"You may not trust , but you should trust Qu Lishang."
Eldest Princess Ning Yu did not quite understand Wang Junze’s aning, but she still answered earnestly.
Upon hearing this, Wang Junze paused in silence for a mont before he slowly spoke: "I will seriously consider it, but before that... I also want to ask the Eldest Princess, if I betray the Four Great Celestial Sects, what can Your Majesty offer ?"
"What do you want?"
Looking at Wang Junze, a barely perceptible hint of disappointnt flashed in Eldest Princess Ning Yu’s eyes, and she calmly retorted.
Of course, she could understand Wang Junze’s choice to join the Judgnt Departnt for self-preservation, but... she would still be disappointed with such a choice. After all, others might not understand Qu Lishang’s intentions, but she did.
Although Qu Lishang actively pushed Wang Junze toward the Judgnt Departnt, if Wang Junze truly betrayed the Profound Moon Sword Sect, Qu Lishang would also feel heartache.
But this was Qu Lishang’s decision, and she couldn’t oppose it.
Moreover, from her standpoint, no matter what, Wang Junze had saved Qu Lishang before, and she still owed a favor for that. During Prince Yu’s wedding, she did not co forward to protect Wang Junze, so the favor was still hers to repay.
But this ti, by helping Wang Junze join the Judgnt Departnt, that favor would be considered repaid, and she wouldn’t plan to have any further contact with Wang Junze thereafter.
Wang Junze did not know Eldest Princess Ning Yu’s thoughts, or rather, even if he did know, he wouldn’t care.
After organizing his thoughts, Wang Junze slowly spoke: "To be honest, at this point, I don’t dare to fully trust anyone, so... the only one I can trust is myself."
"Even if I join the Judgnt Departnt, I will need stronger power for self-preservation... After all, having killed Prince Yu, the Empress and I are now mortal enemies, and I must guard against her private retaliation!"
Looking at Eldest Princess Ning Yu, Wang Junze continued: "I want to know if there still exists treasures like the Creation Golden Lotus in the Imperial Palace Treasure Vault that can help break through to Entering the Path."
"Both the Court and the Judgnt Departnt are fair in rewards and punishnts. Once you join the Judgnt Departnt, you rely need to perform ritorious deeds to naturally obtain rewards."
Eldest Princess Ning Yu didn’t overthink it and answered blandly: "However, if you truly desire it, I can, with my personal identity, find a way to help you fight for it... Consider it repaynt for past favors."
ntioning the repaynt of favors voluntarily this ti, Wang Junze naturally understood the underlying aning in her words.
However, he still did not explain and rely further inquired: "Who holds authority over the Imperial Palace Treasure Vault? I an... does it have anything to do with the Empress?"
It was understandable that Wang Junze was cautious about the Empress. Even if today’s conversation was leaked, no one would suspect anything; on the contrary, he could seize this opportunity to probe the situation of the Imperial Palace Treasure Vault.
As expected, Eldest Princess Ning Yu didn’t think in any other direction, glancing at Wang Junze and replying: "Rest assured, the person overseeing the Imperial Palace Treasure Vault is Feng Bao, Eunuch Feng. Not only is he a Saint Realm Powerhouse, but also the forr Emperor’s personal Chief Eunuch, loyal only to Your Majesty. Additionally, there’s also the Yulin Guard taking turns in defense, even the Empress cannot interfere."
"Understood."
Nodding slightly, Wang Junze responded: "The previous matters are settled, and the Eldest Princess owes nothing. I will seriously consider this matter... I won’t disturb the Eldest Princess’s rest any longer, I take my leave."
As he spoke, Wang Junze had already stood up and turned to walk outside.
It might be good that Eldest Princess Ning Yu misunderstood, for now, their relationship was cleared, and he felt no burden.
Actually, Wang Junze’s choice ca down to a montary thought.
Choosing to deceive Eldest Princess Ning Yu was largely driven by a desire not to implicate her.
After all, should he act against the Imperial Palace Treasure Vault, regardless of success or failure, it would inevitably cause a storm, inciting the Emperor’s wrath. Previously, the Emperor most likely figured out that Eldest Princess Ning Yu had helped him in the matter of Prince Yu, so if now she were implicated again, it is uncertain whether the Emperor, in a state of fury, would target her.
Furthermore... this ti differs from when Prince Yu was slain; this ti, it is true opposition against the Emperor and the Court, involving Eldest Princess Ning Yu would put her in a difficult position no matter the choice.
Human nature shouldn’t be tested otherwise, whatever choice the other party makes will be hurtful either to them or oneself.
As things stood now, it worked just right.
Leaving the Princess’s Mansion, Wang Junze’s heart was already clear.
Not only Eldest Princess Ning Yu, but regarding the assault on the Imperial Palace Treasure Vault, Wang Junze also had no intentions of telling anyone else, be it the Cyan Robe Gang, Prince Duan, or anyone he might encounter from the Profound Moon Sword Sect, he decided to not divulge a single word.
Moreover, he might utilize these people to spread so false information to mislead the opposition.
In the imdiate future, besides eting Ni Gang, Wang Junze also went to the Judgnt Departnt.
Of course, he wouldn’t et the Director, and even confronting Yin Guangling, Wang Junze didn’t make any definitive statents, rely showing hesitance and wavering.
Thus aligning with his usual disposition.
Within the Capital City, no secret remains. Soon, news of Wang Junze contacting people and seeking solutions began to spread.
Yet, aside from a select few, most people didn’t know Wang Junze’s potential enlistnt into the Judgnt Departnt, rely thinking of him as desperately seeking asures for self-rescue.
But as things stood now, no one really believed Wang Junze stood much chance to survive.
Unclear whose guidance steered public opinion, as ti moved on, Wang Junze ca to be seen as a clownish figure, earning mockery from many.
...
"He must not be allowed to join the Judgnt Departnt!"
Representing the Empress, Hai Feng exited the palace, again seeking out people from the Four Great Celestial Sects; this ti, besides Fuchen, the Empress also contacted individuals from other sects, especially those from the Four Symbols Sect who had earlier conflicts with Wang Junze, promising various rewards.
Beyond that, the Empress sent people into the Judgnt Departnt, aiming to contact various Fate Envoys to cut off Wang Junze’s path to the Judgnt Departnt.
In a short span, the whole Capital City was amidst turbulence.
Quickly, under the Empress’s vigorous push, rumors began circulating through the court and society.
Your Majesty was about to decree the expulsion of the Four Great Celestial Sects from the Capital.
This not only implied that the Court and the Four Great Celestial Sects had reached a tacit agreent but also signified that Wang Junze’s life had entered its countdown.
After all, Wang Junze was already considered a mber of the Four Great Celestial Sects—once they left the Capital, Wang Junze must depart likewise.
Once outside the Capital, assassination attempts from all sides would follow him relentlessly.
Three days later, the Emperor formally issued an edict, ordering the Four Great Celestial Sect mbers to leave the Capital within seven days.
Everyone seed to be waiting for Wang Junze’s reaction.
Life or death... within seven days, the answer would be revealed.
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