Cao Cao's soul transmigrates into Murong Fu's body

As soon as the heroic Qiao Feng entered the scene, he attracted everyone's attention.

"Brother, it's truly fate that we meet again."

Qiao Feng immediately recognized Cao Cao, one of the martial arts sects invited to the front row, and he could roughly guess his identity.

"Chief Qiao, I am Murong Fu from Gusu, invited to attend the Beggars' Sect assembly!"

"So it's Young Master Murong. No wonder your lightness skill is so superb. I had the honor of tasting the imperial wine at Mingzhen Pavilion last time, but I haven't had a chance to thank you yet."

Cao Cao couldn't help but think to himself, "Isn't he just trying to force me into a sworn brotherhood? How can I possibly take you under my wing after you've made me your subordinate?"

According to the timeline of the Tianlong world, Qiao Feng was around 30 years old, while Murong Fu was around 27 years old. Therefore, once they became sworn brothers, Cao Cao would be the younger brother, so he immediately made an excuse to run away!

On the other hand, Qiao Feng had always wanted to see Murong Fu, but after searching for him in Jiangnan for a long time without success, Murong Fu came to him on his own.

It seems that Murong Fu is not the person who loves pomp and circumstance as rumored; he came entirely alone.

After Cao Cao traveled here, Murong Fu's four retainers were assigned to complete their own tasks, as following him would easily attract attention.

Moreover, he was well aware that the Murong family's retainers were generally not very strong, especially that one named Bao Butong.

He's incredibly sarcastic and always has "no, no" on his lips, which is extremely annoying.

Cao Cao felt that Cao Cao's personality was similar to that of his strategist Xu You, except that Cao Cao lacked Xu You's strategic thinking and was just good at talking. Therefore, he sent Cao Cao to other places.

If Bao Butong were present, he would definitely get himself into trouble and attract attention.

Moreover, Cao Cao had many things to do in Luoyang, so acting alone would be much more convenient.

Cao Cao stayed in Luoyang for so long not just to wait for the Beggars' Sect gathering, but also because he missed his loved ones while looking at the city!

Luoyang was once Cao Cao's second hometown. It is here that Cao Cao has fond childhood memories of visiting brothels with Yuan Shao and other spoiled brats to peek at beautiful women bathing.

He also served as the Northern Commandant in Luoyang, and then became famous for assassinating Dong Zhuo in Luoyang!

When Dong Zhuo abandoned Luoyang, a fire burned in the city for three days and three nights, a sight that left a deep impression on Cao Cao.

It was this fire that completely changed the landscape of the late Han Dynasty, and Cao Cao began his transformation from that moment on!

"Welcome everyone to our Beggars' Sect assembly! I, Qiao Feng, am deeply grateful!"

Qiao Feng had not expected that so many martial arts figures would come this time, and that they would all be renowned figures.

Besides Murong Fu, there were also some senior figures in the martial arts world.

For example, Master Zhiguang had a square face and large ears, and a dignified appearance, looking like a compassionate and virtuous high monk.

Indeed, this was the case. After the massacre at Yanmen Pass, Master Zhiguang was filled with remorse upon learning the truth.

Therefore, Master Zhiguang made a great vow, crossed the ocean, and traveled to remote overseas regions to collect bark from exotic trees and cure countless people in Zhejiang, Fujian, and Guangdong who were afflicted by miasma.

He fell seriously ill twice as a result, and lost all his martial arts skills, but he also gained spiritual relief, which can be considered a stroke of luck amidst misfortune.

"You're too kind, Benefactor Qiao. We're only here because someone asked us to."

"Who entrusted you with this?"

Master Zhiguang remained silent, only chanting the Buddha's name in a low voice.

Qiao Feng was somewhat confused. He didn't know why the Beggars' Sect meeting was being held, nor did he know why so many senior figures in the martial arts world had come. It seemed that the so-called sect leader had been sidelined.

