The Monarch Of Everlasting Night Chapter 384: The Regional Inspector Arrives (Part 1) - Novel Cool

Chapter 384: The Regional Inspector Arrives (Part 1)

Chapter 384: The Regional Inspector Arrives (Part 1)

Inside the room, Zhu Shaoyun had just stood up when the words 'Hall Master Yuan' froze on his lips.

He felt a bit dazed.

Did I hear that correctly just now?

Then, he saw Yuan Jingjiang acting subservient and fawning, like a lapdog, saying, "Hehe, don't blame me, I just came to ask if Hall Master Fang has any other instructions. If not, I'll go patrol the streets."

"Go ahead. Oh, wait, this Zhu Clan Master feels that his words carry no weight here. He wants to consult you about something."

Yuan Jingjiang was startled and waved his hands repeatedly, "Ouch, please don't scare me... No matter what it is, you're the one in charge. Just give the order, and I'll definitely carry it out without fail."

"How can I, as your younger brother, take charge here?"

"No, no, no... Brother, you're my elder brother, you must take control of the situation... If there's nothing else, I'll be on my way, goodbye, hehe..."

Yuan Jingjiang was truly terrified. He didn't even dare to look at Zhu Shaoyun, lowering his gaze and retreating cautiously with downcast eyes. He carefully closed the room door, and Yuan Jingjiang breathed a sigh of relief, then hurried away.

Damn, Zhu Shaoyun actually came here to cause trouble for me! He's really not a decent person. After offending Hall Master Fang, can I, Yuan Jingjiang, still survive?

Inside the room.

Zhu Shaoyun was stunned, his eyes almost popping out of his head and nearly falling onto the table.

Was that just now... Yuan Jingjiang? Fang Che's... direct superior? But can a direct superior be so subservient in front of his subordinates?

The shock in his heart could be described in three words: I've seen a ghost.

Fang Che rolled his eyes and said, "Weren't you looking for Hall Master Yuan to report? Go ahead."

"Hall Master Fang... this..."

Zhu Shaoyun's refined face twisted.

After a long while, he managed to utter, "But he's the Night Demon! The Night Demon of the One Heart Sect! Haven't you always been trying to catch the Night Demon?"

Fang Che replied calmly, "Catching the Night Demon is our business, but the matter involving you and the Heavenly Palace isn't resolved yet. So, for now, we won't be catching the Night Demon."

He smiled politely and nodded, "After both sides have settled their grudges and misunderstandings are completely cleared up, we'll start catching the Night Demon again."

"..."

Zhu Shaoyun was speechless.

"If there's nothing else... then please feel free to..." Fang Che politely picked up the teacup.

When Zhu Shaoyun left the Guardian Palace, he still felt like his mind was hazy.

No matter how much he begged and pleaded, Hall Master Fang remained unmoved.

He clenched his teeth, knowing that both sides had already reached an agreement and couldn't go back on it. No matter what, they couldn't do such a thing.

Later, Zhu Shaoyun even started pleading, but Hall Master Fang still ignored him.

He even took out a report and started handling official matters, saying, "Zhu Clan Master, please leave. I have other urgent matters to attend to."

Zhu Shaoyun held his breath.

The date on this report was clear as day; it was a report from two years ago! Are you kidding me?

In a fit of anger, he immediately took his leave!

Is the Heavenly Palace, after leaving the Guardian Palace, still unable to deal with a single Night Demon?

Watching Zhu Shaoyun walk out, Fang Che scratched his head, leaned back in his chair, and closed his eyes in deep thought.

Yes, the Night Demon will remain silent for a while, but they will definitely come to the higher-ups. That kind of power isn't something he can handle alone.

However, there's still an opportunity to be seized.

Not everyone who comes will be at the Sovereign or Saint level... There will be weaker ones, and as long as he uses the Supreme Nine Movements, killing one shouldn't be difficult.

But this matter needs careful consideration.

