It's just a simulation game, how did the fairy become real?

Just as Jiang Li was about to agree, she heard Pei Yichen's words.

She knew that Pei Yichen had been studying martial arts on the mountain for five years, which, in terms of martial arts, was only enough to lay a solid foundation.

How much combat power do they have?

"Do you know that to protect the emperor, one must at least be a martial arts master?"

"Of course I know."

"I have already reached the level of a grandmaster."

Pei Yichen nodded, his every move exuding confidence.

"Before Father leaves the city, he can send someone to test my strength."

Jiang Li looked at the other person, completely surprised.

Pei Yichen was only five years older than him.

A martial arts master at the age of fifteen?

The most talented Grandmaster in the palace was only thirty-five years old when he barely crossed the threshold of becoming a Grandmaster.

Such a being is extremely rare in the world.

Pei Yichen's talent is even more terrifying than this grandmaster's?

"I will report back to Your Majesty truthfully."

But you should be aware that if you fail the test, His Majesty may revoke the token.

Because that would be a crime of deceiving the emperor.

Jiang Li said in a low voice that taking back the tokens was part of her consideration.

Even if Pei Yichen lied, she would still save Pei Zhongshu, but it would be best not to let the Pei family get into danger again in the future.

The Pei family sacrificed a great deal to support him.

She needs to plan for the future of the Pei family.

We can't let them down!

Pei Yichen nodded. "Please make the arrangements as soon as possible."

As the two walked out of the teahouse one after the other and parted ways, Pei Yichen called out to Jiang Li.

"this is for you."

"what?"

Jiang Li looked at the red fruit wrapped in oil paper in Pei Yichen's hand and subconsciously asked a question.

"The pastries made by the Pei family's chef are something you can't find anywhere else."

"Just consider this a bribe."

Pei Yichen picked up one of the eggs and popped it into his mouth, then stuffed the rest into Jiang Li's arms before smiling and walking out of the teahouse through the back door.

"Is this guy treating me like a child?"

Jiang Li grumbled, but still ate the red fruit.

"generally."

Jiang Li carefully put away the pastries, and when she turned around, there was already a figure behind her.

"Let Bei Dao test his strength tonight."

If it's feasible, let's do as he suggests.

Bei Dao is the genius who became a grandmaster at the age of thirty-five. It would be perfect to have him test Pei Yichen's strength.

"Fine, you can come with me tonight."

"The two of them go together."

If a fifteen-year-old grandmaster were true, Pei Yichen would probably become arrogant and complacent.

We need to put some pressure on him and make him realize that there are always people more capable than him.

I told you not to treat me like a child every time!

but……

It's so nice to have someone reading it to you.

You didn't expect that two grandmasters would actually come to your door that night.

[Cuiping, as the messenger, also came with the Grandmaster to watch the battle.]

[Bei Dao truly lives up to his reputation as a genius grandmaster; he exerted immense pressure from the very beginning, but with the help of Gu Hong Ying, you were still able to withstand his attacks.]

To your surprise, while Bei Dao launched his powerful attack, another grandmaster joined the battle.

When facing two opponents alone, you find it extremely difficult.

However, the support from Lonely Shadow is far more powerful than you imagined. Combined with the Nine Yang Sword Technique, you gradually stabilized the situation under the siege of the two grandmasters.

After a long and fierce battle, you finally lost a point and were defeated by the other two.

As agreed, the emperor will send a grandmaster to protect your father.

When Jiang Li left with the two grandmasters, the two behind her remained silent.

Let's talk about how it feels.

"He...did not give it his all."

It felt like they deliberately lost to us.

Bei Dao's expression was bitter. At first, they were able to gain the advantage in combat tactics, but as Pei Yichen adapted to their fighting style, it became difficult for the two of them to force each other to make mistakes.

Pei Yichen lost by only one point.

It looks like he did it on purpose.

"If it's a life-or-death battle, and we can't kill him within half an incense stick's time, then we'll be the ones who die."

Another master also spoke.

Although they are reluctant to admit it, the strength of the younger generation has already exceeded their expectations.

Grandmaster is definitely not the limit for Pei Yichen!

Given time, the Pei family may produce another Grandmaster!

Jiang Li was shocked to hear this, as the two of them were already top experts in the royal family.

As for Grandmasters, they are not yet at the level that Jiang Li can freely mobilize.

For two grandmasters to give such high praise, Pei Yichen's strength must be approaching that of a grandmaster!

Fifteen years old?

He is really not human!

These are the heartfelt words of two masters.

On the day Pei Hanming left the capital, the two grandmasters who had sparred with Pei Yichen also quietly left the capital.

To ensure everything went smoothly, the royal family's hidden masters also left the city.

Three grandmasters in total, plus other close protectors.

The young empress spared no expense to protect Pei Zhongshu.

The two masters of the Northern Blade Sect, though openly known, left the city in great secrecy, but they still could not escape the surveillance of the aristocratic families.

No sooner had they left the city than the message was delivered to Zhou Zhongguang's desk.

"It seems that the Pei family still holds a significant place in our little empress's heart."

Zhou Zhongguang laughed out loud after seeing the message.

To ensure success, the Zhou family sent three grandmasters to assassinate him.

Besides them, there were several professional assassins.

Did they really think that having two grandmasters protecting him would be enough to save Pei Hanming?

Innocent!

"Since you're so worried about Pei Zhongshu, why don't you accompany the Grand Secretary on his journey?"

Zhou Chongguang had already figured out the situation inside the palace, and there was another grandmaster in the shadows, whose identity was currently unknown.

At this moment, there are at most two Grandmasters in the palace!

Grandmasters will not intervene unless in dire straits.

The last time he made a move was more than 20 years ago.

The grandmasters of that time were already very old.

There's been no news of him for so many years; he's probably long since turned to dust!

All you need to do is create some commotion and lure one of the grandmasters away, and the rest will become very simple.

It doesn't matter if they can't lure them away; the assassination process will just be slightly longer at most.

The Zhou family's ability to become a leader among aristocratic families was not solely due to their influence in the imperial court.

He has recruited quite a few skilled individuals.

Since the young emperor is courting death, he wouldn't mind replacing him with a more obedient one!

Chapter 5: Your subject is plotting a rebellion!

The palace was heavily guarded. Su Chen was dressed in a loose black robe and wore a half-mask.

Led by the old eunuch, they bypassed the palace and patrolled all the way to the Empress's bedroom.

From Su Chen's perspective, there were only a handful of people inside and outside the palace, including eunuchs and palace maids.

Even during the day, Su Chen felt a chill.