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Chapter 375: Don't You Have a Conscience? [10,000 words, seeking monthly votes.] (Part 2)
Chapter 375: Don't You Have a Conscience? [10,000 words, seeking monthly votes.] (Part 2)
In other words, the halls operating in the shadows were uprooted.
Then, they pursued those who managed to escape.
The Three Saints Sect suffered the worst fate. One of their hall masters escaped and was chased, running back to the main hall, thus exposing the headquarters.
As a result, the Three Saints Sect faced a fierce attack from the Southeast Headquarters of the Guardians and the Southeast Guardians. Fortunately, the protective formation of the sect held, providing some resistance, but the leader of the Three Saints Sect, Guan Shandu, was in a dire situation and desperately sought help.
The Only Righteous Sect's Southeast Headquarters mobilized to respond, and a fierce battle ensued at the Three Saints Sect's main hall.
At the same time, Guan Shandu led his people to break through the siege, but they were escorted away by the experts of the Only Righteous Sect's Southeast Headquarters, while the Guardians pursued relentlessly.
After the battle, the Three Saints Sect's main hall was destroyed, and those who remained inside, unable to keep up with the fleeing group, became captives of the Guardians.
Those who resisted were all killed.
Over seven thousand martial artists of the Three Saints Sect met their demise.
The Southeast Guardians also suffered numerous casualties.
Three consecutive mountains were almost cut in half from their mid-slopes.
Guan Shandu led the sect's main forces to escape to a backup main hall prepared in advance, but he was filled with rage.
This wave of losses was truly unjust.
The Only Righteous Sect was also furious and launched a counterattack. They mobilized overnight, and the Guardian Palaces of White Snow Island and Snowy Wind City were directly destroyed. All Guardians under the Palace Masters died.
Then, the members of the Only Righteous Sect dispersed and quietly disappeared.
Two Guardian Palaces turned into ruins! On the same night, four factions aligned with the Guardians—the Flying Tiger Gang, Three Mountains Alliance, Merchant Fortress, and Iron Sword Sect—were bloodily purged.
Over two thousand people were killed without a trace.
The Guardian Palace of Blue Wave City also came under attack that night. If not for the sudden appearance of a mysterious masked expert, the Guardian Palace of Blue Wave City would have met the same fate.
Nevertheless, the losses were still significant.
Moreover, the Blue Wave Lake outside Blue Wave City was directly breached, causing a flood downstream, and the city was submerged in three feet of water!
The Only Righteous Sect's counterattack was swift, efficient, and cruel.
The shocking incident shook the entire realm.
Suddenly, the entire southeast region was filled with tension; everyone was on high alert.
In just three days, so many things happened, it was hard to keep up.
The Frostblade Sword dominated the southeast.
In his anger, Zhao Shanhe mobilized the entire southeast region to surround and suppress the Only Righteous Sect, leading to an all-out war.
The great battle in the southeast seemed to escalate, and the situation became more severe by the moment.
Not only martial artists and Guardians but even ordinary people felt the tense atmosphere.
Everyone hurried home before nightfall.
Some who had already prepared underground bunkers slept there, while those without one hurried to dig...
However, most had already prepared bunkers.
After all, in such times, everyone had become adept at taking precautions.
...
During these days, Fang Che, taking advantage of the initial calm, began to vigorously reorganize the branch halls. He worked during the day and transformed into the Starlight Commander at night to assert his authority.
The newly arrived six hundred people endured a cycle of hell and suffering.
Or rather, they spent mornings in hell, afternoons in suffering, evenings in hell again, and early mornings back in suffering...
They were constantly tormented.
After several days of this torture, not only did they lose their demonic aura, but even their human spirit was almost crushed.
They couldn't see any hope, as they had no idea when this inhuman training would end.
The previous group of 164, after escorting a convoy and exhibiting more flaws, were collectively bound to punishment poles upon their return.
The education and training started anew, even more brutal than before!
