly wide open and bloodshot in his eyes. He shook his body vigorously, wanting to break free from the prison cart that trapped him, but Song Yueming, who had already arrived at the Great Evolution Realm, was unable to exert any strength due to the effects of the strange medicine.

Looking at the ferocious Song Yueming, Ye Chengtai said again, "To be honest, Madam Xia's Moon Lake Cave was also destroyed by another Azure Dragon Army commander a few days ago. At this moment, Sect Leader Xia, Madam Xia, and Young Master Xia are estimated to have arrived in Chang'an. If Sect Leader Song is interested, I can arrange for Song's family to meet him."

Before the Azure Dragon Army surrounded the Linglong Pavilion, Song Yueming had been alert and sent his wife and children to the Moon Lake Cave where his father-in-law, Xia Lincheng, was located, but he did not want to be unable to escape this calamity.

As matters stood, Song Yueming gradually calmed down. He looked at Ye Chengtai and asked in a gloomy tone, "Tell me, what exactly do you want?"

"Great Zhou's sect has been encircled or subdued in this month. A large number of experts from the Great Evolution Realm have been sent to Chang'an City. What they want to do … What they can do is not something I can know." Ye Chengtai said in a deep voice, but he changed the topic and asked, "However, I have a fact that I want to ask Headmaster Song."

At this moment, Linglong Pavilion was destroyed and Qier was arrested. Song Yueming was completely disappointed. He glanced at Ye Chengtai but did not respond to his question.

"Before the little girl left for Chang'an, I met you once. I think Headmaster Song should know where she went, right?" Ye Chengtai didn't seem to be able to see Song Yueming's current state of mind. He still asked his own question.

Naturally, the response he could get was obvious. Song Yueming lowered his head and remained silent, while Ning Zhumang remained silent.

"Did you go find Xu Han?" Ye Chengtai asked again.

Song Yueming's brows slightly twitched on his low head, but he was still silent.

"Headmaster Song didn't say anything, did he?" The corner of Ye Chengtai's mouth curled into a smile. Xu Han's not dead was nothing to Ye Chengtai and the others in power. After all, Xu Han had caused such a big commotion in Great Xia. Whether it was the scouts they had planted in Great Xia or the traveling merchants who traveled to and from Zhou Kingdom of Xia, they had all sent this news back to Great Zhou. It was not difficult for Ye Chengtai to come up with such a guess.

After Ye Chengtai finished speaking, he saw that Song Yueming and Ning Zhumang still had no intention of replying. His eyes turned cold, and the sword on his waist was pulled out at that moment. Then, he raised it high up.

Xu Han, who had long been attracted by the footsteps of many soldiers, hid in the distance. When he saw this scene, his eyes immediately shone as he was about to kill.

But at this moment, Ye Chengtai's sword suddenly descended…

He cut off the chariot that trapped Song Yueming and Ning Zhumang.

Xu Han's heart trembled. Then, he hurriedly stopped in his tracks. At this moment, Ye Chengtai bowed deeply to Song Yueming and Ning Zhumang, who also had astonished expressions, and said, "Since the two of you didn't say anything, then please hide it forever."

"If possible, please bring a message to the little girl."

"Let her and that brat … never return to Great Zhou again!"

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