So, for now, it's about seizing opportunities. If there's a chance, they'll strike again; if not, they'll live peacefully.

However, this period is genuinely chaotic.

Originally, they wanted to find and kill the Nightmare Demon, but now, they've gotten sidetracked, and instead of finding the Nightmare Demon, they've exposed the people of the Heavenly Palace.

The situation is becoming increasingly complex.

Outside, in the mountains, the Self-Righteous Sect and the Guardians' Southeast Headquarters are engaged in a fierce battle.

The city is left defenseless.

However, the city is currently quite peaceful.

He reached into his pocket and pulled out the spoils of war—the items belonging to Shang Gongzi and his two maids.

When he laid them out on the table, six Heaven-Reversing Pills appeared.

A bountiful harvest.

As for the rest, there were various items: all sorts of drugs and tools... a whole bunch!

The variety was astonishing.

After critically examining them, Fang Che kept only a Spring Palace Scroll and discarded the rest.

This book contained some techniques he could try, and with a critical eye, he could learn from some of the methods.

But Ye Meng might not cooperate...

Fang Che thought it was time to get some intelligence from Ye Meng could send some information...

So, he first put the Spring Palace Scroll in his pocket, then collected the pills and placed them in his pocket, along with the small vest—this protective armor would be worn by Ye Meng.

Then, he left the Guardian Palace.

"I'm going out for a walk."

Everyone stood up simultaneously, "Hall Master Fang, take care."

"Yeah."

After a series of disguises, Hall Master Fang arrived at the Heavenly Escort Bureau for work.

He hadn't been there for two days, as he had been busy with the Night Demon matter.

He wasn't sure if anything had happened at the bureau...

He also didn't know if Kou Yifang had come to find him.

This matter wasn't just urgent for Fang Che himself, but also for Yin Shengong; they had asked several times already.

"Master, I killed someone from the Heavenly Palace."

"So what?"

Yin Shengong didn't take it to heart.

With the current level of the Night Demon, killing a few people from the Heavenly Palace was nothing. If I can't handle it, can Yan handle it?

It's merely the Heavenly Palace, nothing more.

One must admit that the Yin Shengong is becoming increasingly arrogant.

Moreover, he is currently cultivating the advanced version of the Blood Spirit Seven Swords.

Every day is filled with non-stop busyness, and with no clear direction, he has yet to grasp the fundamentals.

Mu Linyuan and the others greet him daily with congratulations: "Sect Master, the Blood Spirit Seven Swords are almost perfected, right? It's said that the Night Demon can already do that..."

Yin Shengong has locked himself in the cultivation room, and it's been several days since Mu Linyuan and the others have seen him.

Holding his breath.

He doesn't want to meet anyone.

Damn it, I can't believe I still can't master it! This is my signature move, my symbol as I roam the martial world.

Me, unable to perfect it?

Fuck!

The Heavenly Escort Bureau operates as usual.

Moreover, their business is booming, and the new escorts are exceptionally diligent, busy interacting with people, attending to clients, tallying accounts, loading and unloading cargo, verifying goods, collecting fees, and engaging in escort missions. They recite scriptures, memorize bureau rules, practice martial arts, and hold weekly competitions, with the bottom eighteen facing the harshest punishments.

One could say they are incredibly busy.

Gradually, they begin to feel a sense of fulfillment, just like Zheng Yunqi and the others when they first arrived, slowly getting used to and enjoying this feeling.

In stark contrast, the three hundred and ninety-six young masters from noble families are experiencing a decline in mood, becoming increasingly anxious.

Their time here is now on a countdown.

The second batch of departures has already reached Phoenix Fire Pass and sent back news.

This proves that the third batch's notification is imminent.

These guys are reluctant to leave, and every day they clean the bureau spotlessly, even caressing the chairs for extended periods.

They are filled with reluctance to part.

The notification for the third batch of two hundred people to return is finally issued.

