I Became the Devil Queen's Heart Demon novel Chapter 1027

Yu Zhe smiled and explained, "The Princess had already instructed in advance and dispatched a team of Xuan Armor Guards to secretly monitor the Purple Cloud Temple, to prevent the Gu God Sect from sneaking away after getting wind of this."

Chen Mo understood, "Her Highness really thinks things through."

As the two continued their conversation, they had already reached the foot of the mountain.

Just as they settled, Ye Zi'e and Li Yuan quickly came up to meet them.

"Mr. Chen."

"And this is...?"

Ye Zi'e looked at Yu Zhe in his black armor.

"Yu Commander of the Xuanjia Army, who came with the Princess, one of our own." Chen Mo glanced around and frowned, "What's the situation here?"

At the foot of the mountain, people were milling about, creating a bustling and lively atmosphere.

Looking up along the winding mountain path, there were heads bobbing and shoulders rubbing, almost forming a dragon-like line of people.

Li Yuan said, "Commander Ye and I have been keeping watch here since morning, and originally there was nothing unusual. But then, just at 11 a.m., the gates of the Daoist Temple suddenly opened, and people started coming in droves..."

Ye Zi'e added, "I asked Lu Shuyuan to investigate, and it turns out someone has been going from household to household posting notices, claiming that today is the Purple Cloud Temple's fasting and ritual day, offering free prayers for blessings and disaster prevention for the city's people."

"Prayers for blessings?"

Chen Mo raised an eyebrow.

He had heard from Little Butterfly that the Purple Cloud Temple holds an unparalleled position in the city.

It was said that years ago, when the Barbarian Tribe invaded Nantu, Bailu City fell in just three days.

The Barbarian soldiers rushed into the city, committing arson, killing, and looting, while the citizens were like lambs led to the slaughter, unable to resist. Only a small group managed to escape to the mountain and were spared under the protection of the Purple Cloud Temple.

Moreover, the "True Martial God" worshipped in the temple was exceedingly efficacious, not only quelling floods and fires but also curing diseases and dispelling disasters.

Now that the temple gates were wide open, accepting all — not surprisingly, a large crowd of people had been attracted, seeking True Monarch's blessings.

"It seems they sensed danger and want to use the people as amulets to make us wary." Chen Mo narrowed his eyes, quickly grasping the essence of the situation.

This indeed was an effective measure. If they directly assaulted the temple, these citizens might be endangered.

If forcibly dispersed, it would be difficult to ensure that no members of the Gu God Sect were among them.

It was an open and aboveboard strategem.

"Perhaps we should first seal off the mountain gate to prevent anyone from slipping away amidst the chaos," Yu Zhe suggested.

"No need. If they were to flee, they would have done so long ago." Chen Mo smirked coldly, "This is merely drinking poison to quench thirst. They, too, are aware of that. The only purpose for doing so is to buy time..."

"Sir, what should we do now?" Li Yuan asked.

Chen Mo replied, "I'll head in to have a look first. You and Households Commander Ye go to the State Mansion and report this to the Princess."

"Alright." Li Yuan nodded.

Given their abilities, staying by Chen Mo's side would only be a distraction. It would be better to do what they can handle.

Watching them leave until they disappeared into the horizon, Chen Mo finally withdrew his gaze.

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