Monarch Night

Zhao Wushang nodded vigorously on the side.

"That's right, we're barely managing to push the blame onto others, why would we say something like that."

"And it wasn't mentioned at the start either, only when they realized they couldn't kill us did they throw out this statement to divert attention. Their intentions are despicable!"

Zheng Yunqi was furious.

The Starlight Master frowned, his gaze vicious, and said, "Continue."

"Since it's confirmed that it's not someone from the headquarters who planned this, it must be a subordinate sect. The smaller gangs can't possibly do it; they don't have the capability. So, it must be one of the Four Sects of Southeast, excluding our Yixin Sect!"

"They actually know our true details."

Zheng Yunqi said, "Because... that night, so many branch leaders came together, which is enough to prove that they know about us here. Later, although we wiped them out, someone among them must have reported upward that this is a branch of the Yixin Sect. Or perhaps everyone has reported upward already. So, although we have an open identity in the Guardian Hall, among our own people, we are directly exposed."

"They clearly know that this is a branch of the Yixin Sect."

"So their purpose this time is not to ally with the Guardian Hall's Worldwide Escort Agency, but to annihilate our Yixin Sect branch!"

More people mean more power.

Zheng Yunqi and others quickly analyzed the situation.

Fang Che listened quietly from the side.

He nodded silently; first, it made sense. He thought so too; second, Zheng Yunqi was indeed talented. This mind is definitely nimble.

"Correct, I think the same as you. But even now, I haven't figured out which sect it is."

The Starlight Master's face was gloomy, and he said, "The headquarters can be excluded; what you said is all right, each of you has a good head on your shoulders. Because from the looks of you guys, if those who came were about the same as you, they shouldn't have the ability or the guts."

Everyone was speechless.

Is this a compliment or an insult?

"The three gangs and two associations below, even if they know we're a branch of the Yixin Sect, wouldn't dare make a move! Likewise, they don't have the guts and certainly not the capability!"

"So only the Four Sects, that's correct. The crucial issue now is... which of these four sects is making a move. The Heavenly God Sect's branch was wiped out the earliest, if they were to act, they should have come already, so it might not be the Heavenly God Sect. The Mingguang Sect and San Sheng Sect... disappeared without a trace... As for the Yemo Sect..."

The Starlight Master frowned, "But no matter how we say it, it's within these Four Sects. Who exactly is so bold?"

Zhou Meier said, "Then why don't they simply report us?"

Everyone's gaze sharpened.

"By normal reasoning, none of these sects should have any fools. Their branches being dismantled is certainly related to us; they can guess that we sold them out, so why not retaliate using the same methods?"

Zhou Meier was puzzled.

Zheng Yunqi smiled wryly, "Meier, you don't understand. Under the leadership of the branch master, we conduct our business completely legitimately, and we have a partnership with the Guardian Hall, not to mention having a legal identity. Even if they report us, what could happen?"

"How would the Guardian Hall investigate us now?"

Zheng Yunqi chuckled, "Unless they kill one of us to see if there's a break in the Heart Vein after the Five Spirits Gu disappears; but what if it's not the case? What if it's a ploy to sow discord?"

"The Guardian Hall currently recognizes us as models, would they just kill a model like that?"

"So, the method of reporting is no longer useful for us."

Zheng Yunqi smiled, "In this regard, you have to admire the branch master's foresight. He has completely blocked that path."

Fang Che said calmly, "Correct, reporting won't work. You can only grab a handle, but we completely abide by the law and have no illegal acts, how can they catch us?"

"Moreover, stepping back, even if reported, and the Guardian Hall suspects us, what then? Don't forget that we've been helping them catch Demon Sect demons, and also abide by the law, the escort agency is powerful, driving economic internal demand in Baiyun State... it has a significant role."

"So even if suspected, they won't act against us."

"It's not that they don't want to report, there's simply no chance of success."

"So they could only risk it and come to kill directly."

Fang Che put one hand on the Law Codes, speaking indifferently, "That's the use of this; in the future, if anyone comes to investigate, recite a section of the Law Codes to them on the spot! Hmph, not even the Guardian Hall members can fully recite the Codes."

"So this Law Code is our amulet!"

Fang Che hummed and said, "Of course, that's under the premise of abiding by the law. Since we are infiltrating, how could we do anything illegal? So following me, you'll sleep easy. As long as our sect doesn't come to kill you, you're safe."

Everyone looked at the Starlight Master with admiration.

High!

Extremely high.

