Chapter 538: Sky King Flute [Two-in-One]

Chapter 538: Sky King Flute [Two-in-One]



Upon receiving the news, the Night Emperor's brows furrowed.

Although his elder brother was known as the number one divine thief in the world, his true martial prowess was undoubtedly exceptional!

Very few people in this world could make him speak so highly of them.

It seemed that this time, the danger was real.

He immediately replied, "I'll be there right away."

With a whoosh, the figure in black transformed into the night fog and disappeared.

...

Fang Che and the others entered the Hong Yun Jiu Lou. With a sweep of his divine perception, he had already located the position of the so-called "Duan'er Bi."

He was in a private room, along with several others, engaging in lively conversations and telling jokes while waiting for their food to be served.

"Five people," Dong Yun Yu conveyed silently.

"Three of them are at the King Rank," Mo Gan Yun conveyed.

"Duan'er Bi is one of the King Ranks," Fang Che conveyed.

"There are also two at the Lord Rank. Their auras are harder to capture."

Yu Zhong Ge conveyed silently.

"What should we do? Should we capture them all or...?"

"You guys slowly withdraw your divine perception, and I'll continue listening."

Fang Che remained calm.

Among them, his divine perception was the most stable; although Yu Zhong Ge and the others were far superior to their peers, they were still slightly inferior to Fang Che. Any slight fluctuation might lead to their discovery.

However, Fang Che wasn't worried about this issue at all.

Mere Lord Ranks... could they possibly detect the divine perception of Fang Che, a 6th-grade King Rank expert?

It's not that I'm underestimating them; it's absolutely impossible!

Locking onto them with his divine perception, he began to eavesdrop.

Meanwhile, Mo Gan Yun and the others started creating a commotion, engaging in lively conversations, sharing stories of the martial world, tales of their predecessors, various rumors, and fantastical tales...

Duan'er Bi, also known as Duan Tang, was in another room, feeling somewhat uneasy.

His face remained calm, but he quietly conveyed a message.

"Elder, why did you specifically choose this place for our meeting? It's too dangerous, and it's as if we're deliberately letting Fang Tu see us while we're having a meal. What's the purpose of this...?"

"Recently, our Qing Long Gang has suffered heavy losses, with countless dead bodies and bloodshed. The members are all riled up, and even the Gang Leader is finding it hard to control his anger. Every day, there are people crying, especially those who have lost family members. The entire valley is filled with wails of grief. The pressure is immense."

The Elder sighed lightly, "Although the valley is protected by formation arrays, the concentration of personnel is a bit too high. Every time the Gang Leader goes out to get some fresh air, a large group of people surrounds him, demanding revenge."

"Especially... they are constantly communicating with their families who are still outside. If there's a response, it means they're still alive for the time being. But if there's suddenly no response, it's likely they've been captured or killed."

"Almost every family has lost someone. With such deep hatred, many are on the verge of madness."

The Elder sighed, feeling helpless, "Therefore, even if the Gang Leader can't take revenge, he must make a gesture. Otherwise..."

Duan Tang fell silent.

As a former leader, he understood the emotions of the lower ranks. When the emotions of the lower ranks accumulate to a certain extent, they must be addressed.

Because once they explode, internal strife will inevitably follow.

Even if you could kill everyone involved in the internal strife, it would still be wrong. It's only natural for them to demand revenge for their loved ones who died for the gang's affairs.

If you kill those seeking revenge, what right do you have to be the Gang Leader?

So, when faced with such a situation, suppression alone will never work.

Every day and every moment, these people are secretly plotting.

At night, they gather in small groups, whispering to each other like underground rebels.

Perhaps their plotting is just venting their frustrations, but... if left unchecked, problems will undoubtedly arise.

However, understanding this didn't change Duan Tang's mind. He still couldn't comprehend why he, of all people, had to take this risk! Why didn't they come themselves?

Why am I being pushed out as a sacrificial lamb to test the enemy's strength? I understand your anger and hatred, but... what does it mean to send me out like this?

"You don't need to worry," the Elder consoled him.

"First, this time, we're indeed making a gesture, but it's also a trap to lure Fang Che. Once they make a move, we'll create chaos and kill as many as we can! In a sense, it's also a form of deterrence and relief."

