The Blade-Wielding Legend-Chapter 900 - 486: Sinister Arts Ambush

"Du Family’s clan leader... what evidence do you have?" 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Li Yan sat upright, his expression turning solemn.

Originally thought it was just a yin criminal, but suddenly it involved the Ghost Sect, naturally requiring cautious handling.

If true,

then it’s not surprising that the Du Family set him up.

"This matter I discovered by accident."

Wu Yuqing’s face was pale, and she spoke, "The clues my master found were related to a local countryside tale."

"There is a record in ’Strange Tales of Shu’: Shu’s depths hide a village nestled among the mountains, and its name is unknown to the world. The village has an ancient opera stage, dilapidated and mottled with age, yet the villagers fear it as a tiger, claiming ghost plays run rampant at midnight, and headless figures roam around."

"My master said this is an evil ritual of the Ghost Sect, but after going there, he never returned. My sect also sent people, but they never found him."

"Later, I secretly investigated and found the Du Family frequently transported goods near this deserted village and found an old man who claimed the Du Family left from this village, after which it was abandoned."

Li Yan said in a deep voice, "Madam, since you have suspicions and are of the Mystical Sect, why didn’t you inform your sect or report it to the City God Temple?"

Wu Yuqing shook her head slightly, "I did, but it was useless."

"I hail from the outer sect, not a direct disciple of the inner school. If not for my connection with the Luo Family, I wouldn’t even have a voice. The elders of my sect, upon hearing the matter involved the Ghost Sect, all advised me not to meddle and stir up trouble..."

"The City God Temple was told, too, but a few Daoists went to the Du Family, got drunk with wine, and returned saying it was a rumor, fabricated because the Luo Family was at odds with the Du Family..."

Li Yan listened, seemingly lost in thought.

These messages from Wu Yuqing all seemed like conjecture from thin air. Not to mention the City God Temple, even others wouldn’t believe it much.

However, the Du Family’s actions against him were a complete exposure.

If not members of the Ghost Sect, they are also hidden external members.

With this thought, Li Yan spoke again, "Madam, can you disclose the village’s location? I happen to be passing by and can take a look."

The Zhongjiang mentioned by Wu Yuqing is Neijiang.

In that region, the northern segment of the Tuojiang is called Niupi River, the North River. The southern part is Zhijiang, known as the South River. Naturally, the middle is Zhongjiang.

During the early Sui Dynasty, to avoid the taboo of Grand Ancestor Yang Zhong, it was renamed Neijiang.

But what puzzled him was just this point.

’Strange Tales of Shu’ mentioned Zhongjiang, indicating the story dates back at least to the Sui and Tang Dynasties, but the Ghost Sect flourished in the Great Song era, the timeline doesn’t match.

Of course, there could be many secrets hidden within.

He needed to pass through Neijiang on his way out and could investigate a bit.

Then, Li Yan took out the brocade arm protector and asked another question that concerned him, "Madam, do you recognize this item?"

"Luo An already informed me..."

Wu Yuqing shook her head slightly, "I’m not afraid of Young Hero Li laughing at me, but my aptitude is average. I’ve had this item for a long time and haven’t seen anything unusual. Whatever there is, it’s your destiny."

"Thank you."

Li Yan didn’t hide, explaining the item was about to become a spirit, saying, "If I’m not mistaken, Madam, you are a ’hermit’, how should this item be refined? Can you advise?"

"The world is full of spirit, everything becomes pure."

After listening to Li Yan, Wu Yuqing seemed surprised, her tone even becoming a bit excited, "The legend is true, that predecessor succeeded!"

Seeing Li Yan’s confusion, she quickly explained, "My Dao is insufficient. Although I can’t quite grasp the change in its aura, I do know of this matter."

"Young Hero Li, have you ever heard the folklore of a treasure painting, where hanging it inside can ward off evil and eliminate demons, even producing an illusion array that traps people?"

"I’ve heard of it."

Li Yan nodded.

There are many such stories, the most famous being how Erlang God Yang Jian borrowed the Mountain and River Map in the ’Investiture of the Gods’ story and trapped Yuan Hong within it.

Wu Yuqing sighed, "Shu Brocade has warp brocade and weft brocade. Multi-colored warp flowers are warp brocade; multi-colored weft flowers are weft brocade. Warp brocade technique is unique to Shu Brocade."

"Books have scriptures and Weishu. When praising people, they’re said to have the talent to govern the heavens and the earth. It’s said that ancient Mystical Sect fairies used Astra as warp and Bane as weft, creating magic artifact Shu Brocade. Though it’s not as great as the Mountain and River Map, it also has many mysteries."

"It’s just a pity that this method has long been lost. Numerous forebears tried to restore it, but all failed."

Li Yan hesitated, "Forgive my directness, this item doesn’t feel that powerful."

Since getting this item, he wore it on him, trying to let his own aura soak it to reveal its mysteries.

However, aside from the occasional song humming, there was nothing unusual.

If it was only a portable player, what use would it be?

"Young Hero, you do not know."

Wu Yuqing shook her head, "This item is only half-refined."

"Astra and Bane as warp and weft simulate famous mountains and rivers, grotto heavens, and blessed lands. Without acupoints, how can it become lively? The predecessor passed away many years ago, yet a drop of his blood can transform into a spirit, for this reason."

Li Yan suddenly realized, "This item needs a treasure as a match!"

"Precisely."

Wu Yuqing smiled, "This item is akin to a small grotto heaven, gathering the Astra Bane Qi. It is itself a dragon vein, what kind of treasure it nurtures depends on what treasure you embed."

Li Yan frowned and asked, "Madam, do you have any suggestions?"

Wu Yuqing pondered for a moment, "This item worn outside must withstand the elements. Either jade or Yansheng money will do."

Li Yan suddenly understood, retrieving the Three Talents Demon Suppressing Coin Blade Tassel from his bosom.

To date, he has collected dozens of Demon Suppression Coins. Calling it a Blade Tassel is no longer fitting; it’s more like a Copper Coin Whip.

This treasure is also quite powerful.

Back then, a single Three Talents Demon Suppression Coin could keep the Cold Altar Rampant Soldier from entering the door, let alone many gathered together.