Tian Wanqing invented a punishment method, sealing one's cultivation and binding them with elastic ropes, hanging them from a tree with their buttocks exposed, and inserting a piece of sharp needles below, coated with an itching medicine.
When hanging motionless, their buttocks would just touch the needles, but the skin would not be pierced—a subtle state.
Tian Wanqing named this punishment "Tian's Itching Pit."
Everyone highly praised this method.
Tian Wanqing even wanted to place an eel in the center, but the others stopped him, feeling it was too much.
"Don't go too far. What if it enters? It's also disgusting. A thick enough cone in the middle is enough! It should be blunt-headed. Who practices Ice Cold Skill? Come and freeze the head."
Then, they asked questions about the Code of Conduct and escort bureau matters in front of the punished.
Those who couldn't answer or were too slow received a whip.
With a struggle, the rope tightened and they fell.
A scream of unknown agony reverberated, echoing for three days...
Those watching on the side turned pale, trembling with fear, yet they couldn't help but laugh...
This method, though not causing disability or death, was purely torturous. Tian Wanqing had studied and mastered such methods.
Everyone praised him for this.
And encouraged him.
Zhao Wushang even rewarded Tian Wanqing with ten Escort Bureau Merit Points, encouraging him to strive for further achievements.
So, Tian Wanqing continued his diligent research, and this young man, who usually appeared harmless with his white clothes and jade flute, indeed had a talent for devising such sinister tactics.
Within a short time, they developed another method.
It was a sight that left the ladies aghast—a flame of moderate size was placed beneath the private area, and then, with the same taut rope, the person was bound face down, ensuring the area was prominently exposed.
This move was called "Tian's Fried Chicken."
There was another technique derived from 'Tian's Fried Chicken,' where one side was grilled over the fire while dog skin plaster was applied. If one answered questions incorrectly three times, the plaster, now melted by the fat, would be stuck to the furry areas.
This was known as 'Tian's Glowing Pig.'
With these three techniques, over six hundred people grew to despise Tian Wanqing with all their hearts! To be so petty and cruel, even the Starlight Commander was impressed, exclaiming that there were hardly any others like them on the entire continent!
Under such earnest urging, the six hundred students, regardless of their studies, learned with astonishing speed.
Their previous bad habits were corrected as if by magic.
Even their basic skills, such as standing, walking, speaking, running, and sweeping, underwent a transformation, becoming meticulous and flawless.
Not to mention, when eating together now, none of these bullies dared to smack their lips!
Moreover, they all developed good hygiene habits, bathing at least twice a day! After one guy was fed Tian's Fried Chicken and Tian's Glowing Pig for having dirt under his nails, everyone became spotlessly clean, radiating a pure and untainted aura.
Then it was time for different groups to take turns going outside the main gate to greet passersby. They had to be friendly and approachable and were required to strike up conversations with people.
If they scared someone away, they were considered 'still fierce and intimidating,' and upon returning, they would start with Tian's Fried Chicken.
During this time, the escort leaders of the Heavenly Escort Bureau received widespread praise from passersby.
So courteous!
So warm and friendly!
They were even more filial than our own sons...
In summary, their mental state and moral character underwent a complete transformation, a rebirth, with immediate and visible improvements!
Despite this, they were still constantly punished!
However, it's worth mentioning that many who had been reformed could now participate in regular escort duties. These 'reformed' individuals, once permitted to leave their original ranks and engage in normal work, would immediately betray their original teams.
They joined the spectators and actively participated in the 'help others reform' endeavor.
This transformation, though brutal, bloody, and inhumane, surprisingly faced no opposition.
Aside from those undergoing punishment feeling pain, everyone else was exuberant.
And as soon as the punishment was lifted, they eagerly joined the cheerful group.
There was no hesitation.
The backstabbing within the ranks was so natural, so effortless, and so smooth.
Because while being beaten, they had already planned how to beat others...
This punishment, which the Starlight Commander believed would be 'difficult and time-consuming,' was completed at a breathtaking speed!
