The Blade-Wielding Legend-Chapter 1338 - 693: East City Cargo Hold_3

Having completed these tasks, he once again prostrated himself on the ground and sneaked a glance toward Kong Hui, who was sitting upright in the Taishi Chair.

Under the glow of the candlelight, this "Mr. Lan Du" appeared admirable in his green robes, with fingers as long and jade-like as those of a Hanlin lecturer in the Imperial College, holding a teacup. However, the hairs on the back of Wang She's neck stood on end, as if he were a field mouse being stalked by a venomous snake.

He felt anxious in his heart and offered a smile, saying, "Immortal Master, I've heard that Brother Yu has fallen into the hands of the Captain Bureau. I wonder..."

"He can't talk."

Kong Hui poured himself a cup of tea, "What's the matter with that Zhang Tiankui just now?"

Wang She snickered, "The kid betrayed Lu Jinghai, thinking he could become the gang leader, but he didn't know that the court wouldn't let them go. His brothers have all been captured by the government, and he's stuck with the label of a traitor, being hunted by the Prince Ying Mansion. He came here seeking help from me."

"I've temporarily stabilized him, to see if the Immortal Master can make use of him."

Kong Hui neither agreed nor disagreed, "What about Zhao Qingxu?"

Although his tone was calm, Wang She was sweating, "This... I don't know. After instructing me to dispose of those boys and girls, Zhao Immortal Master never appeared again, only told me to gather intelligence and not to cause trouble."

"Oh?"

Kong Hui picked up his teacup, "Is this Ru kiln?"

Upon hearing that, Wang She's gaze involuntarily shifted to the teacup.

He saw Kong Hui lightly blowing the tea, the white mist passing over his indifferent eyebrows and eyes.

The seal "Made in the Yuan De Year" at the bottom of the cup was faintly visible under the candlelight. It was indeed the "Sky Blue Glaze" of the official kiln from the former dynasty.

Wang She suddenly felt that the teacup kept enlarging in his vision, the ice-crack patterns on the glaze turning into countless spider webs, wrapping around his consciousness layer by layer...

Soon, his eyes became bewildered.

"Where is Zhao Qingxu?"

The calm inquiry sounded as if it came from a distance.

Wang She's eyes were vacant, his lips mechanically opening and closing, "After instructing me to deal with thirty-six pairs of boys and girls... he hasn't shown up again."

After several repeated inquiries and confirming that the other party wasn't lying, Kong Hui lightly flicked his finger.

Clink!

The clear sound of the teacup startled Wang She awake, his inner garment already soaked with sweat.

He didn't notice anything unusual, only thought he was distracted. Rubbing his hands with a smile, he said, "Immortal Master has sharp eyes! This was a tribute stolen by a clerk from the Ministry of Industry to pay off debt. I planned to use him to set up a scheme, to plant an inside man in the Weapons Bureau. If the Immortal Master likes it, I'll get you a better one..."

"No need."

Kong Hui cut him off, "Send a message to Zhao Qingxu. I want to see him. If he keeps hiding, he can forget about this mess in the Capital!"

"Yes, Immortal Master." 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

Behind him, Wang She felt a chill rising from his back.

Though he had a fierce reputation in the Capital, it was all because of Jianmu's secret support.

Only he knew how terrifying these people were!

Wang She dared not delay in the slightest, immediately calling a subordinate to give low-voiced instructions:

"Quickly prepare an upper-class feast, with 'Eight Delicacies Brew' from 'Drunken Immortal Tower' and grilled venison from 'Jude Square', accompanied by four kinds of seasonal fresh fruits."

After the subordinate departed with the orders, he straightened his attire and hurriedly exited the cargo hold.

In a hidden compartment within the cargo hold's partition, Zhang Tiankui secretly watched his departing figure through a ventilation hole.

Holding his breath and gathering his spirit, he even suppressed the rustling sound of his clothes against the brick wall.

He was born with a unique feature, his spine like a dragon, and his grappling techniques were astounding, which earned him the name "Iron-armed Dragon King" in the pugilistic world.

But what was truly rare was that he had awakened his Mind Divine Power and learned the Summoning God Skill.

Mind Divine Power was the most mysterious among the Yang Six Roots Divine Powers. Some could communicate with God; some could sense things a thousand miles away.

And Zhang Tiankui was particularly sensitive to Qi.

Even with Secret Techniques isolating it, he could still perceive it.

The Qi emanating from deep within the cargo hold made his dragon spine heat up.

He and Yu Wenhai were mortal enemies, and he had faced his master before.

Zhang Tiankui's steel teeth clenched, muscles on his cheeks tensing into sharp angles.

Unexpectedly, coming to seek aid in desperation, he encountered the real mastermind behind the Jinmen incident.

If he sold the information to the Captain Bureau, perhaps his brothers' lives could be spared...

As the thought arose, he abruptly turned around, ready to leave.

"Where is Master Zhang going?"

As soon as he pushed the door open, three robust men blocked his path in a triangular formation.

The leading man with gold teeth smiled courteously, yet the Water-dividing Spear at his waist flashed with a cold three-inch blade, whether intentionally or not.

"I'm feeling stifled, just need some fresh air."

Zhang Tiankui pretended to answer carelessly.

"How dare you!"

The man with gold teeth smiled humbly, his sleeve revealing half a piece of black Fire Rope, "If you show your face, and the Jinyi Guard's hounds catch wind of it, none of us can bear the responsibility. The Incense Master said, whatever you want to eat or drink, we'll provide it for you."

Though spoken politely, in the gaps of the high-stacked cargo, three firearms had already appeared, aiming at Zhang Tiankui...