Azure Heaven Saber
Chapter 202 - 202 154 Gentle deployment First update

Chapter 202: Chapter 154: Gentle deployment [First update] Chapter 202: Chapter 154: Gentle deployment [First update] Zhuang Weiran, true to his reputation as an old hand, instantly thought out the loophole in the Heavenly Judge rules, and thus formulated a corresponding strategy: “If that’s the case, I don’t have to wait outside for support. I can go in directly and choose a hidden place to watch.”

“If you succeed, I will break our way out. If you fail, I will still make a move.”

“It is best if I can escape by myself.”

“Hmm, after you’ve killed the target, I will assess the situation and decide whether to intervene and help you escape or not. Naturally, if you can escape on your own, that would be the best! But if you cannot kill the target and it’s certain the mission has failed, and it’s difficult for you to escape, I will take action and end it all!”

“Such a heartless creature, living an extra day is truly an injustice!”

“In this way, it’s totally risk-free.” Zhuang Weiran said.

“Hmm, indeed that would be the best.”

Feng Yin thought for a while, especially about the stipulations of the Heavenly Judge, he tried to figure it out for a long time, but then he discovered: well, that’s really a loophole, a beneficial setting that could be exploited!

Have to say, I am too honest…

With this round of operation, the risk factor of the so-called dangerous task has suddenly dropped by eighty percent!

Aside from having to be cautious not to be counter-killed by the target during the assassination process, other risks have plummeted drastically, almost negligible!

“Uncle Zhuang, the saying ‘Ginger is spicier when it’s old’ really suits you. I give you my respect!”

Feng Yin sincerely admired.

“‘Old but spicy’, my foot!” Zhuang Weiran sneered.

“Huh?”

“In the past, this kind of thing was not uncommon. Many disciples of famous schools did such things. They exploited the loopholes in the Heavenly Judge’s rules, trained their disciples in real combat, and improved their school’s reputation. They even infiltrated the Heavenly Judge. Maybe in the future, there is a chance to ascend to the high level of the Heavenly Judge… such a thing is very common.”

“The only difference between their set and mine is that they keep trying with different people until the target is killed, using the target as a reusable grindstone, while here, if you fail, I will take directly…”

“In other words, this is the least fresh pattern. It’s just that you, a youngster, are too naive and always honest, you never think out of the box, so you just didn’t foresee this.”

Zhuang Weiran sighed, “Kid Feng, it’s commendable for you to be straightforward, but in reality, you’re at a disadvantage. You have to realize that any rules, from the day they are made, give those who want to break or use the rules endless benefits… Regardless of how the rules are formulated, how perfect they are, and whether we comply or not, but thinking about how to circumvent, break or make use of them is what we must consider.”

“Feng Yin learned a lesson! Many thanks to Uncle Zhuang for the guidance, that’s worth gold.”

Feng Yin was sincerely convinced this time.

Because such old-school thinking is something he truly lacks.

Thinking that he has lived two lives, his vision is still narrow. Thinking back, there were many instances where he could use rules to avoid rules, but he just didn’t think that the iron rule of the Heavenly Judge, which has existed for thousands of years, would still be subject to this law!

“What do you plan to do?”

“I prepare… to do this…”

“Good!”

With Zhuang Weiran’s help, Feng Yin decided to take action immediately.

That very night.

Feng Yin set off in the moonlight.

As usual, he carried a long blade, carried a spiritual cat, and wore ink silk around his waist. Not far behind was Zhuang Weiran, who was temporarily Earth Level, and once Heavenly Level master. With full confidence, he went out to carry out the mission.

…

The Mo family mansion, or also called ‘Silver Lake Villa’.

This was where Mo Zhengdao, the Millionaire Mo, currently resides.

A distinguished guest had been visiting the Millionaire Mo for a while, and this guest had already been staying at his home for more than a month.

“Honorable elder, please, let me toast you one more time.”

Mo Zhengdao stood up straight, holding a cup of wine in his hand, his face full of distinct character filled with indescribable respect and awe.

In front of him was a young man, very youthful and handsome, shrouded in a commanding aura, even when he was silent, you could feel his arrogance.

He looked down at the middle-aged man in front of him calling him “Honorable Elder” as if he were looking at his own pet.

“There’s no need to be so polite, Zhengdao. I’ve been imposing on you for quite a while now, and you’re the one who’s been on the hard end. Sit down and talk.”

The young man didn’t budge from his seat as he spoke indifferently.

“How dare I, Honorable Elder is indeed the most distinguished guest. How can there be a place for descendants like me in front of you?”

Mo Zhengdao spoke very respectfully: “Besides, for all these years, the main sect has been taking care of us. Without their support, I’m afraid, I would have already been… ”

At this point, he sighed slightly: “Honorable Elder, please.”

The young man seemed quite pleased with Mo Zhengdao’s sense of propriety and nodded. “It’s hard for you to be so sensible. Alright, this cup of wine, I’ll drink it.”

Emptied the cup in one gulp.