"Secondly, if there's a real opportunity, it's not impossible to take out one or two members of the Life and Death Patrol Squad."

Duan Tang shook his head repeatedly, "This group is highly skilled. With our current strength, we can't possibly kill them! Forgive me for being blunt, but even staying alive is a luxury."

He sighed, filled with despair, "To be honest, I've already written my will before coming here."

The two elders' faces showed surprise.

A will...

This Hall Master was surprisingly pessimistic.

"There's something you don't know," the Elder felt it necessary to provide some reassurance to Hall Master Duan Tang. He conveyed silently, "This time, it may seem like we're being passive and taking the blows, but Elder Feng Yun of the Southeast Headquarters has already considered everything. How could he let us be killed like this?"

"Haven't you noticed that those who have been captured or killed are mostly low-ranking members, not very important ones?"

The Elder spoke solemnly, "Hall Masters and above all have super experts sent by Elder Feng Yun for protection. If anyone is in danger, they will immediately come to the rescue."

Duan Tang was half-believing, half-doubting, "Really?"

"How could this be a lie?"

The Elder conveyed earnestly, "Including this operation, we also have backup. If the Life and Death Patrol Squad doesn't take any action against us and doesn't discover us, then we should take the initiative. We'll wait for an opportunity to assassinate them. In other words, no matter what, we must make a move. If they really deploy experts to deal with us and we can't handle it... then the experts from the Southeast Headquarters will step in and rescue us all.

"Hmph, a foolproof plan, understand?" Elder Duan smiled faintly.

Elder Duan heaved a sigh of relief, "So that's it. Now I can rest easy."

But as he relaxed, a mischievous idea began to form, "However, this time, it's also an opportunity for the Gang Leader to help us vent some frustration. Recently, the Life and Death Patrol Squad has been keeping us on edge, making us feel like rats hiding in a hole. It's been so frustrating, I feel like I'm about to explode!"

"Don't worry, this is the chance to let off some steam!"

The elder spoke calmly, "I just checked with my Divine Perception, and those fools are in the fifth room over there, boasting about some nonsense. They're talking about how someone encountered danger at a cliff and fell, only to discover some rare Heavenly Material. They're all envious and sighing."

Elder Duan's face turned mocking, "Only these idiots would believe such an absurd story..."

"Let's eat and drink first. Damn, I've been cooped up in the mountains for so long, I'm sick of it!"

The old man hummed and spoke softly, "Regardless of the outcome, we must find an opportunity to dig up some Ginseng Fruit. My Blood Wrath Technique hasn't had a human heart in days; if this continues, I'll be consumed by my own technique before I can make any progress."

Elder Duan nodded, "That's easy. Once things get chaotic, we can easily grab a few Ginseng Fruits from the crowd."

The old man's sinister face broke into a smile, "Make sure they're intact, preferably with the stem, and the blood inside should be fresh and warm."

"No problem."

Elder Duan and the other three nodded in agreement.

"It's just a pity that my aptitude is lacking, and I have to rely on this unorthodox technique to advance my cultivation quickly. But... I'll never reach the Saint Rank."

The elder sighed deeply.

This was his eternal pain.

The others exchanged glances, sharing his sentiment.

With insufficient aptitude, the only way to achieve a high position was through a heartless demon technique that required consuming the blood of one's kin, refining one's own essence, stealing others' longevity, and nurturing the physical body for immortality.

However, this technique had limitations. First, most practitioners couldn't break through the Saint Rank. Second, stopping the technique would lead to backlash. Third, it could cause a loss of sanity, like the elder before them, who had gone mad and dug out the hearts of his entire family to eat, including his great-grandson still in swaddling clothes.

Since then, this elder, named Tong Zhi Wang, had been known as the "Clan Annihilation Blood Hand." Whenever he took action, entire clans were wiped out.

In his own words, "I've even destroyed my family with my own hands, so why should you be spared?"

The five of them ate in silence, waiting for Fang Che's move.

When Elder Duan arrived, he didn't try to hide his tracks. If the other party had the legendary meticulous mind, they should have found him by now.

Why the delay?

All five felt something was amiss. Had Elder Duan been too stealthy? Or... did they not expect him to appear in broad daylight? Perhaps they saw him but didn't pay attention?

