Meng Jian kept his eyes firmly on Xu Ning .

As a disciple of the Amethyst Mountain, he naturally knew of the t.i.tanium Temple .

Every disciple of the t.i.tanium Temple could disconnect themselves with the mortal world and live with carefreeness . They lived only for one sole purpose in this world and that was to cultivate to achieve Nirvana .

Everything they possessed was to cultivate . The X Buddha Law would have them achieve Nirvana sooner or later and entered the t.i.tanium Temple at Thirty Days .

The disciples of the t.i.tanium Temple usually would not interfere with mortal affairs . Even when they stepped in the mortal world, it would only be to strengthen their mind and for cultivation . They would not long for wealth and honor .

Who would have thought that this Xu Ning would work for an Imperial Residence .

Xu Ning suddenly opened his eyes and spoke, "Almsgiver Meng, allow me to report to His Royal Highness . "

"Please," replied Meng Jian .

Xu Ning pushed open the door of the Cultivation Courtyard and entered . A brief moment later, he pressed his palms together at the door . "Almsgiver Meng, His Royal Highness has summoned you . "

Meng Jian stepped into the Cultivation Courtyard .

King An was dressed in a purple robe, standing at the center of the courtyard with his hands behind his back, sizing up Meng Jian .

King An's handsome face hung a smile . His gaze was calm and monotonous and his body breathed a scent of peace . Meng Jian was doubtful that the person before him was a Prince but rather a practicing monk .

Meng Jian closed fist saluted . "Your Royal Highness . "

"Young Master Meng, please don't be overly courteous . You're not an outsider . Please be seated," King An pointed by the stone table .

"Yes," answered Meng Jian .

The two of them sat by the stone table with Xu Ning standing not far away . He was as unwavering as a tree .

Meng Jian swept his gaze at Xu Ning . He was curious . Xu Ning was a disciple of the t.i.tanium Temple . He was no ordinary man yet he willingly humbled himself and stood as a Scribe?

"Your Royal Highness, I wish to ask how my brother died," Meng Jian began .

King An frowned . "You're able to deduce that he's dead?"

Meng Jian nodded .

King An continued, "He actually left the Residence on his own accord . I did not allow him out . We lost contact soon after and I've sent someone to investigate but he came up with nothing . I really have no idea what has happened to him . We a.s.sumed the worst . "

He sighed and shook his head . "Meng Zhi is a rare talent and he has helped me a lot . It's such a shame . "

Meng Jian added, "Did my brother have any enemies?"

"As the Deputy Commander of the Imperial Residence, it would be usual to step on a few toes . Talking about enemies, it would not lead up to murder . " King An scowled .

"My brother has enemies, I reckon?" asked Meng Jian .

King An fell deep into thought and finally spoke, "He doesn't really have any enemies . They are all small matters that wouldn't appeal to death . "

Meng Jian mentioned, "There must be something . Why won't Your Royal Highness be honest?"

"He did have some conflict with the Head Chief here . However, these are all work affairs . He received my orders to suppress the Head Chief but was taught a lesson by the Head Chief instead . " King An shook his head .

"Head Chief? I wish to meet with this Head Chief . " Meng Jian sneered .

King An looked at Xu Ning .

Xu Ning pressed his palms together . "Your Royal Highness, the Head Chief is currently in seclusion at the Secret Guardians Hall . It has been half a month . "

"Oh, he is now a Secret Guardian of the Imperial House . Young Master Meng should refrain from offending him . " King An smiled .

" . . . I was thinking of waiting for this Head Chief in the Imperial Residence . "

"We would definitely welcome you . With a master such as yourself, I can focus on cultivating . As for the Head Chief, Xu Ning, please send someone to investigate when the Head Chief will return to the Residence," King An replied .

"Your Royal Highness . It's said that the Head Chief is in seclusion and will see no one . " Xu Ning pressed his palms together .

"Sounds about right . The Head Chief will not see anyone when he's cultivating . " King An nodded .

Xu Ning slowly offered, "The Secret Guardians Hall has communicated that the Head Chief is being held captive in the Secret Guardians Hall . Although it is mentioned that he is in seclusion, in actuality, he is being held captive . "

King An frowned . "Has he offended the Secret Guardians Hall?"

