"Could Zheng Feng have gone into seclusion all these years and comprehended Kuang Yazi's saber technique? And then he taught it to Ye Jingtang?"
The white-haired old woman shook her head. "Zheng Feng was crippled by Xuanyuan Chao. Even practicing martial arts would be a problem. People can't gain enlightenment out of thin air. Moreover, even if he taught it, he wouldn't only teach one saber move."
Dongfang Liren nodded slightly and looked at Ye Jingtang in the distance. "It's impossible for Kuang Yazi to teach it. Zheng Feng himself went astray, so he couldn't teach it… If he comprehended this saber move himself, doesn't this mean his comprehension is better than mine?"
It's much better… The white-haired old woman knew that the Prince of Jing was arrogant and didn't dare to attack her, so she just tactfully said, "If this child comprehended this saber move himself, his comprehension ability could be said to be unprecedented. However, there have been many martial artists in the world who excelled at just one move. Most of them died without making a splash. There are very few people who can use one move as a guide to expand a martial arts. We will have to see his specific achievements in the future."
Dongfang Liren didn't say anything else.
Seeing the people in the alley still waiting for orders, the white-haired old woman said, "Your Highness, it's time to send a portrait to Her Majesty to take a look. Let this child go back to freshen up and wait for Her Majesty's summons."
"…"
Standing with her hands behind her back and looking at the handsome Ye Jingtang in the distance, Dongfang Liren remained silent for a while. "Her Majesty is not interested in martial artists. This child's talent in martial arts is extraordinary. If he is really favored, it would be a pity for him to abandon martial arts and follow the literary path in the future. Hmm… There's no need to send a portrait. Give him a token of the Prince of Jing Estate. If he needs anything in the future, he can come to the estate to visit at any time."
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Hearing this, the white-haired old woman felt that the prince was deceiving the empress. She was keeping the handsome man and filling her own pockets…
But what the Prince of Jing said made sense. Once he was favored by the empress, no matter how good his treatment was, he would still be treated like a princess's husband. He wouldn't be able to become an official, and he wouldn't be able to leave the empress's side. Moreover, 'accompanying the emperor was like accompanying a tiger'. He would be destined never to be able to raise his head for the rest of his life.
The white-haired old woman also cherished talent and immediately nodded. "As Your Highness orders."
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In the alley…
She Long's arm had been cut by Ye Jingtang, so he left first to treat it, leaving only Shang Jianli standing here, talking nonsense with Ye Jingtang, waiting for orders from the higher-ups.
After he waited for a long time, a Black Office constable ran into the alley and whispered something to Shang Jianli.
After listening, Shang Jianli took a token and threw it to Ye Jingtang. "Saber wielder Zheng Feng's saber technique is similar to yours. Zheng Feng and Qiu Tianhe are acquainted, and Qiu Tianhe is a criminal of the Imperial Court. I was ordered to investigate this matter. Today, I came for a routine investigation. Young Master Ye, I hope you can forgive me for disturbing you."
Ye Jingtang secretly heaved a sigh of relief. "Sir, you are impartial. I should cooperate. It's good that the matter is investigated."
"Young Master Ye, your talent is extraordinary, and the Prince of Jing appreciates you greatly. She has specially given you a token. From now on, Young Master Ye, you are an honored guest of the Prince of Jing Estate."
Ye Jingtang accepted the token of Prince of Jing Estate and sized it up. He was quite surprised.
With this token, he would probably be able to go directly to the Prince of Jing Estate and seek an audience with her. But more importantly, he would have a 'relationship' with her.
The Prince of Jing was the younger sister of the reigning empress, and she was extremely favored. This was apparent from the fact that the empress had made an exception and conferred her, a princess, as a prince of the blood.
Having this token that allowed him to enter and leave the Prince of Jing Estate meant that he had a close relationship with the Prince of Jing. It didn't matter what type of aristocrat or general someone was. If they wanted to touch this person, they had to ask the Prince of Jing's opinion first.
However, once the token was shown, it would mean that the Prince of Jing would settle the matter for him, and it would be difficult for him to return the favor.
Ye Jingtang pondered for a moment, put away the token, and cupped his hands. "Thank you for your appreciation, Your Highness Prince of Jing. Is Her Highness the Prince of Jing nearby?"
Shang Jianli didn't know how to answer, so he mumbled, "Her Highness the Prince of Jing is everywhere."
Then he turned around and left.
"…"
Ye Jingtang felt that these words were very pretentious. He raised his head and looked around. He noticed Yang Guan, who was pretending to be dead in the corner! "Sir Shang, is Yang Guan really a disciple of your close friend?"
Shang Jianli didn't even turn his head. "No." With that, he disappeared into the alley.
"…"
The old limestone alley fell silent.
"Chirp!" The bird jumped out from the top of the wall and flapped its wings vigorously, presumably signaling: Tangtang cut him!
Yang Guan, who had lured Ye Jingtang into the encirclement, turned deathly pale when he saw that the Black and White Impermanences had suffered a loss and claimed not to know him. He raised his hands. "Young Master Ye, wait… Hiss—"
Before he could finish his sentence, there was a gasp.
Ye Jingtang had been beaten up by the Black and White Impermanences early in the morning. It wasn't good for him to be angry when facing people in the government, so he could only endure this stomach full of anger.
Seeing that the ghost messengers had left, he raised his hand and stabbed his saber into Yang Guan's intact right arm.
Crack!
"Want to cut off my arm and leg?"
Yang Guan didn't dare to make a sound. His arm drooped as he gritted his teeth and smiled apologetically. "I was forced. I really can't afford to offend the Black and White Impermanences, so I could only do as I was told. Otherwise, how would I dare to offend you? Young Master Ye, your saber skills are truly impressive. I admire you. Young Master Ye, take care…"
Ye Jingtang sheathed his saber, put the bird on his shoulder, and quickly walked out of the alley…