Only after unifying the world did I realize that immortals existed in this world.

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Bingxuan also became serious and asked Lu Junfeng, "Brother Lu, what happened? Tell me quickly!"

"well……"

Lu Junfeng sighed: "This is also my fault; I wasn't careful enough..."

Then he told Liu Bingxuan about the matter of Shiyu.

Upon hearing this, Liu Bingxuan frowned.

The candlelight illuminated his face, and Lu Junfeng would occasionally stealthily observe his expression, assessing the thorniness of the matter.

If even Liu Bingxuan couldn't do anything, then he had no choice but to believe in Chu Xiangyun's miracle.

"This matter...sigh, it's not easy to handle!"

Liu Bingxuan unconsciously tapped the armrest of the chair, his expression growing increasingly solemn.

He is not Chu Xiangyun, so there is no need for Lu Junfeng to explain too much.

He knew what this little farce would lead to.

Lu Junfeng earnestly said, "Brother Liu, my junior brother Shi did something wrong, but no matter what, he cannot die here! If this causes a rift between Great Xia and my sect, it is something neither of us wants to see."

Liu Bingxuan shook his head and asked in a deep voice, "Was anyone killed?"

"Um……"

Lu Junfeng pondered for a moment before replying, "Although my junior brother is arrogant, he knows his limits. If nothing unexpected happens, he shouldn't harm anyone."

"Brother Lu, this matter is very important! I need you to confirm that Junior Brother Shi has indeed not harmed anyone."

Lu Junfeng paused for a moment, then understood: "I understand, Brother Liu. I will go to that restaurant tonight to personally heal the people my junior brother injured, apologize on his behalf, and compensate for the losses."

"Um!"

Smart people find communication convenient.

Liu Bingxuan nodded, but his expression remained serious, his eyes darting around as if he were plotting something.

Lu Junfeng waited for his follow-up question and tentatively asked, "Brother Liu..."

Liu Bingxuan shook his head, his expression dark and unreadable: "Brother Lu, you don't understand! If someone else were in charge of this matter, it would be fine, but if Qi Xiu is in charge... it's going to be troublesome."

Liu Bingxuan is an unfathomable person.

He was polite and tactful, and Lu Junfeng often couldn't tell whether he was being sincere or not. However, at this moment, when Qi Xiu was mentioned, his face darkened, and he addressed him by his given name.

Clearly... he doesn't like this person.

Lu Junfeng could see that!

He secretly kept it in mind.

Liu Bingxuan narrowed his eyes slightly and explained, "This man was originally a surrendered official from the enemy side. He is incorruptible and ruthless, and his pursuit of laws and rules is almost obsessive. However, because his talent was appreciated by His Majesty and his theory of governing the country according to law aligned with His Majesty's wishes, he was promoted despite his past. After the unification of the country, His Majesty appointed him as the chief editor of the Legal System and concurrently as the Minister of Justice, responsible for compiling the 'New Laws of the Great Xia,' a position even higher than mine."

Xie Cangrong wanted to know the situation on the Immortal Alliance's side.

Similarly, Lu Junfeng also wanted to learn about the power dynamics within the Great Xia Dynasty.

Which officials wield great power, and what power do they wield? Which officials have close relationships with each other, and which officials are enemies of each other?

What Liu Bingxuan was saying was exactly what he wanted to know.

These few words helped him understand Qi Xiu and Liu Bingxuan in front of him, and to think about the possibility of future cooperation.

Although Liu Bingxuan's description of Qi Xiu was quite objective.

However, Lu Junfeng still discerned the irreconcilable antagonism between the two.

Qi Xiu was an enemy who surrendered, yet he was highly valued by Xie Cangrong, and his power and status even surpassed that of Liu Bingxuan, his trusted confidant. It was only natural that Liu Bingxuan would be dissatisfied with him.

Moreover, the identity of an enemy who has surrendered is very sensitive. Liu Bingxuan is loyal to Xie Cangrong and will certainly be wary of him.

These are all things that can be utilized.

However... in this matter, Liu Bingxuan is telling him that Qi Xiu's status is still above Liu Bingxuan's, and without Lu Junfeng's cooperation, he cannot handle it alone.

This makes things even more complicated.