"Princess Consort has killed two of the Secret Guardians . How could the House of Secret Guardians be nice to the Head Chief?" explained Xu Ning .

"Oh, this guy… What a reckless showoff . With a character such as his, how could he survive the Secret Guardians Hall?" King An scoffed .

Meng Jian could tell that King An was dissatisfied with this Head Chief .

He was struck by a thought internally but bore no gesture . He calmly responded, "No worries . As there's nothing to do since I have left the mountain, I can walk around the Fairy's Capital . "

"You need not be uncomfortable at the Residence . Do as you please . If you have any request, please look for Elder Zhu . " King An gestured .

"Thank you, Your Royal Highness," said Meng Jian .

"It's not easy for disciples of the Amethyst Mountain to leave the mountain . For Young Master to leave, you must be quite the talent . I wonder of your future plans, Young Master Meng," said King An .

"The original plan was to meet with my brother . Who knew that he would meet with an accident . I will avenge him first before I consider anything," answered Meng Jian .

King An eagerly responded, "What about coming over to the Imperial Residence? . . . Although it will not be that free will in execution, it will be easier to cultivate . You'll meet with masters from all walks of life in the Fairy's Capital . Broadening your knowledge is advantageous to your cultivation . "

"Thank you for your hospitality," Meng Jian was surprised . He did not think that he would so openly solicit him . He closed fist saluted and smiled . "We'll talk once I have avenged my brother . For now, I have no thoughts on other matters . "

"Alright then . The Amethyst Mountain has always been a mysterious presence . Once Young Master Meng's ident.i.ty is leaked, a lot of people will come to pay a visit . " King An nodded .

"I will keep my ident.i.ty a secret," added Meng Jian .

King An let out a smile .

Meng Jian closed fist saluted . "I will excuse myself and will not bother Your Royal Highness with your cultivation . "

"Yes, yes . Once I am out of seclusion, we should find a time to chit chat . " King An closed fist saluted and smiled .

"Alright . " Meng Jian got up and left .

Xu Ning sent him off the courtyard . Upon returning, he saw King An in a pleasant mood .

King An grinned . "Revered Sir, he should be suspicious of Chu Li, right?"

"Yes, this person is stubborn and conceited . He will not let go of Head Chief Chu . " Xu Ning nodded .

"Hehe . No matter how smart Chu Li may be, he would never think of this! . . . He should work on his killing on behalf scheme . My technique is the true embodiment of killing by someone else's hand . No hint, no trace . " chuckled King An .

Xu Ning smiled and did not comment .

He would not believe that Chu Li was completely oblivious about it but what was the point of knowing, he couldn't possibly kill King AnKing An with his hands anyway .

The key was not on King An but rather His Majesty . As long as His Majesty was around, Chu Li would not lay a finger on King An .

He found it interesting . Would King An eliminate Chu Li or the other way round?

It seemed to be worthwhile for him to come over to the Imperial Residence to witness this .

——

In a courtyard in the Secret Guardians Hall, Chu Li and Xu Huande were having a heated exchange .

Xu Huande dully spoke . "Chu Li, I have some news to share with you ahead of time . Don't say I didn't warn you . "

"Oh, thank you then, Commander Xu . What is it?" asked Chu Li .

"Meng Jian from the Amethyst Mountain has arrived at the Fairy's Capital . He should be going into the Imperial Residence of King An by today . You should know how powerful a disciple of the Amethyst Mountain is, right?" continued Xu Huande .

Chu Li raised his eyebrow .

It finally happened!

"There can never be two suns in the sky . You're a Head Chief with a high position and authority but your cultivation level may not surpa.s.s that of Meng Jian's," said Xu Huande .

"How would you know? We would have to exchange blows before we know that, right?" Chu Li reb.u.t.ted .

"If a disciple of the Amethyst Mountain wishes to leave the mountain, similar to the t.i.tanium Temple, they must achieve high cultivation levels . For Meng Jian to leave the mountain, he must possess some ultimate techniques . You're not on good terms with King An, so he will probably use him to defeat you," added Xu Huande .