On the second day after the news of the fall of the Southeast Headquarters' Guardian Palaces reached them, the Starlight Commander inspected the Heavenly Escort Bureau. Less than a hundred people were tied to the punishment poles in the backyard, and by afternoon, only about thirty remained.
By evening, the thirty-plus people were collectively released.
The Heavenly Escort Bureau officially became a harmonious family, filled with unity, love, warmth, kindness, friendliness, politeness, law-abiding citizens, and respect for the elderly and care for the young.
Over a thousand gentlemen conducted themselves with dignity, spoke with elegance, maintained impeccable living habits, held themselves to high standards, strictly adhered to laws and regulations, and wholeheartedly supported the bureau's rules.
With the previously suppressed business volume now unleashed, the bureau returned to its grand state, with five to six hundred escort leaders able to embark on escort missions.
Merchants flocked to the bureau, even more enthusiastically than before.
The roads were becoming increasingly unsafe.
Many demonic cult members had been scattered across the mountains, lacking supplies and resorting to robbery, with escort agencies being prime targets.
Other escort agencies had their escorts and leaders killed and their goods looted in the past few days.
The Heavenly Escort Bureau, having reduced their cargo volume, had left many merchants in a difficult situation. Now that they were open for business again, merchants rushed in.
So, the old escort leaders from the headquarters' noble families, accompanied by two new escorts from the One Heart Sect, began their escort missions, mentoring the newcomers.
How prosperous was their business?
By noon, the Heavenly Escort Bureau had sent out over a hundred and seventy groups from the four gates of White Cloud Continent's east, south, west, and north! Their flags fluttering, they marched forward with might.
It was like an army marching, all dressed similarly, with matching flags and escort carts, forming an endless procession.
On this journey, the veteran escorts let the new escorts handle the mission, observing their performance.
Whether they could stand on their own would be judged upon their return.
It was hard to say how many more would end up tied to the punishment poles.
But one thing was certain—it wouldn't be many.
Fang Che finally breathed a sigh of relief.
He had finally turned these guys around. Previously, he had wanted to kill them all, fearing that if they caused chaos in White Cloud Continent, he would feel guilty towards its people.
But now, it seemed they could be of use.
At the very least, they were more efficient at escorting goods than the actual escorts. Usually, which escort leader would dare to execute their subordinates at will?
That would immediately cause the group to disband.
But with us, killing five hundred out of these six hundred was no big deal.
Moreover, their salaries were at our discretion—we could pay or not, and instead of giving money or bonuses, a kind word would make their families overjoyed.
But a new problem arose: Why haven't these headquarters families left yet?
"Has your family not given you the order to return?" Star Commander Zheng Yunqi asked the others.
"Not yet, it's strange," they replied.
"Are you guys not abandoned by your family?" Star Commander scowled, "If you don't scram soon, are you planning to freeload here?"
"..."
Zhao Wushang couldn't help but sigh.
So, we trained so many of you, and now you're complaining about us?
It seems like they've forgotten the old and embraced the new.
What a scumbag you are, Commander!
"It's fine, ask your family what's going on. You've learned so much and are ready to contribute back home..."
Star Commander couldn't stay here any longer.
"Since you're not leaving, watch over the family and be a good second-in-command, Deputy Escort Captain. Keep an eye on the people below and see if there are any useful ones among this new batch. Promote two Deputy Escort Captains for me."
Zheng Yunqi and Zhao Wushang reluctantly agreed.
We still need to find two Deputy Escort Captains to replace us...
Hey, this is a tough job! It's so frustrating!
...
Fang Che turned and headed for the Guardian Palace.
Recently, there had been rumors and everyone was on high alert.
The Guardian Palace of White Cloud Continent was also tense, with all personnel on combat readiness.
When Fang Che returned to the Guardian Palace, he had a pile of tasks awaiting him.
Moreover, Yuan Jingjiang, the Martial Marquis, had been very self-aware and positioned himself as an assistant since Fang Che became the Deputy Hall Master.
