Chapter 134 A Gathering of Enemies (Third Update)
The two were arguing when someone nearby spoke up—also a Knight— "Is this what we want to hear?"
The man, with a gloating expression, asked, "What's written on the package?"
Among the Knight of Tianwu, someone objected, "Get out of here, what does this have to do with your Liang Academy?"
The Great Liang Martial Academy is the only high-ranking Martial Academy in the Liang that can stand on equal footing with the Tianjing Martial Academy.
"Our two Martial Academy should unite, not fight amongst ourselves," the Knight from the Liang Academy said with his usual grin. "I just want to hear some gossip!"
The relationship between the two high-ranking Martial Academy is one of competition on small matters and cooperation on major ones; he was happy to watch this little thing turn into a joke.
The Tianwu student ignored the incidents, his face ashen, and spoke each word clearly, "I said, it's a personal grudge!"
He emphasized again, "It is a fact that you have disrupted the order of the Weird Domain, which could have serious consequences!"
"I don't want to waste my breath on you," Luo Xi said impatiently, waving her hand.
"Even your head instructor didn't complain, so who gave you the right to speak up? Do you disagree with Saixi?"
" Saixi?" a voice rang out from afar, "He's here too?"
The voice was steady and deep, carrying an aura of authority, clearly belonging to Great Knight.
Saixi is known as the greatest Great Knight in Tianwu, and his fame resounds throughout the entire Liang.
His fame far surpasses that of Instructor Xia'erzi of the Marquis Tanyong's Residence by an order of magnitude.
"They didn't come," someone else chimed in; it was a soldier maintaining order in the military camp.
They also enjoy joining in the fun, and they're the ones who have the most say in who comes and who doesn't.
"What are you all dawdling about?" some Knight complained, starting to stir up trouble. "If anyone's unhappy, just attack!"
"No rush, no rush. I just want to know what's written on that package?"
"I won't lift a finger in the barracks," the Tianwu student declared proudly, unmoved by the noise from the outside world.
He stared at Luo Xi and slowly spoke, "Since you think you're right, dare you tell me who the others are?"
At that moment, Wu Youren, Namuzha, and Manna, having heard the commotion, had already gathered around.
Hearing this, Manna couldn't stand it anymore. "Red Pine Manna, I'm here! I've got my bag with me!"
At this point, she couldn't back down. Tianjing was Martial Academy, but wasn't Red Pine one too?
The two are not that different. "You want me to demonstrate?"
The student from Tianwu sneered, then slowly nodded, "Oh, Red Pine —am I ranked in the top three among the mid-level Martial Academy?"
Manna's expression changed upon hearing this; this was something Red Pine held a grudge against.
Red Pine considers himself to be ranked third, but other mid-level Martial Academy don't see it that way.
The prevailing view is that they are aiming for fourth place and hoping for third, but some Martial Academy believe they are aiming for fifth place and hoping for fourth!
Before she could speak up in rebuttal, Wu Youren coughed lightly. "Big sister, if you always follow the topics set by others, you've already lost."
"I'm also from Red Pine. If I may ask, what's your opinion on the fact that Marquis Pojun never attended Martial Academy?"
Marquis Pojun was known as the first marquis in the history of Liang. He died on a distant expedition a hundred years ago, and after his death, the territory of Liang shrank dramatically.
As is well known, when he was young, his family arranged for him to study at the Tianjing Martial Academy, but the Tianwu thought he was unruly and refused.
" Marquis Pojun Jun—" This man's expression changed; this was truly the last Tianwu wanted to mention. "His family background—"
"That's pointless," Wu Youren said seriously. "If you want to talk about the Martial Academy, I'll talk about the Martial Academy, but then you bring up family."
The student was clearly bewildered.
Fortunately, he had many companions by his side. A short, stocky middle-aged Knight spoke up, "You're the one who—well, the one who's not short of money—in the Weird Domain, he gave warnings of two outside attacks and also knows who threw the first Weird-Exterminating Grenade —the one during the day."
"Not short of money—me?" Wu Youren looked bewildered. How come I didn't know I wasn't short of money?
"Can we get to the point?" Namuzha spoke up, "Tell me, what is your ultimate goal?"
He borrowed this idea from the hostage in the Jin, but he didn't think much of it at the time. Now he's following suit.
No matter what you do, you always have to have a reason for it, right?
The student was even more confused. He just wanted to vent his anger; what other purpose could he have?
The enemy caused them a lot of trouble in the Weird Domain, and they even lost a lot of valuable supplies.
Those supplies didn't just belong to Tianwu; everyone who participated in the adventure would get a share, so it was essentially a financial loss for everyone!
The head instructor in charge decided to leave it at that, but who wouldn't feel uneasy about it?
When he discovered that the other party hadn't died from their traps and was still alive and kicking, how could he tolerate that?
He stiffened his neck. "The formalities are over, but personal grudges—I'm telling you, this isn't over!"
Then he gave a cold laugh, "Hmph, Little Hong, trying to stand up for itself?"
