The next morning.
The air in the courtyard was exceptionally fresh. One breath would make one feel light. Chu Li was cultivating the Crouching Bull Punch in the courtyard while Leng Qiu and Leng Qiu were practicing their swordsmanship.
Footsteps could be heard from outside. Qin Jin's voice was heard, "Centurion?"
Chu Li asked, "What is it?"
Qin Jin said, "Something big happened in town."
Chu Li stopped his fist technique and left the courtyard. He saw Qin Jin and the other three standing outside the courtyard.
"Centurion, the Fifth Prince of Prince Kang was murdered," Qin Jin said softly, "The magistrate is looking for the murderer."
Chu Li frowned, "The Fifth Prince? Prince Kang has six princes, right? "
"Yes." Qin Jin said, "The Fifth and Sixth Prince of Prince Kang don't do anything. They only eat, drink, and play. The other four princes are very capable. Prince Jiang was assassinated last night!"
"He doesn't have any official position, right?" Chu Li frowned.
Qin Jin nodded, "He doesn't have any official position. He just eats, drinks, and plays."
"Is there any progress?" Chu Li asked.
Qin Jin shook his head, "There is no progress at all. The magistrate is so worried that he can't sleep. Prince Kang and the Emperor are keeping an eye on it. This case will probably end up with the Secret Guardians Hall!"
"Let's go." Chu Li walked out.
When they arrived at the Mei Er Courtyard, Dong Qifei, Yang Zongwen, and the others were at the martial arts field.
When they saw him enter, they came over to greet him.
Chu Li waved his hand and said, "Go about your business. Yang Zongwen, come over."
Yang Zongwen responded.
Dong Qifei, Qin Jin, and the others returned to the martial arts field.
Yang Zongwen followed Chu Li to the main hall and reported, "Centurion, is it about the Fifth Prince of Prince Kang?"
"What happened?" Chu Li sat on the armchair.
Yang Zongwen shook his head, "It was a very precise and clean assassination. It was a fatal blow. The weapon used was a long and narrow treasure sword. It's an unusual weapon. It's not in the martial arts world, so we couldn't find any clues. … Moreover, the assassination happened in the middle of the night. There were no pedestrians on the street. Prince Jiang and his followers were killed. Even their horses were killed.
Chu Li said, "Judging by this technique, who do you think you are?"
Yang Zongwen thought about it and shook his head, "I really can't think of anything. The case is still in the hands of the prefectural magistrate, but according to our calculations, it will be transferred to our residence sooner or later. Our Mei Er Courtyard has the centurion and the three Ning brothers, so we have long had the hope of snatching this case."
Chu Li smiled.
Yang Zongwen said, "The Centurion hasn't been here for a while, so there's a lot of gossip in the residence. If we don't perform a meritorious deed and suppress them, everyone's days will be difficult."
"Oh?" Chu Li raised his eyebrows.
Yang Zongwen looked around and said in a low voice, "The second-in-command has already recovered. He came over yesterday and was very picky about everyone, so we could only invite the centurion over."
Chu Li scoffed. "Why should I listen to him?"
"After all, he is the Deputy Head. If we don't listen, he can punish us." Yang Zongwen said helplessly, "The manor is governed by military law."
Chu Li scoffed. "Where is he now?"
"He went out for a stroll. He has a lot of connections," Yang Zongwen said. "He doesn't want to stay here either. Everyone doesn't give him any face."
Chu Li nodded slowly. "Help me investigate Miss Yu Qing from the Verdant Cloud Brothel. Don't let anyone know. Investigate in secret."
"Miss Yu Qing?" Yang Zongwen quickly nodded. "Yes, I will do it immediately."
Chu Li said, "Oh right, let's not get involved in this assassination case!"
"Ah?" Yang Zongwen was confused.
Chu Li shook his head. "This case is too complicated. It's better not to get involved."
