His Majesty is plotting a rebellion? Quickly, summon the Imperial Advisor!

Taking advantage of the early morning, Xu Bing had a sudden thought and called all the crows that were outside back.

Fifteen crows landed directly in front of him, while a gyrfalcon landed on his shoulder.

Xu Bing brought meat to feed the crow, and then took out thirty spirit stones and stuffed them into the crow's mouth.

These crows carry spirit stones in their beaks, which greatly enhances their endurance.

These crow spirit pets actually have another, more famous name in the outside world: "Illusionary Spirit Crows".

It is a rare type of avian spirit pet, generally used for guarding homes and property. In addition, some may appear as companion spirit pets of certain prodigies.

Xu Bing earned the title of "Calamity of Crows," as these crows had been strengthened and would be no match for an ordinary adult male.

However, if you encounter an arrow, there is still a chance of being shot down.

Xu Bing has a "Spirit Pet Enhancement Scroll" in his hand, and he is considering whether to give it to the Spirit Crow or the Sea Falcon.

"System, what abilities will be enhanced if I strengthen the gyrfalcon?" Xu Bing asked in his mind.

After being enhanced, the gyrfalcon's flight speed increased by 30%, and it learned the bloodline power: Iron Claw.

[Iron Claws: Enhances claws, increasing damage.]

"What about the spirit crow?" Xu Bing asked again.

[After being enhanced, the Spirit Raven transforms into a large black raven, with improved vision and stealth capabilities.]

Xu Bing weighed his options carefully, then turned to look at the gyrfalcon. Just as he was about to use an enhancement scroll to strengthen it, his gaze was suddenly drawn to a crow.

Then the crow flapped its wings, flew to the front of the group of crows, raised its head and looked at Xu Bing with its chest puffed out, and cawed twice.

Xu Bing opened the panel.

[Spirit Pet: Big Black Crow]

Three days ago, he consumed a strange fruit, transforming into a large black crow. A trace of his bloodline was activated, and his intelligence gradually developed, giving him the initial ability to command a flock of crows.

After reading the description, Xu Bing observed the crow repeatedly and found that it was indeed very different from other crows.

This crow's feathers were even blacker, and its eyes had a more lively and spirited look.

The gyrfalcon is intelligent, but not very so, while this crow, to him, even seemed somewhat cunning.

Of course, Xu Bing was not worried that the crow would develop ulterior motives after gaining sentience, because that was impossible; a spirit pet rewarded by the system would never betray him.

This crow was unaware that Xu Bing possessed a pet enhancement scroll; it simply wanted to attract its master's attention and become the leader of the other crows.

"System, what will it become if I use the enhancement scroll on it?" Xu Bingxin asked in his heart.

This crow is exceptionally gifted. By chance, it consumed a 'Feather Fruit' and has already evolved into a 'Great Black Crow'. If it continues to be strengthened with enhancement scrolls, it will evolve into a 'Red-Eyed Black Crow'.

【Red-Eyed Black Crow: Crimson pupils possess a bewitching power; prolonged eye contact with them will cause dizziness. It possesses the power to command the "Crow Crows."】

[Characteristic: An ominous sign that will bring misfortune to those with little fortune (ineffective against the host)]

[Gained the innate bloodline ability: Stealth]

A series of electronic screens appeared before Xu Bing's eyes. His eyes lit up slightly, and with a wave of his hand, he used the pet enhancement scroll on the big black crow.

A flash of light appeared.

The large black crow's pupils had gained a touch of red light, and its body flickered between light and shadow. If it remained still, even if it was a slow-moving illness, it would require focused attention to find.

"Not bad, not bad." Xu Bing nodded. "From now on, you shall be called Dahei."

The red-eyed crow cawed excitedly.

……

Xu Bing knew that Song Si was in his residence. He strategically disregarded this woman, but in practice, he still had to pay her enough attention.

The appearance of Dahei was a timely help. Xu Bing arranged for Dahei to stay in the Imperial Preceptor's residence to observe the actions of Song Si and Ji Yuan.

At the same time, seven crows were left for Big Black to coordinate, to prevent him from tipping off the crew.

As for the gyrfalcon, it has already shown itself to Song Si, so she will probably be wary of it.

Xu Bing arrived at the outer courtyard, arranged some matters, and then instructed Old Tang to seal off the mansion, prohibiting anyone from going out easily in the near future.

The Imperial Preceptor's residence is located in a remote area with very few other residences around it. With strict security inside, it can be said to be completely isolated from the outside world.

This was done naturally as a precaution, to prevent Song Si from going out to tip off others.

Song Siqian entered the Imperial Preceptor's residence with only one purpose: to personally ensure Ji Yuan's safety.

Once her safety is ensured, she can either rescue Ji Yuan directly, or notify Cui Chen of the Xuanjia Army to storm the Imperial Preceptor's residence and rescue Ji Yuan with lightning speed.

The first type is a basic veto.

Because Xu Bing's discerning eyes saw through Song Si's technique for altering her appearance. She even reversed the flow of her meridians and flesh in several key areas…

In this state, using powerful magic would only drag her into a quagmire from which there is no redemption.

Although Xu Bing was a self-taught amateur, he knew this common sense. "Appearance and soul are in harmony, appearance is a reflection of the heart," which means that one's appearance is most in harmony with one's soul, and at the same time, it is a reflection of one's heart.

Changing one's appearance... but that carries a great risk.

Moreover, Xu Bing saw that Song Si's magical traces seemed to be some kind of appearance-altering technique that adapts to the changes of heaven and earth.

It is possible to change one's appearance for a long time, but similarly, it takes a specific time and specific circumstances to restore one's appearance without any side effects.

It was only after careful consideration and with everything under control that Xu Bingcai deliberately arranged for the two sisters to meet.

And he himself...

They were planning to raid someone's base.

"The Star Gazing Tower, is that it?"

"I've wanted to see this for a long time."

With a wave of his sleeve, Xu Bing walked out of the Imperial Preceptor's residence.

……

Thinking she had successfully raided the house, Song Si, who was about to have her house raided, was doing chores while secretly plotting in her mind.

If nothing unexpected happens, His Majesty is in the backyard.

Once we make contact and confirm His Majesty's safety, we can then inform Cui Chen, force our way into the Imperial Preceptor's residence, and rescue His Majesty in one fell swoop.

However, now that the Imperial Preceptor's residence is completely isolated from the outside world, correspondence is naturally impossible.

How should she notify them? ... Song Si was at a loss. She hadn't expected Xu Bing to have such a tight blockade of the Imperial Preceptor's residence, completely blocking this crucial step.

Cui Chen must also be keeping an eye on the Imperial Preceptor's residence, but since it concerns His Majesty's safety, he certainly wouldn't dare to rush in without receiving a clear signal.

Ultimately... as long as Ji Yuan remains in Xu Bing's hands.

Xu Bingjiu remained in a proactive position throughout.

Any action taken by Song Si and others must be based on one premise: ensuring Ji Yuan's safety and not leaking any information.

This is precisely what makes them feel constrained and even at a loss.

If an ordinary person had just kidnapped the Empress…

The Xuanjia Army trampled through the mansion, dug three feet into the ground, and even burned it to ashes, they could still find it.

It was almost noon.

Song Si took a deep breath and then exhaled heavily.

After getting a sumptuous meal from the kitchen, I went to report to Steward Tang. After receiving his permission, Steward Tang took the key and opened the red gate leading to the backyard.

Song Si entered the inner courtyard.

They walked towards the side room.

"This is it." Song Si slowly pushed open the wooden door of the side room.