Initially, all commands came from his mouth, but after Fang Che's appointment, the most Yuan Jingjiang would say was, "Deputy Hall Master, what do you think?"
Fang Che proposed a solution.
Yuan Jingjiang immediately approved, "Let's do it!"
As a result, the various priests of the Martial Hall mostly reported only when both Fang Che and Yuan Jingjiang were present.
When Fang Che was absent, they would hold off.
After all, what the Hall Master said didn't count... they waited for Fang Che's instructions.
Meanwhile, the two Deputy Hall Masters, Chen Ruhai and Fan Tianjiao, had already led a group to the border mountains to participate in the battle against the four sects.
Song Yi Dao was left to manage everything on his own, keeping him extremely busy.
He had no time for the Martial Hall, so within a few days, Fang Che had turned the Martial Hall into his personal dictatorship.
Consequently, the Martial Hall and the Executor Hall were both under Fang Che's control.
As a result, logistics, finance, merits, and even the canteen naturally followed Fang Che's command.
Fang Che's power in the Guardian Palace of White Cloud Continent suddenly soared, and he became the sole authority.
However, it was undeniable that after Fang Che's reorganization, everything ran much smoother than before.
Especially Fang Che's so-called 'fan-shaped patrol' method significantly enhanced security.
A large group would inspect the area, and half an hour later, another group would follow the same route, then another group, each wave using the central point as an axis to directly oversee the entire White Cloud Continent until they returned to their starting point.
This process repeated endlessly.
Although it increased everyone's workload, it also significantly improved security. Each person felt the entire Guardian Palace backing them up, boosting their confidence.
The patrols continued day and night, and the entire White Cloud Continent became much quieter.
Even the residents felt safer.
After Fang Che arranged the patrols, he headed to the White Cloud Martial Academy.
Upon arrival, he found that Shen Laotou, Li Changkong, Huang Yifan, Lu Jiaoshan, and Meng Chizheng, along with the fifth-year students, had already gone to the mountains to participate in the demon extermination.
The White Cloud Martial Academy seemed much emptier.
As Fang Che walked through the academy, he couldn't help but feel a sense of emotion.
It had been over half a year since he left, and so much had happened during that time, giving him a feeling of being in a different world.
Recalling his time here with Mo Gan Yun and others, the intense fights, and even a feeling of a past life, he couldn't help but feel a sense of desolation.
Remembering that the White Cloud Martial Academy still had an internal traitor who hadn't been caught, Fang Che felt even more desolate.
Fang Qingyun approached, "Why do you have time to come here today? You're such a busy person."
"I came specifically to check on your progress. My uncle asked me to see how you're doing, so here I am."
Fang Che lied without hesitation.
Fang Qingyun was skeptical, "Really?"
"Of course, otherwise, why would I come to this place of sorrow?" Fang Che replied.
"That's true."
Fang Qingyun nodded, "So, how do you plan to check?"
"Of course, by having a fight." Fang Che said enthusiastically.
"Let's do it then."
Fang Qingyun scratched his head, feeling that something was amiss but couldn't quite put his finger on it. He obediently followed his cousin to the small grove.
There, he was thoroughly beaten up.
"Are you done checking?" Fang Che asked.
"Yes."
Fang Che threw two bottles of pills to Fang Qingyun, speaking like an elder, "You need to work hard and make progress!"
He turned and left with a swagger.
Fang Qingyun, with a swollen head and dark eyes, limped back to his class. It took him half a day to realize, "Damn! I've been tricked again!"
"He clearly came just to beat me up."
Looking at the two bottles of pills, he felt exhausted.
Why don't you just give me the pills instead of beating me up? You're already a King Rank, and I'm just a Martial Marquis.
Doesn't your conscience hurt from beating me?
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Thanks to 'Rourou's Pumpkin' and 'Yixiaochucheng's Dust' for becoming the 60th and 61st Alliance Leaders of the Long Night Monarch.
(End of Chapter)
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