Others plan three steps ahead; the Starlight Master has already seen through the entire chessboard.

The Starlight Master's eyes twinkled mischievously, and he said, "However, thinking from another perspective, although we suffered losses in this attack, for you, it's an unprecedented opportunity."

"An unprecedented opportunity?"

Zhao Wushang and others were stunned.

Where's the opportunity?

The Starlight Master guided them patiently, "Think about it, now the things you need to do are... the people who died earlier, although they died because you reported them, now there's a chance to shift the blame, understand?"

The group was confused.

Couldn't quite comprehend.

But Zheng Yunqi's eyes grew brighter and he clapped his hands, saying, "Right, since they dared to kill us tonight, then they will certainly dare to kill others!"

"Exactly."

The Starlight Master smiled slyly, "Those people who died, although they were collateral branches, they're still related by blood, right? Won't their families be upset?"

"What to do when upset? Naturally, they want revenge. Look for us? We are unwilling; besides, they have no evidence. Look for the Guardian Hall? They don't dare. Then who do they take revenge on?"

"Isn't it obvious now?"

The Starlight Master smirked evilly, pointing outward, "Did you see the people who came tonight? It was them! And not only did they do this, but they also killed nineteen of our people! Since they killed nineteen, do they care about killing a few more? Whose families do these nineteen belong to? Inform each family later. Just say it's done by a Third Level sect. Let their families decide for themselves!"

Everyone began contemplating. The more they thought, the more feasible it seemed.

The Starlight Master said, "If so many of your families don't even dare to move against a Third Level subordinate sect, you might as well all kill yourselves together."

The more he said, the brighter Zhao Wushang, Zheng Yunqi, and others' eyes became.

Fang Che looked at Zheng Yunqi and said, "You can write this letter, can't you?"

"I can!"

Zheng Yunqi's eyes shone brilliantly.

"Good, this will clear your suspicions, restore a clean status, shift the blame, build alliances, and deepen family impressions. You understand the weight of this letter."

Fang Che said calmly, "Write it well, Zhao Wushang, Zhou Meier, later on, consult with Yun Qi together."

"Yes."

Everyone's eyes sparkled.

Who doesn't want to go back to their family with honor?

Returning with suspicion and blame with glory feels different, doesn't it?

"Furthermore, all of you need to pay more attention to your martial cultivation."

After laying the groundwork for so long, Fang Che finally began his second wave of encouragement with a sense of urgency, saying, "You still followed me for a while, but you're all so weak, a single surprise attack killed nineteen of you..."

"If there's ten or eight more attacks, won't you all be dead? What about returning home with honor and pride then?"

Everyone bowed their heads in shame.

Fang Che said calmly, "You saw it too earlier, with my cultivation, even if you all died, I could still retreat comfortably. So, this isn't for myself. You should think, given your cultivation level, of what use it is?"

Everyone began pondering.

Yes, the branch master spoke correctly.

Moreover, even if they all perished, as long as the branch master is alive, the Worldwide Escort Agency remains.

Replacements can come anytime.

How many people are in the Yixin Sect?

Gathering a few heads and escort masters is a matter of a snap of the fingers, isn't it?

So, the branch master's words truly show painstaking care.

"In conclusion, today, my thoughts are these: First, our people can't die in vain. Second, swallowing this grievance is unacceptable to me. Third, using the situation to shift the blame, fourth, using the situation to clear ourselves. Note, shifting the blame and clearing ourselves cannot be confused. I'm talking about being cleared, both in upright and villainous ways!"

"And then there's the fifth, which is revenge!"

"We must strike back! That's my only demand! No matter how your families handle it, our Yixin Sect Baiyun State Branch won't swallow this grievance."

The Starlight Master's voice was vicious.

But at this moment, everyone found the words agreeable!

Because just now, the owner of this vicious voice saved their lives.

"Branch Master, when you mentioned improving our cultivation, did you have another intention?" Zheng Yunqi thought for a moment and asked.

"Naturally, there is an intention, which is to prepare for the next step."

Fang Che sighed lightly. The plan to re-engage starts, requiring skillful acting for long-term usability.

From now on, it's truly paving the way for the future.

So, Steward Fang took a moment to build up emotions.

His voice turned very deep.

He said, "But I don't even know if we can reach that stage in the future."

He gave a bitter smile and said, "After so long together, you know my background. I, Starlight, didn't participate in the Cultivating Gu to Become a God Plan, so I'm not part of my sect's orthodoxy. Hence, my future is uncertain."