Fang Che strode away.

The Starlight Leader was off work.

All nine Grandmasters breathed a sigh of relief.

This punishment was not severe.

Isn't it just cleaning? We can do that!

Not only the leaves, if we could clean the air, we could make sure there was no dust in it too!

...

Fang Che let out a sigh of relief.

Finally, he learned about a sub branch of the Heavenly God Sect.

Tomorrow, I'll disguise as Steward Fang and take this place down.

But, there's still a step missing.

Fang Che's eyes twinkled, and he sent a message to the Yin Shen Palace: "Master, things are not looking good. My sub branch has been discovered by people from the Heavenly God Sect. Their sub branch leader, Qiao Yishu, brought a group of young masters and mistresses from their headquarters to trouble us. I barely handled it. It almost scared me to death."

Yin Shen Palace anxiously asked, "You weren't exposed, were you?"

"I wasn't exposed, this identity is quite secure. They only think I'm from the Starlight, but... they kept pressing for Yemo's whereabouts. Although I managed to muddle through, it seemed they intended to return. Master, from what I see, these people come with ill intentions."

Fang Che sent, "Disciple finds this matter to be quite troubling."

With a fierce look, Yin Shen Palace replied, "It's good that you weren't exposed. Could it be true, the Heavenly God Sect has re-established a sub branch? And they even brought people to your place? What does this mean? What is Kou Yifang up to?"

Fang Che said, "In my opinion, their ambition is quite large, besides which... with so many experts supporting them, they can surely sustain their ambitions. I can see they don't even consider us a threat. Those experts are from the headquarters helping them. I'm over here, feeling uncertain about what to do. I dare to kill this Qiao Yishu, but as for those from the headquarters... I need Master to decide on a course of action."

Yin Shen Palace replied, "Their goal is to suppress our Yixin Sect! Originally, in Baiyun State, our Yixin Sect was preeminent. Anything they wanted to do required passing through me; otherwise, it couldn't be done! Their subsidiary branches were insignificant. But now they've bullied you directly, their intentions are clear."

"No matter which one stands firm, do they wish to replace our Yixin Sect's previous status?" Fang Che asked.

"Exactly."

Yin Shen Palace said, "Eliminate them!"

"But those from the headquarters..." Fang Che hesitated.

"Those people came to kill you, and you're still hesitant to act? What are you afraid of?!"

Yin Shen Palace said with disgust, "Moreover, your location has been exposed to them, which is too dangerous! This threat must be eliminated!"

"Understood!"

Fang Che knew Yin Shen Palace would react this way.

Yin Shen Palace only cares about the Yixin Sect; he had seen this long ago.

Just a single report from him could certainly trigger Yin Shen Palace's sensitive nerves.

Now it seems, indeed, it has.

In fact, these sects' actions, with the headquarters' arrangements, had already completely enraged the Old Demon of the Yin Shen Palace.

He was effectively grounded!

This was completely ridiculous, the Yixin Sect Leader, who just ascended to a second-level sect leader, was confined in the Yixin Sect by people from the headquarters!

The Yin Sect Leader was on the verge of exploding with anger!

Seeing news of his disciple being bullied only fueled his murderous intent!

He grabbed the Communication Jade and asked Fang Che, "Do you know where this Qiao Yishu's sub branch is located?"

Fang Che replied, "After they left, I followed them, and I know their base is at an Escort Agency."

"Well done."

Yin Shen Palace commended, "You know what to do?"

Fang Che said, "Please instruct me, Master."

Yin Shen Palace said, "You blockhead, if the Starlight can't act, and Yemo can't act, can't Steward Fang act? Haven't you always wanted to achieve merit and promotion? These heads could surely add substantial merits to Steward Fang's record, couldn't they?"

Fang Che said, "Disciple has considered this. Disciple very much wants to kill them since they are all Shi family's sons related to Master Sun Yuan's death. Disciple truly wants to kill them for Master Sun Yuan's revenge. But disciple also worries that if my identity is exposed in the future, it would bring greater trouble to you, Master."

Yin Shen Palace's heart immediately melted.

He felt that he had completely replaced Sun Yuan's position in his disciple's heart, far exceeding it.

Right, isn't it? For my sake, even Sun Yuan's revenge can be postponed.

Instantaneously in a good mood, he kindly said, "It pleases me that you think this way. But don't worry, the trouble brought by your championship is already unprecedented. A bit more won't matter. Go ahead. Your Master supports you!"

"Yes, thank you, Master."

Yin Shen Palace added, "After you eliminate them, inform me. I've been cooped up and extremely bored, it would be good to watch their downfall."

Yin Shen Palace wanted to relish the moment.

Though it's not my hand at work, having Steward Fang strike will feel even more satisfying.

Damn it, aren't you guys supposed to be so impressive?

Just a few of you upstarts pretending to replace my position?

But you didn't expect me to have people in the Guardian Hall, did you? Wahaha...

What if your family's from the Main Sect? Does that make you great? So what if my disciple killed your family members?

And trying to take revenge!

Simply courting disaster.

