Chapter 1263: Chapter 32: I Want to See Emperor Ye [2-in-1] (Part 3)

"So it’s precisely because of you that the Emperor Ye managed to survive for two thousand years until now."

Fang Che said, "That’s why I’ve come to find you."

Sikong Dou said with a calm face, "Then how did you discover it?"

"The last time I came in, I smelled the scent of the Emperor Ye here," Fang Che said, "And also that broken silver coin you keep separately in your drawer."

"Could it be that the Emperor Ye can’t come to my bookstore to buy books?" Sikong Dou said.

"Of course he can. In fact, he indeed came to buy books, and that silver coin was the payment. Because he couldn’t possibly just take a book and leave, that would make others suspect that he didn’t pay. And you all don’t want any risks at all."

"If someone shouts: Boss, that person didn’t pay. Although it’s not really a big deal for you, you still don’t want such hassles."

"So, every time the Emperor Ye comes to you, he buys a book. And that silver coin in your drawer might be the one he just tossed there before we came."

Fang Che said, "So, I suspect there’s a relationship between you and the Emperor Ye."

"Ridiculous!"

Sikong Dou exclaimed angrily.

"It is indeed a bit far-fetched, but it’s the only clue I have, so I must hold onto it, because aside from this, there’s no second path, so I can only turn to you."

Fang Che said frankly, "Moreover, I’ve checked out your bookstore, lots of books, but none that provide benefit to deep martial artists. And although the Emperor Ye was intrigued by ’Conquer the World,’ he chose different books instead, because a single silver coin can’t buy ’Conquer the World.’"

Sikong Dou truly halted: "How do you know the Emperor Ye was intrigued by ’Conquer the World’?"

"Because he once stood in front of that bookshelf, and watched for a while. I mean, he just looked at the books on the shelf, watched for a while, without actually taking one out to read." 𝙧𝙚𝙚𝔀𝒆𝓫𝓷𝙤𝓿𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝙤𝓶

Fang Che said.

"How do you know?" Sikong Dou widened his eyes.

"Because on that bookshelf, there’s a spot that also has the scent of the Emperor Ye."

Fang Che said, "Just like someone stood there and held onto the bookshelf with their hand. And that spot is roughly this high."

Fang Che stood up and raised his hand to simulate holding.

The height of the hold was just slightly below the shoulder.

He said, "You know, the scent on the Emperor Ye is so strong. Plus, that kind of poison is unique. Although he tries his best to seal it with spiritual energy, preventing anyone from smelling it. But his hand, after all, still grabbed the bookshelf."

Sikong Dou stared, suddenly speechless.

For a long time, he finally said incredulously, "Your nose... is it a dog’s nose? No, no, even a dog’s nose isn’t as sharp as yours."

Fang Che smiled and said, "So, the senior admits that what I said is true."

"True or false, let’s leave that aside, but the old man needs to know, how are you so confident, claiming to save his life?"

Sikong Dou said, "He’s had that poison for two thousand years!"

"Because that day, he slashed my brother with a sword, and the blade naturally carried the residual poison he forced out, straight into the internal organs!"

Fang Che said casually, "Note, it went straight into the internal organs. And that residual poison was neutralized by me. Now my brother has completely recovered, among the four people who came to buy books that day, he was one of them."

He said slowly, "I’m not sure if... this can be done? But ultimately, it’s worth a try. Or rather, there’s the qualification to give it a try. What do you say?"

Sikong Dou furrowed his brows, pondering deeply, his expression constantly changing.

After a long while, he slowly nodded, "Indeed, there’s the qualification to give it a try."

Fang Che’s heart finally felt completely at ease, he relaxed completely, unable to help raising his wine glass for a drink.

He sighed with relief and said, "I know Emperor Ye doesn’t trust anyone, so I didn’t try to gain his trust, and further know Emperor Ye doesn’t want to rely on or join any force, so I won’t have such demands."

"I also won’t ask him to show his face."

"I only hope that after Emperor Ye recovers, he can reclaim control of Donghu State’s underworld, and even all underworld across the Southeast, Southwest, and Zhengnan!"

"As for any other actions he takes, I don’t have any requests. As for revenge, gratitude, or any other things he wishes to do himself, I don’t care about them all."

These requests should ideally come from Emperor Ye or Sikong Dou.

But Fang Che didn’t wait for the other party to make any demands, he just proactively provided all the answers.

