Martial Arts Crossover: Infiltrating a Girls' Chat Group at the Start

“That’s exactly what I’m wondering about.” Zhuge Zhengwo looked at Huang Rong with admiration; the girl had immediately grasped the key point.

Lin Zhu analyzed in his mind that the center of the counterfeit copper coin case was not in the capital, but because there were too many people with high martial arts skills and too many strongmen in the capital.

But even in Jingzhou, the territory of the King of Chu, to cause such a huge impact, the mastermind behind it is probably not just An Jia.

Rather, it has a much stronger background.

If their only goal was to amass wealth, the risk of counterfeiting copper coins would be too great. What they sought was something much bigger: to plunge the entire Great Zhou Dynasty into chaos.

If the Great Zhou falls into chaos, the first suspect should be the Northern Yuan.

But it's impossible.

Jingzhou was the territory of the Great Zhou Dynasty, and the Northern Yuan could not penetrate such a powerful force.

Therefore, it could only have been launched by a mysterious organization that was already lurking in the Great Zhou Dynasty, and An Jia was just a member of this organization.

But regardless of who this organization is, if only the Divine Marquis's Mansion goes there, they'll probably be delivering vegetables.

He warned, "I'm afraid they're up to no good. The matter of the counterfeit copper coins is not simple. Divine Marquis will be in considerable danger on this trip."

Chapter 100 Another Newcomer Arrives (Bonus Chapter)

"Oh, how so?" Zhuge Zhengwo looked at Lin Zhu with great interest.

Lin Zhu gave a brief analysis, not giving a complete answer, which sounded somewhat perfunctory, but her words implied that their opponent this time was not easy to deal with.

Zhuge Zhengwo was slightly disappointed. Lin Zhu's words were as good as nothing. How could he not know that this opponent was not easy to deal with?

So she politely thanked him and then saw him, Zhang Sanniang, and Huang Rong out of the Divine Marquis's Mansion.

Afterwards, he took the Four Great Constables to the Dragon Guard Manor to pick up Yuan Shisanxian and they went to Jingzhou together.

Zhang San Niang asked, "It seems you didn't say everything you wanted to say earlier."

“Yes.” Lin Zhu nodded. “We are in the same group as Sister Ya Yu, so we can trust her. But after all, Zhuge Shenhou is a member of the imperial court. There are some things we can remind Sister Ya Yu about later, but it’s best not to say them in front of Zhuge Zhengwo.”

Zhang San Niang thought for a moment and nodded, saying, "What you've considered is also true."

Then, Lin Zhu sent a message in the group.

Lin Zhu: @Sheng Yayu, if I'm not mistaken, when you arrive in Jingzhou, you can investigate the An family's businesses. You can do it discreetly.

Sheng Yayu: I knew you had something to say. Did you see something? @Lin Zhu

Lin Zhu: I guess we've seen a glimpse. You should still remember An Shigeng. If he goes to Jingzhou, be careful. His father, An Yunshan, is at least a top-tier expert, possessing an internal energy technique similar to the Absorption Technique, but even more domineering. But they should only be the most superficial layer of the behind-the-scenes organization; there should be a much larger force behind them.

Shangguan Haitang: What do you mean by that? Is there another big case?

Liu Ruoxin: Yes, I haven't been separated from you for very long. What happened?

Quirky Little Girl (IP Jingxiang): What else could it be? Counterfeit copper coins are rampant in Jingzhou and the Xiang River area. The current situation is only slightly better than a major disaster. The people have no money. It's pitiful!

Ji Ru: What should we do then? @Sheng Yayu, Sister Yayu, are we going to your Divine Marquis's Mansion?

Sheng Yayu: There are also Liu Dufeng, Guo Juxia and the Four Great Constables from the Six Doors, as well as a group of female constables.

Lin Zhu: Among those female constables, wasn't there one named Ji Yaohua and another named Butterfly?

