Demon Sword Sect’s Undercover
Chapter 303 - 303 302 Dispatch to Linhai

303: Chapter 302: Dispatch to Linhai 303: Chapter 302: Dispatch to Linhai Two years after reaching the Tongxuan realm in the Upper Realm, Hou Niao returned to Jin City.

To others, he seemed to be a thriving and vigorously advancing new Tongxuan cultivator, just like every cultivator at this stage.

However, only he knew that his current state was far from a transformation, and he was somewhat far from his own expectations.

As always, he went directly to Mu Shuai Mansion, which was his main concern as it related to his future cultivation environment for many years to come; it wasn’t up to him to decide, but fortunately, the Capital Commandant’s office was involved, and he had shown goodwill towards the other two offices during his time in the Upper Realm, so no one would deliberately target him.

Before he had firmly established his position, no one wanted to trip up a Tongxuan cultivator who seemed to have a promising future.

This time, You Sunzhi did not appear.

Hou Niao directly received his reassignment orders at the Jiedu Mansion,

“Linhai?

A temporary assignment to Guiwo Sect?

What does this mean?”

The person in charge at Jiedu Mansion was an experienced Tongxuan senior named Shi.

He explained, “Junior Brother Hou, you have just entered the Upper Realm and might not be fully aware of our sect’s deployment across the continent.

Actually, such reassignments are quite normal.

Most new brothers eventually go through this.”

Hou Niao bowed, “I was about to ask for guidance.”

Brother Shi was a mild-mannered person, suited for handling personnel matters.

His temper couldn’t be too much like that of a sword cultivator; otherwise, there would be conflicts here every other day,

“Shan Country is our sect’s stronghold, but that does not mean all Quanzhen cultivators are in Shan Country; low-rank disciples, unfortunately, have no choice due to their limited abilities, and venturing out involves many risks, so we generally arrange for them to stay within the country, which is also a form of protection.

When one reaches the Tongtian Third Realm, it is the stage with the most opportunities for external assignments because it’s a very crucial period for cultivators.

It’s essential for them to travel, see and experience as part of their cultivation process.

Once they reach the Golden Core, it would be inconvenient to venture out, as cultivators of such realm would unsettle the local sects wherever they go.”

Hou Niao nodded, agreeing with the statement.

Too low a realm means seeking trouble when going out, and too high a realm invites suspicion; the Tongtian Third Realm was just right, providing enough capability to protect oneself without arousing too much fear from local forces.

“Guiwo Sect in Linhai is our ally, but that doesn’t mean Linhai is a place where we can do whatever we want, as this country is near the Lizhi Sea, which is not owned by Linhai but is a shared ocean by all southwestern countries.

The whole southwest, with its thirteen countries, has interests in Lizhi Sea, but it’s just that Guiwo Sect occupies a bit more than others.”

Hou Niao chuckled, “Guiwo Sect is quite generous, huh?”

Brother Shi laughed, “What good does it do to not be generous?

Its strength is limited, and the Sea Clan in Lizhi Sea is quite formidable, something Guiwo Sect alone cannot completely fend off.

Should anything major happen, wouldn’t all the southwestern countries have to act together?

Hence, sharing some island benefits is only natural; only with a shared stake can risks be jointly borne.

This is the rule everywhere in the Cultivation World.”

He turned and pointed to the library behind him, “Every year, our Quanzhen Sect sends Tongxuan cultivators abroad for training; it could be here or there.

With nearly a hundred countries in Jinxiu, heh, it’s indeed not enough to go around.

Once you go to Linhai, you will temporarily be under the command of Linhai Guiwo Sect, not just for our Quanzhen cultivators but for all cultivators going to Linhai for training, including those from Wu Sect, Anhe Daoist Sect, and Buddhist Sect, among others.

There has to be a coordinated plan, and actions can’t be arbitrary.

Generally, these assignments can only be handled by the host, who is familiar with the situation; with thousands of islands in the outer Lizhi Sea, an overall plan is necessary.”

Hou Niao nodded, “That makes sense.”

Brother Shi added carefully, “You take the Quanzhen Token and the reassignment orders and go to Mirage, the major city along Linhai’s seaside, which also serves as the main base for cultivators assigned to Lizhi Sea.

Find the Mirage Linhai Jiedu Mansion there and follow their arrangements.

We, along with the Guiwo Sect, are part of the Demon Sect Alliance and will not let our own people suffer.

Please be assured of that,”

“The specifics of your mission include several aspects: maintaining the security of the maritime area, protecting the interests of Quanzhen merchant ships, and demonstrating our sect’s presence…”

He cautioned softly, “Assignments during the Tongxuan period typically last seven years.

If there are no special arrangements from the sect after the term is up, you may apply to stay or leave on your own; however, during this period, you are forbidden from returning.

So, make thorough preparations before you go.

I estimate that once you are on an island, it will be quite inconvenient to leave.

Settle your personal affairs clearly, you have a month to handle your personal matters.”

Hou Niao thanked him once more.

Before he left, Brother Shi took him to the door and lowered his voice, “Some words are official for maintaining the overall situation, but there are some private words I still need to tell you; Guiwo Sect lacks strength and does not dare offend the strong southwestern countries, so once you are at sea, not only will you face threats from the Lizhi Sea Clan and fierce pirates, but also the intrigue among various countries.

Once someone reaches the sea, they all become utterly lawless.

Guiwo Sect won’t manage such private fights; it’s all up to you.

Being tough is the key to survival in Lizhi Sea, and you will understand what I mean once you get there.”

After leaving Mu Shuai Mansion, Hou Niao thought it over and went straight to the Capital Commandant’s office.

There was no need to hide certain matters, and his preference for the Capital Commandant’s office over the other two was no secret.

“Have you been a bit lazy these past two years?

Your cultivation level doesn’t seem very impressive.

Do you think you can just enjoy peaceful days?”

Li Chuping glanced at him, sharply spotting the issue; in his memory, this guy’s progress in cultivation was quite fast, but surprisingly, despite all the insights given to him, his cultivation level over the past two years was only average among cultivators of the same period, which wasn’t a good sign.

Hou Niao replied awkwardly, “I had some issues with the choice of cultivation techniques, but luckily, I’ve managed to resolve them recently.”

Li Chuping sighed.

As expected, such a confident and unconventional person would disregard any amount of insights given; he preferred to cultivate based on his own beliefs.

Li Chuping was indifferent to such choices.

If one decides on a path, they must face the consequences themselves.

“Your journey to Linhai, I think, suits you, as it’s chaotic and dangerous.

That’s why we usually send aggressive sword cultivators there, and over the years, only sixty or seventy percent come back intact, while the rest feed the fish and turtles.

The sect won’t provide you with any support, and neither will other forces.

Everyone depends on their own abilities; if you get hurt, you lick your wounds yourself.

If you can bully others, then just bully them.

I think you will like such a place.

But your cultivation level…”

Hou Niao replied without hesitation, “My cultivation is fine, and it won’t always be like this.”

Li Chuping nodded.

Whether one is a mule or a horse, they have to be brought out to see, and besides, even if this guy’s cultivation level isn’t up to snuff, it seems he can still kill?

“The murderous case in Poplar Forest early this year involved three Wu Sect Daoists as victims, was that your doing?”