Aren't you aware whose turf Baiyun State is!

You'll rue the day you dared try to kill my disciple, you bastards!

"By Master's decree. Master, take care of your health; since you can't go out, don't overwork yourself, it's not good to be anxious or get angry. Moreover, if you can't go out, it's better, as there's no danger and you can seclude to meditate?"

Fang Che expressed his concern.

Yin Shen Palace said, "You really don't understand. Master is overwhelmed with irritation, this mood is completely unsuitable for meditation! Go, handle your affairs, but remember, under no circumstances can Yemo's identity be exposed!"

"Yes, Master."

Yin Shen Palace put down the Communication Jade, feeling as if half of his depression had dissipated.

"I have such wonderful disciples!"

Yin Shen Palace felt refreshed, picking up the Communication Jade and messaging Mu Lin Yuan: "Get some wine tonight, enjoy the snow."

"Alright, Sect Leader, is there something making you happy?" thought Mu Lin Yuan, the first lackey of Yin Shen Palace, who immediately noticed this.

"I'll tell you tonight."

"Alright!"

...

The next day.

In the morning.

Fang Che first reported to Yin Shen Palace.

"Reporting to Master, today Steward Fang begins his action!"

Yin Shen Palace quickly replied, "Wishing Steward Fang martial success and victory upon victory!"

"Thank you, Master! When I get promoted and reach new heights, I will treat Master to good wine!"

"Steward Fang should focus on the task; the officialdom is complex, be careful in all things. Always remember one phrase."

"Master, please instruct."

"Leave no grass uncut, no witnesses alive!"

Yin Shen Palace earnestly advised.

Fang Che understood perfectly: "Steward Fang understands!"

"Go ahead."

...

Thus, Fang Che went early to the Guardian Hall, earlier than anyone else.

Moments later, everyone gathered.

As usual, the North City guards set out first, as they had the farthest to travel.

Though the Guardian Hall was in the center of Baiyun State, it was slightly closer to the Southeast.

But those words "slightly" meant a deviation of dozens of miles compared to other directions, as Baiyun State was vast.

Although there's also a branch in North City, its power is weak, facing a major event is like facing certain death.

Thus, besides assigning several experts permanently, someone was dispatched every day for assistance.

Ten people prepared to depart, only to see the highly cultivated Steward Fang also coming along.

"Steward Fang, what brings you here?"

"Oh, I need to buy some things in North City, I heard they have them there."

Fang Che said, "I happened to be going the same way as you, so I thought I'd tag along."

The ten were overjoyed.

This Steward Fang was a powerful assistant. With him accompanying them, the safety factor against unexpected incidents greatly increased.

"Welcome, a warm welcome."

"..."

Fang Che was speechless.

This even warranted such a warm welcome, it seemed a bit too grandiose.

So eleven of them set off together.

Tang Zheng finally let out a sigh of relief.

Today, he didn't have to go out, ensuring his survival 100%, not an easy day.

Zhao Ying'er quickly caught up and asked, "Where are you going?"

"To North City to buy something."

"Oh okay, don't go taking risks with Captain Zuo."

Zhao Ying'er, out of concern, ignored Left Guanglie being right nearby, saying, "Captain Zuo and his group, fixated on gaining merits, dare to do anything. You're not from North City, don't get involved."

"Mmhm. Alright, I won't get involved." Fang Che agreed.

The ten looked at Zhao Ying'er, Left Guanglie couldn't help but laugh and said, "Steward Zhao, rest assured, we'll make sure to return your Steward Fang safe and sound, not a single hair missing!"

Zhao Ying'er's face reddened, she chided, "Nonsense, what do you mean 'my Steward Fang'."

Her eyes flickered, clearly enjoying those words, 'your Steward Fang.'

Everyone laughed heartily and set off.

The group talked and walked along the way, making the journey less lonely. Since the distance wasn't short, they picked up their movement technique, flying past.

The morning wind carried a bone-chilling coldness, with a faint hint of a fishy smell.

Left Guanglie sniffed the cold wind, his nose twitching, and said, "Judging by my calculations, today there's a chance for gaining merits through battle."

The group laughed heartily, "Mr. Zuo, your foresight is amazing!"

Fang Che also laughed heartily, thinking how accurate you are.

Finally, they arrived in North City.

"Captain Zuo, you guys go ahead, I'll buy my stuff alone."

Fang Che said.

"No need, no need, we'll accompany you until you buy the things, what's the rush."

Left Guanglie refused to agree no matter what. He felt Steward Fang probably wasn't there to shop. Following this Steward Fang would certainly present an opportunity for merits.

So he stuck like glue.

After all, what thing doesn't Nancheng have? Is there a need to run to North City to buy?

Nancheng is far busier than North City—Left Guanglie didn't believe Fang Che's excuse for one bit.

Add a little more merit, and he could advance to a first-level steward, that was Steward Jinxing; with a bright, golden-badge on his chest, much cooler and more prestigious than his current silver badge.

Now, with a chance for merit presented right before his eyes, Left Guanglie wouldn't let it slip by.

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