Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting from Fist Technique Deduction
Chapter 197 - 53 Supervision

Chapter 197: Chapter 53 Supervision

That night, the entire Yanghua was astounded by the talent displayed by Lin Yuan.

The name Lin Yuan resonated throughout Yanghua, becoming a household name.

The Pei family was equally thrilled.

For Lin Yuan to be able to enter the martial arts academy was a triple blessing for them.

Firstly, Lin Yuan had a profound connection with the Pei family. Entering the academy made it highly likely he would become a great pillar the Pei family could rely on in the future.

Secondly, Lin Yuan’s selection into the academy granted the Pei family a tax relief for the year. The conflict with the Hong family had previously caused considerable losses to their granary and herb gardens. Even though they could barely pay the taxes with previous savings, the loss was painful.

Thirdly, the great Buddha sitting on their Pei family’s heads was finally leaving.

It was as if a boss was constantly watching over their work, and any mistake could lead to serious consequences if it displeased the other party.

They both respected and feared Lin Yuan. Yanghua had become accustomed to being the decision-maker, but now every major decision had to go through Lin Yuan, which the Pei family found extremely uncomfortable.

At this moment, Pei Zeqi and several elders, including Pei Zhangluo, were discussing matters following Lin Yuan’s departure.

"It’s basically a done deal that Master Lin is leaving." Pei Zeqi instructed, "Arrange a team to personally see Master Lin off. Especially regarding Master Lin’s family, there must be no mistakes. Third brother, you’ll personally handle this once you return."

"Yes, Family Head." Pei Zhangluo nodded.

Just as Pei Zeqi was about to speak, a figure suddenly appeared at the entrance of the grand hall.

The man was dressed in an ink-green brocade robe, embroidered with golden flying fish patterns. A wide belt adorned with a warm jade was fastened around his waist.

His hair was neatly combed, perhaps streaked with a few silver strands, and he wore an official hat with a red tassel gently swaying in the wind, adding a touch of authority.

The man looked over, his brow exuding a profound sense of dignity.

Pei Zeqi’s brows twitched, and his expression suddenly became extremely solemn.

"Greetings, Inspector."

Pei Zeqi abruptly stood, stepping forward to greet him.

"No need for formalities. My name is Zhan Ting, and I’ve been instructed by my superiors to investigate the anomalies in Yanghua." Zhan Ting raised his hand slightly, halting Pei Zeqi and the others’ salutations.

Leading Zhan Ting to sit with them, Pei Zeqi stood below.

Reclining slightly on the chair back, his voice was low, like an echo in a mountain valley, exerting immense pressure: "Tell me about the abnormalities, in detail."

"Yes, Inspector." Pei Zeqi looked up, meeting the composed gaze of the other person, feeling a quiet sense of astonishment.

There were three people who ever gave him such a strong sense of pressure.

One was Lin Yuan; another was the envoy who arrived yesterday, and the third was this Inspector.

If Lin Yuan felt like a tempest, this one felt like a mountainous weight.

"The situation is like this." Pei Zeqi suppressed his thoughts and meticulously recounted the occurrences.

Upon finishing, everyone present fixed their eyes on the Inspector, unsure how he would proceed.

Zhan Ting furrowed his brow, fingers tapping rhythmically on the nearby tea table, contemplating.

Silence fell over the hall once again.

Thud! Thud!

The sound of Zhan Ting’s tapping resonated throughout the grand hall.

After a moment, Zhan Ting stopped tapping.

Timely, Pei Zeqi spoke cautiously, "Lord, this strange situation lacks clarity for the time being. You must be tired from your travels, perhaps rest for a while. I shall prepare a feast to welcome you."

"Hold on," Zhan Ting shook his head, rose, and instructed, "Where are the anomalies? Take me to see them."

"Yes!" Pei Zeqi promptly responded.

Inwardly, he developed increased regard for Zhan Ting: "This Inspector seems decisive and efficient, not one for procrastination."

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Not to mention the Pei family leading the Inspector for a survey.

In the Office of Affairs at the academy, a steward was secretly troubled over a matter.

This person was named Jiang Yu, responsible for some purchasing at the Office of Affairs, familiar with various places in Yanghua.

On the surface, he worked for the Pei family, but his true identity was that of a mole planted by the Hong family.

After the downfall of the Hong family earlier, he wasn’t implicated during the Pei family’s purge. He quietly breathed a sigh of relief, believing that his identity was thoroughly cleansed, becoming a bona fide member of the Pei family.

However, the secret message he received that day utterly shocked him.

"Within three days, find any abnormal or strange events that have occurred in Yanghua over the past year."

