Chapter 1149 - 950: I'm Just a Runner

After issuing the order, Bai Sheng pasted back the skin that Gong Yuanzhi had torn off, displaying skilled technique, indicative of an expert in this field.

Then, his gaze shifted to the old man, reaching out to check him carefully.

Upon estimating his cultivation slightly, Bai Sheng's eyelid twitched with surprise, discovering the opponent's cultivation matched his, indicating he was also a master at the Upper Heaven Immortal Realm.

Thinking of the clues related to the Demon Path relic, he suddenly took out a long red needle and jabbed it into the old man's dantian through the black cloth bag.

The needle lingered momentarily before being pulled out, revealing faint black Qi dissipating from it.

Bai Sheng's gaze moved to the old man's face, secretly marveling that it truly was the Demon Path.

Nowadays, the Demon Path is not flourishing; such a level of Demon Cultivator shouldn't be nameless. I don't know which Demon Path individual I accidentally stumbled upon.

His gaze shifted again to Gong Yuanzhi's face, wondering what his involvement with the Demon Path meant.

With a flick, shaking off the remaining Demonic Qi from the long red needle, he jabbed it into Gong Yuanzhi's dantian.

After withdrawing the needle, Bai Sheng gasped in shock, seeing faint black Qi drifting on the needle, incredulously acknowledging that the son of Nanshan Right Minister was also a Demon Cultivator?

This circumstance profoundly shocked him.

He wondered if the Right Minister knew the true identity of his son. If so, the thought was terrifying!

Now, he finally understood why the Manor Master of Green Rong Manor was tied to the disappearance related to the Demon Path relic under Extreme Abyss. It was the handiwork of the Demon Path.

This, akin to verifying Shi Chun's claim from another angle, ignited his anticipation even further.

At this time, Xu You was still waiting in Nanshan Royal City. Upon receiving the news of success, Xu You immediately informed Chai Wenwu, "Sir, you can rest easy. They have succeeded; we are to proceed to Heavenly Capital for the handover."

Chai Wenwu, pacing anxiously under the eaves, was understandably anxious as the deadline from Lord Commander had arrived.

Upon learning of the achievement, he rejoiced greatly, waving his hand, "Let's go!"

Not willing to wait even a moment.

The two hurried away, rushing directly to Xun Field, passing through Xun Gate and arriving at Heavenly Capital, heading straight to the meeting point.

Though Heavenly Capital was still in broad daylight, Bai Sheng didn't mind and went directly for the deal, without any detours.

No choice, as both Bai Sheng and Shi Chun were racing against time imposed by Lord Commander.

Chai Wenwu wasn't foolish either; receiving the goods surely led to verifying them, discovering the target was stripped didn't matter as much as realizing the target's face was fake.

He immediately became unhappy, tore off Gong Yuanzhi's mask, and questioned the cloaked delivery person, "For this small task, I spent eight million, and you dare deceive me with a fake?"

Bai Sheng nearly laughed with anger, fortunately having foresight, placing the expert's irrefutable stance ahead, and coldly replied, "I don't know why he wears a mask, but I know he is the Manor Master of Green Rong Manor. I've accepted the money and handed over the person; take it or leave it."

Finished speaking, he deliberately cast powerful magic to intimidate.

Chai Wenwu indeed recognized the situation, was intimidated into silence, then watched helplessly as the cloaked individual ran off.

Xu You was cooperative, inspected Gong Yuanzhi before asking, "That person's reputation is quite good, sir, are you sure this isn't the Manor Master of Green Rong Manor?"

Chai Wenwu crouched down, truly unsure if it was real.

Suddenly, he sprang up, frantically pulling out a Mother-child Talisman, realizing the incoming message must be from Shi Chun, as there couldn't be anyone else commanding such attention.

He hadn't expected Lord Commander to still be in Heavenly Capital.

The message from Lord Commander naturally had no other matters, stated the deadline had arrived, and asked how well the task assigned was being handled.

This was Bai Sheng impersonating Shi Chun's message, without alternative, Bai Sheng feared this old rascal might mistakenly sabotage his efforts, he promptly contacted after leaving to avoid any accidents.

Chai Wenwu dared not affirm the unconscious person was the true target, thus straightforwardly reported: Sir, the target is caught, found wearing a mask, still uncertain if it's the real target.

Secretly relieved behind a nearby corner, Bai Sheng quickly replied: Leave it to me, I'll verify.

The parties arranged a meeting point and met again.

Upon reuniting, Bai Sheng naturally transformed into Shi Chun, confidently affirming upon seeing the bare man handed over by Chai Wenwu, "Yes, it's him. Old Chai, well done this time."

Receiving praise from Lord Commander, Chai Wenwu grinned broadly, confirming task completion, his heart completely at ease, immediately flattering, "All thanks to your strategic planning, sir, I merely executed and ran errands."

Bai Sheng stashed the sleeping Gong Yuanzhi back into the black cloth bag, sealing it, not wishing to engage further with this flatterer, especially since the compliments weren't directed at him, prompting discomfort, he hurriedly waved him off, "Alright, continue with your duties."

However, the words left a lasting impression, planning to use them later when dealing with Shi Chun, striving to match Chai Wenwu's character to avoid exposure.

"Yes, I will fulfill your great expectations." Chai Wenwu bowed respectfully and stepped back.

Leaving the place, with no others around, Chai Wenwu excitedly patted Xu You's shoulder, "Brother Xu, that person's reputation was indeed good. Next time we have an issue, we'll seek him again."

"Um..." Xu You hesitated briefly, then forced a smile hiding unease, "Yes, indeed not bad."

Chai Wenwu sighed again, "The price is just too high. If we frequent his place, I think we can ask him to lower the price."

Xu You smiled awkwardly, "You are right, Sir."

