The Blade-Wielding Legend-Chapter 1407 - 725: Zhao Qingxu’s Tail

Luo Mingzi's face was ashen, the coldness on his body surpassed the frost on the ground.

"Seal the perimeter! Brother Zhang, investigate the Qi residue!"

"Brother Li, perform the autopsy!"

"Brother Zhao, inspect the traces of the duel! The rest, keep watch around!"

The elite of the Law Enforcement Hall moved like an arm following the command and scattered instantly.

Someone chanted a mantra and ignited a talisman. As they moved forward, green smoke appeared and did not dissipate, revealing various traces.

This is the "Visualization Technique," which can reveal traces of spellcasting by reacting with Astra Bane Qi. Its only flaw is a time limit, but with the opponent having just left, it's very timely.

Someone lit a specially made white candle, the pale flame flickering, while the surroundings grew darker.

This is the "Spirit Communication Candle," which can briefly reveal the light and shadow of yin souls to investigate exorcism methods.

In the Law Enforcement Hall, many of these disposable magic artifacts for assistance are abundant. Li Yan had befriended the Law Enforcement Hall partly to purchase them, and the Capital Law Enforcement Hall uses naturally more advanced ones.

Soon, they made discoveries.

"They used spells to set up a trap!"

"There are a large number of yin souls remaining, with deep resentment!" 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

Upon hearing this, Luo Mingzi's brow furrowed slightly, and he murmured, "Something's not right..."

Even if it was a surprise attack, to instantly slaughter the Captain Bureau troops without firing a shot, the ambusher must be a master. Yet, they left traces after casting spells, which is the behavior of a fool.

Who are they really...

Luo Mingzi's gaze was like a hawk, scanning the chaotic hoof and footprints on either side of the official road.

It was evident that the battle broke out suddenly and ended even faster. The footprints were chaotic, but they disappeared after leaving the vicinity.

In the trees!

Luo Mingzi leaped into the air and landed on a tree branch, indeed finding numerous footprints.

"Their movement technique is excellent, not a single one is a clumsy hand."

Thinking of this, he leapt down again, crouching beside a frozen Colonel's corpse, prizing open its rigid jaw to find a slight charred mark on the tip of the tongue.

"Brother, this is a sign of violent Divine Soul disturbance before death," a nearby Daoist muttered. "The tongue against the palate should mean the mind was instantly shrouded by a vast Illusion Technique."

"It was invaded by yin souls!"

Luo Mingzi nodded, then looked towards the corpse's chest, tearing open the tattered clothing.

The fatal wound appeared, a narrow, slanted stab to the heart from under the ribs.

The edge of the wound was smooth with slight jagged tears.

"A sharp weapon, a one-hit kill. This... is not the style of Central Earth's blades."

The few people exchanged glances and quickly inspected other soldiers killed in close combat. The wounds were surprisingly similar.

"Brother, this slashing force is heavy, but the application of power seems both cleaving and thrusting. Have you ever seen it before?"

A young Daoist couldn't help but ask.

Luo Mingzi frowned first, then a spiritual light flashed in his mind, "It's a 'rib sword'!"

He said solemnly, "This is the rib sword dagger commonly used by Japanese Samurai! Its blade is uniquely forged, leaving these slight tear marks. I once went to Luoyang to clean up a mess, and the wounds were extremely similar."

Everyone was shocked by this.

A young Daoist looked around, somewhat incredulous, "Japanese spells are this strong?"

Luo Mingzi said gravely, "I'm afraid a master has arrived. Release the Spirit Dog and follow the traces!"

However, as the group tracked, they lost the trail halfway.

Looking at the city wall in the morning light in the distance, everyone's faces were grim...

......

"Japanese?"

Outside the Hundred Work Building, Li Yan was somewhat surprised.

"Indeed."

A young Daoist from the Law Enforcement Hall shook his head helplessly, "Plans were lost, the Captain Bureau suffered heavy casualties, and none of the Wala men or the South Sea Ambassadors taken away survived."

"His Majesty is furious. Brother Luo Mingzi was reprimanded in the palace for two whole hours. This was a great humiliation, and those barbarian envoys all submitted letters expressing their dissatisfaction. Even Commander Ru from the Captain Bureau is very unhappy with us."

"Brother Luo has already arrested the Commandery Prince of the sea and is interrogating him in the dungeon. He sent me to ask Young Hero Li if you've ever seen similar spells when dealing with pirates in Luoyang?"

Li Yan shook his head, "The Japanese spells are adept at exorcism, called Shikigami. We killed a master skilled in this path, who commanded a Ghost God called 'Blue Lantern Woman.' This should be a similar spell."

"Oh."

The young Daoist looked disappointed upon hearing this.

Li Yan turned to look at the Hundred Work Building again, speaking solemnly, "We are at a critical stage of magic artifact crafting. Soon, Academy disciples will enroll, and all these masters will be busy. It's really hard to spare any time."

"But I recommend someone; he has dealt with Japanese frequently and should be able to help you."

The young Daoist's eyes lit up, cupping his hands, "Please advise, Young Hero Li."

"Commander Tian Hua of the Captain Bureau!"

......

Outside the Grand Sacrificial Officer's gate, Tian Hua looked at the plaque above, sighing slightly.

This Commander Tian Hua pursued Zhao Changsheng by order, met Li Yan at Liangzi Lake, and then traveled from Shu to the South, following the clues related to Jianmu.

Unfortunately, he suffered a major blow in the south, with all his brothers dying, leaving him alone.

Before the Jinmen artillery case, he handed the Token to Li Yan, facilitating coordination with the local Captain Bureau, reducing losses.

But after transferring to the Capital, things weren't as smooth.

Due to the setbacks in the south, he's been under review these days. Although not tortured physically or stripped of rank, several snarky colleagues have tormented him into exhaustion.

At any time, there are those who are doers and those who are managers.

Doers are good at working.

Managers are good at tormenting people.