They waited and waited...

The elder sighed, "It seems these fools haven't noticed us... and they've even started drinking."

The five Green Dragon Gang members were speechless.

They had missed an easy opportunity!

Frustrated, they urged Elder Duan, "Why don't you go out and wander around again?"

Elder Duan scratched his head, "Did they really not see me?"

"Nonsense! If they had, they'd be here already. They're even more eager to kill than us... Go, go!"

The group urged him on.

Elder Duan had no choice, "Are there really high-level experts from headquarters watching?"

"I'm not lying, you bastard!"

Elder Duan left, nervous.

...

"Boss, that Duan'er Bi is outside again, strolling back and forth in front of our room."

Dong Yun Yu was losing patience.

"Don't move."

Fang Che sighed deeply, "First, we're in a busy area with too many people. Second, there must be a reason for this."

He looked outside with concern. It was just after dusk, and the street below was bustling with people.

The restaurant was filled with voices.

"With the people inside and outside the restaurant, there are probably at least three to five thousand people within a hundred zhang."

Fang Che transmitted his worries, "If we could guarantee a one-hit kill, it wouldn't be a problem. But we can't guarantee that with the two King Rank experts. If they get a chance to strike, a casual wave could mean the disappearance of a hundred lives."

"They might not care, but we do."

Fang Che took a deep breath, his eyes filled with tense thought.

Although he was eating, he wasn't enjoying the food. He kept thinking if there was a way to take out all five in an instant.

It might be possible, but it was risky.

And if they did it, it would have to be a one-hit kill.

Capturing any of them alive was out of the question.

That would cut off their only lead.

If any one of them broke free and made a desperate move, with the current crowd density, it would be a disaster.

"That bastard just passed our window for the third time!"

Mo Gan Yun was about to explode.

"This just confirms they have a plan, and they're doing it deliberately, knowing we'll cause a commotion as soon as we make a move.

"

"And if such a mess is because of our actions; the deaths are also because we acted first... The other party will definitely use this to their advantage and cause an uproar against us in Donghu Zhou!"

Fang Che's face remained calm. "That's why this situation arose, and Duan'er Bi dared to be so bold, wandering around in front of us."

"His purpose is only one, and that is to make us take action. They might not even counterattack, but they will slaughter civilians on a large scale! This is their true intention."

Fang Che's thoughts suddenly became clear.

"And this is also the result of our continuous killings during this period, forcing a breach from within. For the Only Righteous Sect's Southeast Headquarters, this is a decisive situation."

"But for us, it's an opportunity."

"Is this plan arranged by the first young master of the Only Righteous Sect?"

Feng Xiangdong frowned and transmitted his voice, "If that's the case, this first young master is indeed not easy to deal with."

Fang Che pondered deeply, "Not necessarily... If it was arranged by Feng Yun, the countermeasures would be even harder to control. Moreover, if Feng Yun arranged it, he probably wouldn't give us a chance... So, let's take it one step at a time and lure them out first."

A layer of cold sweat appeared on Fang Che's forehead.

Because... he almost fell for their scheme.

The other party was essentially using a scheme in the open.

"Hurry up and eat."

Nian Meng frowned, "Should I go back first?"

"It might be more dangerous if you go back first."

Fang Che's eyes flickered, "The problem now is... they want to see us take action even more than we do. So if we leave, they will follow us instead."

Now that Fang Che had seen through their plan, he had a clear understanding of the situation.

His heart was calm and clear.

The initiative was once again in his hands.

"Don't rush. Since they want to play, let's play along with them tonight." Fang Che's eyes revealed a cold and sinister look.

Duan'er Bi wandered outside for four or five rounds but found himself as inconspicuous as air. The patrol officers didn't even glance at him.

This was too obvious!

Duan'er Bi suppressed the urge to scratch his head and returned to the private room.

"How was it?" The four asked together.

"They didn't discover me..."

Duan'er Bi vigorously scratched his head, and his eyes were full of circles, "Could it be that my information wasn't exposed at all?"

"Impossible! You must be the first one exposed!"

The four shook their heads together.

They were absolutely certain about this.

"Could it be that they didn't notice at all?" Someone suggested.

