Unexpectedly, another group of fairies appeared, hurriedly shuttling between the pavilions.
Miao Yi put away the items in his hands, then clasped his hands behind his back and looked down at the misty water, as though he was feeling sorry for himself.
Not far away, the fairies only glanced over and didn't think anything was wrong. Today, the Li Palace was open to guests. Guests couldn't trespass in guarded areas, but guests could go sightseeing in unguarded areas. For example, this scenic garden was originally a place for guests to rest and play, so they couldn't always be detained in the plaza outside the hall.
After the fairies left, Miao Yi didn't raise his head. Instead, he stared blankly at his reflection in the water. He wasn't sure if it was an illusion, but on the fake mountain in the reflection, the phoenix that seemed to be sleeping between its wings had raised its head, as though it was looking at him. However, the misty water made it difficult to see clearly.
Miao Yi slowly raised his head and looked at the top of the fake mountain. He confirmed that he wasn't mistaken about the reflection in the water. The colorful phoenix had indeed woken up from its slumber. Beneath its bright red crown resembling a red spider lily, a pair of golden phoenix eyes were looking down at him from above.
As the leader of all birds, they were royalty among birds. They possessed an innate sense of nobility and an indescribable elegance. The rainbow phoenix seemed to be looking at Miao Yi with a doubtful gaze, but at the same time, it seemed as though it didn't understand what was going on.
Miao Yi was taken aback. After staring at it for a while, his eyebrows twitched as he realized something.
He couldn't find Ying Yang, but he didn't expect to meet this lone phoenix. He couldn't help but recall his experience in the phoenix nest. He just had a sudden feeling and wanted to take out the Heart of Ice and Fire to test it out. He didn't need to worry about anyone finding out. At worst, he could just say that he picked it up from the Primordial Wasteland.
To put it bluntly, he just wanted to see if the phoenix that was detained in the Heavenly Court would recognize this thing from the phoenix nest.
However, he didn't expect the rainbow phoenix to be alerted even though he was holding it in his hand. From the other party's doubtful gaze, Miao Yi understood that it seemed to have sensed something.
He looked around again. He didn't even hesitate to invoke his arts to check his surroundings. After confirming that there was no one around, Miao Yi clenched one of his hands behind his back. His clenched fist was once again surrounded by a faint icy blue ripple.
The colorful phoenix on the fake mountain reacted again. It was a horrifying reaction. Her slightly crouched neck slowly rose up, and her pair of golden eyes gradually widened as she stared at Miao Yi.
Miao Yi slowly brought the hand that he had been carrying behind his back to the front of his body. His tightly clenched fingers slowly relaxed, and a soft and bright icy-blue luster slowly spread out from the gaps between his fingers. On top of the artificial mountain, the Rainbow Phoenix slowly stood up, following Miao Yi's spread open fingers. Its long and gorgeous tail feathers fluttered despite the lack of wind, and its eyes were fixed on Miao Yi's palm.
When Miao Yi's palm was completely opened, a translucent icy-blue bead could be seen in the center of his palm, emitting a dreamy and magnificent luster. Within the bead, there was a flickering shadow of fire, as though the fiery shadow of a phoenix was swimming within the bead. It was extremely beautiful. This was the Heart of Ice and Fire that he had obtained from the phoenix nest.
As she stared at the orb in Miao Yi's palm, Cai Feng stood up straight, and tears gradually welled up in her eyes. The instant the tears flowed out of his eyes, they turned into ice jade-like beads. They fell into the water, creating ripples on the surface before sinking into the water.
"Clang … Clang … Clang …" The Rainbow Phoenix suddenly raised its head, and let out a series of rapid and sharp cries, as though gold and jade were being struck against each other. The sound shook the clouds, and its feathers fluttered in the wind.
The other phoenixes in the Li Palace, including the phoenixes pulling the imperial chariots, quickly turned their heads to look in this direction.
The giant dragon that was coiled on the roof of the grand hall slowly raised its head, and its eyes shone as it looked towards the place where the phoenix was crying.
The people in the plaza, who had been toasting and drinking happily, instantly fell silent. One after another, they turned their heads to look at the place where the phoenix was crying, confused.
In the back garden, the beautiful ladies stopped laughing, and were all dumbfounded. The Heavenly Empress, Xiahou Chengyu, frowned.
Inside the grand hall. The wine cups in the hands of the monarch and ministers stopped moving, and they too turned their heads to look outside the hall. Seated high up on his throne, Qing Zhu asked calmly, "What's going on?"
As soon as he spoke, the Commander of the Left Warden, Pojun, and the Commander of the Right Warden, Wu Qu, both stood up from their seats. Their expressions were cold, and they abruptly looked outside the hall. The several red-armored generals standing at the main entrance immediately left.
