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Chapter 236 - 97 Displaying Divine Skill (3/3)

Chapter 236: Chapter 97 Displaying Divine Skill (3/3)

——"So even you, the Divine Repository True Person, like to play with homophones and word games, is that it? Are you also going to crack a pun as a joke?"

At this moment, even An Jing couldn’t keep it together... Jing Xuan Mysterious Mirror... He truly accepted it, his name from a previous life could actually be linked with the people from Embracing the Void? Truly, human imagination could make all gods and Buddhas laugh.

Inspector Cao, you really do have a knack for associations, although it’s purely coincidental and it does seem plausible, it’s merely by chance! Indeed, the associations humans make could amuse the gods.

But it was also a good thing, from the looks of it, Inspector Cao had completely believed the explanation given by the True Master Mysterious Mirror.

"So, this kid was the one you sent to scout... It truly was well-considered."

Glancing at An Jing and then towards Mysterious Mirror, Inspector Cao said gravely, "Mingguang Dust, you are following the True Martial alliance’s pledge to fight alongside me against the Heavenly Demon, and I will remember this favor... but please remember, do not attempt to interfere in Da Chen’s internal affairs!"

"How could I?"

True Master Mysterious Mirror smiled, "I was merely here at your invitation to fight against the Heavenly Demon together."

"The Heavenly Demon that appeared in the city of Kanming this time has a certain connection with the one at Hanging Fate Manor, so I sent the young apprentice to investigate. I didn’t expect that we would really find something."

"No wonder there is such a treasure mirror... It was probably bestowed by you personally."

Inspector Cao had already concocted many explanations for An Jing’s previous hesitations—whether it was for the plan or not having brought enough money, having to present the teacher’s given treasure mirror in such a situation seemed really troublesome, no wonder he was reluctant to speak!

As for why Jing Xuan was so blatantly publicizing that he was from Dust Li, stimulating Chongyi Building, it was likely an indication from True Master Mysterious Mirror.

If Jing Xuan did not declare himself as being from Dust Li, it would have been impossible to draw out the lurking Heavenly Demon from the major part of Dust Li... Plus, it involved probing the Dark Hand from the True Demon Sect within the official establishments...

Very well, very well, everything made sense.

Except that this was all a lie, everything seemed reasonable.

An Jing felt, the hand of True Master Mysterious Mirror placed on his shoulder transmitted a series of stable Spirit Qi fluctuations. If it were an ordinary person, they surely would not notice, but with his perception, he could sense a comforting hint of ’please be at ease’.

An Jing instantly understood that this supposed Contact Person, True Master Mysterious Mirror, must have really noticed something, realized his possible connection with You Ruhui, which is why he came over to relieve him.

It could even be said that Inspector Cao coming to find him was also within the other party’s expectations; he had been squatting next to Kanming City, waiting for him to leave the city, and also for Inspector Cao to appear!

Old schemer! While using the method of Six Yang, he was so cunning and deceitful!

"...Interesting."

After pondering for a moment, Inspector Cao also knew that even if he still had some doubts about An Jing, he couldn’t really do anything to him under the protection of Mingguang Dust.

The reason he came to find Jing Xuan was simply because of Zheng Mo’s strong recommendation, who praised Jing Xuan to the skies, pleading with him to reserve a position for this valiant warrior from Dust Li—even if Jing Xuan didn’t want it, at least leave some goodwill.

Out of curiosity, Inspector Cao specifically looked up this kid’s information, but discerned an unusual scent from it.

——Entering the city a few days before the True Demon Sect made their move, after entering the city he acted high-profile. After being warned by Chongyi Building, he didn’t act fearful like ordinary people would, but instead counterattacked with a heavy punch, even taking the initiative to capture followers of the True Demon Sect, rescuing hostages... If it weren’t for the fact that the True Demon Sect was an ally during that time, Inspector Cao would have cheered him on for doing well!

But, this isn’t something ordinary people can achieve!

Even if they were martial artists, in such situations, most would initially endure and assess the situation. Jing Xuan’s actions not only show his high skill level but also indicate that he is backed by powerful support!

So the question arises, who is supporting him?

Is it the Heaven’s Will Demon Sect that has yet to be completely eradicated locally?

Had Dust Li of the Five Sects received news about the Emperor’s Blood?

Or was it... the most dangerous possibility, the contingency plan of King Jing...

— The Reformist Faction?

With such caution, Inspector Cao was taken aback when he heard news of Jing Xuan again; the contact had realized Enlightenment upon activating the Formation of Ming City’s Earth Veins.

What in the world, Enlightenment from that?

Taken aback, Inspector Cao grew more interested in Jing Xuan and even more cautious.

For now, one could only say it was a relief.

At the very least, Jing Xuan wasn’t the worst of the potentials, just the Dark Hand of the Dust Li Five Sects. The only odd thing was why Visible Empty Mountain would let such an enlightened genius come down the mountain to perform tasks.

But considering True Master Mysterious Mirror was actually always nearby, appearing immediately to watch as soon as trouble arose, it must have been similar to a trial upon descent from the mountain.

— It seems there really was a problem with the True Demon Sect, letting Princess Mingjing escape.

With this thought, Inspector Cao looked at An Jing, quite moved, and said, "Truly, a great teacher breeds an exceptional student; your teacher, Mingguang Dust, was also self-taught in Enlightenment. His Martial Meridian reached the summit of the Eighty-Eight Heavenly Pillar trials of Visible Empty Mountain, such a prodigy. I did not expect his disciple to be so extraordinary as well."

"I wonder what exactly you perceived from the Kanming Bell. If it resonates with the Divine Weapon, I might even take it upon myself to lend the Divine Weapon to you for a viewing!"

Here it comes! The final test has arrived!

Although the words appeared extremely intimate and even brought up the Divine Weapon as a reward, An Jing became more cautious—Inspector Cao still harbored some doubts about his identity, suspecting that Mingguang Dust was not his true master!

The Kanming Bell has a Yang attribute, and True Master Mysterious Mirror is a grandmaster of the Six Yang; if he couldn’t present something related to Enlightenment involving the Yang attribute, he would definitely be suspected!

As for not showing anything? How could that be! If An Jing had truly achieved Enlightenment by observing the Kanming Bell, he would definitely have something related to it!

As long as he could present it, he could then observe the Divine Weapon. Such an opportunity, who would reject?

If An Jing refused, Inspector Cao would have ample reason to suspect whether Jing Xuan was really a disciple of Mingguang Dust.

In Da Chen’s territory, Inspector Cao didn’t need to show any respect to True Master Mysterious Mirror; if he turned against him, he’d detain him right away, and An Jing didn’t believe True Master Mysterious Mirror would intervene on his behalf!

— Luckily, he had been prepared.

His mind raced like lightning, but An Jing smiled on the surface, even looking forward eagerly, "Then I shall humbly present it."

His prepared excuses, though a bit far-fetched... should at least get him through!

With that, An Jing raised his hand.

Pure, fiery Metallic Essence of Gengjin emerged from An Jing’s palm; this metal, forged by fire and crafted by man, radiated intense heat. And this white gold essence of Qi slowly gathered into form under his will.

It formed a small, vortex-like, pale gold bronze bell!

The bell, resembling the sun, rang with a sharpness that pierced the eardrums.

On the body of the bell, fiery patterns of Golden Sun spread continuously, with even strands of Taibai’s essence emerging, causing Mingguang Dust, who had been clenching his fists in the shadows ready to intervene, and Inspector Cao, who was merely testing him, to show stunned expressions.

"Divine Skill?"