Yue Huaiyuan found it amusing, but he still shook his head.
"If Inspector Jiang truly wishes to slay Demons, you might as well comfortably stay here in Yu Hangzhou for two days."
"Then... follow me to Suzhou."
Jiang Yuechu was startled.
"Return to Suzhou?"
She had just come from Suzhou; how could she not know the situation there?
Besides the Seed Lotus great Demon in Taihu Lake, what other Demon dared to show its face near Suzhou?
Regarding the Seed Lotus great Demon... Xie Tinglan, who was standing beside her, seemed to notice Jiang Yuechu's doubts and spoke up to explain.
"Lord Jiang, you may not know this."
"Besides the news that the inspectors from various counties arrived last night, my master also specially sent an urgent letter."
Xie Tinglan's expression became solemn, and a faint light flickered in his eyes.
"The letter stated clearly that several golden robe Commanders who were traveling outside have already set off and are expected to arrive in Suzhou in five or six days."
"Once the golden robe Lords are in place, gathering the elites of the Jiangdong Military Commission..."
"We will immediately launch a full assault on Taihu Lake!"
A full assault on Taihu Lake?
Jiang Yuechu's eyelids twitched.
This was going to be a decisive battle.
Yue Huaiyuan took over the conversation, chuckling.
"Originally, the pressure here in Yu Hangzhou was immense, and I couldn't leave."
"But yesterday, we joined forces to kill... *cough, cough*."
The old man seemed to recall something and nervously glanced around.
After confirming that there were no eavesdroppers, he corrected himself: "We joined forces and drove away that beast."
"Once it fled, the Demons affiliated with it in the Yu Hangzhou territory also ran away overnight."
"Now, even if I don't personally guard Yu Hangzhou City, the City's garrison is sufficient to cope."
Yue Huaiyuan picked up his teacup, took a large gulp, and continued, "Yu Hangzhou is only a hundred miles from Suzhou. Since we are free here, we naturally cannot just stand by and watch."
"I have already sent a messenger to the Dusi. We will head to Suzhou in three days to gather forces and reinforce the battle at Taihu Lake!"
As his voice fell silent.
A brief silence fell over the reception hall.
Jiang Yuechu lowered her gaze, her slender eyelashes concealing the emotions in her eyes.
Taihu Lake... a Zhonglian Realm Demon. If it came down to a one-on-one fight, with her Late Stage of the Ink Staining Realm Dao Cultivation, she might not be able to handle it unless she burned her Dao Cultivation.
But if it was a chaotic battle... she quickly calculated in her mind.
If luck was on her side, she could take advantage of the chaos, sneak in a final blow... perhaps even devour the Demon's corpse... Jiang Yuechu's throat bobbed slightly.
Although the risk was great.
The reward, however, was unimaginably rich.
As the saying goes, fortune favors the bold.
How could she miss out on this excitement!?
Thinking of this.
The corner of Jiang Yuechu's mouth curled slightly, revealing a faint smile.
"Since General Yue has so kindly invited me."
"Then... I shall join the fun."
Seeing the young woman agree, the old man let out a long sigh of relief.
It wasn't that he didn't want to see the young woman slay Demons.
It was just that... Yue Huaiyuan looked at the excessively young Silver Robe inspector before him, whose expression was cool and detached, and a hint of helplessness flashed in his eyes.
This girl fights too hard.
From north to south, from City to Yu Hangzhou, she had been fighting constantly, working non-stop.
Even a body made of iron couldn't withstand such continuous strain.
Yue Huaiyuan chuckled, the wrinkles on his face smoothing out.
"Since we've decided to leave in three days, Lord Jiang, please stay comfortably at my residence for these few days. Only by resting and recuperating can you fight ferociously."
Jiang Yuechu nodded slightly, not refuting him.
Indeed.
After gorging herself last night, she used the domineering power of the Blood Food Technique to forcibly convert the Flood Dragon's vital blood into Dao Cultivation, breaking through three realms straight into the Late Stage of the Ink Staining Realm.
However, the rapidly surging True Qi in her body still required time to adapt.
These three days would be perfect for stabilization.
