The security in the Capital City is still very good.

From the moment Wang Junze sprang into action, it took but a brief moment before the constables from the Government Office arrived. However, the bloody scene now left even these constables feeling horrified.

With the token from the Judgment Department, Wang Junze naturally wouldn't be bothered. After a simple explanation, he left directly.

Returning to the Judgment Department, Wang Junze did not hesitate and immediately requested to see Yin Guangling.

"You came faster than I expected."

Smiling slightly, Yin Guangling clearly had anticipated Wang Junze's arrival and dismissed his attendants before speaking softly.

"Did you already know that this Demon Cultivator was someone from Prince Yu's Mansion?"

Wang Junze didn't beat around the bush and asked directly.

"As long as the Judgment Department wants to investigate, there are no secrets in the whole Capital City." Yin Guangling answered calmly, "Just like when you entered the city, from the moment you appeared in Licheng, I already knew."

"..."

After a few moments of silence, Wang Junze slowly asked, "So, was it you who stopped Prince Yu's masters?"

Some things were not clear at first, but looking back now, everything seemed off.

Back then, even when far in the Northern Domain, Prince Yu could mobilize so many masters. Even someone of Saint Realm like Ximen Piaoxue acted. How could it be that when he arrived in the Capital City, Prince Yu only sent some minor characters, without even a single Path-Entering Powerhouse?

"Yes and no!"

Shaking his head, Yin Guangling explained, "I did send someone to Licheng, but it wasn't to obstruct Prince Yu. It's just that Prince Yu didn't actually send any masters to kill you. In the Capital City, any cultivator above the Path-Entering level, no matter who they belong to, will be watched by the Judgment Department."

These words once again gave Wang Junze a tremendous shock. Although he had long known the strength of the Judgment Department, he hadn't expected it to be this powerful.

"Prince Yu didn't really want to kill me... No, it's that he didn't even think I was worth noticing!"

Instinctively he spoke, but halfway through, Wang Junze realized.

Prince Yu's deliberate obstruction of his entry into the city, along with his feigned anger, was merely an act to create an impulsive and furious, yet brainless image.

As for himself, even if he had killed Dugu Feng, no matter how talented he was, in the eyes of Prince Yu, he was just a nobody!

Without entering the Path, he wasn't even qualified to be taken seriously by Prince Yu.

The slightly ambiguous relationship between himself and Su Yuwei meant even less to Prince Yu, who didn't care at all. Even with a marriage decree from Your Majesty, he didn't believe Wang Junze was qualified to compete with him.

As for the attempt on his life in the Northern Domain... it was just a part of the Profound Moon Sword Sect's layout, an offhand remark, like stepping on an ant, not really given any thought.

"Do you understand the gap now?"

Yin Guangling asked faintly, looking at Wang Junze.

"..."

Wang Junze didn't respond, just chuckled with self-mockery.

"I watched the Commandery Princess grow up." Sighing, Yin Guangling continued, "From the moment she led the Changling Army north, I understood her intention. Unfortunately… in matters of marriage, she's not the one in control. The only thing I can do for her is to try my best to keep you alive."

"Stop focusing on Prince Yu; the waters in this matter are too deep for you to get involved!"

Shaking his head, Yin Guangling said, "I'll give you two options!"

"First, leave the Profound Moon Sword Sect and officially join the Judgment Department. I'll give you an origin as a Governor, work under my command, and I guarantee Prince Yu won't come after you again."

"Second, leave the Capital! Go back to the Northern Domain, and do not step into the Capital City again until you truly have the strength for self-preservation!"

Yin Guangling continued to add, "The Judgment Department has already established itself in the Northern Domain, and Prince Yu will no longer target the Northern Domain. As long as you return, he won't target you again, provided... you don't provoke him further!"

Upon hearing Yin Guangling's words, Wang Junze fell silent.

He naturally understood that Yin Guangling was indeed acting in his best interest, due to both Su Yuwei's consideration and the merit of slaying Dugu Feng.

However, no matter what choice he made, this favor would be completely used up.

Taking a deep breath, Wang Junze finally lifted his head and replied earnestly, "Thank you, but I cannot choose either path."

"Hmm?"

A hint of coldness flashed in Yin Guangling's eyes, but he said nothing, merely looking at Wang Junze and waiting for his explanation.

"The Profound Moon Sword Sect has been kind to me. Since I've joined the sect, I will not betray it."

Bowing slightly, Wang Junze softly explained, "But I wish to stay in the Capital for a little longer. If possible… I hope to borrow the identity of an Inspector a bit longer. Of course, I assure you, I won't provoke Prince Yu anymore either."

Upon hearing Wang Junze agree not to provoke Prince Yu further, Yin Guangling's expression softened slightly, "In that case, what's the point of staying in the Capital?"

"The status of an Inspector, I can temporarily let you keep it, but as long as you do not leave the Profound Moon Sword Sect, you cannot fully integrate into the Judgment Department, let alone advance and gain more resources."

These words were very clear: the merit for slaying Dugu Feng has already been converted into a reward, and the relationship between the Judgment Department and Wang Junze is now settled.

"I understand!"

Nodding, Wang Junze answered softly, "However, I still wish to meet with Lord Chief."

After giving Wang Junze a long look, Yin Guangling finally replied, "I can help you, but from now on, I won't concern myself with your affairs again."

"Thank you, my lord!"

Without hesitation, Wang Junze immediately agreed.

He naturally understood, Yin Guangling meant that if he helped him meet Lord Chief, then the favor would be exhausted. Even if Prince Yu wanted to kill him later, Yin Guangling wouldn't interfere.

But for Wang Junze, meeting Lord Chief was the most crucial matter right now.

"Understood, go and wait for the news."

Waving his hand, Yin Guangling issued a quiet order for him to leave.

Wang Junze's final decision puzzled him greatly, but he wouldn't persuade further.

After all, the relationship between him and Wang Junze didn't warrant repeated advice; since Wang Junze made his choice, everything in the future would have nothing to do with him.

With a bow in gratitude to Yin Guangling, Wang Junze said no more and quietly retreated.

Yin Guangling had gone to great lengths, and Wang Junze was already very grateful, unable to ask for more.

The path he needed to walk, the things he needed to do, could not rely on others for further help. In this way, it was already very good.

As for Prince Yu, he certainly wouldn't stop. However, he couldn't share these words with Yin Guangling anymore.

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