Sheng Yayu: How did you know? They only recently joined the Six Doors, and I only just learned their names myself.

At this time, Lin Zhu, Zhang San Niang, and Huang Rong had already returned to the Yue Lai Inn.

Lin Zhu: These female constables are all An Shigeng's men, so please be extra careful. Also, An Shigeng knows the Western Regions' ice and fire magic, and he also has a corpse-refining technique called "Divine Weapon." The Divine Weapon is impervious to swords and spears, but its weakness is the needle on its head. Once that needle is dislodged, it will break without a trace. If you encounter it, just be extra cautious.

Shi Feixuan: There's actually such a thing? Our Cihang Jingzhai can go and help.

Fan Qinghui: That's right. Please feel free to ask if you need anything.

Wanwan: Oh my, Cihang Jingzhai has actually taken pity on you and is willing to take care of these trivial matters. Aren't you supposed to only appear when the world is in chaos and a great demon is about to be born?

Lin Zhu: We're discussing serious matters. If you want to argue, then let's arrange a fight. @婠婠

Wanwan: Don't be fooled by Cihang Jingzhai's facade. Who knows if they're there to help or cause trouble? They might even be in cahoots with those counterfeiters! @Linzhu

Shi Feixuan: My Cihang Jingzhai would never do such a heinous thing.

Wu Xingyun: You two are arguing a bit, shut up, both of you. @Lin Zhu @Sheng Yayu, you two continue.

Sheng Yayu: Did you see anything else? @Lin Zhu

Lin Zhu: That's about all I can say. Oh, and there should be one of them who knows illusion magic; their disguise skills are extremely advanced. Be very careful. @Sheng Yayu

Sheng Yayu: I understand, thank you! @Lin Zhu

Wu Xingyun: You said you saw a glimpse of the future, what did you mean? A glimpse of the future? @Lin Zhu

Lin Zhu: More or less, but not necessarily accurate. I'd say that most of the people outside this group have had their predetermined fates completely altered.

Wu Xingyun: Oh, for example? Give me an example.

Lin Zhu: Since things have changed, why say more? It only adds to people's troubles. Grandma, you agree, right?

Wu Xingyun: That makes sense, then I won't say anything more.

[Ding! New member Wanxi Qingyang detected. Welcome the newcomer!]

Wanxi Qingyang (IP Shuzhong): What is this?

Huang Rong: Welcome newcomer! Newcomer, send in your photo! Click the icon in the upper right corner to take a photo and upload it!

Wanxi Qingyang (IP Shuzhong): Who are you? Where is this place? Why am I here?

Ning Zhongze: This is a chat group for beauties. You can claim the benefits first, and then you'll know what to expect.

The addition of the new member made the group chat, which should have calmed down, suddenly lively again.

Guided by the crowd, the new member received his perks, but what he received remains a mystery.

You Ruo: @Lin Zhu, do you know who this is?

Lin Zhu: I can probably guess, but after half a year of training, I'd be too embarrassed to accept more. Why don't you reveal your identity? @婉兮清扬

Wanxi Qingyang (IP Shuzhong): You know me! @Linzhu

She has automatically learned this operation.

Lin Zhu: I roughly know that you are from the Great Zhou Dynasty, from the Dali Kingdom, right?

Wanxi Qingyang (IP Shuzhong): Who are you? How do you know? Are you right next to me? @Linzhu

Xiaomeng: Foresight is truly remarkable. Would you be interested in joining my Heavenly Sect? @Linzhu, we can study the Great Dao together.

Wanwan: It feels like this group belongs to you; you recognize everyone who comes in. @Linzhu

You Ruo: That's right, that's right, I'm almost in the capital, I must see you properly. @Lin Zhu

Upon seeing this news, Huang Rong said to Lin Zhu, "Little brother, why don't we go to Jingzhou together and help Sister Ya Yu while we're at it? What do you think?"

Zhang San Niang laughed and said, "Rong'er, are you afraid that You Ruo won't fall for your act and will spank you?"