Liu Bingxuan looked at him seriously: "The law does not tolerate personal feelings or emotions. Do you understand, Brother Lu? His Majesty governs the country with the policy of 'cultivating all virtues,' which has deeply resonated with the people over the past three years. If Junior Brother Shi has broken the law within our territory, then an explanation must be given. It is impossible for your sect to judge him. Otherwise, it would be an infringement on the dignity of the law. Infringing on the dignity of the law is an infringement on the sovereignty of Great Xia, an infringement on the dignity of Great Xia, and an undermining of the foundation of Great Xia."

"If Junior Brother Shi kills someone in public, there is no way to redeem him. He must pay with his life, and there will be no possibility of reversing this matter."

"this……"

Lu Junfeng's face stiffened: "This... what should we do! Brother Liu, my junior brother is like a brother to me. He's just a bit hot-tempered, but he's not a bad person! If he dies here, I won't be able to explain it to the sect. It will also be detrimental to the friendship between Great Xia and Taihua. For both personal and public reasons, I beg you to show me a way to save him."

Liu Bingxuan shook his head, offering words of comfort: "Don't worry! Brother Lu, no one has died! As long as no one has died, there's room for maneuver. Even if Qi Xiu wants to carry out the execution, he can't do it immediately. We still have a chance."

"Please teach me, Brother Liu."

Liu Bingxuan's eyes were deep as he spoke slowly and deliberately: "No one has died. Now, Junior Brother Shi's greatest crime is the great disrespect for His Majesty, which is a capital offense."

"The other crimes have clear criteria, written in black and white, all defined by Qi Xiu. If you did it, you did it; if you didn't, you didn't. They cannot be changed."

He turned to look at Lu Junfeng: "However, the degree of disrespect towards His Majesty is ultimately determined by His Majesty himself. If His Majesty does not find it offensive, then it naturally does not constitute disrespect. This matter can be considered a big deal or a small deal, Brother Lu, do you understand what I mean?"

What started as a farce in the marketplace naturally shifted the focus of the conflict to Xie Cangrong, as Liu Bingxuan had intended.

Upon hearing this, Lu Junfeng lowered his eyes and said, "I hope Brother Liu can give me some guidance."

Liu Bingxuan spoke calmly: "His Majesty has always been wise and benevolent. Tomorrow, I, Liu, will enter the palace to pay my respects and explain the situation to His Majesty. During the banquet, Brother Lu, please apologize on behalf of your junior brother, and be sincere in your words."

"Junior Brother Shi's prayer for rain was successful, but he made a slip of the tongue after drinking. It is understandable that you immortals come from foreign lands and are unfamiliar with our laws, and I believe His Majesty will not hold it against you."

"If Your Majesty pardons Junior Brother Shi's grave disrespect, then Qi Xiu will have nothing to say. He'll be spared the death penalty, and his remaining crimes will only result in imprisonment or caning, punished according to the law. This will give both of us an explanation, allowing us to turn hostility into friendship. What do you say?"

Liu Bingxuan, as expected of a quick-witted person, grasped the key points in such a short time and clearly pointed out a practical path for Lu Junfeng.

"Is...is this method feasible?"

Lu Junfeng's eyes lit up. After listening to Liu Bingxuan's explanation, he pondered in his heart that there was great potential in it.

Compared to the unreliable Chu Xiangyun, Liu Bingxuan is clearly much more reassuring.

Liu Bingxuan thought for a moment, then extended his hand: "Based on my understanding of His Majesty, I am at least 80% confident in this matter."

Lu Junfeng's face lit up with joy, and he repeatedly rose to bow to Liu Bingxuan, saying, "That's wonderful! Brother Liu, if my junior brother can survive, I will surely repay you handsomely!"

Liu Bingxuan quickly stood up and helped him up: "Brother Lu, please don't be like this. We hit it off immediately. This is just what I should do. Please don't stand on ceremony."

"Don't rush, Brother Lu..."

He then changed the subject, looking intently at Lu Junfeng: "Brother Lu, I, Liu, am certainly capable of speaking on behalf of Junior Brother Shi before His Majesty, but there needs to be a pretext, don't you think?"

Liu Bingxuan's words were subtle.

However, the meaning behind it was very clear to Lu Junfeng, who was practically rubbing his hands together in anticipation.

Of course I can make this trip for you, but how can I ask for anything if you don't offer something to impress the emperor?

You need to bribe the emperor.