Reborn as Powerful Minister's Beloved
Chapter 392 - 371: First Update

Chapter 392: Chapter 371: First Update

"Yin He, release our Commandery Princess first—" Nian Xia remained confused, uncertain of the situation, and why Yin He would kidnap the Commandery Princess?

It seemed, it seemed it was actually the Commandery Princess’s idea.

With caution, Nian Xia considered, even if it was the Commandery Princess’s idea, swords and blades have no eyes, and with that monster present, what if someone got injured?

Zheng Congyuan did not speak, but his gaze never left Zheng Nianru, whose body was mostly obscured by a young man’s sleeve, nor could he discern Zheng Nianru’s expression, hidden in the shade of the trees.

The Master of Ghoul Ravine carefully watched Master Yu Sheng, his subordinates well-trained and orderly, a stark contrast from their earlier foolish appearance in the guise of a waiter, moving eerily in unison.

Master Yu Sheng suddenly let out a light laugh, glanced at the Master of Ghoul Ravine, realizing that it was the youth that had disturbed his thoughts previously. Disregarding the young man, the one before him was quite predictable.

"If I’m not mistaken, this must be the Master of Ghoul Ravine," Master Yu Sheng said without a questioning tone, evidently already certain of the other’s identity, which made some subsequent matters much easier to explain.

Only the Master of Ghoul Ravine could so effortlessly cast the Ghost Shadow on Heir Zong and have Zong Yunqian remain completely unaware.

During the brief exchange earlier, he had suspected the identities of the two men; now it seemed likely that both were elders from Ghoul Ravine.

As Master Yu Sheng finished speaking, everyone looked in shock at the Master of Ghoul Ravine and his companions, some members of the Fire Order Squad suddenly feeling fear down to their pores.

This was the Master of Ghoul Ravine, the terrifying, horrifying figure from the books about Ghoul Ravine.

Ju Nanyi, however, had focused his gaze on Zheng Nianru held by the youth. Who was this youth? This youth was not from Ghoul Ravine; he had been in Zheng Capital before they received the news.

So, who was he? What exactly was his identity? Ju Nanyi had not failed to investigate; in fact, ever since he witnessed the youth’s strange techniques, he had secretly looked into the youth’s identity, and had even joined the Fire Order Squad for this purpose—he delved into ancient texts to uncover the secrets of the youth’s strange techniques.

Originally serving the Second Prince, he later joined the Fourth Prince due to his close relationship with Zheng Nianru. Therefore, this man appeared beside Zheng Nianru.

However, at that moment, Ju Nanyi could not help but question the purpose of this man’s presence beside Zheng Nianru.

The Master of Ghoul Ravine coldly regarded Master Yu Sheng, neither responding nor contradicting, which further shocked everyone.

Zheng Nianru was also stunned. Ghoul Ravine? The arch-enemy of Qiandao Temple, which had destroyed Qiandao Temple. She had heard the name of Ghoul Ravine before, with some suggesting that they seek its aid to destroy Qiandao Temple, but Ju Nanyi had refused.

Zheng Nianru suddenly felt an urge to laugh, to live another lifetime and see Ju Nanyi and Qiandao Temple standing on the same side.

"Don’t waste time—" Zheng Nianru suddenly spoke sharply, and though the youth was slightly startled, he nodded in agreement, clearly seeing that they were at a disadvantage today, especially since it was Nianru who spoke, whose words he trusted even more.

"Let’s go—" Yin He suddenly spoke, and while the Master of Ghoul Ravine was momentarily taken aback, he was touched by this acknowledgment of their identity.

The Master of Ghoul Ravine instantly felt excited, but it didn’t show on his face. Instead, he felt a strong sense of pride and agreement with Yin He’s words, considering his son to be like himself, decisive and opinionated, and thus he made a swift decision.

The Master of Ghoul Ravine gestured, and immediately the subordinates of Ghoul Ravine closed in by a step, with the two elders, Elder Can and Elder Su, moving to the back of the group, promptly replaced by others in their former positions.

Zheng Nianru was led by the youth to retreat a few steps backwards, and finally, through the gap between the youth’s arms, she saw Zheng Congyuan’s face full of worry.

Zheng Nianru looked into those eyes, the concern evident and unmasked, those eyes that said, if she were in any danger, the owner of these eyes would rush over without hesitation, regardless of everyone’s amazement, regardless of...

Zheng Nianru felt certain of it.

The members of the Fire Order Squad immediately focused, following the people from Ghoul Ravine as they step by step closed in. Master Yu Sheng took two steps forward, which seemed to boost the confidence of the Fire Order Squad members.

Zheng Congyuan immediately glanced at Ju Nanyi, who quickly moved closer to Zheng Congyuan.

"At all costs, ensure the Commandery Princess’s safety," stated Zheng Congyuan, brooking no argument.

Ju Nanyi was slightly stunned, but the next moment he nodded resolutely. He had been considering how to persuade the Crown Prince to save Princess Chao Ren, but unexpectedly, the Crown Prince had eliminated the need for much of his strategizing.

Ju Nanyi immediately waved his hand, the command simple: save her.

"Brother—" At that moment, Zong Yunqian, supported by Gu Dao and Xi Feng, and looking pale, slowly approached, his skin so thin due to blood loss that under the sunlight, one could even see the blood vessels beneath it.

Zong Yunqian walked right up to Master Yu Sheng, looked at Zheng Nianru being held by the youth, and saw the youth sneer. If before he did not understand why the youth targeted him, now he vaguely guessed the reason.

"Formations have already been laid outside the yard, and without the formation, you might still have had a chance. Release her, and I will spare you all, provided that you never step into Nanzheng State’s territory again," said Zong Yunqian.

Master Yu Sheng looked at Zong Yunqian, puzzled. Let them go? With that youth, Ghoul Ravine would surely gain much strength, and in a few years, it would be a force to be reckoned with. Initially, his master saw something unique in the youth and tried hard to resolve it.

Although the youth did not possess the power of the ghost shadow, he was born with the ability to absorb it, both righteous and evil. Stepping into the path of evil would surely brew great disaster.

Zong Yunqian did not look at Master Yu Sheng, his gaze coldly fixed on Yin He.

In a moment, Zheng Congyuan and Ju Nanyi had confirmed the next course of action: focus on dealing with the youth and recover Zheng Nianru from him as quickly as possible.

Zheng Nianru watched Zheng Congyuan, retreating step by step following the youth’s movements. Clearly, the youth did not take Zong Yunqian’s words to heart, moving steadily towards the back door.

Outside the back door, Yu Yuan with the members of the Fire Order Squad were densely surrounding the entire Prince Duan’s Mansion.

Zong Yunqian felt a rush of urgency; ordinary people could not withstand the formation, and he thought the youth would surely not let Zheng Nianru face danger, but seeing the youth steadfastly heading to the back door, he became unsure of his earlier conclusion.

Yin He stopped in his tracks, not daring to move backwards, clearly aware of the formidable nature of the formation behind him.

"Lord Yu, with such a grand display, can you really capture that monster?" Prince Duan sneered slightly, somewhat disbelieving of these guards armed with bizarrely shaped weapons.

"Nian, Nian Ru?" Prince Duan suddenly stumbled, almost falling, wasn’t Nian Ru outside? Why was she inside?

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