Chapter 1127: You Would Choose Who?

Zuan’s heart skipped a beat. He suddenly remembered that Jian Taiding was her junior apprentice brother and an important figure in White Jade Capital. The relationship between the two families was naturally extraordinary. He quickly chuckled, "Too much has happened recently, and I’m worried it might affect the relationship between our two families."

"Are you nervous?" Yan Xuehen asked suspiciously. Clearly, his physical changes hadn't escaped her perception.

Zuan thought to himself, *This woman is truly sensitive. Any man who marries her in the future probably won't be able to do anything covertly.* He reacted quickly, immediately saying, "Today, we openly clashed with the imperial court, and Xu Yu even produced an imperial decree, proving that the Emperor had long prepared to deal with both families. How could I not be nervous?"

Yan Xuehen nodded, evidently accepting his explanation.

However, she offered no further comment, clearly wishing to maintain White Jade Capital’s detachment and avoid involvement in court struggles.

The two continued walking deeper inside. Because of what had just happened, Yan Xuehen felt a strange sensation with him walking behind her, so she only started walking herself after he had passed by her side.

Walking side-by-side through the prison, Zuan felt a momentary daze. Previously, they had always been in opposing positions; he never imagined they would walk together so closely.

*If this 'ice maiden' knew my true identity, would she tear me apart in a fit of rage?*

Soon, they arrived at Yu Yanluo’s cell. Zuan suddenly thought that if Yu Yanluo saw him and revealed any slip-up, and Yan Xuehen noticed, it would be over.

*Someone who can cultivate to Grandmaster status can't just be a pretty face, right?*

However, having learned from the previous lesson, he deliberately controlled his heartbeat, preventing Yan Xuehen from noticing.

By then, Yu Yanluo had seen them. Her expression showed a momentary surprise; clearly, no matter what she had expected, she hadn't anticipated seeing these two together.

But she quickly recovered, giving them a slight bow. "Sect Master Yan, Yanyou, I didn't expect you both to see me in such a disheveled state."

Yan Xuehen was a little surprised. "Madam Yu, your composure truly impresses me. Even in such dire straits, you show no hint of panic."

"Life and death are fated," Yu Yanluo said with a faint smile. "Besides, I believe someone can clear my name."

Yan Xuehen scoffed, "Madam, you shouldn't place too much hope in the Emperor. Zhao Hao may have liked you back then, but the imperial family is the most ruthless. This time, it's clearly his plan to deal with you. If you hope he'll clear your name, I'm afraid you'll be disappointed."

Yu Yanluo smiled but said nothing. She was, of course, not referring to the Emperor, but rather…

She subconsciously glanced at Zuan, a hint of softness appearing in her eyes.

How keen was a Grandmaster's perception? Yan Xuehen felt a flicker of doubt. According to previous information, these two were only husband and wife in name. Yet now, Yu Yanluo seemed to harbor strong affection for Jian Yanyou, and just earlier, Jian Yanyou had almost become enraged for her sake.

Unfortunately, her doubts were fleeting. She merely attributed it to the many recent events, assuming their relationship had grown stronger after enduring hardships together.

After all, it was hard to imagine that someone could perfectly impersonate another person, so much so that even she, a Grandmaster, couldn't detect any flaws.

She had no interest in their romantic affairs, as long as Zuan wasn't involved.

*Hmph, I previously thought Yu Yanluo and that boy Zuan were quite close. At the time, I felt it was unfair to my disciple.*

*Chuyan is a loyal person; she hasn't even missed that boy these days in White Jade Capital. Yet, he's out there flirting with other women, showing no male virtue whatsoever.*

*When I go back, I must tell Chuyan everything that happened here. That boy Zuan was tirelessly serving Yu Yanluo, only for her to fall for another man.*

*It's not worth letting such a person affect her cultivation path.*

Thinking of every encounter with that fellow and his lazy demeanor, Yan Xuehen felt a surge of anger.

