Seriously Wounded

"When I arrived, I heard that the intruder wasn't discovered until they reached the inner palace, even the Emperor was alarmed. You all split into teams to pursue this person and their accomplice; I'll head to the inner palace first to ensure the Emperor's safety in case someone takes the opportunity to harm him again." This man with blue hair and purple whiskers was naturally Qiu Longzi, a Spirit Master from the Heavenly Moon Sect; his voice was grave as he issued the command.

"Yes, this subordinate will see to it immediately," the Qi-refining imperial guard replied, and promptly relayed the orders.

At this time, the other members of the Heavenly Moon Sect also split into several teams and began their pursuit out of the palace.

After giving a few hushed instructions to another person, Qiu Longzi turned and, with several trusted cultivators, headed straight for the inner palace.