Three punches shattered the demonic soul, young hero, I'm an honest man!

The case of Yinxingsha did not immediately subside in the Northern Garrison Command after the suspects and the stolen goods were caught.

The case file was quickly compiled and presented to Commander Zhou Mingxuan.

Capture the evil monk, arrest the wealthy merchant, and recover the stolen goods.

The evidence is complete, both witnesses and physical evidence, and the process is clean and efficient.

Zhou Mingxuan flipped through the pages, his expression calm.

But when he saw the line of neat yet imposing annotation at the end of the file, he paused.

"In this case, Pei Yun should be credited with the greatest merit."

The signature is "Luo".

Written by Luo Qingyi, the garrison commander.

A dark and ambiguous emotion flashed across Zhou Mingxuan's eyes.

Luo Qingyi's blatant favoritism towards Pei Yun almost made her regard Pei Yun as her closest confidant.

He originally intended to use this case to test Commander Pei and, incidentally, to see Luo Qingyi's reaction.

I originally thought it was just out of consideration for past service, giving him a sinecure to keep him in.

It now seems that Pei Yun's position in Luo Qingyi's heart is even more secure than he had anticipated.

Zhou Mingxuan put down the file without saying anything.

He knew very well that after Luo Qingyi made her stance clear, any attempt to diminish Pei Yun's credit would only backfire.

Pei Yun's prestige within the Northern Garrison Command was significantly enhanced after this battle.

No one dared to treat him as an ordinary, useless person who had lost his cultivation anymore.

That ability to strategize and win battles from afar is enough to make anyone wary.

……

The next day, early morning.

Pei Yun yawned and strolled leisurely to the North Garrison Office.

I was busy with a case a few days ago, but now I finally have some free time.

Last night I went to Baidi Tower to listen to a new song and also discussed the philosophy of life with Yunniang, so I went to bed a little late.

As soon as I stepped into the courtyard, I saw a familiar figure waiting under the eaves.

The astronomical official in charge of the constellations, Yunwei.

Today, the female Taoist priest changed out of her elaborate star-patterned robe and wore a simple, moon-white Taoist robe.

It has lost some of its aloofness and coldness, and gained more of an otherworldly charm.

She seemed to be waiting for him on purpose.

"Commander Pei".

When Yunwei saw Pei Yun, she took the initiative to speak, her voice much gentler than last time.

Pei Yun raised an eyebrow.

"Yunwei Star Official? What brings you to our humble abode today?"

These words were spoken with a hint of teasing, but Yun Wei did not get angry like she had last time.

Her clear eyes looked at Pei Yun with a hint of inquiry, a hint of curiosity, and a touch of... solemnity.

"The first reason for my visit is to represent the Imperial Observatory in formally thanking Commander Pei for his assistance in retrieving the Star-Guiding Sand."

She paused for a moment, then continued, "Secondly, we must fulfill our previous promises."

As Yun Wei spoke, she took out a palm-sized jade token from her sleeve and handed it to Pei Yun.

The token felt slightly cool to the touch, and was engraved with intricate star patterns with a faint shimmering light.

"This is a temporary access pass for the Observatory of the Imperial Observatory. With this pass, Commander Pei may visit the Observatory at any time for one day to consult the classics."

The Imperial Observatory's library was the most abundant collection of books in the Great Ying Immortal Dynasty, and even ordinary princes and ministers might not be able to enter it.

The Supreme Immortal Manual in my hand is too mysterious; perhaps I will have to go to the Star Gazing Pavilion to look up some information in the future.

"You're too kind, Taoist priest."

Pei Yun smiled and put away the token.

Immediately afterwards, Yunwei took out a small brocade box.

Inside lay a pure white jade pendant.

Shaped like a crescent moon, it emits a faint, gentle glow, bringing peace to the mind.

Concentrate intently on the stars!

A cool and tranquil atmosphere wafted over me.

Pei Yun could feel that just by getting closer, his mind became more focused and his thoughts became clearer.

"The Star Gazing Pendant can calm the mind and help one comprehend the universe."

"The Imperial Observatory produces only a handful of these each year, and they are all rare treasures."

Yunwei's tone was sincere.

"In the case of the Star Sand, Commander Pei made a great contribution. This item is presented to Commander Pei as a token of my gratitude."

Pei Yun accepted the jade pendant.

