The Lord God is kneeling on the washboard again

At this moment, atop the eerie, mist-shrouded Nether Peak within the Wudao Sword Sect, a tranquil scene shrouded in silence, yet a hidden mystery loomed. Gongye Qingge, the master of Nether Peak, stood gracefully atop the mountain, her black robe rustling in the wind, as if merging with this gloomy place. Opposite him stood a woman with a cool, icy demeanor like frost and snow—Xing Xuanli.

The two stood facing each other, and when their eyes met, they seemed to have countless words to say, but they remained silent, making people curious about what secret things they were talking about.

Gongye Qingge was the first to break the silence. He narrowed his eyes slightly and said in a low and magnetic voice, "Little girl, what brings you here?"

Xing Xuanli pursed her red lips, glanced at Gongye Qingge, and then said, "There is something I need to trouble you with, Junior Master."

Gongye Qingge frowned slightly and asked, "What's the matter? Feel free to tell me."

Xing Xuanli said, "I'm going to the Purple Cloud Secret Realm this time, and I don't know when I'll be back. I hope Junior Master can help me take care of the Sun and Moon Palace."

Gongye Qingge nodded slightly and replied, "Don't worry, as long as I'm here, I will definitely not let anything happen to the Sun and Moon Palace."

Xing Xuanli looked at him gratefully, "With Junior Master's words, I feel much more at ease."

Gongye Qingge smiled and said, "Just go with peace of mind. Don't worry too much."

Xing Xuanli sighed softly, "I just don't know what difficulties and obstacles I'll encounter in this secret realm."

Gongye Qingge patted her shoulder and said, "With your ability, you will definitely be able to turn danger into safety."

Xing Xuanli's eyes became firm, "Thank you for your encouragement, Junior Master. I will be careful and cautious."

Gongye Qingge looked at her and said, "Be careful. If you need anything, send a message to me."

Xing Xuanli nodded, "Okay, then, Junior Master, I'm ready to set off now."

"Junior Master, goodbye." Xing Xuanli bowed slightly, with a hint of reluctance and determination in her eyes.

Gongye Qingge smiled and nodded, "Take care on your journey."

Xing Xuanli turned around, her sleeves fluttering as she walked down the mountain. Gongye Qingge watched her gradually walk away, silently blessing her in his heart.

The sunlight shone on Xing Xuanli, highlighting her slender figure. Her steps were light yet powerful, and she gradually disappeared from Gongye Qingge's sight, carrying with her anticipation for an unknown journey and her concern for the Sun and Moon Palace.

After Xing Xuanli left the Wudao Sword Sect, she came to Yingsha Tower to find Shi Sang before leaving. Xing Xuanli stopped at the Yingsha Tower.

The disciple on duty today bowed and said respectfully: "I greet the owner of the building.

Xing Xuanli nodded slightly and said, "Thank you for your hard work." Then she walked straight into the hall.

Her steps were firm and calm, and her posture was graceful yet inviolable.

Shi Sang was discussing matters with several hall masters in the building, and suddenly stopped when he saw Xing Xuanli coming.

Several hall masters said respectfully in unison: "Greetings, lord of the building,

Xing Xuanli nodded and said, "Get up! Thank you all for your hard work,

Several hall masters once again said respectfully in unison: "Master, please excuse me. This is our responsibility."

Xing Xuanli looked at them, her eyes full of trust and gratitude, "With you all here, I believe the affairs of this building will be in order."

Shi Sang Shi Sang dismissed several hall masters and said, "That's all for today. We'll discuss this later."

After the hall masters left, Shi Sang teased Xing Xuanli, "How come you have time to come to the headquarters today?"

Xing Xuanli rolled her eyes at her, "What? You don't welcome me?"

Shi Sang waved his hands quickly, "How dare I, how dare I, you're a very busy man, it's not easy to see you on weekdays."

Xing Xuanli smiled helplessly, "Stop talking nonsense, is there anything going on in the building recently?"

Shi Sang came closer to Xing Xuanli and said, "What could possibly happen? Everything is under control. As for you, do you have any important instructions for coming here today?"

Xing Xuanli sighed softly, "Nothing special, just came to take a look."

Xing Xuanli and Shi Sang had almost finished chatting before she told Shi Sang that she was going on a long trip.

Xing Xuanli took a sip of tea and slowly said, "Shi Sang, I have something to tell you. I'm going on a long journey."

When Shi Sang heard this, he frowned slightly and said hurriedly, "Ari, why do you suddenly want to go away? Where are you going?"

Xing Xuanli took a sip of tea and slowly said, "Shi Sang, I have something to tell you. I'm going on a long journey."

When Shi Sang heard this, the smile on his face disappeared instantly, and he asked anxiously: "Ari, why do you suddenly want to go away?" Where are you going?

Xing Xuanli put down the teacup and said calmly, "I want to go back to Ziyun Valley to pay my respects to Master."

Shi Sang was slightly startled, then said, "So that's how it is. Are you alone? Do you want me to accompany you?"

Xing Xuanli refused and said, "I'm not going back to Ziyun Valley alone this time. I'm taking Nangong Han and the child with me."

Shi Sang nodded: "That's good. The whole family can go together and we can take care of each other on the way. So when are you planning to leave?"

Xing Xuanli replied: "In just these two days, everything has been almost packed."

Shi Sang said, "Be careful on your journey, and let me know when you arrive."

Xing Xuanli smiled and replied, "Okay, don't worry."

Shi Sang suddenly remembered something important to tell Xing Xuanli, "Ah Li, we have found the person who hired the Shadow Killer to kill you."

Xing Xuanli's expression tightened. "Tell me quickly, who is it?"

Shi Sang leaned closer to her and whispered, “Chen Mei.

Xing Xuanli frowned, a cold look flashed in her eyes, "Chen Mei, the younger sister of Prince Xiao's concubine."

Shi Sang nodded. It was her.

Xing Xuanli's eyes were cold as she said, "She's just a clown. Don't bother with her. She owes Yingsha her salary. It's time to collect on her."

Shi Sang nodded seriously, "Ari, I'll arrange for someone to take care of this."

Xing Xuanli said: "Tell Nalan Qin (Blood Moon)" She knew what to do.

Xing Xuanli hugs Shi Sang, and everything in Shi Sang (Ye Mei)'s building is handed over to you.

Shi Sang patted her back and comforted her, "Don't worry, it's you who will write to me when you get to Ziyun Valley to let me know you're safe, okay?

Xing Xuanli smiled and said, "Okay

After saying goodbye to Shi Sang, Xing Xuanli turned around and set out on the road back to the Regent's Palace.

The breeze rustled her hair, and her skirt fluttered gently. She quickened her pace, and the outline of the Regent's Palace gradually became clear before her eyes.

Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) had been waiting for her in the bedroom for a long time. Seeing her return, he frowned and asked, "Why did you take so long to go to the Wudao Sword Sect?"

Xing Xuanli sighed softly and walked over to sit beside him. "I encountered something on the way and was delayed."

Yun Mohan looked concerned, "What happened?"

Xing Xuanli briefly told him about Chen Mei hiring a shadow killer and the subsequent investigation.

A hint of coldness flashed in Yun Mohan's eyes, "This Chen Mei is quite courageous."

Xing Xuanli leaned in his arms, "Fortunately, you are here, I am not so worried anymore."

Yun Mohan hugged her tightly, "Don't worry, I won't let anyone hurt you."

She did not mention that she went to Yingsha Tower. Although Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) knew that Shi Sang was the deputy owner of Yingsha Tower, he was not aware that she was the owner of Yingsha Tower.