The Blade-Wielding Legend
Chapter 300 - 195: A Case within a Case_3

Chapter 300: Chapter 195: A Case within a Case_3

Originally, I intended to utilize the court’s power to force that demon out. As long as we met face-to-face, the Yin God would be summoned to capture it.

Unexpectedly, it also led to the troublesome issue of the new gunpowder.

"Right, there’s another matter."

At this moment, Lv San suddenly spoke again, with some hesitation: "I just heard that the soldiers of the garrison have captured quite a few foxes. I went to have a look, and they’re constantly wailing, saying that someone has harmed their mountain’s ancestor."

"If we release those foxes, perhaps I could communicate with them and help find that person."

"Oh?"

Li Yan became interested, "These foxes can be so obedient?"

He had no doubts about Lv San’s words. The first time they met, he had seen a group of foxes surrounding Lv San.

He was merely curious; Lv San’s words clearly implied that he could have the foxes act as secret agents in the mountains.

Lv San nodded: "Foxes are naturally full of spirituality. They thrive in the mountains, not only familiar with the forests but also capable of communicating with other spiritual beings and even Yin Ghosts."

"It was a fox that alerted me to the struggle between the Maitreya Sect and the Captain Bureau, and they also helped me steal back the Bone Flower."

"That sounds good!"

Li Yan smiled and said, "It’s not bad to cultivate a good relationship with these creatures, as long as they don’t violate any taboos."

"However, there’s no need to rush this matter. The government’s people will need to take good care of these foxes if they are to rely on them to find the Demon Monk. Also, if I am not mistaken, it won’t be long before someone comes knocking..."

Li Yan thought the Captain Bureau would be the first to come looking.

After all, this matter involved new gunpowder; although County Magistrate Guo may not recognize it, once it’s reported, it would certainly catch the attention of the Captain Bureau.

But unexpectedly, the first to come calling was someone else.

...

Thud thud thud!

Less than an hour after returning to the inn, there was a knock at the door.

Li Yan frowned slightly, why is it him?

Sha Lifei hurriedly stepped forward to pull the door open, only to see a middle-aged man in blue standing outside, with a lean face, sallow skin, and a straight posture, followed by two men.

It was Han Kun, the gang leader of the Cao Gang from Xianyang.

"Han elder, I trust you’ve been well."

Although puzzled, Li Yan got up and greeted him with a smile and a bow.

He had dealt with Han Kun before; it was through him that he found Lv San at Manchuan Pass.

Han Kun was also smiling, shaking his head in admiration: "Young Brother Li, you’ve truly opened my eyes. I had felt early on that you were no ordinary man, but I never expected that you would gain such a formidable reputation in such a short time."

The Fire Bear Gang leader Xiong Baodong had a thunderous reputation throughout Guanzhong, someone who single-handedly contended with the Five Elements. Even the Cao Gang in Chang’an did not want to provoke him too much, which speaks volumes of his ferocity.

Yet, Li Yan had killed him outright.

When Han Kun heard this news, he could hardly believe it.

Just half a year ago, this Li Yan was fighting the Zhou Family youngsters in a life-or-death struggle; yet now he could slay a high-ranking expert from the Transformation Realm, likely using spells...

Of course, he didn’t say this outright.

After exchanging pleasantries, Li Yan directly cut to the chase: "Han elder, let’s not beat around the bush. May I ask what brings you here on this occasion?"

"I have stepped down as the gang leader of the Xianyang Cao Gang." Han Kun smiled, "I am about to head to Yunyang Prefecture to assume the position of elder within the gang."

"Congratulations elder." Li Yan quickly congratulated with a bow.

Although being a leader in a local branch was akin to being an emperor of the soil, the position was relatively modest. Now that he was about to become an elder at the main hub, his power would significantly increase.

"It’s something that couldn’t be helped."

Han Kun shook his head with a smile, then his expression turned solemn, "I came to ask about something. Does Brother Li know who’s behind the Hu Family case?"

Li Yan was taken aback: "Han elder, why are you interested in this matter?"

Han Kun glanced around, then gave a helpless smile: "To tell you the truth, the deceased Hundred Households Qin, was my most prominent disciple!"