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On the morning of the third day after the Martial Competition, Jiang Feng woke up early and "dressed" himself up. He put on a new set of white clothes and combed his hair into a bun, then carefully looked at himself in the bronze mirror for a long time. After he did not find anything wrong, he slowly lifted the cold iron and silver spear on the table and gently wiped it. The window opened, letting in a few rays of sunlight. When the sunlight shone on the silver spear, it reflected a bright silver light. Jiang Feng slowly closed his eyes and couldn't help but sigh as he recalled every martial arts match these days. He took a deep breath and his entire person suddenly became spirited. Today's dressing should be the most handsome time since he went down the mountain.

"My hero, Jiang Feng, have you done it yet? I'm going to come in! " A man with a helpless expression pushed open the door and said. Jiang Feng looked at him and smiled, then asked, "How is it?" It's not a disgrace to be dressed like this, is it? " The man looked at Jiang Feng and couldn't help but exclaim in surprise. He said, "In my opinion, you don't seem like you're going to meet the current emperor. Rather, it's more like you're going for a blind date." Jiang Feng spat and said, "Cut the crap." So that person was the "Exquisite Hand" Wang Yi Xin. He sighed softly and said, "Ai, if I could have such a good opportunity to wear such handsome clothes one day, how great would it be to see such a grand character!" Jiang Feng patted his shoulder and comforted him, "Don't worry, there will be opportunities in the future. Don't be discouraged." Wang Yi Xin pushed his hand away and said, "Stop standing here and speaking nonsense!" After Jiang Feng poured a cup of tea and drank it, a refreshing feeling spread throughout his entire body. He walked to the bed, picked up his bag, and smiled. "Whatever you say, I'm leaving now." Wang Yi Xin nodded and said, "Alright, I'll send you downstairs."

Just as the two of them walked out of the inn, four people dressed in imperial guards' clothing rode their large horses towards them. The two people behind them were obviously Yan Kuo and Xu Yuan. It seemed that Jiang Feng was the last one invited. Jiang Feng hurriedly straightened his clothes and waited for them to arrive.

The guard in the lead dismounted and walked over to ask, "May I ask if you are the champion of this year's Martial Arts Competition, contestant No.49 — — Jiang Feng?" Jiang Feng cupped his hands in salute and respectfully said: "Yes, I am!" He took out a wooden tablet with the number 49 engraved on it and handed it over to the head guard, indicating his identity. After confirming that there were no mistakes, the leader of the guards said, "Take your weapons and a few coils before you leave with us." Jiang Feng nodded and said, "Okay, please wait for a moment. I will pass the burden to my friend for safekeeping." The head guard nodded his head. Jiang Feng turned around and walked into the Elegant Lair Inn.

He solemnly handed his bag over to Wang Yi Xin and said, "I'll leave my bag here with you for now. If I find anything that's missing when I return, you should know what the consequences will be, right?" Wang Yi Xin looked at Jiang Feng with disdain as he said, "Tch, forget it. Just let me go and you can be at ease." "If I want to covet a burden from you, you will pester me and chase me down for the rest of my life. I have never done anything that would make me lose money." Jiang Feng laughed out loud and said, "Good, then I'll go with them to see the Emperor. We'll meet again in the future!" Wang Yi Xin saw him out and suddenly thought of something as he said, "Jiang Feng, be careful along the way. Take care!" Jiang Feng was stunned for a moment. He turned his head and waved his hand, making a gesture of farewell.

The head guard took a brown horse and handed the reins to Jiang Feng. "This yellow maned horse is for you. We will set off immediately so that the emperor won't be in a rush." Jiang Feng tied the Frost Iron Spear to his back and then leaped onto the Yellow Maned Horse. He, Yan Kuo, and Xu Yuan followed the four guards and rode towards the entrance of the Imperial City.

On the way, all the citizens made way for them, praising and congratulating them. Since the last intense battle between Jiang Feng and Xu Yuan, it could be said that they had become friends without a fight. Now, they took the opportunity to chat for a while. "In that case, Du Shaoyang, Taoist Great Void, and Li Qingshuang departed from the capital the day after the Martial Arts Conference and returned to the Clear Void Sect in Henan Province."

