The Crown Princess calculated with her fingers and the prince was terrified.

Jiang Xianyue turned to look at Shen Shijing.

"Her Highness the Princess's fate is now completely free from misfortune, so Your Highness can relax a little. Once we return to the capital, the Princess will be exonerated."

At first, Shen Shijing was distrustful of Jiang Xianyue.

Having been schemed against countless times in his past life, Shen Shijing was cautious in everything he did.

Now, thanks to Jiang Xianyue, Shen Shijing's heart has finally softened.

Could it be that all those suspicions were ultimately misplaced, and that Jiang Xian Yue was wrongly accused?

Shen Shijing pursed his lips, unsure how to face her. In both his past and present lives, Shen Shijing had never interacted with her like this.

Perhaps, making her the Crown Princess is truly the best choice.

"You truly possess the spirit of someone second only to one person."

Shen Shijing raised the corners of his mouth, his smile becoming somewhat gentle.

"If Miss Jiang becomes the Crown Princess in the future, I will not worry that she will be unable to manage the affairs of the Eastern Palace."

"Does His Highness the Crown Prince agree?"

"I will go back and inform my father."

Shen Shijing's voice was extremely serious.

Jiang Xianyue smiled too; she finally had a chance to get out of her predicament.

……

They traveled for a day and a half, and just as the sun was setting, they arrived at Wanggu Mountain.

Perhaps it will only take a month.

She was buried at Wanggushan.

He was buried with her at Wanggushan.

Returning to this familiar place felt like stepping into another world.

They unconsciously looked at each other, their gazes filled with a complexity that the other could not understand.

The only way to reach Wanggushan is on foot, a long and winding journey, but Jiang Xianyue felt exceptionally at ease.

After all, no demons or monsters have ever caused trouble on Wanggu Mountain.

Shen Shijing was not in good health. After walking a distance, he couldn't help but cough twice. His sickly appearance was very familiar to Jiang Xianyue.

Jiang Xian Yue wanted to laugh at him, but before she knew it, the two of them had already arrived at the sect's gate.

This small Taoist temple has only a few small characters written on the door: Xuanqing Temple.

It seems like the incense isn't burning well.

Even if they considered coming up to pray, it would be impossible for them to find them.

Jiang Xian Yue's abilities are undeniable. Shen Shi Jing had imagined how prosperous this place would be, but he never expected...

In his previous life, he had never been to the front of the mountain.

However, I also know the location.

"Your Highness seems quite familiar with Wanggushan."

Shen Shijing was stunned.

Visiting Jiang Xian Yue's grave has become a habit; how could I not know the way?

"Didn't His Highness the Crown Prince say that he had never been to Wanggu Mountain?"

Jiang Xianyue brought up the old matter again, her mind filled with the memory of how Shen Shijing had flatly refused to answer her question about how they had met.

Shen Shijing was also embarrassed and was about to speak when Xu Qingfeng came out.

A thin, old man followed behind him.

"My darling Xian Yue, you're finally back. Your master has missed you so much."

Disciples of the Xuanmen sect should be ethereal and otherworldly, yet Shen Shijing was unaware that such a reclusive master could so freely surround Jiang Xianyue, acting just like an old father who hadn't seen his child in a long time.

And she loves children very much.

He stood beside Jiang Xianyue, laughing and joking.

"Old man, there are outsiders here. Be more respectful."

Jiang Xianyue whispered a reminder.

Xu Qingfeng clasped his hands in a gesture of respect.

"I have met His Highness the Crown Prince."

In a single sentence, the matter of Shen Shijing's visit to Wanggushan was glossed over.

"Prince!"

The old man then took a good look at the person in front of him.

"this is not!"

"Yes, Master, this is the person you asked me to find, right?"

Jiang Xianyue smiled and looked at Shen Shijing. Perhaps Shen Shijing didn't know about the butterfly pendant yet? That was the only thought Jiang Xianyue could have.

It's not a bad idea to tell him now.

"When did I tell you to go down the mountain to find someone?"

The old man in front of me is still the same old man I knew.

Jiang Xianyue was very familiar with his every move.

But why has he changed his tune now?

If we calculate based on the timeline of this lifetime, it's only been a little over a month since he said those words. Although he's old, surely his mind wouldn't be so futile as to forget what he just said?

"What are you talking about!"

The old man frowned, seemingly genuinely not remembering.

He waved.

"Since we have guests, please come in and talk."

The old man waved his hand, and Jiang Xianyue and Shen Shijing's men entered the courtyard. The courtyard was small but somewhat dilapidated, which made Shen Shijing frown.

"Is this the Wanggu Mountain that Miss Jiang is so proud of?"

Shen Shijing asked in a low voice.

"What, does Your Highness find it objectionable?"

Jiang Xianyue's tone carried a hint of provocation.

"No, it's just that seeing how capable Miss Jiang is, this place is probably a bit different from what I expected."

"Your Highness, you can't judge things by appearances."

They walked through the garden and stopped near what was probably the back door.

This was the first time Shen Shijing had ever seen a reception held outside the main hall.

The hospitality provided in the back courtyard was truly perplexing to Shen Shijing.

When the back door was opened, Shen Shijing was stunned, but it also proved that the people of Wanggushan were capable and wealthy.

The residences here are scattered and incomplete, far inferior to his Crown Prince's Mansion.

This doesn't look like a rural place.

Jiang Xianyue is doing so well, why should she go back to the capital?

Shen Shijing couldn't help but show a surprised expression.

"Your Highness, the princess is in a separate courtyard."

Xu Qingfeng continued leading the prince inside. His disciples arranged for Liang Feng and the others to be properly detained. Wanggu Mountain was a Taoist temple, and sometimes when dealing with matters down the mountain, it might be necessary to imprison evil spirits. The prison here was more thorough than anything else.

Upon seeing the man in black and Zhang Yao, no one said anything; they remained calm as if nothing had happened.

Then they were taken away.

Shen Qingge opened the door, but instead of hugging her brother immediately, she hugged Jiang Xianyue.

"Sister Xianyue, are you alright? I've been so worried these past few days, afraid that you would suffer in my place, and I would never have peace of mind if that happened."

"The matter has been resolved. There will be no more evil spirits or monsters in Liuzhou. You can return to the capital, and the Crown Prince will clear your name."

Shen Qingge looked up and saw the Crown Prince.

Hmm...how to put it.

Shen Shijing felt that his brother's status no longer existed.

Shen Qingge seemed to be enjoying herself so much on Wanggu Mountain that she forgot all about home.

"Has Miss Jiang always lived here?"

"Of course!"

Jiang Xianyue didn't care about the image of their sect at all.

"Your Highness may not know, but sometimes exorcising demons and catching ghosts can be a lucrative business. After all, you're dealing with wealthy people."

After Jiang Xianyue finished speaking, she looked at Shen Shijing with an innocent expression.

Making money? Who would believe I don't make money?

Is this still the kind of person who cultivates with an air of ancient immortality? With such extravagance, how can one talk about cultivation?

"My master said that if you can't eat your fill, stay warm, or live a good life, how can you properly learn magic?"

Therefore, there was no ascetic practice on Mount Wanggu.

She smiled broadly, as if she had returned to her master's school and regained her confidence.

"Your Highness, please go and rest. This old man has something to discuss with my good disciple!"

The old man suddenly grabbed Jiang Xianyue and dealt with Shen Shijing for a moment. Shen Shijing could only suppress his emotions and nod.

Perfect timing, he should talk to his sister.