Chaotic World Book
Chapter 97 - 95: Those Who Are Fickle and Unfaithful Deserve to Die

Chapter 97: Chapter 95: Those Who Are Fickle and Unfaithful Deserve to Die

Tang Wanzhuang looked at Zhao Changhe’s cautious smile and thought to herself, how could this man, who always acts so untamed and lawless, show such a flattering attitude?

Because of Xia Chichi?

If he really fell in love with a demoness from the Demon Sect, it would be somewhat troublesome... but anyway, at the beginning of their collaboration, they definitely should not do anything that might alienate him. Other considerations could wait.

She had no intention of stirring up trouble and slowly started on the main topic, "The Four Symbols Sect must have come for the sword in Ancient Sword Lake undoubtedly. The Four Symbols Sect had held many ceremonies here before, and I suspect they have indeed found some ways and might genuinely be able to summon the Ancient Sword... they might even have summed up some of the sword’s behaviors."

Zhao Changhe poured her a cup of tea, "And then?"

Tang Wanzhuang found his demeanor somewhat amusing, and leisurely said, "The Imperial court does not claim this sword for a reason. The previous epoch collapsed, causing chaos in the universe and forming numerous spatial rifts, or Dimension Fragments, scattered in different areas. Through these rifts, one might see a scene from the past, floating alone in the void; or it could be just violent currents, utterly uninhabitable."

Zhao Changhe seemed to understand clearly, "So, the bottom of Ancient Sword Lake is actually a passage to a Dimension Fragment, and it could be said that it does not exist in this world anymore, no wonder it’s been undiscoverable for so many years."

"Correct," Tang Wanzhuang was satisfied with his erudition. Otherwise, it would not be easy to explain what Dimension Fragments were to an ordinary person, "If we say all under heaven belongs to the Emperor, does this otherworldly space count? His Majesty thinks we need not force it, but to leave it to those destined. These places often hold ancient secrets and are also opportunities for people, one should not block the path for those aspiring to heaven."

Zhao Changhe was startled, "Is this really an Emperor’s thought? This should not be the case... Shouldn’t he be monopolizing resources..."

Tang Wanzhuang gave him a glance, not saying much.

This really should not be an Emperor’s way of thinking. She admired His Majesty’s magnanimity, but it might not necessarily be a good thing. In today’s world full of chaos, Xia Longyuan might still bear some responsibility.

She was not suited to discuss His Majesty, just saying, "In any case, this is His Majesty’s goodwill towards his subjects, undoubtedly sincere. Although dangers certainly exist, within danger, there inevitably arise heroes—Yue Hongling, for example, she now relies not merely on the mediocre inheritance of Luoxia Manor."

Zhao Changhe nodded, "Understood. Please continue."

"The case of Ancient Sword Lake is similar, we all know it contains an otherworldly space, truly hiding a Divine Sword. The Imperial court has not actively pursued it, which does not mean we have not explored. If anyone thinks we haven’t because we can’t, they are mistaken. We know how to retrieve it, but feel it’s problematic and have not proceeded."

"So where does the problem lie?"

"It truly was a pair of lovers’ sword from ancient times. Before the collapse of the epoch, the male may have been unfaithful, and the woman died of a broken heart here, just when the epoch collapsed. The enchanted sword, possessing spirit, exerted all its power to protect its master’s corpse, sealing the dimension and hiding at the lake’s bottom. At that time, day turned to summer, possibly matching the man’s cultivation, and using some Spirit Communication methods during this time might make the sword appear."

Zhao Changhe understood, "So its purpose for appearing, at its core, is thinking that the unfaithful man has come, to kill him on behalf of its master, so it would be very fierce, killing anyone it sees?"

"Not necessarily so severe, as you now have Dragon Sparrow, you should know that a Sword Spirit does not truly possess a self-thinking life, but rather a kind of intent. Filled with the master’s intense hatred for the unfaithful man at her demise, if it does not sense such traitorous and fickle qi, it might do nothing. But if it does detect it, it will undoubtedly kill, including the betrayer, applying similar judgment," Tang Wanzhuang sighed, "However, how many in the world can confidently say they can prevent it from activating its killing intent... Thus, whenever it appears, someone has to die."

Zhao Changhe sat neatly with folded hands.

He felt like he might get chopped into mush if he went.

The dead demoness, Xia Chichi, who hardly spoke truth, might also be in danger...

Tang Wanzhuang said, "Four Symbols Sect is quite formidable and might have also figured out these clues, but since they operate in the shadows, they likely couldn’t investigate as thoroughly as we have, and it is very possible that they only understand what happens but not why. So, if they give up, fine; but if they still intend to implement their plan, what do you think they would do?"

Zhao Changhe thought for a moment, "They might overestimate their martial power, thinking once someone endures the sword’s killing intent to stabilize it, it could be controlled, so they might find a virtuous man to help fetch the sword, then steal it."

"Exactly, I had the same guess, typical of the Demon Sect’s operations... but that would be disastrous," Tang Wanzhuang said, "Assuming the Divine Sword consents to be wielded by a virtuous man, that’s akin to acknowledging a new master. If the new master is killed in less than a moment, ask Dragon Sparrow what it thinks."