Seeing the atmosphere lighten, Yue Huaiyuan's eyes darted around.
"Ahem."
"Now that the rain has stopped, the scenery in Yu Hangzhou is absolutely stunning."
"As the saying goes, 'Above there is heaven, below there are Suzhou and Yu Hangzhou.' Although Yu Hangzhou County is not as grand as the capital, the gentle charm of this Jiangnan water town is unique."
Saying this, he turned his head and called out: "Wan'er."
In a little while.
Little Miss Yue walked in from outside.
"Father."
"You're cooped up in the residence all day, so why don't you act as host for your father and take Lord Jiang sightseeing in the City?"
"Lord Jiang is new here and doesn't know the way; she needs a guide, doesn't she?"
As soon as he said this.
Little Miss Yue was stunned for a moment, and then her delicate little face instantly flushed crimson.
She secretly raised her eyes and peered at Jiang Yuechu.
She felt both nervous and faintly expectant.
"Dau... Daughter is willing."
Since she had nothing else to do.
Jiang Yuechu did not decline.
"Then I shall trouble Young Miss Yue."
...Yu Hangzhou, Main Street.
Although Demons rampaged outside the City, the residents inside seemed to have developed nerves of steel long ago.
Those who should be doing business were doing business; those who should be seeking pleasure were seeking pleasure.
Jiang Yuechu walked at the very front.
Her lake-blue Moon Splendor Skirt accentuated her graceful figure.
Passersby couldn't help but glance at her repeatedly, asking which family's Young Miss she was.
But after asking around, no one knew.
"Sister Jiang, try this!"
Beside her, Yue Wan'er offered a bright red candied hawthorn skewer as if presenting a treasure.
The little girl had specially dressed up today, wearing a goose-yellow Ruqun Dress and a Double Bun Hairstyle, her face beaming with unprecedented excitement.
Jiang Yuechu lowered her head, looking at the crystal-clear sugar coating, hesitated for a moment, and then took a bite.
It was pleasantly sweet and sour.
"It's acceptable."
Seeing Jiang Yuechu eat it, Yue Wan'er's eyes curved into two crescent moons.
"This is Zhang's Candied Hawthorns, the most famous in our Yu Hangzhou! You usually have to queue for ages!"
The two walked side by side, one tall and one small, one cool and one warm, forming a beautiful sight on the main street.
However... the smile on Yue Wan'er's face vanished instantly when she turned to look behind her.
Tsk.
That dog of a man.
Xie Tinglan wore casual clothes and was quite handsome, but in Yue Wan'er's eyes, he was an absolute eyesore no matter how she looked at him.
Suddenly receiving such a Killing Intent-filled gaze, he was taken aback.
Wait... he hadn't said anything the whole way?
How did I offend her?
Xie Tinglan felt wronged. As a dignified Brigade Commander and a top disciple of Commander Lu.
It was bad enough that he was reduced to being a bodyguard follower, but he also had to endure this little girl's disdainful looks.
He could only silently retreat two steps, putting some distance between them.
Unconsciously, the three of them arrived by the Grand Canal.
This was the most prosperous area of Yu Hangzhou, with pleasure boats lined up on both banks and the sound of music constantly drifting out.
Jiang Yuechu's footsteps suddenly halted.
Her nostrils twitched slightly.
This scent... was somewhat familiar, and somewhat nostalgic.
She raised her head, her gaze falling upon the most magnificent three-story building.
It had vermillion-painted carved railings and high-hanging red lanterns.
Leaning on the railing upstairs were several graceful young women, holding round fans and playfully waving down at the street below.
Their voices were delicate and charming, soft and captivating.
"Sister Jiang?"
Yue Wan'er saw her stop and, feeling confused, followed her gaze.
When she realized what the place was, her small face instantly flushed crimson.
"This... this is..."
She stammered, wanting to pull Jiang Yuechu away quickly.
This kind of smoke and willow lane was the most filthy.
If a person as divine as Sister Jiang looked at it too long, her eyes might get contaminated.
However.
Jiang Yuechu smoothed her wide sleeves, lifted her foot, and walked toward the main entrance.
"The world is degenerating, what kind of manners are these? I must criticize it properly..."