When Ji Xuanjing heard what Ji Yuanfang wanted, he actually breathed a sigh of relief.

    What he feared was not what Ji Yuanfang wanted, but rather that Ji Yuanfang wanted nothing at all.

    Currently, Ji Yuanfang''s status within the Imperial Family and among the ministers has almost reached its peak. Whatever he desires beyond that, Ji Xuanjing does not dare to even imagine.

    The position of Grand Commander in the Dragon Martial Bureau, although important, is something Ji Yuanfang wants to give to him.

    To exchange the position of a Grand Commander for the imperial throne, Ji Xuanjing could think of no reason to refuse.

    Moreover, he found that this Imperial Uncle was somewhat similar to Han Zheng.

    Han Zheng refused his goodwill for a Xuanpin Pearl, risking everything to kill Sheng Tian''an.

    Ji Yuanfang also risked the danger to interfere in the struggle for the throne for a position as Grand Commander in the Dragon Martial Bureau.

    But what they both sought was the same: what is mine, I must obtain.

    However, Ji Xuanjing did not know that Han Zheng''s persistence was because the Xuanpin Pearl could refine Divine Blood and help him reach the Half-step Yang God Realm.

    As for what deeper meaning lay behind Ji Yuanfang''s desire for the position of Grand Commander in the Dragon Martial Bureau, it was something Ji Xuanjing could not comprehend.

    "Rest assured, Imperial Uncle, I am not Father Emperor.

    Father Emperor does not remember past kindnesses, but I will always remember those who have helped me. Sёar?h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

    As long as Imperial Uncle can assist me in ascending to the throne, you will be below only one but above millions!"

    Ji Xuanjing lowered his voice, sincerely making this promise.

    Ji Yuanfang smiled, patting him on the shoulder and said, "I trust the Second Prince; otherwise, I would not have come to you."

    "What does Imperial Uncle need me to do now?"

    Ji Yuanfang said lightly, "Don''t rush, now is not the time to act. For now, just continue as you have, don''t show any flaws.

    I''ve experienced two such struggles for the throne and have plenty of experience.

    The ultimate winner often isn''t the strongest, but the one who hides the deepest.

    As for the Demon Cleansing Bureau, there''s no need for you to rope them in.

    The Demon Cleansing Bureau only follows the Emperor''s orders. As long as you are not the Emperor, even if you are the Crown Prince, they will not heed your command.

    Attempting to earn Han Zheng''s gratitude is purely wishful thinking.

    Therefore, until you ascend to the throne, not only is the Demon Cleansing Bureau unworthy of your efforts to win over, you must see them as your enemies!

    So what you should do now is carry on as usual and be yourself."

    "Thank you, Imperial Uncle, everything will depend on you."

    Ji Xuanjing bowed, sincerely displaying a courteous humility.

    After speaking, he walked away with a heart full of excitement.

    Although he could not gain the gratitude of Han Zheng and Sheng Tian''an, he unexpectedly gained the support of Ji Yuanfang, which was undoubtedly a pleasant surprise.

    Although Ji Xuanjing did not yet have absolute trust in Ji Yuanfang, he saw no reason for him to deceive him.

    Besides the role of Grand Commander in the Dragon Martial Bureau, what else could Ji Yuanfang possibly want?

    At his age, ascending the throne would only lead to being overwhelmed by the Dragon Vein.

    And besides the imperial throne, Ji Xuanjing dared to promise anything at this point.

    Of course, whether or not these promises would be kept in the future was uncertain.

    At the moment, Ji Xuanjing was certainly willing, but the future was unpredictable.

    It''s like how Ji Taichang was willing to give the position of Grand Commander in the Dragon Martial Bureau to Ji Yuanfang at first, but once he ascended the throne, he changed his mind.

    At this moment, as Ji Yuanfang watched Ji Xuanjing''s departing figure, a trace of disdain appeared at the corner of his mouth.

    A tiger father and a dog son, each generation worse than the last!

    If such caliber could become an Emperor, then Great Zhou would truly be doomed!

    ...

    Meanwhile, in the Demon Cleansing Bureau, Xiang Yuangong had already summoned the Chief of the other Thirteen Guards.

    The majority of the Thirteen Guards were on missions, and presently, only seven Guards were in the Demon Cleansing Bureau, excluding the Divine Guard.

    The Divine Guard has always been uninvolved in such matters, so Han Zheng did not have Xiang Yuangong summon them.

