The Blade-Wielding Legend
Chapter 89 - 88 Grassroots and Court

Chapter 89: Chapter 88 Grassroots and Court

At noon at Chaotic Burial Mound, the scene was strikingly different.

The gloom covering the whole mountain had been driven away, and the sunlight shone through the dense leaves, casting beams of light that gave a sense of serene elegance.

Of course, that was provided one could ignore the densely packed wild graves and dry bones along the path.

There were over thirty people climbing the mountain.

The Captain Bureau left some troops at the bottom of the mountain for support, led by Chang Xuan personally, including himself as Hundred Households and Guan Wanche, with five flag-bearers, all skilled in Hidden Energy.

His subordinates, over a dozen, were also at the peak of bright energy.

These elite from the Captain Bureau were clearly familiar with fighting in the mountains, not only releasing hawks to soar in the sky but also leading two Tibetan mastiffs.

As for Xianyang Law Enforcement Hall, due to many being poisoned and needing to leave guards at the magic platform, only Luo Mingzi brought five people.

Although their numbers were few, over a dozen skilled in Hidden Energy were sufficient to handle most situations.

"Bark bark!"

The Tibetan mastiffs were fierce and quickly tracked down the location.

The hawks circling above also signaled the direction of the intruders.

At that moment, one of the Daoists’ ears twitched, and he warned, "Be careful, there’s an ambush ahead."

Drip~

Before he finished speaking, a strange flute sound came from the dense forest.

The Captain Bureau’s Tibetan mastiffs also suddenly stopped, barking madly all around.

Suddenly, from the ditch below, among the dense trees, shadows surged from all directions—wild dogs that fed on the corpses at Chaotic Burial Mound, each with eyes flashing viciously and teeth bared fiercely.

Li Yan had long noticed the smell of blood but couldn’t be bothered to speak.

With so many experts around, there was no need for him.

Indeed, Luo Mingzi’s expression didn’t change as he quickly took off the Token from his waist.

This item was the "Supreme Bamboo Command Talisman" he had used last time he climbed the mountain, performing the hand seal and chanting the Secret Blessing, "Advance in formation, warriors in battle!"

However, unlike last time, the spell’s intonation had changed.

Li Yan, watching from the side, felt envious.

He and Wang Daoxuan had discussed it and knew that this was the "Baopu Mountain Climbing Skill," not unique to the Taixuan Orthodox Sect but rather widely known in the Mystical Sect.

Wang Daoxuan’s branch also has it, but there were two conditions for using this magic: building a two-story tower and forging the expensive "Supreme Bamboo Command Talisman."

Neither of them was eligible to learn it.

Although demanding, this Magic Method was extremely convenient; by changing the incantations of the Secret Blessing, one could become invisible, avoid Ghost Gods, and restrict fierce beasts in the mountains.

Sure enough, as Luo Mingzi chanted, the Astral Bane Energy flowed, gathering a tiger-like aura around him.

Whoo whoo~

The wild dogs were immediately startled, cowering on the ground, with some even peeing out of fear.

Of course, the Three Talents Demon Suppression Coin could also achieve this, but not over such a large range.

Meanwhile, the Daoist who had warned earlier now took off his great bow from his back, closed his eyes, his ears twitching. He drew the bowstring and aimed an arrow skyward to the right.

Swoosh!

The bowstring vibrated, and the arrow flew into the dense forest.

Immediately after, a scream was heard, and the flute sound ceased.

The surrounding wild dogs fled in disarray.

"Go check it out!"

The cooperation between the Captain Bureau and the Taixuan Orthodox Sect was obvious; not their first time, Chang Xuan was not surprised and calmly issued the order.

Immediately afterward, two Colonels rushed into the dense forest.

Before long, they returned, saluting, "Sir, it was a person from the Beggar Gang, already dead from an arrow."

Upon hearing this, Chang Xuan said gravely, "The Beggar Gang is familiar with the terrain and skilled in using snakes and driving dogs. Their magic is tricky. We should be cautious not to stumble."

The encounter with the wild dogs was merely a minor interruption. With many skilled trackers in the team, they soon found an old grave.

Under a big tree, there was a dark hole, utterly dark and emitting Yin Qi.

"Down!"

"Wait!"

Chang Xuan was just about to order his men to scout ahead, but Luo Mingzi stopped him, shaking his head gravely, "There’s a trap inside, don’t rush."

As he spoke, he looked towards another Daoist.

This Daoist had gray hair and beard, obviously not young. He took out a Yellow Talisman from his chest, forming a hand seal with his left and flicking it sharply with his right.

The Yellow Talisman ignited without wind as it entered the cave. Though the flame promptly extinguished, Gang Qi overflowed as if a giant stone had been thrown into a pool.

Huff!

A gust of Yin wind suddenly blew out from the hole.

Several poisonous snakes darted out in panic, and a faint sound of mournful crying could be heard.

Clang!

Three Captain Bureau Colonels drew their swords, and the sword flashes shimmered. The snakes approaching the group were all chopped into pieces.

Luo Mingzi glanced at the sky, shaking his head, "These people are indeed clever. On the double ninth day, all the Wandering Ghosts at Chaotic Burial Mound hide underground, becoming their protective shield."

Li Yan frowned, "There’s no sunlight underground, and the Yin Evil Qi is thick. Can we summon troops for a search?"

That would be the least effort-consuming method; regardless of how complex the underground caves were, once the magic platform’s troops were deployed, all the people could be caught in no time.

Luo Mingzi shook his head, "They have also calculated this. Right now, they are appealing to the Mountain God, whose body is a Heavenly Spirit Earth Treasure. Before attaining a divine position, if startled, all its fortune will dissipate."

As he spoke, he turned to Chang Xuan, "Chang Baihu, the cave has turned into a den of spirits. Even though there are only Wandering Ghosts, it’s best if you don’t go in."

"The cave is narrow, too many people would actually hinder movement. You can just find another entrance and block it to prevent escapes."

Chang Xuan hesitated, "Alright, we will wait outside and assist. Take care, gentlemen."

Luo Mingzi nodded, and with Li Yan and others, they entered the cave in succession, quickly disappearing into the darkness...

"Sir, it seems the Maitreya Sect didn’t come."

As soon as they left, Guan Wanche suddenly spoke.

Chang Xuan’s eyes filled with regret, shaking his head, "A Heavenly Spirit Earth Treasure that can act as a healing holy item; if not by the order of the Taixuan Orthodox Sect, even I would be tempted."