blogombal Chapter 18 Three Forces
Chapter 18 Three Forces
Just as Yue Shan was deep in thought, a blood-red figure stepped forward from below the hall, bowed and clasped his hands in a very respectful manner.
The newcomer was dressed in a blood-red outfit, with a burly build and a fawning expression in his eyes. He was Wei Tong, the leader of the Blood Robe Sect, who was affiliated with the Blood Wolf Gang.
Wei Tong's recent incompetence had resulted in the loss of many men and the loss of control of an important stronghold, which had long aroused Yue Shan's dissatisfaction. Yue Shan had been looking for an opportunity to redeem himself and regain his standing in the Blood Wolf Gang's eyes. Upon hearing the news of the Double Pupil, he immediately stepped forward.
"Master! Leave this matter to my Blood Robe Sect!" Wei Tong said in a deep voice. "I am willing to personally lead men along the eastern route to search for the whereabouts of that double-pupiled youth, to find out his origins, cultivation level, and purpose of this trip. If there is an opportunity, we can try to win him over in advance; if he harbors ulterior motives, we can also take precautions. I beg you, Master, to give me a chance to redeem myself!"
Yue Shan looked up at him, scrutinized him for a moment, thought for a moment, and then slowly said, "Very well, since you volunteered, this matter will be your responsibility."
He paused, then added, "There's no need for a large mobilization. Don't bring too many people; being too conspicuous will only attract attention. Just select a dozen or so elite fighters from your sect and have them head east along the main road. First, secretly scout ahead and find out the enemy's strength. Don't act rashly; prioritize safety in everything. Send messages back to headquarters at any time."
"Your subordinate obeys!" Wei Tong was overjoyed and quickly accepted the order respectfully.
After leaving the main hall, Wei Tong immediately returned to the Blood Robe Sect's base and quickly selected personnel. He carefully selected more than a dozen core experts from the sect, whose cultivation levels ranged from the late Earth Origin Realm to the late Heaven Origin Realm. Each of them was agile, equipped with excellent weapons and protective armor, and were capable of stealthy operations and formidable combat power.
After the group finished preparing, they quietly left the east gate of Yan City and headed east along the wide official road, carefully searching for any information about people with double pupils. They were determined to find Li Yi, make a great contribution, and solidify their own position.
At the same time, another top power in Yan City, the Wan Jin Chamber of Commerce.
The Wan Jin Chamber of Commerce is located in the most prosperous area of Yan City. Its towering buildings and carved beams and painted rafters, along with the constant flow of carriages and horses in front of it, make it the most powerful and well-connected chamber of commerce in Yan City. It controls the trade of medicinal herbs and martial arts resources in a large area around the city, and its foundation is unfathomable.
Inside the elegant and quiet inner room of the Chamber of Commerce, a middle-aged man dressed in a brocade robe and with a wealthy appearance sat upright, exuding a calm and composed aura of someone who had long held a high position. He was Xia Wanjin, the president of the Wanjin Chamber of Commerce.
Standing to the side was a pretty woman in green, with delicate features, a gentle and graceful temperament, and a slender figure; she was Xuan Su.
The servant quietly reported the information he had gathered, recounting word for word how the Black Dragon Village was destroyed by the lone young man with double pupils and how he traveled eastward.
After listening, Xia Wanjin narrowed his eyes slightly, his fingertips gently stroking the rim of the teacup, his expression showing a mixture of surprise and interest.
"A person with double pupils..."
He spoke slowly, his tone tinged with admiration, "At such a young age, you were able to single-handedly rout Black Dragon Stronghold. Such strength is no ordinary talent. If you were to actually come to Flame City, you would undoubtedly become a rising star that cannot be ignored."
Xia Wanjin, a seasoned businessman with a keen eye for business, excels at recognizing talent and assessing trends. He immediately saw the immense potential in this young man with double pupils. If he could keep an eye on him beforehand and eventually befriend him, it would be a tremendous boon for the Wanjin Chamber of Commerce.
Thinking of this, he turned to Xuan Su beside him and calmly instructed, "Xuan Su, pay close attention to this matter. Secretly send someone to keep an eye on the movements of that person with double pupils. If he really enters Yan City, inform me immediately. There's no need to disturb him deliberately; just keep an eye on him secretly."
Xuan Su bowed slightly and replied softly, "This disciple understands. Rest assured, Master, I will arrange for people to secretly investigate and keep an eye on things."
She was also quite curious about who this person was, possessing the extraordinary phenomenon of double pupils and having such astonishing combat power at such a young age. She had a strong desire to see their true face.
Besides gangs and merchant guilds, there is another force in Yan City that is detached from worldly conflicts and has also heard the news of the emergence of the double-pupiled one: the Talisman Master Association.
The Talisman Master Association's residence is quiet and elegant, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. Ancient trees tower in the courtyard, and Yuan energy swirls around it, exuding an atmosphere of refinement and tranquility.
Inside a quiet room filled with bookshelves, an elderly man with half-white hair and a refined demeanor sat calmly at his desk, holding an ancient, yellowed book in his hands. His expression was serene, and a faint spiritual energy emanated from his body.
This man is Master Yan, a highly respected figure in the Yan City Rune Masters Association. He is an expert in runes, knowledgeable, and well-versed in ancient texts. He enjoys a very high reputation in Yan City, and even the leaders of various gangs and chambers of commerce treat him with great respect.
A disciple of the Talisman Master Society bowed and entered the quiet room, quietly reporting the news circulating outside that the Double-Pupiled One had annihilated Black Dragon Village and left eastward.
Upon hearing this, Master Yan slowly put down the ancient book in his hand, his brows furrowing slightly, and a solemn look flashed in his eyes.
"Double pupils... what exactly are they? Why have I never heard of them before, and why are there no records of them in ancient books?" He was extremely experienced and had read countless ancient rune books, but he had never seen any records of double pupils in any ancient book.
"To possess such formidable combat power at such a young age, and to have the extraordinary phenomenon of double pupils, this person's background is definitely not simple." Master Yan sighed softly, his expression growing increasingly solemn. "If he enters Yan City, he will likely bring considerable changes to the landscape of this region."
He did not send anyone to search for him intentionally. The Talisman Masters Association has always been detached from worldly affairs and does not participate in the conflicts between secular forces. However, he had already kept this boy with double pupils in his heart and planned to silently pay attention to his growth and movements and wait and see.
At this point, all three forces had mobilized.
The small group of forces united by Qingyang Town headed east along the official road to investigate.
The Blood Wolf Gang of Yan City dispatched its elite Blood Robe Sect to search eastward along the route.
The Wan Jin Chamber of Commerce secretly made arrangements, sending people to monitor the situation at all times.
Master Fu Huiyan also took it seriously and silently observed the situation.
Three groups of people, three different thoughts, but their goals are all the same: they are all searching for the same person.
The one with double pupils.
Everyone was certain that he was heading to Yan City along the eastern official road. They all searched and inquired along the eastern route, laying out layers of plans and stirring up undercurrents. Even before Li Yi's figure was seen in Yan City, his presence had already quietly stirred up endless waves. Various forces were secretly on guard, spying, and scheming, and a storm was brewing.
But no one knew that the person they were desperately searching for, inquiring everywhere, and stirring up the undercurrents of the entire Yan City, had not taken the eastern official road that everyone had predicted.