Chapter 279
[Master, Little Zhu is telling you, this person is a fish that slipped through the net of the Wind and Rain Pavilion, because he came in when you struck the Cao family with lightning. As a result, he actually managed to avoid the imperial court's hunt for the pavilion's remnants.
This person is named Wu Lao'er, a trusted aide of the old pavilion master, Feng Yang.
His mission to infiltrate the recruit camp is only known to the current pavilion master, Luo Feng, and the old master, Feng Yang.
That Luo Feng is tight-lipped; even under severe torture, he didn't give him up. It shows he's a die-hard villain.
Today, because of a bowl of soup, this Wu Lao'er unexpectedly learned that you came to the military camp and are staying for lunch. Naturally, he felt his chance to kill you had arrived.
Although poisoning you is a bit risky, the rewards are equally great. His eagerness to make a major contribution drove him to take the desperate risk of poisoning you.]
"Little Zhu, doesn't Wu Lao'er know that the Wind and Rain Pavilion has already been destroyed? Their pavilion master, vice pavilion master, and all the assassins, except for the 'temps', have all been either captured or killed.
Even if he succeeds, who is he going to claim his reward from?"
[Master, the news of the Great Yan's Wind and Rain Pavilion being uprooted has not only spread through every street and alley of Shangjing City, but the other five nations know about it too.
They have also begun to encircle and intercept the Wind and Rain Pavilions within their own borders.
It can be said that except for the headquarters in Western Qiang, the pavilions in the other four nations are truly tottering in the wind and rain.
However, it is only tottering; the foundation of the Wind and Rain Pavilion hasn't been harmed.
Therefore, Wu Lao'er, who knows the inside story of the pavilion very well, is clear that as long as he can successfully escape, find the contact person outside, travel west, and safely reach Western Qiang, he will be the number one hero.
His name will become famous not only in the Wind and Rain Pavilion but also in Youtan and the Tianxing Pavilion after a single battle.]
"In the end, he just wants to step on my life to make a name for himself!"
Uh, there is nothing wrong with this summary!
The system laughed and immediately said, [But Master, with me, the Realm-Breaking Bead, by your side, even if you make enemies of the whole world, you will remain completely unharmed and retreat safely.]
"Why should I retreat? Even if my divine power is gone, I still have my godhood. This mortal flesh and blood is nothing but a shackle confining me now.
Once I break free from this shackle, could this tiny mortal realm withstand even a single strike from me?
Besides, why would I make enemies of the whole world for no reason? Do I have too much free time?"
[Hehehe, Master, it's just a figure of speech!
Besides, with Little Zhu here, why would a tiny mortal realm require you to personally take action?
Wouldn't that be a slap to Little Zhu's face?]
The crowd was already listening with trepidation, especially the three generations of the Yu family: Yu Chongshan, Yu Shuchun, and Yu Boming.
They were terrified that if Yue Fuguang got unhappy and really broke free from her 'shackles', wouldn't their big granddaughter, niece, or sister be shattered into pieces?
Several people glared at Wei Ping and Cai Xian with condemnation. The Wind and Rain Pavilion was the responsibility of these two guys.
They couldn't even interrogate a single Luo Feng properly, allowing the Junior Preceptor to fall into 'danger'. Truly incompetent!
Wei Ping and Cai Xian also looked embarrassed, and even the young brothers Wei Yan and Cai Bing suddenly felt they couldn't lift their heads in front of their brothers.
It was bad enough that their fathers were unhelpful, but they were holding everyone back. They suddenly felt their chances of going to the Three Forks were even slimmer.
Looking at Lin Huaijing, who was sitting next to Yu Boming eating and drinking well, the brothers in distress got even redder eyes!
Meanwhile, Shen Chunying and Liu Wei, the two personal guards, had strikingly bright eyes. Their Junior Preceptor was simply too domineering.
Even if she made enemies of the people of the world, she wouldn't care at all. Was this the true portrayal of what Yu Huaixian said about immortals viewing mortals as ants?
Sitting opposite them, Yu Huaixian saw their expressions and almost couldn't resist rolling his eyes.
These people's understanding of his little cousin was still too superficial.
The name of an immortal brooks no blasphemy, mortals must maintain reverence, and those who act recklessly will surely be condemned. This was what they should do as guards.
He gave the two a meaningful look, silently retreated from the dining room, and headed toward the kitchen.
As for the people still worrying beside Yue Fuguang, hearing the divine artifact speaking with the sycophantic tone of Eunuch Qian, they almost couldn't help but laugh out loud.
[But Master is right.] The system continued to flatter, [We, master and servant, will live a low-profile life in this incarnation and safely complete this tribulation.
When Master successfully returns to Mount Lingxu, it will be the time for your promotion to High God.]
Yue Fuguang gave a reserved sound of agreement, feeling that enough groundwork had been laid, and said, "Little Zhu, I'll leave that person to you. I permit you to search his soul.
When the time comes, send the information you get anonymously to Wei Ping and Cai Xian, one copy each."
[Rest assured, Master. If these two guys still can't get it right this time, watch how I deal with them, hmph!]
Wei Ping and Cai Xian couldn't help shrinking their necks, instantly feeling a chill from head to toe. It was only mid-spring, but they broke out in a cold sweat!
They weren't afraid that the two ancestors would actually take their lives, but the methods of the divine artifact...
It didn't take lives, it took face!
Thinking of the fates of Wu Shouping and Zhang Tingji, as well as Xu Qian who was lying in bed ruined and waiting to die, the two men could hardly sit still.
Before the two could take any action, Wei Shouyi walked in carrying a clay pot.
He looked embarrassed and said, "Junior Preceptor, my lords, sorry for the wait."
He placed the fresh bamboo shoot and old duck stew in front of Yue Fuguang and said, "Something happened to a kitchen helper, which is why the food was served a bit slow."
The crowd, already curious about the outcome, immediately asked, "General Wei, what happened in the kitchen? Is it serious?"
"Yes, the military camp is a vital area and cannot be neglected. Small matters are also big matters. Lao Wei, quickly tell us!" Their faces full of eager gossip were fully revealed.
Wei Shouyi thought to himself: If you guys reigned in those eager expressions of wanting to watch a show, I, Lao Wei, might actually believe you!
However, the complexions of Minister Cai and Deputy Minister Wei didn't look good. Could the incident in the kitchen be related to them?
Wei Shouyi looked like a rough man, but he was actually very meticulous. With just a glance, he noticed something was off with these two.
Though his mind raced with thoughts, he smiled and replied, "Just now, an old woman working as a kitchen helper suddenly went crazy.
She was crying and laughing. I ordered the guards to hold her down, but as soon as they laid hands on her, we realized this wasn't an old woman at all.
It was clearly a man."
"Lao Wei, this person dressed as a woman to infiltrate the military camp. His purpose must be impure. You must investigate this thoroughly."
As the Minister of War, Huo Ying showed his attitude of taking this matter very seriously.
"Lao Wei, how did he get in? Does he have family? Where does he live when he is off duty?"
Wei Ping and Cai Xian finally found a place to be useful, throwing out a series of questions just to get involved.
"His family lives in a nearby village. He has a wife and children, but we don't know if they are his real relatives."
Wei Shouyi cupped his hands toward Yue Fuguang and the crowd, saying, "I am going to the village to apprehend people right now, so I cannot accompany you. Please forgive me, Junior Preceptor and my lords."
The crowd said dismissively, "General Wei, official duties come first."
"Go quickly, General Wei. We will help ourselves, no need to worry."
"Please enjoy your meal, everyone. I will take my leave first!"