Chu Li smiled .

Xu Huande spoke, "And during then, the Secret Guardians Hall will be your backing . "

Chu Li raised his brows and smiled . "So Commander Xu is planning to profit from this misfortune, huh?"

Meng Jian kept his eyes firmly on Xu Ning . As a disciple of the Amethyst Mountain, he naturally knew of the t.i.tanium Temple . Every disciple of the t.i.tanium Temple could disconnect themselves with the mortal world and live with carefreeness . They lived only for one sole purpose in this world and that was to cultivate to achieve Nirvana . Everything they possessed was to cultivate . The X Buddha Law would have them achieve Nirvana sooner or later and entered the t.i.tanium Temple at Thirty Days . The disciples of the t.i.tanium Temple usually would not interfere with mortal affairs . Even when they stepped in the mortal world, it would only be to strengthen their mind and for cultivation . They would not long for wealth and honor . Who would have thought that this Xu Ning would work for an Imperial Residence . Xu Ning suddenly opened his eyes and spoke, Almsgiver Meng, allow me to report to His Royal Highness . Please, replied Meng Jian . Xu Ning pushed open the door of the Cultivation Courtyard and entered . A brief moment later, he pressed his palms together at the door . Almsgiver Meng, His Royal Highness has summoned you . Meng Jian stepped into the Cultivation Courtyard . King An was dressed in a purple robe, standing at the center of the courtyard with his hands behind his back, sizing up Meng Jian . King Ans handsome face hung a smile . His gaze was calm and monotonous and his body breathed a scent of peace . Meng Jian was doubtful that the person before him was a Prince but rather a practicing monk . Meng Jian closed fist saluted . Your Royal Highness . Young Master Meng, please dont be overly courteous . Youre not an outsider . Please be seated, King An pointed by the stone table . Yes, answered Meng Jian . The two of them sat by the stone table with Xu Ning standing not far away . He was as unwavering as a tree . Meng Jian swept his gaze at Xu Ning . He was curious . Xu Ning was a disciple of the t.i.tanium Temple . He was no ordinary man yet he willingly humbled himself and stood as a Scribe? Your Royal Highness, I wish to ask how my brother died, Meng Jian began . King An frowned . Youre able to deduce that hes dead? Meng Jian nodded . King An continued, He actually left the Residence on his own accord . I did not allow him out . We lost contact soon after and Ive sent someone to investigate but he came up with nothing . I really have no idea what has happened to him . We a.s.sumed the worst . He sighed and shook his head . Meng Zhi is a rare talent and he has helped me a lot . Its such a shame . Meng Jian added, Did my brother have any enemies? As the Deputy Commander of the Imperial Residence, it would be usual to step on a few toes . Talking about enemies, it would not lead up to murder . King An scowled . My brother has enemies, I reckon? asked Meng Jian King An fell deep into thought and finally spoke, He doesnt really have any enemies . They are all small matters that wouldnt appeal to death . Meng Jian mentioned, There must be something . Why wont Your Royal Highness be honest? He did have some conflict with the Head Chief here . However, these are all work affairs . He received my orders to suppress the Head Chief but was taught a lesson by the Head Chief instead . King An shook his head . Head Chief? I wish to meet with this Head Chief . Meng Jian sneered . King An looked at Xu Ning . Xu Ning pressed his palms together . Your Royal Highness, the Head Chief is currently in seclusion at the Secret Guardians Hall . It has been half a month . Oh, he is now a Secret Guardian of the Imperial House . Young Master Meng should refrain from offending him . King An smiled . . I was thinking of waiting for this Head Chief in the Imperial Residence . We would definitely welcome you . With a master such as yourself, I can focus on cultivating . As for the Head Chief, Xu Ning, please send someone to investigate when the Head Chief will return to the Residence, King An replied . Your Royal Highness . Its said that the Head Chief is in seclusion and will see no one . Xu Ning pressed his palms together . Sounds about right . The Head Chief will not see anyone when hes cultivating . King An nodded . Xu Ning slowly offered, The Secret Guardians Hall has communicated that the Head Chief is being held captive in the Secret Guardians Hall . Although it is mentioned that he is in seclusion, in actuality, he is being held