Wang Junze was somewhat silent.

There was no way around it; the amount of information revealed in Yin Guangling's words was truly overwhelming, enough to leave even Wang Junze momentarily puzzled.

However, one thing was certain: the Lord Chief harbored no malice toward him and could even be said to have a significant amount of goodwill.

Wang Junze naturally wouldn't become arrogant, thinking his talents were exceptional and his potential limitless, to the point where even the Lord Chief favored and actively attempted to recruit him; that would be a joke!

Under the Saint Realm, all are mere mortals.

Especially in the eyes of someone like the Director of the Judgment Department, his meager strength and talent meant nothing.

In other words, the attention on him was solely because he had utility in certain ways.

This might be related to Su Yuwei or the Profound Moon Sword Sect but probably had nothing to do with himself, at least... not yet.

Yin Guangling seemed to intentionally give Wang Junze some time to ponder, without rushing to speak, sipping his wine and eating his meal leisurely.

Not until Wang Junze regained his composure and focused his gaze on him did Yin Guangling softly say, "I just mentioned, you declined the Commandery Princess Changlin's offer to govern the Northern Domain, which means... you're planning to leave the Northern Domain?"

His heart skipped a beat; Wang Junze replied with feigned composure, "What do you mean, My Lord? I am a disciple of the Profound Moon Sword Sect, so can't I stay and cultivate at Profound Moon Mountain?"

"You brat, now you're starting to play tricks with me?"

Shaking his head with a smile, Yin Guangling leisurely said, "You have offended Prince Yu. Unless you decide to be confined with Zhou Dongfei at Profound Moon Mountain without stepping out of the sect, otherwise... the Profound Moon Sword Sect can't protect you."

"Moreover, if you were truly content with the status quo and agreed to the Commandery Princess' conditions to govern the Northern Domain, wouldn't that be a better choice?"

"Since you are reluctant to accept it, you clearly are not satisfied with merely reaching the Saint Realm in ten or twenty years, correct?"

"..."

Yin Guangling's insight was too sharp; Wang Junze hadn't revealed any of his thoughts, yet with just his refusal to take over the Northern Domain, Yin Guangling easily extrapolated the truth.

In fact, Wang Junze felt that perhaps Yin Guangling had also guessed his intent to prevent Su Yuwei's marriage with Prince Yu, but merely chose not to expose it.

Taking a deep breath, Wang Junze finally answered slowly, "Indeed, I am planning to leave the Northern Domain soon!"

Since it couldn't be concealed, Wang Junze decided not to keep hiding it.

A hint of satisfaction flashed in Yin Guangling's eyes as he continued to ask, "There are quite a few people watching you now. Escaping might not be that easy, right?"

"Are you suggesting... you could help me?"

Wang Junze quickly caught on, looking at Yin Guangling and asking in return.

"Indeed!"

Lifting his wine glass for a sip, Yin Guangling finally continued, "In this world, not many can shield you from Prince Yu. The Judgment Department is one of them! However, if you want my help, it's not that simple."

"What is your condition, My Lord? Feel free to speak plainly!"

Wang Junze didn't beat around the bush, directly confronting him.

"I need you to join the Judgment Department and... complete a task for us. Rest assured, the task has nothing to do with the Profound Moon Sword Sect." Without waiting for Wang Junze to inquire further, Yin Guangling proactively explained.

"Do you want me to leave my sect?" Wang Junze asked again, frowning slightly.

"No need!"

Yin Guangling responded calmly, "Your identity with the Profound Moon Sword Sect isn't as important as you think, especially not the current Profound Moon Sword Sect!"

"I recall the Commandery Princess saying before that people from the Judgment Department need to have no affiliations with other sects..." Wang Junze hesitantly retorted.

As Su Yuwei had once emphasized this matter, why was it seemingly less significant now?

"If you truly plan to rise within our department, you naturally need to leave your sect. However... if it's just to give you an identity to block Prince Yu's overt pursuit, it's not that troublesome." Yin Guangling replied nonchalantly.

These words made Wang Junze instantly understand.

To put it plainly, he wouldn't truly join the Judgment Department; it was merely a transaction. They provided him with an identity, and he would do a task for them. Once completed, they'd be even, and beyond that, he wouldn't gain any benefits from the Judgment Department. Thus, it didn't matter if he remained a disciple of the Profound Moon Sword Sect.

However, the simpler this sounded, the more it implied that the task wouldn't be easy, and there might even be significant danger associated...

"May I ask, My Lord, what exactly do you need me to do?"

After a moment's thought, Wang Junze solemnly inquired.

"No rush; once you decide and are about to leave the Northern Domain, I will tell you." Yin Guangling chuckled softly, shaking his head, "If you're uncertain, feel free to tell Zhou Dongfei. Of course... you can choose to refuse anytime before I take action."

Finishing his words, Yin Guangling set down his chopsticks, wiped his mouth, stood up, and said with a smile, "Thank you for your hospitality, young brother. Until we meet again."

Standing up and watching Yin Guangling leave, Wang Junze furrowed his brows tightly.

The waters in this pond were becoming murkier.

Yin Guangling spoke very politely, yet... it might not truly be out of goodwill.

Moreover, in the vast Judgment Department, what could be unmanageable that required him, a mere Heaven-Stepping Realm cultivator, to handle? This task seemed mysterious in every corner.

However, since it involved the Judgment Department, perhaps he could gather some truth from Su Yuwei?

Thinking for a moment, Wang Junze also got up and once again headed towards the City Lord's Mansion.

Though he was kicked out just yesterday, clearly the Changling Army knew about the relationship between Su Yuwei and Wang Junze. This time, they didn't stop him and let him enter the mansion smoothly. However, this time, he wasn't directly taken to see Su Yuwei.

"Young Master Wang, the Commandery Princess is receiving a guest now. Let me take you to rest elsewhere for a bit."

The Changling Army soldier spoke politely.

"A guest? May I know who the guest is?" Wang Junze asked, feeling a slight stir in his heart.

"Apologies, without the Commandery Princess' order, I cannot answer." Shaking his head, the soldier directly refused.

"Thank you!"

Wang Junze didn't insist, lightly cupping his hands, and followed the soldier to a side hall.

Meanwhile, in another part of the main hall, several people were seated in front of Su Yuwei, clearly having just sat down not long ago.

If Wang Junze were present, he would easily recognize that among these people, there were not only those under Prince Yu but also members of the Four Symbols Sect, and... the Fate Envoy of the Judgment Department whom Wang Junze had just met, Yin Guangling.

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