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Several Refining Internal leaders had died, and the soldiers under them were not spared either, having been beaten half to death by the soldiers of the Azure Dragon Camp and Vermilion Bird Camp before being dragged over.

"These degenerates really tarnish the reputation of the Eight Camps!"

The soldiers were filled with righteous indignation, "Thousand Captain Li, please report to the chief examiners that this matter must be thoroughly investigated and severely punished!"

Before they could report it, a Meridian Passage Deputy General came over and announced:

"Selected Point examination suspended!"

"Until it is clear who has committed favoritism and fraud, no one is allowed to leave."

Examination suspended, investigation underway!

In just two sentences, like thunder crashing down upon their hearts.

"Favoritism and fraud?"

"So someone really dared to cheat in the Selected Point!"

"Who would have such audacity?"

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"Princely Heir!"

Looking at the formation set up on the high platform.

Yin Hanwen started to panic, "Damn, the Supervisor seems to be serious about investigating; this could spell trouble."

...

Wen Qiushi was equally nervous, "Princely Heir, this won't affect us moving forward, will it?"

"When did I ever say that I tampered with the Selected Point? Why are you two panicking for no reason? How will you be able to fight wars with such little courage?"

Cao Fan was particularly calm, "Don't worry, they won't find anything on me, and if anyone ends up in trouble, it will be Sun Xiangzong himself."

He emphasized his words especially at the end.

"Hmm?"

Yin Hanwen and Wen Qiushi exchanged looks, finding his statement somewhat unbelievable.

Sun Xiangzong in trouble.

Who could cause trouble for such a renowned elder?

"He's old."

Though only in his twenties, Cao Fan exuded a sense of being old and calculating, "Targeting Chen Sansi is the goal but not the whole purpose."

"Do you think I am foolish to attract trouble during the Selected Point, unnecessarily complicating things for myself?"

"This scheme was also meant for Sun Xiangzong."

"By merely agreeing to investigate, it's like jumping into a pit, sacrificing his reputation and jeopardizing his late career, just watch."

As someone of high status, Cao Fan wouldn't really be such a reckless heir, risking everything to take down a competitor who posed no significant threat.

In this Selected Point, they had two main objectives.

First, to obtain after victory the method to exceed the Martial Saint from Sun Xiangzong.

Second, to infiltrate further into the Eight Camps and dilute the power of the Sun Family.

"Damaging his own reputation?"

Yin Hanwen, also from a high-ranking family, caught on quickly and realized the ingenuity, "Princely Heir, your plan is brilliant! It seems we are in for quite a show today."

The others continued to whisper among themselves.

"What exactly happened?"

"Such things have never happened since the inception of the Selected Point."

"Tampering in the Selected Point is equivalent to cheating in the imperial examinations, it's a capital offense, no one would escape!"

"That's what's said, but it's not so simple."

"Those daring to cheat in the Selected Point must hold terrifyingly high positions."

"If that's the case, what will be the end of it?"

The crowd was buzzing with various opinions, having no precedent, they also did not know what the outcome would be.

If the person involved holds too high a position, would they really be executed?

If not, wouldn't the credibility of the Selected Point plummet in the future?

But then again.

This Selected Point seemed to be the last personally selected by the Supervisor.

With almost everyone having heard rumors of the Supervisor retiring to his hometown, coupled with the recent concessions in power, there was even a saying, "Is the old Elephant Sect still able to feed himself?"

So would today's incident just be overlooked?

Who would want to offend a formidable figure just before retirement?

"No matter who it is, they must be executed if found out!"

Bai Tingzhi was as straightforward as ever, "Otherwise, I'd rather not participate in such a Selected Point."

He hadn't attended the military examination two years ago, opting for the Selected Point instead because it was said to be fair.

It had indeed been so up until now.

Even the mounts and weapons of everyone were ensured to be roughly the same, but to create such an issue at a critical moment.

It wasn't just him.

Warriors from all over came flocking, largely drawn by the reputation of Sun Xiangzong.

This time, if a suitable solution is not found, it might dishearten warriors everywhere.

"This is getting big..."

Tang Yingke had just heaved a sigh of relief, but his anxiety resurfaced.

In his view, stopping here was the best outcome.

Since everyone had already safely passed and were rated Class A, causing no substantial impact, it would be best to let things settle quietly.

Continuing to stir the pot might not only bring no benefits but could also turn ugly.

After all, the cheating involved the Crown Prince, a future sovereign, and the supporters aiding his actions could hold significant status within the Eight Camps.

It could even jeopardize the late career of the Supervisor.

Why bother?

"Sigh..."

"This Brother Chen, doesn't he know how to yield?"

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In fact, Chen Sansi was more than accommodating, nearly prostrating himself; the other party wouldn't be satisfied until he acted like a dog, but what could he do? Really become a dog?
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If he continued to yield, would the other party let him go? No, they would only escalate things!

Moreover, those Refining Internals, before dying, had demonstrated their true strength, likely witnessed by the examiners, who would probably handle it even without a report.

Even if he could endure, it seemed the soldiers of the Azure Dragon Camp couldn't, as they took the initiative to eliminate those responsible without being asked, taking the lead to complain.

Something was amiss.

Chen Sansi noticed that after the examiners announced the suspension of the Selected Point, Cao Fan's face showed no sign of panic, as if he had everything under control.