"There hasn't been a demon in Lanyan City for hundreds of years."
In the Ze Tian Palace, Zeng Yifan had a solemn expression as he said, "Your Majesty, no matter where this Nine-Tailed Demon Fox came from, we can't just sit back and do nothing. Moreover, Princess Xi might have already been killed by this Nine-Tailed Demon Fox. This old subject suggests that we send the Flying Mount Battalion and the Divine Might Battalion into the Dragon Seeking Forest to hunt this Nine-Tailed Demon Fox.
Feng Jixing was silent, his expression ugly.
Chu Huaiyin said, "Marquis, we still haven't figured out where this nine-tailed fox came from. Isn't it too much to say to kill it?"
"What else do we need to figure out?"
Zeng Yifan sneered. "Chu Huaiyin, do you still want to flirt with a demon like this nine-tailed fox?"
"Enough!"
Lin Muyu shouted, not giving the Divine Marquis any face. She turned to Qin Jin and cupped her fists. "Your Majesty, I took a look at the seal on the north gate of Lanyan City. I've seen it before. It's the Star Offering Seal, the fifth form of the Seven Seas Tang Sect's Fire Fox Seal."
Qin Jin was stunned. "Yu, you mean?"
Lin Muyu nodded. "I'm afraid the only person in Lanyan City who can use the Fire Fox Seal at night is Xiao Xi … Last night, the imperial guards said that the seal was left behind by the nine-tailed fox. Then, Xiao Xi …"
Qin Yin was shocked. "Brother Yu, are you saying that the fox is Xiao Xi?"
"It's just a guess, but it's very possible." Lin Muyu sighed. "No matter what … Your Majesty, please give the order. I'm willing to go to Dragon Forest to find Xiao Xi. As for the others … there's no need. Anyone who dares to mention killing the nine-tailed fox will be my enemy, because that means killing Xiao Xi …"
Qin Jin couldn't help but frown. "Yu, are you really sure that this nine-tailed fox is Xiao Xi? How is that possible … Xiao Xi is Duke Lan's granddaughter, how could she be a monster … "
Zeng Yifan cupped his fists and said, "Your Majesty, regardless of whether this Nine-Tailed Demon Fox is Princess Xi or not, the descent of the Demon Clan is bound to bring disaster and chaos. How can a princess compare to the fortunes and misfortunes of the world? As long as Your Majesty agrees, I am willing to personally lead the Divine Might Battalion into the Dragon Seeking Forest and capture this Nine-Tailed Demon Fox alive! "
Qin Jin raised his hand lightly and said, "Your courage is commendable, but … the Dragon Seeking Forest is steep and dangerous. Your Excellency is an important official of the empire, so there's no need for you to take the risk yourself. It's better to leave this matter to the Four Heroes of Lanyan!"
Zhen Yifan was startled and looked a little confused. "His Majesty doesn't trust me anymore …"
"Of course not!"
Qin Jin smiled, "Official Zhenqing doesn't need to be so suspicious. We're just worried about your health. There's no need to say anything else, just leave this matter to Lin Muyu. He has the best personal relationship with Xiao Xi, so he'll definitely live up to everyone's expectations and bring Xiao Xi back safely. However …"
"However what?" Lin Muyu asked.
Qin Jin said calmly, "However, if this Nine-Tailed Demon Fox really is Xiao Xi and has already fallen into the path of demons, then Yu, I'll leave it to you to decide. I'll allow you to kill her on the spot."
"Ah …"
A chill ran down Lin Muyu's spine. Although it was already spring, he couldn't help but shudder.
"Yu …" Feng Jixing looked at him with a pained expression, "If there's really no other way, why don't I go instead?"
Lin Muyu shook his head. "No, I'll go."
Lin Muyu then raised his head to look at Qin Jin and said, "Your Majesty, Lin Muyu will set off immediately. I won't be taking care of the matters of the Divine Temple and the Eagle Nest Camp for the time being."
"Mm, finding Tang Xiaoxi is the most important thing. Go!"
"Yes!"
Lin Muyu turned around and left the Ze Tian Palace. He leaped onto his horse and galloped out of Lanyan City.
…
In the Ze Tian Palace, everyone was still frowning. Qin Jin's expression was dark and uncertain. Finally, he slammed his fist on the armrest and said, "The Nine-Tailed Demon Fox has reappeared in the world … Sigh, what should we do …"
Qin Yin said, "Father, what will happen if the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox reappears in the world?"
Qin Jin looked at his daughter and said, "The last time the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox reappeared was more than 9,000 years ago. At that time, the Qin Empire had yet to be established. At that time, the Empire was ruled by the four great empires. After the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox descended into the world, she transformed into a peerless beauty and married the Emperor of Chen. She seduced the wise Emperor and conquered the entire continent in just five years. However, the population of the continent was reduced by more than half. In the end, the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox revealed her true form and killed the Emperor of Chen. She massacred 28 cities before flying away. She never returned, leaving behind only a nightmare."
Chu Huaiyin gritted his teeth and said, "Your Majesty, this is only a rumor. We don't know if it's true or not!"
Qin Yin also said, "That's right, Father … If the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox last night was really Xiao Xi … then it means that she still has a conscience. Otherwise, the imperial guards guarding the city would have all been killed."
Feng Jixing also cupped his fists and said, "This general agrees with Her Highness Yin's words. This Nine-Tailed Demon Fox is definitely not the one from 9,000 years ago. At least she still has a conscience!"
"No matter what, the world is the most important."
Qin Jin took a deep breath and said, "Minister Zhenqing, do what you think should be done. We will allow you to act on your own, but remember, if you meet Lin Muyu in the Dragon Seeking Forest, you must not hurt him. Otherwise, We will not let you off easily."
