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"Li Lang, every moment with you is so peaceful and serene."
"I really don't know how I got through all those years without you."
"Since you came into my life, I have finally found the meaning of life beyond the ascetic practices of breathing exercises."
Li Chang'an listened with enjoyment to Luo Yuheng's situation, thinking to himself, "Let's see how you face yourself after you recover."
Not long after, Xu Qi'an and his group returned.
"Master, between Miao Youfang and that little girl, which one should we interrogate first?"
Li Chang'an glanced at Xu Qi'an and asked, "You didn't do anything to that girl, did you?"
Xu Qi'an was taken aback. "Naturally, it's for Master."
Li Miaozhen rolled her eyes. "My husband isn't that kind of person."
Li Chang'an smiled and looked at Xu Qi'an. That little girl is your sister.
Xu Qi'an reacted quickly, "Of course, we'll leave it to Master to interrogate."
"Let's interrogate the host of the dragon energy first."
Xu Qi'an left for a moment and then brought Miao Youfang up.
This dragon energy host appears to be in his twenties.
He was about the same age as Xu Qi'an, with slightly rough and dark skin, and looked like a wandering knight who had been traveling for many years.
Her facial features were decent, but not particularly outstanding; her most striking feature was her pair of eyes, which shone brightly.
When dealing with the host of dragon energy, Li Chang'an not only had to extract the dragon energy, but also had to understand the other party's character.
If he is a person of good character, he will choose to be honest and open with the other party.
If they are evildoers, then kill them without hesitation.
"This humble commoner, Miao Youfang, greets Your Excellency and the Fairy Maiden!"
His gaze swept over Li Chang'an, and he immediately shivered.
As for Luo Yuheng, he only noticed that the Taoist nun was wearing a veil, and didn't dare to look at anything else.
"Ning Yan, you may begin," Li Chang'an said.
Miao Youfang had a good idea of what was going on; this official was likely a Gold Gong or Silver Gong.
"Name, gender, age." Xu Qi'an used the three-part format from his previous life's records.
Previously, when they were at the specialty club, Xu Qi'an had a fairly good impression of him.
Men who frequent brothels are all fallen angels from their past lives.
In fact, when that woman of the night was implicated, Miao Youfang was the first to protect her.
This is a rare quality among the group of wandering martial artists who break the law with their martial arts.
Miao Youfang was clearly taken aback, as if he was not used to this kind of opening.
Miao Youfang, male, is twenty-three years old this year.
Before answering, one should say "Yes, sir." Xu Qi'an silently joked, "Where are you from?"
“Miaojia Town, Heiyang County, Qingzhou”.
"Do you know why you're here?" Xu Qi'an asked.
"I thought you gentlemen were here to arrest the bad guys, but I didn't expect you to arrest me too."
"Actually, I'm innocent. I'm a good person, and my biggest goal in life is to become a great hero!"
"You can ask around and see, my reputation as Miao Youfang is impeccable..."
“The person we’re mainly after is you,” Xu Qi’an interrupted Miao Youfang’s impassioned speech.
Could it be because I am a genius...? Miao Youfang said proudly, "This great hero has traveled the martial world for many years, killing street ruffians, local tyrants who do evil, and corrupt officials who prey on the people. I have too many enemies."
As someone who aspired to become a great hero, punishing evil and upholding justice, he drew his sword to fight many times when he saw injustice.
Miao Youfang noticed that the woman in red sitting below nodded silently, seemingly agreeing with this set of chivalrous principles.
Miao Youfang pursed his lips, "I don't think the reason you want to arrest me is for these reasons..."
He looked at Li Chang'an and said, "Sir of the Night Watchman's Office, please give me a definite answer. Am I still alive?"
If you can't live, then hurry up and finish it. Although I've killed many, I never torture anyone.
Li Chang'an found this person amusing and said with a smile, "What if I could live?"
Miao Youfang revealed a solemn and sincere expression: "You are my father."
"Heh!" The Imperial Advisor couldn't help but chuckle, his sorrowful thoughts easing considerably.
Li Lingsu was also taken aback; this kid was quite interesting.
"Yuheng, we're going to have a son..."
"No way, how could we give birth to such an ugly son!" Luo Yuheng said in a coquettish voice.
