Chapter 164: Chapter 144: Strength

Holding the positions of both the Inspectorate and the Demon-Slaying Office in Yu County would indeed cause quite a stir, but at that moment, Chen Mu was not concerned about it. Without a strong background initially, he had prioritized quiet development, but now, backed by Yan Jingqing and the power of the Seven Profound Sect, showing a bit of the sword's edge was not a bad idea—it could even spare him some unnecessary troubles.

While various forces in Yu County were turning their attention to Chen Mu, the newly appointed Inspector, he was not at his residence. Instead, he had quietly arrived at the Ancient Courtyard located behind the Yu Family's property, a place usually forbidden to all.

Inside the garden.

The pond was clear, the birds sang, and the flowers fragranced, a scene brimming with vitality.