People in the Qin Dynasty sought good fortune and avoided misfortune.

Chapter 282, The Net: Killing Xu Qing and Ying Zheng
"Where the Net goes, besides killing, does the General think there's anything else going on?"

The assassin from the Luo Wang organization glanced coldly at Ji Wuye, then took out a letter from his pocket and tossed it to him.

"kill?"

Ji Wuye glanced at the cloth on the table and realized that he had asked a foolish question. The Luo Net had mobilized eight Linglong, more than a dozen Killer-level assassins, and even two Heaven-level assassins, one in the open and one in the shadows. If they weren't going to kill people, it would be a waste of such resources.

"After reading this letter, the general will know the purpose of the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven)." The Luo Wang assassin said calmly.

Ji Wuye stared silently at the cloth on the table, his hand hesitant to open it, his eyes filled with doubt.

The fact that the Luo Wang organization launched such a large-scale assassination attempt on one person is enough to show that this person's identity is extremely important, and the reason for finding him here is to obtain his cooperation.

Although Nightfall was supported by Luo Wang, and he, as a general, didn't have much face in front of Luo Wang, ultimately, Han was his territory, and Luo Wang would definitely need his help to kill people.

If it were an ordinary person, he certainly wouldn't refuse, but the fact that Luo Wang had made such a big move this time made him somewhat uneasy.

"Can I know who the person is to be killed? As a collaborator, I have the right to know," Ji Wuye said in a deep voice.

“It seems even General Ji has moments of fear. You’ll see when you open this cloth. But I can give you a hint: this order was jointly issued by Marquis Changxin and Marquis Wenxin,” the assassin from Luo Wang said to Ji Wuye.

"These two are trying to kill the same person?" Ji Wuye's pupils dilated as he gradually came to the conclusion of who the person he was trying to kill was.

Aside from that person, Ji Wuye really couldn't understand who else could be worthy of being ordered by both Lü Buwei and Lao Ai at the same time.

The clearer Ji Wuye became about the other party's identity, the more uneasy he felt. This was something that a general of Han could no longer get involved in. If things went wrong, he would probably die a terrible death.

"General, you should open it and take a look. Perhaps the crisis you are in can be resolved." The assassin from Luo Wang stared at Ji Wuye with cold eyes, a murderous intent flashing in them.

Ji Wuye felt a chill run down his spine, his face instantly darkened, and he glared at the assassins from the Luo Wang organization.

"What? Does the Net also intend to target me?"

Ji Wuye asked in a cold voice, his aura surging, the savage and bloodthirsty aura of a martial arts master and a veteran of the battlefield swirling around him.

He was, after all, a great general of the state, second only to the emperor. The power of the Luo Wang (a powerful organization) frightened him, but not to the point of making him grovel.

Moreover, this is South Korea, his home turf. If he were to break ties with Luo Wang, he wouldn't let them off easily.

"In the eyes of the Net, there are only the living and the dead; the living are friends, and the dead are enemies."

A deep, hoarse voice rang out, devoid of much emotion, chillingly indifferent.

The dozen or so assassins from the Luo Wang organization quickly moved aside, making way for them.

The figure in armor slowly turned around.
A man clad in Qin army armor, with a strangely shaped sword hanging at his waist, walked in from behind.

A powerful pressure swept outwards from the man, enveloping the surrounding world. The cool moonlight in the sky seemed to disappear, replaced by the slow swallowing of the sun, creating a scene of uncertain day and night.

When Ji Wuye saw the newcomer, his eyes were filled with vigilance, and his expression was rather unpleasant.

He recognized the newcomer as Yan Ri, one of the top-tier assassins of the Luo Wang organization.

He is also one of the leaders in the Luo Wang organization, and has the authority to command other top-tier assassins. He can be considered the highest commander in the Luo Wang organization besides Lü Buwei and Lao Ai.

He could still act arrogantly and disregard these people when facing a group of Luo Wang lackeys, but now that Yan Ri had personally shown his face, he was in a difficult position.

If he were to back down like this, wouldn't that make him seem incompetent? The cooperation between Nightfall and Net would become even more unequal in the future.

Yan Ri noticed Ji Wuye's predicament and offered him a way out.

“I understand General Ji’s concerns very well, but I have already explained the pros and cons to you. This letter was written by Marquis Changxin himself, and the target of the letter is not just one person.”

Yan Ri placed one hand on the hilt of his sword, his black eyes beneath his iron mask looking at Ji Wuye as he spoke slowly.

"Hmm, but this general wants to know your ultimate goal: is it to kill him? Or..."

Ji Wuye's expression softened slightly. As he asked questions, he reached out and unfolded the cloth on the table.

"Cooperation is just to reduce trouble. How the Luo Wang operates is none of the business of outsiders," Yan Ri said.

Ji Wuye clenched his fists but said nothing. He simply opened the cloth with a gloomy face, and his eyes were filled with astonishment after seeing what was inside.

"Xu Qing? This guy is also one of your targets? Is a mere Imperial Physician Rank official worth you personally taking action against?" Ji Wuye said in astonishment.

On the cloth, Xu Qing's name was listed alongside that of King Ying Zheng of Qin. Ji Wuye never expected that such a high-ranking imperial physician would be considered a target by the Luo Wang organization, just like the King of Qin.

"The General seems to have said too much. It's better not to know some things. But Xu Qing's death seems to be better for your current situation," Yan Ri said with a sneer.

Ji Wuye looked at the cloth in his hand, feeling a chill run down his spine. Looking at the names of Xu Qing and King Ying Zheng of Qin, he was filled with hesitation.

