Chapter 223: This is an Order!
Chapter 223: This is an Order!
"Hmm, your guess does make sense. I'll have someone look into this matter later. If it's proven to be the doing of Gale Martial Arts Academy, I'll warn them and have them call off the pursuit against you."
Bing Li nodded.
"Good, then I'll leave it to you, Brother Bing Li."
Jiang Cheng heaved a sigh of relief and smiled bitterly, "In the next few days, I plan to find a place to lay low. If I stay in the headquarters, I'll definitely be targeted by that traitor again, and they'll send more people to hunt me down."
"No, in the next few days, you must come to headquarters."
Bing Li suddenly spoke, his tone carrying an unquestionable authority.
"?"
Jiang Cheng was taken aback upon hearing these words.
"Canghai, I understand your concerns. It's true that Bloodhand Society is after you, but this is also a good opportunity to get rid of the traitor."
Bing Li looked into Jiang Cheng's eyes.
"As long as you show up at headquarters, that traitor will definitely slip up, and I'll have a chance to catch him. We'll find out who hired Bloodhand Society to kill you, and the truth will be revealed without the need for a widespread search."
"But..."
Jiang Cheng wanted to say that the one who hired them was obviously Gale Martial Arts Academy.
Moreover, wouldn't this be using him as bait? This time, either the other party had underestimated his strength, or the traitor within the society had underestimated his capabilities, leading to Bloodhand Society only sending a Tier 3 Force Samurai.
But with the death of the assassin, they would surely realize something was amiss, and the next one they sent might be a Tier 5.
If even that couldn't kill him, then the next one would be a Tier 6 or even a Tier 7?
"There are no buts."
Bing Li interrupted Jiang Cheng with a stern face.
"This is an order, there's no room for negotiation."
A sense of pressure washed over him.
"Canghai, don't overthink it. We won't let you go to your death."
One of the men who had followed them said, "We'll split into two teams. Besides searching for the traitor, we'll also have people protecting you from behind, helping to block Bloodhand Society's assassins."
"Yes, Canghai, getting rid of the traitor is a good thing for both you and Dawn Society. If others find out, they'll genuinely thank you from the bottom of their hearts."
"Brother Bing Li's order might sound harsh, but this is a special mission, and no one in the society can refuse such tasks."
The three of them took turns speaking.
There were words of comfort, persuasion, and warning.
Jiang Cheng took a deep breath.
He knew he had no right to refuse.
He also understood why, after hearing his request, Bing Li didn't immediately agree but instead said he would investigate first.
Perhaps the latter also had his suspicions, and this matter was most likely instigated by Gale Martial Arts Academy.
Warning the other party in the name of Dawn Society would make them dare not defy, unless the latter was willing to take the risk.
But if they did so, Bloodhand Society's pursuit would also stop, and the traitor would once again lie dormant.
Therefore, he had to come out and act as the bait.
"Canghai, since you're new, I can give you a night to think it over," Bing Li slowly spoke. "I hope tomorrow morning you'll give me the answer I want to hear."
"There's no need, Brother Bing Li."
Jiang Cheng took a deep breath, "Since it's a special mission for the society, I naturally won't refuse. With the traitor eliminated, I won't have to worry about being followed when I go out, and the pursuit order can also be lifted soon."
The other three exchanged glances upon hearing these words.
The new recruit was smart enough to know when to back down. Otherwise, things could've gotten ugly, and no one would've come out of it looking good.
Bing Li's expression softened slightly.
"It's just that, Big Brother Bing Li, the Vajra Talisman I received earlier is almost depleted after the recent battle. If I encounter even stronger enemies in the future, can I get another Vajra Talisman or a more powerful defensive talisman from you as a precaution?"
"Of course, that's no problem."
Bing Li knew he couldn't push the man too hard.
Moreover, he highly valued Jiang Cheng's potential.
"Tomorrow morning, come directly to the headquarters to collect a Vajra Talisman from me."
"Great, thank you, Big Brother Bing Li."
Jiang Cheng put on a relieved expression.
But deep down, he felt disappointed.
He had no choice but to try and get some benefits, and all he got was a single Vajra Talisman.
If he had a choice, he wouldn't want to be this bait.
But there was no 'if'.
"Alright, you've worked hard tonight. Go back and rest early. Don't worry, with us here, the Bloodhand Society won't be able to harm you." Bing Li patted Jiang Cheng's shoulder with a smile.
Jiang Cheng smiled and bid farewell to the group before leaving.
After he was out of sight, someone spoke up, "Bing Li, should we send someone to keep an eye on him? What if he runs away with his family tonight?"
"Yeah, Bing Li, he doesn't seem too willing. He might say one thing and do another."
"There's no need."
Bing Li chuckled.
"Even if he could run, where could he possibly go? It's just a matter of time before we find him."
"True."
The group exchanged glances and laughed.
They didn't really want to send Jiang Cheng to his death.
They just wanted to find the traitor within their ranks.
Of course, they would also try to protect Jiang Cheng, but if something happened to him, there was nothing they could do. A Second Rank Primordial Energy Warrior dying was just that.
After all, even with talent, it takes a long time to grow and mature.
...
On his way back, Jiang Cheng didn't sense anyone watching him from behind.
But he couldn't be sure there was no one there.
It was even possible that someone from the Dawn Society was tailing him.
So, he dared not show his emotions.
In his heart, there was only one thought: become stronger!
Strong enough that no one could force him to do something against his will.
When he returned home, it was already past seven.
His family was waiting in the living room, and upon seeing Jiang Cheng, the faces of the elder, Chen Sao, and Lin Yue lit up with smiles.
"Little Cheng, why are you coming back so late today? Did something happen on the way?" Chen Sao asked with concern.
"I had some work to finish, so I stayed a bit late. Chen Sao, have you eaten yet?"
Jiang Cheng looked at the empty dining table.
"Not yet. We were waiting for you to eat together, right?" Chen Sao smiled and said, "Wait for me, I'll bring the food right away."
"Yes, Brother Jiang Cheng, we specially made your favorite sweet and sour spare ribs!" Lin Yue said proudly.
"Little Cheng, sit down. You must be tired after working all day," the elder said, his eyes filled with tenderness.
"I'm fine."
Jiang Cheng smiled, feeling a warmth in his heart.
Home was indeed a harbor in the storm, and this saying proved true.
However, it all seemed like an illusion.
The Dawn Society had given him a place to stay, and they could take it back, even with interest.
Just like today, how could he dare not agree?
Whether he agreed or not, he had to agree.
(End of Chapter)
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