The Path of the Martial Arts BOSS
Chapter 455 - 267 The Action is About to Begin

Chapter 455: Chapter 267 The Action is About to Begin

"Undying Seven Illusions, indeed a Four Star," Qing Yu thought. If the Undying Seven Illusions had been only Three Stars, Qing Yu could have laughed himself to death at the system’s ridiculousness.

After such a difficult fight, it would be embarrassing if the highest Martial Arts were only Three Stars—it would make him seem weak.

What followed was the customary Martial Arts Enlightenment.

Although Shi Zhixuan’s Undying Seal Technique combined Buddha and Demon, it was similar in essence to the Daoist School’s Taiji philosophy, serendipitously aligning with Qing Yu’s own path and proving quite beneficial to him.

Moreover, though Qing Yu’s foundation was primarily based on Daoist Skill, his True Qi had the nature of "One Qi to Ten Thousand Qi." Practicing various other Martial Arts was also a complement to his Dao.

Of course, the most important gain was the acquisition of the Undying Seal Technique, which brought Qing Yu one step closer to his goal of standing up against all foes—a joyous and congratulatory occasion!

Suddenly, his vision blurred and Qing Yu returned to the real world.

The prolonged battles in the Inheritance Space left no trace in the real world. When Qing Yu exited the Inheritance Space, only one second had passed in reality; everything appeared as if nothing had happened.

To the real world, indeed, nothing had happened.

However, the sight of a few more white hairs was proof of Qing Yu’s gains in the Inheritance Space.

His battle with Shi Zhixuan allowed him to progress even further, inching closer to achieving the harmony of the Three Elements.

"By now, Feng Chaonan and his group should be about to make their move. The operation to besiege ’me,’" Qing Yu muttered with an inscrutable smile.

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Mr. Ji’s third visit to Feng Chaonan’s residence was still in that garden, a place Feng Chaonan seemed to favor for holding meetings.

However, this time was different; it was Feng Chaonan who had actively summoned the Azure Dragon Association.

"What do you want with me?" Mr. Ji asked Feng Chaonan bluntly.

It couldn’t be helped. Although Feng Chaonan was of high status, he was a weakling not even at the Innate Nine Layers. How could Ji, who only respected force, treat him with full respect?

Faced with Mr. Ji’s disrespect, Feng Chaonan showed not the slightest anger. Even if his patience was not vast, his tolerance was excellent, better than anyone else’s for things that needed to be endured.

Feng Chaonan then said amicably with a smile, "Mr. Ji, I’ve called you here this time to make another deal with your Azure Dragon Association."

"Oh?" Mr. Ji asked with interest, "Who’s the target?"

The deals of the Azure Dragon Association always involved assassination.

"Si Qingwei," Feng Chaonan stated a name that surprised many.

"Si Qingwei? If I recall, she should be your cousin. What now, after killing your brother, you want to kill your cousin too?" Mr. Ji mocked.

Unaffected by the taunt, Feng Chaonan calmly continued, "I have no choice. But what can I do if my dear cousin Si Qingwei stands in my way? She’s been too close to Feng Qiwu, and the Si Family seems keen on supporting him wholeheartedly. They’re seeking my downfall.

Since they are unkind, you can’t blame me for being unjust. Once Si Qingwei is killed, I’d like to see who else would dare to collude with Feng Qiwu."

As he spoke of this, a ferocious light flickered in Feng Chaonan’s eyes, clearly harboring a deep desire for Si Qingwei to die.

"I’ll do it," Mr. Ji agreed without hesitation, "Si Qingwei, within seven days. But you’d better prepare the reward, the same amount as last time when you wanted the Eldest Prince dead."

The same as the Eldest Prince?

Feng Chaonan’s eyes twitched slightly; it was indeed an outrageous demand. Back then, the Eldest Prince was an obstacle on his path to becoming the Imperial Prince, so he had paid a hefty price.

Now, was Si Qingwei on par with the Eldest Prince?

"Isn’t that price a bit too steep?" Feng Chaonan frowned.

"Not steep at all. The Eldest Prince was an obstacle for you back then, but if Si Qingwei were to marry the Eighth Prince, you’d be doomed on this struggle for imperial power. For a member of the royal family, especially you who had your own brother killed, failure means death.

I think the price is rather low," Mr. Ji suggested, wagging his index finger.

Hearing this, Feng Chaonan’s face shifted through several emotions. After a long moment of contemplation, he finally decided, "Fine, I agree. But to ensure success, I want Gong Ziyu to take action personally."

For someone like Si Qingwei, it wasn’t necessary for the Dragon Chief to act personally; the cannon fodder could easily accomplish the task using suicide squad tactics. Thus, Mr. Ji could decide on his own.

But for the Dragon Chief to take the field...

Mr. Ji wasn’t authorized to make that decision.

Although he believed that such a lucrative deal would surely be accepted by the Dragon Chief, he had no right to speak for the Chief.

"I’ll have to report this to the Dragon Chief and get his approval," Mr. Ji said.

"If that’s the case, I expect a response by tomorrow."

"Certainly."

Mr. Ji left straight away.

"Do you think Gong Ziyu will accept my request?" Feng Chaonan stood alone for a long time before suddenly asking.

"Based on my understanding of Gong Ziyu, he will," answered a voice.

A man emerged from behind the rockery in the garden.

Dressed like a scholar and seeming quite sunny and amiable at first glance, his eyes, however, hid an intimidating and chilling aura.

"I’ve been infiltrating the Azure Dragon Association for a year, and I know Gong Ziyu well. As long as the benefit is substantial, there is nothing he wouldn’t dare to do. The Martial Arts of Si Qingwei are merely at the Innate Realm, and even with a Divine Origin Realm old servant by her side, for Gong Ziyu, it would be as easy as catching something in his hand.

For such an easy deal, Gong Ziyu won’t refuse," the Pharmacist respectfully replied.

"Hmm, very good," Feng Chaonan remarked, somewhat relieved by the Pharmacist’s explanation. Though the man’s abilities were modest, he had been a Black Envoy in the Azure Dragon Association for a long time and had ample interaction with Gong Ziyu, understanding a great deal of his behavior.

Feng Chaonan walked over to the Pharmacist, saying, "As long as Gong Ziyu is killed, our great plan could proceed. When the time comes, I will not forget your contributions."

"Thank you, Your Highness," the Pharmacist quickly bowed, appearing extremely grateful.

Yet, as he looked down at the ground, his eyes revealed an indelible shock and fear.

The Pharmacist had indeed joined the Azure Dragon Association, but he was no spy.

The Azure Dragon Association had no spies, and Feng Chaonan had never sent any into their ranks. Instead, it was Feng Chaonan’s own forces that were infiltrated like a sieve by the Azure Dragon Association’s spies.

The notion of a spy was but an illusion, one even the person involved believed was real.

’To think the Sixth Prince would trust this matter to such an extent, as if he had experienced it himself. The Brainwashing Secret Technique of the Dragon Chief is truly fearsome.’

The Pharmacist thought this as he bowed his head again, stealing another look at Feng Chaonan’s boots, pity and schadenfreude flickering in his eyes.

’Poor soul, I hope you die knowing the truth.’

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