Great Xia: At the start, summon the Net of Heaven to suppress the martial arts world.

"This humble citizen, Ji Jian, the sect leader of the Lingjian Sect, greets the Director of the Zhenwu Division!"

The moment the words left his mouth, Ji Jian suddenly felt a sharp, knife-like gaze shooting towards him, pressing down on him so heavily that he could hardly breathe.

In an instant, an unprecedented sense of life and death crisis surged into my heart, as if my life and death were completely controlled by the other party, and if the other party made the slightest mistake, I would be reduced to ashes in an instant!

Time ticked by, but the suffocating pressure showed no sign of abating. Finally, after a long while, the director slowly spoke…

"Stand up and answer!" The authoritative and cold voice came, as if carrying invisible pressure, making people dare not disobey.

Upon hearing this, Ji Jian trembled slightly, then slowly stood up. He lowered his head, avoiding eye contact, and a fine layer of sweat beaded on his forehead.

"Tell me, what value do you possess that makes my commander of a thousand men so protective of you?"

Qiang Ri sat in a huge chair, his eyes cold as ice, staring intently at Ji Jian.

At that moment, Ji Jian felt a chill rise from the soles of his feet, instantly spreading throughout his body. Cold sweat broke out uncontrollably, quickly soaking his entire back again. He knew that if he couldn't give a satisfactory answer now, he would face a choice between life and death.

Ji Jian took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, and said, "Reporting to Your Excellency, I am willing to lead more than a thousand people from my sect to serve the Zhenwu Division and await Your Excellency's orders!" After saying this, Ji Jian's heart was in his throat. He didn't know if this offer would be enough to move the high and mighty official in front of him.

However, after hearing Ji Jian's words, Qiang Ri merely glanced at him indifferently, seemingly uninterested in what he was saying. To Qiang Ri, these thousand-odd people from the sect were of little use.

Although the Spirit Sword Sect has over a thousand members, the total number of those at the Acquired and Innate Realms combined is at most only about twenty. Such strength is truly mediocre.

Ji Jian's heart sank upon seeing this, but he also understood that the current situation did not allow him to continue considering it.

Gritting his teeth, he said again, "My lord, although my sect's strength is limited, we will definitely do our best to serve the Zhenwu Division in the future. As long as you can spare my life, I will repay your kindness with my life."

Qiang Ri remained silent, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest, seemingly deep in thought. After a long while, he finally spoke slowly:

"Since that's the case, you will serve under Gu Xiu from now on. Once the Changde Prefecture branch of the Zhenwu Division is established, you will hold a temporary post as a centurion within the Zhenwu Division." With that, Qiang Ri waved his hand, signaling Ji Jian to leave.

Ji Jian felt as if he had been granted a pardon. He was overjoyed upon hearing this and immediately bowed. He was willing to be a centurion, let alone a captain. He understood the principle that it's good to have a powerful backer.

"Thank you for your kindness, sir. From now on, please give me your orders. I will go through fire and water without hesitation!"

Upon hearing this, Qiang Ri nodded indifferently and turned to look at Gu Xiu.

"I will remain in Changde Prefecture for three days. Within these three days, all cases must be resolved. After three days, I will return to the capital to report back!"

"Within the branch, you and your many elite troops will be stationed there. If there is a shortage of manpower, we will require each major sect to send elite disciples to join the Zhenwu Division to assist you in handling cases."

"Those who refuse, kill!"

Upon hearing this, Gu Xiu stepped forward again, bowed, and replied:

"Please rest assured, sir, I will do my utmost to handle matters within Changde Prefecture and will certainly live up to your expectations!"

. . .

At the same moment, a series of events that occurred in the distant Changde Prefecture were once again quietly unfolding around the bustling capital.

Accompanied by Xia Taige's command, which was full of authority and decisiveness.

Jing Ni, like an arrow released from a bow, swiftly led her battle-hardened and well-trained elite troops into a decisive and swift operation.

Like a series of precise and swift arrows, they methodically traversed the streets and alleys, following the case files that had been repeatedly verified and confirmed to be accurate, and began a large-scale arrest of the criminals listed as targets.

In every corner of the capital, the people could often see the elite guards of the Zhenwu Division, with solemn expressions and orderly steps, escorting dejected prisoners toward the mysterious and awe-inspiring Zhenwu Division prison.

These thugs who used to bully and act tyrannically have finally been brought to justice, which has put the people's minds at ease. Everyone's face is filled with a relieved and joyful smile.

However, in stark contrast to the peace of mind of the people in the capital, there were the martial arts practitioners who roamed the surrounding areas of the capital.

In an instant, the entire martial arts world seemed to be shrouded in a thick gloom, with people filled with fear and unease.

About seventy kilometers southwest of the capital, there is a majestic mountain range that rises straight into the clouds.

This mountain is majestic and shrouded in mist, resembling a sleeping dragon winding and coiling on the earth.

Deep within these mountains stands the renowned Wuji Palace, one of the ten great sects of the Great Xia Dynasty.

At this moment, in the main hall of the Wuji Palace, many high-ranking officials gathered together to discuss the matter of the imperial court's large-scale massacre.

"According to information, the Zhenwu Division was established only a few days ago, and the imperial court has not assigned it any experts. The people in the Zhenwu Division are all confidants of Prince Xuan, Xia Taige."

"Our people also tried to infiltrate the Zhenwu Division and the Xuanwang Mansion, but they were like an iron barrel, without any flaws. Moreover, there are many experts among them, and the security is comparable to that of the imperial palace. Our people cannot even sneak in. Recently, dozens of experts have been sent in for nothing."

"What's strange is that in just one day, this Prince Xuan transformed from a carefree playboy into the head of the Zhenwu Division, who commands a vast array of skilled warriors. I wonder if it's the mobilization of the Great Xia's hidden strength!"

“In the entire capital, there are currently only three places where there are no informants from my Wuji Palace. Two are the Zhenwu Division and the Xuanwang Mansion, and the other is deep within the Great Xia Imperial Mausoleum. This Xuanwang is indeed quite mysterious.”

"Currently, only one Grandmaster has been identified, a so-called Director named Jing Ni. According to the imperial court's organizational structure, there are four Directors, and above them is one Deputy Director. Their current strength is unknown, but they are all very likely Grandmasters! Judging from the strength displayed so far, there may already be no fewer than a hundred Master-level experts below them!"

Inside the main hall, the hall master in charge of intelligence stood upright in the center of the hall, solemnly reporting to the elders, protectors, and hall master.

After hearing this, everyone in the hall remained silent for a long time, as if they were intimidated by the powerful strength of the Zhenwu Division.