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Chapter 353: Eastern Command, Investigate the World! [10,000 Words] (Part 2)
Chapter 353: Eastern Command, Investigate the World! [10,000 Words] (Part 2)
Even if they were alive, they were nothing more than madmen terrified out of their wits.
A single shout from any child would send them scurrying in fear, no matter the circumstances.
Fang Che spoke indifferently, "I've fought and killed for this continent, not to protect such people. Seeing them makes me feel cheated."
"Perhaps, according to the law and their actions, they don't deserve this, but in front of us Guardians, it's a capital offense!"
"Because people like them make the Guardians who fight and bleed feel disheartened."
"I know there are many like them in the world, but what does it matter?"
Fang Che smiled, revealing his white teeth, "Out of sight, out of mind! Since we've seen it, let's clean it up."
He turned to look at the distant Kan Ke City, which resembled a sacred mountain, and said calmly, "After cleaning up the trash, the world will remain as beautiful as ever."
He stood with his hands behind his back and spoke to the group of guards in front of him, who were still in shock, "Go back and report to your masters. I am Fang Che, from the Defense Hall of White Cloud Island. This time, I'm heading to Kan Ke City, and then I'll be staying in San Chuan City."
Zhao Shanhe shouted angrily, "Fang Che, what are you doing?"
With this angry shout, he finally regained his composure.
Fang Che replied indifferently, "I'm just protecting my wife. Commander Zhao, I can't just stand by while my wife is being harassed, can I?"
Zhao Shanhe sighed.
He understood.
Fang Che was determined to make a big deal out of this matter.
And what Fang Che wanted to do was exactly what he had just said.
"Just clean it up."
None of them expected Fang Che to have such an extreme and fiery temperament.
But soon after, An Ruoxing, Wang Zifang, and Yan Sen all sighed.
If Fang Che wasn't like this, how could he even argue with Zhao Shanhe?
"Fang Che, you're being impulsive. A wastrel youth doesn't represent the entire family as being bad people."
An Ruoxing sighed and advised, "You'll make countless enemies."
Fang Che smiled faintly, holding Ye Meng's hand, and walked slowly towards the group ahead.
He walked straight towards the crowd.
Wherever he passed, everyone stepped aside as if they had seen a malevolent ghost.
Fang Che chuckled softly and hummed.
"Heaven, I'm not afraid; Earth, I'm not afraid; Life, I'm not afraid; Death, I'm not afraid! Guardians, I'm not afraid; Only Righteous Sect, I'm still not afraid!"
Behind him.
An Ruoxing sighed and said to Shen Laotou, "How did you raise him to have such a temper... Why don't you advise him to change?"
Shen Laotou angrily said, "His wife was harassed, what else do you want from him? If you're so magnanimous, why don't you bring Zhao Shanhe's wife over for me to harass?"
Zhao Shanhe's face turned black in an instant.
I didn't even say anything, did I?
How dare you bring this up to me?
He flung his sleeves and followed after Fang Che and Ye Meng.
The rest of the group also hurried after them.
An Ruoxing stayed at the back and said to the guards, "I advise you not to seek revenge. Go back and tell Zhu Yuntian that my name is An Ruoxing!"
He immediately followed after them.
...
San Chuan City.
San Chuan Pavilion.
Seven people sat at a table, silently agreeing not to mention the previous incident.
They were just a few wastrel youths who bullied men and women, not worth mentioning. Even if their families came looking for them, they were still insignificant in the eyes of the group.
In fact, if their families did come, they might face an even worse fate.
"Why is this place called San Chuan City?"
"Originally, this place was where the three great rivers of the continent converged. The Qin River flows from north to south, the Ning River from northeast to southwest, and the Han River from northwest to southeast... The three rivers meet here, and this is where the plum blossom is located. That's why the city was built and named San Chuan."
"Over thousands of years, San Chuan City's population has grown, and it has become increasingly prosperous. Gradually, it has become one of the top three cities on the continent."
