Chapter 286: Sword Wielder Overseer
Chapter 286: Sword Wielder Overseer
The New Year Guardian's Gate Entry Technique, who wouldn't want it?
But even the Cave Li Clan, with their exceptional skills, couldn't find a way to obtain it.
They had also mentioned that this Gate Entry Technique required a lineage, and the Li Clan might occasionally obtain it from the dead in Anzhou, but they dared not pass it on. Once it was passed on, they might offend those within the New Year Guardian's Dao.
In the end, they could only teach him a few special skills, and he had to figure out the Gate Entry Technique himself.
How could he possibly figure it out?
The solution was simple: find a master who had entered the mansion and apprentice under them, serving them well until they were willing to teach.
It was like walking the old path of the Qing Shi Town Manor again.
Of course, compared to entering a sect, the Gate Entry Technique was even more challenging, as the two were not on the same level.
Hu Ma had come out this time hoping to solve this problem, but the closer he got, the more he realized it wasn't as simple as he had thought. He hadn't planned to bring it up proactively, but when the Red Wine Miss mentioned it, he became excited and asked, "Could it be that Senior has the New Year Guardian's Gate Entry Technique?"
"..."
The Red Wine Miss slightly furrowed her brows upon hearing this and smiled, "I'm from the Puppetry Guild, how could I possibly have the New Year Guardian's Gate Entry Technique?"
"?"
Hu Ma was momentarily confused by her straightforward response.
"But it doesn't matter if we have it or not, we can just take it!"
The Red Wine Miss looked at him and suddenly laughed, lowering her voice, "Killing and looting, isn't that what we Reincarnates excel at?"
"Holy..."
Hu Ma's heart skipped a beat. Could it be done this way?
After a brief pause, he hurriedly asked, "Who should we kill?"
The Red Wine Miss slowly replied, "Someone who, if you don't kill him, will surely kill you. The leader of the Southern Peace Beggar Gang, Ji Tang!"
"Beggar Gang?"
This answer truly surprised Hu Ma.
"Hehe, that's the one."
The Red Wine Miss spoke calmly, "Don't forget, you were able to find me for help because you killed those few monsters on the Southern Peace Road, like Cui Gan's Daughter, the Bone Whip, and Artisan Li..."
"They were all elders or revered figures of the Beggar Gang, and they were his capable subordinates who made money for him. The gang relies on its members to get things done. You silently eliminated them all, how could he let it go?"
"..."
These words reminded Hu Ma, and he frowned slightly, "Normally, he wouldn't dare, but now I've sent Fragrant Jade Miss back..."
After a brief pause, he continued, "Would he dare to offend the Cave Li Clan?"
"What does the Cave Li Clan have to do with you?"
The Red Wine Miss smiled faintly, "Don't think this world is so simple, no one is a fool."
"If you become the Cave Li Clan's son-in-law and stay in Great Stone Cliff, he might swallow his anger and never bother you again."
"But if you leave and take the generous gifts from the Li Clan with you, and then pass through the Southern Peace Road on your way back, do you think he'll let you go?"
"Moreover, after this trip, everyone will understand."
"The Cave Li Clan's abilities are indeed remarkable, and no one dares to offend them. But their miss was lost, and you sent her back all the way, without anyone from the Cave Li Clan even leaving Ling Shou Prefecture to meet her..."
"Doesn't this imply that the Li Clan rarely leaves their territory?"
"..."
The Red Wine Miss paused and smiled faintly, "Even the Wulin figures in Anzhou now know that you carry valuable items. They smile on the surface, but many have ulterior motives. How much more so for the Beggar Gang?"
"Now that so many of his men have died, he has offended the Li Clan in name, and he probably won't dare to stay in the Southern Peace Road anymore."
"Based on my understanding of him, he'll definitely find a way to deal with you and then fly away."
"..."
Hu Ma pondered the Red Wine Miss's conjectures and sighed softly, "Senior, you know them well?"
"I've been investigating them because I wanted to eliminate the Beggar Gang."
The Red Wine Miss calmly stated, "As far as I know, the leader of the Beggar Gang, Ji Tang, should be in his forties. Regarding the New Year Guardian's Dao, he has rarely shown himself for almost two years, leaving the gang's affairs to his subordinates."
"I guess he's hiding to learn the Gate Entry Technique. After you left the Southern Peace Road, I also heard some rumors. Many outsiders have appeared in Anzhou City, inquiring about information. They must be sent by him to gather intelligence."
"This also indicates that he has made plans for the next step."
"..."
"The Beggar Gang has already sent people to gather information?"
They were indeed quick.
Of course, their speed also implied that someone was pulling the strings behind the scenes.
But after hearing this, a very surprising thought popped into his mind: "The leader of the Beggar Gang..."
