Immortal Dynasty Hounds

Chapter 87 The Bone-Scraping Knife, Brother Bo Bing
Lian Shanxin felt that Qian was still too conservative in his use of the "True Scripture of All Things," and clearly did not understand the true meaning of all things as well as he did.

Of course, Lian Shanxin also understood Qianmian's difficulties. After all, with the millennia-old heritage of the Great Yu Immortal Dynasty, it was impossible to quietly complete a blood transfusion within the court using the True Meaning of Myriad Phenomena. Zhang Aniu had specifically mentioned this before, and it was impossible to hide it from the Great Yu royal family.

However, as long as you have the right mindset, there are always more solutions than problems.

The imperial court's officially recorded imperial offspring and ministers cannot replace them, but wild ones are not subject to such restrictions.

The intelligence he possessed was outdated; he didn't understand His Majesty well enough.

Lian Shanxin can now confidently say:
No one understands the true dragon bloodline better than me!
Even the Imperial Clan Court won't do.

Does the Imperial Clan Court's Director of the Imperial Clan Court know how many of His Majesty's descendants still exist among the common people?

He doesn't even know how to record it.
How can the authenticity of these unofficial princes and princesses, whom the imperial court has not previously paid attention to, be verified?
Lian Shanxin believed that the royal family might have special verification methods, such as special cultivation techniques that only members of the royal bloodline could practice, but that did not stop Lian Shanxin from giving it a try.

What if?
Lian Shanxin never considered becoming a prince or even an emperor. In a high-martial world where cultivation was clearly possible, being an emperor was far less appealing than being a dragon-taming immortal in Lian Shanxin's eyes. Living above the dynasty, hunting emperors and generals, and subduing true dragons among mortals—wasn't that much more enjoyable than being an emperor?
As long as Lian Shanxin doesn't personally vie for the throne, he won't need to undergo the test of royal lineage. This means that the royal family cannot prove or disprove his identity.

That would make it much more feasible.

Most importantly, Lian Shanxin felt that he would definitely hunt other true dragon bloodlines in the future.

It's difficult to guarantee that you won't be exposed every time.

If things were to be exposed, his status as a "hidden prince" would give him an advantage. Whether it was the top leader or other members of the royal family, they might all turn a blind eye to him outside the law.

If an ordinary citizen like Lian Shanxin were to kill a prince or princess, his entire family would be executed.

However, it is forgivable that Prince Lianshanxin killed other princes and princesses.

If a prince breaks the law, the law ceases to exist.

Lianshan believes in being mindful of potential dangers even in times of peace.

I feel more and more that I have mastered the correct way to use the true meaning of all things.

“Father, I did something that could have resulted in the extermination of nine generations of my family. Do you want to distance yourself from me?” Lian Shanxin asked.

Lian Shan Jingcheng said irritably, "I wish I could. How can we draw a clear line? Everyone on this street knows you're my son. The midwife who delivered you is still alive."

"She's still alive? I remember she was quite old, it must have been just a month or two ago, right?" Lian Shanxin asked.

Lian Shan Jingcheng nodded: "I went to see her a few days ago. She was beyond saving, there was no way to save her. Even giving her the thousand-year-old snow lotus wouldn't be able to save her."

“Then there’s no conclusive evidence to prove that I was born to you and my mother.” Lian Shanxin felt reassured.

The midwife died soon after, leaving no way to verify the story.

Even if the top-ranked person sends someone to investigate, how can they investigate?
Besides, if the top influencer were to send someone to investigate, who would he send?

There's a high probability they'll send Jiutian.

For Lianshanxin, there is still a lot of room for maneuver regarding sending nine heavens.

"Xiao Xin, what exactly do you want to do? Do you want to recognize a godfather? Become a godfather?" Lian Shan Jingcheng frowned.

He hadn't caught up with Lian Shanxin's thought process yet.

Lian Shanxin calmly said, "It's alright, Father. If one day the imperial court comes to investigate my background, just insist that I am your biological son. But if they ask you to provide evidence to prove that I am your son, just pretend to be angry and laugh."

Lian Shan Jingcheng wasn't faking it; he was genuinely amused and exasperated: "Do I need proof that you're my child? How can I prove it?"