Mo Zhengdao also drained his cup, then stepped back two paces, and respectfully sat at the lower end of the table; although he was in his own home, he only perched on half of his chair, displaying utmost humility.

He deeply understood that the young man before his eyes, was in no position to truly assist or benefit him, which was a preposterous notion; the fellow came here, bringing nothing but trouble and always sponging off him, with nothing else to discuss.

But if his own hospitality was even slightly lacking…

It would be too easy for this guy to slander him or trip him up when he goes back!

There’s no need to do much. A simple sentence would suffice to turn all the efforts of his generations into dust and smoke.

Hence, he must serve this man well.

To bow and scrape for a few days in exchange for long-term peace was all worth it, absolutely worth it!

On one side, the elderly man surnamed Zhou watched the youngster’s demeanor and shook his head imperceptibly, refraining from commenting.

As a disciple of Supreme Mountain, and one with an influential lineage to boot, throwing his weight around was usual and unobjectionable…

Being friendly and condescending might seem to be polar opposites, but essentially, it was nothing more than the upper tier’s attitude towards the lower tier. On detailed examination, the latter approach was even more frightening to the lower tier!

“The news has been sent back.”

The young man breathed easier: “Support from the sect should arrive in a day or two.”

“The road is too long. If the sect is to come, they must cross over Ten Thousand Beast Mountain and cross through the great marsh… It won’t be here in the next few days, at the very least, it’ll take five days.”

Old Zhou frowned and explained.

The young man seemed slightly dissatisfied, his lips pursing in displeasure.

“Master Mo, there are some things… you cannot randomly chat about with the sect.” Old Zhou had a few drinks, felt a bit emboldened, and rarely gave advice.

But this only made young Mo Xiaoyu even more displeased.

He knew what Old Zhou was referring to, but because of this, he felt even more unhappy.

He indifferently said, “Fei Xinyu humiliated me so, will this matter just be left unsettled? Where is the prestige of Supreme Mountain?”

Old Zhou sighed, “The dignity of Supreme Mountain naturally should not be slighted, but everything still needs to wait until you return to the sect. It won’t be too late to plan then.”

“Return to the sect?”

Mo Xiaoyu sneered, “After returning to the sect, how long would that be? By then, times have changed, where would I find a chance for revenge? How can those old fogeys let such a thing happen? They’ll only have me endure for a while, claiming that yielding will provide a vast sea and sky.”

“Master, knowing all this, why are you still so headstrong?”

Old Zhou patiently said, “You must know, the Heavenly Clothes and the Dark Guards are formidable powers in this world. Even us, Supreme Mountain, should not cause any foul play if it’s not necessary.”

“Moreover, that fellow surnamed Fei does not belong to an ordinary family.”

Seeing Mo Xiaoyu being persistent and showing intent to retaliate, sweat started forming on Old Zhou’s forehead.

Mo Xiaoyu spoke indifferently, “Our Supreme Mountain is one of the Three Mountains, above the mundane world. Every kingdom in this world should pay their respects! This Qin country… even if it was the prince or the crown prince of Qin country, should greet me, Mo Xiaoyu, with a smile… How could I let this Fei humiliate me here?”

“If I can’t regain my face, how could I, Mo Xiaoyu, walk in the Jianghu? How could I make a name for myself among the mountains and seas?”

“However if we truly make a move on Fei Xinyu, the consequences would be unimaginable.”

“The Fei family is just the Fei family of Qin country, whereas our Supreme Mountain is the Supreme Mountain for the entire continent. There surely are seven other countries besides Qin on this continent, the seven great empires.”

Mo Xiaoyu spoke indifferently, “So, would Qin country dare to offend us completely for a single Fei Xinyu? Aren’t they afraid that we’ll throw our support behind other countries and destroy Qin country?”

Old Zhou was left dumbfounded!

He really wanted to ask: Where does your confidence come from? What are you counting yourself as? Would Supreme Mountain really go to war with a country for your sake? Do you understand how severe the consequences would be?

The phrase ‘a ripple effect’ implies you are tightly interwoven with the main body, so inseparable that you are practically a single body. Do you have such status?

What’s more, for something minor like a single hair, the death of it wouldn’t hurt. Not to mention someone like you who is even less valuable than a single hair!

“Master, can we discuss this after we leave this place?”

Mo Xiaoyu harrumphed, deciding in his heart that he must get a different guard next time. Old Zhou was indeed powerful, but in handling matters, he was too rigid.

At that moment, several young girls dressed in white carried trays of dishes in. The aroma of delicious food wafted into the room with the scent of the girls.

Mo Zhengdao personally introduced the origins and specialties of each dish, and in a while, the intoxicating aroma of wine filled the room.

For a time, hosts and guests rejoiced, and wine cups crossed in the air.

Just as everyone was enjoying themselves…

Old Zhou suddenly furrowed his brows and looked outside with a solemn expression, “Hold on! Stop the singing and dancing!”

“What’s happened?”