Wang Yi Xin sent Jiang Feng and the others off with his eyes. He was just about to return to his room to pack up Jiang Feng's bags and then rest. At this moment, a purple-clothed girl walked into the inn. She called out to Wang Yi Xin, "Brother Wang, please stay. Has Mister Jiang left?" When Wang Yi Xin heard this sweet voice, he turned around and saw Fang Xinyao. Smiling, he said, "Oh, so it's Lady Fang. You came late. Jiang Feng was just picked up by a few imperial court guards." Fang Xinyao was slightly depressed, and softly sighed, "Really?" Sigh, I originally wanted to send Young Master Jiang off, but I came too late. " She laughed bitterly again. Suddenly, Wang Yi Xin remembered something as he said, "Oh, right. Miss Fang, Jiang Feng told me something last night that he wants to tell you face to face." Fang Xinyao asked doubtfully, "Oh?" What is it? " Wang Yi Xin said word by word, "He said 'I will remember that matter'. That's all. As for what it was, he didn't say it." When Fang Xinyao heard this, she naturally understood. She slowly nodded and said, "Okay, I understand. Thank you!" "Since Young Master Jiang has already left, I will take my leave first." Wang Yixin saw this mysterious situation. Originally, he had been curious enough to ask him to investigate until the end, but he was afraid that Jiang Feng and Fang Xinyao would be unhappy, so he gave up and said: "Since that's the case, then Lady Fang, please take care."

After some effort, Jiang Feng and the others finally arrived at the majestic and grand entrance of the Imperial City. At this moment, a dignified looking man, dressed in the robes of a tiger and leopard, was seen riding over. The four guards who were there to welcome the contestants quickly dismounted. Seeing this, Jiang Feng, Yan Kuo, and Xu Yuan had no choice but to dismount as well. The head guard respectfully lowered his head and said, "This lowly subordinate pays his respects to Lord Lu." A trace of righteousness was emitted from that person's square face between his brows. The four words tall and mighty were extremely suitable to be used on him. The middle-aged man who was addressed as Master Lu asked with a strong voice: "Are these three the top three participants of this year's Martial Conference?" The head guard lowered his head and replied, "Reporting to Lord Lu, it's these three people." When Xu Yuan saw this scene, he did not dare to be rash. He whispered to Jiang Feng, "Hey, Jiang Feng, look at these people. Their attitudes towards us and towards Lord Lu are completely different!" Jiang Feng did not say anything and only smiled helplessly. However, he thought to himself: "Of course, but who exactly is this Lord Lu?" From the looks of it, he was at most in his prime. However, his status in the imperial court was not low at all. Lord Shi Lu's words broke Jiang Feng's train of thought. He loudly said, "The four of you should return to the palace to rest. I will personally take these three people with me." The four guards replied in unison, "Yes, this subordinate understands!" The four guards immediately mounted their horses and entered the imperial city. Xu Yuan could not help but ask, "Master Lu, aren't we going to see the current emperor? Why aren't you letting us in when we're already at the door? Where are you taking us again? " These words were also the same question that Jiang Feng and Yan Kuo were thinking. However, the two of them were more experienced than Elder Xu and would not act so rashly. Lord Lu's face was filled with the word 'strict' as he sternly shouted, "Don't be so long-winded. The three of you, follow me on the horse. I will naturally bring you to see the emperor." When he spoke of the emperor, he cupped his hands over his head to show his reverence for him. Lord Lu galloped towards the north gate. Xu Yuan brought about his own embarrassment and remained silent. Together with Yan Kuo and Jiang Feng, he chased after Lord Lu.

On the way, Yan Kuo suddenly opened his mouth and said to Xu Yuan, "This child is too rude. Do you know who Lord Lu is?" Xu Yuan's expression changed and he angrily said, "Icy face, how many times have I told you not to call me child? Who is he and what does it have to do with me? Hmph!" Jiang Feng was quite curious, so he took over and asked: "Big Brother Yan, may I ask if you know this Lu Da? No, I should say you have met him before." Xu Yuan's anger slowly faded and he asked, "What? Have you really seen him before? What's the meaning of this? " Yan Kuo did not look at him and said, "This Lord Lu is one of the top hunters in the capital ten years ago." Jiang Feng was surprised and asked, "What?" You're saying that he was arrested ten years ago? Could it be him? " Yan Kuo slightly nodded his head and said, "To think that even you have heard of his name."

What about later?

And then we'll see how it breaks down in the next round.