Demon Sword Sect's Undercover-Chapter 509 - 508: Leaving with Strength

Hou Niao stood firm in the courtyard, showing no impatience at all. He knew that the others were discussing their strategies and all he needed to do was wait.

As expected, it wasn’t long before a specially made ring slowly flew towards him. This ring had a prohibition exclusive to those of the Great Cultivation Golden Core Realm, which he couldn’t unlock.

That deep voice said, "Treating the remains of a fellow Daoist with respect is a consistent principle of the Qi Sect, no matter who he is, in death we must respect this.

But you, acting recklessly in Jianye City, disregarding the safety of mortals, we have the role of a host, but you did not show the awareness due as a guest.

Thus, you are expelled from Jianye City, you are never welcome here!"

Hou Niao took the Storage Ring, bowed slightly towards the direction of the voice, and without another word, turned and left,

As soon as he left the courtyard, two Daoists from the Six-Ear Palace followed on each side, subtly showing an intent to encircle.

Knowing he had become an unwelcome person here, he was unconcerned and rose into the air, with the two Daoists tightly following, not leaving his side.

Before coming here, he had thought of countless ways of leaving, including changing his appearance, disguising himself, or impersonating someone else, but what he hadn’t expected was to leave so openly, in such a way. The marvels of the world are truly indescribable.

He knew he couldn’t stay in Jianye any longer, and being expelled suited his intentions just fine.

As soon as he left Jianye City, several figures faintly gathered in front of him, and one of them shouted loudly, "Land, Six-Ear Palace night inspection!"

A cultivator from behind Hou Niao hurriedly went up to them, and after a brief exchange, they passed without hindrance.

As Hou Niao passed them, he even asked cheekily, "Aren’t you checking for contraband?"

The cultivator replied impatiently, "Nonsense!"

Hou Niao laughed loudly, then flew away quickly, with the two Qi Sect Daoists slowly chasing after him. Their orders were to follow this man for three days and not allow him to turn back.

For two men to follow a Sword Cultivator known for his speed was challenging; if this fellow caused any trouble along the way... ƒreewebηoveℓ.com

But strangely, this Sword Cultivator was behaving very obediently all along the way, not looking around, flying straight, showing no signs of mischief.

Indeed, strange things happen every year.

Three days later, the three of them had left the borders of Qi Country; the two Qi Sect Daoists quietly left. They had completed their mission, and Hou Niao had completed his escape; truly the quirks of life are wonderfully unpredictable.

Once the two Daoists were gone, Hou Niao also increased his speed. Although he knew the Qi Sect Daoists wouldn’t react immediately, it was better to be cautious, as anything could happen in the Cultivation World.

His current Realm barely qualified him as a noteworthy figure on the Continent. Ordinary people spotting his speed of Sword Control would not dare provoke him. He traveled without incident, and Yujing was already in sight.

... At Sikong Mansion, seven or eight Golden Core Judges from the Qi Sect gathered together. After hearing Hou Niao’s detailed account and looking at the stored body in the Storage Ring, everyone inevitably felt a deep melancholy.

Li Chuping was also among them, and no one knew when he had returned. The main officials raised some questions about the details, and the whole event’s context gradually became clear; of course, to truly confirm it, they still needed corroborating information from Jianye, and it was not possible to rely solely on Hou Niao’s words.

Especially concerning the betrayal of that pawn, this required more evidence, though generally, it was undoubtedly correct, as proven by the three corpses sent back from the Qi Sect.

One of the main officials, Judge Wan, began to entertain other thoughts, "Hou Niao, right? The Qi Sect ordered you to bring back the corpses, actually harboring the intention to drive a wedge between you and Sikong Mansion, you must understand this yourself.

What if my Sikong Mansion pretended to be tricked? Wouldn’t they find an opportunity to contact you then? Are you willing to be a double agent?"

Hou Niao was resolute, "I am unwilling. All of this is based on the premise that the Jianye spy network has been thoroughly dismantled. If they discover that things are contrary to their wishes, how could they still entertain such thoughts?

Sikong Mansion isn’t blind or deaf. Under such circumstances, how could they possibly punish the disciple? It would be far too deliberate for the disciple to pretend to be aggrieved."

Judge Wan was about to persuade further, but Li Chuping decisively interrupted, "This is inappropriate! It’s too forced, not to mention time-consuming, and the whole process can’t be controlled; there’s no goal, no direction, such infiltration is just superficial, and it would most likely end up as a disposable pawn, never gaining their trust. To exchange such a mediocre role with the elite forces of my Sikong Mansion is a loss greater than the gain."

Upon his intervention, officials like Judge Cheng also expressed the same opinion. Since most of his colleagues disagreed, Judge Wan no longer insisted, but he gave Hou Niao a deep look: This man refused very directly, showing no regard for the hierarchy, evidently a difficult and unyielding character.

This matter was thus temporarily put to rest, and they were to wait for the definitive conclusion from Jianye—a completely unscathed Jianye spy network would be the best evidence to prove his words.

Hou Niao returned with Li Chuping to the Assistant’s prison office, and as soon as he entered, Hou Niao was very displeased,

"What’s with Judge Wan? Is this how things are done? If it’s always like this, who would be willing to go on missions in the future? It’s absolutely nonsensical. I think Judge Wan did it on purpose, deliberately trying to trip me up."

Li Chuping rubbed his forehead, utterly helpless, as Judge Wan’s personality was not usually like this—he was cautious and meticulous in his duties, never acting impulsively; but was it that anyone who dealt with this troublemaker became abnormal?

Even now, he felt somewhat intimidated by this guy, who always managed to find unconventional problems to put you in a difficult spot, making you laugh and cry at the same time.

"Could it be that you offended him without realizing it?"

Hou Niao was annoyed, "This was the first time that I met him, so there’s no question of offending him. How can he blatantly set traps for me? Moreover, as a judge of Sikong Mansion, to abuse his power for personal gain like this, isn’t he afraid of disheartening his subordinates? Regarding being a spy within spies, if it continues like this, sooner or later, I’ll turn to the Daoist Sect!"

Li Chuping frowned, "Who are you calling ’old man’ here?"

Hou Niao chuckled dryly, "I was talking about Judge Wan; it has nothing to do with you. I’m not your ’old man,’ you’re my ’old man,’ okay?"

Li Chuping sighed. There was little he could do about this troublesome character, who was very capable but always had some trick up his sleeve to irritate you.

"Letting you operate alone, you still had to contact the local underground forces. Are these people trustworthy? If you mess up, it’s fine if only you’re affected, but don’t mess up the major affairs of Sikong Mansion."

Hou Niao objected, "Capital Commandant, you should speak with conscience. You throw me into a completely unfamiliar environment, forbid me from contacting local spy forces, and the only liaison is a traitor. What do you expect me to do? Just surrender hands bound?

Moreover, contacting the underground forces in Jianye cost two thousand one hundred Top Grade Spirit Stones. This is official business; this expense can’t be on me alone, or who else would dare to undertake such tasks in the future?

When I request reimbursement, you’ll have to speak up for me."