Chapter 1200
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Chu Li smiled. "I didn't expect them to be this stupid. They really haven't improved."
The reason why he leisurely walked to the Sky Inn without using God's Limbs was to attract the attention of the people from the Secret Guardians Hall. Initially, he did not hold much hope. After all, the Secret Guardians Hall was not the same as before. They were not as arrogant as they used to be. After being taught a lesson by Siao Shi, they had completely lost their drive.
He was just holding on to a sliver of hope that he could sense the aura of Chong Ming Town at the same time. He did not expect that after Gu Yu took over as the commander, the secret guardians would revert to their old ways and return to their original arrogance. Perhaps it was because they had left Fairy's Capital, they felt that no one would dare to provoke them. Hence, they became arrogant again and actually made a move against him. They wanted to teach him a lesson.
This was exactly what he wanted. Without waiting for them to speak, he would immediately cripple their martial arts and throw them out of Chong Ming Town. Even if they were to sue the Emperor, he would still be in the right.
Four Grandmasters were an important force no matter where they were placed. The fact that the Secret Guardians Hall had lost four Grandmasters at once was enough to give Gu Yu a headache. Gu Yu wanted to make things difficult for him and teach the Crown Prince a lesson at the same time. This made him feel good.
Lu Yurong would not let go of this opportunity.
"What happened?" Xiao Qi asked worriedly.
Chu Li told her everything that had happened. Xiao Qi shook her head and frowned. "We've really offended the crown prince this time."
Chu Li smiled. "He doesn't want us to have an easy time. We can't just sit and wait. We have to teach him a lesson."
"I'm just afraid that he won't accept it and will continue to cause trouble." Xiao Qi frowned.
"We'll deal with it when it comes." Chu Li smiled. "Don't worry. It won't be life-threatening. It's just a small fight. Your swordsmanship has improved a lot. It seems to have reached another level."
"It's heartless when you're deeply in love." Xiao Qi sighed.
She was worried. If she continued to train like this, she really did not know what would happen to her.
Chu Li said, "Then let's take it slow. But there's no need to suppress it too much. Let nature take its course."
"Yes, that's the only way." Xiao Qi nodded.
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"Bang!" A celadon teacup was smashed to the ground. It was smashed into pieces and the porcelain pieces scattered everywhere.
In the main hall of the Crown Prince's residence, it was so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.
Crown Prince Leng Jinghua paced back and forth angrily with his hands behind his back. His bright yellow robe fluttered in the wind, but his face was tense and his eyes were burning with anger.
The surrounding guards were as silent as cicadas in winter, not daring to move at all, as if they had been immobilized.
A little maid at the door lifted the hem of her dress, walked down the stairs, and ran out.
Leng Jinghua glared at the young man who was standing with his head lowered. He sneered. "Gu Yu, how dare you!"
The green-robed young man groaned in his heart. He raised his head and had a helpless expression on his face. "That's what Commander Gu said. I'm just following orders. I hope Your Highness will forgive me!"
"Hmph, Gu Yu is getting more and more impudent!" Leng Jinghua smirked. "He's becoming more and more incompetent. How could he cause such a mess over such a small matter? What a joke!"
"Yes." The green-robed youth lowered his head and said.
"Go back and tell him to come see me!" Leng Jinghua scoffed.
The green-robed youth quickly nodded.
Lu Yurong, who was dressed in a white gown, gracefully stepped into the living room. After curtseying, she approached Leng Jinghua and asked, "Uncle-in-law, what happened?"
"Gu Yu sent a secret guardian to Chong Ming Town to assassinate Chu Li in the town. Chu Li crippled his martial arts." Leng Jinghua sneered and scoffed. "He's a good-for-nothing!"
Lu Yurong said, "Why did he attack Chu Li in Chong Ming Town? Don't they know the rules of Chong Ming Town? "
She was also a member of the High Duke's Public House. If anyone attacked in Green Mountain Town, they would be crippled of their martial arts and thrown out of the town. It was an iron law that every martial artist had to follow. There were no exceptions, or else they would lose their prestige.
Leng Jinghua scoffed. "They think that they don't have to follow the rules because they're secret guardians. They also look down on the High Duke's Public House, thinking that the rules of the High Duke's Public House can't restrict them. What's worse is that they think they can control Chu Li!"
Lu Yurong shook her head. "Could it be a top-notch master?"
"Of course it's a top-notch master!" Leng Jinghua said. "But what's the use of a top-notch master in front of Chu Li? I heard that they didn't even have time to speak before their martial arts were crippled by Chu Li in one move. They didn't even have the chance to reveal their identity or say a word. "
Lu Yurong sighed softly. "It's a stupid thing to do … Could it be Commander Gu's order?"
"Even if it's not his order, it's still his responsibility." Leng Jinghua took a deep breath and sat back in his armchair. The scribes and protectors around him sighed in relief and dared to move.
They sighed to themselves. Miss Lu was indeed useful.
Lu Yurong said, "Forget it. Since things have come to this, there's no point talking about it anymore. Let's call the secret guardians back. Don't go to the High Duke's Public House. The Yi Public House isn't what it used to be, the Secret Guardians Hall won't be able to get any benefits!"
"Are we going to return with our tails between our legs?" The young man in green whispered. "The Commander said he's not satisfied."
"Then we'll suffer even more. Let's retreat while we can," Lu Yurong said.
"Yes, I'll tell the Commander," the young man in green replied.
"Go, go." Leng Jinghua impatiently waved his hand and sent the young man away.
Leng Jinghua sighed. "This Gu Yu, he doesn't even respect me now!"
Lu Yurong said, "Uncle-in-law, we still need to control the Secret Guardians Hall or else we'll be tied down. The Secret Guardians Hall is our eyes and ears. Without them, we'll be blind and deaf. We'll be deceived by everyone!"
Leng Jinghua shook his head. "Gu Yu only has eyes for the Emperor. He doesn't listen to me at all!"
"Then let's replace him!" Lu Yurong said. "Ever since he took office, he's been making stupid moves. He's not suitable to be the Commander!"
"Replace him?" Leng Jinghua was stunned.
He had never thought about this before. He only wanted to subdue Gu Yu and make him listen to him.
Lu Yurong said, "The Secret Guardians Hall is too important. If we can't replace him, we'll be harmed in the future! While the Emperor doesn't have any other thoughts, we should try our best to take this position. "
"Commander …" Leng Jinghua remained silent.
His expression was uncertain as he thought about the pros and cons.
The Secret Guardians Hall had always been the Emperor's private army. They were directly appointed by the Emperor and outsiders had no right to interfere. Hence, they had a high status and great influence. Their ears and eyes were especially sharp as they had infiltrated almost every imperial court official's home.
If this power was not controlled by the Emperor, the Emperor would not be at ease if it fell into the hands of others. If it were to be harmed, the damage would be too great.
If he wanted to obtain this power, what would the Emperor think? Would he think that he was too greedy or dissatisfied with the imperial court?
Lu Yurong said, "In less than ten years, the Emperor will probably let you do whatever you want. The Secret Guardians Hall is the most important force. With the Secret Guardians Hall, you'll be aware of the slightest movement in the imperial court. You'll be able to eliminate your opponents."
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