An Ruoxing tapped the ground with his foot and laughed, "The land beneath us is very peculiar. If we dig down from here, into the deeper layers of the earth, we'll find that the soil is all different."
"Some are from north to south, some from northwest to southeast, and some from northeast to southwest. If we dig to where they converge, the soil is infinitely twisted."
"But no matter how twisted, the soil of the three rivers can never merge!"
An Ruoxing said, "This is San Chuan."
Shen Laotou nodded, "It's said that some of the soil underground has turned into jade, and those who mine it can make various small objects to sell. Some can even dig up three-colored mud jade, which is very exquisite. Although it's not of interest to cultivators, for ordinary people, playing with and absorbing its energy can be beneficial."
"I see."
The waiter nearby overheard and smiled, "Our shop has San Chuan jade. If you're interested, feel free to choose a piece to play with."
Shen Laotou said, "Do I look like a rich man?"
The waiter bowed and said, "My apologies, sir."
Everyone laughed.
Fang Che asked Ye Meng, "How about it? Do you want to go and take a look?"
Ye Meng pursed her lips, "Let's focus on the important matters first."
She then lowered her voice and said, "You scared so many people outside the city. This is their territory, and someone will definitely come to cause trouble. We should be careful."
Fang Che whispered, "What should we do? Should we leave those people alone?"
Night Meng's slightly chubby face showed a look of anger. As a woman, she detested those playboys even more. Especially when she thought about how skilled they were at such actions, so unscrupulous, clearly indicating they did this frequently.
She could only imagine how many couples they had bullied and torn apart, feeling a deep sense of empathy.
She said, "These people are clearly habitual offenders, and they've even succeeded before. Otherwise, they wouldn't be so smooth and unscrupulous. I'm sure they're not good people in their daily lives. Sir, you did the right thing."
"For women, the most terrifying thing is not demons or peak experts. Death is just death, not a big deal. But what they fear most is this kind of scum. Because once encountered, even a clean death... is impossible."
"So I showed no mercy at all."
Fang Che said calmly, "And I want to cut off the roots."
"Perhaps not. Their families won't come for revenge."
Night Meng saw through it clearly: "Commander An reported his name before leaving. As long as they're not fools, they will inquire. Once they learn it was the deputy commander of the Southeast Headquarters of the Sentinels, even in Three Rivers City, few families would dare to seek revenge."
Fang Che snorted, "What a pity, I can't do it myself!"
Night Meng was a bit puzzled.
What does he mean by 'can't do it myself'?
...
Headquarters.
The top candidate for the Southeast Headquarters had already been reported.
Dong Fang Sansan had already reviewed the list.
His face was calm, showing no expression.
But inside, he felt relieved, his heart finally at ease.
Fang Che had indeed secured the qualification.
That was great!
Next, he needed to prepare a true gift for Yan Nan. Thinking about his arrangements and Fang Che's efforts, everything seemed to be moving in the right direction, and Dong Fang Sansan's mood improved.
When he was in a good mood, he had the habit of taking a stroll in the Guardian Hall.
And the people in the Guardian Hall also looked forward to seeing him stroll around.
Ninth Lord was too exhausted.
Bearing the world on his shoulders, carrying the universe on his back.
Every time he was seen strolling around in a good mood, everyone felt genuinely happy.
They wished he would come out and stroll every day.
This area was the domain of the Sentinels, and the security for the genius competition in Rocky City was much stricter than before.
Intelligence reports flew in like snowflakes.
T
Some unimportant ones were handled on the spot, while others that were uncertain were passed to superiors.
Various intelligence reports flew back and forth, and everything was handled swiftly and efficiently.
"Something happened in the southeast. Ten young masters from noble families were yelled into idiocy, including members of the Zhu, Liu, and Yin families."
A female officer sorting through intelligence from the southeast exclaimed in surprise.
Her eyes couldn't help but look around.
Because the patriarchs of these three families were currently serving in the Sentinel Headquarters.
"Hmm?"
Dong Fang Sansan, who was strolling with his hands behind his back, immediately turned his head.