In the observation garden, Miao Yi, who was standing by the water bank, was flustered. The phoenix's sudden action startled him, and he hurriedly put away the Heart of Ice and Fire in his hand.
He looked left and right, but it was too late for him to hide. In a few corners and doorways, startled Fairy Maids appeared, and they stared in his direction.
In the sky, a few figures flashed over. One of the red-armored generals whipped out a long metal whip covered with wolf teeth — it was the Dragon Taming Whip!
The whip lashed out like a flash of lightning, and with a crisp sound, it struck the body of the phoenix that was crying out to the sky. The phoenix's cry immediately stopped, and its long cry turned into a mournful cry.
Five Dragon Taming Whips suddenly appeared, and five red-armored generals surrounded the phoenix in the sky. The five whips danced in the air, and the shadows of the whips flickered above Miao Yi's head.
Whips! Whips! Whips …
The cries of the whips didn't stop, and the cries of the phoenix didn't dare to retaliate. Its flesh and blood flew everywhere, and its gorgeous feathers were torn to shreds. After they fell off, the beautiful feathers fluttered in the air.
Cai Feng was quickly beaten to the point where she couldn't even let out a cry of pain. She fell heavily onto the rock garden and lifted her head weakly, staring at Miao Yi with a desolate look in her eyes. Tears rolled down her cheeks, turning into beads of icy jade that rolled down from the rock garden into the water. Her tears didn't stop falling.
Crimson blood flowed down from the fake mountain, dyeing the water red.
Seeing that the phoenix couldn't cry out anymore, the five red-armored generals in the sky finally stopped swinging their whips. They hovered in the air, and each of them had a long, blood-stained Dragon Taming Whip dangling from their hands.
Miao Yi's expression was devoid of fear. He quietly looked at the battered and bleeding phoenix, and he didn't feel good about it. He never thought that his momentary actions would cause the phoenix to end up like this.
Many people were alarmed and came over to watch the commotion. They were curious to see a phoenix going berserk.
When Kou Zheng and the others saw Miao Yi standing at the scene of the incident, they didn't know what was going on.
Soon, Shangguan Qing appeared with two red-armored generals behind him. He looked around, and his gaze fell on Xian 'e, and he asked, "What's going on?"
The Xian 'e, who was being watched, was very nervous. To them, a single word from this Heavenly Palace Head Steward could decide their fate. Even many of the concubines in the harem were afraid of Shangguan Qing, let alone them. The Xian' e quickly kneeled on the ground and shook her head in fear. "Head Steward, I don't know."
Shangguan Qing immediately ignored her, and looked at the dying phoenix. He coldly said, "Drag that dampener out of the Li Palace and get rid of him."
Miao Yi abruptly turned around and stared at Shangguan Qing.
"Today is His Majesty's day of celebration." A calm voice came from behind Shangguan Qing. The red-armored general who was about to step forward stopped in his tracks.
Shangguan Qing turned around and saw a tall black hat and a black cloak appear from the moon gate behind him. As soon as this person appeared, the nobles' descendants who were watching the commotion instinctively took a step back. Shangguan Qing looked at the subconscious reactions on both sides. He couldn't help but secretly shake his head. This person's deterrence to the nobles' descendants was truly extraordinary.
Gao Guan stood beside Shangguan Qing and stared at the colorful phoenix on the rockery.
Shangguan Qing thought about Gao Guan's words and nodded slightly, feeling that it was reasonable. Today was His Majesty's day of celebration. His Majesty had granted amnesty to the world, but it was indeed inappropriate for him to kill within the borders of the Heavenly Palace. He smiled and said, "This feathered beast is lucky to have alarmed the Right Emissary to plead for mercy." He waved his hand and canceled the previous order.
Unexpectedly, Gao Guan calmly said, "Plead for mercy? What does its life and death have to do with me? I just feel that the sudden abnormality is a little strange. " As he said this, he waved his hand, and three people from the Right Supervisory Department immediately appeared behind him. They were the three heads of the Right Supervisory Department, the three directors under Gao Guan's command.
These three people were notorious for being ruthless and bloodthirsty. Who knew how many officials of the Heavenly Court had died in their hands. Those who fell into the hands of these three people could become guilty even if they were innocent, and even minor crimes could become major crimes. They were the famous' executioners' of the Right Supervisory Department. From a certain perspective, it was better to offend Gao Guan than to provoke these three people.
Miao Yi knew one of them. He had interacted with him in the Phantom City's Main Town Manor before. He had a sinister expression on his face, Meng Xue.
The three heads immediately stepped into the crowd to inquire about the situation and investigate personally. With their experience, they would not let go of any clues.
