Embroidered Uniform Guard: I Can Plunder Talents

I told you not to keep advancing your Martial Arts cultivation.

So you started practicing mage arts instead, didn’t you?

This Fu Zhengqing obviously began dual cultivating mage arts only after closing himself off for training, becoming a Mage.

Otherwise, I would’ve noticed it earlier.

But the years I secluded myself weren’t that long.

Judging by the mage aura on Fu Zhengqing, Yan Fuhai estimated that even if not Third Grade, he was certainly at least Fourth Grade.

To go from knowing nothing to becoming a Fourth Grade Mage in just these few years—such mage talent is hard to come by, even in Liuli Dynasty, famous for producing mages.

Even Yan Fuhai had to admit.

This Fu Zhengqing is indeed a genius.

If I hadn’t limited him from the start, maybe in the future, Fu Zhengqing could really glimpse the elegance of a Land Immortal through his own efforts.

Instead of being like me, who only had a chance to reach the heights of a Land Immortal by taking shortcuts.

But precisely because of this...

Yan Fuhai became even less able to tolerate Fu Zhengqing’s existence.

If Fu Zhengqing could just behave himself, fine; but now it’s clear that Fu Zhengqing simply doesn’t know how to be obedient.

"As long as Master gives the order, I would die a thousand deaths without regret!"

At the side, Wei Hongfang declared firmly.

Judging by that stance—

If Yan Fuhai just said the word, Wei Hongfang would probably rush over immediately and fight Fu Zhengqing to the death.

"No need. Your life still serves other purposes!"

Sending Wei Hongfang to kill Fu Zhengqing?

Isn’t that just sending Wei Hongfang to his death?

Right now, I still need Wei Hongfang as my lackey; obviously, I won’t let him die needlessly.

"Once the day comes I don’t need you anymore, I’ll find another way to send you to your death—no rush."

Yan Fuhai spoke indifferently.

Wei Hongfang didn’t mind at all; instead, he looked cheerful.

"This life of mine is your gift, Master. Whenever you want it, you can take it. I only hope my life will end for your sake—that’s enough for me!"

He spoke with such sincerity.

In acting skills, Wei Hongfang is indeed inferior to Fu Zhengqing.

But at least Wei Hongfang genuinely means it.

His words made Yan Fuhai glance at him a couple more times.

"Enough. In the next while, have people keep a closer watch on Fu Zhengqing’s movements. As for Ye Liuyun, don’t mind him for now. Knowing I’m about to die, Fu Zhengqing won’t be able to sit still."

Since Ye Liuyun takes pleasure in watching others tormented to death—

Let him look all he likes.

This little quirk is still something I can tolerate.

The most critical person now is Fu Zhengqing.

Since he dares to defy me and secretly cultivate mage arts, I don’t believe Fu Zhengqing will keep behaving himself. It’s inevitable he’ll make a move.

"Yes, Master!"

Hearing this, Wei Hongfang nodded solemnly and immediately turned to leave and get on with things.

Only Yan Fuhai was left alone in the bedchamber.

Staring at the horizon, his gaze narrowed, seemingly lost deep in thought.

"Cough cough!"

A fit of sharp coughing; he casually wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, but instead, his expression grew relaxed.

"Much better than before. In a few days, this Destiny Retribution should be completely avoided!"

When that time comes—

I can wield the full power of Land Immortal without any restraint.

Since my breakthrough, I haven’t truly displayed any means yet.

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"No one’s watching anymore?"

The next day.

On the way to the Embroidered Uniform Guard headquarters—

Ye Liuyun noticed the gazes that had been covertly observing him the last few days were now gone. So they’ve stopped watching?

Back when those people first started monitoring him, Ye Liuyun already noticed.

No need to think—at a time like this, whoever’s stalking him

could only be sent by the old emperor, Yan Fuhai; no one else fits.

But Ye Liuyun never cared anyway. Whatever happens, happens.

Just hadn’t expected—

That after only a few days, the watchers were gone.

If you can’t even manage a little patience, forget about tailing anyone.

Right now, Great Qian Imperial City is like the last calm before a storm—any moment, a tempest could break out and shatter everything.

But—

Ye Liuyun doesn’t plan to be anyone’s cannon fodder in this turmoil.

If others want to stir up trouble, let them; Ye Liuyun absolutely won’t get involved so easily.

Just as well—

Yue Xiu had invited him previously.

And with nothing else to do now, Ye Liuyun, after visiting the Embroidered Uniform Guard, went straight to Yue Xiu’s General’s Mansion.

As head of the generals, Yue Xiu certainly isn’t short on money.

But—

Yue Xiu isn’t someone greedy for wealth or pleasure.

The General’s Mansion had no hint of luxury; in fact, it looked rather plain and unremarkable, so much so that from afar, it resembled some ordinary residence.

But once inside—

Apart from the many weapons displayed around, there wasn’t anything setting it apart from a typical courtyard.

"Old man thought you weren’t coming!"

While Ye Liuyun was surveying the area—

Yue Xiu’s hearty, full-voiced greeting rang out.