Rage value from Yan Xuehen…

Zuan, standing beside her, couldn't help but glance at the woman who resembled an ice-cold immortal. *On the surface, she looks like an ethereal, otherworldly master, yet she's actually fuming inside?*

*This woman isn't as calm and indifferent as she appears; she actually holds quite a grudge.*

If Yan Xuehen knew she had been seen through by the man beside her, she would likely erupt in violence to silence him.

She collected her thoughts and looked at Yu Yanluo. "I came today to verify something."

Zuan cleared his throat and said from the side, "We were only able to get in thanks to Sect Master Yan's help..."

He briefly recounted what had just happened, mainly to prevent Yu Yanluo from unknowingly offending Yan Xuehen. At this point, they couldn't afford to have another Grandmaster as an enemy.

Yu Yanluo understood, giving Yan Xuehen a kind smile. "Sect Master Yan, please ask whatever you wish."

Yan Xuehen didn't hesitate, even with Zuan present, and spoke directly. "After we parted ways, I examined my junior apprentice brother's body. He indeed died by the means of the Parasitic Bee Clan. I originally thought you were unrelated, but I just learned you are a Medusa. So, have you been secretly colluding with Uncle Ming to benefit the demon race?"

Her voice grew cold as she spoke, and ripples of clear light flickered in her eyes.

Zuan was startled, wondering if this was also a type of ocular technique.

Yu Yanluo shook her head. "I didn't know Uncle Ming was disguised by the Parasitic Bees before, so how could I have colluded with him? I have done nothing to harm the human race in all these years. If you don't believe me, Sect Master, you are welcome to investigate at any time."

"No need," Yan Xuehen said, her eyes returning to normal. She then looked at Zuan. "I'm done asking. What do you need to ask? Be quick."

Zuan was surprised internally but said, "My wife and I have some private matters to discuss. Sect Master, would you mind stepping out for a moment?"

Yan Xuehen: "..."

*I didn't mind him being present when I asked my questions, but now he's trying to get rid of me?*

Although annoyed, she truly didn't want to listen to their romantic discussions, considering they were husband and wife.

"Then I'll go out first," Yan Xuehen said coldly, and walked away.

Zuan quickly reminded her, "Sect Master, please don't eavesdrop."

A Grandmaster's spiritual perception was too keen; even from outside, hearing the conversation here would be effortless.

Yan Xuehen stumbled, almost falling. Her chest rose and fell rapidly several times before she said with a darkened face, "I'm not that bored!"

*Why is Jian Yanyou so much like that Zuan fellow? Equally detestable!*

Rage value from Yan Xuehen…

Looking at the string of rage values in the background, Zuan thought, *White Jade Capital preaches about 'supreme detachment,' and this woman is usually ice-cold, but in reality, her heart is quite fiery.*

Once she was outside, he quickly used vital energy transmission to tell Yu Yanluo what had happened to the Yu family, that Xingnu had just been rescued, and so on.

Although, given Yan Xuehen's arrogance, she probably wouldn't eavesdrop, he couldn't take that risk.

"It seems the Emperor was indeed plotting to deal with our family," Yu Yanluo said, her expression growing cold. Her arrest and the raid on the Yu family happening simultaneously clearly indicated a long-planned scheme. "Thanks to you, otherwise, we might have suffered a devastating blow this time."

"How could I stand idly by when it comes to you?" Zuan said. "The problem now is that Xu Yu holds an imperial decree, so I can't use the power of the Jian or Yu families to get you out."

Hearing his previous sentence, Yu Yanluo's face flushed slightly. "I'll definitely be heavily guarded here. You should first help get Xingnu and the others out. Otherwise, given enough time, they will eventually be exposed."

"Alright," Zuan agreed, then fell silent.

"What's wrong?" Seeing his troubled expression, Yu Yanluo asked curiously.

Zuan said, "I have a question I want to ask you. I heard Xiao Yao mention..."

He then briefly explained how Pei Mianman's mother had died from Medusa poison, and looked at her carefully. "Is this matter related to you?"

Yu Yanluo didn't answer directly. Instead, she looked at him with an unusual expression. "If I said it was related, who would you choose to help...?"