Yelled into idiocy?
Dong Fang Sansan immediately thought of Xue Wanshi, and the news came from the southeast... His heart stirred.
As soon as he turned his head, the entire hall fell silent: Ninth Lord noticed something?
"Something happened in the southeast? What is it?"
Dong Fang Sansan asked.
"It's like this, it's a funny incident."
The female officer clearly thought it was a joke, and if she could make Ninth Lord laugh, it would be a great achievement.
"Just now, on the way to the Southeast Headquarters, Chief Commander Zhao Shanhe and Deputy Commander An Ruoxing were leading the selected candidates. Since Wang Rank first place Fang Che brought his newlywed wife, who was particularly beautiful, they encountered a few playboys from the Zhu and Liu families outside Three Rivers City. Seeing Fang Che's wife was beautiful, they tried to flirt with her. But this Fang Che is not someone to be trifled with; he actually yelled and turned ten young masters into idiots. Haha, it really is a fitting punishment."
As Dong Fang Sansan listened, his brows furrowed tightly.
By the end, his face turned dark.
The entire hall was deathly silent. Was Ninth Lord angry?
Dong Fang Sansan's gaze turned cold.
Night Meng was flirted with?
This is really... She has given everything to serve the continent, and yet playboys dared to flirt with her wife? And it happened right under Rocky City?
Dong Fang Sansan took a deep breath.
With a serious face, he asked, "What else is in the report?"
"There's another part."
"What part?"
"After yelling, Fang Che also reported his name to the remaining people. He said his name is Fang Che, from the White Cloud Pavilion of the Guardian Headquarters."
"And he also said: ... I risk my life, not to protect such people ... If I find them, I will clean them up. ..."
The report was very detailed, perfectly replicating the situation at the time.
Clearly, the person reporting the news was emotionally inclined towards Fang Che.
Dong Fang Sansan sighed lightly, "Risking one's life, not to protect such people. That's a good statement."
He took the report and glanced at it, sighing again, "The interior is filled with debauchery, while the frontier is filled with blood and fire; there are so many scoundrels, it is a disgrace to the loyal Souls. I, Dong Fang Sansan, have failed in my duties."
Failed!
Hearing this, everyone's hair stood on end.
The entire hall was deathly silent.
"For so many years, all my thoughts have been focused on external enemies, neglecting the interior."
Dong Fang Sansan's brows Furrowed, "Especially the Continental Aristocratic Families, I have not been strict enough. If this continues, the foundation will be corrupted. Preventing small issues from growing into major ones, starting from the grassroots, is more important than resisting the Only Righteous Sect."
"
With a calm demeanor, he instructed, "Call Zhu Cheng, Liu Ran, and Yin Su."
These were the only three families mentioned in the records.
Before long, the three hurried over, their faces filled with trepidation. Confused and overwhelmed, they saw the entire hall filled with people staring at them, and their hearts sank further. "Lord Ninth," they said, their voices trembling.
Dongfang Sansan spoke in a composed tone, "I've just received some news regarding your three families and a few others."
Cold sweat began to trickle down the foreheads of the three.
The calmer Dongfang Sansan's tone, the angrier she was.
They thought about how, after so many years at the headquarters, they had never had the opportunity to meet Dongfang Sansan alone. Now, they were being summoned individually because of this matter.
Their legs felt weak.
What had their families done?
Could it be that Lord Ninth was so angry that he specifically called them here?
I haven't even entered my ancestors' graves, and now they're being disturbed?
"Please, Lord Ninth, give us your reprimand," they pleaded.
"There's nothing to reprimand you for. It seems your family has suffered some losses," Dongfang Sansan said calmly.
She asked in a detached manner, "Several of your family members went out and harassed and flirted with other men's wives. As a result, they were yelled at and turned into idiots. Do you think I need to personally seek justice for your family?"
Everyone present shuddered in fear.
Lord Ninth was so enraged that he was speaking sarcastically...
Zhu Cheng and the other two were already so scared that their eyes were clouded with fear.
