Linzi.
Today there is no wind or rain.
Having finished a day of questioning, Ji Zhaonan, in his silver armor and snow robe, walked down the long street expressionlessly.
As the direct disciple of Great Qi’s War God Jiang Mengxiong, and a military commander with long-standing valor at The Gate of All Demons, he was given preferential treatment; he wasn’t shackled or imprisoned in a heavenly prison.
He only needed to visit the Imperial City Inspection Mansion and be questioned by several experienced green card members, including Beiyar Commander Yang Weitong—the Military Division had already questioned him, but Beiyaduwei demanded another round.
Of course, no one dared to use torture on him, nor was there any verbal abuse.
Yet every person in the Imperial City Inspection Mansion was unusually indifferent. That hostility... he felt it clearly.
Just like now walking on the streets of Linzi, where his unparalleled demeanor would usually draw countless cheers. In any place in Qi Country, he could expect a hero’s welcome. Even hiding himself in a carriage, there would always be women casting fruits towards his carriage.
But today...
Today he was still considered a suspect, unable to ride in a carriage that reflected his status, unable to have a ceremonial guard.
Today, everyone he encountered on the long street looked at him with indifferent eyes.
He understood.
He had caused the death of the city’s young hero.
He had ended a legend of a commoner rising to become a State Marquis.
The representative of the New Qi had fallen.
Many people’s banners had fallen down.
He did not kill Jiang Wang, but Jiang Wang died because of him!
"Ji Zhaonan, Ji Zhaonan!!"
He raised his eyes following the voice and saw a young military commander, his forehead tied with a jade belt, full of vigor, being held back by a group of people while struggling, pointing towards him, yelling loudly: "He had just gone to the Monster Realm, understanding nothing, yet you took him to such a dangerous place. What were your intentions?!"
What kind of pride did Ji Zhaonan possess?
He would readily want to teach a lesson to Zhongxuan Zun, even considering trying his hand against Zhongxuan Chuliang.
In the past, regardless of how influential Li Longchuan’s family might have been, no matter the stature of their military clan or marquis background, if his own strength did not match up, he simply lacked the qualification to speak loudly to him.
But today, Ji Zhaonan said not a word, walking forward in silence.
A lavish carriage drove past, and as it went by, the curtain on the window was lowered, cutting off the view inside.
Ji Zhaonan naturally knew that inside were Yan Fu and Wen Tinglan.
Today, countless people were waiting for the outcome of Beiyaduwei’s questioning.
Countless people bit down on their hatred, with nowhere to vent it.
The Celestial Prison was still too far away, and the so-called mastermind remained elusive.
...
Inside the rumbling carriage.
Wen Tinglan softly said: "I remember you once had a decent relationship with Ji Zhaonan."
Her father was an Imperial Court Adviser, and she came from a rather prestigious background. Wen Tinglan certainly understood Ji Zhaonan’s potential and the weight of the Nation-Protecting Great Marshal Mansion.
She believed this matter couldn’t be blamed on Ji Zhaonan. Life and death in the Hell World were commonplace events. The one seizing the opportunity to harm Jiang Wang was a cultivator who later went to Frost Wind Valley for reinforcement, clearly having deliberately gone after Jiang Wang once learning he was there.
Ji Zhaonan couldn’t have eyes on the back of his head, foreseeing a real-level ambush ahead of time.
"Yes, just decent." Yan Fu said, holding her hand.
Wen Tinglan thought for a moment and still said: "Ji Zhaonan had no reason to harm Jiang Wang, he too had fought desperately long in The Gate of All Demons. In his understanding, fighting against the demon clan was naturally the right thing to do, so he directly took Jiang Wang to Frost Wind Valley. If it were Zhongxuan Zun going to Monster Realm, he would have done the same. The investigations by the Military Division and Beiyaduwei had no issues, and until definitive evidence emerges, we shouldn’t blame him."
Due to Yan Fu’s connection, she was acquainted with Jiang Wang. She inevitably felt regretful and somewhat sad upon Jiang Wang’s accident. But as Yan Fu’s fiancée, she needed to consider more for Yan Fu and their future family.
She had to assist in thinking what Yan Fu thought, and remind him of what he didn’t.
Showing hostility towards Ji Zhaonan isn’t truly wise or "intelligent."
Yan Fu sighed, just saying: "Logically, indeed, I shouldn’t blame him. But emotionally, how can I not resent?"
He was known for his wide circle of friends, a favorite among all walks of life, who wouldn’t like a nobleman who spent lavishly without concern?
Gao Zhe used to circle around him, and brothers Bao Bozhao and Bao Zhongqing both attended his feasts when alive.
In Linzi, he was the only one to simultaneously befriend the Bao and Zhongxuan families.
But back then, Jiang Wuyou chased him around Linzi, even declared to beat anyone stopping her. Only Jiang Wang, who at that time had no foundation in Qi Country at all, stepped forward to mediate, giving both parties a way out.
Back then, when visiting Fufeng Commandery, he only took Jiang Wang to accompany him...
The carriage continued moving forward.
Wen Tinglan stopped speaking.
...
...
Ji Zhaonan walked alone on the long street, enduring all kinds of gazes, walking for a long time.
The Shao Hua Spear was not brought out.
The Wushuang Armor seemed unable to block all injuries.
After distancing from Beiyaduwei and no longer hearing Li Longchuan’s scolding, he thought for a moment, changed his direction, and headed towards Wu’an Marquis Mansion.
The road wasn’t very far, yet he took a long time walking.
The Wu’an Marquis Mansion constructed by the grand craftsmen from the Ministry of Works was very impressive, befitting Jiang Wang’s status.
If he were to come here in the past, the main gate should open wide, and Jiang Wang should personally welcome him.
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