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Chapter 58 Shen Lian's Pledge of Allegiance, the Embroidered Uniform Guard's Scheme
At the entrance of the Yang residence, Shen Lian and his remaining dozen or so Imperial Guards were still kneeling there, not daring to utter a sound.
The two terrifying auras that erupted from within the mansion were enough to make their souls tremble—one was cold and noble, as if it would freeze the entire world; the other was domineering and violent, as if it would destroy the entire sky!
Although both auras were only fleeting, they had already completely destroyed all their pride and fighting spirit!
They finally understood what kind of terrifying being they had provoked today!
This small Yang residence actually hides two peerless masters whose strength far surpasses that of ordinary grandmasters!
This is practically a den of dragons and tigers!
Shen Lian's heart was filled with endless bitterness and... a trace of relief.
He was glad he had chosen to give in, otherwise he would probably be a cold corpse by now.
He finally understood why that young man named Yang Qian dared to be so fearless, daring to disregard the Embroidered Uniform Guard and the Ming Dynasty.
It turns out that behind them stood such a terrifying behemoth!
Just as they were filled with fear and wild thoughts, the tightly closed gates of the Yang residence slowly opened.
Qian Si came out from inside.
He glanced at the corpses of the Imperial Guards on the ground, then at Shen Lian, who was kneeling on the ground with a deathly pale face, and revealed an undisguised mockery and disdain.
"Commander Shen,"
He walked up to Shen Lian and said condescendingly,
"Our master said that since you're still somewhat useful, he'll spare your life today. You can take your men and leave."
Shen Lian felt as if he had been granted a pardon upon hearing this!
He struggled to get up from the ground, but he was too badly injured to move.
"but……"
Qian Si suddenly changed the subject, "Our master also said that while you may be spared the death penalty, you cannot escape punishment. You killed someone from our Yang family and disturbed our lady; you must give an explanation for this, right?"
Shen Lian felt a chill run down his spine upon hearing this.
He knew that the other party was giving him a warning and testing him.
He must present a "pledge of allegiance" that will satisfy the other party!
Otherwise, he still wouldn't be able to leave this Yang residence today!
"Please...please rest assured, Young Master Yang!"
Shen Lian gritted his teeth and said with difficulty, "Today's events are entirely my fault! I was blind and didn't recognize your greatness, offending Young Master Yang and his wife! It has nothing to do with the court! It has nothing to do with the Embroidered Uniform Guard! I will definitely apologize to the Commander and the Emperor when I return!"
"Say that Lord Zhui Ming's case has been solved! The murderer is none other than 'Lin Yichen,' the one killed by the mysterious blind master! This case is now closed! From this day forward, our Imperial Guards will never set foot in Qixia Town again!"
"As for those brothers who died here today..."
Shen Lian glanced at the corpses of his colleagues on the ground, a trace of pain and reluctance flashing in his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by a cold ruthlessness!
"They all tragically died in the line of duty while pursuing the notorious bandit 'Lin Yichen'! I will petition the imperial court for their commendation! Their families will receive the most generous compensation! The Yang family will absolutely not be implicated in the slightest!"
Shen Lian, as expected of a seasoned veteran in officialdom, managed to extricate himself and the entire Embroidered Uniform Guard from this matter with just a few words!
He also inadvertently did Yang Qian a huge favor!
Qian Si nodded in agreement after hearing this.
This Shen Lian is indeed a flexible and ruthless person; he's certainly qualified to be his master's dog.
"Very good." Qian Si nodded in satisfaction.
He took a small porcelain bottle out of his pocket and threw it in front of Shen Lian.
"This is the healing medicine our master gave you. Apply it quickly, then take your men and get out of here. Remember, our master doesn't like trouble. If there's a next time, you can come back to him with your head on your back."
Having said that, Qian Si ignored them and turned back to the Yang residence. Welcome to the fantasy world of martial arts novels, the entrance is here: p
Shen Lian looked at the tightly closed vermilion gate, then at the small porcelain bottle on the ground that emitted a faint fragrance, and a very complex expression appeared on his face.
There was humiliation, anger, and resentment... but more than anything, there was a sense of relief at surviving a catastrophe.
He struggled to pick up the porcelain bottle, uncorked it, and a refreshing medicinal fragrance instantly filled his nostrils.
He only took a sniff, and he felt his churning blood and qi calm down considerably.
"Excellent medicine!" Shen Lian was shocked!
This is absolutely a legendary miracle cure!
Its quality is so high that it is probably even better than those treasured in the Jinyiwei's treasury!
The depth of this mysterious Yang Mansion is truly unfathomable!
He dared not hesitate any longer and quickly poured the medicine powder from the porcelain bottle onto his wound.
A cool and refreshing feeling instantly spread throughout my body!
His internal organs, which had been shattered by Yang Qian's punch, were rapidly healing at a speed visible to the naked eye!
In just the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, he had already recovered 30-40% of his mobility!
"Sir, are you...are you alright?"
The Imperial Guards who were still kneeling nearby were all dumbfounded when they saw this scene.
"Get up, everyone." Shen Lian slowly stood up from the ground.
He glanced at the dozen or so corpses of his companions on the ground, a trace of grief flashing in his eyes.
"Take all the bodies of our brothers with you."
He said hoarsely, "Let's go home."
"Yes, sir!"
……
That afternoon, Shen Lian, along with the remaining Imperial Guards and the dozen or so cold corpses, left Qixia Town in a sorry state.
Shortly after they left, an urgent secret report was sent from Qixia Town to the Forbidden City in Beijing at top speed.
The secret report contained very little, only a few lines.
"Zhuiming has died. The true culprit is Yang Qian. His strength is unfathomable, and he is suspected to be a descendant of gods and demons. His wife, Qin, possesses extraordinary talent and is suspected to be a descendant of the Yihua Palace."
"Seven Heroes Town is a den of dragons and tigers; it should not be disturbed lightly."
"Your subject, Shen Lian, is willing to offer myself as bait, lurking in the shadows, waiting for the opportune moment to devise a plan for the future."
……
Yang Mansion, Study.
Yang Qian was unaware of the underhanded tactics Shen Lian was employing behind the scenes.
He was looking at the two stunningly beautiful women sitting opposite him with a headache.
A cold and domineering figure, exuding an aura of authority, was scrutinizing her with a knowing and amused gaze.
Another gentle and quiet woman, with captivating eyes, was secretly watching her with a curious and adoring gaze.
Beside him nestled a stunningly beautiful woman, who was gazing at him with eyes full of stars.
What is this? A chaotic scene?
Yang Qian felt like his head was about to explode.
He would rather fight ten more grandmasters than face this bizarre and awkward situation again.
"Ahem." Yang Qian coughed lightly twice, breaking the suffocating silence.
"Um... Palace Mistress Yaoyue, Palace Mistress Lianxing,"
He looked at Yaoyue and Lianxing and said, "Now that the trouble in Qixia Town has been temporarily resolved, shouldn't we discuss our next steps? For example, Yan Nantian's treasure..."
He tried to change the subject.
However, Yaoyue was not buying it at all.
"There's no rush regarding the treasure," she said casually.
Her clear, cold phoenix eyes swept over Qin Shuyu, who was nestled happily beside Yang Qian, and a cold smile curled at the corner of her lips.
"What I'm more curious about now is... what exactly is your relationship with your 'good sister-in-law'?"