Catching Monsters

Chapter 326 Do you really think I can't do it?
This prison, originally built by the local government, is not very large and has a faint musty smell.

In the damp, dark corners of the mountain forest, mold and moss grew.

Weeds were piled up on the ground.

Fifteen Imperial Guards were imprisoned here, their shoulder blades pierced with barbs to seal their cultivation and magical power.

They were chained up and thrown inside.

Qin Shujian, with his hair disheveled, was also in one of the cells. He had a lot of bloodstains on his body, clearly indicating that he was seriously injured. Yang Liunian, who was not far away, was in no better condition, with multiple knife wounds on his body.

Originally, their group was preparing to investigate the situation of food and supplies in Wang Longzhi's army.

Suddenly, they received a letter from the capital, ordering them to come to Chongshan County to investigate the matter of the Imperial Seal.

At first, things went relatively smoothly. Chongshan County was located near the southwestern border, and it was a distance of two or three hundred miles from the front line where it was confronting the imperial court.

Therefore, the security measures were not particularly stringent.

Numerous Imperial Guards easily infiltrated the area and, in a secret storeroom, discovered the legendary Imperial Seal of the State.

They could have simply taken the Imperial Seal and left, but Yang Liunian found the place so poorly guarded.

He was tempted to take credit for his work.

I want to seize the opportunity and assassinate the Prince of Daohua in one fell swoop. Such a great achievement would make me proud to return to the capital as the Commander of the Eastern Garrison.

If His Majesty the Emperor is pleased, it is entirely possible that he might even promote me to the position of Deputy Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

Of course, Yang Liunian was not a fool. He was able to reach the position of commander by giving money, which was one aspect, but he was also a capable person.

He first had someone lie in wait for three days to figure out the daily routine and movements of Dao Hua Wang Liu Yu.

It was discovered that this man was extremely lecherous; he already had more than a dozen beautiful women he had captured in this government office, yet he was still not satisfied.

Every evening, he would also go to the brothels in Chongshan County for some pleasure.

Numerous Imperial Guards lay in ambush on this road, but when they made their move, they discovered that one of the people accompanying Liu Yu was actually a powerful demonic cultivator.

Even with hundreds of Imperial Guards attacking together, they were no match for that one person.

With such heavy casualties, if Liu Yu hadn't ordered that survivors be spared, they probably wouldn't have made it this far.

Qin Shujian was also seriously injured at this moment, lying on the weeds, staring at the prison ceiling for a long time.

Suddenly, the prison door slowly opened, and Qin Shujian struggled to lift his head, looking towards the direction outside the door.

Chen Honghao's voice rang out.

"Master, these Imperial Guards are no ordinary people. It is said that they all have many connections in the capital and are quite valuable, which is why they have been kept until now."

"Of course, as long as the people inside have had conflicts with the Lord, the Lord may kill them at will."

Bishop?

Qin Shujian's heart sank slightly, and he gritted his teeth, but soon, a familiar voice rang out.

"Mr. Chen, you're too kind."

Jiang Yun walked slowly into the prison with his hands behind his back. Soon, the prison guards quickly brought torches and handed them to Jiang Yun and the others.

Led by Chen Honghao, Jiang Yun soon arrived at the entrance of a prison.

Soon, he found Qin Shujian lying on the ground, weak. Although he was seriously injured, he was still alive.

Jiang Yun finally breathed a sigh of relief when he saw Qin Shujian.

The other Imperial Guards also recognized Jiang Yun, but since those who could join the Imperial Guards were all intelligent people, none of them uttered a sound.

Soon, Jiang Yun spotted Yang Liunian, and Chen Honghao pointed him out, saying, "Master, this is Yang Liunian, a commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard. If this guy has offended you before, I'll have someone bring him out so you can teach him a lesson."

Yang Liunian was seriously injured. Leaning against the wall, he opened his eyes and looked at Jiang Yun. His eyes flickered slightly, but he dared not speak.

Jiang Yun glanced at Yang Liunian and shook his head slightly: "This batch of Imperial Guards is lucky; it seems none of them have any of my enemies."

Chen Honghao chuckled and waved his hand, ordering someone to open the door to Yang Liunian's prison. He said with a smile, "Back in the capital, this group of Imperial Guards caused you and the Red Lotus Sect a lot of trouble. Men, drag Yang Liunian out and let the Sect Leader whip him a few times to vent his anger."

Jiang Yun narrowed his eyes slightly and said indifferently, "Mr. Chen, you're too kind. I'm not interested."

"Guests are always welcome. Once the leader joins us, we'll be family. Don't be shy. This opportunity to whip a commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard isn't something you get to do every day," Chen Honghao said in a deep voice.

Jiang Yun's heart stirred slightly. Since they had been so hospitable, it seemed a bit unreasonable not to give Yang Liunian a few lashes.

Yang Liunian gave Jiang Yun a deep look, then suddenly spat a mouthful of bloody saliva onto Jiang Yun and shouted, "Red Lotus Sect Leader, you traitor, you fled from the capital in a sorry state, yet you dare to show your face today! It's only because it's here that you're safe. If it were in the capital, I would have killed you with one stroke!"

Although Yang Liunian didn't understand how Jiang Yun became the 'leader of the Red Lotus Sect', he was trying to find a way to solidify Jiang Yun's identity.

