Bitter Realm: A Happy Person Traveling Across China

Ye Jinming's words were clever, both pointing out that he had no choice but to do it and lightly mentioning the responsibility for Feng Qianji's death, implying that it was a price he had to pay to save his son.

Gui Liangtianxia's gaze swept over Feng Qianji's corpse, a barely perceptible cold glint flashing in his eyes.

In the mind of such a ruthless and ambitious man, the life of a diner was of utmost importance compared to that of the young master of the Ghost Liang Army.

Feng Qianji was usually supported by the Gui Liang family, and he died to save the young master at the critical moment. It can be said that he died a worthy death and fulfilled his duty.

Then Gui Liang Tianxia slowly shook his head, his tone revealing little emotion: "Young Master Ye, why do you say that? You saved Yu'er, which is a great favor to the Gui Liang family. As for Feng Qianji... he died protecting his master, and the Gui Liang family will certainly treat his affairs well after his death and will not mistreat him."

These words sealed the fate of Feng Qianji's death.

The poor dragon knight never imagined that he would simply log off like that until his death.

Ye Jinming nodded, seemingly quite satisfied with Gui Liangtianxia's attitude.

Then, he changed the subject, a perfectly timed look of doubt on his face, "Speaking of which... before Yu Renfei Jing suddenly attacked, I vaguely sensed something was off about him. His eyes were sometimes unfocused, sometimes bloodshot, and his breathing was erratic and unstable, unlike his usual clear-headedness. When he approached Young Master Gui Liang, his movements were also slightly stiff and sluggish... and then he suddenly lost control and drew his sword, acting like a madman..."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over Mu Shaoai, giving him a meaningful look, before slowly saying, "This situation reminds me of a kind of illusionary magic from another demonic realm, it seems to be..."

Mu Shaoai was quick-witted and immediately understood.

He was just struggling to find a suitable reason to exonerate Yu Renfeijing, and Ye Jinming's words were like a timely help!

He immediately took over the conversation, a look of sudden realization on his face, his voice filled with urgency and guilt:

"Young Master Ye is absolutely right. Your reminder has also reminded me of an extremely insidious and vicious hallucinogenic technique in the Otherworld called 'Heart-Bewitching Intoxication.' Initially, those afflicted are merely mentally confused and easily stimulated by external factors. However, once triggered by a specific inducement, it will unleash their inner demons, causing them to descend into rage, completely lose control of their behavior, and become utterly ruthless!"

As he spoke, he pounded his chest in frustration, "It's all my fault! It's all my negligence! It must be a spy from the Otherworldly Demon Realm who cast a spell on Yu Zi at some unknown time. I failed to notice in time and even brought him to the wedding banquet, which led to this disaster. Lord, everyone, the blame for this lies with me, Mu Shaoai, for my inadequate supervision. It has little to do with Yu Ren Fei Jing himself; he is also a victim! I beg you, Lord, to see the truth and punish me!"

Mu Shaoai truly loves Yu Ren. Her words were sincere and heartfelt, taking full responsibility and at the same time completely attributing Yu Ren Fei Jing's murderous behavior to being manipulated, instantly reversing some of the public opinion.

Listening from the side, Tan Wuyu nodded secretly, then immediately adopted a shocked and angry expression, slapping his thigh and exclaiming, "Oh dear... so that's how it is! What a treacherous and vicious Otherworldly Demon Realm! To use such despicable means, secretly poisoning Yu Renfeijing and manipulating his mind, deliberately choosing the day of Gui Liang's wedding to launch their attack. This is clearly a scheme to use someone else to do their dirty work, harming Yu Renfeijing, ruining Gui Liang's wedding, and sowing discord within the righteous path—killing three birds with one stone! Their intentions are utterly despicable!"

After a pause, Tan Wuyu looked at Feng Qianji's corpse and sighed, "It's just... a pity that the brave warrior Feng Qianji became a victim of the demon realm's conspiracy! How tragic, how lamentable!"

As expected of good friends, just as Mu Shaoai was making his assessment, Tan Wuyu seized the opportunity to shift the blame to the Otherworld, characterizing an internal murder as a conspiracy by external forces, instantly elevating the situation and giving Gui Liang Tianxia an excellent way out.

"Intoxicated?"

"A treacherous plot from another dimension?"

"No wonder... Yu Renfeijing did look like he'd lost his soul just now..."

"The demon realm will stop at nothing!"

"So that's how it is, it was a conspiracy from the demon realm!"

"Manager Feng died unjustly!"

Upon hearing this, the guests immediately began to discuss it amongst themselves.

Many people had expressions of sudden realization, and considering Yu Renfeijing's usual reputation and his obviously abnormal state just now, they believed the explanation to a great extent.

The fear and hatred towards the demon realm instantly diverted some of the anger towards Yu Ren Fei Jing.

After all, a victim controlled by the demon realm is more convincing than a murderous maniac.

I wonder if the Otherworld is being unfairly blamed and feels a bit speechless...

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Gui Liangtianxia listened to Ye Jinming, Mu Shaoai, and Tan Wuyu's coordinated performance, and then looked around at the changing winds of discussion among the guests. His expression changed repeatedly.

Who would a person like him not see that there might be an element of "cooperation" involved?

But for now, this is undoubtedly the best way to handle it.

This would allow them to save face for the Ghost Liang Army (by shifting the blame to the Demon Realm), avoid a complete falling out with Mu Shaoai, Tan Wuyu, and others, and also do Ye Jinming a favor.

In other words, Gui Liang Tianxia was originally a villain, otherwise he would have been so angry that he turned black.

As for Feng Qianji... a dead customer who brought so much benefit to the Gui Liang family, his death was worthwhile.

"Sigh..." After quickly weighing the pros and cons in his mind, Gui Liangtianxia's anger subsided slightly, turning into a heavy and helpless sigh. He waved his hand and said in a deep voice to the guards and diners around him who were rubbing their hands together in anticipation, "Enough. First, carefully collect Feng Zhuangshi's body and carry it away. Choose an auspicious day to bury him with generous gifts and provide compensation to his family. Today... it is my Gui Liang family that has wronged him."

These words were quite eloquent, showcasing both the magnanimity of the Gui Liang Military Command and setting the tone for the matter.

"Thank you for your understanding, Lord!" Mu Shaoai and Tan Wuyu quickly cupped their hands in greeting, secretly relieved.

Although the crisis has not been completely resolved, at least Yu Renfeijing's life has been temporarily saved, and there is room for investigation and maneuvering.

Now, the most crucial thing is to find Yu Ren Fei Jing.

After leaving the Ghost Liang Military Mansion, Ye Jinming and the others set off on their journey to find Yu Renfeijing.

The silence lasted for a while, with only the sound of clothes rustling in the wind and footsteps echoing in the quiet night.

Finally, Tan Wuyu broke the silence first. He frowned slightly, his tone filled with inquiry and doubt, and asked, "Does the Otherworldly Demon Realm truly have a spell like 'Bewitching Intoxication'?"

Mu Shaoai paused, then said in a somewhat complicated tone, "Well... things have come to this point, whether it's true or not is unimportant!"

Tan Wuyu shook his head: "That was really close. Aren't you afraid that Gui Liangtianxia won't accept this reason? Or that the Feathered People will be exposed?"

Although he had cooperated earlier, he was also afraid of being exposed and affecting the unity within the Central Plains.

Ye Jinming calmly replied, "That depends on how quickly you can find him!"