"Father, you still have too little experience."

Proving that your mother is your mother, and proving that your son is your son, has always been a difficult problem.

Even Shan Xin had encountered this kind of problem in his past life, let alone in this one.

Lian Shanxin felt that he didn't need to make any preparations.

Let everything take its course.

Many self-righteous leaders tend to overthink things.

"Alright, enough nonsense, come out and eat."

"okay."

As Lian Shanxin got up, he remembered something else.

"By the way, Father, have you ever considered that the person who saved your life and taught you medical skills was the 'Heavenly Physician'?"

Lian Shan Jingcheng said self-deprecatingly, "Of course I've thought about it, I've even dreamed about it. I often tease you about what you're expecting, but actually, your father also wants to rise to the top in one step. If we had the 'Heavenly Physician' as our master, our family's life would naturally be much better. But who is the 'Heavenly Physician'? I can only dream about it."

“Father, one should always have dreams. What if they come true? I met the second disciple of the ‘Heavenly Physician’ at the White Deer Cave Academy. He said he wants to discuss medical techniques with you. I’ll bring him to meet you then,” Lian Shanxiao said.

Actually, it could have been done today, but he forgot about it when he left the academy.

Lian Shan Jingcheng nodded: "If I can learn from the second disciple of 'Heavenly Physician', it would be a great opportunity. Let me know in advance so I can prepare and try not to embarrass you."

"No, I have confidence in your medical skills, Father. Besides, if you win a medical discussion with the second disciple of 'Heavenly Physician,' you'll have face, and if you lose, it's only natural. No matter the outcome, we've already won."

Lian Shanjingcheng chuckled, "That makes sense."

As the two were talking, He Miaojun also walked in.

"What are you two doing? I told you to call Xiaoxin for dinner, why did it take you so long?"

Lian Shan Jingcheng immediately shifted the blame: "Xiao Xin was cultivating just now and just completed a cycle."

"Is that so?" He Miaojun looked at Lian Shanxin.

Lian Shanxin remembered the packet of gold leaves that Lian Shan Jingcheng had secretly given him before, and decided to protect Lian Shan Jingcheng this time. So he nodded: "Yes, Mother, you don't understand if you don't cultivate immortality."

He Miaojun: "...Do you still want to eat?"

"Yes, Mother, once I have mastered the immortal arts, I will find a way to help you preserve your youth."

Sensing the danger in He Miaojun's eyes, Lian Shanxin immediately began to flatter her.

"That's more like it. I've heard that during the golden age of cultivation in ancient times, there were also pills that preserved youth. Husband, do you know how to refine them?"

Lian Shan Jingcheng smiled wryly: "I definitely can't. You have to find a 'Celestial Master' for this. Only a 'Celestial Master' is an expert in alchemy."

"Xiao Xin, can the 'Celestial Master' refine a youth-preserving pill?" He Miaojun looked at Lian Shanxin expectantly.

Lian Shanxin shook his head: "I've never heard of it. I don't think so, otherwise there would be rumors in the martial arts world. I'll definitely ask the 'Celestial Master' when I meet him."

"I'll definitely ask," He Miaojun earnestly reminded him.

A woman's desire to maintain her youthful appearance is comparable to a man's desire for enhanced virility.

Unfortunately, Ren Shan Jingcheng only mastered the latter.

If he could even preserve his youthful appearance, the business of "Huichuntang" would be ten times better.

……

Four days after Zeng Ningbing's death.

Elder Zeng has yet to appear to collect her body.

Lian Shanxin was somewhat surprised by this.

He had prepared to deal with Elder Zeng, but now it seems that Elder Zeng doesn't care much about his daughter.

Or did Qianmian really go and kill Elder Zeng?
I doubt a thousand faces could be that powerful.
Lian Shanxin was still thinking about this while eating breakfast at home.

As a result, he was somewhat absent-minded.

He Miaojun stared at her son, and the more she looked, the more something seemed off: "Xiao Xin, why do you seem... a little more handsome today?"

"Mother, was I ugly before?" Lian Shanxin asked, expressing his dissatisfaction.

He Miaojun spoke frankly: "You're not exactly ugly, but you're not exactly pretty either. You take after your father, not me."

