Immortal Dynasty Hounds

Chapter 8 The Chosen Son

"Heavenly Sword" chuckled: "That makes sense. Tell me how you'll help me capture the demonic cultists."

Lian Shanxin didn't speak, but instead imitated Wang Jian's pre-battle plea for money: "Sir, I've heard that the imperial court has issued a reward order. Anyone who reports on the heretics of the Demonic Cult will be rewarded with up to 500,000 taels of silver. Is that true?"

This wasn't greedy negotiation; on the contrary, it made "Heavenly Sword" trust him even more.

Wang Jian held considerable military power and needed to acquire wealth to reassure the First Emperor.

Lian Shanxin, who wanted to join "Nine Heavens" and become a henchman of the imperial court, also needed to seek wealth.

If the imperial court's lackeys weren't after money, there's nothing they could possibly do.

As expected, "Heavenly Sword" was not angry, but merely chuckled and said, "I came to Jiangzhou and have yet to achieve anything, and have only lost face. You helped me capture the demonic cult members, and 50 taels of silver is not enough to reward you for your merit. In addition to the reward silver, I will personally appoint you to join the White Deer Cave Academy. If you can capture a core disciple of the demonic cult, I will reward you even with a 'Qi Condensation Pill'. 'Nine Heavens' is clear about rewards and punishments, and the whole world knows this, so you can rest assured."

Lian Shanxin did not believe that "Nine Heavens" was fair in its rewards and punishments, but he believed that "Heavenly Sword" needed merit now and could also fulfill its promises.

So he told "Tianjian" everything he had discovered, but described his talent as his keen observation and how he paid so much attention to the Qu family because of the conflict between his father and Chairman Qu. He never expected to make such an unexpected discovery.

After hearing this, both Tianjian and Qi Shiyun's eyes lit up.

The bell at Qi Shiyun's waist seemed to sense its owner's excitement and jingled softly, a pleasant sound that Lian Shanxin heard.

"Lian Shanxin, is everything you said true?" Qi Shiyun asked nervously.

Lian Shanxin solemnly replied, "This student would not dare to deceive you, and this matter is not difficult to verify."

Qi Shiyun nodded and said to "Tianjian", "My lord, he doesn't seem to be lying."

The "Heavenly Sword" was also monitoring Lian Shanxin's blood and qi throughout the process and found no abnormal fluctuations.

So he got excited: "What a pleasant surprise! Shiyun, go check it out."

"My lord, wait a moment. Rushing to investigate the Qu family might alert them. It would be better to have a student lure Qu Junjie to the academy first. He is Chairman Qu's only son. If we capture him, Chairman Qu will be hesitant to act rashly, lest the demonic cultists become desperate."

The main reason was that the Qu family and "Huichuntang" were too close, and Lian Shanxin was worried that his parents would be implicated.

Wanting to make progress is one thing, but you can't disregard the safety of your family.

"Heavenly Sword" guessed Lian Shanxin's thoughts. He was not angry, but he did not agree either.

"No need for that trouble. You can go to the Qu family with Shiyun. Don't worry, your parents won't be in danger."

Qi Shiyun also said, "As long as your information is correct, there is no danger in this matter. The lord has already severely injured the demon lord by subduing demons and monsters. Lian Shanxin and the reputation of 'Nine Heavens' were earned through battle. The demonic sect members are just elusive and cannot compete with 'Nine Heavens' in a direct confrontation."

Lian Shan believed this.

If rebels were more powerful than the imperial court, they wouldn't need to be rebels.

He was just afraid that if the gods fought, mortals would suffer.

"Please, sir, protect my family in advance." Lian Shanxin insisted, "Sir, I believe 'Nine Heavens' also wants my parents to be alive. If I am all alone in the world, you will also worry about me."

"Heavenly Sword" laughed out loud: "Interesting lad, your words may be rough, but the reasoning is sound. Your idea is correct, but your vision is still too narrow. The rules of the martial world are that one should not harm one's family. This rule was set by 'Nine Heavens' for people in the martial world. Anyone who dares to violate this rule will harm both themselves and others."

Lian Shan was somewhat skeptical.

Does the evil cult even respect rules?

Qi Shiyun told him that the Demonic Sect really had to follow the rules with "Nine Heavens".

"The previous demonic sect did not abide by the rules of 'Nine Heavens' and brought disaster upon the families of 'Nine Heavens' members. As a result, 'Nine Heavens' uprooted them and beheaded them along with the three clans of the entire demonic sect's leadership. At that time, the martial arts world was silent and the court was shocked. All the civil and military officials wanted to petition to abolish 'Nine Heavens' to appease the people."