Killing Xu Qing would indeed be beneficial to him. Once Xu Qing is dead, Han Fei will lose a major asset. Moreover, Xu Qing is supported by Chao Nu Yao, and it's possible that Bai Yi Fei is also behind him.

The fact that Xu Qing dared to get so close to Han Fei made Ji Wuye even suspect that the Tide Demoness might be planning to defect and use Han Fei to solidify her own position.

However, he only had suspicions and no substantial evidence, so he couldn't confront Chao Nuyao and Bai Yifei, lest he disrupt the stability of the Nightfall.

If Luo Wang were to kill Xu Qing, it would not only serve as a warning to Chao Nu Yao and Bai Yi Fei, but he would also not have to worry about the Mo family's retaliation.

“This is indeed to my advantage, but doesn’t Luo Wang know that he is the deputy head of the Medical Clan and has close ties with the Mo Clan?” Ji Wuye said. “Does Luo Wang care?” Yan Ri retorted.

Ji Wuye was speechless for a moment. He had never seen such an arrogant person before, but who could blame him when the other party had the right to be arrogant?

Over the years, Luo Wang has assassinated many high-ranking officials of various schools and political figures of various states. Take Lord Xinling, for example. Luo Wang's Hei Bai Xuan Jian killed Lord Xinling, but Wei State did not dare to retaliate.

After all, the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) was backed by the behemoth that was the Qin state.

"What do you require of me, General?"

After hesitating for a moment, Ji Wuye decided to accept the cooperation, since he had no power to refuse.

The fact that Yan Ri personally showed up indicates that Luo Wang is determined to succeed in this mission. If he refuses, he will also be on Luo Wang's assassination list.

Rather than risk their lives, they might as well agree to cooperate. After all, Luo Wang will step in, and the other side will be the one to draw the hatred.

As for King Ying Zheng of Qin, the other party came to Han in secret and died in Han, so few people knew about it. Moreover, by killing Ying Zheng, he could take this opportunity to get closer to Lü Buwei and Lao Ai.

With Ying Zheng dead, the Qin state would be controlled by one of the two men, and he wouldn't lose out no matter who it was.

By any measure, he profited from this collaboration.

"You've made a smart choice. As for what you'll be asked to do, someone will tell you later."

Yan Ri glanced at Ji Wuye, then turned and walked out of the hall, his posture arrogant, as if he had come to give orders to his subordinates.

The other assassins from Luo Wang followed Yan Ri and headed outside.

Ji Wuye watched Yan Ri leave, a cold smile appearing on his face, his eyes flashing with killing intent.
"Xu Qing, King Ying Zheng of Qin, it seems that an unprecedented bloodbath is about to erupt in Xinzheng."

With the Eight Linglong, Jingni, Yanri, and an unknown top-tier assassin, Ji Wuye was already certain that Xu Qing was doomed to die.

Perhaps we could make a request: that the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) also kill Han Fei.

Ji Wuye muttered to himself, considering the possibility of this.

After leaving Ji Wuye's Grand General's Mansion, Yan Ri led a group of Luo Wang assassins to a safe base.

Under the cold moonlight, Yan Ri stood on the roof beam, his eyes beneath the mask looking at the eight shadows inside the safe house, a meaningful smile on his face.

"Commander, the information has been investigated and it has been found that the target did not enter the city, but is hiding outside the city, with only Gai Nie, one of the masters of the Ghost Valley School, by his side."

A Luo Wang assassin knelt on one knee and spoke to Yan Ri.

"I remember there is another master of the Ghost Valley School in the city. He is his old rival, and that should be enough to wake him up from his dream."

Yan Ri looked at the eight constantly shifting shadows inside the room and said meaningfully.

"The message has been sent to Jingni, but she seems to be in a strange state."

“Wrong?” Yan Ri said coldly.

"I'm not sure either; I'm afraid you'll need to confirm it yourself," said the assassin from Luo Wang.

Yan Ri nodded thoughtfully. Jing Ni was crucial to the entire plan, and he couldn't allow her to have any problems.

"Besides that, the matter has been investigated and it seems to be hidden in the Han King's palace. In addition to us, there are two other forces watching it," the Luo Wang assassin continued.

"Oh?"

Yan Ri turned to look at the assassin, a hint of interest flashing in his eyes.

As one of the leaders of the Luo Wang organization, he certainly didn't personally carry out assassination missions; his role was more about planning and supervising their execution.

Moreover, killing Ying Zheng and Xu Qing wouldn't require three top-tier assassins. He also had a special mission in Korea: to find something hidden in the Korean royal palace.

Something that contains a huge secret.

"The Tianze gang, a remnant of the Baiyue people, is rampant in Xinzheng, as is Bai Yifei, the Blood-Clad Marquis."

Upon hearing the assassin's reply, Yan Ri's interest dimmed.

"Ignore them. Find the item before the mission ends," Yan Ri said coldly.

In Yan Ri's eyes, neither Tian Ze nor Bai Yifei could be considered different. One was a runaway good-for-nothing, while the other was the only person in South Korea who could be considered somewhat respectable, but that was all.

These two are not worth Luo Wang taking seriously at all.

"promise."

"This farce in Xinzheng is about to begin; let's see who survives to the end."

Yan Ri glanced at Hei Bai Xuan Jian, who was having an attack of his illness inside the room, and then turned and headed towards Jing Ni's location. He needed to ascertain Jing Ni's condition.

The remaining assassins from the Luo Wang organization dispersed to carry out their own missions.

(End of this chapter)