The beloved is reborn as a substitute, and the tyrant begs for forgiveness every night.

However, given that Xu Leyao was certain that Zheng Lingjia and Zheng Zhihe were both present, how could she possibly die so easily?

It's all just part of a performance to cooperate with this fake Taoist priest.

Thinking of this, Xu Leyao smiled.

Regardless of whether what the fake Taoist priest said was true or false, or whether it was Xu Leyao herself, Zheng Zhihe and Zheng Lingjia would not let her die so easily.

Therefore, whether it succeeds or fails today, this fake Taoist priest cannot leave.

Xu Leyao, however, would never be deprived of any way out.

It can be said that everything that happened today is currently under Xu Leyao's control.

Pearl watched from the crowd, feeling that her young mistress was truly amazing.

With just this one sentence, the fake Taoist priest was left speechless.

If this fake Taoist priest doesn't show any other behavior today, then it means he's guilty.

But if he used those tampered items, then it proves that the fake Taoist priest was useless.

On the other hand, this proves that the fake Taoist priest was lying.

In this way, no one can use such a smear to defame Xu Leyao anymore.

This approach can truly be considered killing two birds with one stone.

Sure enough, under such stimulation, the fake Taoist priest couldn't sit still.

If he hadn't fallen into the trap of proving himself, he wouldn't be in such a passive position now.

It seems he has to bring out his impressive skills to impress others.

Otherwise, he might not have been able to walk out of that door today.

Now that things have progressed this far, the fake Taoist priest has finally figured it out.

This was clearly a trap that Xu Leyao had set for herself.

Although he didn't understand when Xu Leyao discovered that he was framing her, the fake Taoist priest had no time to think about it now.

If he could use those demon-slaying and monster-slaying items to pin the blame on Xu Leyao, then he wouldn't have to worry about being hunted down by the Jiang family in the future.

After all, with such abilities, a fake Taoist priest would be an honored guest wherever he went, and might even be invited into the imperial palace.

If all else fails, even a fake Taoist priest can receive excellent treatment at the homes of those who are hostile to the Jiang family.

In any case, he made the Jiang family lose face in the entire capital today, and they can no longer hold their heads up.

The fake Taoist priest had a serious expression and remained silent, but he had already made his plans in his mind.

After deciding on his escape route, his eyes became even more intense.

Today, it's either Xu Leyao who can't leave here alive, or I myself who can't leave here alive.

Now one of them has to die.

As the saying goes, "It's better to die for your friend than for yourself."

To save his own life, the fake Taoist priest had no choice but to sacrifice Xu Leyao.

After silently apologizing to himself, the fake Taoist priest picked up his magical artifact.

He had copper bells and talismans hanging from his waist, swaying in the wind, and a slightly mottled peach wood sword in his hand pointed at Xu Leyao's forehead, displaying the demeanor of a master.

"Heaven above, today I have encountered such an evil spirit possessing a human body. To prevent it from causing harm to the people in the future, I have specially decided to slay the demon today!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the tip of his sword pointed straight at the sky.

Xu Leyao watched his performance quietly.

Immediately afterwards, the fake Taoist priest went to the backpack he had put down earlier.

He took out a black ceramic jar from it, which contained a strong smell of black dog blood.

Seeing this, everyone felt a little nervous.

This fake Taoist priest has such a righteous look on his face, could it be that Xu Leyao is really an evil spirit or demon?

The thought that they might have been living with demons for so long sent a chill down their spines.

However, seeing him take these things out of his backpack, Xu Leyao's smile widened.

Her gaze toward the fake Taoist priest held a newfound defiant intensity.

"Master, if these are all the methods you have, then use them all. If they prove that you are framing me today, then don't blame me for taking your life."

Xu Leyao made no attempt to conceal her murderous intent.

But to onlookers, it seemed perfectly reasonable.

The fake Taoist priest's actions today have undoubtedly pushed Jiang Xuleyao into the depths of public opinion.

If she cannot prove her innocence, then this is the end for her.

Since the two had reached the point of life and death, they should naturally use all their skills.

Now we just have to wait and see if this fake Taoist priest can produce any evidence.

If Xu Leyao can be made to reveal her true form, then the fake Taoist's claim can be proven.

The fake Taoist priest understood this principle as well, and his expression became even more serious.

"You demon, stop spouting these nonsense to deceive the people!"

After adding his own comment, he moved his hands even faster.

He took out some white glutinous rice and cinnabar from his pocket and placed them on the table.

The fake Taoist priest then began chanting ancient incantations, rapidly drawing talismans with his hands, and then lit them with the fire from the incense burner.

"May evil spirits be dispelled, and may all evils be kept at bay!"

The fake Taoist priest chanted in a low voice.

As everyone watched this scene, they all felt a mix of emotions that were hard to describe.

He carefully poured the ginger-black dog blood into a bowl, sprinkled some white glutinous rice on top, and then took out a piece of black talisman paper, cut it into small pieces, and scattered them between the rice grains and the blood.

The fake Taoist priest gave a cold shout and raised his right hand.

Talismans and glutinous rice flew through the air, and even black dog blood was scattered all around Xu Leyao, with some fresh bloodstains even splattered on her dress.

The fake Taoist priest's expression grew even more serious at this sight, and he began to dance around Xu Leyao with a peach wood sword in hand.

However, after the appreciation, Xu Leyao showed no sign of revealing her true form. Instead, the fake Taoist priest looked more tired.

The onlookers immediately noticed that something was wrong.

Although it takes some effort to dispel evil spirits, Xu Leyao is still no different from before after all this time. Could it be that this fake Taoist priest is lying?

The moment this thought crossed everyone's mind, a hint of hostility crept into their eyes as they looked at the fake Taoist priest.

Does this Taoist priest think they're all three-year-olds?

Feeling the increasing hostility directed at him, the fake Taoist priest became even more uneasy.

To avoid being exposed, he gritted his teeth and took out a handful of talismans, lit them, and threw them directly at Xu Leyao.

Although the real process of slaying demons and monsters is to try not to harm the opponent's body.

After all, it's not the fault of the original owners that their bodies were taken over.

But now that things have come to this, he can no longer care about that.

As long as Xu Leyao can't bear the pain and cries out.

Furthermore, since her clothes were set ablaze by the flames, the fake Taoist could claim that the evil spirit residing in Xu Leyao's body was consumed by the fire.

Xu Leyao never expected him to be so vicious!

When his attempt failed, he had such hurtful thoughts.

Countless people have fallen victim to these insidious methods!