Investigation

The Chunyu Family Patriarch, having been subjected to the soul secret art, confessed everything honestly, without the slightest concealment. “Excellent.” Luo Feng stood amidst the mist, pressing further, “Who else do you know possesses Xueluo Crystals?” The primary task of a Blood Warrior is to obtain three Xueluo Crystals and successfully fuse with them! Knowing the legends of ‘Blood Warriors’ and the even more incredible ‘Black Warriors,’ Luo Feng naturally felt a surge of anticipation. He hoped to first become a Blood Warrior, and perhaps even strive to become a Black Warrior. Although Black Warriors were merely a legend in the Xueluo World, if it was a legend, it could potentially become reality. And clearly, with Luo Feng’s personality, he would never give up without trying. Everyone believes they are unique! Luo Feng was no exception; he simply had a clearer understanding of himself. “Master, I can only confirm that my family’s Old Ancestor and General Shifeng Zhan possess Xueluo Crystals. Others are unconfirmed, merely rumors,” Chunyu Chong replied with utmost reverence. “Rumors?” Luo Feng raised an eyebrow. “Yes, but regarding our Yangang Territory Lord, Shifeng Xiong, while I cannot confirm if he has Xueluo Crystals or how many, I am very confident that Lord Shifeng Xiong definitely possesses unfused Xueluo Crystals—at least one,” Chunyu Chong affirmed. “Oh?” Luo Feng looked at Chunyu Chong. “Shifeng Xiong has a powerful background; his mentor is the ‘World City Lord’ of our world,” Chunyu Chong explained. “Long ago, Shifeng Xiong successfully fused with a Xueluo Crystal. After he broke through to the Domain-level, he quickly became the Lord of Yangang Territory. Afterward, he secretly bestowed a Xueluo Crystal upon his younger brother, Shifeng Zhan.” “For warriors, the more Xueluo Crystals, the better. One who has fused with one will always desire to fuse with a second!” “Since he even gave one to his younger brother, it indicates that obtaining ‘Xueluo Crystals’ is not too difficult for Shifeng Xiong; at the very least, he has a method,” Chunyu Chong said confidently. “Moreover, given Shifeng Xiong’s selfish nature, if he could give one to his brother, he must have at least one more reserved for himself. I even suspect he possesses more than one Xueluo Crystal!” Luo Feng nodded slightly. That made a lot of sense. … Immediately, Luo Feng disposed of Chunyu Chong’s body and quietly returned to the Flying Cloud Pavilion in Yangang Territory under the cover of night. … The Chunyu Family was deeply entrenched in Yangang Territory, its influence far surpassing that of the Shifeng Family. When it raged, the entire Yangang City trembled. In the Chunyu Family mansion, on the first floor of the purple-flame sandalwood three-story pavilion, Chunyu Family Old Ancestor, Chunyu Tao, sat in the main seat with his eyes half-closed. The other high-ranking members of the Chunyu Family stood respectfully on either side like obedient grandchildren, while dozens knelt in the hall, and hundreds more knelt outside. “Grandfather, these are all the secret sentries and guard leaders from Yukeqi’s residence to the Patriarch’s location. They all personally saw Yukeqi with a black-robed man,” an old man with white hair, who looked even older than Chunyu Tao, said respectfully. “Speak, what did the black-robed man look like?” Chunyu Tao said indifferently, his eyes still closed. “Unknown,” the old man shook his head repeatedly. “Hmm?” Chunyu Tao’s face showed anger. He opened his eyes, and two visible beams of light shot out, fixing on the old man. “They, hundreds of them saw the black-robed man, but not a single one can recall what he looked like,” the old man quickly explained. “At the time, they felt nothing special, only that the black-robed man was very ordinary, nothing peculiar. But now, recalling it, they feel the black-robed man’s face is blurry and indistinct. Besides knowing he wore a black robe, they remember nothing else.” Chunyu Tao turned to look at the kneeling group below. “Old Ancestor, I don’t remember, I truly can’t recall.” “I clearly saw him at the time, but, but I just can’t remember what he looked like.” “I was staring at him then, but now…” … The group of secret sentries spoke in terrified unison. Chunyu Tao was startled by this. Many of these secret sentries and guard leaders were Sky-level peak (Star-level Ninth Tier). To subtly influence such experts without their knowledge, even a Universe-level Spirit Reader would find it difficult. It would require an extremely terrifying control over mental power and consciousness to achieve such a feat invisibly. “When did such an expert appear in my Yangang Territory?” Chunyu Tao pondered. “However, he entered so cautiously, his strength is definitely not my match. If he were stronger than me, there would be no need for such caution; he could have simply forced his way in.” “Listen to me, all of you!” Chunyu Tao coldly glared at the high-ranking family members standing respectfully in the hall. “A dignified Patriarch of our Chunyu Family was taken from our heavily guarded mansion, his life or death unknown. This is an insult to our Chunyu Family! We must find this person, otherwise, our Chunyu Family will be secretly ridiculed by countless people in Yangang Territory!” “Go find him!” “Investigate all suspicious individuals. The culprit’s strength is