CHAPTER 637: CHAPTER 94: INSULTING MY KINDNESS

The Spiritual Fox Dog is a Dark Beast used to inspect Quasi-Dragon Knights for forbidden items before the beginning of the Dragon Pulling Test.

The inner armor that Yue Minzhi wore came from the National Guardian General Residence, and Long Rui admired Yue Nian. Judging from her past behavior, she would absolutely not sprinkle Dragon Eggshell Powder on the inner armor to frame him.

If everyone was still unclear about the source of the Dragon Eggshell Powder before, the action of the Spiritual Fox Dog lunging at Long Jiuzun after sniffing the clothes made the previously puzzled Yue Minzhi understand.

"Vile creature," seeing that the truth had been uncovered, Long Jiuzun, in a fit of rage, lashed out at the Spiritual Fox with a palm-strike, severing the head of the Spiritual Fox Dog and leaving its corpse on the spot.

Upon witnessing this scene, a chill flickered through the apricot-shaped eyes beneath the Purple Gauze of Cheng Ying.

Zhan Tian exhibited displeasure and glanced over at the spectator stands not far away.

Moments before, he had ordered the eviction of all spectators present.

In the small VIP compartment of the stands where Princess Long Xue was located, it was still silent without a trace of noise.

Behind layers of beaded curtains, it was dead silent, and one could not fathom the Princess’s intentions.

Long Jiuzun and Long Ao acted successively, not feeling in the least that using force within the Imperial City was a violation of Imperial respect. With the National Guardian General Residence being so brazen, and Princess Long Xue still choosing invisibility, their ultimate intentions remained unclear.

"Young General Long, do you think that by killing a Spiritual Fox everything is resolved? Sometimes, a dead person might not be the safest," Yue Jinghua said sarcastically, looking at Long Jiuzun.

She stepped forward and picked up the corpse of the Spiritual Fox.

"Young General Long is indeed worthy of the reputation as the Empire War God. That palm strike was clean and beautiful, without any hesitation. I’ve heard people say that when everyone uses their Dark Power in a palm strike, they have a distinct habit. It’s the same for Young General Long. I wonder if anyone here has noticed that the wound on the Spiritual Fox’s body resembles that of the Sky Weasel Dragon," Yue Jinghua spoke with a gentle voice, like a refreshing breeze and drizzle.

However, by the time she finished her last word, her starry eyes had already become a raging storm, filled with furious wrath.

"You’re slandering me," as the Imperial Junior General, Long Jiuzun has never been spoken to like this.

"Whether what I said is true or false, please allow Miss Cheng to verify, and then the conclusion will be reached. However, if the truth is as I said, how will Young General Long explain?" Yue Jinghua’s eyes were glaring, pressuring him vehemently, "Sub-Asian Dragons are sacred and inviolable property of the Empire. You sought revenge against the Blood Cherry Duke Mansion and harmed the Sky Weasel Dragon. Such a crime has already violated the laws of the Empire."

Fire nearly burst from Long Jiuzun’s eyes.

Unable to contain himself any longer, he transformed his hands into heavy fists and lunged for Yue Jinghua.

"Jiuzun," Long Ao, seeing this, was greatly disappointed.

No matter why Long Jiuzun sought to harm the Yue Residence, his actions today were entirely devoid of the composure befitting an Imperial Junior General. Provoked by a few words, he exploded like firecrackers.

The words spoken by Yue Jinghua, though sharp, lacked solid evidence. If Long Jiuzun had calmly dealt with them, even if she spoke eloquently, she still couldn’t touch Long Jiuzun.

"Long Jiuzun, how dare you!" A noble yet stern reprimand fell from the sky.

Princess Long Xue, who had been quietly waiting like part of the air, gracefully leaped into the drill field.

She appeared to be in her thirties, with a slender figure, attractive features, and clear eyes. Her black coiffed hair was without any excessive ornaments like pearl hairpins or diamonds, in a court dress, exuding an easy gracefulness.

