Many children, many blessings: Stealing the offspring of powerful figures to cultivate immortality.

The area in front of the Prime Minister's residence was in complete disarray.

The heads of the two majestic stone lions have been cut off in half.

A long sword, still trembling, was stuck in the vermilion gate.

That was Bai Ze's sword.

"Ji Lingxiao! You get the hell out here!"

Bai Ze was dressed in silver armor, his hair was disheveled, and his eyes were bloodshot.

He carried a long knife in his hand, and his whole body exuded a murderous aura.

The guards of the Prime Minister's residence surrounded the area, but no one dared to step forward.

Who doesn't know that this General Bai is a notorious mad dog?

He's a fearless fighter, the kind of guy who dares to challenge even the emperor.

"General Bai, the Prime Minister is on official business and is not receiving guests."

The steward of the Prime Minister's residence cautiously offered his advice.

"What kind of official business is this?!"

Bai Ze slashed the steps with his sword, sparks flying everywhere.

"When he was bullying Ningning last night, why didn't he think about his official duties?"

"I used to respect him as a real man, but it turns out he's just a coward who only knows how to bully women!"

The surrounding people were in an uproar.

It was just a rumor at first, but now that General Bai has come knocking on our door, it seems that it's true!

"Squeak—"

The heavy door slowly opened.

A purple figure appeared behind the door.

Ji Lingxiao stood with his hands behind his back, his face cold and indifferent, as if the commotion outside the door had nothing to do with him.

He just stood there, and the oppressive aura of someone who had long held a high position made it hard to breathe.

"Bai Ze, are you trying to rebel?"

"rebel?"

When Bai Ze saw this face, the string in his mind snapped instantly.

"I'm going to rebel!"

"Ji Lingxiao, you beast! How dare you... how dare you treat her like that!"

Bai Ze felt as if his heart was being stabbed when he recalled the foul language he had heard that morning.

That was the girl he cherished so much he dared not even touch.

She was actually ruined by this hypocritical and sanctimonious man!

"General Bai, please be careful with your words."

Ji Lingxiao's expression was indifferent: "The young mistress of the Chu family did indeed come to see me last night."

"Prepare to die!"

Bai Ze roared and charged forward with his sword.

The blade flashed fiercely, aiming straight for Ji Lingxiao's head.

Ji Lingxiao's eyes turned slightly cold. He didn't move his feet, but simply turned slightly to the side.

"brush!"

The long sword slashed down close to his nose, severing a strand of hair from his temple.

Ji Lingxiao raised his hand and firmly gripped the back of the knife with two fingers.

"His internal energy is weak, and his moves are full of flaws."

Ji Lingxiao gave a cold evaluation.

"You think you can kill me with this?"

With a flick of the finger.

"Buzz—"

A tremendous force was transmitted along the blade.

Bai Ze's tiger's mouth trembled violently, and the long sword almost slipped from his hand.

But he was also a ruthless man. Taking advantage of the situation, he spun around, abandoned his knife, and used his fist to smash hard into Ji Lingxiao's face.

"I can kill you with a hammer even without a knife!"

"She came to present irrefutable evidence that Chu Jinglan had not betrayed the country."

Ji Lingxiao interrupted Bai Ze, glancing around at the surroundings, and the previously noisy crowd instantly fell silent.

"I had a long talk with Madam Chu all night about the case."

"As for those foul words..."

Ji Lingxiao sneered, his gaze sweeping over Bai Ze like a blade: "The innocent are innocent. If General Bai dares to spout nonsense again and ruin Madam Chu's reputation, I will not let him off lightly."

Bai Ze was stunned.

"Did General Bai see it?" Ji Lingxiao asked in return.

"I..." Bai Ze was speechless.

"Not seeing it is a lie."

"Repair the plaque properly. If even one piece of paint is missing, I will demolish your general's mansion to pay off your debt."

Bai Ze stood bewildered in the wind.

Are they really discussing the case?

Could it be that the discussion about the case got too heated and they started fighting?

"Stop! All of you, stop!"

This is the scene that Jiang Yining saw when she arrived.

She felt a sudden darkness before her eyes and almost fainted.

What time is it?!

Is it because they can't find an excuse to kill that tyrant Ye Wuhen?

"Ningning!"

Bai Ze looked at the red marks on Jiang Yining's neck, which, although concealed, were still faintly visible.

Her eyes instantly welled up with tears.

"Get out of my way! Let me kill this beast and avenge you!"

"How dare he... how dare he..."

"That's enough!"

Jiang Yining pushed Bai Ze's hand away and turned to look at Ji Lingxiao.

Ji Lingxiao's clothes were somewhat disheveled, but his expression remained indifferent.

He looked at the woman protecting him, a dark and ambiguous light flashing in his eyes.

"Lord Ji."

Jiang Yining took a deep breath, suppressing the panic in her heart.

"General Bai acted impulsively because he was worried about me."

"Come in."

Ji Lingxiao flicked his sleeves and turned to walk into the mansion.

"And that brute, get in here too."

Bai Ze was about to curse again when Jiang Yining glared at him fiercely.

"Shut up!"

The three entered the Prime Minister's residence.

The door slammed shut, cutting off the view from the outside.

Inside the main hall, Ji Lingxiao sat in the main seat, slowly adjusting his cuffs.

"I have investigated the Chu family's case thoroughly."

His servant brought in a stack of files and placed them on the table.

Jiang Yining and Bai Ze were both taken aback.

So fast?

"What... what is this?"

Jiang Yining picked up the file with trembling hands.

The document clearly states irrefutable evidence that the Minister of War forged letters, withheld military pay, and framed loyal officials.

Even the testimony of the supervising eunuch is available.

Every single one of these clauses is a capital offense.

"How is this possible..."

Bai Ze stared wide-eyed at Ji Lingxiao in disbelief.

"You...you were here all night..."

Um... where would you find the time to investigate a case?

Ji Lingxiao gave him a cold glance.

"Do I need to report to you on my actions?"

He looked at Jiang Yining, his gaze lingering on her face for a moment.

"This evidence is enough to overturn the verdict."

Jiang Yining held the file, looking at the aloof man in front of her, her feelings extremely complicated.

It turns out he did keep his word.

Even though rumors were rampant outside, even though everyone thought he would abandon her for the sake of his reputation.

He managed to overturn this seemingly irrefutable case overnight.

"Thank you, sir..."

Jiang Yining was about to kneel down.

"No need."

Ji Lingxiao stood up and walked up to her.

"but……"

Ji Lingxiao changed the subject, his eyes becoming somewhat dangerous.

"How does Madam Chu plan to deal with the rumors circulating outside?"

Jiang Yining's heart tightened.

"I will step forward and clarify, saying that I attempted to seduce the master, but the master did not..."

"Since His Majesty has personally ordered the spread of rumors, do you think you can clear them up?"

Ji Lingxiao interrupted her.

"Your Majesty? It was actually His Majesty who did it? Then... what should we do?"

Ji Lingxiao looked at her, then suddenly stepped forward, forcing Jiang Yining to retreat step by step until her back was against the wall.

"What's done is done, why bother clarifying it?"

He raised his hand, his slender fingers gently stroking Jiang Yining's cheek, right in front of Bai Ze.

"Ji Lingxiao! What are you doing!"

Bai Ze was about to draw his sword again.

Ji Lingxiao raised his hand to block and pushed the sword back into its sheath.

He didn't even look at Bai Ze, but stared into Jiang Yining's eyes.

"Let the Chu family give you a divorce agreement, and I will petition His Majesty to grant me permission to marry you."