A household in the Heavenly Capital, an outside order from a renowned restaurant arrived, the door opened, and a woman received the delivery.

At least in the eyes of the delivery guy, it was a woman receiving the delivery, but in fact, it was the effect of Huang Yingying's Demon Eyes.

After closing the door, Huang Yingying carried the food box to the main hall, set the table, where Shi Chun and Wu Jinliang were also present, and opened the wine and dishes for a small drink together.

This residence was not just a temporary stopover, nor rented, but secretly bought by Wu Jinliang. Nowadays, they were no longer who they used to be, spending such money was nothing. They bought many similar houses in key regions for temporary needs.

While the three were eating and drinking, a fluctuation of Mana came from the side hall, followed by footsteps. Yu Xuanbing suddenly lifted the curtain and walked out, nodding at Shi Chun, "Chai Wenwu has handed the person over to Bai Sheng, who is heading towards the Xun Field."

Shi Chun immediately put down his wine cup and took out the Mother-child Talisman to contact Chai Wenwu, knowing all too well that the actual contact was with the Illusion Demon King Bai Sheng.

Their presence in the Heavenly Capital was due to tracking Chai Wenwu from the Nanshan Royal City, because Shi Chun knew Bai Sheng had to make a deal with Chai Wenwu after getting his way.

The main reason was Yu Xuanbing's Divine Skills didn't dare to track Bai Sheng for too long, fearing discovery by the old demon, whereas tailing Chai Wenwu was much easier.

Of course, Yu Xuanbing also realized that they were playing tricks on Bai Sheng here.

Shi Chun's reason to contact Bai Sheng was also justified, asking: "Heard you came to the Heavenly Capital?"

In the carriage on the way to Xun Field, Bai Sheng took out the Mother-child Talisman, feeling slightly surprised to learn the other party was also in the Heavenly Capital.

Of course, he was also puzzled about how the other party knew Chai Wenwu was in the Heavenly Capital. Unsure of how they found out, he suspected that some of Chai Wenwu's other subordinates were acting as informants, which is just human nature for someone in control.

Being in the Heavenly Capital is fine, saves him another trip to the Heavenly Domain, where entering and exiting the Xun Gate is a hassle, too crowded, making it difficult to slip by using illusion.

People have a herd mentality, the channel to the Heavenly Domain often gets crowded due to long queues, making even those undecided about moving want to follow suit, afraid of missing out, leading many who weren't that poor yet wanting to move.

Bai Sheng immediately replied: "Sir, you are wise. I am currently in the Heavenly Capital."

Shi Chun questioned: "Your promised five-day period has expired. Can you still accomplish what you vowed? If not, I'll make other plans."

Bai Sheng earnestly replied: "I'm fortunate not to have failed the mission; the person has been captured and is being sent to the Heavenly Domain."

Shi Chun immediately expressed appreciation: "Not bad, not bad. Since I'm here, there's no need to send them to the Heavenly Domain; meet at Little Qing Mountain's Xuanjing Lake on the outskirts."

Bai Sheng replied: "Yes, Sir, as you command."

After putting away the Mother-child Talisman, he immediately instructed the carriage to change direction.

Inside the household's main hall, Shi Chun also got up and called out to the people, "Forget it, stop eating, let's go meet that Manor Master."

Wu Jinliang chuckled, rubbing his hands in excitement, feeling it was interesting to have captured the father of the person who once humiliated Gong Shaoci, thinking thirty years east, thirty years west of the river.

However, halfway through the journey, Shi Chun left him and Yu Xuanbing behind, taking only Huang Yingying to the meeting.

When Shi Chun and Huang Yingying arrived at the lake, Bai Sheng, disguised as Chai Wenwu, had already arrived first and was waiting.

After some polite exchanges, Shi Chun saw Gong Yuanzhi, stripped bare, whom he didn't recognize, but his right eye's superpower revealed the Demon Essence within the person, approximately at the Heavenly Immortal Minor Realm.

He clicked his tongue inwardly but outwardly showed confusion, "Is this the Manor Master of Green Rong Manor? Doesn't quite match the rumored appearance."

Bai Sheng said, "Sir, he previously wore a mask."

Shi Chun nodded slightly, "I see, well done."

Bai Sheng promptly flattered back, cupping his hands: "All thanks to your strategic planning, Sir; I am merely the legwork."

Shi Chun chuckled, "I'll take him for interrogation. If there are follow-up leads, it might still require you to handle it."

This was exactly what Bai Sheng wanted. He instantly accepted the order with cupped hands, "Sir, rest assured; I will perform my duties without hesitation!"

Listening from the side, Huang Yingying couldn't help but twitch her lips, finally realizing that those high and mighty officials were just like that.

Shi Chun waved his hand, "Alright, go about your business now."

He tilted his head slightly as a signal, Huang Yingying immediately picked up the black cloth bag and flew away with Shi Chun.

Bai Sheng maintained his gesture of seeing them off for a long while, only disappearing once they were completely out of sight.

On the way, Shi Chun and Old Huang landed to reunite with Wu Jinliang and Yu Xuanbing in the mountains, and the group immediately retreated underground.

While burning the Death Refusing Incense, Wu Jinliang asked, "I wonder if Bai Sheng will be targeted by the Demon Eye. Will Old Chai be implicated?"

They had experience dealing with the Demon Eye, and when Shi Chun went to meet Bai Sheng, they had a method to conceal their aura, so they weren't afraid of being tracked by the Demon Eye. As for Bai Sheng, they didn't know.

Almost simultaneously, several carriages came out from the Guoxun Gate, connecting Nanshan Royal City to the Heavenly Capital. Inside the leading vehicle, three Demon Eye Cultivators with blood-red eyes, wearing veils, were observing the aura they were tracking through the gaps in the vehicle.