Not long after, a few palace maids cautiously pointed at Miao Yi and whispered something to him.
However, Miao Yi's identity was not ordinary. He was related to the Kou Heavenly King. The three heads didn't dare to make a decision on their own, so they reported to Gao Guan.
Gao Guan lifted his chin slightly. Meng Xue bowed and accepted the order. He flashed to Miao Yi's side, and a fierce glint flashed across his eyes. He chuckled at Miao Yi and extended his hand. "Head Mayor Niu, the Right Emissary requests your presence."
Miao Yi calmly followed.
This scene made the Kou clansmen shudder. They didn't know what Miao Yi had done this time.
On the other hand, the Ying clansmen who disliked Miao Yi were gloating. They were looking forward to Miao Yi causing some trouble in front of the Cold Magistrate.
It wasn't just the Kou clansmen. A group of nobles attending the banquet quickly approached. However, Kou Zheng took out the Star Bell and quickly contacted the Kou Heavenly King. If something happened, he wouldn't be able to stop Gao Guan.
When he arrived in front of Gao Guan, Miao Yi cupped his fists and greeted, "Greetings, Grand Steward. Greetings, Emissary Gao."
Shangguan Qing smiled and nodded, giving the Kou clansmen some face. However, he glanced at Gao Guan beside him.
Gao Guan was still expressionless. He calmly said, "Those palace maids testified that you were by the phoenix's side before and after the incident. I believe you are the one who knows the most about the anomaly. Speak. What happened?"
Miao Yi turned to look at Cai Feng, whose eyes were brimming with tears. He didn't know what would happen to Cai Feng in the end, and it made him feel guilty. If he hadn't acted rashly, things wouldn't have turned out this way. When he turned back, he already had an idea. He calmly said, "It's nothing much. I just saw how beautiful its feathers were, so I wanted to pluck a few and give them to someone. I didn't expect it to cry out so loudly. It's just plucking a few feathers. It's no big deal. "
As soon as he said this, Shangguan Qing's lips twitched. The Kou clansmen listening by the side were even more annoyed. Kou Zheng was even more disappointed.
Some of the gloating ones were also shocked. No wonder the phoenix suddenly cried out. Someone was trying to pluck its feathers!
"No big deal?" Gao Guan stared at him for a while. "You've offended the authority of the Heavenly Court! This isn't the first time. During the trial in the Purgatory, you smashed the Sky Shaking Drum. Thinking that there was a reason for it, I've already let you off the hook once. How dare you do it again? It looks like I need to teach you a lesson! Men, drag him away and give him fifty strikes of the Dragon Taming Whip! "
The people listening by the side sucked in a breath of cold air. Fifty strikes of the Dragon Taming Whip was enough to break a person's bones. This was the tempo of being whipped to death!
The eyes of the group of people who couldn't wait for Miao Yi's misfortune immediately lit up. They were filled with anticipation!
Shangguan Qing was speechless. 'You just said that today is His Majesty's big day, but it seems like the matter didn't fall into your hands. Now that it's in your hands, there's no such thing.' He finally understood why these sons of nobles were so afraid of Gao Guan.
"Ahem, Lord Gao …" Shangguan Qing coughed dryly, hinting for mercy. It wasn't that he wanted to protect Miao Yi, but he knew very well that His Majesty hadn't regained his dignity yet. He was even prepared to watch the show at the phantom market.
Who would've thought that Gao Guan would stand there indifferently, pretending not to understand.
Miao Yi's face darkened. He shouted, "Emissary Gao, it's just plucking two feathers. Why do you want me dead?! "
However, Gao Guan completely ignored him. The two heavyweights below immediately rushed over and grabbed Miao Yi's arms. They were about to take him away for the execution.
"Emissary Gao!" Kou Zheng appeared in a flash. He cupped his fists at Gao Guan, trying to plead for mercy.
Gao Guan calmly said, "Anyone who interferes with the law enforcement will be punished with the same crime!"
"You talk about enforcing the law every time you open your mouth. Emissary Gao, how impressive!"
A cold snort came from behind. Everyone turned to look, and the surrounding crowd parted once again. Kou Lingxu's transcendental chariot arrived in person, standing directly in front of Gao Guan. He coldly asked, "Gao Guan, what are you trying to do?"
Gao Guan calmly said, "Could it be that Your Highness wishes to stop me from enforcing the law?"
Kou Lingxu coldly laughed. He slowly turned to look at Shangguan Qing, and slowly said, "Head Steward, didn't I already tell you?"