The moment my fingertips touched the jade pendant, I felt a cool sensation spreading along my fingertips.

The last trace of grogginess from last night's hangover was quietly dispelled.

nice one!

This thing is priceless, whether for martial artists or those practicing Taoist cultivation.

If it were to circulate, those cultivation sects would probably fight tooth and nail for it.

This is what he values ​​most this time!

"Then I shall accept it without hesitation."

Pei Yun carefully put away the jade pendant, and the smile on his face became more genuine.

When this female Taoist priest speaks properly, she is quite pleasing to the eye.

Looking at Pei Yun's appearance, Yun Wei felt a mix of emotions.

The centurion in front of me looks young, but his actions are frighteningly shrewd, making him completely unpredictable.

She hesitated for a moment, as if she had something to say but was also somewhat hesitant.

In the end, Yun Wei lowered her voice and moved a few steps closer to Pei Yun.

"Commander Pei, I have something else to tell you, and I hope you will keep it in mind."

"Oh?"

Pei Yun became interested.

"Last night, I observed the stars and saw that the Purple Star was dim, with signs of a fiery inferno, faintly pointing towards the capital... This is probably not a good omen."

Yun Wei's voice was very soft, with a hint of barely perceptible solemnity.

"I cannot deduce the specific reason; the secrets of heaven are shrouded in mystery."

"But...the capital is about to be thrown into turmoil."

"I know that Commander Pei is exceptionally capable, but please be sure to act with caution."

Pei Yun looked at Yun Wei.

The female Taoist priest from the Imperial Observatory was clearly trying to curry favor.

In this world, human relationships are more valuable than reason.

However, he was already at the center of the vortex, regardless of what turmoil might occur in the capital in the future.

He'll probably have no chance of getting away...

"Thank you for the reminder, Daoist Master." Pei Yun nodded.

"I've noted it down."

Yunwei saw that he had taken her words to heart.

He nodded slightly, performed a Taoist kowtow, and then turned and drifted away.

Watching Yun Wei's departing figure, Pei Yun rubbed his chin.

This female Taoist priest doesn't seem so heartless after all.

……

Pei Yun did not stay at the Northern Garrison for long. After quickly finishing his official business, he went straight back to his secluded little courtyard.

Close the gate.

Pei Yun couldn't wait to take out the Concentration Star Gazing Pendant that he had just acquired.

Wear the stargazing pendant close to your body.

A refreshing sensation instantly flowed through my body, like drinking ice water on a hot summer day.

This immediately calmed Pei Yun's restless soul, which had been agitated by the conflict of cultivation techniques, and made his mind clearer than ever before.

"Good stuff, no wonder the Imperial Observatory is so stingy."

Pei Yun couldn't help but give a compliment.

Then Pei Yun took out the Crimson Sun Warm Jade Grass and held it in his hand, activating the Supreme Immortal Chapter.

This time, with the assistance of the "Concentration Stargazing Pendant", the effect is completely different!

The cool aura emanating from the jade pendant was like a stabilizing force.

While stabilizing his mind, he gained a clearer perception of the sinister "seed" power within his body.

At the same time, the jade pendant seemed to amplify his faint perception of the primordial energy of heaven and earth.

This allows him to more accurately guide the gentle yet powerful medicinal properties of the Crimson Sun Warm Jade Grass.

The profound and mysterious methods of the Supreme Immortal Chapter began to operate.

The pure and vast aura, like the spring sun melting snow, began to dissipate and expel the sinister power belonging to the Holy Maiden of Candlelight within her body.

With the subtle amplification from the Concentrated Star Gazing Pendant, the medicinal power of the Crimson Sun Warm Jade Grass flowed like a gentle stream, precisely cleansing the damaged meridians and foundation.

The wisps of chilling aura were forced out of the body and dissipated into the air.

Under the combined effects of the Supreme Immortal Chapter and the Crimson Sun Warm Jade Grass, the damaged foundation is being repaired and rebuilt at a speed visible to the naked eye...

I don't know how much time passed.

When the last trace of sinister power was completely expelled from the body.

Pei Yun suddenly opened his eyes!

An unprecedented sense of clarity spread throughout my body, as if a heavy burden had been lifted!

Within his dantian, a faint but incredibly pure vortex of energy slowly formed and began to rotate.

The foundation has been completely restored!