Fantasy: I can equip everything

Chen Chuang and Qi were looking at each other, pondering whether to bring a gift to the Secret Service, when they heard a commotion at the city gate.

Turning around, I saw that the people who were queuing to enter the city had all retreated to the side in fear.

"Roar~"

With a deep roar, a large, striped tiger emerged from the city.

Its physique and imposing presence were in no way inferior to the tiger demon that Chen Chuang had slain in the northern mountains of Qinghe County.

But at this moment, the tiger demon, who was at the Inner Strength level, was chained and had a rein on its head.

An unremarkable young man sat atop the tiger's head, holding the reins in his hand.

Behind him, a small sedan chair with a gauze curtain was mounted on the tiger demon's broad back.

The sheer curtains revealed the silhouette of a man sitting inside.

And two naked women serving nearby.

The tiger demon exuded a menacing aura and growled, scaring away the people blocking its path.

Chen Chuang glanced at the city guards and found that they seemed oblivious to what was happening, each one looking down and lost in thought.

"Riding a tiger demon imbued with inner strength is truly impressive..."

Sun Xiaodao, standing to the side, sighed with emotion.

It wasn't just because of the tiger demon's mount; even the man holding the rope on the tiger demon's head was at the Inner Strength realm.

In Qinghe County, martial artists with internal strength are considered top-tier combatants, and even the county government treats them with respect.

In Yongzhou City, however, martial artists with internal strength were actually used as grooms.

Just as Sun Xiaodao was feeling sentimental, the demon tiger walked up to them.

"what?"

A soft exclamation came from inside the curtained area, and the demon tiger immediately stopped in its tracks.

"You are... Sun Xiaodao?"

The curtain was opened by a slender, fair arm, revealing a young figure holding a wine glass inside.

When Sun Xiaodao was called by name, he was taken aback at first. But when he saw the man's face clearly, he quickly clasped his hands and said, "So it's the Second Young Master. I never expected that you would remember a rough man like me. I am truly honored."

Yun Xuefeng whispered to Chen Chuang, "This is Zhao Jingchen, the second young master of the Zhao family's eldest branch."

Chen Chuang nodded slightly, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

This second young master looks very young, but his cultivation level has actually reached the Inner Strength realm.

Moreover, judging from his various stats, his foundation is very solid, comparable to those martial artists in the late stage of internal strength in Qinghe County.

"Yes, I'm very happy with the gift you gave me before!"

Zhao Jingchen smiled, glanced at the many Little Knife Society warriors behind Sun Xiaodao, and sighed, "I've heard about what happened in Qinghe County."

"It's a pity, the scenery along the Daqing River is quite beautiful."

He shook his head and waved his hand casually, saying, "My brother has already made up his mind about the arrangements for your Little Knife Society. You can go there yourselves. I have an appointment with a friend to admire the flowers, so I won't accompany you."

"Please wait, young master!"

Sun Xiaodao respectfully saw the person off before straightening up. "Sigh, after being the boss for so many years, my back has become a bit stiff. From now on, I'll have to bend over more often."

With a sigh, he turned and said, "Second brother, accompany me to the Zhao residence later to meet the eldest young master. Bring all the gifts we prepared earlier. As for Chuang..."

Chen Chuang said, "Brother Dao, you two go ahead. I have some things to take care of."

Sun Xiaodao immediately understood.

Upon returning to the prefectural capital, Chen Chuang would certainly have to report back to the Secret Investigation Division.

"Alright, let's split up and do our own thing. Xiao Dao has rented a place at the Yue Lai Inn in the city for a long time. You can find us there after you've finished your business."

After giving the order, Sun Xiaodao led Yun Xuefeng into the city first.

Chen Chuang remained where he was, pondering where to go.

Logically, they should have reported to the Secret Service.

As a newcomer, he hadn't even received the basic benefits of a secret investigator yet.

Unfortunately, Xiao Qianzhong left in such a hurry that he didn't explain how to contact the Secret Investigation Division.

Or, why don't we just go to the Demon Slayer Bureau and ask?

Or should we take advantage of the free time and go to Kuhua Temple first?

