My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"Oh?"

Upon hearing Tang Ningshuang's words, Jiang Xiaobai's expression immediately turned curious: "What connection does he have with our Zhenbei Marquis's mansion?"

"Lu Chenshan's father was a former subordinate of your Zhenbei Army."

Tang Ningshuang looked in the direction Lu Chenshan had left and said, "Back then, during the battle in the northern border, his father died at the border while covering the rear to protect the grain supplies."

"Back then, your father personally sent someone to deliver compensation money to the Lu family, and even... used his connections to get Lu Chenshan into the Dragon Tiger Sect."

"what?"

Jiang Xiaobai's face flashed with surprise.

He really didn't know about this.

"but……"

Tang Ningshuang paused for a moment before saying, "Lu Chenshan didn't rely on this connection to join the Zhenbei Army; instead, he participated in the martial arts examination on his own. Therefore, this person... has great integrity."

"really!"

Jiang Xiaobai nodded gently.

If Lu Chenshan really wanted to rely on their Zhenbei Marquis's mansion, his father would have made arrangements based on his father's connections.

But Lu Chenshan chose the path of the martial arts examination and earned his place through his own efforts, which is truly inspiring!

only……

Jiang Xiaobai looked at Tang Ningshuang again and asked, "Miss Tang, how did you know all this so clearly?"

"oh!"

Tang Ningshuang said calmly, "During the martial arts examination, I investigated all the well-known opponents."

"Ah, I always thought you got here by brute force!"

Jiang Xiaobai looked at Tang Ningshuang, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes: "I didn't expect you to rely on your brains too!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Xiaobai suddenly realized that something was wrong with what he had said.

Yes, he meant to praise Tang Ningshuang, but the way he said it clearly didn't suit him.

Sure enough, Tang Ningshuang glared at Jiang Xiaobai and said, "So, in your impression, I'm a brainless person!"

"Ha ha!"

Jiang Xiaobai chuckled twice and said, "How could that be!"

While Jiang Xiaobai was feeling awkward, Li Zhiwei smiled to herself.

"By the way, Miss Tang, what about Qin Zhaoye? Do you know anything about him?"

To avoid an awkward situation, Jiang Xiaobai changed the subject.

"As for Qin Zhaoye... I've heard that he studied at Yanyun Manor in his younger days."

Tang Ningshuang said, "Later, I left Yanyun Manor and disappeared for a while. Then, I participated in this martial arts examination."

"Yanyun Manor?"

Jiang Xiaobai was somewhat puzzled.

"Yes, it's just a martial arts sect, but it's quite famous for its swordsmanship and movement techniques."

Tang Ningshuang nodded and said, "It's just that the moves Qin Zhaoye used during the martial arts examination were not the style of Yanyun Manor."

"The moves are somewhat varied, but... the internal energy is very pure. As for the rest, I don't know!"

As she spoke, Tang Ningshuang frowned and said, "When I fought this person, I always felt... that he was hiding something!"

"No matter what he's hiding, this guy is no good. If we get the chance, we must kill him!"

Jiang Xiaobai replied in a slightly indifferent tone.

That's right, this person clearly knew his identity, yet still dared to openly provoke him.

This kind of person is dangerous.

So don't give him a chance.

Every single time, he had to find a way to kill Qin Zhaoye.

The kind that shows absolutely no mercy!

Tang Ningshuang nodded and said nothing more.

As the three ventured deeper into the garden, they noticed that the number of imperial guards stationed there was constantly increasing.

There were even patrol teams constantly passing by.

This shows just how heavily guarded this place is.

In addition, some scholars can be seen in this royal garden, but not many.

When these scholars saw the Imperial Guards, they mostly kept quiet and dared not make any noise.

Soon, Jiang Xiaobai paused slightly, his gaze falling on a pavilion overlooking the lake in the distance.

There were many maids waiting there, and several people dressed in the uniforms of the Zhenying Division stood outside the courtyard, watching the surroundings menacingly.

His hand remained motionless on the knife.

They give the impression that these people will act at the slightest sign of trouble.

Jiang Xiaobai glanced at it and then looked away.

He's here to report to the Green Robe Society today after all. As for the Emperor... it's best to avoid him if possible!

After all, we've encountered a lot of problems.

With that thought in mind, Jiang Xiaobai didn't stop and continued walking forward with the two of them.

But they had only walked a short distance when they heard hurried footsteps behind them.

"Wait, is that the young master of the Jiang family up ahead?"

Ok?

Jiang Xiaobai turned around and saw a young eunuch running over quickly.

The young eunuch approached, bowed respectfully to Jiang Xiaobai, and said, catching his breath, "Young Master Jiang, His Majesty requests your presence!"

"what?"

Jiang Xiaobai's expression froze slightly.

No, he hadn't even seen His Majesty from this far away, yet His Majesty saw him first?!

When Li Zhiwei heard that the emperor had summoned him, he looked somewhat nervous.

Tang Ningshuang remained relatively calm, only glancing at Jiang Xiaobai without saying a word.

"Ahem, um... young master!"

Jiang Xiaobai glanced towards the pavilion and said, "Could you go to the Green Robe Society first, and then go to pay your respects to His Majesty?"

"this……"

Upon hearing this, the young eunuch broke out in a cold sweat and nervously said to Jiang Xiaobai, "Young Master Jiang, His Majesty has summoned you; how can you refuse!"

"This humble servant dares not make the decision himself. Why don't you go and speak to the Emperor yourself?"

Yes.

If it were anyone else, upon hearing that His Majesty had summoned them, they would probably run there in no time.

Jiang Xiaobai, on the other hand, actually wanted to go to the Green Robe Society first before paying his respects?

If he were to take these words back with him, His Majesty might be displeased and blame him. His frail body wouldn't be able to withstand that.

Seeing Jiang Xiaobai's troubled expression, the little eunuch suddenly remembered something and said, "Oh, right, Young Master Jiang, there are quite a few members of the Green Robe Society inside too!"

"Oh?"

Jiang Xiaobai raised an eyebrow slightly: "Are the Qingshan Society members here too?"

"yes!"

The young eunuch quickly nodded and said, "Therefore, Young Master Jiang, you should come with me!"

"Alright then!"

Jiang Xiaobai hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded: "Lead the way!"

"Young Master Jiang, come with me!"

The young eunuch visibly breathed a sigh of relief, said respectfully, and turned to lead the way.

Jiang Xiaobai glanced at Li Zhiwei and Tang Ningshuang, and could only follow.

The closer you get to that pavilion, the more people are guarding it.

Jiang Xiaobai even saw several members of the Zhenying Division, their gazes sweeping over them with icy eyes.

However, when the group saw Tang Ningshuang, their expressions softened, and they nodded slightly as a greeting.

Tang Ningshuang nodded in response.

Jiang Xiaobai saw this and a look of surprise flashed across his face.

It seems that Tang Ningshuang is quite popular in the Zhenying Division, even though she just joined.

But thinking about it, it makes sense. Tang Ningshuang is a martial arts expert, a woman, and beautiful, so it's no wonder she's popular.

With Jiang Xiaobai thinking this, they soon arrived outside the courtyard.

Before even entering, Jiang Xiaobai heard Xiao Jinxuan's hearty laughter coming from inside.

"Haha, I think Jiang Xiaobai can do it!!"