Capítulo 1876: Chapter 1877: A Time of Turmoil

“Someone wants to settle scores with him because of what happened to Uncle Su back then.”

The first person Ye Qingming thought of was Ye Qingci, who had been secretly investigating this matter for a long time. To others, it might seem like a secret operation, but at their level, they had a vague understanding of what Ye Qingci truly cared about.

Nearby, Ye Qingci quickly guessed Ye Qingming’s thoughts and took the initiative to speak, “The incident at the Demon Slayer Department had apparent causes. Indeed, I secretively arranged infiltrators into the Demon Slayer Department to look for records regarding Uncle Su’s incident years ago, but…”

“Even if there are remaining records in the Demon Slayer Department, they won’t directly expose Yang Chengyin’s background.”

Ye Qingming’s eyes shifted, quickly realizing something.

“Unless someone wants to use this opportunity to deliver clues to your hands?”

Ye Qingci nodded, “I only realized this after the incident broke out.”

“But now, it seems these things are no longer important.”

“No, they’re very important.”

Ye Qingci’s argumentative tone left Ye Qingming confused, turning to look at Ye Qingci strangely.

“Although the ultimate goals seem the same, it’s obvious the person behind the scenes wants Yang Chengyin’s downfall, while all Big Brother Su and I want is the truth from years ago.”

Looking up, Ye Qingci’s gaze fell on the yet-to-be-repaired Demon Suppression Tower. Although the chance was slim, she still hoped to find some scattered information within.

“Hmm, Qingci, you probably have quite a few private matters to attend to. You can go ahead.”

Having known his daughter’s intentions for this trip would not solely be official duties, Ye Wujiang took the initiative to speak, allowing her to proceed more conveniently.

“Yes, Father.”

After promising, Ye Qingci turned to Ye Qingming with a gentle nod before stepping into the Demon Suppression Tower.

Ye Qingming watched his sister’s departing figure, softly expressing, “Qingci is indeed capable of handling things independently now.”

“I’ve always said that your sister is destined to walk a path different from yours and mine.”

Ye Wujiang’s face bore a faint smile filled with pride.

“Father, you didn’t say that back then. Weren’t you the most unsupportive of her…”

“That was a father’s concern! I’ve walked this path before; don’t I know whether it’s bitter or difficult better than you?!”

Ye Wujiang’s words left Ye Qingming speechless, preventing him from speaking further. After glancing around reluctantly, he asked.

“Yang Chengyin surely doesn’t fear Qingci, right?”

“Of course not. Qingci’s investigation hasn’t reached a level that poses any threat. Do you think I haven’t tried to view the secret archives in the Demon Slayer Department over these decades? The records contain unknown information but pose no fundamental threat to Yang Chengyin. At most, they can only prove he’s a shameful individual.”

“A Demon Slayer Officer can’t be a shameful person. That’s why these secret archives are so well protected, right? Since it isn’t Qingci’s actions forcing Yang Chengyin into desperation, then…”

“And who else do you think? Do I need to spell it out for you?”

Ye Qingming’s pupils contracted with understanding, yet he dared not utter the name of the person he suspected, merely inquiring.

“Does Qingci know about this?”

“She knows faster than you. She’s more concerned than you; you don’t need to worry too much about her. Now that the Demon Slayer Officer’s position is temporarily vacant, you’ll likely have to manage many affairs; pay attention.”

With the Demon Slayer Officer defecting, several tasks of the Demon Slayer Department indeed fell to Ye Qingming. He just hadn’t considered this would last long.

“Then what about Xu Zijing?”

“Unless unforeseen, Xu Zijing probably won’t become the next officer.”

“Why? Isn’t Xu Zijing personally promoted by Your Majesty?”

“Don’t forget Xu Zijing’s mentor.”

“Lord National Master?”

Ye Qingming spoke softly, quickly understanding the issue.

“Your Majesty doesn’t want to grant too much power to the Dragon and Tiger lineage.”

“Ji Yuguang recently established the Dao Sect’s legitimacy for Mount Longhu, raising its status significantly. While Your Majesty indeed trusts Xu Zijing, he won’t allow Mount Longhu’s reputation to rise further. You focus on administrative matters all day, and even if you don’t want to get involved, can you not pay more attention? You’re not as mindful as Long Xuan from the Long family.”

Ye Qingming scratched his head, puzzled, “How does this concern Long Xuan?”

“Then tell me, why has Long Xuan never pursued an official career? With his strength and talent, even as a Dragon Soul Slayer, wouldn’t Your Majesty grant him a special appointment easily? Don’t forget, after the Immortal Emperor’s passing, the Hidden Dragon Guard’s position has been vacant for decades with no successor. With Long Xuan’s royal lineage, external family ties, and Earth Immortal strength, wouldn’t it be sufficient to rebuild?”

Ye Qingming fell silent for a long time before speaking.

“Did Long Xuan foresee the rise of the Dragon and Tiger faction back then?”

“The rise of the Dragon and Tiger faction was inevitable; foreseeing that is not difficult. The key is to maintain one’s independence. The Long family acted arrogantly and audaciously in recent years—Your Majesty had long harbored dissatisfaction. Long Xuan realized this back then, which is why he didn’t follow the Dragon and Tiger’s momentum upward.”

Ye Qingming blinked, pondering for a moment, “I suspect that Long Xuan himself simply didn’t want to get involved in these matters.”

Ye Wujiang merely shook his head without refuting, “Perhaps. But regardless, Long Xuan indeed made the most correct choice, far wiser than Long Tingsheng.”

Ye Qingming quickly reacted, instantly understanding.

“Long Tingsheng’s death was tacitly approved by Your Majesty.”

Ye Wujiang chuckled softly, “You finally realized. Otherwise, did you truly believe there were so many coincidences? Someone managed to infiltrate the Capital City quietly, leaving all the Earth Immortals indifferent? Even Yang Chengyin arrived just after everything had ended? In the Capital City, no major matter escapes Your Majesty’s watchful eyes.”

Ye Qingming remained silent, turning to look at the Demon Suppression Tower, its formation destroyed.

Ye Wujiang’s words had already answered his previous question.

The person genuinely wanting Yang Chengyin to step down could be none other than the current Majesty.

“What a turbulent autumn, Qingci getting caught up in this vortex. I wonder how many troubles still await.”

“Only minor troubles. The matter rests under Your Majesty’s control. Even though Yang Chengyin destroyed the Demon Suppression Tower and released a portion of the Demon Clan, the core remains untouched. With everything under control, Your Majesty won’t suddenly strike unexpectedly. If anything, the one recent matter that caught Your Majesty by surprise was most likely that one event.”

Ye Qingming’s eyes shifted with understanding, already aware.

“The issue Father mentioned is Big Brother Su’s return and the collapse of the Yu Clan Cave Heaven.”

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