240: Promotion

With the help of the imperial aspect golden fruit, Cheng Yurou's own Spiritual Manifestation also directly ascended to the Imperial Grade.

However, Jiang Chen could still feel that although Cheng Yurou's Spiritual Manifestation was also Imperial Grade, there was still a gap between her and himself.

That sense of absolute control originating from the level of his Cultivation Technique had not dissipated at all.

They remained closely linked together.

But Cheng Yurou didn't feel much of this, nor did she care.

Instead, she could clearly feel that her communication with the Spiritual Qi between heaven and earth seemed to have made a significant leap forward.

After reaching this level, it was obvious that Cheng Yurou's subsequent Cultivation speed would also be faster.

This made Cheng Yurou very happy.

Currently, Cheng Yurou's cultivation was second only to Lu Qian among the group.

But Jiang Chen estimated that it wouldn't take long for Cheng Yurou to catch up to Lu Qian.

Chu Yun and Shen Lingshu had both returned on leave from the Black Yamen.

Now that they saw Jiang Chen was safe and sound, they naturally had to go back and report.

Lu Qian was originally supposed to return to her original post, but just now, she received news sent by Xu Yang and others from the Black Yamen.

They said that an official from the imperial court was currently at the Black Yamen headquarters.

When Jiang Chen learned of this news, he went along with Lu Qian and the others.

He planned to see what was going on.

Furthermore, he believed that Sheng Yuntian already knew the news of his destruction of the Fenglan Sword Sect.

It was a good time to see the court's reaction.

The matter of the Song Family from the Lingcang Domain also had to be resolved eventually.

If he just stayed put and waited for the Song Family to come to his door, the battlefield would most likely fall within the Great Lan Dynasty.

So, what Jiang Chen was thinking was to take the initiative and strike first.

He would settle this matter on the Song Family's own territory.

As for praying that the Song Family would remain unaware of this matter and fail to find the cause of Song Chusheng's death, that was purely delusional; a Family of that caliber had plenty of mysterious and powerful forces and methods behind them.

The thoughtful housekeeper, Li Yan, had long since prepared brunch for everyone.

After Jiang Chen and the others ate together,

Cheng Yurou headed to the Spirit Pill Pavilion.

Jiang Chen, along with Lu Qian, Chu Yun, and Shen Lingshu, headed to the Black Yamen.

Originally, Jiang Chen had planned to arrange a spacious carriage.

But on second thought, Lu Qian would still have to manage her subordinates in the future, so he let her off for now.

The four of them each rode horses and arrived at the Black Yamen headquarters.

They saw that a female official from the imperial court was already waiting there.

When Lu Qian saw the newcomer's attire, she was even more surprised.

The Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard!?

Lu Qian had heard of such a mysterious unit before.

Setting aside everything else,

The fact that the Empress could sit firmly on the throne today was basically entirely dependent on the support of this Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard.

This point alone was enough to know the prestige of the Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard.

It was absolutely the real deal.

Whenever the Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard was seen anywhere, it was equivalent to the Empress herself being present.

“This humble official greets your Excellency.”

Lu Qian and the others were about to salute.

But the beautiful female official took a step forward and quickly supported Lu Qian.

“There is no need to be so polite, your Excellency. If we are speaking strictly of official rank, I am but a lowly Imperial Guard.”

Xue Lianxing smiled slightly.

Although the aura about her gave off a sharp feeling, Xue Lianxing tried her best to appear more approachable.

Their Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard were not man-eating tigers; they were people too.

“This must be Lord Jiang Chen.”

“Her Majesty asked me to convey her gratitude for what you have done.”

Xue Lianxing's gaze quickly turned toward Jiang Chen.

Clearly, Jiang Chen was the most important target of her trip.

However, when Xue Lianxing saw Jiang Chen, she was also very surprised, as Jiang Chen was truly too young.

So young, yet so powerful.

No wonder he could capture the hearts of so many beauties.

“It's nothing, just a small matter. There's no need for Her Majesty to be so polite.”

Jiang Chen also smiled and cupped his hands.

A small matter?

Xue Lianxing's willow-like brows furrowed slightly, and her smile stiffened.

This guy actually called something like wiping out the Fenglan Sword Sect a small matter.

“I have come this time to convey Her Majesty's imperial decree.”

“Lu Qian, step forward to receive your appointment. From this day forth, Black Yamen Demon Slaying Guard Lu Qian shall take over the position of Southern Commander, one of the four Great Commanders!”

“Black Yamen Demon Slaying Guard Chu Yun is promoted to Deputy Commander!”

Xue Lianxing read from the imperial decree in her hand.

Lu Qian and Chu Yun were both stunned when they heard these appointments.

“Co... Commander?”

“Me?”

Although Lu Qian had aspirations of becoming a Commander, she hadn't expected it to come so quickly.

However, regarding Lu Qian's own strength, although sitting in the Commander's seat now might seem a bit weak, it wouldn't take long for her to stabilize her position.

After all, Lu Qian had already comprehended Saber Intent and become a true Saber Technique Grandmaster.

Furthermore, her recent cultivation could be said to have advanced by leaps and bounds with Jiang Chen's help.

In a while longer, her strength would only grow greater.

But Lu Qian also knew in her heart that with her merits, there was absolutely no way she could be promoted to the position of Commander so quickly. Immediately, her gaze instinctively turned toward Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen also smiled and nodded, signaling Lu Qian to accept.

Only then did Lu Qian feel at ease accepting the decree.

Jiang Chen was quite satisfied with this.

He himself didn't care about official titles.

Moreover, Jiang Chen already held the top-tier status of an inspector.

He didn't need any other additions; this one alone was enough.

As for Chu Yun, she was even more surprised.

One must know that when she first met Jiang Chen in Dongfeng Town, she was only a First Class Little Flag.

In less than half a year,

She had jumped to the position of Deputy Commander.

But to be honest, Chu Yun knew in her heart that her current strength was still unworthy of the title.

Chu Yun's gaze also drifted toward Jiang Chen.

It seemed to say,

“I really want to make progress.”

Jiang Chen naturally saw the meaning in Chu Yun's eyes.

He signaled for Chu Yun not to worry.

“Thank you, Your Majesty.”

The two of them spoke in unison. Since there was only one imperial decree, it was Lu Qian who received it.

Shen Lingshu, on the side, didn't feel anything negative but was sincerely happy for her two older sisters.

However, Xue Lianxing's gaze now fixed directly onto Shen Lingshu.

“Your name is Shen Lingshu, right...?”

“Her Majesty asked me to ask you if you would be willing to enter the Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard for further study and training?”

Xue Lianxing asked softly.

In front of others, Xue Lianxing had never shown such a posture.

But before coming,

The Empress had very clearly stated that she must be polite and gentle. If these people were unwilling to do something, she must absolutely not force them. Even if there were some excessive requests, she could appropriately agree to them.

After all, Jiang Chen's strength was a terrifying existence.

Xue Lianxing had already confirmed this the moment she first saw Jiang Chen.

With her Earth Martial Realm strength, she felt as if she didn't even dare to stir her Qi in front of Jiang Chen.

Therefore, even for joining the Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard, it was this kind of cautious inquiry.

Respecting Shen Lingshu's opinion.