Blade of Conquest: The Awakening
Chapter 768

Demon Suppression Division Poaches Talent

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The moment Lin Shuguang appeared, everyone hurriedly made way for him. The long-haired middle-aged man wore a martial arts robe. As soon as he saw Lin Shuguang, his eyes lit up. "Lin Shuguang, Director Lin, right? I've finally been waiting for you. I really mean no harm. I just want to have a match with you."

A faint smile hung on Lin Shuguang's face. To an unfamiliar observer, that smile made him look like an exceptionally considerate, warm-hearted man. But to Bai Heng, an old acquaintance who had followed him for a long time, it meant only one thing: Lu Tao was finished!

Lu Tao remained oblivious. He grinned foolishly and bared his teeth as well. "Director Lin, I'm just a martial arts fanatic. As it happens, I practice with a saber too, so... heh heh."

Lin Shuguang looked at him and chuckled. "Come with me. I'll take you somewhere quiet."

The soldiers nearby immediately stepped aside.

Lu Tao cupped his hands and smiled at the people on both sides. "Sorry for the trouble, sorry for the trouble."

Bai Heng was left speechless by his shameless expression. Did this guy grow up eating gutter oil?

"What part of the country are you from?" Lin Shuguang asked casually as he walked ahead, as if making small talk.

Lu Tao smiled. "Director Lin, listen to my accent and guess where I'm from."

Lin Shuguang glanced at him, as if amused... though his smile did not reach his eyes.

Bai Heng kept his gaze straight ahead, watching the path beneath his feet. This guy really knows how to talk. I wonder if Director Lin will chop him to death in a moment.

"How did you hear about me?" Lin Shuguang asked casually again.

Lu Tao grinned foolishly. "Director Lin's great name has struck

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