The Melon-eating Swordsman In The Ancient Dragon World Chapter 191: The Manual of Flower Compassion Proves Useful - Novel Cool

Chapter 191: The Manual of Flower Compassion Proves Useful

Chapter 191: The Manual of Flower Compassion Proves Useful

How did he get involved with the Twelve Zodiac Masters?

This was the only thing that intrigued Jiang Feng, including the original story. In the novel, the original body instructed Jiang Qin to sell off the family assets and then go to welcome Yan Nantian. However, he secretly contacted the Twelve Zodiac Masters, asking them to block the original body's path.

Once the original body died, the Jiang family would fall apart. Jiang Qin would no longer be the family's servant but a free man. With his innate talent for martial arts, his future potential was limitless.

So...

Jiang Feng's eyes flickered with suspicion. He wondered if the original body's first assassination attempt, which left him badly injured, was also orchestrated by the Twelve Zodiac Masters.

The novel didn't mention who the assailant was during the original body's first escape. But judging from how the original body ran into a chicken and a pig and immediately turned to flee, it was possible that the Twelve Zodiac Masters were involved even then.

Jiang Feng glanced at Jiang Qin. As the saying goes, snakes have their own paths, and rats have theirs. Unexpectedly, Jiang Qin had managed to connect with the Twelve Zodiac Masters right under his nose.

It seemed that Jiang Qin had seized the opportunity given to him. He was taking another step towards the gates of hell, and Jiang Feng couldn't help but feel pleased.

So Jiang Feng laughed heartily, "Good! What a brilliant strategy—a covert operation combined with a deception so clever it fools even the heavens! If the Twelve Zodiac Masters can still find me, I'll truly be impressed!"

"Young Master, there's no need for you to take such risks personally. At most, we'll just offer more money. Money can make ghosts push grindstones; I don't believe those wandering the martial world would turn down this business." Jiang Ping advised.

Jiang Ping had been in business with Jiang Feng's father for decades; he was a pure businessman who never resorted to force but instead relied on money. That was why he strongly opposed Jiang Feng personally escorting this batch of red cargo.

In his opinion, the Jiang family had immense wealth, and there was no need to take such risks personally.

Of course, he also had no idea that Jiang Feng's martial arts had already reached an extraordinary level... or perhaps most people in the martial world were unaware, thinking that Jiang Feng's fame was merely due to his connection with Yan Nantian and his handsome face.

"It's fine. My decision is made, and it's been a few years since I last saw Brother Wu. It's a good opportunity to meet him, and there's no harm in that." Jiang Feng waved his hand and said, "Moreover, I have another matter to attend to in Shu Zhong."

"What matter?" Jiang Qin asked curiously.

Jiang Feng smiled slightly, "Of course, it's to go to Emei Mountain to see the monkeys!"

Jiang Qin: ???

"How much red cargo is there?" Jiang Feng asked.

"There's a bag of pearls as big as longans, as well as several flawless white jade tablets. The value is high, but the items aren't bulky. It's just a two-foot-wide box." Jiang Ping replied.

"Then it's convenient to carry, and it's as if fate is telling me to make this trip."

Jiang Feng laughed happily, and Jiang Qin also smiled brightly. Only Jiang Ping remained worried, but since Jiang Feng had already given his orders, he couldn't persuade him further as a subordinate.

"In that case, I'll contact two more escort agencies to divert attention. It won't cost much silver." Jiang Ping said, "Also, it's best if you don't set off with those escorts. Wait a day or two longer; otherwise, it will be easy for people to see through the plan."

Jiang Feng raised his thumb, "Having an elderly person in the family is like having a treasure. Your carefulness is indeed valuable."

It's a pity that no matter how careful you are, it won't help if the insider spy is right beside me!

So, Jiang Ping went to contact the escort agencies. He found five agencies in the Jingzhou area and presented them with a box, claiming that it was one-fifth of the red cargo, to be delivered to Wu's family in Shu Zhong.

Hearing that there were four other agencies involved, each delivering only one-fifth of the cargo, and that they would take different routes, greatly increasing their chances of success, the escort agencies became enthusiastic.

