Slender willows sway in the breeze

Chapter 186 Refining
Under Gu Changzhou's leadership, the Mo Lin Army was engaged in a fierce battle with the mysterious man in black.

The Mo Lin Army was well-trained and extremely powerful. Although the number of men in black was large, they gradually showed signs of defeat under the fierce attack of the Mo Lin Army.

However, these mysterious figures seemed to be prepared to die, and the battle was exceptionally fierce.

Just then, dark clouds suddenly filled the sky, and a strange light shot up from the direction of the palace's secret chamber.

Min Rui: "Your Majesty, it's a secret room, could it be..."

Bei Chenshu's eyes lit up: "If that's really the case, then it's the perfect time!"

Almost as soon as the words were spoken, powerful spiritual energy began to permeate the entire palace.

Someone shouted, "The 'Chaos Gathering Pill' has been successfully refined! That's great! These evil cultivators can't succeed."

The mysterious man in black sensed the powerful spiritual energy suppressing the evil energy within them, and began to panic, inevitably revealing weaknesses during the battle.

Gu Changzhou seized the opportunity and gave an order.

The Mo Lin Army launched a general offensive and defeated the mysterious man in black in one fell swoop.

Seeing that the situation was hopeless, the mysterious men in black who had participated all knelt down and surrendered.

After dealing with the enemies outside, Bei Chenshu led everyone to the secret chamber.

The masters of Yougu Palace stood in the center of the secret chamber, holding the "Chaos Gathering Pill" that radiated light in their hands.

Bei Chenshu stepped forward and expressed his gratitude to the masters: "Thank you all, if it weren't for your timely refinement of the Chaos Gathering Pill, the palace would probably be in turmoil today."

The masters returned the greetings one after another. Ji He, being the most senior, spoke first: "Your Majesty is too kind! As members of our sect, we have an inescapable responsibility to deal with the evil cultivators who are disturbing the mortal world. Fortunately, we have finally lived up to everyone's expectations and refined the Chaos Gathering Pill."

The "Chaos Gathering Pill" was emitting a soft light at this moment.

Just then, Bei Chenshu's expression suddenly changed: "Someone is breaking the restrictions of the Holy Land."

Gu Changzhou: "Could it be that the master of breaking formations that Xuanji Hall found has already arrived?"

Bei Chenshu: "Then what are we waiting for, masters? Please hurry up and integrate the refined 'Chaos Gathering Pill' into the restriction."

After saying that, he took out a token that could lead to the holy land.

Almost instantly, they arrived at the holy site using the token.

Not far ahead is the center of the holy land, where there is a recessed area, which should be used to place the Chaos Gathering Pill.

Ji He placed it in the groove, and then several masters surrounded the pill, each using their unique spiritual power techniques. The spiritual power and the pill resonated with each other, gradually merging into one, flowing out along the veins of the sacred land's restrictions.

The light grew brighter and brighter, and the entire holy land was enveloped in a dazzling light curtain. The originally damaged runes were also revitalized and became more stable under the nourishment of the powerful spiritual energy.

As the "Chaos Gathering Pill" fully integrated into the sacred ground's restrictions, the spiritual energy fluctuations within the palace gradually stabilized, and a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere permeated the air.

Bei Chenshu felt the unprecedented power of the sacred ground's restrictions and was overjoyed: "With such powerful restrictions protecting us, the imperial palace and even the entire dynasty have an extra layer of solid protection."

However, Bei Chenhan frowned, saying worriedly, "Your Majesty, although the Xuanji Hall suffered heavy losses this time for colluding with the Blood Spirit Sect, they will surely not give up. They will definitely continue to plot in the shadows, and we cannot let our guard down." Gu Changzhou echoed him solemnly, "The Crown Prince is absolutely right, Your Majesty. This incident has shown us that these evil forces are deeply hidden and ruthless. We must strengthen our control over the martial arts world and the imperial court, and eliminate potential threats."

Bei Chenshu nodded in agreement, saying, "What you two say is very true. I have decided that from today onwards, we will increase the intensity of patrols in the martial world, spread our spies widely, and closely monitor the movements of evil sects such as the Blood Spirit Sect. At the same time, in the imperial court, I will order the Ministry of Personnel to conduct a comprehensive assessment of officials to prevent any evil sect spies from infiltrating the ranks."

After saying that, Bei Chenshu looked at Gu Changzhou: "Lord Gu, I'll leave this matter to you. You have extensive connections in the martial world, so you'll surely be able to handle it well."

Gu Changzhou clasped his hands in acceptance of the order: "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will do my utmost."

Bei Chenshu then turned his gaze to Bei Chenhan: "Elder brother, I hope you can assist with the court examination. With your help, we will be able to find the hidden villains more quickly."

Bei Chenhan cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, rest assured, this is my duty."

Elder Lang said, "In that case, our mission in Zhongzhou City is complete, and we shall set off back to our sect."

Bei Chenshu: "Why are you in such a hurry, masters? I will host a farewell banquet for you before you set off."

Ji He waved his hand: "Your Majesty is too kind. We sect members don't care about such formalities. We've been away for a while now, and the sect must have accumulated a lot of things. It would be best to go back as soon as possible."

"That's fine too."

Ji He and the others bid farewell and departed on their swords.

However, the various defensive formations they set up around the palace in order to refine the "Chaos Gathering Pill" were not removed and continued to play an important role.

After they left, Bei Chenshu led the group to continue their discussion.

Suddenly, a guard rushed over, knelt on one knee, and said anxiously, "Your Majesty, we have just caught some suspicious people and found some strange letters on them, which seem to be related to the Blood Spirit Cult."

Bei Chenshu's expression hardened, and he immediately said, "Bring him up!"

Before long, several people who were tied up were brought up.

One of them seemed to be the leader, with an arrogant expression, and was unwilling to speak easily.

Bei Chenshu stared intently at the leader and said coldly, "You'd better tell me honestly what your relationship is with the Blood Spirit Sect, and what your purpose is in coming to the palace."

The leader snorted coldly, turned his head away, and did not answer.

Gu Changzhou stepped forward, his eyes revealing an air of authority, and said, "Do you think we can't find out if you don't talk? Now that you've been captured, resisting to the end will only lead to your death. If you're willing to tell the truth, His Majesty might spare your life."

The leader's expression shifted slightly upon hearing this, but he still hesitated.

Seeing this, Bei Chenhan also spoke up to persuade him, "Brother, if you remain stubborn, you will implicate your family. Can you bear to watch them suffer because of your obstinacy?"

Upon hearing the word "family," the leader finally showed a hint of wavering. He gritted his teeth and said, "Fine, I'll tell you. We are indeed members of the Blood Spirit Cult. Our infiltration of the palace was to meet those men in black and, at the same time, to find an opportunity to break the sacred ground's restrictions."

Bei Chenshu frowned and asked, "How many accomplices do you have? Where are they hiding?"

The leader replied, "I don't know the exact number, but I do know that we have people all over the capital who will follow the leader's orders."

Gu Changzhou pressed further, "Where is your leader now? What are his plans?"