Chapter 297 - 293: Revenge?

"What?"

"It appeared again!"

Early in the morning, as Chen Xuan stepped into the Three Law Division, he heard this news.

His face turned unsightly instantly.

The five people present dared not speak further, as it was the first time they had seen such a reaction since Chen Xuan joined the Three Law Division.

They were frightened.

"Which district is it again this time?"

After sitting down, Chen Xuan asked in a deep voice.

"Sir, this time it’s not a district, it’s a scholar! He came early today to report to the Three Law Division!"

Niu Qiang replied with some trepidation.

It’s not that he wanted to reply, but he was the first to arrive at the Three Law Division today.

The scholar had come early, and upon seeing him, he was pulled aside and started lamenting.

Claiming... if the thief wasn’t found, he would report it to the headquarters of the Three Law Division.

Niu Qiang exerted great effort to appease him.

But ultimately, the scholar only gave him three days’ time; if time ran out, he would go to the headquarters of the Three Law Division.

"Outrageous!"

Chen Xuan immediately shouted angrily, his face darkened further.

If he went to the headquarters of the Three Law Division, Chen Xuan’s first assessment would certainly be a failure.

"Sir, I have already arranged for someone to keep an eye on that scholar. Rest assured, he won’t be able to reach the headquarters of the Three Law Division!"

Niu Qiang quickly spoke up.

He had to speak, as Chen Xuan’s current demeanor was too intimidating.

Especially the aura he emanated, which was unintentionally oppressive, but they were only of first-grade strength, making it unbearable under such pressure.

Especially Gou Court and Yin Ning, who were at the Four Layers of Purity; their bodies even started to tremble.

Wang Man, however, after receiving Chen Xuan’s pills, reached the Six Layers of Purity within three months and barely managed to withstand it.

"Hm, well done. But be careful, don’t cause any fatalities."

Hearing this, Chen Xuan’s expression eased somewhat, but he still reminded him.

"By the way, what does the scholar look like?"

Chen Xuan suddenly asked.

The question baffled all five present.

They did not understand what he meant!

After a moment, Niu Qiang thought for a while and quickly replied, "He looks rather delicate and fair-skinned!"

"Fair-skinned, delicate!"

Chen Xuan repeated in his mind and suddenly, two words appeared in his brain.

"Tian Bo!"

Could it be him?

Although he wasn’t sure why, he had a vague feeling in his heart that it was probably that damned old man.

Damn it!

If it’s really him, even if he has connections and can’t be killed, he should be thoroughly beaten.

No one to mind his own territory!

Making trouble for him!

"Alright, keep watching. Notify me if there’s any news!"

Finished speaking, he directly left the Three Law Division.

...

Upon leaving the Three Law Division, Chen Xuan arrived at Zhuo Wu’s place.

"Senior, please have some tea. I made a real effort to get this!"

Zhuo Wu smiled with a sincere expression, standing respectfully to the side.

Chen Xuan didn’t hesitate and took a gentle sip.

Instantly, a refreshing aroma filled his mouth, even clearing his mind significantly.

"Good tea!"

After praising, he pointed to an adjacent stool, "Sit down!"

"Alright, thank you, Senior!"

Zhuo Wu cautiously sat down, but only half-seated.

"Seems like my efforts weren’t in vain!"

He felt pleased in his heart.

Although his life was once held by Chen Xuan, initially he lived in daily fear.

But as time passed, he found it was the same as before; Chen Xuan didn’t use his life to threaten anything, so it didn’t matter anymore.

Moreover, Chen Xuan hardly bothered him; even if there were forces contesting territory with his Celestial Profound Gang before, since mentioning it to Chen Xuan, such matters never happened again.

Hence, Zhuo Wu died loyal to Chen Xuan.

As long as Chen Xuan ordered him, he’d rush to accomplish it first and ensure it was done satisfactorily.

For this, Chen Xuan rewarded him with many pills.

"Didn’t you mention before that the Celestial Profound Gang’s territory was too small?"

Originally seated, Zhuo Wu immediately stood up, showing an enthusiastic expression.

"Senior... could it be...?"

"Hm!"

Chen Xuan nodded slightly, extending a hand to indicate for him to sit down.

"Hehe, got a bit too excited, sorry, Senior!"

Zhuo Wu laughed awkwardly, scratched his head, and then gently sat down.

"Are you interested in the San Cai Sect’s Western Domain at the rMolan Mansion?"

After Chen Xuan finished speaking, Zhuo Wu was first momentarily stunned, then deliriously happy; he couldn’t sit anymore and directly knelt on one knee, "If the Lord is willing to help me seize the territory of the San Cai Sect, you shall be my reborn parents henceforth!"

After showing his loyalty, he bowed his head.

It’s not surprising he was so excited; the San Cai Sect.

Its territory was at least five times larger than the Celestial Profound Gang, the benefits evident.

He originally thought Chen Xuan would help him gain a few more streets.

Unexpectedly... hahahaha... it was the San Cai Sect.

Something he never dared to hope for.

Knowing the Sect Leader of the San Cai Sect was a Mid-Stage Immortal Grade expert.

Crushing him would be as easy as crushing an ant.

"But there are conditions!"

Chen Xuan said slowly.

