Chapter 770 - 416: Arrangements (2)

Chapter 770: Chapter 416: Arrangements (2)

By now, the night had almost passed. The next morning, Chu Qing found Liu Qingyan and the other two, and handed them five maps he was holding:

"These are the locations of the various branches of the Mirror of Sin throughout Yu Lingbei. I have divided them into five according to the regions. Except for the Profound Mystery Sect, the Celestial Sound Mansion, Liaoyuan Mansion, Yao Tai Sect, Supreme Sword Sect, and Thousand Flowers Sect will each take one."

"I hope you all can wipe out these people completely within a month, leaving none behind."

Liu Qingyan unfolded the map in her hand. Chu Qing had already marked it, and he immediately handed the maps of Liaoyuan Mansion and Yao Tai Sect to them:

"The remaining maps for Supreme Sword Sect and Thousand Flowers Sect, I will send someone to deliver them."

"Alright."

Chu Qing nodded and said:

"There’s one more thing...

"Have you ever heard of ’Not the Monk’?"

"One of the Three Carefree Immortals of South Ridge?"

Liu Qingyan, well-versed, answered without hesitation.

Ouyang Tianfeng and the Yao Tai Sect woman looked at her admiringly, yet they didn’t know that ever since Liu Qingyan learned of Chu Qing’s background, she had been quite curious about the Southern Domain.

She had gathered a lot of intelligence and was naturally more informed than them.

Chu Qing nodded:

"As far as I know, this person has already arrived in Lingbei... but the exact purpose is unknown.

"Speaking of, this person has a high status in the South Ridge.

"Unlike Lingbei, South Ridge is in constant turmoil with conflicts continuously occurring between the two gangs, three halls, five doors, and a manor, rarely finding peace.

"As a result, there are many loose cultivators in the Martial World, with a significant number of unruly ones

"Among whom, the most outstanding ones are these Three Carefree Immortals.

"Given this person’s skills, if he has reached Lingbei, it’s impossible for him to go unnoticed...

"There’s something peculiar about this matter.

"Each of you spare some people to help me investigate this person’s whereabouts."

The most peculiar thing is, why would the Sword Emperor’s son have any involvement with a loose cultivator from the Southern Domain and South Ridge?

Why travel thousands of miles to Lingbei to find him?

Though curious, Chu Qing also didn’t plan to dig into the roots of this matter.

It’s a favor to the Sword Emperor’s son, whatever grudge exists between them, Chu Qing didn’t intend to delve into details.

Liu Qingyan and the others nodded in agreement, and with a wave of his hand, Chu Qing dismissed them.

Liu Qingyan didn’t leave, though. After Liaoyuan Mansion and Yao Tai Sect departed, she asked Chu Qing:

"What are you going to do next?"

"I naturally have other important matters..."

Chu Qing tilted his head at her:

"Why are you asking?"

"No reason, just asking."

Liu Qingyan rolled her eyes at him:

"Is it strange for a sister to care about her brother?"

"Not strange for others, but very strange for you!"

Chu Qing always felt this woman harbored no good intentions.

"Isn’t it just about pinching your face back then, do you really have to hold a grudge till now?"

Liu Qingyan rolled her eyes at him:

"Forget it, I won’t talk to you, but whatever you’re doing, be careful and don’t think you can act recklessly just because of your high martial arts prowess.

"There are countless experts in the Martial World, always stronger ones out there, don’t you know?"

"...Do I need you to remind me?"

"Your martial arts are too strong, it’s inevitable that you’re arrogant."

Liu Qingyan snorted:

"Now my father isn’t here, and aunt has returned to the South Ridge, so I’m the only elder around you, of course I have to watch over you.

"Lest you become arrogant and unruly at last."

After saying this, she left with an enigmatic demeanor, walking away leisurely.

Chu Qing, big fists and nowhere to unleash, found himself both crying and laughing.

Liu Qingyan and others left today, each to handle tasks for Chu Qing.

Wenren Qianluo also bid farewell...

Although only the Southern Domain Headquarters of the Mirror of Sin was destroyed now, she was still listed on a kill order, not completely out of danger.