Dragon Sparrow: "..."

Zhao Changhe sweat profusely.

With Dragon Sparrow’s immaturity and arrogance, if it could move on its own, it would definitely go mad and slash everyone present. The opposition’s hate-filled fierce sword already judged everyone surrounding it as heartless and treacherous, and now to see a good new master killed would absolutely drive it insane!

Tang Wanzhuang said, "We couldn’t ascertain how many experts Four Symbols Sect has brought, as they’ve hidden quite deeply. However, for acquiring a sword not related to the Four Symbols Sect’s beliefs, it would merely be a typical treasure-hunting act. They are unlikely to deploy powerhouses from the Earth List, at most those from the Human List, who might indeed not be able to restrain a frenzied sword..."

"Yes," Zhao Changhe nodded. "After all, a sword is not human. It cannot feel pain, fears no injury, and is both agile and sharp—it’s very hard to control. We still do not understand fully the wonders of an ancient sword, and if it truly possesses a spirit as abundant as that of the Dragon Sparrow, capable of flying around and killing people on its own, that would be extremely troubling."

Tang Wanzhuang nodded. "That’s right, and given the ancient powers, there’s a high likelihood that the sword will kill on its own. Once it escapes the control of the Four Symbols Sect and begins to wreak havoc, Sword Lake City could potentially be massacred. We cannot allow this and must stop it. That is the detail of your mission."

Zhao Changhe asked, "Where are the members of the Four Symbols Sect? Does the Demon Suppression Department have any leads? Perhaps I could directly speak to Chichi."

"They are cautious. Upon discovering that the Demon Suppression Department has strengthened, they have already relocated, and we have not found their new address in this short period. This is one reason why this task has been assigned to you; you might be able to communicate with Xia Chichi. If you can persuade her to abandon this mission, that would be best. But if she refuses to give it up, you absolutely cannot use that method."

Zhao Changhe, worried for Xia Chichi, had no heart to say more. He stood up and bowed: "Understood, I will handle this matter well. I will take my leave now."

Zhao Changhe left the bamboo building with a heavy heart. Tang Wanzhuang slowly moved to the railing, leaning on it as she watched his retreating figure stride away, a breeze brushing past, causing her to cough lightly a few times.

Eventually, a maid appeared from nowhere, draping a cloak over her: "Miss, since you took it upon yourself to come here, you could very well stand guard directly at Sword Lake, ensuring the Four Symbols Sect cannot act recklessly. Why entrust him with this task? He’s merely at the Mystical Gate Fourth Layer, no match for either the protector from the Four Symbols Sect or the ancient sword itself."

Tang Wanzhuang shook her head slightly: "I will secretly protect him and won’t let him come to harm. This mission serves simply as a reason for him to integrate into the Demon Suppression Department. Otherwise, why would I be so lenient with the Four Symbols Sect, and just hold back their actions?"

"Ah?" The maid was even more confused: "If he is not becoming the prince, what use is there for him to integrate into the Demon Suppression Department?"

"It’s an official identity he’s integrating into, not just the Demon Suppression Department. It also lets outsiders clearly understand my decision—that he is indeed the prince," Tang Wanzhuang started coughing lightly again, then after a while whispered, "When everyone treats him as the prince, he naturally becomes the prince. His own denial becomes meaningless."

The maid giggled: "Miss, isn’t this a bit like trapping him? You said you wouldn’t interfere with his identity, yet you can’t stop others, and all the while this was your intention..."

"If making him the emperor is also called trapping... cough, cough... then so be it," Tang Wanzhuang spread open her palm, looking at the traces of blood she had coughed up: "After all, I don’t have many years left."

When Zhao Changhe was meeting with Tang Wanzhuang in the bamboo building, Han Wubing had also met with people from the Four Symbols Sect elsewhere.

"Would Young Master Han like to acquire a fine sword?"

"That’s right. Do you have one?"

"I don’t, but there’s one in Ancient Sword Lake."

"That’s rumored to be false."

"No, it’s true. And we have a certain method to ensure it appears. Young Master Han might as well have a look. If it’s really there, you can take it—otherwise, you can leave."

"Whom do you need me to kill?" Han Wubing’s first reaction was that this was about hiring a hitman; otherwise, why would anyone give him a sword for free?

"Maitreya Sect’s Zhang Banfu. You should be familiar with him."

"Ah him..." Han Wubing pondered briefly: "That will be difficult. I need to see the sword first, right now?"

"Day of the Start of Summer."

"I have a prior engagement that day. Let’s choose another."

"If Young Master Han’s schedule involves a duel, it could be in the evening. Acquiring the sword can happen during the day. They don’t conflict."

Han Wubing thought it over and eventually, his desire for a good sword prevailed, and he nodded, "Fine, Start of Summer then. How do I find you?"

"Young Master, just come to the lakeside that day, you will know." The man spoke earnestly and slowly retreated out of sight.

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