As the young servant fled in panic, Feng Ninghe lightly lifted her eyelids and moved her fingertips slightly.
A powerful surge of spiritual energy struck the servant fiercely!
Bang!
The servant’s body slammed heavily onto the ground, propelling him towards Feng Ninghe.
Even as he desperately resisted the spiritual energy, his body was beyond his control.
"No!"
The servant struggled feebly, shaking his head desperately.
His resistance was futile, achieving nothing.
Feng Ninghe gently reached out and pinched the servant’s chin, her cool and beautiful face devoid of any extraneous emotion. "Who sent you?"
The servant suddenly looked up, meeting Feng Ninghe's gaze, and bit his lip tightly. "Your Excellency's status is so noble! I will not betray you!"
Hearing the male voice, Feng Ninghe’s brow furrowed instantly. "Your Excellency? It's him again!"
At the same time, the servant extended his tongue, licking the poison hidden within his gums.
The poison dissolved instantly upon contact.
"Pfft!"
A spurt of bright red blood erupted from the servant's mouth.
His eyes widened in pain, then narrowed sharply. He rolled his eyes and instantly fainted.
Feng Ninghe quickly pinched the servant’s mouth. Realizing he had taken poison, she couldn't help but bite her lip lightly and murmur, "Another one who poisoned himself. It seems this 'Your Excellency' has had his subordinates take poison to keep secrets."
Si Jianye lowered his gaze, his cool eyes slowly shifting to the servant. "We've been targeted."
Before this, they had no connection whatsoever with this so-called "Your Excellency."
It must have been the matter of the Great Priest that reached his ears.
Feng Ninghe met Si Jianye's gaze, her cool face remaining impassive. "It seems things are about to get lively."
They had disrupted this "Your Excellency's" plans, and it was unlikely he wouldn't seek revenge.
Not far away.
Bai Niannian was holding a fruit and took a casual bite.
Xiao Ya's eyes darted around in her sockets. After a moment of thought, she said softly, "Niannian, Miss Feng's cultivation seems very high. Do you know how strong she is?"
In response to the question, Bai Niannian said dismissively, "My master's cultivation has reached the Nascent Soul stage."
This simple statement caused Xiao Ya's eyes to widen instantly.
A Nascent Soul stage expert could command the wind and rain. How could such cultivation be compared to hers, a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator?
A hint of worry unconsciously appeared in Xiao Ya's eyes.
She instantly understood why the Underworld King had taken a liking to Feng Ninghe; this woman was powerful enough.
However, in a moment, Xiao Ya cast aside her thoughts.
While her cultivation might not compare to Feng Ninghe's, she had excellent cooking skills and could at least take care of the Underworld King's daily needs.
The carriage did not delay for long and soon continued its journey forward.
They were not far from Lin Country, and it would take two days to arrive.
Inside the carriage.
Feng Ninghe was flipping through a book.
Si Jianye had his eyes half-closed, making it impossible to guess his thoughts.
"We've arrived!"
Outside the carriage, Feng Xing's hearty male voice called out.
Feng Ninghe reached out and lifted the carriage curtain, looking at the city before them.
Above the tall city gate, the plaque was inscribed in a flowing calligraphy: Lin Country.
This plaque was something Feng Ninghe had personally carved long ago.
Si Jianye also opened his eyes at this moment, his cool gaze narrowing slightly as he looked directly at the city.
Lin Country had arrived.
The path to Dragon Domain also began here.
Si Xin Xin, who had been dozing, instantly snapped back to attention, blinking her bright eyes and looking around eagerly. "Mother, we've finally arrived."
Seeing the longing on her little face, Feng Ninghe's heart softened. She gently took her hand. "The food in Lin Country has a unique flavor and will absolutely not disappoint you. Since we're new here, let's go eat something delicious."
Having not returned to Lin Country for a long time, she felt a sense of familiarity.
A hundred years had passed swiftly.
Fortunately, Lin Country remained as prosperous as ever.
In the past, during her leisure time, she would sneak out of the palace to eat well.
Therefore, she knew the cuisine of Lin Country like the back of her hand.
Upon hearing about delicious food, Si Xin Xin nodded eagerly, her small face filled with anticipation. "Mother, then let's go down quickly and see what delicious things there are!"
Without hesitation, they soon alighted from the carriage.
Xiao Zhao's heart surged with excitement, a thrill creeping into his chest. His azure eyes constantly scanned his surroundings.
Lin Country, they had arrived.
Xiao Zhao did not reveal his true emotions, his gaze deepening slightly. "Master, after a long journey, we have finally arrived."
Understanding Xiao Zhao's thoughts, Feng Ninghe generously patted him lightly. Her cool female voice slowly said, "Let's go eat something delicious!"
They headed to the most famous inn in Lin Country.
In a private room, they gathered to eat.
As the dishes entered their mouths, the familiar flavors were intoxicating.
Feng Ninghe's eyes moistened slightly.
A hundred years was not a long time for cultivators, but it was enough to evoke deep emotions.
In the past, she had appeared on this land as the Empress of Lin Country. Now, her identity had transformed. Even if she stood before her former court officials, no one would recognize her.
Knock knock—
The room door was gently knocked upon at this moment.
A drawn-out voice drifted from outside. "Are the disciples of the First Sect within this room?"
Feng Ninghe's eating paused noticeably. She raised her eyes to look at the room door. "Someone has found us so quickly."
Feng Xing instinctively stood up, intending to open the door and see who it was.
A figure quickly stood up.
Xiao Ya, with a smile on her face, looked at Feng Xing. "I'll open the door."
Lately, Xiao Ya had been very attentive, rushing to do anything that needed doing.
She would also often offer explanations, saying she followed them to learn more and to contribute in any way she could.
Watching Xiao Ya's diligent figure, Bai Niannian nodded slightly, a hint of approval in her eyes. "Fortunately, we agreed to let Xiao Ya follow us. She has helped a lot on this journey."
Xiao Ya's actions were clearly observed by everyone.
Creak—
Xiao Ya opened the room door.
An eunuch stood outside the room.
Xiao Ya looked at him politely. "Who are you?"
The eunuch quickly introduced himself. "Esteemed guests, this humble servant is from the side of the Princess of Lin Country. My name is Jiang Chengwen, a name bestowed upon me by the Princess. You may call me Eunuch Jiang."
Mentioning the Princess of Lin Country, Feng Ninghe's gaze turned slightly colder.
She hadn't expected Lin Yuran to send someone so soon.
However, her current identity had no significant connection with this woman, and she was unsure of Lin Yuran's intentions.
Feng Ninghe calmly withdrew her gaze, her slender hand picking up a cup of tea and taking a sip. "Why has the Princess sent you?"
In response to the question, Eunuch Jiang said hastily, "The Princess said that the disciples of the First Sect have had a long and arduous journey and has specially ordered this humble servant to escort you into the palace. The Princess has already prepared guest rooms and refreshments."