captive . King An frowned . Has he offended the Secret Guardians Hall? Princess Consort has killed two of the Secret Guardians . How could the House of Secret Guardians be nice to the Head Chief? explained Xu Ning . Oh, this guy… What a reckless showoff . With a character such as his, how could he survive the Secret Guardians Hall? King An scoffed . Meng Jian could tell that King An was dissatisfied with this Head Chief . He was struck by a thought internally but bore no gesture . He calmly responded, No worries . As theres nothing to do since I have left the mountain, I can walk around the Fairys Capital . You need not be uncomfortable at the Residence . Do as you please . If you have any request, please look for Elder Zhu . King An gestured . Thank you, Your Royal Highness, said Meng Jian . Its not easy for disciples of the Amethyst Mountain to leave the mountain . For Young Master to leave, you must be quite the talent . I wonder of your future plans, Young Master Meng, said King An . The original plan was to meet with my brother . Who knew that he would meet with an accident . I will avenge him first before I consider anything, answered Meng Jian . King An eagerly responded, What about coming over to the Imperial Residence? . Although it will not be that free will in execution, it will be easier to cultivate . Youll meet with masters from all walks of life in the Fairys Capital . Broadening your knowledge is advantageous to your cultivation . Thank you for your hospitality, Meng Jian was surprised . He did not think that he would so openly solicit him . He closed fist saluted and smiled . Well talk once I have avenged my brother . For now, I have no thoughts on other matters . Alright then . The Amethyst Mountain has always been a mysterious presence . Once Young Master Mengs ident.i.ty is leaked, a lot of people will come to pay a visit . King An nodded . I will keep my ident.i.ty a secret, added Meng Jian . King An let out a smile . Meng Jian closed fist saluted . I will excuse myself and will not bother Your Royal Highness with your cultivation . Yes, yes . Once I am out of seclusion, we should find a time to chit chat . King An closed fist saluted and smiled . Alright . Meng Jian got up and left . Xu Ning sent him off the courtyard . Upon returning, he saw King An in a pleasant mood . King An grinned . Revered Sir, he should be suspicious of Chu Li, right? Yes, this person is stubborn and conceited . He will not let go of Head Chief Chu . Xu Ning nodded . Hehe . No matter how smart Chu Li may be, he would never think of this! . He should work on his killing on behalf scheme . My technique is the true embodiment of killing by someone elses hand . No hint, no trace . chuckled King An . Xu Ning smiled and did not comment . He would not believe that Chu Li was completely oblivious about it but what was the point of knowing, he couldnt possibly kill King AnKing An with his hands anyway . The key was not on King An but rather His Majesty . As long as His Majesty was around, Chu Li would not lay a finger on King An . He found it interesting . Would King An eliminate Chu Li or the other way round? It seemed to be worthwhile for him to come over to the Imperial Residence to witness this . —— In a courtyard in the Secret Guardians Hall, Chu Li and Xu Huande were having a heated exchange . Xu Huande dully spoke . Chu Li, I have some news to share with you ahead of time . Dont say I didnt warn you . Oh, thank you then, Commander Xu . What is it? asked Chu Li . Meng Jian from the Amethyst Mountain has arrived at the Fairys Capital . He should be going into the Imperial Residence of King An by today . You should know how powerful a disciple of the Amethyst Mountain is, right? continued Xu Huande . Chu Li raised his eyebrow . It finally happened! There can never be two suns in the sky . Youre a Head Chief with a high position and authority but your cultivation level may not surpa.s.s that of Meng Jians, said Xu Huande . How would you know? We would have to exchange blows before we know that, right? Chu Li reb.u.t.ted . If a disciple of the Amethyst Mountain wishes to leave the mountain, similar to the t.i.tanium Temple, they must achieve high cultivation levels . For Meng Jian to leave the mountain, he must possess some ultimate techniques . Youre not on good terms with King An, so he will probably use him to defeat you, added Xu Huande . Chu Li smiled . Xu Huande spoke, And during then, the Secret Guardians Hall will be your backing . Chu Li raised his brows and smiled . So Commander Xu is planning to profit from this misfortune, huh?