"Is actually a New Year Guardian?"
"..."
"Hehe, different groups have different ways," Miss Red Wine explained to Hu Ma. "These gangs, including the Blood Feast Gang, are formed for mutual benefit and survival. So, these martial world factions are diverse and inclusive. It's all about who has the skills and who rises to the top."
"However, since most of the Beggar Sect members are from the Deception Sect, and they initially learned some of our Deception Sect's unique skills, the martial world generally agrees that the Beggar Sect's affairs should be handled by our Deception Sect."
"I wanted to get rid of him earlier, but he had been hiding, and I wasn't sure if I could find him. That's why it took so long, and it wasn't entirely for raising livestock."
"..."
At this moment, Hu Ma finally understood why Burned Blade was so delighted when he heard that Hu Ma had encountered those demons from Southern Peace. Miss Red Wine's words weren't just a casual act; she had genuinely wanted to get rid of those demons from Southern Peace all along...
But as this realization sank in, another curious question surfaced: "Miss Red Wine, you mentioned earlier..."
"..."
"Of course."
Miss Red Wine smiled faintly and said, "Didn't I just tell you? Sword Wielder Inquiry, Reasoning and Distribution, the Four Great Hall Officials maintain order in the martial world."
"Among them, Sword Wielder Execution, Inquiry and Mediation, Reasoning for the Injured, and Distribution and Record-keeping."
"As for me, I am the Sword Wielder Overseer of the Deception Sect, responsible for purifying the sect. Within the territories of the Anzhou government offices, anyone who causes trouble using the skills of the Deception Sect, I will go and question them. Whether it's killing or beastcraft, it's just a matter of a single thought."
"And if I kill someone, no one will interfere, be it the government or influential figures in the martial world."
"..."
"So, you're specialized in handling sect affairs?"
Hu Ma was increasingly astonished. He had already noticed that Miss Red Wine had made a name for herself in the Anzhou region, but he never imagined that she had already achieved such a title.
"Hehe, this Sword Wielder Overseer identity is quite useful in many places," Miss Red Wine said, but then she sighed softly. "It's just a pity that the reincarnates are all hiding."
"Becoming a Sword Wielder Overseer means entering the Ten Clans' radar. They wouldn't dare take such a risk."
"But I'm different. I can't stand these things, and whether I have this identity or not, I would still get rid of those demons. However, if I didn't take on this duty, my beastcraft killing methods would have already attracted the attention of the martial world figures."
"..."
Upon careful consideration, everything seemed reasonable.
Hu Ma then recalled the group of bandits from the Lady's Egg Mountain they encountered on their journey—they were all slaughtered.
Could they have been killed by a Sword Wielder from a sect?
He didn't know which sect was responsible for this deed.
Hu Ma sighed softly and said to Miss Red Wine, "So, your plan is for me to help lure out the biggest demon in Southern Peace, the leader of the Beggar Sect, Ji Tang, and then get rid of him. After that, we can extract the New Year Guardian's inheritance from him?"
"Exactly."
Miss Red Wine smiled faintly and said, "This person can enter the government offices, so he must have an inheritance."
"The New Year Guardian, in order to enter the government offices, only has two choices."
"Either become a disciple or steal the technique."
"If he becomes a disciple, he'll be under someone's control and waste time. If he steals the technique, he'll have to be cautious about the sect members seeking justice."
"However, the leader of the Beggar Sect is a rare opportunity. He's committed numerous evil deeds and deserves death. By stealing his technique, no one will dare to question it. Even if someone does, a single sentence will be enough to shut them down."
"If he's your disciple, why didn't you appear when he was causing trouble in Southern Peace?"
"So, by stealing his technique from him, you not only avoid a huge hassle but also gain a good reputation..."
"..."
"Absolutely!"
Hu Ma pondered this carefully, and his heart couldn't help but race with excitement.
But at this moment, another thought crossed his mind. He took a deep breath and looked at Miss Red Wine, saying, "For me, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but I'm also curious..."
"Why are you helping me so much?"
"..."
"Hmm?"
Upon hearing this, Miss Red Wine turned to look at Hu Ma. After a brief pause, she smiled and said, "I am helping you, but not entirely for your sake..."
"I've been a Sword Wielder Overseer for several years now, and I've done a good job. But I'm not content with just that."
"Besides getting rid of Ji Tang and obtaining the inheritance, I also want to uproot the Beggar Sect. It will be a merit for me. With this merit and the connection with the Cave Li Clan, not only can I aim for the position of Overseer, but I can also strive for the Sword Wielder's position..."
"..."
"Ah?"
Hu Ma was truly impressed. Miss Red Wine was already a Sword Wielder Overseer, and now she wanted to climb even higher?
If she succeeded, she would be even closer to the Ten Clans.
(End of Chapter)
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