"Strike tonight?"
Li Yan frowned slightly upon hearing this.
Imperial Censor Wang was indeed clever.
Using gunpowder as a threat and bringing in the Trigram Sect and its martial artists from the Capital forced the Shu Prince Mansion into a precarious situation.
Li Yan also sensed that Shu Prince’s concerns were not only about this batch of gunpowder but also about the fear that a massive explosion would cause panic in Chengdu, disrupting the plans for the Lantern Festival.
Choosing to act tonight was undoubtedly a well-prepared move.
It’s likely that they would send out their top experts to oversee things.
Thinking of this, Li Yan no longer hesitated and directly said, "Senior, I need to enter the Chengdu Prefecture Office, is there a way?"
Everything was just words from this old man.
But the situation was urgent, leaving no choice but to take a gamble.
Feng Laohai also didn’t hesitate, cupping his hands toward the surroundings, "Young Hero Li has spoken, this old man would risk his life without hesitation, just asking for one thing, when the chaos settles, please have rcy on the people of Baixi Town."
"We are also left with no choice."
The old fox...
Li Yan muttered to himself, then said, "Alright."
After a while, Feng Laohai strolled out again, hands behind his back, checking the street idly.
As he walked, he wandered to the foot of the governnt office wall.
"Elder Feng, what brings you here?"
A Hundred Households officer approached, asking with a cold face.
Feng Laohai held a high status in the Salt Gang and was treated with utmost respect by those in the pugilistic world, yet he always remained cautious, looking down on those with unorthodox paths.
Feng Laohai felt a weight on his shoulders, quickly releasing the force on his feet, standing still, pulling out a tobacco pipe, and pretending to be curious, "I’m just curious."
"The Trigram Sect is no small sect, and Dong Changxing, the Grandmaster from the Capital, commands respect from everyone in the world. If they wanted to leave, I’m sure the Prince wouldn’t stop them, so why stay here and face death?"
"Hmph!"
The Hundred Households officer sneered, "What Grandmaster, just so pugilistic world boasting. When the army arrives, nothing remains, even he would have to step aside!"
"Tsk tsk..."
Feng Laohai chuckled silently, shaking his head as he walked away, muttering, "Ah~ the pugilistic world has gotten too complacent, they’ve all forgotten the might of a Grandmaster. Even the Northern Border Army dared not say such things..."
"Tch!"
The Hundred Households officer glanced dismissively, then returned to the checkpoint, watching the gunners as he scoffed, "Brothers, stay alert, let them know the world has changed!"
No need to ntion their small sches.
With Feng Laohai’s assistance, Li Yan quietly entered the Chengdu Prefecture Office, looking around after landing.
He had been to the Chengdu Prefecture Office before and found it sowhat familiar.
The current defenses have noticeably been upgraded to another level.
Each critical area was set with dangerous traps and guarded by governnt officials, Trigram Sect disciples, and experts accompanying Imperial Censor Wang, patrolling everywhere.
Woof~
In the distance, several fierce dogs bared their fangs.
These creatures were no mortals; though they couldn’t see Li Yan, they vaguely sensed a threat and crouched low.
"Who’s there?!"
A figure leapt forward, like a dragonfly skimming the water, drawing twin blades from the waist with great montum.
"Brother Dong, it’s !"
Before any action, a low voice emanated from the air.
The visitor was indeed Dong Cunshan from the Trigram Sect.
Dong Cunshan’s eyes lit up, but before he could speak, he heard Li Yan’s voice again by his ear, "Brother Dong, find a secluded spot."
Dong Cunshan understood, dispersing the oncoming disciples and walking ahead towards the side courtyard where Li Yan had previously stayed.
He appeared expressionless but was secretly surprised.
Since coming to Shu, he heard enough of Li Yan’s fa in the pugilistic world, having seen his formidable martial prowess, but never expected such sophisticated spellwork.
Concealing one’s shadow in broad daylight, could it be the Lao Mountain Invisibility Technique...
As for whether Li Yan harbored ill intentions, he had no doubts.
Li Yan had already been listed as a must-kill person by the Shu Prince Mansion.
Entering a chamber, Dong Cunshan deliberately waited a mont before turning to latch the door.
Before much could be said, mist rose within the room, revealing Li Yan’s form, who bowed, "Greetings, Brother Dong."
"No need for formalities, Young Hero Li."
After so small talk, Li Yan revealed his purpose, "I have urgent business and wish to et the Imperial Censor; might it be possible?"
"Yes, I’ll inform him first."
"Rember to keep it secret; there might be spies in the house."
"Alright!"
It didn’t take long before Dong Cunshan returned hastily, handing Li Yan a black cloak to cover himself entirely and leading him to the backyard.
This spot was precisely where the gunpowder warehouse was located.
Originally managed by soone sent by the Ministry of Industry but now taken over by Imperial Censor Wang, with three layers of defense surrounding it.
Everyone’s deanor was extrely tense.
Dong Cunshan, holding the Token, passed the checks and arrived at the small courtyard outside the warehouse.
Imperial Censor Wang was seen sitting by the stone table in the courtyard, pouring and drinking by himself, while the ground was covered with snow and red plums hung on the branches. Although he looked tired, he remained calm and composed.
"Young Hero Li is here, have a drink."
Seeing Li Yan enter, he personally poured wine, smilingly shaking his head, "Originally, I intended to offer tea, but this place is not suitable for lighting a fire, so drinking wine to fend off the cold isn’t bad."
"What refined taste you have, sir."
Li Yan sat boldly, finishing the glass of wine in one gulp.
"Not really refined."
Imperial Censor Wang sighed, smiling bitterly, "I miscalculated, never thinking King Shu would truly rebel, but fortunately, there are still many righteous people in the city. Young Hero Li, what counsel do you offer?"
The old fox is indeed shrewd...
Li Yan nodded slightly, "No need to bla yourself, sir. There’s more to this than ets the eye, most likely King Shu has long been body-seized by a demon."
"Oh?"
Imperial Censor Wang frowned, "Are you sure?"
Li Yan briefly explained the situation, then cupped his fists, "Don’t bla , sir, this is a serious matter, and I can’t be certain, not deliberately concealing, considering how hard it is for anyone to believe."
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