Lian Shanxin glanced at Lian Shanxin Jingcheng and thought to himself, "Mom, your standards are too high. My father is forty years old and still looks so good. He's not fat or thin. He's a perfect middle-aged pretty boy. What's wrong with him?"

"You look even more beautiful today." He Miaojun asked in surprise, "That's strange. I see you almost every day, how can I sense such a big change?"

Lian Shanxin realized the truth; it seems that being born with a charming nature can subtly change one's temperament and even appearance.

When he saw Dai Yueying before, he also noticed that she looked much better than before.

"Mother, this is the benefit of cultivating immortality. You wouldn't understand if you didn't cultivate immortality."

Lian Shanxin once again used the excuse of cultivating immortality to send He Miaojun away.

Lian Shan Jingcheng tapped the bowl with his chopsticks and reminded her, "Xiao Xin, take good care of yourself when you're out and about."

"What do you mean?" Lian Shanxin did not immediately understand Lian Shanjingcheng's words.

Lian Shan Jingcheng had to be a little more blunt: "Beauty is a curse, Dai Yueying is a prime example. People with naturally alluring qualities will subconsciously attract everyone, everyone."

"Husband, what are you talking about?" He Miaojun sensed that the father and son were having a secret behind her back.

Lian Shanxin also realized what was happening: "Everyone? Including men?"

"of course."

Lian Shanxin's anus tightened on the spot.

Holy crap, mastering the true meaning of seduction is now of the essence.

Only by fully grasping the true meaning of seduction can Lian Shanxin control his actions, instead of acting like a peacock spreading its tail feathers, constantly attracting people like Lin Xiangwen.

Previously, Dai Yueying had not been able to control herself properly, so Lian Shanxin noticed something was wrong immediately.

Lian Shanxin felt a sense of urgency.

Unfortunately, the "Soul-Capturing and God-Hooking Scripture" is not high enough in level; at most, it can only be considered a Xuan-rank technique.

This limited Lian Shanxin's progress.

If he had a Heavenly-Rank Seduction Technique to cultivate, Lian Shanxin, based on the True Meaning of Myriad Phenomena, should already be able to master the True Meaning of Seduction.

However, the upper limit of Xuan-level techniques is too low. Playing chess with a bad player can easily make you worse and worse.

At this moment, Lian Shanxin missed Qianmian a little.

If we're talking about Heavenly-level seductive arts, we still have to look to the Demonic Sect for them.

"Bone Scraper," one of the four elders of the Demonic Sect, specializes in seductive arts.

Lian Shanxin suspected that Qianmian was training Dai Yueying with the intention of "scraping the bone" (a metaphor for ruthless manipulation).

Unfortunately, I managed to snatch it away halfway through.

"Young master, Huang Jingji requests an audience."

Qi Wenbin walked in and reported some news to Lian Shanxin.

Lian Shanxin had almost finished eating, so he said directly to He Miaojun, "Mother, I'm going to see Chief Huang, and then I'll go back to the academy."

"it is good."

He Miaojun had previously worried that Lian Shanxin would only report good news and not bad news, but now that she has confirmed that Lian Shanxin is indeed healthy, she is relieved.

After a while.

Lian Shanxin walked to the front hall and saw Huang Jingji.

After exchanging a glance with Lian Shanxin, Huang Jingji suddenly knelt down on the ground.

"Thank you, Young Master Xin, for avenging me."

"Chief Huang, what are you doing?"

Huang Jingji said, "If it weren't for Young Master Xin's help, I don't know when I would have been able to avenge Kong Sanlang."

Kong Sanlang's cousin, who was his page, gave birth to his son, but unfortunately, he was only the nominal father, not the biological father.

This hatred is naturally deep and profound, but Huang Jingji is powerless to retaliate in the short term.

Lian Shanxin explained, "I didn't kill Kong Sanlang, it was Qianmian." Huang Jingji said, "I've already heard about it. If it weren't for you, young master, Qianmian wouldn't have resorted to such a desperate measure. In any case, I can never repay your kindness."

"Speaking of which, I promised to leave Kong Sanlang to you, but now I've gone back on my word," Lian Shanxin said with a light laugh.