    The Grand Stewards of the remaining six Guards looked at Han Zheng with curiosity, wondering why he had called them.

    The Thirteen Guards directly under the Grand Commander were the elite among the elite.

    Initially, when they heard that Han Zheng, a newcomer with no background and only at the True Pill Realm, was to command the Jing''an Guard, they were somewhat resentful.

    They had reached their current positions through countless battles, so why should a newcomer stand shoulder-to-shoulder with them?

    It wasn''t until Han Zheng attacked White Cloud Temple, solved the Arsenal case, subsequently entered Heaven Net City, and successively destroyed Duke Wei Mansion and Heaven Net Martial Sect, exterminating the remnants of the Blood Demon Sect, that they finally acknowledged him, thoroughly recognizing Han Zheng.

    Within the Demon Cleansing Bureau, one can be evil, greedy, or sinister, but you cannot be weak.

    While Han Zheng''s background was weak, his strength and capability did not lose out to the other Chiefs of the Thirteen Guards.

    So when Han Zheng invited them this time, they agreed so readily.

    If it were the previous Han Zheng, they wouldn''t have even bothered with him.

    Han Zheng cupped his hands towards the six present and said, "You are all my seniors, so I won''t beat around the bush.

    The Tower Master of Black Feather Building was recently killed by me, and now Black Feather Building is in a state of leaderless chaos.

    Everyone knows the situation of Black Feather Building, which harbors countless criminals and villains wanted by the Demon Cleansing Bureau, and hides a lot of underground black money.

    As long as we take down a branch building, we won''t lack for achievements and wealth.

    Therefore, I want to invite everyone to join me in eradicating Black Feather Building thoroughly."

    The faces of the Grand Stewards present changed slightly.

    The Tower Master of Black Feather Building had the cultivation of the Yang God Realm and was actually killed by Han Zheng?

    "According to what you say, now that Black Feather Building is without a leader, it''s a piece of meat that anyone can take. Why would you give it to us?"

    Someone directly questioned.

    Han Zheng spread his hands and said, "It''s simple, because if I ate this piece of meat alone, it would be hard to digest.

    The Tower Master of Black Feather Building was Sheng Tian''an, the young prince of the former Duke An.

    Though Duke An has been stripped of his title, his connections remain, and there are even people within our Demon Cleansing Bureau who are connected to him.

    I have killed Sheng Tian''an and destroyed Black Feather Building, and surely many will be dissatisfied. They might even attack me.

    To be safe, I can only let this piece of meat go.

    Everyone gets a bite, and even if someone wants to cause trouble, they have to consider that the law does not punish the masses."

    The identity of the Tower Master of Black Feather Building surprised everyone slightly; they hadn''t expected Sheng Tian''an to stay in the Capital City and even develop Black Feather Building to such an extent.

    After hearing Han Zheng''s reasons, the people present now looked at Han Zheng with newfound respect.

    Not tempted by benefits and able to prudently eliminate future risks, Han Zheng was indeed extraordinary.

    "Lord Han is indeed thorough in his thinking; in that case, we won''t stand on ceremony!"

    The one who questioned earlier laughed heartily and directly turned to gather his subordinates.

    The others also cupped their hands, agreeing to assist Han Zheng in eradicating Black Feather Building.

    It would be foolish to refuse free achievements and benefits.

    As for risks, who gives a damn!

    Forget about the connections left by Duke An Mansion; even if Duke An Mansion still existed, they wouldn''t be afraid.

    The Thirteen Guards are the direct guards of the Grand Commander, and the Chiefs of the Thirteen Guards are powerful and unruly figures.

    Moreover, the law does not punish the masses. With seven of the thirteen Chiefs, including Han Zheng, acting against Black Feather Building, even if someone wanted to penalize them, they had to ask if the Grand Commander would agree.

    With six of the Thirteen Guards taking action, eliminating the branches of Black Feather Building was almost child''s play.

    For them, this wasn''t much of a task, at best, it''s just working overtime.

    In less than half a day, Black Feather Building, once the leader of the underground forces in Capital City, was completely destroyed by the Demon Cleansing Bureau.

    This move also thoroughly intimidated other underground forces in the Capital City, bringing about a temporary improvement in the city''s law and order.

    However, shortly thereafter, a massive wave of impeachment and dissatisfaction from the gentry and aristocrats came flooding into the Demon Cleansing Bureau, directly targeting Han Zheng''s destruction of Black Feather Building.