Chapter 526: Chapter 382: Caged Bird, Wound of the Sage—Is Su Mu’s Death Predestined?

Oasis of Yellow Sand.

"Madam, I think there’s something suspicious about this matter."

A tall man kneeling on the ground spoke in a deep voice. Sima Jingshu snorted coldly, then suddenly shrieked, grabbing a porcelain bottle in front of her and smashing it hard on the man’s head.

"Hmph, do you think you’re smart? Do I need you to teach me how to do things?"

"Even heaven is helping me this time, Su Mu is doomed."

"Just in case, immediately inform that side, tell them the news, and let them confirm it themselves. Having taken so much money from me, if they fail again, don’t blame me for turning hostile."

...

Darkness under the lamp.

A few kilometers from the South China Governor’s Mansion, in an international grand hotel.

"Sir, they informed us that Target One has appeared and is about to leave the Southern War Zone for the Longxia Imperial Capital. They require you to act en route and bring back the target’s head."

With hands behind, the gray-clad figure, gender indistinguishable, admired the bustling night view of the city with indifference, a trace of mockery on their face.

Indeed, this world is the same in every country, or rather, the human race has never changed: selfish, greedy, addicted to infighting.

To be honest...

The figure even doubted whether the so-called Human Great Sage actually existed. Such perfect virtue should not be born among the human race.

The Bright Church Court, which always claimed to be orthodox from the Great Sage, was far from being as great and righteous as it appeared. Only the Court knew how many evil deeds the Disciplinary Dark Department had done in secrecy.

Otherwise, there would not be demons like them, nor would the Dark Demon Society have been born.

"Heh, but what does that have to do with me..."

The gray-clad figure chuckled inwardly, overlooking the prosperous city of Longxia, a slight frown in their eyes.

Speaking of which, the reaction speed of the Longxia Military Department far exceeded expectations, unlike anything experienced during missions in Western Countries.

Since crossing the border, half of his men were lost, and even his whereabouts were grasped within a few days.

This situation, and level of difficulty, could never be encountered in Western Countries; their military reactions were exceedingly sluggish. Often, by the time they realized, he had already completed his mission and left the country, enjoying his freedom.

"The Assassin Realm and Gray Realm organizations all say: Don’t easily step into Longxia; Longxia is a forbidden zone for gray organizations. This saying is indeed true."

"But the more forbidden it is, the more dangerous, the more alluring it becomes."

The gray-clad face showed a trace of anticipation and joy.

Indeed, this trip was commissioned by that Longxia woman, but that was just the surface task. The real purpose was to test the Longxia Military Department.

Because a Giant Beast Cave within Longxia showed anomalies, with such tight news blockade, it suggested the emergence of the new Martial Saint Tower might not be false.

Therefore, the true purpose of this trip was to use the Wound of the Saint to create as much chaos as possible within Longxia, and then take the opportunity to gather intelligence, perhaps even personally step into several war zones of Longxia to see what the Longxia Military Department could do to him!

But who could have thought...

One of the true issuers of this mission included someone from the Holy See.

As for the aftermath of the chaos in Longxia, it was no longer his concern.

"A Sixth Level Martial Artist? An existence like an ant."

The thought of this time’s target, that guy called Su Mu, filled him with disdain and extreme displeasure.

"Behind the Overlord Blade Martial Arts Hall stood a Martial Saint; if not necessary, do not easily make enemies. But if an accident happens, the information about that Longxia woman can be thrown out to create an opportunity for me to escape Longxia."

"Since that’s the case, I’ll personally take action once more."

The gray-clad figure thought to himself.

The report-bearing subordinate trembled all over, cold sweat pouring down, not daring to lift his head. In the midst of winter, even a Grandmaster Martial Artist was dripping with cold sweat.

"Have our people confirm the authenticity of the news on Longxia’s dark web."

Time flies like a white colt passing by a crack, three days later.

"Sir, it’s been verified."

"The information provided by that Longxia woman is true. Seven days later will be the seventieth birthday of the current Patriarch of the Imperial Capital Ye Family, and Su Mu is on the guest list."

"It’s likely due to the woman beside him having had an accident before that caused the War Zone to keep the list confidential."

"Good, you’ve done well. This ring will be your reward."

...

Southern War Zone.

"Su Mu, could you have the ability of foresight? There’s been movement on the dark web; indeed, someone has secretly offered a reward for information in this area. I’ve already had the information sold to them in batches. Rest assured, the people selling the information aren’t ours and won’t raise their suspicions."

On the phone, An San’s tone was filled with disbelief. Originally, he thought Su Mu was just a Martial Arts prodigy, but didn’t expect that in terms of intellect, Su Mu was equally extraordinary.

Previously, the Dark Department had lost the trail of the Phantom Demon, and he was somewhat troubled, but Su Mu resolved it so smoothly for him.

"I can assure you, what happened to your wife last time will never happen again. I’ll have the Dark Department strengthen the protection of your family and friends."

"Good, thank you."

Su Mu expressed his thanks. An San was very clever, and clearly deduced something from it. This time, the Phantom Demon was very likely targeting Su Mu, which is why he proactively made such a statement.