Instantly, the entire Heavenly Escort Bureau is engulfed in an atmosphere of sorrowful farewells.

It is at this moment that the Starlight Commander returns.

"Head Escort."

Zheng Yunqi's eyes well up with tears.

"Yes, how many are there?"

"Two hundred."

"Are you and Zhao Wushang not on the list?"

"Zhao Wubai, Jiang Bin, Tian Wanqing, and others are on the list, but I'm not."

"Alright, everything will be arranged as usual. You personally handle it, and don't be stingy with the expenses."

"Yes, ma'am."

"It's an inevitable matter, sooner or later."

The Starlight Commander didn't expect that this time, not only would he not witness what he wanted to see, but he would also have to experience another farewell.

He feels a bit down.

Turning around with his hands behind his back, he walks slowly, about to leave.

"Head Escort!"

Behind him, hundreds of people shout.

The Starlight Commander turns around and faces them.

"Thank you, Head Escort. Heavenly Escort Bureau, we will never forget you!"

The Starlight Commander nods, smiles, and remains silent.

Turning around, he leaves.

Two hundred people kneel in silence, seeing him off.

In their eyes, there is deep emotion and reluctance to part.

When they first arrived, they never imagined they would develop such strong feelings for this ruthless and cruel tyrant.

But now, parting is so difficult, wrenching their hearts.

Fang Che's mood took a turn for the worse.

He no longer felt like going to the Guardian Palace, so he wandered around the city for a few rounds, changing his appearance. He quickly circled the eastern, southern, and western parts of the city, and before he knew it, he found himself back in the North City.

"What's so special about the North City? I ended up here without even realizing it!" Fang Che muttered to himself, feeling perplexed.

This time, he was truly wandering aimlessly.

To his surprise, he found himself back at the North City again.

By the time he noticed, night had fallen.

Fang Che sighed and walked onto the main street. Not far away, he saw a group of people bustling around, apparently repairing something. As he drew closer, he realized it was the Zhu family's grand entrance, which he had just smashed earlier.

"What a shame, such a grand entrance..." Fang Che muttered to himself.

Looking up at the night sky, an impulse suddenly seized him—should he transform into the Nightmare Demon and go on a killing spree once again? After some thought, he decided against it, feeling it would be too excessive.

However, as he stood there, hands behind his back, observing the commotion from a distance, Zhu Shaoyun suddenly emerged from the Zhu family residence.

"Vice President Fang, please come in and have a seat," Zhu Shaoyun invited, assuming Fang Che had come to investigate the Nightmare Demon.

"No, no. I just finished dinner and was taking a walk to digest," Fang Che replied, turning to leave.

In an instant, he vanished.

"..." Zhu Shaoyun was left speechless, his nose almost crooked in anger.

"Are you trying to fool me? You ate in the East City, then came to the North City to digest your meal, and deliberately loitered in front of my house. When I came out, you disappeared again!"

Fang Che had successfully annoyed Zhu Shaoyun, offloading his own frustrations and confusion onto him, leaving him feeling much better.

He began his journey back to Scholar's Residence.

However, just five or six li away from his destination, a figure suddenly appeared before him.

"Vice President Fang?" the stranger asked, addressing Fang Che.

Fang Che focused his gaze on the man, but he didn't recognize him; he had no recollection of ever meeting this person, making him seem like a complete stranger.

The man was of middle age, wearing a white robe that seemed too large for his slightly slender frame. His face was clean-shaven, and his eyes held a profound gaze, revealing nothing.

At first glance, he appeared to be an ordinary person from the jianghu, but Fang Che's keen senses picked up an inexplicable aura surrounding the man.

It was a... chilling aura.

"I am Fang Che. Who are you?" Fang Che asked, his guard up.

The man, who introduced himself as Mu Cangyun, smiled but his eyes scrutinized and probed Fang Che.

Fang Che felt as if his entire being was laid bare under the man's gaze.

