Qin Shi: I went astray in the Heavenly Sect

Chapter 52 The Vulture Makes Its Move, Wei Zhuang Takes Action
As night deepened, a figure silently scaled the courtyard wall and entered a mansion.

The other person tiptoed around the guards and went to the backyard.

He stopped in front of a house, listening to the heated argument coming from inside. A cold glint flashed in the man's eyes.

After a while, a woman ran out of the room, and the maids at the door followed her. The woman slipped into the room.

The room was brightly lit, revealing the appearance of the people from the future.

The newcomer was dressed in a black cloak, with a thin, vulture-like figure, a gloomy, pale face, and narrow, sharp eyes.

What's most striking is the black bird beak on his nose, which makes him look even more sinister and eerie.

Looking at the dark room that had been opened on the east wall, a chilling smile appeared on his lips, and then he drew his sword and went inside.

A moment later, the person came out again, but surprisingly, there was no joy on his face, only confusion and coldness.

On the other side, Wei Zhuang, with his white hair, slowly walked into the North City.

On a stone bridge, an elderly man with white hair was already waiting.

"Good, you're on time."

The old man stood on the bridge, his hands behind his back, looking at the narrow river in front of him, and said, "The Poison Scorpion Sect has been wiped out."

His name is Tang Qi, and he is the head of the Seven Absolutes Hall. When the Poison Scorpion Sect was still around, he would not dare to step onto this bridge.

Now that the Poison Scorpion Clan has been wiped out, he has a rare opportunity to come to the bridge and admire the river.

"I did not do that."

Wei Zhuang walked slowly onto the bridge. He had no intention of bluffing about the Scorpion Gate incident.

As a local strongman in Xinzheng, Tang Qi had already found out Wei Zhuang's background. He came from Guigu and was extremely skilled.

When Wei Zhuang approached him, he knew that this was someone he couldn't refuse.

The Poison Scorpion Sect serves as a cautionary tale; forces like theirs, lacking top-tier experts, are simply no match for such attacks.

“I know, but you were able to destroy the Seven Absolutes Hall.”

Wei Zhuang's lips curled into a smile. Although this was his first time dealing with the Seven Absolutes Hall, there was no doubt that the other party was a smart person, and he was very satisfied with that.

"Do you know Li Kai, the former Right Sima?"

Tang Qi frowned. He naturally knew about Li Kai. He was a retired veteran who had participated in the war against Baiyue. He was wounded in the battle and had to retire.

"Li Sima was already dead in the battle against Baiyue."

Wei Zhuang narrowed his eyes, then continued, "I received news that Li Kai is not dead and has returned to Xinzheng."

Tang Qi stood still, his gaze dark and uncertain. Clearly, this retired veteran seemed to know something.

Wei Zhuang spoke up at the opportune moment, saying, "Think it over before you speak. Given your previous sensibility, I can give you another chance."

After a long silence, Tang Qi spoke again: "I don't know much about Li Sima. The brothers mentioned before that there is a very strange person in Xinzheng who looks a bit like him, but I never paid any attention to it."

Wei Zhuang gave a cold laugh.

"What a laughable display of camaraderie! Do you think he should even be here?"

"South Korean elites orchestrated the attack back then. As an uncooperative insider, do you think they'll let him off the hook?"

Upon hearing Wei Zhuang's words, Tang Qi stood still for a long time.

"I can tell you, he's in a very dangerous situation right now. I'm not the only one interested in him. If he falls into Ji Wuye's hands, you can imagine the consequences," Tang Qi sighed heavily.

He said, "Give me a day, and I'll give you my answer."

Wei Zhuang narrowed his eyes, his mind racing. The situation was clear: the Right Military Commander Li Kai was indeed in Xinzheng.

So, the information that the boy living on the second floor of Zilan Pavilion gave to Zi Nu was true.

More than Li Kai's whereabouts, he was curious about how the boy knew such secret information.

"Oh, by the way, I have another piece of news here, as a small gift for our first meeting, so I might as well tell you it together."

Wei Zhuang paused, then asked, "What kind of news?"

“A carriage has set off from the old Baiyue lands, reportedly carrying a person whose destination is the General’s Mansion.”

Wei Zhuang narrowed his eyes. People escorted from the old Baiyue territory? This general seemed unable to hold back any longer.

Then, Wei Zhuang seemed to remember something and said softly, "I am also very interested in the people who destroyed the Poison Scorpion Sect. If you have any clues, tell me immediately."

At this point, Wei Zhuang added, "That person is very strong; you can't handle him. Just tell me after you find any clues, don't go and die."

Tang Qi was somewhat surprised to hear this. How could someone like Wei Zhuang care about their lives?
Mercy of a ferocious beast?
However, Tang Qi did not refuse this kindness. The people who could wipe out the Poison Scorpion Sect in a short time were indeed not people they could afford to offend.

"If you encounter a problem you can't solve, just send someone to Zilan Pavilion. I'll be there."

Tang Qi narrowed his eyes, then cupped his hands in a respectful gesture.

In fact, this was the real reason he came to see Wei Zhuang tonight. The Seven Absolutes Hall needed a strong person to take charge, and he chose Wei Zhuang as that person.

Fortunately, it seems I didn't make the wrong choice.

As the night deepened, Han Fei rubbed his temples and called out, "Zifang, have you made any progress on your end?"

The archives contain not only case files from Korea over the years, but also some underworld secrets. The Scorpion Clan members died strangely, and as the Minister of Justice, he has an obligation to investigate the truth.

"Young master, there are still no clues."

At another table, Zhang Liang looked up, his eyes filled with apology.

Seeing Zhang Liang's expression, Han Fei smiled and shook his head.

“Zifang, there’s no need for this. This matter is strange to begin with, and even Wei Zhuang and Zi Nu don’t have a clear answer.”

"The reason we came here to look for these things is simply to see if there are any clues."

Zhang Liang remained silent for a moment before speaking, "Young master, I suspect that this matter was the work of the Baiyue. Compared to the Central Plains, the Baiyue have many unknown methods."

"The deaths of these people from the Poison Scorpion Sect were bizarre. It's unlikely that they were from Central Plains; it's more likely that they were poisoned or used Gu."

Han Fei's face darkened upon hearing this answer.

Judging from Wei Zhuang's previous words, the aura that flashed by in the Poison Scorpion Sect was extremely strong. If it really was the work of the Baiyue people, then Xinzheng would probably be in complete chaos.

Seeing that Han Fei's expression was off, Zhang Liang couldn't help but ask another question.

"Sir, what's wrong?"

"Sigh... I wish this was done by some other Jianghu force. Baiyue, that place is a taboo for Korea."

(End of this chapter)