"Impossible."

An emaciated elder, who had been silent all this time, had a gloomy expression on his face, "This kind of negligence can happen to anyone, but it's absolutely impossible for all eight of them to be negligent at the same time!"

"Each one is a genius, each one is from a major family, each one has extensive combat experience, and each one has extraordinary spiritual perception! Could all eight of them be negligent?"

"Not even if the sky falls!"

"They must have discovered our intentions and don't want to take action in such a crowded place."

"But they won't give up either. So they will definitely try to lure us out later."

They were all experienced in the underworld, and they clearly understood Fang Che's plan.

However, the current situation was that Fang Che had to capture them, and they also had to create some noise, either to retaliate against Fang Che or to kill civilians to vent their anger and appease the Green Dragon Gang members."

Otherwise, the flames of hatred would ignite.

If they couldn't burn Fang Che, they would burn the Green Dragon Gang. Once the situation spiraled out of control, the consequences would be unimaginable.

But if they only slaughtered civilians, it would be difficult to pin the blame on Fang Che and the others if they weren't present. Moreover, it would increase the civilians' united resentment, further enhancing Fang Che's prestige—something they were not happy about!

This situation was the result of Fang Che and the others' steady and relentless killings from the bottom up.

Fang Che had always been certain that as long as he continued to kill, the Green Dragon Gang would not be able to hold back their anger.

The Southeast Headquarters could remain calm because it had nothing to do with them. For Feng Yun, the Green Dragon Gang was just a pawn to be discarded at will.

A negligible bargaining chip.

But what about the Green Dragon Gang, who was at the forefront? Each life was precious, and they had to watch helplessly as their comrades died, unable to do anything! What kind of feeling was that? Both sides ate in silence, no longer engaging in grand conversations.

They were all waiting for something.

In the hall, an average-looking middle-aged man took off his straw hat and placed it aside. He ordered a couple of small dishes and a pot of wine and ate slowly.

A faint smile appeared at the corners of his mouth.

"He really looks like his mother, but mostly like me... So I can't use my original appearance anymore; it might trigger memories."

"He's truly my son... so handsome!"

A few people nearby were whispering about Fang Tu's deeds. The middle-aged man glanced at them without showing any expression. These guys were badmouthing my son? Should I teach them a lesson? My son's current situation isn't that great, and it's hard to feel at ease.

Right now, the little guy probably wants to kill... That hidden killing aura is about to burst... Tch, just like me.

I originally wanted to see my son and leave, but I guess I'll stay a few more days.

I'm not entirely at ease.

That old thief definitely has some scheme.

If necessary, I'll kill him and leave... But my strength hasn't recovered enough to do that yet... This is so frustrating.

Just then, a sinister aura silently invaded Hong Yun Jiu Lou.

The middle-aged man frowned: This aura... It's a bit familiar.

Title: The Bookstore Encounter

Chapter:

At the Wenshin Moxiang Bookstore, Night Emperor scanned the surroundings with his divine perception.

"I don't sense anyone who could pose a threat to you," Night Emperor said, looking at Sikong Dou. "Are you suffering from the aftermath of being a thief?"

"Could you speak without sounding so aggressive?" Sikong Dou retorted angrily. "Do you think I could make a mistake in my perception?"

Night Emperor nodded.

Sikong Dou would never make a mistake in his perception, but the other party had a powerful hidden aura, which went unnoticed. However, the more hidden it was, the more dangerous it became.

Continuing his scan, Sikong Dou suddenly exclaimed, "Isn't Fang Che also eating over there?"

Sikong Dou rolled his eyes and said, "What else could it be? That's why I called you over. This guy probably wants to kill someone, and I'm waiting to see if I can help..."

Sikong Ye glanced at him and rolled his eyes, "What's this, starting to flatter me?"

Sikong Dou sighed, "I can't keep misunderstanding forever."

"What misunderstanding are you talking about?"

Sikong Ye clicked his tongue twice, "You're just being blind to the truth..."

"Don't say that. Pay attention to the observation! Don't miss anything." Sikong Dou's face turned dark as he displayed the demeanor of a big brother.

"Hmph..." Sikong Ye stopped talking and started to pay more attention. If Fang Che were to get into trouble right under his nose, where would they put their faces as brothers?