But after understanding Chu Qing’s arrangements, she still bid farewell.

"I assume that now the Mirror of Sin has no time for themselves, they’re unlikely to trouble me.

"I have disturbed you all for a long time, it’s not right to continue bothering you... I bid you farewell."

Wenren Qianluo, holding the Hidden Dragon Sword, cupped her hands in salute:

"As I leave now, I will rebuild a residence at the old site of the Wenren family by Sheep River. If anyone needs anything in the future, feel free to find me by Sheep River.

"No matter through sword, fire, or water, I will not refuse."

"Mountains are high and waters are long, take care on your journey."

Chu Qing cupped his fists in return.

Wu Qianhuan and Gentle joined in with the courtesy.

Wenren Qianluo returned the salute again, before turning to leave, still with a very graceful demeanor.

After sending off the girl, Chu Qing turned to Huangfu Yixiao, who was fiercely tackling a table full of food:

"Huangfu brother, what do you plan to do next?"

"Are you trying to kick me out?"

Huangfu Yixiao retorted.

"Yes."

Chu Qing nodded.

Huangfu Yixiao’s words were often unexpected, straightforward, and caught people off guard.

At the root, it’s probably too much sincerity causing trouble...

After all, everyone can read between the lines, but often no one says it out loud, instead covering the real intention with agreeable words.

But Chu Qing didn’t intend to humor him. They were just acquaintances born of circumstance, and he agreed to help him find ’Not the Monk’ only because he was the Sword Emperor’s son.

Did he have to provide him with food and drink too?

Since the man was sincere, Chu Qing decided to respond in truth.

This time it was Huangfu Yixiao who was caught off guard. After a thought, he said:

"I initially wanted to cling to your side until we found ’Not the Monk’... Now that you’ve said this, I’m embarrassed to do so.

"Forget it, I’ll leave first then.

"Brother, keep me in mind though, if you find ’Not the Monk,’ you must inform me.

"Even if you can’t find me, make sure to keep him, break his limbs, cripple his martial arts, whatever, don’t let him escape.

"Don’t feel bad about it either, that shady monk is as sly as Li Juechen.

"Just handle it as you see fit."

Chu Qing raised an eyebrow slightly, truly curious about what ’Not the Monk’ had done to make Huangfu Yixiao hold such a deep grudge.

After thinking for a moment, he nodded:

"Alright, I understand."

"Then I’ll be off."

Huangfu Yixiao cupped his hands at Chu Qing, and also bid farewell to Wu Qianhuan and Gentle, before turning around.

As he turned, he transformed from a silly youth into a solitary master with a straightened posture, spine like a sword, flowing hair, and white clothes drifting.

Then this mysterious figure disappeared at the inn entrance...

"Innate Pretentious Saint Body?"

Chu Qing muttered softly, inevitably thinking of Mo Duxing, and sighed:

"They really are alike..."

"Where are we going now?"

With everyone gone, Wu Qianhuan sat down next to Chu Qing, while Gentle sat across.

After a moment of thought, Chu Qing said:

"Let’s go to the Profound Mystery Sect first, and wait for Zuo Zhongtang."

The box taken from the Mirror of Sin was quite strange after he studied it.

To open it would probably require some skill... Of course, Chu Qing could force it open with Palm Force.

Yet for some reason, whenever he intended to do so, a warning sounded in his mind... If he really did that, the box would be destroyed, and what’s inside would be ruined as well.

Chu Qing pondered, feeling that this was a strong intuition gained from heightened senses and mental strength.

So, after some hesitation, he decided not to open it yet.

Professional matters require professionals.

He knew nothing of Mechanical Art.

But the Profound Mystery Sect’s achievements in Mechanical Art were extraordinary, making them the most professional people.

Wu Qianhuan and Gentle had no objections, so the group finished their breakfast and immediately set off for the Profound Mystery Sect.

Being in the Profound Mystery Sect’s area, it was quite convenient to come and go.

In less than three days, Chu Qing and his group had arrived at Mechanical City, entered the hall, and stepped into the Profound Mystery Sect.