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nIn the courtyard.

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nShen Yiming was dressed neatly, and even Daoist priest Xuan Yang had dolled himself up meticulously to make himself look more energetic.

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nHe was wearing a black godsword robe and holding a black light sword.

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nInstead of being easy-going and elegant, there was a bit of fierceness and killing intent.

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n“They’re here. ” Shen Yiming said.

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n“Yes.” Xiao ran responded.

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n“The higher-ups have already given the order. You are different from us. You are the manager of purgatory, and you will be responsible for ‘protecting’ the eldest Princess when she goes to star-picking tower to participate in the sacrificial ceremony.” Shen Yiming said.

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n“We’re going now?”

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n“Yes.” Shen Yiming nodded.

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n“Alright,” he said. Xiao ran turned around and left.

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n“Don’t just stand there, let’s gather in the front yard. ” Shen Yiming called out.

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nThe three of them hurried to the front yard.

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nThey arrived at the Imperial prison.

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nOther than Qian Xuan’s Battalion, there were also two thousand dragon’s blood Warriors stationed in the surrounding area. Behind their defense, a second layer of defense was set up.

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nThere was an old man beside Zhu Yuyan.

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nHe was dressed in a white robe and looked very ordinary. There was no cultivation fluctuation from his body at all. His smile was very kind and infectious. He looked like an ordinary old man.

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nHowever, Xiao ran could feel a terrifying throbbing from him.

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nHe even had a scholarly aura!

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nHe subconsciously activated his spirit clear eyes.

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n“Eighth stage of the mystical Grandmaster realm?” Xiao ran was slightly shocked.

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nOn second thought, he felt relieved.

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nFrom the Imperial prison to the palace, there was a distance where he had to be responsible for the eldest Princess ‘safety. If a strong cultivator or a powerful demon jumped out, it would be bad for the eldest Princess.

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nWithout an expert to hold down the Fort, they could not protect him at all.

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n“Come here.” Zhu Yuyan said.

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nXiao ran walked over and greeted him with a nod.

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n“This is the old ancestor of the Gu family, Gu Xuanyi. Call him uncle Gu.” Zhu Yuyan introduced as she pointed at him.

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nXiao ran was a little confused and couldn’t figure out what was going on.

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n“Hurry up and call for help.” Zhu Yuyan blinked and reminded him.

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n“Uncle Gu.” Xiao ran said.

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nGu Xuanyi stroked his beard and sized him up. He was indeed quite energetic, had good looks, and was young and promising. This was his cultivation! He was a little weak, only in the third stage of the Grandmaster realm (Xiao ran’s revealed strength).

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n“You don’t seem to be willing?”

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n“I just don’t understand.” Xiao ran told the truth.

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n“Yan ‘er is the niece of this old man’s friend, and you’re his friend. This old man has just arrived here, so I’m chattering non-stop, like an annoying little demon, saying this and that about you.” Gu Xuanyi explained.

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nXiao ran smiled bitterly. It turned out to be this way.

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n“Qiuhe told me about you yesterday,” Gu Xuan said.”You’re not bad.”

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n“You’re his grandfather?”

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n“Yes.” Gu Xuanyi nodded.

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n“He has such a good life.” Xiao ran sighed.

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n“He said the same thing himself.” Gu Xuanyi added.

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nZhu Yuyan looked at the sky and said,””The people from the palace should be arriving soon, right?”

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n“They’re here. ” Xiao ran pointed in a direction.

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nSeveral dozen Imperial Army soldiers in black armor and masks, swords at their waists, and special crossbows on their backs, led the way.

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nBehind them was a carriage pulled by nine Saint-eyed elephant Dragon horses, the same size as Emperor Sheng Wen. On both sides of the carriage were 50 Palace maids, and behind them were hundreds of Imperial martial guards and a Battalion of Imperial Army.

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n“Imperial Dragon sacred guards!” Zhu Yuyan’s eyes narrowed.

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nHe seemed to have guessed Xiao ran’s confusion.

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n“The Imperial Dragon Holy guards are mysterious and powerful. The lowest cultivation level of the selected candidates is at least a martial Grandmaster. They are loyal to His Majesty and are one of the most powerful guardians of the Imperial Palace.” Zhu Yuyan introduced.

