Black Panther was taken aback; obviously, he hadn't expected Luo Chen to deny so decisively. He sneered coldly, "Can you determine if someone committed murder with just a word? Do you think there's anyone in Mengyifei City who would believe a kid of unclear origin from the Jama Empire?" His words were filled with mockery and disdain.

However, just when everyone thought Luo Chen was about to be taken away, a bright voice suddenly rang out from the crowd: "I believe him!"

This voice was like a thunderbolt out of a clear sky, causing an uproar among the crowd. Everyone turned their heads to see a figure slowly emerging from the crowd, his face adorned with a calm and confident smile.

Black Panther, one of the three major adjudicators of Mengyifei City, was about to shout angrily, but when he saw that unusually familiar face, he was stunned. His eyes widened, full of disbelief: "Heavens... Master Li Qing..."

Li Qing smiled and nodded, acknowledging Black Panther. He walked slowly to Luo Chen's side, looking at the young man with gentle eyes. Then, he turned to the crowd, speaking loudly, "I believe Luo Chen did not commit murder. Though this young man is quite young, I see kindness and determination in his eyes. I believe he is not someone who would kill easily."

Li Qing's words were like a reassuring pill, quickly easing the previously tense atmosphere. The crowd began to whisper amongst themselves, and the discussions gradually subsided. Carefree Meng Lan also breathed a sigh of relief, glancing gratefully at Li Qing, feeling secretly relieved.

Luo Chen, overwhelmed with gratitude, looked at Li Qing. He knew how difficult it was to find someone willing to believe in and support him in this unfamiliar city. He bowed deeply, his voice choked with emotion: "Thank you, Master Li Qing."

Li Qing smiled as he helped Luo Chen up, gently patting him on the shoulder: "Child, don't be afraid. As long as you're innocent, someone will believe you." His words filled Luo Chen's heart with warmth and hope. This sudden turmoil was calmed by Li Qing's intervention.

Indeed, the arrival was none other than Li Qing, a Soul Cultivator powerhouse from the Martial Soul Hall, dressed elegantly. His presence seemed to bring a touch of peace to the chaos. With a smile on his face and graceful steps, he was like a noble gentleman, drawing the attention of passersby who showed awe and admiration in their eyes.

"It's Master Li Qing, look, it's Master Li Qing from the Martial Soul Hall!" someone exclaimed, their voice filled with excitement.

"I know him, that soul cultivation genius. He's my son's idol!" another passerby remarked, full of pride and admiration.

The arrival of Li Qing made Salas and those law enforcers who had been aggressive feel at a loss. In the Divine Fire Empire, although the Dark Martial Soul Hall was highly intimidating, it paled in comparison to the Martial Soul Hall. A regular Referee Chief at a Judgement Institute at most possessed the power of a Soul Emperor, and in thriving cities like Mengyifei City, the Referee Chief's strength would naturally be higher, with some even on the brink of stepping into a higher soul cultivation threshold. However, compared to the Martial Soul Hall, which boasted nearly a hundred unparalleled powerhouses, what could a Soul Emperor possibly be? Even bringing together all the Referee Chiefs of the Divine Fire Empire might not be enough to contend with the formidable Martial Soul Hall!

And Li Qing, being the most talented soul cultivator of the Martial Soul Hall, was not just an idol to countless soul cultivators and citizens, but also a teacher to many adjudicators and law enforcers of Judgement Institutes! His status had long surpassed that of many high-ranking officials and wealthy merchants in the empire! In front of such a person, it was natural that Salas and others would not dare to act rashly.

"I believe him." Facing the gaze of everyone, Li Qing spoke calmly, "Because on the night of the incident, he was drinking with another young man at the Dark Night Tower, and I was present too."

"The Dark Night Tower?" Salas's eyes widened. The adjudicator, who rarely acted according to others' whims, now found himself stammering, "This kid, at the Dark Night Tower?"

The Dark Night Tower was one of the most upscale restaurants in Mengyifei City, accessible only to high-ranking officials or powerful soul cultivators. This kid, able to drink there? And in the company of Master Li Qing?

The crowd began to murmur, their gazes toward Luo Chen becoming more complex. If what Li Qing said was true, then this boy could never be the murderer. After all, someone who could drink with Master Li Qing at the Dark Night Tower could hardly be a deranged killer.

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