It was common knowledge that the Twelve Zodiac Masters rarely acted together. Only two or three of them had appeared in Yunhan this time. If they were lucky, these escorts could safely deliver the cargo.

With reduced risk and increased rewards, they naturally accepted the job.

The next day, as the heads and masters of the five escort agencies set off, either under the cover of midnight or during the afternoon, a horse-drawn carriage quietly exited through the back door of the Jiang family residence. It left Jingzhou through the north gate and took a roundabout route before finally heading west on the official road.

Jiang Feng nodded, "Your strategy is indeed impressive."

"It's all thanks to your guidance, Young Master. You taught me how to read and write, and you've shown me the ways of business. That's why I could come up with these ideas. Your kindness is like a mountain to me, and I'm content to repay you by offering some advice," Jiang Qin said sincerely.

Jiang Qin's expression was one of utmost earnestness, and if it weren't for Jiang Feng's knowledge of the original plot, he would never have been able to see through Jiang Qin's true nature.

Indeed, there's always someone more cunning; compared to Jiang Qin, Long Xiaoyun and Long Xiaoyun were amateurs! Jiang Feng couldn't help but wonder how far Jiang Qin could have climbed if he had been in the modern world.

But one thing was certain—here, his journey was coming to an end.

"However, the Twelve Zodiac Masters are notorious robbers with formidable martial arts skills and treacherous minds. While our strategy is good, it may not be enough to fool them," Jiang Feng said, stroking his chin.

"We should consider what to do if they really block our path," he added.

Jiang Qin's heart skipped a beat, and he glanced out the window before asking, "Really? But we hired five escort agencies to accompany us."

"It's always wise to plan for the worst-case scenario," Jiang Feng laughed, "You've learned that, haven't you?"

"Yes," Jiang Qin nodded.

"Then let me test you," Jiang Feng said. "Since you've employed the strategies of 'sneaking through Chen Cang' and 'crossing the sea by deceiving the sky,' what would you do if we actually encountered the Twelve Zodiac Masters blocking our path?"

Jiang Qin blinked, "Give them what they want?"

"Out of the question!" Jiang Feng laughed, "Try again."

"Fight them?" Jiang Qin asked.

"How?" Jiang Feng inquired.

Jiang Qin's eyes flickered as he thought, "Well, if it comes to a direct confrontation, what can we do? Your martial arts and mine are not weak, but we may not be a match for the Twelve Zodiac Masters. So, we still need to use strategies, right?"

"Yes," Jiang Qin nodded.

"And my martial arts are a bit better than yours, aren't they? At least I've demonstrated my skills publicly, while you haven't had to use yours outside," Jiang Feng said.

"Yes," Jiang Qin nodded again, adding, "How could a mere servant compare to you, Young Master?"

"So, they'll focus their attention on me, and if I refuse to give in, they'll make a move against me, right?" Jiang Feng asked.

Jiang Qin could only nod again.

"In that case, why don't we switch identities?" Jiang Feng suggested with a smile. "You wear my clothes and pretend to be me, while I wear yours and pretend to be you. When they attack you, I'll strike from behind, taking them by surprise, and we'll have the upper hand!"

Jiang Qin was left speechless, his eyes darting around. Then, he quickly said, "But, Young Master, with your handsome features, how could they possibly mistake me for you?"

Jiang Feng smiled as he took out two thin leather masks, "Don't worry, I'm prepared. These are human skin masks made by a master of disguise. Once we put them on, even our closest relatives wouldn't be able to tell us apart."

Jiang Feng looked at Jiang Qin, his smile warm and sincere, "Rest assured, I'll protect you from behind, and I won't let you get hurt!"

Jiang Qin: 〣(Δ)

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(A little insider info for you all: There's a new book by an author who used to hang around here, titled 'Tokyo, Starting from the Laundry House Wife.' This author just can't help but stir things up. Every time they write a book, they go wild and end up getting reported and heavily edited. So, if you want to read the uncensored version, you better hurry before it gets shelved and loses its flavor...)

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