The Path of the Martial Arts BOSS
Chapter 434 - 246 Official Dao Assassination

Chapter 434: Chapter 246 Official Dao Assassination

On the imperial road, the sound of horseshoes resounded incessantly as a group of five riders galloped at breakneck speed.

Leading the group was Jiang Beichuan, stationed in the southern border of Northern Zhou, guarding the Cangshui Pass against Daqian.

Despite the lack of warfare between Northern Zhou and Daqian over the years, due to Feng Tianming viewing Daqian as a hypothetical foe, the troops at Cangshui Pass were all top-notch and fierce soldiers.

Because of this, the position of General at Cangshui Pass had become coveted.

On Jiang Beichuan’s journey to the Divine Capital to report on his duties, an assassination attempt crept up silently.

"Halt!" The charging horses slowed to a stop as Jiang Beichuan raised his hand to cease their advance, his tiger-like eyes staring coldly into the woods beside the road.

His deputy general and three guards also placed their hands on the hilts of their blades, vigilant and careful.

Though it had been years since he had been in battle, Jiang Beichuan’s military instincts were still sharp enough to sense the lurking danger.

"Friend, since you’ve come, why not step out into the open and meet me properly?" Jiang Beichuan suddenly shouted, his voice echoing for miles, highlighting his extraordinary power.

"Ha ha ha..."

Amidst the laughter, an old man with floating wide sleeves and youthful features emerged from the woods, holding a fishing rod green as jade bamboo—it was Lin Huaigou, the ’Nanjiang Fisherman’ newly recruited by Feng Chaonan.

Following him came a dark-skinned man, embracing a single-blade sword, none other than Ping Er who had defeated Kuang Yuan, ranked ninth on the rankings list.

"It’s you, Lin Huaigou," Jiang Beichuan immediately recognized the shameless sixth-ranked man on the rankings list.

"Indeed, it is I," Lin Huaigou stroked his long beard, standing with a contented smile.

Clearly, he was pleased that Jiang Beichuan had recognized him at a glance.

However, what Jiang Beichuan said next spoiled Lin Huaigou’s good mood entirely.

"You’ve been frantically fleeing from the Demon Young Master, not hiding in some mountain hole trying to survive, and yet dare to attempt an assassination on me?"

His words, full of sarcasm, hit Lin Huaigou’s sore spot. Had it not been for being chased by the Demon Young Master, with Lin Huaigou’s proud disposition, he would not have humbly served Feng Chaonan as a lackey, coming to assassinate a court official of Northern Zhou.

Lin Huaigou had been reluctant initially, but Jiang Beichuan’s words ignited a murderous intent in him.

"Very well, Jiang Beichuan, you dare to insult me. Today, I shall send you to the underworld to atone for your sins."

Murderous intent triggered, True Qi drew forth, turning the thin, silkworm-thread like line on the jade bamboo fishing rod into something alive, snaking and constricting toward Jiang Beichuan and his party.

The fishing line was thin, invisible in the sunlight, but Jiang Beichuan could feel the cold sharpness creeping toward him.

The ’Nanjiang Fisherman’s’ martial skills were all concentrated in that fishing rod, and although his reputation among the discerning was poor, his formidable prowess could not be denied.

After all, the rankings list was based on actual strength, and without that, no matter how renowned one might be, it would be difficult to convince the masses.

Just like Gong Ziyu, previously ranked tenth on the rankings list, who was scoffed at as the most unsubstantial and overrated person ever on it. Only after he had stealthily entered the Imperial Palace at night to assassinate Eldest Prince Feng Guanyu, and Bai Guishan, a former ranking list member, as well as facing Huyan Qian, who, despite not being very famous, was still of Divine Origin Realm strength, did people truly start to acknowledge his place at the tenth rank.

So much so that some called for Gong Ziyu’s rank to be moved up several places.

After all, sneaking into the Imperial Palace at night to behead a Prince was an act of madness few on the list of top fighters would dare to attempt.

"Retreat!" Jiang Beichuan shouted.

The five men leaped from their horses and hurriedly retreated.

"Hissss—"

A loud neighing sounded, yet it was the horses’ death screams. Just as the five steeds made a sound, they were sliced into dozens of pieces by fishing line as fine as silk. The line, unstained by any blood, continued to slash with extreme speed.

"Junior, don’t intervene. This old man wants to show this Jiang surname how formidable I am," Lin Huaigou admonished Ping Er as he made his move.

Today, he wanted Jiang Beichuan to witness the fury of the ’Nanjiang Fisherman.’

"With the abilities of Lin Huaigou and Ping Er who defeated Kuang Yuan, they’re more than capable of killing Jiang Beichuan and his men. Why do you need to act personally and even bring me here?"

In the deep forest beside the official road, a cold yet pleasant voice echoed.

Yun Wuyue looked at the profile of the man beside her wearing a bronze mask, her eyes filled with a tinge of confusion.

Through the intelligence network of the Yin Demon Sect, Yun Wuyue knew that Gong Ziyu currently seemed to be cooperating with the Sixth Prince, but it was merely a partnership. With this man’s temperament, he didn’t need to be so diligent, nor did he need to personally come to confirm the death of Jiang Beichuan.

Moreover, he brought her along.

"Bringing you here is also to let you know that, soon, those Dancing Girls under your command will be targeting military leaders similar to Jiang Beichuan. Prepare in advance.

Since ancient times, the land of beauties was a tomb for heroes. Even if these military men are as solid as steel, beauty can peel them layer by layer."

Qing Yu gazed at the scene in the distance, leisurely saying, "However, the main point is to let you, the Two Dragon Heads, understand the stance of the Azure Dragon Association, to prevent any missteps in the upcoming actions."

"Oh? The stance of the Azure Dragon Association? Isn’t the Association currently standing with Feng Chaonan? Or are you planning to shift your allegiance again?" Yun Wuyue asked.

"It’s not about changing sides, but from the start, we never stood on Feng Chaonan’s side."

"We never stood on Feng Chaonan’s side from the start..."

An intangible chill quietly spread. Yun Wuyue turned, gazing straight at the bronze mask that seemed to conceal everything, "It seems my position as a Two Dragon Heads is indeed nothing more than a title. If it weren’t for the fact that you couldn’t hide your next move from me, I suppose you would’ve continued to let me believe that the Azure Dragon Association was cooperating with Feng Chaonan, right?"

"Isn’t power always linked to responsibility?" Qing Yu continued to watch the distant battle, speaking straightforwardly without averting his eyes, "You once promised me that after I took action against the Demon Envoy of the Heavenly Demon Palace, you would also join in the Azure Dragon Association’s regular assassination work. But now, many affairs of the Association still require me, the Dragon Chief, to personally intervene.

I gave you a secret manual to train those Dancing Girls of the Yin Demon Sect, yet the opportunities to use these Dancing Girls in the Azure Dragon Association have been few and far between.

With such neglect, how can you expect to receive the power you’re due?"

His words were logical and left Yun Wuyue feeling that she had no retort.

"It seems I have underestimated the Azure Dragon Association."

Yun Wuyue felt that her role as Two Dragon Heads was quite a failure; she had always believed that the Azure Dragon Association was merely a simple assassin organization. Now, the Dragon Chief before her had his sights set on a place she hadn’t seen.

"The goal of the Azure Dragon Association, or perhaps your goal, has piqued my interest."

"Hmm, it seems you’ve understood your position. Then next, it’s our turn to take action, to kill Lin Huaigou and Ping Er..."

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