Chapter 1424 - 417: So You’re the Real Employer!

Upon returning to the pavilion after the task is completed, a division of twenty-eighty will be made. Adding on, this being Second Uncle’s initial task, he hasn’t received any payment yet.

At this moment, Second Uncle grinned, revealing his dental bareness, "Rest assured, the Blood Contract Pavilion’s reputation never disappoints its employers."

The black-robed man nodded slightly and turned to leave.

"Hold on!" Second Uncle suddenly spoke up.

The black-robed man’s footsteps paused, casting a cold gaze sideways.

Second Uncle rubbed his hands, showing difficulty on his expression, "To be frank, ventured into the Desolate Forbidden area some days back, sustained some internal injuries, might take three to five years to recover."

Seeing no response from the other party, he continued, "It’s a rule in the pavilion, the assassin can’t directly contact the employer. I can only wait for you to send a message, then explain in person."

"I kindly ask you to apply to the main pavilion, assign someone else to take over."

The black-robed man snorted coldly, the gaze underneath the bronze mask becoming increasingly cold, seemingly quite dissatisfied.

"I truly apologize," Second Uncle smiled ruefully, "The predecessor fell because of this task. If I, in my crippled state, further alert the adversary, perhaps no one would dare take on this hot potato."

The night wind suddenly tightened, after a moment of silent contemplation, the black-robed man raised his hand, the paper note seemingly influenced, flew back into his sleeve.

Not a word exchanged, his figure flickered, disappearing into the night like a specter.

Only after the other’s presence completely vanished, did Second Uncle exhale a deep breath, raise his head and gulp down the remaining wine in the jug, casually wiping his mouth with a rough hand.

"Good thing I exerted extra effort in conversation." He stared into the direction the black-robed man vanished, a glint suddenly appearing in his eyes, "The tracking mark was finally planted. Just earlier worried he wouldn’t withdraw the list."

Divine Sense swept the surroundings like a tide, confirming no one was observing, Second Uncle took out an ancient and rustic bronze compass from his chest.

On the panel, a scarlet dot rapidly drifted in an uncanny trajectory.

"Oh, quite cautious indeed." Second Uncle sneered, "Shen is Zhou Qing’s wife from my family, furthermore carrying my grandchild in her belly, how dare you be impudent?"

Second Uncle smashed the wine jug with a single grip, the remaining wine reflecting a cold glow in the moonlight.

He slowly stood up, his eyes shimmering coldly.

"But the Blood Contract Pavilion’s influence spans several large states, the main pavilion has already collected your money, hence, must deliberate carefully."

He murmured to himself, "For now, let’s first uncover your true form!"

As the words fell, his figure swiftly merged into the night, silently pursuing...

...

Two days later, at the Shen Family’s main entrance.

A youth donning a small tiger-headed cap stood by the door, expression indifferent.

Given the status as the master’s disciple, the guards only made a simple announcement before letting him in.

"How about it? Did you find anything?" As soon as Zhou Qing saw Second Uncle return, he immediately approached, unable to hide his urgency in his eyes.

Second Uncle strode into the hall, without saying a word, picked up the teapot and guzzled a few gulps.

Under Zhou Qing’s eager gaze, he slowly wiped his mouth, then nodded.

Killing intent flashed in Zhou Qing’s eyes.

"To repeatedly attempt taking Han Yi’s life..." His voice deep and grave, "This employer is truly persistent."

"Did you find out who it is?"

Second Uncle shook his head, "Not completely pinpointed yet, but very close!"

As he spoke, he took out an Array Disc, with red dots flickering, the location surprisingly close to them.

"This person is at the Shen Family!" Second Uncle said sternly, "In these two days, you have to take me around to quickly pinpoint the target. The tracking mark I planted on him will soon dissipate."

Cold light flashed in Zhou Qing’s eyes, "Time is of the essence, today it is!"

He couldn’t wait to immediately pull out the person and bring a hand to end it himself.

Second Uncle nodded, was just about to put away the Array Disc, suddenly ——

"Hmm?"

The red dots on the Array Disc flickered suddenly, swiftly closing in on them!

The two exchanged a glance, coldness simultaneously flashing in their eyes.

"Knock knock knock——"

Soon, a gentle knock sounded outside the door.

"Master, the three Family Heads are here!" The voices of the twins, Chaolu and Xishuang, sounded simultaneously.

In Zhou Qing’s eyes, the Heavy Pupils flickered faintly, his vision penetrated the hall door, directly seeing the three Family Heads standing outside — and Yama, Zhao Muye and others.

He curved his lips slightly, a more intense chill in his eyes.

"Trouble for Uncle." He lowly said.

Second Uncle grinned, murderous intent faintly visible in his eyes, "Rest assured."

Zhou Qing took a deep breath, pushed the door open, Second Uncle immediately switched to an innocent and clueless demeanor, following close behind.

"Master!"

The crowd saw Zhou Qing appear, immediately plastered with smiles, respectfully saluting.

With a smile, Zhou Qing reciprocated the salute, speaking warmly, "In recent days, together with Miss Shen, delved into the Array Dao, quite insightful, temporarily engrossed, neglecting you all. Hope you understand."

Everyone expressed it’s no issue.

At this moment, Yama stepped forward, "Master, I have other matters, specially here to bid farewell."

Zhou Qing’s brows slightly moved, "Predecessor Yama is leaving now?"

"Indeed." Yama replied with a smile, "Heard the Three-Flower Corpse in the Desolate Forbidden can assist people in Crossing the Supreme Tribulation, I wish to try my luck."

"Then I wish Predecessor Yama’s dreams come true." Zhou Qing cupped his hands.

Second Uncle’s eyes rolled, swiftly retrieved a finely crafted Token from the Storage Bag.

Then he promptly handed it over, "Predecessor Yama, a token specially prepared for you by my master, if ever given the chance, will visit!"

Yama’s eyes sparkled, eagerly accepting, "Yama will definitely clear the mat to welcome!"

Seeing this, Shen Family members’ faces immediately turned gloomy.

Before they could act, Second Uncle extracted an identical Token, turned towards Zhao Muye, "Predecessor Zhao, this is a token from my master, if ever given the opportunity will visit you too!"

Everyone: "..."

Well, every person gets one, huh!

The Shen Family’s three heads subtly exhaled a breath of relief, seems the master treats all equally, not deliberately targeting the Shen Family.