Harassing and flirting with other men's wives...
Turned into idiots...
Their faces turned ashen, and sweat poured down like a small river. They knelt with a thud, pleading, "Please, Lord Ninth, we will return immediately and punish them severely!"
Dongfang Sansan spoke gently, "Go back and see what state your family is in. If you need help, you can find Rui Qianshan."
"Yes, yes, we will return and strictly rectify the situation."
The three were drenched in sweat, their hearts trembling.
After so many years, they had never seen Dongfang Sansan so furious.
Moreover, this time, she completely disregarded any concern for face and directly reprimanded them in front of everyone in the Guardian Hall.
This was a grave breach of protocol!
The three individuals, who had never experienced such a 'privilege' in hundreds of years, were now in a state of confusion.
Dongfang Sansan's voice slowly echoed, "On this continent, countless guardians and sentinels sacrifice their lives, fight, and bleed to maintain peace in the rear.
"They can't even sit down and have a peaceful meal with their families. It's rare for them to reunite with their families for a few days in a hundred years."
"Those who come to the headquarters today are here for the selection. What is the purpose of this selection? To fight against the Only Righteous Sect! Who are they? They are our heroes."
"We cannot ensure the safety of every hero, nor can we prevent their deaths. But if their wives, the very people they are desperately protecting, are casually harassed... then what meaning is left in their sacrifices?"
"Zhu Cheng, you three, tell me. The heroes are fighting to protect your families, establishing families in Three Rivers City, ensuring peace and prosperity for generations. Yet, your descendants go and humiliate the heroes' wives."
"How could your family education be so exemplary?"
Dongfang Sansan's face turned frosty, and she left with a flick of her sleeve.
Half an hour later, the three were still kneeling on the ground, unable to stand up. Someone came over to support them, only to find that their bodies had gone limp.
The chief officer of the Guardian Hall bellowed, "Support them? Throw them out!"
The three were just about to be expelled from the hall.
Then, from inside the hall, a command was issued, "Lord Ninth has ordered a thorough investigation of all aristocratic families on the continent, from the second to the ninth level. No leniency will be shown, and the investigation will be rigorous and thorough!"
"The specific regulations are as follows:..."
The three trembled on the steps, their faces filled with fear and anger.
"What did those little brats do?"
"Let's hurry back and investigate... This is a big deal now.
"Those who need to be killed should be killed, and those who need to be disciplined should be disciplined quickly. Perhaps there's still some hope."
"Lord Ninth, even in his rage, did not mention disbanding the family, showing some consideration..."
"Yes, yes, let's hurry."
The three, overwhelmed with fear, quickly flew back towards their families.
Along the way, their fear and anger intensified. After so many generations of effort, their families had finally reached their current status, but a single profligate youth, unable to control himself, had ruined everything!
When they thought about Lord Ninth's words, 'If you need help, find Rui Qianshan,' a chill ran through their hearts.
Could Rui Qianshan help?
He could only help them kill everyone, nothing else...
...
Fang Che and the others quietly finished their meal, and indeed, no one disturbed them.
Even Elder Shen and Zhao Shanhe felt that something was amiss.
Could it be that the name An Ruoxing was so useful?
Just by announcing his name, everything was settled?
Even An Ruoxing himself didn't believe this.
His reputation might hold some weight in the southeast, but here, it didn't have much of an intimidating effect.
Could it be that the families around the Guardian Headquarters were so easy to deal with? Were they all so understanding?
After the meal, the atmosphere in Three Rivers City seemed different from before.
A team dressed in Sentinel uniforms was running with solemnity, and officials from the government were also present.
As they approached, they saw a notice:
"Eastern Order! From this day forward, a thorough investigation of all aristocratic families will be conducted!"
"Especially for the following ten charges, and any discovered violations will be dealt with severely and rigorously, without exception!"
Eastern Order!
Thanks to Bai Yi Yudie, the 59th Alliance of the Long Night Monarch.
(End of Chapter)
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