Enlightenment: Beginning as a Disposable Warrior-Chapter 210 - 153: Autumn Execution, Silver-Browed Eagle King (2)

Xu Zhen's mind was racing, and he immediately determined that the Five Extremes Realm was a false rumor. At the same time, he got a grasp of Li Feiyu's strength, which made him feel even more eager.

After all, Li Feiyu was merely a Silver Order Blade Catcher from Qingyun, not beyond being used by him. If he could recruit Li Feiyu, Xu Zhen would gain a formidable aide!

"This Xu Zhen wasn't too surprised, it seems he already knew that the Black Mountain Rebel Army's Guardian had reached the Sixth Grade... The intelligence network of the Demon Slayer Bureau is indeed powerful!"

Su Mu thought to himself, then changed the topic to inquire about the bounty. With the intention to recruit, Xu Zhen replied, "The execution of Yuan Dong is scheduled for noon tomorrow, and he will be the first to be executed tomorrow."

"It's likely that the Black Mountain Rebel Army will attempt to rescue the prisoners during the execution tomorrow. This must be guarded against. This bounty was personally issued by County Captain Liu."

With that said, Xu Zhen handed over a secret missive. Su Mu accepted it and began to read.

"Silver Sword Yuan Dong, Chief of Black Wind Mountain, Seventh Grade Second-Time Tendon Transformation Martial Artist, son of the Silver-Browed Eagle King of the Black Mountain Rebel Army, Yuan Wuming..."

Son of the Silver-Browed Eagle King of the Black Mountain Rebel Army!

Su Mu glanced over the letter, pausing slightly at this point, suddenly realizing why even the Changfeng County Captain found this situation tricky—it turned out to be the son of a Rebel Army Guardian.

Since both Cyan-Faced Bat King Wei Ming and Red-Bearded Tiger King Xie Li had reached the Sixth Grade, Yuan Wuming, as one of the Four Protectors, must also be a Sixth Grade Martial Artist.

For a moment, Su Mu's eyes narrowed slightly, and his mind quickly turned over a possibility.

Perhaps tomorrow's execution of Yuan Dong was designed to lure him out, using Yuan Dong to draw out the big fish, Yuan Wuming, from behind, inviting him into the trap to eliminate him.

This would explain Xu Zhen's probing, as setting up a scheme to kill a Sixth Grade Martial Artist is no small matter and must be handled with caution.

Li Jiang from the Hongmen Martial Arts Hall, who underwent Second-Time Tendon Transformation, couldn't last more than three rounds against Xie Li, so rash involvement without strength is akin to courting death.

"County Captain Liu's thorough planning ensures heavy guards at the execution site tomorrow. Besides, with Hero Li there, even if the Rebel Army bandits come, they won't escape!"

After finishing his tea, Xu Zhen lightly chuckled, flattering Su Mu with a compliment. Over the past month, County Captain Li had tried to enlist the help of major forces in Changfeng like the Hongmen Martial Arts Hall and Jinfeng Escort Agency, but none of them wanted to get involved easily.

Now, with the presence of Li Feiyu, someone capable of matching the Rebel Army's Four Protectors, even if Yuan Wuming makes a personal move tomorrow, it makes no difference. Li Feiyu's arrival serves as an additional insurance.

"Heavy guards, no escape, huh?"

Su Mu nodded secretly, admiring the resolve of Changfeng County's County Captain Liu. It seems he's determined to capture Yuan Wuming tomorrow.

"All those Black Mountain Rebel Army scoundrels deserve to die. Thus, I, Su Mu, will do my utmost to assist County Captain Liu of Changfeng this time... If Yuan Wuming dares to come tomorrow, I'll test the power of Molten Fire Golden Body on him!"

While others feared offending the Black Mountain Rebel Army, Su Mu was not afraid. Moreover, he was using Li Feiyu's false identity, leaving him with no concerns.

In the study, Su Mu and Xu Zhen, the head of Changfeng County's Demon Slayer Bureau, reached an agreement. Xu Zhen immediately called for someone, "Come, fetch a set of armor for Hero Li from the storeroom."

