My low-key cultivation of immortality was discovered by the emperor in my diary.

Chapter 48 Mao Sui Recommends Himself and Returns to the Taoist Temple

Lou Qing's scalp was about to explode.

He never expected that Chu Lengyu would know that they were Night Guards, people sent by the Emperor!

How did she find out? And when did she find out?

Green Bamboo was already disheveled from the wind, and now she was completely terrified: "Miss, you mean...they are His Majesty the Emperor's men?!"

The thought of how she had cursed them several times made her vision go black, and she wished she could shut herself up.

Seeing this, Chu Lengyu patted her shoulder and said, "What are you afraid of? The emperor's people have come to my door and volunteered to be my people."

She was calm and confident. Green Bamboo gradually calmed down beside her and looked at the three people in front of her with curiosity.

Seeing the amused smile on Chu Lengyu's face, the three Night Guards wished they could disappear into a crack in the ground.

Lou Qing recalled his previous plan: since Chu Lengyu was unpredictable and could come and go as she pleased, they couldn't keep up with her or keep an eye on her. They might as well change their strategy and infiltrate her side, which would make it easier to keep track of her movements.

His idea was good, but unfortunately...

Unable to contain her doubts any longer, Sister Qiao asked directly, as if she had nothing to lose, "May I ask where Miss Chu learned of our identities?"

Chu Lengyu smiled mysteriously: "I not only know that you are Night Guards, people sent by the Emperor, but I also know your individual names, as well as many more secrets."

At this point, she became slightly more serious: "So, I hope you can remember that all tricks and cleverness are futile in front of me."

Upon hearing this, Lou Qing's forehead was already covered in fine beads of sweat. He quickly cupped his hands and said, "We will remember Miss Chu's teachings."

Sister Qiao and Cheng Zi followed closely behind, obediently bowing.

They thought they had a good understanding of Chu Lengyu before they came and that they had overestimated her abilities, but now they realized that her capabilities probably far exceeded their expectations.

Chu Lengyu looked to her left and right and said, "I'm going to Xuanzhen Temple today, so I'll leave this place to you."

Huang Yi and Huang Er responded with a resounding "Yes, sir!"

Then, Chu Lengyu took out the Dubu Sword, the blade trembled slightly, and emitted a melodious sword sound.

With a light leap, she stepped onto the sword light, simultaneously grabbing Green Bamboo's hand and pulling her along with her.

She didn't turn around, but her voice clearly reached everyone's ears: "I don't know why the Emperor sent the Night Guards to monitor me, but I don't like being watched, and I especially don't like being disturbed for no reason. You all should take care of yourselves and not make a mistake."

No sooner had he finished speaking than the sword light shot into the sky, flashing several times before disappearing from sight.

Lou Qing gazed at the sword light disappearing into the horizon, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly. He knew that when Chu Lengyu said she was going to Xuanzhen Temple, she was actually telling him her whereabouts so that he could use it to get by.

Otherwise, if she simply left with her people, even if they discovered the sword light, they would have no way of knowing where she went.

Cheng Zi looked up at the calm, pale blue sky and sighed, "What an arrogant woman."

Sister Qiao snorted and said, "If I had her skills, I would be arrogant too, no, I would be even more arrogant than her!"

A hint of longing and yearning involuntarily appeared in her eyes.

……

Outside Xuanzhen Temple.

Chu Lengyu suppressed the sword light and landed steadily.

Green Bamboo was still clutching her chest. Although the young lady was protecting her, the flight was too fast, and she was still slightly uncomfortable.

However, she was very excited and said cheerfully, "Miss, this is so much fun!"

Chu Lengyu laughed, not expecting her to describe her first experience of flying on a sword as "fun".

"Oh dear, what's so funny..." Green Bamboo blushed a little and ran to knock on the door.

Lin Jiuxiao and Ji Lingchuan were very welcoming when they learned of their arrival. They welcomed the two into the house and spent a long time asking them how they were doing.

Chu Lengyu recounted the recent events to them, then asked Lin Jiuxiao, "Uncle-Master, the Chu family has gone too far and is unworthy of their position. If I wish to reclaim the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion, could you please help me find a way?"

If he can't think of a solution, then she'll have to do it her own way.

"This..." Lin Jiuxiao pondered for a long time before slowly saying, "Yu'er, I'm afraid this is impossible."

"Firstly, the Great Xia Dynasty has never had a woman granted the title of king or duke, although there have been a few who were granted the title of marquis. Moreover, you are not yet married and do not even have a marriage contract."

In the Great Xia Dynasty, unmarried women could only be decided by their elders and had almost no way to express their own opinions, let alone step into the world.

"Secondly, when Han Chen passed away, the title of Duke of Zhenguo had already drawn criticism from both the court and the public. In the end, it was only by His Majesty's personal decree that Chu Wenchen was allowed to inherit the title. With this decree in place, unless he commits a heinous crime, otherwise..."

Chu Lengyu listened quietly. She had already thought about everything Lin Jiuxiao said, and she also knew that there was one thing he hadn't said aloud.

She and Chu Hanchen are not related by blood. Even if she overthrows the second branch of the Chu family, if the Four Kings and Eight Dukes do not want a vacancy, they will still let other members of the Chu family fill the vacancy, rather than considering her, their adopted daughter.

Their power was immense, especially in the capital city, where no one except the emperor could rival them.

Even the Empress came from the Duke of Li's mansion, and held the Phoenix Seal, making her position secure.

The emperor has not yet designated an heir, but the princes are all connected with the Four Kings and Eight Dukes.

Lin Jiuxiao frowned deeply and sighed regretfully, "If I had known this would happen, I would have preferred to have His Majesty take away this title rather than let it fall into Chu Wenchen's hands."

Chu Lengyu, unwilling to see him like this, said, "Uncle-Master, don't worry, I'll handle this matter."

"You?" Lin Jiuxiao raised his head in confusion.

Ji Lingchuan hurriedly said, "Junior sister, don't act impulsively."

"What are you thinking, Senior Brother?" Chu Lengyu covered her mouth and smiled.

Ji Lingchuan realized he had misunderstood and felt a little embarrassed, but he couldn't shake the feeling of unease.

Nearly three years had passed since they parted, and he still regarded her as that twelve-year-old girl, forgetting that she had grown up and had her own opinions.

He said gently, "I was being presumptuous, but whatever you do, Junior Sister, you should always prioritize safety."

"My disciple is right," Lin Jiuxiao agreed, glancing at his disciple and thinking to himself that his disciple was too naive and hadn't improved at all over the years.

Chu Lengyu immediately said seriously, "I know, but I am not as weak and isolated as my senior uncle and senior brother think."

Her face was aloof, and her eyes were resolute.

Upon hearing this, Lüyun's face lit up with joy, realizing that her young mistress no longer wanted to hide it from them and was going to tell them the truth.

She chimed in, "Master Lin, Brother Ji, you have no idea how skilled Miss is now!"