Chapter 185.2
The events of that night spread instantly throughout the capital city and swiftly throughout the land.
Did you hear about what happened last night?
I heard that a master came to burn the grain but was discovered by the Sword Elder. The two fought near the granary, and even the nearby hills were leveled!
Its so despicable! Its not easy for the common people to get grain, and yet someone came to burn it?
They say the Emperor was furious, so he urgently mobilized a million soldiers! Then, everyone saw a dazzling sun rising from the capital city into the sky!
I think I saw that sun too!
Everyone was talking about it, and the news spread through every street and alley.
However, no matter how much it was discussed, no one could guess the identity of the person who tried to burn the grain.
It was certain, though, that the individual was a Grandmaster.
Otherwise, they wouldnt have provoked Sword Elder into a fierce battle or caused the Emperor to mobilize such a force.
At this time, a group of people dressed in patched clothes quietly arrived in Great Xia.
Their faces were weather-beaten, their clothes tattered, but they carried an air of distinction.
They were all elders of the Beggar Sect, coming because of the matter concerning their leader, Hong Qihai.
I highly suspect that the mysterious Grandmaster who intended to burn the grain that day could very well have been our leader!
I think so too, given the grudges between our Beggar Sect and Great Xia Alas! We just dont know the current situation of our leader. Its been several days without any news from him!
There shouldnt be anything wrong! After all, our leader is one of the few Grandmasters in the world. Who could kill him? Hes probably just hiding and healing his wounds, everyone can rest easy!Updated from novelb(i)n.c(o)m
I feel the same! However, a country cannot be without a ruler for a day, nor can a sect be without a leader for a day. We should find our leader as soon as possible! Otherwise, many things will be difficult to manage!
Right! Lets hurry!
Wait, our clothes are too conspicuous, so lets change them first!
Elder Liu, you make a good point!
Half an hour later, they changed into more normal attire and posed as merchants entering the Great Xia capital city.
Since the Beggar Sect had no foundation in Great Xia, they had to inquire personally.
But after making the rounds, they still hadnt found any news about their leader, which made them anxious.
We still have no news of our leader!
Its been almost half a month!
Weve inquired everywhere we could, and still not a trace!
Then that old man must be the Sword Elder?
And the other one must be an eunuch from the palace!
Weve been discovered!
Be on guard!!!
They immediately became vigilant, ready for a fight at any moment.
Lin Beifan laughed heartily, I didnt expect to be recognized by you so quickly, worthy of being elders of the Beggar Sect!
Great Xia Emperor, what have you called us here for? one of the elders asked warily, his hands now holding a pair of iron rings, his personal weapon.
Lin Beifan smiled, No need to be so tense. If I wanted to kill you, it would be easy, and your struggle would be futile!
The elders looked towards the Sword Elder standing next to Lin Beifan, their faces falling.
Great Xia Emperor, youre right!
With a Grandmaster here, all our struggles are in vain!
But we would rather be shattered jade than intact tiles!
Lin Beifan waved his hand dismissively, Lets not talk about that now. Everyone, please take a seat. The food is getting cold! We can discuss matters while we eat, how does that sound?
The elders of the Beggar Sect exchanged glances before reluctantly sitting down.
However, they found themselves unable to eat or drink.
Under Lin Beifans watchful eye, they felt as if they were sitting on pins and needles, with thorns in their backs and a lump in their throats
In short, they were extremely uncomfortable and ill at ease.
Lin Beifan, on the other hand, was thoroughly enjoying his meal, savoring the delicacies and fine wine while taking pleasure in the elders awkwardness.
Eventually, one of the Beggar Sect elders could no longer hold back and asked, Great Xia Emperor, why have you summoned us here? What is the matter?
The rest of the elders all turned their attention to him.
After another sip of wine, Lin Beifan cleared his throat and said, Since the esteemed elders of the Beggar Sect are growing impatient, I will get straight to the point! I have invited you all here because I wish to recruit you to serve me!
The Beggar Sect elders were dumbfounded, Recruit us? To serve you?
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