CHAPTER 628: CHAPTER 320: DEMON CULTIVATOR ATTACK

At this moment, Li Yunjing had no idea that his admiration had sparked many tumultuous events in Yingtian Prefecture.

After Zhu Wanyun finished her performance, she returned to Li Yunjing’s side. This time, Li Yunjing found a shared interest with Zhu Wanyun, and they were able to talk happily and freely.

The Emperor, as well as the royal family members and all the civil and military ministers, did not dare to interrupt Li Yunjing and Zhu Wanyun’s engrossing conversation. They could only whisper amongst themselves while enjoying the delicious food and fine wines.

The Emperor did not feel any disappointment; on the contrary, a smile rarely left his face as he eavesdropped on the conversation between Li Yunjing and Zhu Wanyun throughout the night.

Of course, he couldn’t catch anything particularly significant.

Most of Li Yunjing’s conversation was filled with admiration for Zhu Wanyun’s talents and discussions on musical theory. He intentionally provided guidance on Zhu Wanyun’s cultivation, combining it with her musical knowledge...

This welcoming banquet lasted until midnight.

When Li Yunjing left, he was in a good mood and chatted with the Emperor and Zhu Wanyun for a while.

Only then, with everyone’s farewell, did he board the carriage prepared by the royal family and was escorted back to "Shenxiao Temple."

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In the following three days, Li Yunjing did not leave "Shenxiao Temple."

No matter which faction invited him, Li Yunjing had Li Linzi and Gu Wenzhuo turn them down.

Combining the intelligence from "Shenxiao Temple" with his own knowledge, Li Yunjing gained a profound understanding of the complex environment in Yingtian Prefecture.

This investigation shocked him deeply.

The civil and military ministers in the Great Ming Empire had significant backgrounds!

If Li Yunjing were not from the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," any other faction would hardly be able to keep the situation under control!

There were quite a few influential sects and clans involved!

Some of these forces were ones Li Yunjing was rather wary of, which made him realize that the mortal world was also entangled with numerous people and powers.

With these concerns in mind and the fact that he had accepted money, Li Yunjing naturally felt compelled to act.

Using an excuse, Li Yunjing secluded himself in the main hall where he resided.

This seclusion puzzled many forces outside.

What exactly did this significant figure from the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" intend to do?

The "Shenxiao Dao Sect" wouldn’t send a prominent figure here just to waste time, would they?

Every move Li Yunjing made was analyzed in depth, causing a surge of covert activities throughout Yingtian Prefecture, while the second and third generations of some influential families were ordered to stay home to avoid causing trouble.

In this situation, even Li Linzi and Gu Wenzhuo were bewildered. Did their Senior Brother Li seclude himself just like that?

What was the point of secluding himself in this broken place?

If you secluded yourself in the Grotto Heaven Blessed Land of the Shenxiao Mountain Range, wouldn’t you get twice the results with half the effort?

Why did you come here at all?

These small figures had no idea that Li Yunjing was being punished and had to be sent to this "godforsaken" place.

Li Yunjing did not come here with any so-called "mission" to deal with someone!

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Li Yunjing didn’t care about the speculation outside. He focused entirely on his seclusion, undisturbed, and felt very comfortable.

This seclusion mainly focused on cultivating some advanced techniques.

Three months passed calmly. On this day, Li Yunjing suddenly opened his eyes. A brilliant light flashed briefly and then returned to normal.

After three months of arduous cultivation, Li Yunjing completely stabilized his cultivation at the Foundation Establishment Realm Fourth Heaven. He also gained deeper insights into various subjects during this period.

After staying at "Shenxiao Temple," Li Yunjing couldn’t afford to remain unseen for too long. At the very least, he needed to go out and inquire about the recent developments.

With this in mind, Li Yunjing stepped out of his main hall and summoned Li Linzi and Gu Wenzhuo.

Upon seeing Li Yunjing, who had been in seclusion for a long time, Li Linzi’s face lit up with joy, and he exclaimed, "Observatory Master, you finally came out!"

"What is it?"

Seeing Li Linzi’s expression, as if something had happened, Li Yunjing frowned and asked in a deep voice.

Gu Wenzhuo, standing to the side, quickly picked up the conversation and said urgently, "This is what happened! Last month, many strange incidents occurred in Yingtian Prefecture. Some commoners died without any clear cause, and it was very bizarre!"

Hearing this, Li Yunjing’s expression grew even darker.

He knew that if only a few, dozens, or even hundreds of people had died, it would be insignificant in a large city like Yingtian Prefecture!

Judging by the urgency in these two’s expressions, it must be that many people had died.

So Li Yunjing asked, "Exactly how many people have died? What are the symptoms?"

"In just one month, the number of deaths in the city has already reached seven to eight thousand! Many families died together. Recently, there have been rumors in the city that an epidemic has broken out!"

Seeing the serious look in Li Yunjing’s eyes, Li Linzi quickly understood that the Observatory Master was grasping their point and hastily reported.

"That many people?"

Li Yunjing couldn’t help but exclaim. He scrutinized Li Linzi and Gu Wenzhuo, showing displeasure, and said in a deep voice, "Something so serious, why didn’t you report it earlier!"

By the end, Li Yunjing’s voice had turned extremely cold!

This made Li Linzi and Gu Wenzhuo’s faces change dramatically, knowing full well that the Observatory Master was angry!

If Li Yunjing were just an Observatory Master, it wouldn’t be an issue. They could let him be angry all he wanted!

However, Li Yunjing was also a True Disciple!

A true dignitary, just one letter back to the Sect, could charge Li Linzi and Gu Wenzhuo with dereliction of duty!