Seeing this peculiar request, Jiang Yu frowned deeply.

He immediately utilized his power, continuously gathering information from various sources. Yet everything sent to the Hong family was unsatisfactory.

"One more day is left until the deadline. What should I do?" Jiang Yu slumped at the table, looking out at the lightly falling snow, unable to suppress a sigh.

"Husband, what are you troubled about?" asked his concubine, noticing Jiang Yu’s worried demeanor, as she draped a coat around him.

"Xian’er, you wouldn’t understand my troubles. Lately, someone has been searching everywhere for some kind of anomaly, and I’ve scoured the records to no avail. If I can’t find it soon, ah!" Jiang Yu’s expression was distressed, unable to contain his sighs.

"Husband, don’t wear yourself out." The concubine gently massaged his shoulders.

The next day.

Early in the morning, Jiang Yu hurriedly left the room, leaving his concubine worried as she watched his departing figure.

"My brother is coming today, I need to have the servants prepare," the concubine thought, knowing Jiang Yu had remained awake all night, worried about her own lack of rest.

She too appeared haggard, forcing herself up to arrange preparations with the servants.

Soon, a burly young man entered.

Yet that young man bore a defiant look, his robes carelessly draped, and there was an air of roguishness about him. If Lin Yuan were to come, seeing this person would certainly evoke the deepest memories.

It was none other than Duan Yong, who had slain his former self.

"Sis, what’s planned for today? I want to eat your roasted goose, be sure to make one for me!" Duan Yong called out as he entered the inner courtyard.

"Stop shouting. Can’t you behave properly?" Duan Xian did not hesitate to criticize as she walked into the inner hall.

Duan Yong was accustomed to this, sitting by a chair and grabbing some melon seeds to nibble on.

Pht.

As he spoke, the seed shells were spat onto the floor.

Still reminiscing about the tactile memories of the bewitching beauties from Zui Xiang Lou last night, he noticed Duan Xian’s weary face.

"Sister, what’s up? Is it you and brother-in-law?" Duan Yong paused, unable to help asking.

His brother-in-law was his monetary lifeline, his sister’s favor mustn’t be lost.

"Hmph. Mind your own business." Duan Xian huffed irritably, turning away with a sigh, "Your brother-in-law encountered a problem recently, and he’s been sleepless all night, dragging me down with him."

Seeing his sister still favored, Duan Yong inwardly relaxed, sinking back into the chair and grabbing another handful of peanuts.

He casually asked while eating, "What kind of trouble can my brother-in-law have?"

"I heard someone asked him to find places with anomalies or strange phenomena." Duan Xian’s brows knitted tightly, her eyes filled with concern.

"Phenomena?" Duan Yong shook his head, peeling another peanut and tossing it into his mouth, "Where are there any phenomena?"

"You mingle with quite a lot of people, can’t you think of anything?" Duan Xian complained.

This brother of hers didn’t take his studies seriously, his martial arts skills only enough to rank among Yanghua’s bottom disciples. Without relying on her husband’s influence, he would’ve been kicked out long ago.

Duan Yong didn’t take it to heart, continuing to nibble on his peanuts.

Suddenly, he recalled a time about half a year ago, at his old home, when it seemed a phenomenon occurred.

"Sis, I might have seen a phenomenon somewhere." Duan Yong paused, turning to look at Duan Xian.

"You know?" Duan Xian was stunned, not expecting her brother to know, "Quickly, tell me."

Duan Yong shook his head, "I can tell you, but I’m a bit short on cash lately."

He squinted shrewdly, "Heh heh, you know what I mean."

"Oh! You lazy bum." Duan Xian reached out to hit Duan Yong, "Quickly tell me, if it solves your brother-in-law’s problem, there won’t be a lack of Silver as rewards!"

"Your brother-in-law’s situation is urgent, what’s the phenomenon? Hurry up!"

"Well, about half a year ago, I returned home once." Duan Yong thought for a moment before slowly recounting the situation he witnessed: "On the second day of my return, deep in the mountains, it seemed there was a phenomenon in the sky, with one red and one blue color, quite strange. But later the blue disappeared, and the red persisted for two days before vanishing."

"Oh, and when the red sky appeared, it was surprisingly hot too." Concluding his story, Duan Yong popped another peanut into his mouth, "Sis, does this count? Don’t shortchange me on Silver, you’re the one who mentioned it."

"Money money money! You’re obsessed with it!" Duan Xian glared fiercely at her brother.

Then she headed towards the inner room, leaving only her voice: "I’ll go notify your brother-in-law right away."

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