Before long, a guard arrived, holding a set of pitch-black armor in both hands.

"Hero Li, this is armor from the Changfeng Army."

"Alright."

Su Mu naturally agreed. This armor was standard-issue for the Changfeng Army. Tomorrow, wearing it would allow him to blend in with the Changfeng Army, making it easier to act when the opportunity arose.

Before leaving, Su Mu thought of the matter concerning Shangguan Qing and asked, "Director Xu, do you know Shangguan Qing from the Hongmen Martial Arts Hall?"

"This Shangguan Qing is a prominent figure among the younger generation at the Hongmen Martial Arts Hall, but compared to Hero Li, he is still inferior... It's worth mentioning that Shangguan Qing and his father are not native to Changfeng County. His father, Shangguan Miao, is highly skilled in alchemy and is now a guest of Magistrate Gongsun."

Xu Zhen naturally understood what Su Mu wanted to ask, flattering him with a compliment before providing the information about Shangguan Qing's father, Shangguan Miao. As for recruiting him, Xu Zhen was in no rush.

Tomorrow was the day of execution for the beginning of autumn, and recruiting now would seem untimely.

Alchemy skill?

Su Mu's eyes showed a glimmer, considering that after tomorrow's affair, it would be worthwhile to visit and exchange alchemical insights.

"Thank you, Director Xu, for the clarification."

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Under the moonlit night, the silhouette of Black Wind Mountain Stronghold in the Qifeng Mountain Range loomed like a ghost parade, eerie and terrifying.

Deep within the stronghold, which had been wiped out by the Changfeng Army months ago, a hall had been newly rebuilt. A figure approached the tightly closed doors, kneeling on both knees, head lowered.

"Lord Guardian, subordinate has a report."

Creak!

Soon, the door opened a crack, and candlelight spilled out. The two instantly felt a stinging sensation on their skin, as if the candlelight was not light but the sharpness of blades.

In the next moment, the door swung wide open.

"Come in."

The person trembled as they rose and entered the room, where a robust figure behind a screen was immersed in a wooden basin, awaiting the report.

"Lord Guardian, we've received word from our people in Changfeng County. At noon tomorrow, Liu Qing plans to execute three groups of fifteen people, with Young Master Yuan Dong in the first group..."

"The five major forces of Changfeng have not intervened, and those who initially accepted the bounty have wisely withdrawn, but one person has taken the bounty."

"Oh? Who is it?"

"The Blade Catcher from Qingyun County, Li Feiyu."

A sneering voice filled with intense killing intent suddenly emerged from behind the screen. Upon seeing that the person in the room hadn't left, the robust figure's brow furrowed. "Is there more?"

"Four days ago, Lord Cyan-Faced Bat King sent a message, wishing to discuss important matters with you and asked me to convey that you should return to Little Black Mountain soon. Also, recently... advised you not to act rashly."

As the words fell, a deathly silence ensued in the room, yet suddenly a chilling sharpness permeated, causing the reporting individual to tremble violently, cold sweat pouring down.

"Did Wei Ming mention what the matter was specifically?"

"Nothing was revealed. Lord, you were in seclusion a few days ago, and I did not dare to disturb your cultivation..."

"I understand. Relay back that after I retrieve my son tomorrow, I will go to Little Black Mountain. Tonight, let the brothers feast heartily. Tomorrow morning, descend the mountain with me."

"Yes, Your Excellency!"

"Important matter? Advise not to act rashly? What could be more important than my son's life!" After the person left, the robust figure behind the screen suddenly opened his eyes, filled with raging killing intent.

"Bastard, Wei Ming deserves to die. He only acts arrogantly because he joined the Black Mountain Army earlier, always pulling rank in front of me."

"Li Feiyu... Isn't this the person Purple Shirt wants dead? What boldness to dare accept my son's bounty. I'll slay him together tomorrow to inaugurate my treasure saber!"

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