Catching Monsters

Chapter 447 We must capture Tuoba Anyi.
When Qu Lanyu saw Jiang Yun return, he chuckled and quickly waved his hand, saying, "That old geezer is just spouting nonsense. Qin Shujian is your disciple, Lord Jiang. I wouldn't dare to give him any advice."

Hearing Qu Lanyu's modesty, Jiang Yun smiled, but couldn't help but become even more curious about Qu Lanyu's identity.

Feng Yu was quite wary of this person, and Elder Yuan Huan of the Demon Spirit Sect was terrified when he saw him.

Just then, Qin Shujian suggested again that he wanted to leave the archives first. After Wen Chen and many Jinyiwei returned from Poqing Town, they vividly recounted to Qin Shujian the story of the huge and terrifying Xingxing they had encountered.

Qin Shujian was, after all, a young man, and he didn't have the peace of mind to stay in the archives room.

Jiang Yun didn't care about all that and maintained the same attitude: Qin Shujian had to stay obediently in the archives.

Hearing this, Qu Lanyu, who was sitting on the recliner, raised her eyes slightly and said, "Qin boy, you guys go out first, I'll talk to your master."

Seeing that Qu Lanyu had spoken, Jiang Yun's eyes lit up, and he said to Qi Da beside him, "You and Qin Shujian go out first. Also, remember to keep an eye on Tuoba Anyi's news. If you have any news, remember to notify me immediately."

"Yes, sir." Zida nodded respectfully.

After Qi Da and Qin Shujian left, Qu Lanyu went straight to the point and said to Jiang Yun, "Lord Jiang, why did you do this? You sent your disciple to my side, hoping I would teach him swordsmanship?"

Qu Lanyu saw through Jiang Yun's intentions almost immediately. He slowly said, "Firstly, he is your disciple. Aren't you a member of the Daoist sect? As far as I know, the Daoist sect attaches great importance to inheritance and lineage. Would you really be willing to let someone else teach him his skills?"

It should be understood that, according to the traditional concept of the Zhou State Taoist sect, disciples can only learn the skills and abilities of their own sect.

For example, disciples of Baiyun Temple would never learn the unique Taoist techniques of Tianqing Temple.

Jiang Yun said with a smile, "What I believe in is to learn from the strengths of all schools of thought. As long as you can teach him well, I have no problem having Shujian become your disciple."

Qu Lanyu quickly waved her hand: "I am not willing to take on apprentices, this matter is out of the question."

Jiang Yun quickly sat down next to him, glanced at the several empty wine bottles beside the chair, and said, "How about this? I'll treat Senior Qu to some of Zui Chun Lou's fine wine every day."

Upon hearing this condition, Qu Lanyu subconsciously licked her lips, but still shook her head: "I am a person without any ties. If I were to have a master-disciple relationship, it would inevitably involve too many matters."

Jiang Yun took a deep breath and said, "Senior Qu should also be able to see that Qin Shujian has extraordinary talent, just like a piece of uncut jade."

"It would be such a pity if it couldn't be properly sculpted."

It's important to understand that Qin Shujian's talent is far more than just good; the Sword God Xie Yifeng called him a born swordsman.

Furthermore, they went to great lengths to accept Qin Shujian as their disciple.

Qu Lanyu must have seen this talent as well.

Qu Lanyu glanced at Jiang Yun, and how could he not guess Jiang Yun's little thoughts? He said indifferently, "Alright, Lord Jiang, let's speak frankly."

"If you trust me, you can leave this lad in the archives for now. If he can listen to what I say, then he will listen..."

"Of course, a pound of fine wine from Zuichunlou and a table of food and drinks every day are essential."

"That's the condition."

Seeing that Qu Lanyu had agreed, Jiang Yun was somewhat surprised and stared at her in disbelief, saying, "Senior, is this considered an agreement?"

Jiang Yun had originally thought that this matter would probably take some twists and turns, but the process went more smoothly than he had expected.

Qu Lanyu said calmly, "I don't have the time to waste with you, sir. But there are some things I'm about to say that you might not believe."

"I am now just a useless person, and I've already died once."

"It's fine to impart some experience to Qin Shujian, but..."

"If you want me to do anything for you, sir, I can't do it."

Useless?

