Chapter 164: Possessed Again
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
âFour?â
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This was something Jiang Hao hadnât expected. He wondered if the alchemists owed money to others as well.
It seemed the people had only wanted to attack. Jiang Hao, on the contrary, wanted to solve the problem at hand.
The others had taken action as well but had stolen for themselves.
The alchemistsâ numbers would only increase with each recruitment. It wouldnât make a shred of difference whether thirsty or fifty were attacked!
âFour people targeted the alchemists at the same time?â Jiang Hao asked.
âMaybe not at the same timeâŠâ Liu Xingchen looked around. âShall we talk inside?â
âOf course,â said Jiang Hao and led him into the courtyard.
Liu Xingchen looked around. âJunior Brother Jiang, you have so many flowers and herbs now.â
Jiang Hao smiled.
âIt seems that the four people who attacked the alchemists donât know each other,â said Liu Xingchen as he sat on a chair. âThe first two who attacked seemed to be efficient and decisive. They injured around thirty-eight people. The other two⊠were a bit sloppy. They injured around nineteen people. They must be in the early stage of the Golden Core Realm or the late stage of the Foundation Establishment Realm. The first two attackers might be beyond that level.â
âTell me about the latter two attackers,â Jiang Hao said calmly.
âThey robbed the spirit herbs. These two attackers were bold enough to grab them and run. They must be fairly strong.â
âDid you find out who they are?â Jiang Hao asked.
âTwo were caught,â Liu Xingchen said with a smile. âBut the other two remain at large. The ones we caught are from the Candlelight Pill Pavilion. So, the Law Enforcement Hall didnât interfere and let themselves solve it internally. Such things happen. People have grudges. Itâs just that this caused quite a stir.â
âAlchemists robbing other alchemistsâŠâ Jiang Hao was surprised that they turned against each other.
Sometimes it happened, but rarely. There was once an inner sect disciple who hadnât reached the Foundation Establishment Realm. Jiang Hao had helped him once. He wondered if that person was still alive. It was unlikely.
âIf they canât catch the attackers, will they just let the matter go?â asked Jiang
Hao.
âI think so.â Liu Xingchen sighed.
âThe Law Enforcement Hall wonât get involved in simple matters of fights and injuries. However, this time, many alchemists were injured, so the Law Enforcement Hall had to investigate. However, we didnât expect the remaining attackers to be so difficult to find.â
âIsnât it dangerous for the alchemists to be robbed like this?â Jiang Hao asked.
âThe first incident wasnât a big deal. The alchemists asked for it. No one wanted to dig deeper after that because it might raise conflict between the six branches of the sect and the Candlelight Pill Pavilion. The Law Enforcement Hall wants to avoid that. Besides, itâs normal for there to be a little friction between the branches. However, if there is a full-blown conflict and the Law Enforcement Hall canât handle it, then the White Moon Lake will step in.â âThe White Moon Lake?â asked Jiang Hao, puzzled. âWhat will they do?â
âJunior Brother Jiang, do you know that the establishment of the sectâs twelve branches was a gradual process? There was a branch that secretly instigated conflicts among the other branches, eventually, it led to conflicts. At that time, the Law Enforcement Hall neglected its duty and failed to discover the problem. The situation got out of control. Elder Baizhi led her branch and other elders to intervene,â said Liu Xingchen.
Liu Xingchen looked at Jiang Hao. âThe branch that incited the conflict was completely wiped out, and a new branch was established in its place. As for the other branches, they either surrendered or were exterminated. Now the sect has become much more orderly. In the past, when conflicts arose, it was a bloodbath.â
Jiang Hao was astonished. An entire branch was eliminated!
He was curious if the Candlelight Pill Pavilion would face the same fate if they continued to cause trouble, or if they would be pardoned because alchemists were valuable to the sect.
âAs for the danger to alchemists⊠Alchemists are crucial for the growth of a sect. However, if someone hinders their growth, the accusations would be serious,â said Liu Xingchen.
âI see.â Jiang Hao was relieved.
âBy the way, thereâs something I need to tell you. A person from the Heavenly Joy Pavilion is about to advance, but they donât have a vessel. So, he has beenâŠ
restraining himself. During this time, please avoid appearing in front of him. Otherwise, it might be dangerous for you. â
Jiang Hao nodded gratefully.
âCurrently, the Law Enforcement Hall has issued a mission to search for a vessel everywhere. If they find it, there wonât be a problem. Still⊠I think they will hold some resentment toward you,â said Liu Xingchen.
âWhat if they donât find it?â Jiang Hao asked.
âItâs hard to say,â Liu Xingchen said. âYour masterâs opinion will be crucial if that happens. Letâs see if he is willing to protect you.â
âOh⊠thereâs one more thing,â Liu Xingchen continued. âThere has been some trouble in the Devilâs Den due to changes in the mining area lately. Occasionally, disciples from each branch are sent in. Be prepared. There arenât many idle disciples in the Cliff of Broken Hearts.â
âWhat kind of problems?â Jiang Hao asked in surprise.
âItâs hard to say, but there have been a lot of demons appearing. They span various realmsâŠ
Jiang Hao wasnât particularly worried. Instead, he was somewhat intrigued. Killing demons also had its benefits. It was an opportunity to become stronger. However, he needed to be careful of individuals targeting him, as well as some potential traitors keeping an eye on him. Since disciples from all twelve branches were sent to the Devilâs Den, it meant that he might encounter anyone from any branch.
Jiang Hao activated Daily Appraisal on Liu Xingchen.
[Liu Xingchen: True Disciple of the Heavenly Faction. Born with the aura of a dragon. He was entangled with an ancient sorcerer after entering the mining area. He is currently being consumed by the sorcery and will eventually be possessed by the sorcerer. He is an undercover agent of the Heavenly Note Sectâs Law Enforcement Hall. The reason he is on good terms with you is that he wants to get close to the Heavenly Fragrance Dao Flower to watch it carefully. Quite interested in you.]
Jiang Hao was at a loss for words. As expected, Liu Xingchen was possessed yet again..
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