"Why?"

Sikong Dou frowned and asked, "There must be a reason behind your actions."

"The only one who can truly rule the underworld is the Emperor Ye."

Fang Che said, "After my recent sweep, there may be a period of tranquility, but after the action, it’ll inevitably invite even more intense retaliation."

"In this world, scum cannot be completely exterminated."

Fang Che said, "But if that time comes, whether it’s another action or another massacre, it would have already been a catastrophe for the common people of Donghu."

"The people at the bottom are too bitter. And if it reaches that point, this new round of suffering would still be due to my last strike against the underworld!"

"I don’t want to see such things!"

Fang Che said, "So I can only come to you, looking for Emperor Ye."

Sikong Dou frowned: "You understand the Night Emperor’s temperament so well? How did you manage that?"

"Guessing."

Fang Che said: "Because of the Night Emperor’s injury, it hasn’t healed in two thousand years. Whether the Night Emperor seeks Wei Wo Zheng Sect or the Guardians, this poison would have been resolved long ago!"

"Logically, falling victim to the poison of Wei Wo Zheng Sect and seeking the Guardians for help is the normal course of action. It would be a good thing to join the Guardians Camp, after all, it provides support."

"But the Night Emperor held on for two thousand years, preferring death rather than seeking out the Guardians. This shows he doesn’t want to join either Wei Wo Zheng Sect or the Guardians!"

"The Night Emperor has his own perseverance. It’s very obvious."

Hearing such meticulous analysis, step by step revelation, Sikong Dou frowned and suddenly asked: "You came to find me, wasn’t it under the direction of your Guardians’ upper echelon?"

This was the issue he always accused Fang Che of before.

It was also a question he was already sure of.

But now he asked it again.

With a tone of doubt.

"No."

Fang Che said calmly: "I deduced it myself."

With this denial, Sikong Dou showed no emotional fluctuation, just full of disbelief: "This is... amazing..."

"At first, upon entering the store, I just guessed the Night Emperor might have come here to buy books. But I really began to suspect you after you stole Feng Xiangdong’s wallet."

"Even you know how hard it is to steal Feng Xiangdong’s wallet; ordinary thieves can’t do it."

"And during this time, I learned about the Night Emperor’s story. After entering this yard, you mentioned the time two thousand years ago yourself. Up until then, I was seventy percent certain!"

Fang Che laughed: "But that’s already enough, isn’t it?"

Sikong Dou’s face twisted with complexity.

He recalled the words he had just spoken.

"More than two thousand years ago, I was known as the Continent’s number one thief!"

He could never have imagined that such a casual boast would reveal everything!

"Impressive!"

Sikong Dou exhaled deeply, full of emotion.

"It’s the first time in this life I’ve said those words."

Fang Che said: "What do you think?"

"I’m very tempted."

Sikong Dou responded: "But what if later the Guardians use this matter to curry favor?"

"That’s why today I came alone; this is my personal action. It has nothing to do with the Guardians. And I dare not speak of this matter outside, including the two of you must absolutely maintain confidentiality. Otherwise, as you know, the consequences are dire."

Fang Che said: "I came alone, haven’t you guessed why?"

Sikong Dou relaxed, laughing heartily: "I was foolish."

He stood up, saying: "I’ll leave the soundproof barrier on; I’m going out for a bit. Don’t leave this place."

"Understood."

"Regarding this matter, it’s not up to me; it depends on his opinion. If he’s unwilling, no matter what, it’s useless."

"Understood."

Sikong Dou had reached the gate of the yard, still worried, and instructed: "Don’t leave! Don’t leave, alright?"

Only after speaking did he hastily leave.

Previously, he was determined to chase Fang Che away; now he feared from his heart that Fang Che might suddenly leave!

He had to stay without fail.

Such a shift made Fang Che smile, then leisurely poured a drink, unhurried.

Having persuaded Sikong Dou, this matter was almost a complete success.

Fang Che absolutely believed: Even if the Night Emperor disagreed, Sikong Dou would easily bring him over, even if it meant binding!

The Night Emperor, now so weak, was certainly no match for Sikong Dou!

Perhaps others could never find the Night Emperor, but if Sikong Dou took action, it would be as easy as reaching into one’s pants to grab a bird.

Sure enough, less than two minutes passed.

Sikong Dou swooshed back.

Beside him was a figure in a black robe, thoroughly concealed from head to toe.