"But Imperial Crown Prince Jiang doesn't seem to be a big shot …" Yang Zongwen was even more confused. "I don't think he has any powerful enemies. It should be a personal dispute, right? Maybe it's a dispute within the royal family. The magistrate is afraid of it, but the Secret Guardians Hall is the least afraid of it. "
Chu Li shook his head. "Don't get involved. If others want to snatch it, let them!"
"… Yes." Yang Zongwen nodded helplessly.
Just as Yang Zongwen retreated, he saw Ma Kun swagger into the Mei Er Courtyard. He raised his voice and said, "Where is everyone? Where the hell did they go! "
The people in the martial arts field looked at each other helplessly and came over to greet him.
Chu Li usually did not pay attention to this. Sometimes, he would let them come over to greet him. Most of the time, he would just wave his hand after entering, indicating for them to continue with their own cultivation.
However, according to the rules, they had to come over to greet him. Although Ma Kun's attitude was bad and arrogant, he was in the right. They had no choice but to obey.
Chu Li's voice suddenly came from the house. He said coldly, "Second in Command Ma is so impressive!"
When Ma Kun heard this voice, his expression changed slightly.
Chu Li scoffed. "Come in, what are you waiting for!"
Ma Kun glared at Qin Jin and the others and strode into the living room.
Chu Li sat on the armchair and sized Ma Kun up.
When Ma Kun came in, he closed fist saluted. "Centurion!"
Chu Li looked at him. "Have you recovered from your injury?"
Ma Kun's expression was gloomy, but he slowly nodded. "Thank you for your concern, Centurion. I have recovered."
Chu Li said, "I think you've recovered from your injury and forgot about the pain. You want to do it again, am I right?"
Ma Kun's face was cold and he did not say a word.
Chu Li said in a low voice, "Why are you showing off in front of them? If you're so capable, then show off in front of me! "
Ma Kun's face was gloomy and he did not speak.
He scoffed to himself. 'If I have a higher position than you, I'll make you wish you were dead every day.'
Chu Li said, "How about this, I see that you're bored out of your mind. Help me look into something!"
"Please instruct me, Centurion!" Ma Kun closed fist saluted helplessly.
Chu Li scoffed. "Last time, the Cloud Slashing Treasure Manual caused the destruction of a few second-rate sects. I suspect that there's a mastermind behind this. It could also be the Ji Public House, or it could be the Ji Public House working together with someone else. It could even not be the Ji Public House. Investigate this thoroughly!"
"Yes." Ma Kun nodded happily.
He knew that if he hesitated, what awaited him would be another round of beatings. The wisest thing to do was to be honest and agree without hesitation.
Chu Li said, "There's no one in the courtyard to help you. Think of a way yourself!"
"I'm afraid I can't do it alone," Ma Kun said hurriedly.
Chu Li looked at him. "You have a lot of connections. What can't you do with such a small matter? It's decided. I'll give you a month to investigate! "
"… Yes." Ma Kun said in a low voice.
He was furious, but there was nothing he could do.
Chu Li was already being lenient. He only sent him out and did not want to see him. If it was a more difficult task, Ma Kun would not be able to handle it. If he did not know what was good for him, it would be another more tiring and difficult task!
Chu Li nodded in satisfaction. "Very well, you can leave today!"
"… Yes!" Ma Kun closed fist saluted and turned to leave the main hall.
Dong Qifei and the others saw Ma Kun walk out with a cold face and left straight away. They let out a long sigh of relief. It seemed that the Centurion had taught him a lesson again. They would have good days ahead of them.
Chu Li also left the Secret Guardians Hall and returned to the Imperial Residence. He concentrated on cultivating the Nature Restoration Manifestation.
The more he cultivated, the clearer his mind became. His reaction became faster and his thoughts became more agile. He was stronger than before.
He knew ten things just by hearing one. He knew the wind just by seeing the leaves move. This strange feeling made him feel indescribably comfortable. Everything was under his control and he could do it with ease. He truly had the pearl of wisdom in his hands.
Ten days passed unknowingly.
The progress of the Nature Restoration Manifestation was extremely fast. He had already passed the first level and reached the second level. He could see more clearly and the range was larger.
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