"I've understood the reasons for everyone's presence here. Today, I've gathered you all to decide the ownership of Jubei City."

Scanning the crowd, Su Yuwei spoke calmly.

"Does the Commandery Princess mean to say that we should discuss among ourselves?" Upon hearing Su Yuwei's words, the followers of Prince Yu immediately showed a hint of joy and promptly said, "Prince Yu is also aware of the hardships endured by the Changling Army in resisting the deserters in the Northern Domain. As long as the Commandery Princess is willing to hand over Jubei City to us, Prince Yu is willing to compensate the Changling Army with five hundred thousand bushels of grain and Spirit Stones..."

The sense of wealth and power was apparent as soon as they spoke. This was Prince Yu; whether it was the status of being a prince or the support of the Empress, he wielded enormous power, and those under Prince Yu knew well how to leverage this advantage to further their interests.

He was not afraid of Su Yuwei setting conditions, but rather feared the previous coldness of refusing to negotiate and not granting an audience.

While the Elder from Four Symbols Sect was still contemplating what conditions they could offer, Su Yuwei interrupted directly.

"You have misunderstood. My intention is... I have already made a decision on this issue."

With an indifferent expression, Su Yuwei didn't bother listening to more nonsense and directly announced her decision, "I've already reported this matter to the Lord Chief, and the Judgment Department will take over Jubei City."

"..."

For a moment, the whole room fell silent!

Everyone knew that Su Yuwei had entered the Judgment Department, yet... hadn't she already withdrawn when she returned to the Capital City?

At this time, Su Yuwei had actually handed over such a significant benefit to the Judgment Department for free?

Everyone was aware that due to the special nature of the Judgment Department, it was impossible for them to make any deals with the Changling Army, much less exchange benefits.

Was this truly a free gift?

"Thank you, Commandery Princess. On behalf of Lord Chief, I would like to thank King of Changlin."

With a slight smile appearing on his face, Yin Guangling spoke softly.

"Who is this lord?"

Upon hearing Yin Guangling's words, everyone's heart couldn't help but skip a beat. Thanking the Lord Chief was not something anyone could casually say.

"I am Yin Guangling."

With an unchanged smile, Yin Guangling answered warmly.

"...Greetings, Lord Fate Envoy!"

Immediately, everyone stood up simultaneously to bow and pay their respects.

It was too frightening; this was Yin Guangling, one of the four Fate Envoys of the Judgment Department, a true Saint Realm powerhouse. Who would have thought that Su Yuwei could invite him here? No one could compete now!

Unless the Sect Leader of Four Symbols Sect or Prince Yu appeared personally, who else had the qualifications to negotiate with Yin Guangling?

This is unreasonable!

"Since no one has any objections, then this matter is settled."

Waving her hand, Su Yuwei said indifferently, "I will discuss the candidates for the handover with Lord Yin. You may all leave now."

"..."

Straightforward and decisive!

In just a few words, she issued a dismissal order. Under the pressure of Yin Guangling, naturally, no one dared to oppose and could only leave quickly to report the matter.

After everyone left, Su Yuwei then turned to Yin Guangling and asked, "Uncle Yin, has the Lord Chief agreed to what I proposed?"

Based on this term of address alone, it was clear that Su Yuwei and Yin Guangling were actually very close. If it weren't for this, Yin Guangling wouldn't have come personally.

"For me to come, the Lord Chief naturally agreed." Smiling, Yin Guangling replied softly, "However, that young man might not agree."

Without waiting for Su Yuwei to respond, Yin Guangling directly explained, "Just now, I have already met him; indeed, he is a very interesting young man, so I gave him another choice."

"??? "

...

"Have you really made up your mind?"

Wang Junze was drinking tea in the room when Su Yuwei suddenly walked in.

With a slight start, Wang Junze then stood up and spoke softly, "Yes! I am not interested in governing a region, regardless of the circumstances. Taking charge of Jubei City is not a good choice for me."

The more one thinks about these matters, the clearer they become.

Rejecting this offer is not just for Su Yuwei; even from Wang Junze's own perspective, it is not beneficial.

Just like before, when Luo Qingxuan and Su Yuwei clashed, Su Yuwei was defeated. It wasn't that Su Yuwei's talent was inferior to Luo Qingxuan's, but because she spent too much thought on other matters.

Wang Junze was the same; once he took over Jubei City and further took charge of the Northern Domain, he would inevitably have to devote more attention to these affairs, whether he wanted to or not.

The immediate benefits will ultimately conflict with long-term planning.

Wait a minute!

Wang Junze suddenly came to his senses, "You've seen Yin Guangling?"

Su Yuwei asked him this as soon as she came in, obviously having already decided on her choice. It's not difficult to guess the change in circumstances.

"Uncle Yin watched me grow up. Considering my standing, he won't harm you, but... the Judgment Department only cares for results, and he won't deliberately help you either. In other words... no matter what task he assigns you, it's a deadly endeavor!"

Su Yuwei said with a somewhat complex expression.

After a brief contemplation, Wang Junze understood.

Just like when Su Yuwei came to the Northern Domain, whether entering the relics or withstanding the pressure from the Profound Moon Sword Sect and establishing a Judgment Department outpost in the Northern Domain, both were deadly tasks, and the Judgment Department didn't give her any favors because of her status.

In fact, back then, Su Yuwei almost died in the Northern Domain.

Nevertheless, precisely because of this, Wang Junze felt reassured.

As long as it's not about deliberately harming himself, as for danger... given his reluctance to remain confined in the Northern Domain, facing various dangers is inevitable, and there's nothing more to say.

"Will Lord Yin stay in the Northern Domain?"

Wang Junze asked again.

"No, Uncle Yin holds a transcendent position, how could he stay in the Northern Domain?" Shaking her head, Su Yuwei explained, "If you refuse, someone else will take charge of Jubei City. The Judgment Department won't target Profound Moon Sword Sect, but neither will it give any benefits to the sect."

"I understand!"

Nodding in agreement, Wang Junze immediately stood up and said, "With this answer, I can report back to the sect."

Wang Junze also didn't bring up Prince Yu any further; currently, he isn't in a position to challenge Prince Yu, and saying more would be useless.

"In three days, I will retreat with the army from the Northern Domain."

Looking at Wang Junze, Su Yuwei said softly, "After that, no matter what happens... I will not help you anymore."

This time, deploying troops northward was already maximally willful, and having caused such a stir, Su Yuwei indeed couldn't have any further involvement with Wang Junze, otherwise, things would become even more complicated.

With a bright smile on his face, Wang Junze replied softly.

"Then... see you in the Capital City!"

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