Just as Chen Chuang hesitated, a figure slowly approached.

"Brother, is this your first time in Yongzhou City?"

Chen Chuang turned his head, looked at the city defense junior commander with a strange look in his eyes, and grinned, "That's true..."

"Then come with me, and I'll tell you about the rules of this city."

As he spoke, he led Chen Chuang to a secluded spot.

Seeing that no one was around, he suddenly clasped his hands in a fist salute...

Bow in greeting!

"Shi Huai-ren, a sixth-rank follower of the Blood Dark Sect, greets the envoy."

Chen Chuang paused for a moment, then said slowly, "No need for formalities!"

The Blood Dark Cult is a heretical sect, internally divided into seven levels.

The martial artist in front of me, who was supposed to be at the Inner Strength level, was only at the sixth rank.

However, the life essence blood crystal belonging to Liu San Niang in Chen Chuang's possession was of grade five.

After all, Liu San Niang was quite talented back then, and she belonged to the group of people that the sect focused on cultivating. Her status and position were much higher than those of ordinary believers.

As for the authenticity of Chen Chuang's identity...

Shi Huai-ren had absolutely no doubts.

The Life Soul Blood Crystal is a secret technique of the Blood Nether Sect, and even the Great Qian Dynasty could not decipher its mysteries.

But Chen Chuang's background...

Shi Huai-ren's eyes darted around, and he tentatively asked, "May I ask where the envoy has come from?"

Chen Chuang remained silent for a moment, then suddenly sighed.

"Sigh..." A trace of sadness appeared on his face, and he said in a low voice, "The Qinghe County branch altar is completely wiped out!"

Shi Huai-ren frowned, deep in thought.

The Qinghe County branch has always kept a low profile, and even the prefectural government rarely manages to contact them.

How could something go wrong when they're keeping such a low profile?

Just as he was lost in thought, Chen Chuang slowly said, "Judging from your expression, you probably don't know yet that there's a locust plague over there!"

Shi Huai-ren's pupils contracted sharply, and he looked up in disbelief, saying, "Locust plague? No wonder there are suddenly so many martial artists from Qinghe County today..."

He had been guarding this city gate for a while and had already sensed that something was amiss.

But the martial artists who came from the direction of Qinghe County remained silent, leaving him completely confused about what had happened.

But wait, that's not right!

Even if it's a locust plague, all the martial artists in Qinghe County have come out. The Blood Demon Sect has many tricks up its sleeve, how could they possibly be wiped out?

Faced with his questioning gaze, Chen Chuang said with deep sorrow, "If it were just a locust plague, my Qinghe County branch wouldn't be in such a predicament. What's heartbreaking is..."

"There's a thief in my house!!!"

"What???"

Shi Huai-ren was taken aback and said incredulously, "With the Life Soul Blood Crystal as a constraint, who would dare to betray the sect?"

The Blood Crystal of Life Soul is not only a symbol of a member's identity in the Blood Nether Cult, but also a pledge of allegiance.

If anyone betrays the sect, regardless of their cultivation level or where they are, as long as the main altar has a single thought, the traitor will die instantly.

Chen Chuang gritted his teeth and said in utter grief:

"The traitor! It's that scoundrel Lin Bainian!"

"That scoundrel discovered the Blood Spine Sword of the former leader, Blood Charm, in Qinghe County. He harbored evil intentions, first colluding with the government to kill many of his colleagues, and finally betraying his master and ancestors. My master, the Yin-Yang Face Wu Xijin, was..."

At this point, Chen Chuang suddenly seemed to remember something, and said with a wary expression:

"Brother Shi, I can't go into details with you. I need to contact the higher-ups in the sect in Yongzhou immediately!"

Shi Huai-ren looked bewildered, but immediately understood after hearing this.

This is a major event that I shouldn't get involved in.

He quickly clasped his hands in a fist and said, "Your Excellency, please wait a few days. I will report this matter as soon as possible."

"The sooner the better!"

Chen Chuang nodded, took a deep breath, and turned to leave.

I wonder what kind of reward the Secret Investigation Division will give for taking down a branch of the Blood Demon Cult in a prefecture.