Opening with a Poem, Shocking the Entire Court of Civil and Military Officials!.

Summary

The imperial palace buzzed with activity as Master Yan Kong prepared for a demon-catching ritual, spurred by public fear of a fox demon. Amidst court tensions, the absence of the Ninth Prince, Qin Ying, raised suspicions, leading to heated debates among officials. Liu Yun Xian fiercely defended her husband against accusations of fleeing punishment, asserting respect is earned. As the ritual commenced, a junior disciple, Miao Hua, faltered, drawing Yan Kong's ire. The atmosphere thickened when Yan Kong proposed that all present drink holy water to reveal any hidden demons among them, escalating the tension in the court.

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