"Qiao Feng, didn't you go to Jiangnan to look for Young Master Murong the other day? Now Young Master Murong is right here. Have you found out anything about the death of Vice Chief Ma?"

"As everyone knows, the Murong family of Gusu is adept at using the enemy's own methods against them. Deputy Chief Ma died under his signature move, the 'Throat Lock Grappling Hand,' so it is only natural for him to ask Brother Murong for the reason. Now that Young Master Murong is here, let Brother Murong explain everything."

Seeing that Qiao Feng had easily shifted the topic to him, Cao Cao remained calm.

Sensing something was amiss, Qiao Feng was already searching everywhere for his friend Bai Shijing and the leaders of other branch sects.

He discovered that none of his trusted subordinates were there, but instead Quan Guanqing and the four elders looked menacing!

This is equivalent to bringing the Xingzilin incident forward. It is naturally more convenient to handle the affairs of the Beggars' Sect at the Beggars' Sect assembly than at Xingzilin, so anything can be said openly!

Cao Cao remained calm and composed, saying, "Gentlemen, the Murong family does indeed possess a unique skill—the ability to kill using their martial arts prowess! But I doubt I, Murong Fu, am the only one who knows this move. Is there anyone here who does?"

"Does Young Master Murong mean that you didn't kill Vice Chief Ma?"

"If I had killed him, would I still be here at the Beggars' Sect assembly? Besides, I have no grudge against Vice Chief Ma. What purpose would I have in killing him? In other words, what would I gain from killing Ma Dayuan? This is something you all need to think about carefully."

Cao Cao's logically sound speech immediately put everyone present into deep thought.

"As Young Master Murong said, even if Vice Chief Ma died because of his own signature move, the Throat-Locking Grappling Technique, it cannot be said that Young Master Murong killed him. Besides, Young Master Murong has never even met Vice Chief Ma, so there is no conflict of interest between them!"

Quan Guanqing, as a member of the Beggars' Sect, actually spoke up for Murong Fu. Given his current status in the Beggars' Sect, his words carried considerable weight.

Ma Dayuan's death was just an appetizer at the Luoyang Beggars' Sect conference; the real issue was what followed!

"I agree! The death of Vice Chief Ma shouldn't be blamed on Young Master Murong!"

"Yes, Young Master Murong came to pay his respects to Deputy Chief Ma last time, so how could he have killed him?"

"When Vice Chief Ma died, I heard from the Jiangnan branch that Young Master Murong was still in Suzhou at the time! He simply didn't have the time to commit the crime!"

"If it's not Young Master Murong, then who could it be?"

The Beggars' Sect disciples below the stage were discussing among themselves. As the number one sect in the world, the Beggars' Sect had now suffered the tragic death of its vice leader, and they didn't even know who the murderer was.

This situation also led many to question Qiao Feng's leadership abilities.

This is exactly what Cao Cao and Quan Guanqing wanted to see: to start the Beggars' Gathering by finding the murderer of Deputy Chief Ma.

"Quiet down, everyone!" Qiao Feng saw that the situation was getting chaotic and tried to regain control, but no one listened at all!

Cao Cao glanced at Quan Guanqing, who stepped forward to act as the master of rhythm, and the entire audience fell silent instantly.

"Gentlemen, I have something to say! The death of Vice Chief Ma cannot be left unresolved! I recently obtained a handwritten letter from Madam Ma, which details how Vice Chief Ma was murdered, and the culprit is none other than Bai Shijing, the Enforcement Elder of our Beggars' Clan!"

When Quan Guanqing mentioned Bai Shijing's name, the entire audience erupted in uproar.

Not only did members of the Beggars' Sect not believe it, but people from other sects also found it hard to believe.

Because Bai Shijing, as the law enforcement elder of the Beggars' Sect, has always been impartial and incorruptible, and he is also Qiao Feng's sworn brother, belonging to Qiao Feng's iron rod.

He was actually the murderer who killed Deputy Gang Leader Ma?

But why?

Could it be for the position of vice leader?

Countless questions lingered in front of everyone.