Huang Jingji shook his head: "Things in this world can't always go as planned. I still have a chance to take revenge on that old scoundrel Luo myself."

"It would be best if you could understand. As for the cultivation method, I have already applied to Lord 'Heavenly Sword'. Lord 'Heavenly Sword' means that once I return to the headquarters in the capital city, I can go and choose a cultivation method."

Huang Jingji was overjoyed: "Thank you very much, young master. You have truly done me a favor."

"Alright, get up. I'm not used to people kneeling and talking to me. Did you come to me just to thank me?"

"No, young master, I have something to report. 'Gale Sword' Jiang Jingbin is coming to cause you trouble."

Lian Shanxin learned of this news from others for the third time.

He looked at Huang Jingji, seemingly lost in thought: "Jiang Jingbin contacted you?"

Huang Jingji nodded: "Young Master has keen insight. Jiang Jingbin has already contacted that scoundrel and wants to settle down in my Jingji Gang. He'll first gather information about you, and then he plans to openly challenge you at the academy. He's five years older than you, yet he shamelessly bullies the younger one. He's utterly shameless. Young Master, should I secretly do something to sabotage things?"

What tricks are you playing?

Huang Jingji leaned close to Lian Shanxin and whispered, "I poisoned Jiang Jingbin."

Lian Shanxin glanced at Huang Jingji with surprise.

Old Huang's got some skills.

"Do you possess a poison capable of incapacitating a grandmaster?"

Huang Jingji shook his head: "I don't have it, but Young Master should be able to get it. 'Nine Heavens' definitely has this. Young Master, our Great Yu is known for its martial spirit. Jiang Jingbin is challenging you under the guise of avenging his brother. If you don't accept, you will be ridiculed. But he is five years older than you and is a Grandmaster. This kind of challenge is inherently unfair. Poisoning him beforehand is the only way to have a fair fight."

Lian Shanxin was filled with respect: "What Chief Huang said is true, I have learned a lot."

Huang Jingji also solemnly replied, "Young Master is young and acts with integrity, so he naturally wouldn't think of such underhanded tactics. I'm different. I've been in the mud for so many years and I've come to understand that those big shots play even dirtier games in private. Young Master has been kind to me, so I naturally want to help you fill in the gaps in your knowledge."

Lian Shanxin felt Huang Jingji's loyalty.

It was worth it for him to kill Kong Sanlang for Huang Jingji.

This is probably what they call good deeds being rewarded, and Lian Shanxin was very pleased.

"Chief Huang, did anyone know you came to see me today?"

"Don't worry, young master, I came alone and I guarantee I won't be followed."

"Very good, I will send someone to deliver the poison to you at noon."

Huang Jingji is right, "Nine Heavens" must have a poison that can kill even a grandmaster.

A Grandmaster can be immune to all poisons, but a Master cannot.

Lian Shanxin was a man who listened to advice, and he decided to heed Huang Jingji's suggestion.

"By the way, Chief Huang, what is your cultivation level?"

"Peak of True Intent, but unfortunately not talented enough, so he has no hope of becoming a Grandmaster for so many years."

"I don't think it's because you lack talent, but because there's a problem with the cultivation technique you're using. Once I reach the Nine Heavens Headquarters in Shenjing City, I'll choose a higher-level technique for you, and you'll definitely have a chance to become a Grandmaster."

"Thank you, sir."

Huang Jingji bowed down once again.

Lian Shanxin helped Huang Jingji up, and the two smiled at each other.

Lian Shanxin's heart skipped a beat.

Tianyan Check's proactive features are still in a period of inactivity.

However, the passive skill of the talent has already ended its refractory period and has just suddenly activated.

Through the yellow thorns, Lian Shanxin saw the footage of the Thorn Gang headquarters from last night.

In the picture, a young man whom Lian Shanxin did not recognize was sitting in the main seat.

Huang Jingji, as the leader of the Thorn Gang, could only stand and reply.

Beside Huang Jingji was his wife, Luo Panlan.

"Young master, what brings you to Jiangcheng all of a sudden?"

Luo Panlan looked at the young man in the main seat with some surprise.

"Madam, who is this...?"

"Jiang Jingbin."

The boy in the main seat spoke first.

Huang Jingji was startled.

