The grand examination continued.
Bai Li Dong Jun, along with Ye Ding Zhi and others, all successfully passed the preliminary exam.
Naturally, they became the focus of attention from all sides.
Qing Wang Xiao Xie, the second prince of the current dynasty, proactively contacted Ye Ding Zhi, expressing his intention to recruit him under his banner and offering generous promises.
He claimed that he would heavily rely on Ye Ding Zhi in the future, and even help the Ye family to clear their name.
It must be remembered that the Ye family was once implicated in treason and perished.
The one responsible for handling this case was this Qing Wang.
Although the mastermind behind it was actually Emperor Tai An himself.
But he was, after all, the executioner.
Even though Ye Ding Zhi was young at the time, how could he not hate him?
Previously, he had tried many times to approach Qing Wang.
Unfortunately, he had always been unsuccessful.
Now, taking advantage of the opportunity of passing the academy's preliminary exam, he finally gained Qing Wang's favor.
So he feigned acceptance of the other's goodwill, temporarily deceiving Qing Wang.
He awaited the right moment to exact revenge on him.
However, after seeing off Ye Ding Zhi.
A figure appeared in Qing Wang's mansion: the Grand Supervisor Zhuo Qing.
As the most trusted eunuch by Emperor Tai An, and also the one who controlled the Shadow Sect.
Zhuo Qing's ambition had long swelled, he was no longer content with being a mere Grand Supervisor beneath ten thousand.
Therefore, he instigated Qing Wang to participate in the academy's grand examination.
Yet, his intentions were sinister.
Now, facing Ye Ding Zhi, who had been recruited, he asked Qing Wang for his opinion.
"Ye Ding Zhi, do you think he can successfully enter the academy?"
"I see him full of confidence, he must have some skill! Besides, there are no formidable figures among the opponents this time! Surely he won't fail, right?"
"Hopefully! But His Majesty already has suspicions about the Marquis of Western Conquest, actually, he most desires to see Bai Li Dong Jun face rejection!"
Zhuo Qing's meaning was clear.
If they could use Ye Ding Zhi, and at the same time eliminate Bai Li Dong Jun, that would be even better!
Of course, there was also the senior disciple of the academy.
His recent actions were simply touching the emperor's scales.
Emperor Tai An could no longer tolerate it.
Hearing these words, Qing Wang's heart felt even more anticipation.
If they really moved against the Marquis of Western Conquest, and also the Ji Xia Academy.
The political landscape of Bei Li would change, perhaps he could get closer to obtaining supreme power.
This opportunity absolutely cannot be missed!
Therefore, he must act!
***
Ye Ding Zhi, who had left.
Was intercepted by Jun Yu in a nearby alleyway.
Looking at the nameless young master who had defeated him before.
Ye Ding Zhi's arrogance was ignited.
The last time, he had lost so unwillingly.
"You, are you waiting for me?"
"Let's say so. I just wanted to see who's playing with fire!"
"What do you know?"
Ye Ding Zhi's heart sank, his interactions with Qing Wang were supposed to be a secret.
Had someone found out?
If it got out, it would be troublesome.
"Don't worry, I'm not going to interfere with your business, I just can't stand your little tricks!"
"Qing Wang is not a man of integrity, your attempt to approach him and seek justice for the Ye family is a fool's errand!"
"Listen to me, just join the academy peacefully, improve your cultivation, if it really doesn't work, you can always go and practice with your Master Yu Sheng Mo for a few more years, that's fine too."
He didn't expect the other party to even know about his Master Yu Sheng Mo.
Ye Ding Zhi was even more shocked from the bottom of his heart.
"What else do you know?"
"Nothing much, I also know that Xiao Ruo Feng has been gathering evidence to help you clear your name, the person you should trust is him."
"Of course, the problem lies with the emperor. If he doesn't want to deal with your Ye family, who dares to intervene!"
"So, you should know who you need to confront, right?"
These words made Ye Ding Zhi laugh bitterly.
Could it be that I have to go and kill the emperor and take his place?
This Jun Yu is truly insane!
"What are you laughing at? The world is the world of everyone, there's no need for it to belong to anyone in particular. If the emperor does wrong, then he needs to be corrected, not begged for pity!"
"Of course, not everyone can achieve this if they're not a true strongman!"
"Let's make a deal?"
Jun Yu suddenly moved.
In an instant, he arrived beside Ye Ding Zhi.
Invisible pressure made it difficult for him to stand.
He couldn't help but want to kneel.
How could this be?
Under the intense pressure, Ye Ding Zhi, unwilling to admit defeat, even tried to use the Immovable King Art he had just grasped.
To resist!
However.
Jun Yu instantly retreated the pressure.
"Don't you want to live with dignity, to prove everything with your own abilities!"
"I'll help you clear the Ye family's grievances, you just need to stay in the academy peacefully. Especially if anyone from the Heavenly Beyond comes to recruit you, absolutely don't agree!"
"Is that all?"
Ye Ding Zhi was stunned after hearing his conditions.
He couldn't believe it!
"Do you think your innate martial spirit identity won't be coveted by others?"
"I just don't want someone with the same talent as me to be used like a pawn!"
"I've said what I needed to say, what you do is your own business!"
After saying that, Jun Yu didn't say anything more.
He simply disappeared.
Leaving Ye Ding Zhi standing there, savoring Jun Yu's words, feeling a bit hesitant.
He didn't expect that Jun Yu was also an innate martial spirit!
Plus a Bai Li Dong Jun.
The three rare innate martial spirits in the world were all gathered here.
Could it be a coincidence?
However, as Jun Yu had said.
There was also a burning passion in his heart, he also wanted to be a true swordsman, to be renowned throughout the world!
Therefore, he despised those dirty tricks.
The Bei Li Imperial Family, and Qing Wang!
In the face of absolute strength, you are insignificant.
At this moment, Ye Ding Zhi had solidified his belief.
He suddenly realized that he was not alone!