On the other hand, it's also helping Jiang Yun. In this den of rebels, it wouldn't be right for Jiang Yun not to be punished.

"You bastard, how dare you insult our leader!" Upon seeing this, Yang Minghu grabbed Yang Liunian by the hair and tied him to a pillar. He took out a whip, ready to teach this ungrateful wretch a lesson for Jiang Yun. Jiang Yun, however, raised his hand to stop him, saying, "I'll do it myself."

He took a deep breath, took the barbed rattan whip, gave Yang Liunian a deep look, and lashed out with the whip.

The barbed vine whip instantly ripped a large bloody gash across Yang Liunian's chest.

The pain made Yang Liunian grit his teeth and shout angrily, "You bunch of traitors, the imperial court will wipe you out one day!"

"Hahaha." Chen Honghao chuckled coldly and said, "Your imperial army of 400,000 men hasn't dared to do anything to us."

"Our Emperor Liu Yu possesses the Imperial Seal of the State; he is the chosen one of Heaven!"

After cracking the whip once, Jiang Yun casually tossed it aside and said indifferently, "Alright, one lash is enough as punishment. This commander is still useful."

Chen Honghao chuckled and said, "That's true."

Jiang Yun left with his hands behind his back, his eyes never looking at Qin Shujian again.

Seeing this, Chen Honghao ordered his men to lock Yang Liunian back in the cell, and then took Yang Minghu with him and followed them out.

Chen Honghao's eyes narrowed, and he lowered his voice to ask Yang Minghu beside him, "Is this person really the leader of the Red Lotus Sect? He doesn't seem to have that much hatred for the Embroidered Uniform Guard."

Yang Minghu quickly replied, "Absolutely true! Lord Chen, that's just how the sect leader is."

Chen Honghao frowned: "Besides, he looks far too young. I remember the leader of the Red Lotus Sect has been leading a rebellion for many years. He couldn't possibly have started a rebellion at the age of fifteen or sixteen."

Yang Minghu: "The sect leader is not young, but his cultivation method is unique, which is why he has the skill to preserve his youthful appearance."

Chen Honghao said in a low voice, "He doesn't seem to know you."

Yang Minghu: "Back then, I was just a nobody in the Red Lotus Sect. How could a big shot like the Sect Leader remember me?"

Chen Honghao harbored strong suspicion and wariness towards Jiang Yun. A person who could be ranked as a strategist among the rebels must be exceptionally intelligent.

But Yang Minghu, one of their own, kept confirming Jiang Yun's identity.

This gradually reduced the doubts in Chen Honghao's mind. He said in a deep voice, "Go and invite the Grand Master over. Let him try this guy out."

Yang Minghu's heart skipped a beat, and he secretly groaned inwardly.

It seems that Chen Honghao still hasn't completely trusted Jiang Yun...

Yang Minghu was now in a bind. If anything happened to Jiang Yun, he probably wouldn't fare any better...

Damn it, I should have just said that these two weren't the leaders of the Red Lotus Sect as soon as we got inside. That would have saved us a lot of trouble.

At this moment, Yang Minghu secretly regretted his actions, but he could only obey orders and go to invite the Grand Master.

Back in the living room, Chen Honghao remained as enthusiastic as ever, saying with a smile, "Master, our Grand Master is also proficient in some demonic arts. Hearing that you have arrived, he wished to ask you for some guidance. You wouldn't mind, would you?"

Linglong, who was standing next to Jiang Yun, frowned and said, "Mr. Chen, do you still doubt the identity of my sect leader?"

"No, no, no." Chen Honghao shook his head: "I have admired the sect leader for a long time, and I know that the sect leader's evil skills are extraordinary. If you can use a little trick to let me see it, that would be the best."

Linglong secretly thought to herself, "Oh no, this is bad!"

Jiang Yun is a Taoist priest, how could he know any evil or heretical methods? If he can't use them, wouldn't he be exposed?

Jiang Yun remained seated in her chair, her expression unchanged, though a hint of displeasure lingered on her face.

Soon, a voluptuous woman, still charming and around thirty years old, swayed her slender waist as she slowly walked in.

She wore light makeup, and at first glance, she had a heavy air of worldliness, like a woman from a brothel.

After the woman entered, Chen Honghao quickly stood up and respectfully greeted her, "Grand Master."

"This is our Qi State's Grand Preceptor, Liu Ruyan."

Liu Ruyan smiled and looked at Jiang Yun, her eyes sparkling with affection, and slowly said, "I have long heard of the name of the leader of the Red Lotus Sect, but I did not expect him to be such a handsome man."

Those eyes were so alluring, they seemed to want to devour Jiang Yun.

"I wonder if it would be convenient for the leader to give us a little trick to broaden our horizons?" Liu Ruyan asked with a smile.

Linglong took a deep breath, slowly stepped forward, and said, "How about I demonstrate for you all?"

Liu Ruyan was getting impatient, thinking to herself, "What are you showing off, you're just a maid?"

But she said, "This humble woman just wants to see the leader's demeanor."

Linglong turned around and looked at Jiang Yun.

Jiang Yun smiled faintly and said, "Since you all want to see, then I'll show you a little skill."

It's just a wicked and crooked trick.

Do you really think you can't do it?
(End of this chapter)