at least Cloud-level peak, and very likely has stepped into the Domain-level! Investigate through all channels, look for any strange and mysterious experts who have appeared! Remember, even if you find them, do not act; immediately notify me.” Chunyu Tao looked at the group. “Even if Chong’er survives this, he is no longer fit to be Patriarch. This pursuit of the culprit… is my test for you. After this matter, I will select a new Patriarch from among you. Now, dismiss.” “Yes!” The eyes of the high-ranking members lit up. They responded loudly in unison, then quickly departed. They were going all out. To become the next Patriarch, these high-ranking members brought forth all their hidden resources. Soon, various secret messages were uncovered, and information on strange, mysterious experts, or individuals suspected of being such, was recorded. … The next day, at dawn. *Rumble rumble* ~~~ Tens of thousands of soldiers in black scale armor surged forth like a black cloud. At their head was a tall, burly figure in deep red scale armor. His appearance was very similar to Yangang Territory Lord Shifeng Xiong, but with an added trace of ferocity, making him appear even more valiant and savage. “Tch!” Shifeng Zhan, sitting atop a desolate beast, a Green-Scaled Serpent Dragon, spat in annoyance. “That damn Chunyu Chong, even after being killed, I have to help catch the culprit. My elder brother too, making me cooperate!” “Hehe, but that scoundrel Chunyu Chong, who knows what kind of expert he provoked? To be killed right in his own mansion, it’s truly delightful,” Shifeng Zhan chuckled softly. The two deputy generals beside him twitched their faces. Their general controlled the entire military power of Yangang Territory, yet he acted recklessly. He and Chunyu Chong were the wildest pair of scoundrels. True scoundrels indeed; Shifeng Zhan was actually happy about Chunyu Chong’s death. And he took his sweet time, waiting until dawn to lead his army to investigate. “General, that’s the Flying Cloud Pavilion ahead,” a deputy general said respectfully. “Hmm.” Shifeng Zhan glanced into the distance, saying indifferently, “Flying Cloud Pavilion is the best accommodation in our Yangang Territory. Given the culprit’s strength and status, they might very well be staying there.” “General, if that person truly intended to deal with Chunyu Chong, they probably wouldn’t stay in a place like Flying Cloud Pavilion. It’s likely more secretive,” another deputy general whispered. “Slap!” Shifeng Zhan swung his hand, striking the deputy general, who spat out a mouthful of blood. Both he and the desolate beast beneath him swayed. “Idiot,” Shifeng Zhan glared at him. “If I say it’s Flying Cloud Pavilion, then it’s Flying Cloud Pavilion. Damn it, can’t you just go through the motions? Are you really going to find the culprit for the Chunyu Family?” The deputy general nodded repeatedly, not daring to speak. “Truly an idiot. If you say such foolish things again, I’ll have to replace this deputy of mine. I usually thought you were sensible, did you hit your head today?” Shifeng Zhan rubbed his chin, looking up at the Flying Cloud Pavilion in the distance. “Go, I’ll give you a chance to redeem yourself. Bring out all the Cloud-level guests from Flying Cloud Pavilion, and any guests they themselves suspect are experts. I want to see every single one.” “Yes!” The beaten deputy general loudly accepted the order. … Immediately, he led a tens of thousands-strong army, rumbling towards Flying Cloud Pavilion. The pavilion covered a diameter of over ten kilometers, and as the army entered, chaos erupted. “Pavilion Master, it’s not that I’m disrespecting you, but you know what a major incident has occurred! The General has ordered that all your Cloud-level guests, and any guests you yourselves suspect are experts, must be brought out to me,” the deputy general said from atop his Winged Tiger Beast, a large group of soldiers behind him. “Understood.” “We will certainly cooperate.” The fat, small-eyed Pavilion Master immediately ordered a large group of his subordinates to lead the way. … In Cloud-level, room 892, a secluded pavilion. Luo Feng was dressed in loose robes, reading a book. It had been more than half the night since the incident, which, by Earth time, would have been two or three days. “Chunyu Chong was just killed by me, and now the city is in an uproar, but it has nothing to do with me. I’ll make my move on Shifeng Zhan tonight,” Luo Feng thought, reading and planning his next move with ease. Suddenly, there was a commotion outside, a series of shouts. “Quick!” “Come out!” “Sir, General Shifeng of Yangang Territory has given the order, please come out just this once.” “Hurry.” “Over there, hurry.” A series of shouts came from outside. Luo Feng frowned. He had anticipated that Chunyu Chong’s death would cause a stir, but he hadn’t expected the search to reach Flying Cloud Pavilion so early in the morning. The footsteps outside rapidly approached and grew louder. Suddenly, the courtyard gate was pushed open forcefully, and over a dozen soldiers rushed in. Led by a servant, they were heading towards the pavilion. As the servant rushed into the hall and saw Luo Feng, he apologized, “Sir, General Shifeng has ordered a search for the culprit, please help us out.” “Quick, come out.” “Hurry.” The soldiers rushed directly towards Luo Feng, shouting at him.