Although Princess Long Xue was a noble lady, she did not have the affected postures common to those within the palace. Yue Jinghua’s first impression of her was very favorable.

"Your Highness, Princess," Long Ao and his grandson, upon seeing Princess Long Xue, were not frightened but instead revealed a look of relief.

The relationship between the National Guardian General Residence and the Dragon Battle Royal Family, when traced to its roots, is of the same lineage.

Princess Long Xue has always taken good care of the National Guardian General Residence; facing such an awkward situation today, with the Princess intervening, it’s bound to be resolved peacefully.

"Hurry and pay your respects to Her Highness," Zhan Tian said with a sigh of relief, yet his heart was filled with a helpless sigh.

Since Princess Long Xue has spoken, the matter today will certainly be brushed aside.

Yue Jinghua observed in secret and saw that the two from the Dragon Residence merely bent their knees slightly in salute, their expressions rather haughty.

Princess Long Xue saw this, her eyebrows subtly lifted, and a glint of sharp light flashed in her eyes.

Yue Jinghua understood and thought that this princess was not to be underestimated.

"Everyone, rise. You are all talented individuals who can be nurtured by the Empire. I have heard everything that was said just now," Princess Long Xue was also quite interested in what she heard; Yue Jinghua aggressively pushing Long Jiuzun into a corner, a sight not seen every day, where people from National Guardian General Residence were put at a disadvantage.

On the surface, Princess Long Xue didn’t show it, but in her heart, she was thoroughly pleased and had a hundred points of satisfaction towards Yue Jinghua.

The young siblings of the Yue Clan were unaware of the origins of the National Guardian General Residence and the Imperial Family of the Dragon War Empire.

The National Guardian General Residence is a branch of the Imperial Family. The founder of the General Mansion and Long Teng I were blood brothers.

Together they fought to establish the empire, and in the end, Long Teng I became the Emperor, and the first General of the National Guardian General Residence was granted a first-ranked title.

Over the years, as the health of Long Teng the 72nd deteriorated, the General Mansion has been gaining prominence due to the old General’s fame and the genius reputation of Long Jiuzun.

There have even been rumors that the future Crown Prince of the Empire will come from the Imperial Junior General Residence.

"Your Highness, Princess, this ruffian thief has framed your humble servant," said Long Jiuzun, glaring hatefully at Yue Jinghua. He had never felt such resentment toward anyone, nor had he been driven so out of character by anyone.

Indeed, in the whole Empire, only Yue Jinghua could evoke such a reaction.

"Enough," Princess Long Xue gestured for Long Jiuzun to stop talking, "This matter ends here. I have already said earlier, both the Yue Residence and the General Mansion are pillars of our country. Conflict between the two only harms the Empire’s vital energy. Young Master Yue, as for today’s matter, I will mediate and hope both families can shake hands and make peace. What do you think?"

Princess Long Xue smiled warmly and amiably, showing none of the arrogance expected from imperial royalty. Yue Minzhi hesitated internally; he originally wanted to agree outright yet thought better of it, knowing in his heart that his sister Yue Jinghua would not let the matter drop so easily.

After pondering for a moment, Yue Minzhi ultimately did not compromise immediately. In his heart, he resented the actions of the General Mansion, "Princess, I should indeed give you face in this matter. However, I have heeded Huahua’s opinions from beginning to end. If Huahua says we should let it go, then as far as I’m concerned, tonight’s events never happened."

Yue Minzhi and Yue Jinghua were of one mind, and he subconsciously felt that Yue Jinghua had other plans.

Princess Long Xue was slightly taken aback; she did not expect Yue Minzhi to hand over control of the Duke Mansion to Yue Jinghua. Smiling, she looked towards Yue Jinghua, "I wonder how Young Master Yue sees this?"

Several pairs of eyes turned towards Yue Jinghua.

Yue Jinghua stood under the gaze of everyone, unhurried, with the corners of his mouth lifted slightly, and uttered a few words: "I do not agree."