Yan State.

Murong Mansion.

Deep in the backyard, in a dim and secluded secret chamber, a majestic figure could barely be seen sitting cross-legged, motionless, like a stone statue.

At this moment, subtle footsteps came from behind the 'stone statue.'

Subsequently, the person behind whispered a few words.

"Hmm?"

Suddenly, two rays of light appeared in the secret chamber!

The 'stone statue' seemed to come alive, opening its eyes, illuminating the dark room.

"Is this true?"

The 'stone statue' asked.

The person behind nodded and said another sentence.

"Leave now."

The 'stone statue' responded, slowly stood up, and pushed the door open to leave.

It was midday, and the sunlight poured over the entrance of the secret chamber, casting the shadow of a tall, imposing figure.

This was an elderly man, standing Hasshaku tall, with a majestic demeanor, thick eyebrows, a square face, a bristly beard like a halberd, eyes like torches, and an aura brimming with boundless power!

Suddenly!

The old man's body emitted a series of crackling sounds, his muscles and bones resounding in unison.

The next moment, the old man's facial muscles and bones squirmed, his appearance drastically changed, shrinking into a short, emaciated figure, his eyes becoming somewhat cloudy, obscuring the light.

The old man came before a Copper Mirror, examining himself carefully, seemingly quite pleased.

Then, his figure flashed, disappearing into the backyard like a ghost.

Meanwhile.

In the living room of the front courtyard, Murong Mansion had just sent off several guests from Bingzhou City.

"What!"

At this moment, a young lady of the Murong family stormed in angrily, her face alternating between green and purple, fists clenched, biting her silver teeth, and said, "Steward Liu, I heard someone is impersonating me?"

The young lady was dressed in a white gauze dress, red ribbons fluttering, her appearance extraordinary, with delicate and beautiful features, her face like jade, eyes clear and bright.

Even in anger, she appeared quite adorable.

An elderly steward of the Murong family quickly stepped forward to comfort her: "Miss, please calm down. Both the Governor of Bingzhou and Patriarch Dugu have met you and surely know it wasn't your doing."

"Of course!"

The young lady said angrily, "I've been at home cultivating this entire time, never leaving Yan State City, how could it possibly be me!"

Steward Liu said, "Currently, a Sea Arrest Document has been issued throughout Bingzhou, wanted those two Nanxia people among them, and your name was included. The Governor of Bingzhou sent people here, hoping you wouldn't misunderstand."

The young lady asked, "What crime did that Murong Haitang commit?"

Steward Liu replied, "It's said they conspired with the Jade Flute Fairy from Nanxia and others, plotting against the Observatory Master of Profound Celestial Temple, and also killed the Captains of Cyan Dragon Bureau and White Tiger Bureau, as well as the City Defense Army Guard and the Cavalry Captain, committing a heinous crime with extremely severe consequences."

"Well, well, well!"

The young lady, extremely upset, laughed coldly, "What a cunning thief, daring to impersonate my name and commit all these crimes."

Steward Liu said, "Don't worry, Miss. As long as these four remain within Bingzhou borders, they can't hide for long."

The young lady pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked, "That Murong Haitang... hmm, what does he look like?"

Borrowing my name to do evil is one thing, but if he looks terrible, wouldn't that tarnish my reputation, which is entirely unacceptable!

Steward Liu hesitated for a moment, "Probably not too bad, I heard he's quite young, but..."

"But what?"

The young lady pursued.

Steward Liu said, "But that Murong Haitang is a man..."

"What!"

The young lady erupted in rage.

What a cunning thief, truly ruining my reputation!

I, Murong Haitang, have yet to make my mark in Jianghu, to show my face, and now I'm burdened with such a notorious name.

Moreover, being transformed into a man's identity, how can this be endured!

"Bring me my spear!"

Murong Haitang said angrily, "I'm heading to Bingzhou City right now to find that thief and personally pierce him through!"

No, I should poke dozens of holes in him to truly assuage the hatred in my heart!

Murong Haitang thought to herself.

Steward Liu quickly advised, "Miss, don't be impulsive. Bingzhou is full of people hunting the culprits, and the Jianghu people hiding in the shadows are fleeing like startled birds. Everything's in chaos in Bingzhou; you mustn't risk yourself."

"No worries, I can take care of myself."

Murong Haitang insisted on leaving, "Senior Brother Ming can travel alone, why can't I?"

Just as Steward Liu was about to advise further, a voice suddenly echoed in his ears.

This voice was only audible to him; Murong Haitang was completely unaware.

Steward Liu shivered slightly, no longer persuading her.

With such protection, Murong Haitang's safety was certainly assured.

Murong Haitang, in the heat of her anger, moved with lightning speed, quickly packed her bags, grabbed her spear, and left Murong Mansion, heading west.

Shortly after she left Murong Mansion, a short, emaciated old man followed her from a distance.

...

Yongzhou.

Changsun Mansion.

"What?"

Changsun Jing's expression changed sharply, brows furrowed deeply.

As the patriarch of the Changsun Clan, a Second Grade expert, few things could make him change color as they did now.

At this moment, sitting by his side was the Governor of Yongzhou, his younger brother, Changsun Liren.

Changsun Jing seemed still in disbelief and asked again: "You're saying that among the four people currently wanted throughout Bingzhou City, one is Ming'Er?"

"Indeed."

The Governor of Yongzhou nodded, "Among the four, the one using the pseudonym Changsun Jingren is Ming'Er."

"Hmm, a flash in the pan, this kid is really foolish!"

Changsun Jing sneered slightly, unable to resist saying, "Even using an alias, he didn't think to change his surname? Just hearing it, others could easily associate it with him."

The Governor of Yongzhou said seriously, "This matter is very serious. Not only was the Observatory Master of Profound Celestial Temple killed, but the Captains of Cyan Dragon Bureau and White Tiger Bureau have died too."

"Moreover, everyone is saying they've colluded with people from Nanxia, with inside help. Such charges are immense."

Changsun Jing's expression grew cold as he slammed the table, "Both bureau captains were Fourth Grade, and Ming'Er hasn't even cultivated Inner Qi. How could he have possibly killed the captains of both bureaus?"

"Moreover, Ming'Er wouldn't possibly collude with people from Nanxia!"

The Governor of Yongzhou sighed, "It's no use for us to believe in Ming'Er. The Profound Celestial Temple, White Tiger Bureau, Cyan Dragon Bureau, and Bingzhou Prefecture need to believe it as well."

Changsun Jing smiled faintly, said coldly, "And what kind of person is this so-called Observatory Master Meng Qi? She thought no one knew?"

"Posing as a Ghost Mother, harming so many, she deserved her fate!"

Changsun Jing took a deep breath, pondered for a moment, and asked, "Where is Ming'Er now?"

"It's still unclear."

The Governor of Yongzhou replied, "After they escaped Bingzhou City, they lost their tracks, but we should locate them soon."

"What do you plan to do?"

Changsun Jing asked.

The Governor of Yongzhou said, "I think it's best to bring Ming'Er back before Bingzhou Prefecture finds him."

"Understood."

Changsun Jing nodded, "I'll take a group and head to Bingzhou personally."

The Governor of Yongzhou suddenly said, "By the way, I heard that the Profound Celestial Temple in Capital City and the Yuwen Family are also taking action."

"Oh?"

Changsun Jing frowned slightly, "Have a few young, inexperienced rascals actually alarmed the Capital City?"

The two exchanged a glance, sensing that something was amiss.

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