Chapter 475: Chapter 5: Killing Zhu Gui (Part 3)
"I just happened to hear someone mention it, and I kept it in mind," Fang Zheng spoke:
"Since this skill can produce the sound of wind and thunder, perhaps it can assist me in practicing the Elemental Thunder Skill, hence my request."
Comprehending Thunder Sound, there’s nothing more suitable than Sound Wave Skill.
After searching Master Jiuyuan’s memories, he really found a potentially useful Dharma Gate.
Wind and Thunder Roar!
Originating from Luofu Immortal Sect, one of the four Immortal Sects.
What a coincidence.
Li Yingxuan is a disciple of Luofu Immortal Sect and is also skilled in Sound Attack Technique, so he requested him to inquire.
"Hmm."
Li Yingxuan didn’t commit to Fang Zheng’s explanation, and with a flick of his fingers, several characters appeared out of thin air.
The characters landed on the cloth covering the table, merged into it, revealing over a thousand words.
At the top were three large characters.
Wind and Thunder Roar!
"Although this skill lacks variation, it is powerful nonetheless, and can also harness the Power of Wind and Thunder, so it mustn’t be used lightly outside."
Li Yingxuan spoke:
"As a true disciple of the Immortal Sect, I can teach it to you, but it can’t be transmitted easily, as I must account for the sect elders."
"Yes." Fang Zheng nodded:
"What does the Commandery Princess need?"
"Money." Li Yingxuan chuckled softly:
"Even the Commandery Princess has a fondness for these golden and silver objects."
"How much?"
"A thousand taels!"
A thousand taels?
Fang Zheng’s heart rejoiced.
Not expensive!
"Gold!"
Li Yingxuan’s voice lightly echoed, causing Fang Zheng’s smile to freeze on his face, and after a long pause, he nodded with difficulty.
"Alright!"
Leaving the Immortal Pavilion.
Fang Zheng glanced back; the restaurant was still brightly lit and bustling; he couldn’t help but shake his head gently.
This trip to the Prefecture City was truly an expenditure, emptying his savings, but fortunately, it wasn’t all for naught.
Time to leave!
Finish handling the last matter, then return.
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Night.
No stars or moon.
A streak of black smoke passed between the trees, gently landing in an open area.
"Brother Lv."
The newcomer looked towards a certain spot, speaking with a faint smile:
"Since you’re here, why not show yourself?"
"Haha..." A figure moved in the darkness, stepping out, seemingly slow but covering several yards in a step.
In the blink of an eye, he was in front of him.
"I knew I couldn’t hide from Brother Zhu, Brother Zhu, it’s been some time since we last met!"
"Yes."
Zhu Gui nodded:
"It’s been months since we parted at Wang County; I hope Brother Lv has been well."
"Same as always." Lv Xin waved his hand:
"You know, we were besieged by the Imperial Court. If it weren’t for the Celestial Spider Ascendant’s intervention, we would have held out long ago."
"Celestial Spider Ascendant." Zhu Gui squinted:
"The one who forced King Kang to stop?"
"Exactly!"
Lv Xin nodded:
"Celestial Spider Ascendant is skilled, and while King Kang is not afraid, their fierce battle would inevitably cause mass devastation, which is why they both ceased. I was fortunate to witness their probing fight—it was truly..."
"Alas!"
"What’s the use of talking about it?"
He shook his head lightly, with a sigh in his voice.
Even a Flawless Martial Artist would feel inner fear facing the might of a Martial Sect Master or Master.
Moreover.
King Kang and Celestial Spider are no ordinary Martial Sect Masters or Masters.
"Brother Zhu."
Calming his spirit, Lv Xin spoke:
"What is the purpose of bringing me here this time?"
"To kill someone!"
Zhu Gui’s eyes narrowed as he stated:
"This person is wealthy; just for this time’s support to the Imperial Court, he contributed a full fifty thousand taels of silver."
"Fifty thousand taels!"
Lv Xin couldn’t help but gasp:
"Truly rich, who is it?"
"Fang Zheng!" Zhu Gui declared:
"The overlord of Gu’an County, master of Fang Mansion, the one doing Square Porcelain business; Brother Lv should have heard of him?"
"It’s him!" Lv Xin realized:
"No wonder he’s so wealthy."
"But this person has fortified Gu’an County like a stronghold; even our group wouldn’t dare to touch him lightly."
"Unless..."
"Unless he’s not in Gu’an County." Zhu Gui grinned:
"The one named Fang is currently in Zhaonan Prefecture, leaving for Gu’an County tomorrow; the road is a perfect opportunity to strike."
"Once we succeed, Black Wind Stronghold and Cyan Wolf Gang will split Gu’an County, how about it?"
"Hehe..." Lv Xin stroked his chin:
"It seems Black Wind Stronghold has set eyes on this one!"
"Square Porcelain and Yunzhi are like golden geese that lay eggs daily; who wouldn’t be tempted?" Zhu Gui chuckled:
"Moreover..."
"The one named Fang offended the Capital City’s noble visitors; to kill him and still sell well, teaming up to eliminate him would be a win-win!"
Lv Xin was deep in thought.
He’s part of Cyan Wolf Gang but secretly colludes with Black Wind Stronghold.
Killing Fang Zheng,
could send a small warning to the Imperial Court side, and if a hefty sum of gold and silver is gained, it would be the icing on the cake.
As for why Zhu Gui harbors a killing intent towards Fang Zheng, it’s not his concern.
At present, he asked:
"What are the strengths of the one named Fang?"
"In the past two years, he has just reached the Flawless stage, hasn’t engaged in much combat, full of cultivation base but severely lacking battle experience." Zhu Gui shook his hand:
"With Brother Lv’s strength, it wouldn’t be difficult to kill him!"
"By the way!"
He thought for a moment and advised:
"The one named Fang is also a Mage, with dozens of private soldiers, so the action must be swift, not giving him a chance."
"Understood."
Lv Xin comprehended:
"Which route is he taking?"
"The official road." Zhu Gui answered:
"I’ve tampered with his soldiers’ horses, can track down the position at any time, convenient for action."
"Besides..."
The two discussed for a while and finally made a decision.
Lv Xin asked repeatedly, confirming there were no omissions, then bowed and left to prepare a call to action.
After all, the target is a Flawless Martial Artist, he has no confidence alone.
......
"Rustle rustle..."
Snakes, insects, mice, and ants climbed in the grass.
Zhu Gui watched Lv Xin’s silhouette recede until it disappeared; he revealed a light smile, turning to go back.
"Snap!"
"Snap snap!"
At this moment, a crisp applause sounded.
"Unexpected!"
"The second leader of Black Wind Stronghold actually secretly colludes with Mixed River Dragon Lv Xin of Cyan Wolf Gang, if not for witnessing it firsthand, who would have imagined?"
