Chapter 1287: Two-Pronged Approach

Zhang Yi took away the three corpses. After all, they were three high-level Delta origins, and it would be a great waste to leave them behind.

He walked all the way back, and not a single person dared to block his path. He soon vanished into the vast, heavy snowfall.

Not long after, he returned to the Pagyi Family estate.

At this time, Pagyi Gesang had already returned home and was sitting in the main hall, sipping butter tea while frequently glancing out the door.

The chief steward, Lhobu, standing beside him, was deeply worried and kept muttering.

"My intention was to have people delay them for a while. Even if they were three Dharma-protecting Vajras, so what? Could they really force their way into our Pagyi Family estate?"

"But I never expected that distinguished guest to voluntarily choose to leave with them. I couldn't stop him even if I tried."

Lhobu's words were meant to absolve himself of responsibility, telling Pagyi Gesang that the blame for this matter couldn't be placed on his head.

Pagyi Gesang paid him no mind. Regarding Zhang Yi's actions, Pagyi Gesang understood Zhang Yi's intentions in his heart.

When Zhang Yi killed Loren and the others, he had already bared his fangs. No matter how much he swallowed his pride now, the Yasha Langtai family would never let them go.

They could hide for a while, but not forever.

Furthermore, given Zhang Yi's status, how could he possibly regard the mere Yasha Langtai family with any importance?

Let alone them, even that powerful Lord of the Charnel Ground could not force Zhang Yi to do anything.

Although doing this was equivalent to completely tearing up all pretense with the Yasha Langtai family.

Pagyi Gesang didn't find it troublesome in his heart. On the contrary, he was overjoyed.

After all, tearing up that pretense was just the last thin layer of window paper left.

With the Prayer Festival approaching, everyone knew that the last shred of harmony in the Southwest Region would soon vanish without a trace.

If the Yasha Langtai family really succeeded in obtaining the legendary Demon Kingdom treasure, the Pagyi Family would be left with only a dead end.

Zhang Yi's action indicated his willingness to intervene in the feud between the Pagyi Family and the Yasha Langtai family.

Of course, the premise was to let Zhang Yi see the value they could offer.

Pagyi Gesang ignored Lhobu's incessant chatter and kept staring out the door.

Suddenly, a black figure appeared at the entrance to the front courtyard.

It was Zhang Yi returning.

The guards at the gate were startled. They hadn't noticed anyone approaching at all, yet Zhang Yi had abruptly appeared before them.

This meant that if Zhang Yi wanted to kill someone within the heavily guarded Pagyi estate, it would be as simple as reaching into a bag to take something.

The guards felt awe and fear, hurriedly bowing their heads in salute.

"Distinguished guest!"

They did not know Zhang Yi's name. In front of outsiders, Zhang Yi and his group also addressed each other using the codenames "A, B, C, D."

Therefore, everyone within the estate uniformly addressed Zhang Yi as "Distinguished guest."

Zhang Yi nodded and strode into the courtyard. Pagyi Gesang hastily put down his teacup, quickly plastering a fawning smile on his face as he walked over.

Seeing Zhang Yi return safe and sound, Lhobu was also struck dumb with amazement.

Although he knew the distinguished guest invited by the family head must possess extraordinary strength, he absolutely never imagined the other party could escape from the hands of three top-tier superhumans from Sangha Monastery.

"My esteemed benefactor, you've returned!"

Pagyi Gesang, smiling broadly, ushered Zhang Yi into the room. He then immediately dismissed everyone, including Chief Steward Lhobu.

Only the two of them remained in the room. The others waited outside at a distance, full of curiosity.

Suolang Deji stood guard at the main door with a cold expression, not allowing anyone to approach.

After closing the door, Zhang Yi sat down on a chair.

Pagyi Gesang couldn't wait to ask, "Mr. Chaos, how did you deal with those people?"

Zhang Yi said indifferently, "Killed them all. This time, the matter is no small thing for you. Can you handle it?"

A teasing smile played on Zhang Yi's face.

He had killed the Dharma-protectors of Sangha Monastery, helping to lighten Pagyi Gesang's burden, but the Pagyi Family also needed to bear the consequences.

Pagyi Gesang took a deep breath. While overjoyed inside, his face also grew more solemn.

"Thank you!"

He said to Zhang Yi very seriously.

"All these years, Yasha Langtai Deji, relying on the Lord of the Charnel Ground, has usurped the position of Khenpo of Sangha Monastery."

"Using the power in his hands, he turned Sangha Monastery into the private property of the Yasha Langtai family."

"Who knows how many of my Pagyi clansmen they have killed under the guise of the Monk Soldiers!"

"Mr. Chaos, you killed well!"

Pagyi Gesang placed his right hand over his chest and said gratefully, "On behalf of those innocent clansmen who died tragic deaths, I express my gratitude to you!"

The Southwest Region combines politics and religion. By controlling Sangha Monastery, one could kill in the name of gods and buddhas.

For example, this time, Mukawa and the other two came to the Pagyi estate under the pretext of subduing demons and eliminating evil, using their three-man strength to forcefully demand the person.

In a land where religious power is deeply rooted, the power of a religious leader is even stronger than secular imperial authority.

If imperial authority wants someone dead, it can force rebellion.

But in the Southwest Region, all you need to do is tell people, 'This is a test from the gods and buddhas. After death, you will ascend to the Pure Land, or enjoy endless wealth and honor in the next life.' They will then gladly go to their deaths, even smiling as they die.

After Yasha Langtai Deji took control of Sangha Monastery, he executed figures from forces that did not submit to him under various pretexts.

The Pagyi Family, once the most powerful force, naturally bore the brunt. Many of their key members were killed by them.

Zhang Yi took a sip of tea and said calmly, "What do you plan to do next?"

"Of course, my people and I can also take action in this matter. But you need to pay sufficient compensation."

Zhang Yi rubbed his thumb and fingers together at Pagyi Gesang.

Although the Demon Kingdom treasure and the original version of the *Epic of King Gesar* were what Zhang Yi wanted most.

But he didn't mind at all earning some extra money on the side.

Pagyi Gesang was moved to tears of gratitude.

"Respected Mr. Chaos, you must be a bodhisattva sent by heaven to save the Snowy Plateau!"

"With your words, I am reassured. However, this time, the Yasha Langtai family probably won't fight us to the bitter end."

"After all, there is only one week left until the Prayer Festival is held. Anyone who affects the grand event at this time is a sinner."

"But just in case, you only need to help me, behind the scenes, prevent the Lord of the Charnel Ground from taking action."

Zhang Yi nodded. "You make the decisions on these matters yourself. I'm not someone who likes to interfere in other people's family affairs."

Each of the Six Major Regions has its own situation, but a very basic principle is not to easily interfere in the affairs of other regions. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Zhang Yi only wanted the rare manuscript and to explore the legendary Demon Kingdom ruins. Naturally, he wouldn't actively interfere in local matters.

After Pagyi Gesang finished speaking, he took his leave.

Sangha Monastery and the Yasha Langtai family would not let the matter rest. Even if they wouldn't launch an all-out war, they would certainly make some kind of statement.

He needed to arrange for his subordinates to tighten security. Additionally, he needed to gather important assets and store them in the family treasury.

Author's Note