Zeng Yifan cupped his fists and smiled. "Rest assured, Your Majesty. This old subject will not let you down!"
"Father!"
Qin Yin suddenly cried out, "Father, how can you do this … That's Xiao Xi, it's Xiao Xi! Is the empire really that important in your heart that you can completely disregard Xiao Xi's life? "
Qin Jin frowned. "Xiao Yin, you've grown up. You should know how to make choices. This is the pain of growing up."
"This is cold-bloodedness, not growth." Qin Yin's gaze turned cold. "Father, since you've made up your mind, then Xiao Yin will take her leave."
"Wait, where are you going?!" Qin Jin asked loudly.
However, Qin Yin turned around and left without saying a word. She retrieved her warhorse from outside the main hall and left Ze Tian Palace alone.
"Rebellious … really rebellious!" Qin Jin gritted his teeth.
Feng Jixing hurriedly cupped his fists and said, "Your Majesty, this general is also going to the Dragon Seeking Forest?"
"Yes, go. You must ensure Her Highness Yin's safety."
"Yes!"
Qin Jin's heart was in a mess. He turned to look at Qu Chu and said, "Qu Chu, you're the Princess's tutor. Quickly chase after them and ensure Xiao Yin's safety!"
"Yes, this old man will go now."
Zhen Yifan, Qu Chu, Feng Jixing, and the rest left one after another. The entire Ze Tian Palace was dead silent. Qin Jin's face was filled with pain. After a long time, he murmured, "Qin Lei, temporarily take charge of the Imperial Army and ensure the safety of the Imperial Capital. Chu Huaiyin, lead the 5,000 Flying Mount Battalion and search for Tang Xiaoxi's whereabouts!"
"Yes!" Qin Lei said respectfully.
Chu Huaiyin cupped his fists and raised his head to ask, "Your Majesty, what should we do if we find Princess Xi?"
Qin Jin took a deep breath and said slowly, "Don't hurt her …"
Chu Huaiyin's face lit up. "Yes, this general will go!"
…
"Thud, thud, thud …"
The intense sound of horse hooves galloping could be heard at the edge of the Dragon Seeking Forest. It was noon, and Lin Muyu had already galloped for hundreds of miles, but she still couldn't find Tang Xiaoxi. Along the way, there were a few burn marks on the ground, but they were intermittent and very soon, she lost all clues. Furthermore, she couldn't find Tang Xiaoxi's aura even after using the Spirit Pulse Technique to search. Instead, the aura of spirit beasts appeared within the radius of the Spirit Pulse Technique's search.
Lin Muyu's heart was in a mess. How could she still have the mood to think about spirit beasts? Tang Xiaoxi was only one person, and the longer she stayed in the Dragon Seeking Forest, the more dangerous it would be.
"Lulu, are you there?"
As they galloped, Lin Muyu called out to the female elf official.
With a whoosh, Lulu's exquisite figure flew out of Yi Hai and sat on Lin Muyu's shoulder. She smiled and said, "Brother, I don't know where Sister Tang Xiaoxi is either …"
"But you're more familiar with the Dragon Seeking Forest than I am. Where do you think Xiao Xi would go?" Lin Muyu asked.
"Brother, you're being too concerned." Lulu frowned and said, "The Dragon Seeking Forest has a radius of thousands of miles, so how would Lulu know where Tang Xiaoxi would go? Moreover, you should be the one asking. You know Tang Xiaoxi better than Lulu, so you should know where she would go …"
Lin Muyu gritted her teeth. "Xiao Xi, she … she might think that she can't go back to Lanyan City. Looking at her, she must be very sad and unwilling to see us again … maybe she will go back to another home? Qihai City? "
"Brother, if you think so, then let's go to Qihai City!"
"Yes!"
Lin Muyu nodded. "Then let's go to Qihai City. Lulu, draw a map for me."
"Okay!"
In his mind, the female elf officer quickly drew a large map of the Dragon Seeking Forest for him, marking the traces of the Seven Seas City in the distance. The Seven Seas Pass was a path that he had to pass through. Perhaps with the speed of the warhorse, he could enter the Seven Seas Pass before Tang Xiaoxi. When the time came, he would stand guard there. This was the highest possibility of meeting Tang Xiaoxi.
However, Lin Muyu didn't know that since Tang Xiaoxi was unwilling to meet him and Qin Yin in the form of a nine-tailed fox, why would Tang Xiaoxi be willing to meet Tang Lan and the Tang Sect in this form?
…
The afterglow of the setting sun shone on Qihai City, and night fell on this famous northern city again.
"Whoosh …"
A messenger bird flapped its wings and landed in the courtyard. Tang Bin, who was brewing tea, was slightly stunned and frowned. "Where did this messenger bird come from? Men, bring it to me."
"Yes."
A guard brought the messenger bird over. Tang Bin took out the letter and glanced at it. His face was full of shock.
"Young Master, what's wrong?" The guard asked.
Tang Bin gritted his teeth. "Xiao Xi has demonized …"
"Demonized? What's demonized? "
"Xiao Xi went berserk while cultivating the Fire Fox Seal. She has already turned into a nine-tailed fox and descended into the world. Don't say anything else. Prepare the men and gather all the elites in my mansion. After reporting to Grandfather, we will set off to the Dragon Seeking Forest to search for Xiao Xi's whereabouts."
"Yes!"
The guard cupped his fists and raised his head. His eyes flickered with a strange light as he said, "Young Master … Princess Xi is the biggest competitor for the inheritance of Seven Seas City. Young Master, are you really going to rescue Princess Xi from the Dragon Forest?"
"Xiao Xi is my younger sister. Of course, I have to save her!"
A chill flashed in Tang Bin's eyes. "But the nine-tailed fox is not my younger sister."
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