True Heiress Cuts Ties, The Marquis Household Bitterly Regrets-Chapter 268 - 267: Mr. Dongfang Has Arrived!

Chu Wenjun’s body was tense as he feigned composure and said, "Miss Yu, with just this one point, you want to pin the blame on me? Isn’t that a bit too easy? Besides, whether such a person exists or not, my wife and I are together because of mutual affection. Your deliberate conspiracy will destroy the bond between us."

Yu Nianzhao calmly replied, "Do you know? The vengeful spirits of the Ji family are trapped, unable to reincarnate. At this moment, they’re all attached to Ji Yasheng. If I summon the spirit of Sister Ji Yasheng to ask her personally, we’ll know who’s lying."

"What? Vengeful spirits? Is that true?"

"This future Princess Consort Su seems to have some means of seeing ghosts. Stories about her have spread in the streets, and it’s said that Dongfang Chenyuan of the Dongfang Family has praised her extensively."

"Indeed, my child was also helped by Princess Consort Su!"

"Does that mean the Ji family’s case can finally be resolved?"

The ministers in the hall were abuzz with discussion, and Mr Song, Chief of Staff, spoke on behalf of Yu Nianzhao.

For a moment, all the ministers urged for a resolution to this matter.

Chu Wenjun clenched his fists, a shadowy expression on his face as he said, "Yu Nianzhao, you may have such means, but who knows if you’re manipulating things behind the scenes? I don’t trust you."

"Insolent!"

Emperor Anqing had finally caught a fault of his and couldn’t let this opportunity slip.

He slapped the table and said displeasedly, "Are you saying you don’t trust me? If even wandering spirits can lie, then has Zhaozhao become King Yan of the underworld?"

Yu Nianzhao’s expression was embarrassed for a moment. Well... she really was King Yan, and this statement made her feel a bit guilty.

"But..."

"Is Mr. Chu perhaps trying to delay?"

Yu Nianzhao blinked her beautiful eyes and smiled, "Better to have pain sooner than later, since the outcome will be the same."

Chu Wenjun glared at Yu Nianzhao angrily, his organs aching with rage.

Mr. Lin, the Prime Minister, was distressed, and under the watchful eyes of the crowd, he could only grit his teeth and say, "Very well, since we’ve come this far, it’s better to prove innocence sooner."

Yu Nianzhao raised an eyebrow and said, "If you don’t trust me, you can have Daoist Jing’an witness as well."

Emperor Anqing thought this was a good idea and was about to speak when.

"No need. Let’s not trouble Daoist Jing’an. Why not let this old man be the witness instead?"

A deep voice sounded, and they all looked toward the door.

They saw Xie Jiuxiao approaching with two others, the elderly man behind him had white temples and an aura of righteousness, his eyes sharp as if they could pierce through thoughts.

"Mr. Dongfang?"

Emperor Anqing stood up, descending with joy to greet him, "I thought you’d arrive in a few days, didn’t expect you to reach Shangjing so soon? Must be weary from the journey?"

Dongfang Hong shook his head and respectfully bowed, "Your Majesty need not concern yourself about this old man. The resurgence of evil spirits in Shangjing made an early arrival necessary."

"Have the evil spirits really returned to Shangjing?"

"No wonder there have been two murders at the Stargazing Tower recently."

"What do we do now? Are we facing the same troubles as during the late emperor’s time?"

Hearing Dongfang Hong’s words, the ministers were very worried.

Even Emperor Anqing furrowed his brow and said, "I must count on Mr. Dongfang."

They knew nothing about this field and had to rely on the metaphysical families.

"The other family heads are on their way too. When Prince Su brought me into the palace, I sensed vengeful spirits in the royal palace, unexpectedly... so close."

Dongfang Hong’s sharp gaze focused on Ji Yasheng. The vengeful spirits on Ji Yasheng sensed the old man’s pressure and let out piercing cries, warily watching him.

Perhaps through some sixth sense, Ji Yasheng also felt a heaviness upon him.

He knelt on the ground, "The entire Ji family was massacred, they were innocent civilians. I beseech the master and Mr. Dongfang to vindicate our wronged souls."

"Master?"

The elder beside Dongfang Hong laughed arrogantly, "In front of our Mr. Dongfang, who dares claim to be a master?"

Xie Jiuxiao frowned, his expression unpleasant as he glared at him and coldly said, "There’s always someone better, the sky beyond the sky. Elder Dongfang should be more humble."

Elder Dongfang snorted, "Could it be that it’s the future Princess Consort Su mentioned in Dongfang Chenyuan’s letter? Oh, Prince Su, I understand. After so many years, you’ve finally found someone who can withstand your fierce Evil Qi. But you shouldn’t be overconfident to such an extent? Dongfang Chenyuan pales in comparison to her, only because the young man is too inexperienced and weak, and it tarnishes our Dongfang Family’s reputation."

Xie Jiuxiao protectively said, "Whose skills are inferior, Elder Dongfang will know after trying."

One sentence made Elder Dongfang burst with ire.

He pointed at Yu Nianzhao and said, "Is it you, this girl?"

He scrutinized Yu Nianzhao and snorted, "You don’t seem to have much cultivation, just like any ordinary person."

"Isn’t she just an ordinary person?"

Yu Nianzhao wasn’t angry at all. She smiled sweetly and said, "You talk as if you’re not an ordinary person, an immortal capable of living forever."

Elder Dongfang was choked by Yu Nianzhao’s words and glared at her angrily.

"Alright, we’re in Shangjing for serious matters, not for you to bicker with the youth."

Dongfang Hong pursed his lips and said, and only then did Elder Dongfang wave his sleeve and retreat behind him.

Dongfang Hong looked at Mr. Lin, the Prime Minister, and said calmly, "Mr. Lin, don’t know if this old man has the qualification to witness?"

Mr. Lin’s face turned blue and white, and he silently exhaled a turbid breath, replying helplessly, "Naturally, Mr. Dongfang’s reputation is renowned; there’s no one in Shangjing unaware of it. In the entire Great Chao Country, there probably isn’t anyone whose metaphysics surpass yours. With Mr. Dongfang here, there should be no problem at all."

Chu Wenjun was unwilling, but if he refused now, it would seem he was guilty, so he had to grit his teeth and go along with it.

Yu Nianzhao reached out to extract the vengeful spirit from Ji Yasheng’s body.

"Wait!"

This action startled Elder Dongfang, and he hurriedly chided, "Is this how you young ones recklessly do things? No incense lighting, hand cleansing, or ritual ceremonies?"

Yu Nianzhao tilted her head, surprised, "Isn’t it just summoning a spirit? Is it that complicated for you?"

Elder Dongfang, "..."

He felt deflated, unsure of what to do when he felt underestimated.

Dongfang Hong said lightly, "Just watch, don’t always worry about the younger generation."

"Yes!"

Elder Dongfang grudgingly acknowledged.