Unconsciously, he felt a chill down his spine.

A master!

This man didn't seem like a mere messenger, and he definitely held no goodwill towards Fang Che.

But when and where had he offended such a person? Why couldn't he remember?

"What's the content of the letter?" Fang Che asked.

Mu Cangyun took out a thin letter from his bosom and handed it to Fang Che, along with a cold smile. "This is a letter from my superior to Vice President Fang. I hope you'll read it carefully and give it some thought."

With a faint smile, Mu Cangyun's figure flickered, and he disappeared.

A mysterious person had appeared out of nowhere and delivered an enigmatic letter.

Fang Che pondered for a moment, then began circulating the Boundless Dharma Scripture through his hands. He opened the letter, which contained just two simple sentences.

"Do not make contact with anyone from the Netherworld Palace, or face death without mercy!"

It was a warning letter, signed by 'Dark Cloud Laughter'.

"How absurd!" Fang Che exclaimed, feeling utterly bewildered. Who was this 'Dark Cloud Laughter'? And why would they send such a warning? I haven't even interacted with anyone from the Netherworld Palace... Wait, hold on!

Fang Che suddenly remembered something and quickly unfolded the letter, reading it again.

The Netherworld Palace? Fang Che recalled the last friendship battle and the Holy Maiden, Orchid Heart Snow, from the Netherworld Palace.

Everything suddenly made sense.

The purpose of this letter was to prevent him from contacting Orchid Heart Snow! But who was this 'Dark Cloud Laughter'?

"He's probably a sycophant, and a rather pathetic one at that. Sending such a warning to a romantic rival and even signing it... He's practically handing over incriminating evidence."

Fang Che had already drawn his conclusion.

Then, a thought struck him: "But this letter didn't come out of nowhere. If this letter arrived, it means that disciples from the Netherworld Palace are about to embark on their journey in the jianghu.

And among these disciples is the Holy Maiden, Orchid Heart Snow, who had mentioned coming to the Guardian Palace in the Southeast to meet me."

This realization must have caused 'Dark Cloud Laughter' to spill the beans.

However, to Fang Che, this entire situation seemed absurd and even a bit far-fetched. It's like a bolt from the blue, a wild card in the game! How could someone be so foolish as to send such a letter, lacking so much self-confidence? He carefully tucked the letter into his bosom, gazing up at the night sky, his face exposed, and sighed deeply, his expression filled with confusion and bewilderment.

Slowly, he made his way back.

Although he seemed to carry a heavy heart, his mind kept wandering back to the Netherworld Palace's disciples embarking on their jianghu journey. This was an opportunity!

As he walked away, the figure of Mu Cangyun emerged from the darkness, watching Fang Che's departing figure in silence.

Mu Cangyun took out the Communication Jade and sent a message: "Young Master, the letter has been delivered."

"What's the recipient's reaction?"

"He seems perplexed, unable to make sense of the situation."

"Alright."

"Fang Che returned to the Scholar's Residence, and Ye Meng immediately served hot porridge with a sweet smile. "Why are you back so early today?"

"Nothing much happened today."

Fang Che smiled and finished his soup, then held Ye Meng in his arms. "You're alone at home every day. Are you bored?"

"Bored?" Ye Meng paused, puzzled. "How can I be bored in my own home?"

This question caused Fang Che's heart to skip a beat.

After a moment of silence, he said, "Yes, how can one be bored in their own home?"

He chuckled and said, "Let's go to bed early tonight."

Ye Meng's eyes lit up with surprise. "Really?"

"Really!"

Ye Meng felt a surge of joy and said, "Then I'll cook dinner every night and wait for you to come home to eat together."

Fang Che's heart was touched, and after a long while, he said, "Okay."

That night, after their intimate moment, Fang Che held Ye Meng's soft and fragrant body, his head resting on the pillow.

He thought of nothing, not even practicing his martial arts.

(End of Chapter)

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