"…" Shangguan Qing was taken aback. He thought for a moment, 'Did this person tell me anything? The two of them did talk about something before. What was it? Was it related to today's matter? '
Kou Lingxu reminded, "I said I wanted two phoenix feathers for my daughter. Didn't you already agree to it? Why did my son-in-law come to take them, and now it's an affront to the authority of the Heavenly Court? "
'Screw you!' Shangguan Qing finally reacted, cursing in his heart.
But he also understood. He had no choice but to act with this person. This person probably also understood that His Majesty wanted to regain face. Secondly, if this matter was really argued in front of His Majesty, it would not be justifiable to execute the son-in-law of a Heavenly King just for plucking two feathers. Quarreling on His Majesty's joyous day would also ruin the celebration.
The most important thing was that the old man had taken out his spear and shield as soon as he opened his mouth, forcing him to take the blow. He had no choice but to take the blow. No one knew if Kou Lingxu had told him about the feather. If Old Kou insisted that he had, the most he could do was argue that he hadn't. The conflict would immediately shift from Niu Youde to the focus of the dispute between him and Old Kou. The old man had the advantage in numbers in the court, and he would be at a disadvantage if they argued.
It was fine if he cooperated, but if he did not, he would drag the Head Steward down with him and make him feel uncomfortable!
Shangguan Qing looked at the disciples of the Kou Family and thought of the scene where Kou Zheng pleaded with Gao Guan to no avail. He could not help but sigh secretly. These juniors were not just a little bit worse than these old fellows who had walked out of bloodshed. The older, the wiser!
"Oh …" Shangguan Qing raised his hand and slapped his forehead. He chuckled at Gao Guan and said, "Envoy Gao, look at my memory. There is indeed such a thing. Previously, Heavenly King Kou mentioned that he wanted to pluck two colorful feathers. I was so busy that I forgot about it."
Gao Guan glanced at him coldly.
Kou Lingxu waved his hand and grabbed backward. Two colorful feathers were immediately plucked from the rockery and colorful phoenix and fell into his hand. He stroked the feathers in his hand as if he was doing it for Gao Guan. 'What's wrong with plucking two phoenix feathers? I'm plucking them for you to see. What can you do to me?'
The two feathers were then given to Kou Zheng. He glanced at Kou Zheng coldly as if saying that he could not even handle such a small matter.
Kou Zheng took the two feathers and slightly lowered his head in silence.
Kou Lingxu did not say anything else. He did not care about Miao Yi who was still being held. He did not even look at Gao Guan and strode away, brushing past Gao Guan. A few of his followers followed behind him. The imposing manner of a Royal Highness was unmistakable. Many of the onlookers were secretly speechless. They finally understood what it meant to be able to do something heavy as if it were light.
The two Overseers of the Right Division who were holding Miao Yi looked at Gao Guan, waiting for his next instruction.
What else could Gao Guan do? Shangguan Qing had already admitted it in front of everyone. Since the Great Steward of the Heavenly Palace had agreed to it, he would have to go after Shangguan Qing first. With a flick of his black cape, he turned around and strode away without saying anything else.
The two Overseers of the Right Division looked at each other, then released Miao Yi and followed Gao Guan.
"Take him away for treatment." Shangguan Qing pointed at the colorful phoenix on the rockery, then looked at Miao Yi and shook his head helplessly. He realized that this person would not rest no matter where he went. He could even cause such a ruckus in such a short time. He then turned to the crowd and said, "Why are you all crowding around here? Are you here to watch the show? "
The crowd did not dare to act presumptuously in front of him and began to disperse. Many of them were a little disappointed that Niu Youde had managed to escape from Gao Guan's hands.
"Let's go!" Kou Zheng tugged at Miao Yi. Miao Yi turned around again and saw the colorful phoenix being taken away.
Inside the grand hall, Shangguan Qing secretly reported the situation to Lord Qing after returning. Lord Qing glanced at Kou Lingxu, who was happily chatting with the others below, then glanced at Gao Guan, who was sitting below. He was a little speechless. The matter of plucking two of Niu Youde's feathers should have been settled with a light punishment, yet this guy actually wanted to kill Niu Youde. No wonder Kou Lingxu had to personally face him. He was really not afraid of offending anyone!
However, the matter was already over. Lord Qing did not mind. From his point of view, Gao Guan did not do anything wrong. He was very suitable to be the Overseer of the Right Division.
Inside the grand hall, the ministers continued to eat and drink as if nothing had happened. In reality, they had all secretly received the news and knew what had happened outside. It was just that none of them said anything.
In the back garden, the ladies of the various families had also returned to chatting and laughing. Everyone had also secretly received the news. Seeing that the Heavenly Empress, Xiahou Chengyu, was not in a bad mood, they did not think much of it and only discussed it in secret.
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