Jiang Yun looked Qu Lanyu up and down, but he couldn't sense any magical energy fluctuations emanating from her.

He originally thought that the other party's strength and realm were far superior to his own, which was why he could not sense Qu Lanyu's magic power.

Qu Lanyu informed Jiang Yun of this matter in advance because she was worried that Jiang Yun might actually think she was some kind of top expert and then assign her some tasks, which Jiang Yun wouldn't be able to handle. "Senior, rest assured, I am already extremely grateful that you agreed," Jiang Yun said. "I'll have Qin Shujian come in now to kowtow to you, Senior..."

"No." Qu Lanyu quickly raised her hand and said, "That kid's personality still needs to be tempered. Don't tell him anything about me. Just let him stay in the archives with me."

Jiang Yun breathed a slight sigh of relief. Just then, a member of the Imperial Guard from the Eastern Garrison walked quickly into the courtyard and informed Jiang Yun: "Lord Jiang, someone from the Northern Garrison has arrived. Lord Li Wangxin says he wants to see you."

“Alright.” Upon hearing this, Jiang Yun bid farewell to Qu Lanyu and hurried towards the direction of the Northern Garrison Command.

Upon arriving at the Northern Garrison, Jiang Yun went straight to Li Wangxin's study, knocked on the door, and Li Wangxin's voice came from inside: "Come in."

Li Wangxin was looking down at a lot of documents and materials when he looked up and saw Jiang Yun. A smile appeared on his face. He then put the documents and materials on the table aside and said, "You're back from outside? How did the mission go?"

Jiang Yun smiled and sat down opposite Li Wangxin: "This humble servant was just about to write a report for you, sir."

"I'll submit the report later. First, tell me about the situation. His Majesty is very concerned about this matter," Li Wangxin said in a deep voice.

After thinking for a moment, Jiang Yun said, "My lord, this Xingxing has been killed."

"This subordinate used some Taoist magic to lure this xingxing to the headquarters of the Demon Spirit Cult..."

"After causing a ruckus at the Demon Spirit Cult's headquarters, that guy was eliminated by the Demon Spirit Cult's leader."

Hearing Jiang Yun's words, Li Wangxin's eyes lit up with surprise: "You rascal, you actually managed to lure that ferocious creature to the Demon Spirit Sect's headquarters? Tell me the details, so I can ask His Majesty for credit for you later."

Then, Jiang Yun recounted the whole story, bit by bit.

Of course, later on, the story of seeing Xiao Min'er in the Demon Spirit Sect was also mentioned.

After hearing this, the smile on Li Wangxin's face gradually froze, and he could no longer laugh.

He took a deep breath, staring intently at Jiang Yun, and asked, "You mean, Xiao Min'er also arrived at the Demon Spirit Sect's headquarters? And had some dealings with Shan Tiangang?"

"Yes." Jiang Yun nodded slightly.

Li Wangxin's expression was solemn: "I must report this matter to His Majesty as soon as possible. There is also another matter."

“I heard that you have deployed nearly eight or nine hundred men from the Eastern Garrison Command outside the region.”

What do you want to do?

In fact, this was the real reason why Li Wangxin summoned Jiang Yun.

Because of this large-scale relocation, Jiang Yun did not inform Li Wangxin.

Logically speaking, a large-scale relocation of members of the Eastern Garrison Command should require Li Wangxin's approval.

Jiang Yun paused for a moment, then said, "At the Demon Spirit Sect's headquarters this time, I also encountered Tuoba Anyi..."

“That guy stole a treasure from the Demon Spirit Sect and is preparing to escape back to the Northern Barbarians. I want to capture him.”

Li Wangxin narrowed his eyes and asked Jiang Yun directly, "What did you steal? You should know, kid."

Knowing this, Jiang Yun could not hide it from Li Wangxin, so he could only answer truthfully: "According to my understanding, it should be half a map inside the Holy Tomb."

"what?"

"The Sacred Tomb?"

Li Wangxin took a deep breath, slowly narrowed his eyes, and then shouted loudly outside, "Someone come here!"

Soon, one of his men strode in.

Li Wangxin instructed, "Draw another five hundred men from the Northern Garrison Command and have them follow Lord Jiang's orders. They must capture Tuoba Anyi."

(End of this chapter)