What he liked about Zhuo Wu was his efficiency, though his strength was somewhat lacking.

But for Chen Xuan, that was not a big issue.

After all, someone who could get things done was more valuable than anything.

"Senior, please speak, no matter how difficult, I will surely accomplish it!"

Zhuo Wu suddenly lifted his head and responded loudly.

At that moment, Chen Xuan saw ambition in his eyes.

"Nice look, I like it!"

People with ambition are the easiest to control. Even if their lives are in your hands, there’s a clear difference between working sincerely and working for one’s life.

"Heh heh!"

Zhuo Wu grinned, it’s not that he has ambition, it’s that Chen Xuan gave him confidence.

After swallowing up the Three Talents Sect, his Celestial Profound Gang should be able to rank among the top three forces of Molan Mansion.

As long as you’re not a coward, you’ll have thoughts.

"I want you to keep an eye on Tian Bo from the Three Judicial Departments in Molan Mansion’s Western Domain. I need to know his every move! Can you... do it?"

"Late-Stage Immortal Grade expert, Tian Bo!"

Zhuo Wu’s smile vanished instantly, replaced by a serious expression.

"Exactly! What? Afraid?"

Chen Xuan taunted him.

"Afraid!"

Zhuo Wu did not hide a thing from Chen Xuan.

Afraid? Of course!

He’s a Late-Stage Immortal Grade expert. In Zhuo Wu’s eyes, he’s not even as significant as an ant.

How could he not be afraid!

But... for the territory of the Three Talents Sect, he’ll risk everything!

Immediately, he shouted loudly, "Afraid, but I can still do it!"

"Good!"

Chen Xuan clapped his hands in praise.

"If you can manage this, the Three Talents Sect will be yours, and I can guarantee your safety!"

With this assurance, Zhuo Wu was instantly overjoyed.

If successful, the Three Talents Sect is his. Even if it fails, his life won’t be in danger.

Do it!

Not daring to do this would be foolish!

After Chen Xuan left, Zhuo Wu sat there pondering for a long time. Finally, he stood up abruptly and shouted out, "Come here!"

...

Molan Mansion’s Three Judicial Departments headquarters.

Zongzheng sat with furrowed brows at the top.

Meanwhile, Qin Ke stood below, having just reported the major events occurring in Molan Mansion recently.

"You said chaos suddenly broke out in the city?"

Zongzheng was quite puzzled. Hadn’t so many white-clad officials been sent to each Three Judicial Departments branch? How could this happen?

"Yes, theft, robbery, etc., have increased lately!"

"And the answer from those in white is that they lack manpower! They hope we send more people over!"

As for the incident near Chen Xuan’s area involving a man losing face, Qin Ke replaced it with etc.

"Sending people? Send a damn thing!"

Zongzheng cursed internally.

After a cleanup by the Three Judicial Departments, so many people were removed, Molan Mansion is too big, there are simply no more manpower available.

Even so, given another chance, he’d still clean those people out.

Only by such means could he tightly control the Three Judicial Departments.

As for the chaos in the city... it’s merely a beginning, should cease afterward.

Thus he spoke up, "Tell them to handle it themselves. If done well, there’ll be hefty rewards. If done poorly, don’t blame me for being rude."

The core duty of the Three Judicial Departments is maintaining stability in their respective areas.

Every year, Great Yu sends people to secretly investigate.

If a major issue arises, Great Yu will punish them severely.

"Yes, sir, I shall convey your words to them immediately!"

Qin Ke responded promptly and then exited the hall.

"Why did things suddenly become chaotic?"

Zongzheng squinted, a glint of cold flashed by.

"Humph!"

With a cold snort, there’s undoubtedly shadows of those big families behind this, otherwise, how could it all be in disarray?

It’s simply dissatisfaction over his purging of those people.

They’re now united to demonstrate against him!

But....

"Let’s see how it plays out!"

...

Three days passed.

To Chen Xuan’s surprise, no incident of males losing face occurred in the Eastern Domain during these three days.

If at first he was merely suspicious, he now can almost be certain it’s definitely Tian Bo.

The reason for the absence was Chen Xuan purposely causing chaos in the Western Domain, far more disorderly than other regions.

"Heh heh, old bastard!"

"If I catch you, I’ll break your third leg, ending your fun forever!"

Speaking, a fierce determination shone in Chen Xuan’s eyes.

...

Western Domain!

Inside Tian Bo’s mansion.

"Alright, alright, don’t be angry. When it comes down to it, it’s those big families’ dissatisfaction with Zongzheng, we’re innocent victims!"

Beside Tian Bo, a handsome man in white, with especially fair skin, was gently comforting.

"Humph!"

"Why should their issues harm me!"

Tian Bo snorted coldly.

"Oh dear... Don’t be angry, calm down!"

The man’s fair hands gently soothed him, calming his breathing from top to bottom.

"If worse comes to worst, I won’t be this damn white-clad officer anymore. Let anyone else take it. We lack nothing anyway!"

"You know nothing!"

Tian Bo glared at him.

The man awkwardly smiled, not daring to speak further.

Though Tian Bo is fond of him, he knows this old man’s heart is ruthless.

If truly provoked, even if he spares his life, it’d be tough to bear.

Originally intending to comfort him, he unexpectedly stirred up trouble instead.