"Your Highness is joking, it's just my duty!"

Indeed, upon hearing this, Xu Zhengdong's expression turned cold as well, responding indifferently.

Previously, it wasn't that he didn't give Prince Yu face; in Licheng, he deliberately pretended to know nothing, allowing Prince Yu's people to attack Wang Junze freely. However, it was the other side that was incompetent, failing to harm Wang Junze and even losing men.

Now, they had already reached the outskirts of the Capital City, and Prince Yu still wanted him to pretend not to see?

Not to mention anything else, just considering the number of officials he brought from the Judgment Department, how many were there?

Even if Xu Zhengdong truly wanted to turn a blind eye, could he negotiate with Prince Yu in front of so many people?

Unfortunately, Prince Yu seemed completely oblivious to these considerations. Upon hearing Xu Zhengdong's refusal, his face immediately darkened.

"What if I must cripple him?"

"Then please step over my dead body first, Your Highness!"

Without any hesitation, Xu Zhengdong retorted immediately.

If Prince Yu dared to make a move, there would be no other option but for him to wipe out all these guests of Prince Yu's Mansion.

Of course, regardless, he dared not touch Prince Yu. But if a fight did break out, tomorrow morning he would report Prince Yu. By then, even Prince Yu would face a punishment of at least thirty lashes and be confined for reflection once His Majesty's wrath descended.

However, doing so would completely offend Prince Yu.

Unless absolutely necessary, Xu Zhengdong really didn't wish to tear his face with Prince Yu.

"Good, good, good! Xu Zhengdong, you are something!"

Showing a trace of anger on his face, Prince Yu pointed at Xu Zhengdong and scolded, "Even you dare to offend me, do you truly think I can't do anything to you?"

"Take action, all of you take action! Today, even if I risk my father's punishment, I will kill them!"

Enraged, Prince Yu shouted angrily.

However, upon hearing such an order, the guests behind him were immediately filled with embarrassment.

As members of Prince Yu's faction, they naturally had to follow his orders, but… that's the Judgment Department!

Not to mention whether they could win this battle; just daring to make a move would inevitably provoke His Majesty's wrath, and the Director of the Judgment Department would certainly not spare them. By then… fleeing the Capital City and living out the rest of their lives anonymously would be their best fate.

Moreover… they couldn't even win!

"Take action, are you all deaf?"

Seeing no one act, Prince Yu was even more furious, glaring at them angrily.

"Calm down, Your Highness!"

With a bitter smile, the middle-aged man beside him, helplessly explained in a low voice, "To intercept and kill members of the Judgment Department is a grave sin. Our death is a minor issue, but once His Majesty holds us accountable... Your Highness, there will be plenty of opportunities to kill Wang Junze in the future. It is unnecessary to provoke His Majesty's displeasure over such a minor person!"

"I don't care, even risking my father's punishment, I want him dead!"

Prince Yu once again fumed, "Kill him, otherwise, by tomorrow, you all better leave!"

"Enter the Capital, anyone who dares obstruct… show no mercy!"

With a cold glint in his eyes, Xu Zhengdong ordered in a stern voice.

In an instant, the members of the Judgment Department no longer paid attention to Prince Yu's antics, slowly bypassing his figure and heading towards the Capital City.

Among the crowd, Wang Junze slightly frowned, casting a deep glance at Prince Yu, but ultimately said nothing.

A moment later, after Wang Junze and the others left, Prince Yu immediately stopped his cursing, a barely noticeable mocking smile playing on his lips.

...

Judgment Department!

"Sir, Wang Junze has entered the Capital!"

Even in the deep of night, Yin Guangling had not rested. In fact, since Wang Junze appeared in Licheng, every action had been reported back to him. Everything that happened along the way, Yin Guangling was clear about, but had not responded thus far.

"Got it! Arrange for them to settle in for now, and have Wang Junze meet me tomorrow morning!"

Waving his hand, Yin Guangling calmly replied.

"Yes!"

...

City That Never Sleeps!

Following the people of the Judgment Department into the Capital City, Wang Junze was similarly amazed by its splendor.

Now it was deep into the night, yet not only was the city gate open, but many places remained brightly lit, as if it were daytime.

"The Capital City is different from other places. There is no curfew here, and the citizens are mostly well-to-do. Many places only open at night, bustling with activity."

Seeing Wang Junze's astonishment, Zhang Yuqiao explained with a smile, "The Capital City is also known as the City That Never Sleeps. You will gradually get used to it."

"The entire country's resources support this city; how could it not be prosperous?"

Wang Xin muttered lightly, curling her lips.

When she first arrived in the Capital City, she was equally amazed, but over time, Wang Xin naturally understood the reasons behind the city's affluent prosperity.

The claim that most citizens of the Capital City are well-off is no exaggeration, as those who are poor have no place here. The truly impoverished were eliminated long ago, and those who remain are from affluent families.

"Let's go, we should first head to the Judgment Department. After reporting in, there will be ample time to experience the city's liveliness."

With a smile, Xu Zhengdong casually remarked.

Before long, they reached the Judgment Department.

The Judgment Department is located in the center of the Capital City, closest to the Imperial Palace, heavily guarded, and protected by an array that prohibits flight. Not even usual Cultivators, much less those Entering the Path, can act recklessly within it.

If it weren't for Wang Junze being with Xu Zhengdong, he would have had a hard time entering without someone verifying his identity.

After sending up the message, officials from the Judgment Department soon arranged accommodation for Wang Junze, indicating that he could only meet Yin Guangling the next morning. However, with Xu Zhengdong vouching for him, they recognized Wang Junze's status as an Inspector, offering decent treatment.

Now at the Judgment Department, there was no longer any need to worry about safety, so Wang Junze settled down to rest.

The night passed without incident!

Early the next morning, officials from the Judgment Department arrived to guide Wang Junze to meet Yin Guangling.

However, Yin Guangling only saw Wang Junze alone; others like Wang Xin and Xu Zhengdong were stopped.

"Come in, have a seat!"

Seeing Wang Junze, Yin Guangling smiled and casually instructed, "I just need to handle a few matters before chatting with you."

Wang Junze had no objections, sitting on a chair while sipping tea. After about a quarter of an hour, Yin Guangling put down his pen and turned his gaze to Wang Junze, asking, "I heard you encountered Prince Yu last night. Tell me, what do you think of this Prince Yu?"

"Hmm?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Junze was slightly taken aback. Shouldn't he have first asked about Dugu Feng? Why inquire about Prince Yu instead?

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