"I'm not afraid at all," Huang Rong said proudly. "I'm just worried about Sister Ya Yu's safety. Aren't you all worried?"

"There shouldn't be any problems," Lin Zhu said. "Sister Ya Yu has two peerless masters, Zhuge Zhengwo and Yuan Shisanxian, by her side, as well as top-tier grandmasters like Guo Juxia and Liu Dufeng. Her safety shouldn't be a big issue. It's just that the case is a bit tricky."

Perhaps this is a test. If it succeeds, it means the Great Zhou is about to fall into chaos. If I were alone, I could secretly help. But with the two of you by my side, I'd better not."

"Oh, you're disgusted with us? We won't stand for it!" Huang Rong grabbed Lin Zhu's hand, shaking it while pouting.

Seeing this, Zhang San Niang stepped between the two and separated them, saying, "Our strength is indeed inferior to yours, but that's not a sign of disdain. It seems we need to strengthen our abilities as soon as possible."

In this subtle way, Huang Rong interrupted Lin Zhu's coquettish behavior.

Chapter 101 Dongfang Bai's Master

Wanxi Qingyang (IP Shuzhong): Why are you silent? @Linzhu

You Ruo: Yeah, yeah, why aren't you saying anything? @Lin Zhu

Lin Zhu: There's nothing much to say. I've said everything I needed to say.

He then tagged Xiaomeng again, politely declining her offer.

Xiaomeng: That's a pity. I'll be going to the capital soon, and if you're still there, we can meet up.

Ji Ru: Tomorrow I can leave the palace with my mother and meet you all. @Lin Zhu @Zhang San Niang @Huang Rong

Huang Rong: Then we'll stay at the inn tomorrow to welcome Her Highness the Princess. (Playful JPG @Ji Ru)

Ji Ru: Sister Rong'er is making fun of me again!

You Ruo: It's okay, I'll help you beat her up in a few days. @Ji Ru

Looking at the chat history in the group, Mu Wanqing, who had just arrived in Sichuan, couldn't help but find it very interesting and friendly, and a smile appeared on her face.

Her face was fair and smooth, her skin was radiant and translucent, her lips were very thin, her eyes were bright as black lacquer, and her brows and eyes revealed boundless tenderness. She had a graceful figure, and her charm was tinged with innocence.

Such a smile seems to illuminate everything around it.

Seeing that most people in the group were using their real names, I also sent my name over.

Wanxi Qingyang (IP Shuzhong): My name is Mu Wanqing.

[Ding! Detected that Mu Wanqing has revealed her identity. Reward: Half a year's worth of cultivation points.]

Mu Wanqing: There's even a reward!

Lian Ni Chang: That's right. If you don't tell, Lin Zhu will take your cultivation. Find a safe place and refine it properly. By the way, did you get the internal energy cultivation technique? If you did, absorb the cultivation you've accumulated over the past six months with the new technique first, so it will be easier to convert later.

Mu Wanqing: I drew a book, it seems to be called the Sunflower Manual. Can I practice this?

Dongfang Bai: You can practice it. My master helped me modify it. It transforms extreme yang into extreme yin, without reducing its power. Once you master it, your speed will be unparalleled. Just practice diligently.

This was the first time Lin Zhu had seen Dongfang Bai speak. His quick reply to Mu Wanqing suggested he was a frequent lurker. However, he was curious about who Dongfang Bai's master was.

Lin Zhu: Your master wouldn't happen to be Senior Dugu Sheng, would he?

Dongfang Bai: How did you know? I haven't said much in the group chat. Do you have such precognitive abilities that you can see me through the group chat?

Lin Zhu: Senior Dugu is amazing! He managed to adapt the Sunflower Manual into a martial art that women could practice.

Mu Wanqing: Was the Sunflower Manual originally only for men to practice?

Lin Zhu: Yes, only special men can practice it. Now that Dongfang Bai can practice it, you can too.