At this point, Qi Shiyun sneered: "As a result, 'Nine Heavens' is still 'Nine Heavens', but the Demonic Sect has changed into a different Demonic Sect. Five censors who impeached 'Nine Heavens' were also beaten to death. From then on, no one dared to touch the families of 'Nine Heavens' members. Even in the martial arts world, people began to avoid harming family members. This is the deterrent power of 'Nine Heavens'."

"Heavenly Sword" added, "We have a lot of information about the higher-ups of this Demonic Cult, including their families, but we haven't targeted them. The higher-ups know this, so they are more disciplined than you. If they break the rules, the first ones to kill them will be the true higher-ups of the Demonic Cult."

Lianshan understood and believed.

He didn't ask "Tianjian" why "Jiutian" had information about the families of the high-ranking members of the Demonic Sect but didn't take action against them.

Wise people never ask such questions; they only focus on practicing two words—loyalty!
“If you cooperate with Shiyun to investigate the Qu family’s information, your parents will naturally receive protection from ‘Nine Heavens’. If you can become a formal member of ‘Nine Heavens’, your parents will have even less to worry about.”

Hearing the promise of the "Heavenly Sword," Lian Shanxin became even more eager to join "Nine Heavens." It wasn't just that he wanted to advance in his cultivation.

As children, who wouldn't want their parents to live a peaceful and safe life?

"If Lian Shanxin, you really help me capture the demonic cultist hidden by the Qu family, I will protect you from now on."

Qi Shiyun made a bold promise, saying generously, "With me here, I guarantee no one in Jiangzhou will dare to cause you any trouble."

This was quite a boast, and Lian Shanxin's eyes subconsciously revealed a hint of distrust.

Then "Heavenly Sword" spoke: "As the poem says, a gentleman's promise is worth a thousand pieces of gold. Your promise is too great."

what.

"Heavenly Sword" simply said that her promise was too big, rather than that her tone was too boastful.

Lian Shanxin immediately grasped the key point and asked, "Miss... is she even more capable than Brother Kong?"

They look about the same age.

Qi Shiyun and "Tianjian" burst into laughter.

A moment later, "Heavenly Sword" formally introduced "Qi Shiyun" to Lian Shanxin: "Lian Shanxin, standing in front of you now is Qi Tanhua, who ranked third on the Hidden Dragon List, third on the Beauty List, and was the third-ranked scholar in the imperial martial arts examination three years ago, and is known as 'Third in the World'."

Good guy.

Lian Shanxin joked, "There are almost no more people standing in the room."

With a few more titles, she'll almost be able to rival Erfeng.

Qi Shiyun raised her long, swan-like neck, trying hard to control her boastful mood, and said in a very calm tone: "It's alright, there's still a lot of room for improvement."

"Gaining the favor of Qi Tanhua is no easy feat. I once wanted to take her as my apprentice, but she turned her nose up at me."

Lian Shanxin was truly surprised by the words "Heavenly Sword": "Qi Tanhua has lofty ambitions."

Qi Shiyun quickly explained, "I have no talent in swordsmanship."

"Heavenly Sword" nodded: "That's why she became the disciple of 'Chosen One' and has another nickname, 'Chosen Daughter'. As long as Qi Tanhua doesn't die halfway, she will surely be able to join the 'Nine Heavens' in time."

"Chosen One" and "Heavenly Sword" are both among the "Nine Heavens".

Lian Shanxin was filled with respect: "I hope that Scholar Qi will give me more guidance in the future."

Qi Shiyun smiled and said, "No problem. I have unparalleled wisdom, and you have unparalleled martial prowess. If we join forces, we will surely succeed."

Lianshanxin: "?"

Something seems off about that statement.

“I have high hopes for you. You are the next ‘Chosen One.’” Qi Shiyun’s tone suddenly turned serious: “Don’t let this title down.”

Lian Shanxin was a little confused. "I've become Old LeBron?"
Qi Shiyun thought he was so happy he went crazy. With a wave of her hand, she instructed, "You go out and deal with Kong Ningyuan first. I'll make some simple preparations, and then we'll go to the Qu family."

Lian Shanxin realized that Qi Shiyun and "Tianjian" had something to say, which was actually an invitation to leave, so he readily bowed and left.

After Lian Shanxin closed the door, Qi Shiyun took out a small notebook.

"Tianjian" leaned back in his chair, watching Qi Shiyun write down Lian Shanxin's name in the notebook, and said in a complicated tone: "Shiyun, did you say those words to everyone in this notebook just now?"

Qi Shiyun nodded.

"Heavenly Sword" asked in an increasingly complicated tone, "How many people would that be?"

Qi Shiyun immediately replied, "Lianshan Xin is the ninety-first."

"Heavenly Sword": "..."

Suddenly, I feel that this "chosen one" isn't so valuable anymore.

(End of this chapter)