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n“Yes.” Xiao ran nodded.

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nThe more he came into contact with it, the more shocked he was.

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nThe Grand Xia Empire truly had many hidden powers. No wonder it was able to survive in this world of demons and devils.

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nEven the most powerful demons and devils didn’t dare to enter the palace, calling it a forbidden area.

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n“It’s said that the Imperial Dragon sacred guards are all extraordinary. While they cultivate martial arts, they also cultivate their soul energy or their physical body. Is this true, uncle Gu?” Zhu Yuyan continued.

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nA pair of beautiful eyes landed on Gu Xuanyi.

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nGu Xuanyi muttered to himself for a moment before nodding solemnly.

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n“It truly is terrifying.” Zhu Yuyan sighed.

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nWhen they arrived, a middle-aged eunuch walked up to them. Qian Xuan and the others hurriedly bowed.

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nXiao ran and Zhu Yuyan followed behind Gu Xuanyi and greeted him.

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n“Greetings, ancestor Gu.” The middle-aged eunuch bowed respectfully.

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n“It’s just as I’ve guessed, you’re the one who came this time. ” Gu Xuan said with a smile.

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nThe middle-aged eunuch smiled wryly and nodded at Zhu Yuyan. He then looked at Xiao ran with a puzzled expression.

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n“This is my nephew,” Gu Xuanyi said.

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nXiao ran was speechless. He could not deny this.

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nHe pointed at the middle-aged eunuch and introduced him,”this is the head of the Imperial Household, Xiao Yi.”

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nXiao ran smiled and the other party smiled back.

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n“Time is of the essence. His Majesty is still waiting. We should go in.” Xiao Yi said.

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n“Yes.” Gu Xuanyi nodded.

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nThe group of people entered the Imperial prison.

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nThe Lieutenant led the jailers and saluted them respectfully. Xiao Yi didn’t even look at them. He had a strong aura and was full of authority as he walked toward Inferno hell with a cold expression.

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nThe Lieutenant and the others didn’t dare to raise their heads, nor did they dare to breathe.

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nIt was only when they walked past that she realized that her clothes were drenched in cold sweat.

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nIn purgatory.

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nXiao Yi took out a Dragon-shaped jade pendant, which was a spirit treasure, and poured his spirit energy into it.

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nBuzzzzzz!

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nThe Dragon-shaped jade pendant came to life and turned into a Golden Dragon. The golden light scattered into the purgatory. The surrounding purgatory Dark Fire and foul Yin Qi were all forced away by the golden light.

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nFrom the gate of Inferno to the first cell, there were tens of thousands of golden lights, holy God, light, and full of magnificence.

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nAt this moment.

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nEven an ordinary person would be able to stay here safely, let alone a cultivator.

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nThe palace maids he brought along took out a red carpet and laid it on the ground, starting from the door all the way to the first cell.

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n“Open the cell door and welcome Your Highness.” Xiao Yi said.

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nXiao ran walked over and opened the cell door.

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nThe eldest Princess looked at him. Her beautiful almond-shaped eyes blinked silently for a moment before she returned to being that noble, cold, and unparalleled Princess.

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nXiao ran wanted to laugh. He couldn’t help but think of the time when she was riding on her after-effects had erupted. The corners of his lips curled up slightly.

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nBack at the entrance of Inferno hell.

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nEveryone was waiting here, and only 50 Palace maids stepped forward.

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nThe Golden Phoenix screen, which could block soul power, was set up in front of him, isolating this place. Spiritual light flowed and firmly protected the first cell.

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nTen Palace maids carried a Phoenix Coronet, golden clothes, and precious and expensive jewelry, helping her put them on one by one.

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nHis movements were very light, for fear of hurting her phoenix body.

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nThe entire process was slow, but it was solemn and Grand.

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n(I’m here. I’ve been writing from midnight until now. I’m going to write the first chapter of the day. I’ll sleep when I’m done.

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nI’m begging for monthly votes, support, and follow-up! Everyone, please don’t keep your books. I’ll leave Xiao Bai to you. It’s really important to keep up with your studies!

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