The Majesty of the Palace, Pressuring Others with Power

"A noblewoman from the palace?"

Shen Fei furrowed his brows slightly and slowly sheathed his Embroidery Spring Sword. He gave Cao Shuang a meaningful look, signaling him to calm down.

Cao Shuang released his grip on the sword handle and adjusted his emotions.

"Come in!" Shen Fei sat in his position and ordered.

"Ka-cha!"

The door was pushed open slowly, and a young man dressed in a Flying Fish Robe walked in.

Shen Fei glanced at the young man's embroidered edge, faintly black, and had a rough idea. He ordered, "Speak, what's the matter?"

Judging from the faint black, the young man was an ordinary official with no ranks In the Judge in the Southern Prison, individuals like him were everywhere, the lowest-ranking officials. However, in another context, it was still a considerable official position!

"Reply to Mr. Shen, the person is holding a palace waist token, looking extraordinarily noble, probably one of the princes." The young man respectfully replied.

"A prince?" Shen Fei's eyes flickered, feeling somewhat confused. He had never had any interaction with a prince before. What could a prince want from him this late at night?

"Okay, I understand."

Shen Fei gave Cao Shuang a calm look and then walked out decisively.

He had to go and welcome the visiting prince!

But this young man must not be let go!

After Shen Fei left, the young man bowed respectfully to Cao Shuang, "Mr. Cao, I will take my leave now."

"Take your leave? Why in such a hurry?" Cao Shuang revealed a sinister smile and drew out the Embroidery Spring Sword directly. Catching the young man off guard, Cao struck him with a slash.

In an instant, the young man's throat was cut, and he died on the spot.

Cao Shuang skillfully took out a bottle of bone-dissolving powder from his bosom and poured the white powder onto the young man's body.

"Sizzle..."

The body instantly decayed and rose in white smoke, emitting a foul smell. The visible decay of the young man's body disappeared, leaving only the Flying Fish Robe and an Embroidery Spring Sword.

"Kid, blame yourself for coming at the wrong time."

"I can't afford to gamble with losing my head!"

Cao Shuang began to clean up the scene, gradually removing traces.

That night, a low-ranking Imperial Guard officer inexplicably disappeared and was never seen again.

On the other side, Shen Fei arrived at the Imperial Guard Hall and met the visitor.

"Imperial Guard Chief Commander Shen Fei, greetings to Your Highness." Shen Fei wasn't sure which prince the visitor was, but he couldn't afford to be negligent.

The visitor turned around, put down the black robe hood, revealing his appearance.

Sword-like eyebrows, starry eyes, and extraordinary looks.

He exuded an air of nobility, indescribably exquisite. Anyone who saw him would say, "A graceful young master!"

"Let me introduce myself, I am Zhu Youji." Zhu Youji looked at Shen Fei and spoke softly.

With this statement, Shen Fei's face changed suddenly. He quickly half-knelt to show respect and said, "Greetings, Your Highness, the Fourth Prince!"

The Fourth Prince Zhu Youji, the most powerful and influential prince in the current world. Since the crown prince's sudden death, he had the highest chance of becoming the heir.

His mother, Noble Consort Wan, was truly at the pinnacle of power!

"That's enough, I came in plainclothes; there's no need for so many formalities." Zhu Youji said lightly.

"Thank you, Your Highness!" Shen Fei quickly said, "Your Highness, please have a seat. I apologize for the inadequate hospitality and hope for your understanding!"

"Alright." Zhu Youji nodded lightly and sat down slowly. He did not refuse Shen Fei's attempt to please him.

"Your Highness, please have some tea!" Shen Fei respectfully handed the tea to Zhu Youji.

"No rush!" Zhu Youji looked at Shen Fei and said, "Do you know why I came?"

"Please give your instruction, Your Highness. I will do my best to fulfill it even at the cost of my life." Shen Fei's face changed slightly, quickly trying to please.

Zhu Youji chuckled, and his expression suddenly changed. Staring at Shen Fei, he said coldly, "You indeed deserve to die!"

"I am guilty!" Shen Fei quickly knelt down and confessed.

Although Shen Fei didn't quite understand Zhu Youji's intention, admitting guilt was necessary regardless. In their different positions, everything the Fourth Prince said was right. Right or wrong, he was always right. The subordinate must acknowledge the mistake!

"You are guilty, but not beyond forgiveness. After all, who can claim to be perfect? Who can avoid mistakes?" Zhu Youji returned to his calm and indifferent demeanor.

Shen Fei's eyes flickered, and he continued to speak respectfully, "I hope Your Highness will save me."

"Your relationship with Lv Jing is quite good, isn't it?" Zhu Youji casually remarked.

Shen Fei's expression changed slightly, and he explained, "Lv Jing is my subordinate. We have no deep personal connections; it's all official business."

"Official business?"

"What a remarkable official business."

