He didn't dare claim the top position, but hiding in the Netherworld to ensure Mulan Qingqing's survival is definitely possible. Li Hongjiu is the precedent; if he's knocked out, he can just take a nap in the Netherworld.

Basically, he wants to get out first, and if things really don't work out, he'll just hide in the Netherworld, not coming back out. At worst, he'll do as Wu Jinliang said, popping out to steal or rob when needed—can you bite me?

He was fed up with the Life Prison and vowed never to return as long as he got out. He agreed wholeheartedly, not wanting to miss the chance to escape.

So, not only was his tone fierce, but even the look in his eyes behind his dirty, disheveled hair was resolute. Afraid that others wouldn't notice his determined gaze, he raised a hand to brush his hair, wanting to convey that he could surely do it, and he can definitely protect your daughter!

Mulan Jin sneered, "The Battle of Great Pardon isn't like those you've been through before. It's the true killing field of the Cultivation World!"

His intention was to remind the other party not to take it lightly.

However, Shi Chun only wanted to express his stance madly, wanting to get himself out first. He resolutely slapped the railing, saying: "My blade is not weak either!"

Mulan Jin didn't want to argue more with him; someone at his level finds it childish when people make such full boasts. He responded lightly: "Alright, we'll do as you say. If you can't do it, I'll chop you up and feed you to the dogs."

He turned and left after speaking.

"Commander." Shi Chun hurriedly extended his arm to stop him.

Mulan Jin turned back to look at him, waiting for what he had to say next.

Shi Chun smiled obsequiously, "Commander, I have one more request. It genuinely concerns your beloved's safety; I sincerely hope you will grant it."

Hearing it concerned his daughter's safety, Mulan Jin immediately turned back and asked, "What is it?"

Shi Chun chuckled dryly, "It's like this: one person's abilities are ultimately limited. As the saying goes, a hero needs three helpers. Actually, I also have handy collaborators—Wu Jinliang, whom I'm sure Commander has heard of. The problem now is Life Prison is also after him. Since Commander can get me out of Life Prison, can you also have them spare Wu Jinliang? Losing a capable aide means losing thoughtful cooperation, which is a significant difference."

His eyes were full of expectations.

Mulan Jin stared coldly at him, feeling something was off—was it a delusion? This wretch seemed not at all afraid of the 'Battle of Great Pardon', which everyone avoided.

Was it just because he desperately wanted to escape the cage, bluffing to get out first?

Yet he could still clearly think about rescuing his accomplice.

Having caught and interrogated many people, he had a sharp insight into certain aspects.

"Does his cultivation qualify him to participate?"

"Preparations are very critical at the early stage. I don't fight battles without assurance!"

"I'll see what I can do." Mulan Jin raised his hand, pulling up his hood, threw the words behind him, and turned to leave.

After hearing the distant sound of the iron door closing outside, Shi Chun immediately paced rapidly within the cage like an ant on a hot pan, fearing it was all for naught, occasionally pinching himself to repeatedly confirm he wasn't dreaming.

Having been confined for so long, sometimes it's hard to tell whether he's in an illusion or reality...

In the city loft, Du Huoguan, behind the window, watched Mulan Jin entering and exiting the prison, hands clasped behind his back.

What is control? It means on your territory, you can make known as much as you want and ensure nothing unwanted leaks to outsiders. Du Huoguan had been mastering Zhixu City for many years...

At the Bowan Building in Zhixu City, Tan, who handled daily affairs, rushed upstairs and whispered before Lan Qiaoyan, who was examining accounts, "The Xuanji Token Master sneaked into Zhixu City, and quietly entered the prison."

Lan Qiaoyan was startled, slowly putting down the ledger, puzzled: "What's he here for, entering the prison? Aside from Shi Chun, the others seemingly have no ties with him."

Speaking of which, Mulan Jin, her, and her husband were from the same faction, all people of the Heavenly Court, or in other words, part of the same group, just managing different matters.

Precisely because they were on the same side, they could sometimes know internal news earlier than others. Tan tried reminding her, "Wasn't it mentioned that his daughter Mulan Qingqing registered to participate in the 'Battle of Great Pardon'?"

"Yeah, despite being in East Victory, she signed up here at the Heavenly Court. Old Miao and I discussed this the other day; it's already stirred quite a commotion internally..." Lan Qiaoyan was just following up with a sentence, then suddenly halted, abruptly standing up, turning to look out towards the inner city walls, seeming to realize something, showing an amazed expression: "Could it be Shi Chun? Could he have a way to get Shi Chun out?"

Tan intended to remind her of this, nodding: "I think it's nine out of ten. As you said, the others in prison are either suppressed old monsters or too naive, unrelated to the Xuanji Token Master. The 'Battle of Great Pardon' is a bloody battlefield. Shi Chun, back at East Nine Plain, had honed the skills to fight effectively. Wherever he went after getting out, no matter how strong the opponent, he always held the upper hand. If he hadn't turned himself in, even the East Victory Royal Court couldn't catch him after much fuss. Pulling him out to protect his daughter fits perfectly. As for accomplishments, the Xuanji Token Master probably doesn't care about them."

Lan Qiaoyan considered and said, "It's possible, so Shi Chun could be rescued?"

Tan slightly bowed and said, "With the Xuanji Token Master's character, if he weren't confident, he probably wouldn't have personally made this trip."

Lan Qiaoyan left the desk, stepped to the window sighing, "That girl is quite sweet, suddenly doing such a willful act; it seems she indeed pressured Mulan Jin somewhat. Otherwise, he wouldn't reach into Life Prison. However, in the 'Battle of Great Pardon', Shi Chun might not be able to protect himself, so how can he protect others…"

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