...

In a restaurant adjacent to Hong Yun Jiu Lou, two men dressed in white were leisurely enjoying their meal and drinks.

"There's still no movement over there."

"Be patient."

"For this matter, I think it's better to report it to the old man."

"It's just a minor issue."

The other person took a sip of wine and said, "The Green Dragon Gang has been pushed to this point, with people dying every day. The gang is on the verge of an explosion. If we don't release some emotions, you and I both know what kind of people these are... If we keep hiding like this, even if the Green Dragon Gang can rise again in the future, this loss cannot be compensated. Moreover, those who are complaining now are the most loyal and trusted members."

"The higher-ups won't care. They only care about victory."

"So, what should we do about the emotions? We must have someone from our gang take responsibility for easing the situation. In this case, the only way to ease the tension is to report it, but it will definitely be stopped."

"So... let's cooperate."

The man in white sighed, "Yun Shao will eventually have to leave the Southeast. He has the support of the Feng family to help the Southeast, but what about when he's not around?"

"These matters... the boss emphasized it many times before we came."

"You're right. Let's wait and see. With the strength of these eight patrols, I really didn't take them seriously."

"You're right. This matter is quite easy."

...

Fang Che and the others stood up and left directly.

There was not a hint of attachment.

It even gave the impression that they were hurrying away to avoid something.

"Boss, they won't fail to catch up, will they?"

"They won't."

"Why? We can call for reinforcements at any time, and this is our territory." Mo Gan Yun was slightly puzzled.

"Because, first, we also need merit, and second, they have absolute confidence in ensuring their survival."

"These people from the Demon Cult won't stop until they achieve their goals."

Fang Che pondered, "I'm just thinking about where their confidence comes from."

Everyone started pondering as well.

Because, theoretically, it shouldn't be like this.

These people were indeed vengeful, but they also valued their lives.

This sudden surge of courage must have a reason.

Feng Xiangdong asked, "Could it be that the Green Dragon Gang has been pushed to the brink by us? The Green Dragon Gang has a total of 7,400 gang members, including peripheral members, adding up to 20,000. Now, we've already eliminated 17,000 of them, right?"

"Impossible!"

Fang Che firmly said, "It hasn't reached that point. Because the higher-ups are unharmed! There may be some emotional outbursts, but it hasn't reached the extreme yet. However, there must be a reason for this."

The nine of them continued on their way.

Soon, they left the bustling city and headed towards a remote area.

"Aren't we going to inform Zhao Changguan and the others?" Yu Zhong Ge asked.

"We've already informed them. But it's said that a demon from the Only Righteous Sect has entered Donghu Zhou, currently near the Southeast Headquarters."

Fang Che was concerned, "Someone will come, but they might not arrive in time. Because the focus will be on dealing with that side."

"The opponent will come, but they might not arrive in time."

Xue Wanren held the hilt of his sword and smiled sinisterly.

Just then, a distant and mournful sound of the Xiao reverberated through the air.

As the Xiao sounded, Heaven's sorrow and Earth's despair enveloped the heavens and earth.

Moreover, this sound seemed to come from the sky.

Fang Che and the others simultaneously felt a sense of heaviness in their hearts, and their spirits were affected by the Xiao.

The Xiao sounded like it was coming from high above, getting closer and closer.

A loud shout echoed, "Sky King Flute! Bu Qiu is here!"

A figure appeared, as if carrying mountains, rising from the ground, breaking through the wind and clouds, and charging towards the sky.

In the sky, a faint voice said, "Bu Qiu, you're also here, haha, but are you my match?"

Immediately, a series of loud noises followed as the two great masters engaged in combat in the sky.

In an instant, there was thunder and lightning, shaking the earth.

However, in this apocalyptic storm, the Xiao continued to play, mournful and plaintive, never stopping.

"It's the demon, the Guardian, Sky King Flute, from the Only Righteous Sect!"

Fang Che's heart sank.

Sky King Flute, ranked eighth on the Cloud's Arsenal Ranking, was a great demon.

With a Xiao and a sword, he stood alone, rising and falling on his own; I owe the Yellow Springs ten billion people!

(End of Chapter)

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