"Do you still have the courage to say you don't believe in fate?"

Smiling slightly, Lu Qing looked at Wang Junze and asked.

I am a sword cultivator, I don't believe in fate!

This was what Wang Junze said to Lu Qing when he walked out of the City Lord's Mansion before Su Yuwei and Lu Qing left the Northern Domain.

Back then, it didn't seem significant, but now, as his strength continued to increase, Wang Junze naturally realized how difficult it truly was.

However, facing Lu Qing, Wang Junze still resolutely answered, "Yes!"

This time, it was Lu Qing's turn to be a bit stunned.

"Only half a year left."

Sighing, Lu Qing spoke again, "I believe, if you had ten more years, you might really have a chance to turn the tides, but... there's not that much time."

"Brother Lu, maybe it's not as difficult as you think."

Smiling, Wang Junze replied softly.

"???"

"It might truly be difficult to make His Majesty revoke the marriage, but... as long as we kill Prince Yu, wouldn't that solve it?"

"???"

These words genuinely shocked Lu Qing.

"Are you crazy?!"

Grabbing Wang Junze, Lu Qing's expression changed drastically as he lowered his voice to question, "Do you know what you're saying?"

"Of course, I know!"

With a calm demeanor, Wang Junze replied serenely, "From the time in the Northern Domain, Prince Yu wanted to kill me, so... just because he is a prince, I cannot strike back?"

"..."

Seeing Wang Junze's serious expression, Lu Qing finally realized that this thought was definitely not new. Wang Junze must have had this in mind a long time ago.

But, that's Prince Yu!

Assassinating a prince, let alone whether it would succeed, even if it did, what would be faced is the wrathful revenge of His Majesty the Emperor. Not only Wang Junze, even the entire Profound Moon Sword Sect could not withstand such consequences!

"Don't worry, I won't act recklessly!"

Looking at Lu Qing, Wang Junze smiled and said, "There is still half a year, I will find the most suitable opportunity. Ideally, I can also clear my name. I won't gamble with my life."

"..."

Is this something a sane person would say?

Assassinating a prince is not considered reckless, then what is?

Words like this, just hearing them makes one's heart race.

"The young lady won't agree to you taking such a risk!"

Glaring at Wang Junze, Lu Qing said seriously.

"Then don't let her know!"

Wang Junze replied softly, "This is my matter, it has nothing to do with her."

"Wang Junze!"

Shaking his head, Lu Qing directly refused, "This is too crazy, I cannot agree with you!"

"You must agree with me!"

Staring at Lu Qing, Wang Junze said seriously, "You cannot change my mind, and neither can the Commandery Princess. Telling her would just drag her into this!"

"I know, for you, the safety of the Commandery Princess is paramount, so... even for the Commandery Princess, you wouldn't tell her."

"..."

This statement undeniably struck Lu Qing's weak spot!

Indeed, he had a good relationship with Wang Junze and liked this younger brother, but if he had to choose between Wang Junze and Princess Changlin, he would undoubtedly choose Princess Changlin.

Wang Junze knew this well and that's why he was sure Lu Qing wouldn't tell Su Yuwei about this.

"Wang Junze, in this world, there are many things that are impossible; why can't you just let it go?"

Looking at Wang Junze, Lu Qing tried to persuade again, "With your talent, you will certainly reach the Saint Realm in no more than ten years, and in the future, there will definitely be a place for you in this world!"

"You can have a very bright future, by then, both myself and the Commandery Princess will be proud of you."

"Why lock yourself into this matter!"

Watching Lu Qing's earnest demeanor, Wang Junze suddenly burst into a brilliant smile.

"But, the Commandery Princess will never be happy in her life."

"???"

"I will also never be happy. Whether I reach the Saint Realm in the future or even step into the Divine Domain, as long as I think of the Commandery Princess, I will live my life in pain and regret, hating myself for not trying harder, hating myself for retreating back then!"

Smiling, Wang Junze continued, "Brother Lu, if that day really comes, even if I become invincible under the heavens, would you still have any respect for me?"

"..."

"Go back!"

Looking at Lu Qing, Wang Junze softly said, "Brother Lu, I am very happy to see you, but... you shouldn't get too close to me now!"

"Everyone knows about your relationship with the Commandery Princess, being too close to me will raise suspicion."

"What I am about to do is very dangerous, being too close will implicate you and the Commandery Princess as well." Wang Junze once again said, "And it will make Prince Yu even more wary of me!"

"Trust me, we will meet again!"

"When the time comes, we will sit and have a drink, and not stop until we're drunk!"

"..."

Waving his hand, Wang Junze took another step, striding into the night until he disappeared from Lu Qing's sight.

Lu Qing remained silent for a long time, but in the end, he didn't stop Wang Junze, nor did he pursue him.

"But... damn you, how am I supposed to explain this to the young lady when I go back?"

At this moment, Lu Qing suddenly regretted coming to see Wang Junze immensely.

....

Time passed by swiftly.

In the following days, Wang Junze didn't do anything particularly special. He either cultivated in the Judgment Department or took Wang Xin and Peng Ru out for street outings, eating and drinking as if he had no pressure at all and was just enjoying life in the Capital City.

Soon, the rewards from the Judgment Department were finally announced.

Yin Guangling personally declared that Wang Junze's accomplishment in killing Dugu Feng was verified by the Godslaying Spear, and no one could deny Wang Junze's merit.

With this great achievement, Yin Guangling awarded Wang Junze a million spirit stones, one opportunity to enter the Judgment Bureau Treasure Vault to select treasures, and three heavenly and earthly treasures to assist his cultivation.

However, aside from these, Wang Junze's identity remained just as an Inspector and was not formally assigned a position within the Judgment Department.

This outcome also sparked discussions among the people of the Judgment Department.

Many believed that although Wang Junze had achieved great merit, he was ultimately an outsider and couldn't enter the core of the Judgment Department, nor would he truly gain Yin Guangling's appreciation and trust.

However, Wang Junze was well aware that this matter was probably not so simple.

Given Yin Guangling's position, if he truly didn't favor Wang Junze, he would handle things more graciously. The current situation seemed more like something deliberately done for others to see.

Of course, Wang Junze didn't care about these matters.

The only concern was how and when he would have the opportunity to meet that mysterious Director.

Yin Guangling did not mention it, and Wang Junze felt it would be inappropriate to inquire further. However, he was already considering in secret what methods he might use to find someone else to meet the Director if necessary.

After all, if he couldn't meet with the Director, he wouldn't be able to obtain the Divine-Inviting Incense.

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