At this moment, Lian Shanxin also felt a pang in his heart.

You never know which will come first, tomorrow or an accident.

There are still too many heroes in this world.

Even though I have defeated Thousand Faces three times in a row, I must still have a sense of awe for others.

Just because someone with a thousand faces can't do it doesn't mean others can't.

This Jiang Jingbin is something else.

Huang Jingji quickly bowed to Jiang Jingbin.

Jiang Jingbin nodded and explained his purpose: "I have been entrusted by the alliance to investigate Ningbing's death."

At this point, Jiang Jingbin's face darkened: "But I never expected that my younger brother would also die an unexpected and violent death."

Huang Jingji and Luo Panlan knew that Zeng Ningbing was dead, but they learned about Jiang Jingshen's death from Jiang Jingbin.

Luo Panlan was shocked: "Young Master Shen is dead? Who killed him?"

"It's hard to say, but it looks like it's Lian Shanxin, the 'Sky Eye' who's been making headlines lately." Jiang Jingbin said gravely, "He was also there when Ning Bing died."

Huang Jingji spoke up first: "I've heard about Fairy Ningbing. Wasn't it said that she died at the hands of 'Thousand Faces'?"

Jiang Jingbin gave Huang Jingji a deep look, making Huang Jingji's face turn pale, before slowly speaking: "What kind of person is Qianmian? He has no grudge against Ningbing, so why would he kill Ningbing? Moreover, it was Qi Shiyun who brought Ningbing to the governor's mansion, and Qi Shiyun was entrusted by Lian Shanxin. I haven't investigated the hidden story behind this yet, but I can confirm that it is inseparable from Lian Shanxin."

Lian Shanxin's expression remained unchanged; he simply let out a soft breath.

"I secretly went to the academy to observe Lian Shanxin during the day and happened to see him expose the disguise of Qianmian. Those 'heavenly eyes' are truly terrifying; I couldn't see how he did it at all."

At this point, Jiang Jingbin's tone became unusually solemn.

The unknown is the most frightening thing.

In his eyes, Lianshanxin was full of unknowns.

At this moment, Lian Shanxin also began to find Jiang Jingbin frightening.

When he defeated Qianmian during the day, there were too many onlookers, so he naturally didn't notice that there was a pair of eyes staring at him among them.

"Chief Huang, I heard you were getting quite close to Lian Shanxian the other day?" Jiang Jingbin asked.

Huang Jingji quickly explained, "I only just met Lian Shanxin, as you know, but we're not very familiar with each other."

Luo Panlan nodded.

Jiang Jingbin continued, "After you and Lian Shanxin left the Thorn Gang, you didn't go to your mistress's place. Instead, you went back to Lian Shanxin's house. Why is that?"

Huang Jingji's heart sank.

When he and Lian Shanxin went to Huichuntang again, they did not conceal their whereabouts.

But why is Jiang Jingbin even investigating this?
"I heard that Lian Shanxin's father is a famous medical expert in Jiangzhou City, and he is most skilled in treating fertility-related diseases."

Jiang Jingbin, never one to mince words, asked: "Chief Huang, is there anything you want to say to me?"

Huang Jingji tried hard to control his expression and took the initiative to explain: "I made an agreement with Lian Shanxin that the gang disciples would go to Huichuntang for physical examinations regularly. In fact, it was to flatter him and give money to his father. Lian Shanxin then introduced his father to me."

"That's a very reasonable explanation."

Jiang Jingbin nodded: "However, Lian Shanxin's father is a medical master, and Lian Shanxin himself is so insightful, which inevitably makes me think a bit more. I heard that even though Chairman Qu was hiding flawlessly before, Lian Shanxin still discovered that he was a demonic cultist. This shows that he is not so powerful after mastering the 'True Meaning of Void Insight', but has always been exceptionally gifted."

At this point, Jiang Jingbin unleashed his full mastery of aura, his immense spiritual will overwhelming Huang Jingji and putting tremendous pressure on him.

"Chief Huang, you actually know that Luo Panlan's daughter isn't yours, right?"

Huang Jingji's complexion changed uncontrollably.

Luo Panlan's face also turned pale: "Young Master, what are you saying?"