The incomparably handsome Li Chang'an could not have given birth to such an ugly son.
Miao Youfang sighed, feeling utterly hopeless.
Xu Qi'an scoffed, "Damn it, you're pretty good at taking advantage of situations."
He grabbed Miao Youfang's shoulder and said, "Whether you live or die depends on how you perform later."
Seeing Miao Youfang's puzzled expression, he ignited a Qi Observation Technique.
"Is there any indiscriminate killing of innocent people?"
"What does it mean to indiscriminately kill innocent people?"
"A person who has never committed a capital offense."
"I only killed those who deserved to die."
"Has there been any rape, murder, or abduction?"
"I disdain to do it."
Seemingly to increase his persuasiveness, Miao Youfang raised his chin, looking proud: "What kind of beautiful girls aren't in brothels? And they know how to serve people well, so there's no need for them to rape or kidnap. As for me, I can always earn a lot of money to spend in brothels."
He's a bike-sharing enthusiast... Xu Qi'an hummed in agreement.
However, I always get things for free, while you have to spend money, so I am your father.
Li Chang'an nodded as well.
Finally, I've met a decent dragon energy host. What kind of people have I encountered along the way?!
"You must be very curious as to why that group of rebels relentlessly pursued you, including why I captured you."
Miao Youfang remained curious and nodded vigorously, "There must be a reason why an adult needs a humble servant."
Li Chang'an said calmly, "Actually, your talent isn't that great."
Miao Youfang proudly raised his head, "Although you are an adult, I shouldn't argue with you out of self-preservation. But you can say whatever you want about me, but saying I have no talent is unacceptable. Sir, I am the best fighter in town."
Why don't you say you're the coolest kid on the block? He seems to care a lot about his talent.
Xu Qi'an said to him, "Most of your current achievements come from something called dragon energy."
Miao Youfang was unconvinced, but he also listened attentively.
Xu Qi'an then explained in detail, "When Emperor Yuanjing passed away, due to various accidents, the dragon vein collapsed, forming a kind of fortune. Those who obtain the dragon energy will have many wonderful encounters. Wealth is just a minor matter; they will also benefit from connections, cultivation progress, and so on."
"You know your own situation best. Has your luck suddenly improved over a month ago? You've been able to make friends wherever you go and receive all sorts of gifts from them."
"My spiritual practice is progressing rapidly, and whenever I encounter a problem, someone will always come to my aid. In addition, I win nine out of ten times at the casino, making a fortune every day."
Miao Youfang listened and fell silent for a long time.
Xu Qi'an was right; everything he said matched perfectly.
A month ago, he returned home from traveling and unexpectedly won the favor of the prettiest girl in town.
The master who taught him the martial arts suddenly produced a secret manual and presented it to him, saying that he didn't have long to live and didn't want his unique skills to be lost...
He left the town and continued his travels, encountering one adventure after another. Apart from being chased by the same group of people from yesterday, he encountered almost no danger, and his cultivation level improved by leaps and bounds every day.
Miao Youfang tentatively asked, "So..."
Xu Qi'an replied, "If the dragon's energy continues to scatter outwards, the collapse of the dynasty is only a matter of time. And if it falls into the hands of foreign tribes, the change of rulers in the Central Plains is also foreseeable. Therefore, the court must reclaim the dragon's energy."
Seeing Miao Youfang's struggling expression, he mocked, "What, you don't want to? You consider yourself a great hero, but you should know that the greatest heroes are those who serve their country and its people."
He was met with silence. The dark-skinned young man lowered his head, his struggle becoming increasingly apparent.
After a long while, he asked, "I am already a sitting duck in the adults' hands. You can take the dragon's aura yourself. Why bother telling me so much?"
At this moment, Li Chang'an said, "If you are a villain, I don't need to waste my breath on you."
Miao Youfang looked up at Li Chang'an, then lowered his head again.
After a dozen seconds of silence, he sighed, "Although I'm very unwilling, I am a hero, and a hero should act like one. If the dragon's energy can truly save the court, if it is truly within me, then so be it..."
Li Chang'an immediately took out the fragment of the Earth Book, faced the mirror towards him, and silently recited the incantation.