The Lotus Cult Leader Tang Lianhua slammed the table, "No, absolutely not. If we leave now, this case will remain unsolved. They claim to be helping investigate, but I think Xiao Jingyun doesn't want to investigate at all."
Her words made Princess Zhaoning, who was beside her, unsure whether to sit or stand, her face flushing crimson.
The Divine Nun of the South Sea glanced at the Lotus Cult Leader. The Lotus Cult Leader immediately grew silent in fear, stepping aside.
"Master, why don't you go take a look? See what the Crown Prince wants to say."
Shen Ziyan quickly added, "Yes, Master, please go and see. Miss Liu has also arrived, and she says the same thing."
Hearing this, the Divine Nun of the South Sea couldn't help but furrow her brows. She looked at Princess Zhaoning with surprise, "You're saying Liu Rumao came to persuade Chen Xiaobei to leave?"
Shen Ziyan nodded, "Yes, she came with the Crown Prince."
The Divine Nun of the South Sea stopped walking and looked at Princess Zhaoning, "What did your elder brother say this morning?"
Princess Zhaoning, trembling with fear, repeated Xiao Jingyun's words from that morning, "Grand-master, I swear to the heavens, my brother really said that."
As she spoke, her face turned even redder, and tears were about to fall.
The Divine Nun of the South Sea nodded, "I believe you. Or rather, at that time in the morning, the Crown Prince was as you said, wanting to investigate thoroughly."
The Lotus Cult Leader couldn't help but cup his fist, "Master, but why did he suddenly change his mind?" Su Dan Novel Network
The Divine Nun of the South Sea nodded, "Yes, not only did he change his mind, but he also brought Liu Rumao along as a persuader."
"It's highly possible that he was prompted by someone to stop him from investigating further." After saying this, she looked at the Lotus Cult Leader and then at Shen Ziyan.
Shen Ziyan understood. His Master was hinting that they had exposed their whereabouts last night, and perhaps the pressure was being passed down from the palace.
However, some things couldn't be said in front of Princess Zhaoning.
The Divine Nun of the South Sea said no more, and walked outside, her mind made up.
Seeing the Divine Nun of the South Sea arrive, Xiao Jingyun showed great respect, quickly standing up and cupping his fist, "How has the elder been lately?"
The Divine Nun of the South Sea bowed and returned the禮, "Thank you, Your Highness, for your concern. This old woman is well."
"How is the Emperor? It's been many years since we last met."
"He is well, thanks to you. My father is in good health and has always been fine."
At this moment, Chen Xiaobei stood up, stepped forward, and helped the Divine Nun of the South Sea to her seat.
This time, the Divine Nun of the South Sea did not refuse and sat down directly. Then, she got straight to the point, "Zi Yan said that Your Highness's intention is for us to return first..."
Xiao Jingyun nodded and exchanged a glance with Liu Rumao.
Liu Rumao immediately understood Crown Prince Xiao Jingyun's intention, which was for her to speak.
Liu Rumao pondered for a moment and directly said, "Yes, venerable elder, I also think it's best to return first. Let sister Huang Ying be buried properly, and I will do my best to investigate the matter here."
The Divine Nun of the South Sea nodded slightly, which confirmed her judgment. She had figured it out on the way here.
Huang Ying was her disciple. With her buried properly, some of her lingering obsession could be released.
Although the Divine Nun of the South Sea could disregard Crown Prince Xiao Jingyun's request, she had to consider Liu Rumao's.
It wasn't that Liu Rumao had a deep relationship with her. If Liu Rumao was going to marry Chen Xiaobei in the future,
Chen Xiaobei was Huang Ying's man. Even though Huang Ying was dead, out of consideration for Huang Ying, she had to show him respect.
Moreover, the Divine Nun of the South Sea believed that if Huang Ying had a spirit in the heavens, she would also hope she would act this way.
With this thought, she slowly said, "Miss Liu is right. If that's the case, then I think we should set off back to Hetou Village after noon."
Hearing this, Xiao Jingyun was overjoyed, but he did not show it on his face. He cupped his fist again and bowed to the Divine Nun of the South Sea, "Thank you, elder, for your understanding. Since you wish to leave, I will report to my father immediately."
Xiao Jingyun got up and left. Liu Rumao, however, did not leave. She looked at the Divine Nun of the South Sea, as if she had something to say but hesitated.
The Divine Nun of the South Sea raised her hand, "Alright, Miss Liu, you don't need to say anything more. I know your difficulties. Let's be frank. I am giving you face this time, but from now on, I will have nothing to do with you, Liu Rumao."
After speaking, she turned and left.
The Divine Nun of the South Sea left, but Chen Xiaobei felt very awkward. He hadn't expected the Divine Nun of the South Sea to speak like that in front of everyone.
Of course, the Divine Nun of the South Sea's words also made Liu Rumao very embarrassed.
Fortunately, Cui Hongyu, who was beside them, was understanding. She stepped forward and took Liu Rumao's hand, "Miss Liu, please don't overthink it. The venerable Divine Nun is not in a good mood."
This also gave Liu Rumao an out. She nodded.
"Yes, I understand. I believe the venerable Divine Nun will not blame me."
Cui Hongyu nodded, turned to Chen Xiaobei, and said, "Then let's pack up and prepare to leave."
At this time, Xiao Jingyun rushed to the imperial palace to report to his father.
Xiao An's tightly furrowed brow relaxed after hearing his report.
"Good, good, let Huang Ying be buried properly as soon as possible."
"You should give Chen Xiaobei more rewards on my behalf, and send soldiers to escort him. Although Huang Ying will not be given a state funeral, we should still show some respect."
Xiao Jingyun bowed, "Your Majesty, please rest assured, I will handle it accordingly to show your boundless imperial grace."
After speaking, Xiao Jingyun glanced at Xiao Shunzi beside him and then turned to leave.
Seeing Xiao Jingyun's glance, Xiao An understood. This meant that Xiao Jingyun already knew what was going on.
Thinking of this, he glanced at Bai Han, "You go and prepare what I told you. I believe there will be results soon."
Xiao Jingyun returned to his Crown Prince's mansion and immediately issued an order.
Huang Ying was posthumously granted the title of a third-rank Imperial Guard. This was an honorary title, with a reward of about five thousand taels of silver.
Chen Xiaobei was granted ten thousand taels of silver for setting up a dharma altar to expel evil spirits. In addition, he was rewarded with a pile of fine silk and some livestock.
Larduo, Yang Chun, Yang Zhi, and others also received rewards.
Then, Zhou Quan was ordered to lead five hundred guards from the Crown Prince's mansion to personally escort Huang Ying's coffin back to Hetou Village.
Being escorted back to Hetou Village by the Crown Prince's guards was already a great honor for Huang Ying.
However, it was clear that the Divine Nun of the South Sea had no interest in these things at all.
The Divine Nun called the Lotus Cult Leader into her room alone, "When we depart this afternoon, you will travel with us. Find an opportunity on the road to leave and return to Wannian City."
"I suspect that after we leave, the Crown Prince's mansion will make some arrangements for that corpse."
The Lotus Cult Leader immediately understood, "Master, you mean for me to stay there and follow the trail?"
The Divine Nun of the South Sea nodded, "Yes. If it is truly Xiao Dezzi, then they would definitely not just bury it quietly and be done with it."