Jiang Jingbin sighed softly: "Judging from Chief Huang's complexion and the changes in his blood and qi, Lian Shanxin did indeed tell you. Such hatred is irreconcilable, so you sided with him, intending to betray the Golden Scale Alliance, right?"

Huang Jingji knew he had been completely exposed, and he was completely reckless: "Shouldn't I have done this?"

"Of course you should. If I were you, I would have killed this bitch long ago. It's the Golden Scale Alliance that has wronged you, so your betrayal is only right."

As Jiang Jingbin finished speaking, he suddenly attacked, destroying Luo Panlan's dantian with a single sword strike, causing her to collapse weakly to the ground.

"Sir?"

Luo Panlan looked at Jiang Jingbin in disbelief.

Huang Jingji never expected that Jiang Jingbin's target would be Luo Panlan.

Jiang Jingbin ignored Luo Panlan's gaze and instead focused his attention on Huang Jingji.

"Chief Huang, I'll stand up for you. You can kill this slut, those two bastards, and even Chief Luo. How about that? As for your hidden health issues, I'll have my father choose a new martial arts technique for you, ensuring you can successfully carry on the family line."

Huang Jingji was instantly moved: "Why are you helping me like this, young master?"

“Of course, there will be places where I need you. In Jiangzhou, you are the local bigwig. I need your support to deal with Lian Shanxin. This man joined ‘Nine Heavens’ and his attitude towards the alliance is extremely bad. Moreover, Ning Bing’s death is definitely related to him. He offended a big shot and is bound to die. The matter has fallen on my shoulders, and I have no choice but to take responsibility, but I need to make full preparations.”

Huang Jingji didn't understand: "Young Master, you are so young, yet you are already a grandmaster. No matter how talented Lian Shanxin is, he has only just entered the True Intent Realm. How could he be your match?"

"Even a grandmaster like Qianmian would suffer under his 'Heavenly Eye'. Moreover, judging from Lianshan's character and conduct, he is almost unscrupulous and may not follow the rules of the martial world to fight me one-on-one. If he uses 'Nine Heavens' or has Qi Shiyun secretly attack me, there is a high chance that I will be caught off guard."

Lian Shanxin felt that this fellow was judging a gentleman by the standards of a petty person.

But Jiang Jingbin was very cautious: "Therefore, I need to put in more effort. In this regard, Chief Huang can help me. No matter how insightful Lian Shanxin's Heavenly Eye is, it is impossible to see everything. I came to Jiangzhou City very discreetly and have never shown myself in public, so he cannot track my whereabouts."

"But with my brother dead, Lian Shanxin will inevitably start to be wary of me. It's unavoidable. Rather than continuing to observe him secretly, I might as well proactively reveal some information to him and lower his guard."

“Lian Shanxin is, after all, an eighteen-year-old young man. No one is infallible. He will be wary of me, but he won’t be wary of you, Chief Huang, who has already pledged allegiance to him. Chief Huang, I need you to do something for me.”

"What's the matter?"

“I proactively warned him and suggested that he poison me, so that he would accept my public challenge.”

Jiang Jingbin reached out, holding a pill in his hand.

“Eat this, act this act well, and you will be the person in charge of the Golden Scale Alliance in Jiangcheng. I guarantee that you will replace Chief Luo and become the hall master directly.”

"Otherwise, today will be your death day."

"Your choice is to die, or for Luo Panlan and the others to die."

Huang Jingji's choice is self-evident.

Lian Shanxin withdrew his gaze and no longer looked at Huang Jingji.

Huang Jingji's choice was perfectly reasonable in his view.

He simply reminded himself:

Learn from others and emulate Brother Bo Bing.

Of course, I still need to focus on myself and strive to achieve amazing results!
　I made some adjustments to the plot, which delayed the update; please forgive me. I originally wrote 9000 words of the protagonist easily defeating his enemies, but after reviewing it this morning, I felt it wasn't quite right. It can't just be the protagonist's team using their brains. With Lian Shan Xin's achievements being revealed, the opponents also need to adapt accordingly; that's more reasonable. So I deleted half of the content and rewrote it. I apologize for the delay. I hope you all don't feel this is too cruel to the protagonist?
　　
　
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