"Year 1624 of the Tianqi era, a murder case in the eastern suburbs of Shuntian Villa, Youxi Village."

"Year 1626 of the Tianqi era, a murder case in the Wang family courtyard of Shuntian Villa."

"Year 1627 of the Tianqi era, the confiscation of the Left Minister of the Ministry of Revenue's residence..."

...

"Do I need to recount all of these?"

Zhu Youji looked at Shen Fei coldly, speaking with a light and airy tone.

Instantly, Shen Fei felt like he had fallen into an icy cave. He broke into a cold sweat, shaking uncontrollably. How could he know so much? There were things, even Cao Shuang didn't know!

Shen Fei lowered his head, his eyes constantly flickering, feeling a chaotic mess inside, remaining silent.

Zhu Youji picked up the tea cup, sipped tea leisurely, and watched Shen Fei calmly. With just a few words, he made the Chief Commander of the Imperial Guard feel like he was facing a formidable enemy, filled with fear and unease!

This was the power of authority!

It left people dazzled and enchanted!

"Please save me, Your Highness." After much inner turmoil, Shen Fei still didn't dare to act against Zhu Youji.

"I am, of course, here to save you." Zhu Youji put down the tea cup, stood up, and looked at Shen Fei coldly. He said, "Regarding Lv Jing's matter, my mother arranged for someone to assist me. I will personally apprehend him. Do you understand what to do?"

Shen Fei suddenly lifted his head. He instantly understood Zhu Youji's intention and hurriedly said, "I will be the horse at the front line, serving Your Highness with all my heart."

"Do me a favor..." Zhu Youji instructed.

"Yes, I will definitely accomplish it." Shen Fei hastily agreed.

"Don't do anything foolish. I won't let him speak anything disadvantage against you. Help me with this, and wealth and glory will not be lacking for you."

"Remember, besides this matter, I don't want to see anyone from the Judge in the Southern Prison."

After giving a light command, Zhu Youji left the Imperial Guard hall with measured steps.

Shen Fei watched Zhu Youji's departing figure, his face pale, and murmured with lingering fear, "The Fourth Prince is truly formidable!"

At this moment, Cao Shuang walked in, saw Shen Fei sitting on the ground, his face changing slightly. He helped Shen Fei up and hurriedly asked, "What happened? Who was the noble visitor just now?"

"The Fourth Prince." Shen Fei replied.

"The Fourth Prince?" Cao Shuang's face changed slightly, and he quickly asked, "What did he come for?"

"To save our lives!" Shen Fei suppressed the chaotic thoughts in his mind and responded, "He came to save us."

"Huh?" Cao Shuang still didn't understand and wanted to ask more.

However, Shen Fei raised his hand to interrupt him. "Enough, no need to ask. This is a good thing. You don't need to worry about Lv Jing. Send someone to keep an eye on the Judge in the Northern Prison. Find out which high-ranking official was dispatched this time and report back to me."

"I have an important task for you to handle..."

"This? Yes!" Cao Shuang was slightly stunned, but he didn't ask any further.

"By the way, send the Jade Guanyin from last time to the Fourth Prince's mansion," Shen Fei thought for a moment and instructed.

"Yes, I understand," Cao Shuang knew the value of Jade Guanyin, but seeing Shen Fei so insistent and determined, he didn't dare to say anything more.

On the way back to the mansion, Zhu Youji once again heard the system's prompt tone.

[Ding! Host meets Shen Fei, changes the plot direction, rewards 6000 plot points.]

"Heh, so they do know how to fear." Zhu Youji chuckled lightly. Although he felt satisfied with the 6000 plot points obtained through changing the plot, he couldn't help but wonder about the details.

In the original plot, Shen Fei and Cao Shuang, in order to prevent the people from the Judge in the Northern Prison from taking Lv Jing back, hired assassins from Fengman Pavilion at a high cost. However, due to the protagonist's intervention, the assassins failed, causing a significant disturbance.

What was even more insane was that when the people from the Judge in the Northern Prison brought Lv Jing back, they desperately attacked the Imperial Guard of the Judge in the Northern Prison on the street. This incident shook the imperial city, resulting in many casualties. The power of the Judge in the Southern Prison diminished, and Zhu Youji faced Noble Consort Wan's punishment.

Because of this incident, Zhu Youji lost the opportunity to control and intervene in the Imperial Guard. He also lost Noble Consort Wan's favor and trust. For a fake, this was undoubtedly the most fatal blow. One wrong step led to multiple mistakes. In the subsequent plot events, the impact of this incident continued to expand, eventually exposing the false identity, with the appearance of the protagonist, ending Zhu Youji's life as an antagonist.

"I've cut off this matter from its root."

"I'd like to see how you, the Son of Destiny, can play now."

Zhu Youji's eyes flickered, a cold smile playing on his lips as he walked toward his own mansion.