Since a peaceful resolution is impossible, he'll definitely have to strike at the other party's sore spots.
However, in the end, he is still young, and the topics he is focusing on are rather childish.
Not to mention, some people have already offered counterarguments!
"Where can you compare to the might of Tianwu Zhi?" The Namuzha sneer went. It wasn't that he wanted to provoke conflict, but the other party kept mentioning Red Pine, how could he tolerate that? "You're not even worthy of the Marquis Pojun!"
"Enough!" The Great Knight of Tianwu, who was in the distance, could no longer tolerate it. Was this trivial matter never going to end?
"They've already asked what your ultimate goal is, so why don't you just say it directly?"
"I demand compensation!" the trainee shouted, his neck stiffening as the head instructor spoke up. "It's a strange object!"
Wu Youren couldn't help but shake his head: The people of Great Liang really don't understand subtlety!
"How dare you!" Namuzha roared. "Back then, the seven of you fled in disarray. Are you each going to pay one yuan in compensation?"
He really didn't want to point out "fleeing in disarray," after all, the other side was from a high-ranking Martial Academy.
But everyone has a temper, and he's young after all!
"Little guy, watch your step!" Tianwu's Great Knight protested, having also learned of the matter.
Among those who "fled in disarray" were their own Great Knight colleagues.
He asked expressionlessly, "Do you know that loose lips sink ships?"
"Say less," Luo Xi stopped the Namuzha, speaking with a half-smile, "Compensate for the ghost? Why should we compensate for the ghost?"
"You're extorting me—" the student replied without hesitation.
"Go away!" The Great Knight of Tianwu could no longer tolerate it and directly interrupted his student.
You don't mind spoiling the fun, but I feel embarrassed.
He completely ignored everyone else and focused on Wu Youren, saying, "It's a pity you're in Red Pine!"
This must be the Ability User Apprentice, the one who's been through so much trouble. It's probably because of this person's abilities.
He didn't sense the other person, but the fact that a mere Knight Apprentice could appear in this situation was enough to say something.
"Huh?" Wu Youren raised an eyebrow, looking at the other person blankly: You mean me?
"We're under Chief Instructor Hong Yan's command," Manna had to speak up. "If you're interested, you can discuss it with my master."
" Hong Yan ----" Upon hearing this, the Great Knight of Tianwu was taken aback, and the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.
In the mid-level Martial Academy, there aren't many Great Knight that he can be wary of, but Hong Yan can be considered one of them.
He had already planned how to use the situation to his advantage if the other party made excuses or refused.
But the thought of that crazy woman gave him a bit of a headache.
The little girl in front of me is actually Hong Yan's apprentice!
Immediately afterward, a Knight spoke up, " Hong Da and Instructor Xia'erzi are in the Weird Domain."
The people from the Marquis Tanyong's Residence may not necessarily intervene in this dispute, but since Hong Da intervened first, they can't just remain silent, can they?
The Great Knight of Tianwu remained silent, but inwardly he was cursing: Damn it, there's that taciturn guy too!
"I finally understand," a voice came from afar at that moment.
Three people walked over, the one in the lead being a Great Knight with a sinister face.
His face was extremely grim. "Aren't you supposed to be the New Army?"
He had mistakenly believed that the people from the Earl's Mansion 'Anping Trading had some unexplained problems in Suotu Town.
After leaving the Weird Domain, he took the initiative to find Commander Jeff of the New Army, and explained the situation.
The other party initially looked bewildered, then asked with a half-smile, "What does Earl Shengming think of the New Army?"
The man was so frightened that he turned around and took his leave. He was merely Earl Shengming's subordinate; how could he dare to drag his master into such a vortex?
After leaving, he became increasingly angry: Damn it, don't let me catch those liars!
After all these years of navigating the complexities of society, how could I possibly fall for such a despicable scam? How could I possibly tolerate this?
He overheard their conversation, and the more he listened, the more familiar it sounded.
The key point is that there's also a Knight Apprentice among this group, and this little guy was the most despicable one back in the Weird Domain!
Luo Xi paused for a moment, then realized who it was, and a wry smile appeared on his face: How come all my enemies have run into each other?
Unfortunately, Hong Da isn't here!
However, Manna didn't have as many reservations as him; she answered bluntly, "We're afraid you'll rob us!"
It's fortunate that she's a female martial artist; male martial artists would find it difficult to openly admit what they're afraid of.
Upon hearing this, the Great Knight's face grew even more grim. "I advise you to watch your words!"
Upon hearing this, many of the onlookers, including the martial artists, wore expressions that were neither quite a smile nor a frown.
"Are our concerns unfounded?" Manna retorted directly. "But you said that the weak deserve to be killed!"
However, this Great Knight also knew how to focus on the key point. "Who told you to start your fraudulent schemes?"
Weakness is the original sin; this is a consensus among the Liang, and he has no need to refute it.
However, he is, after all, Great Knight, and with so many onlookers, he should at least maintain a certain image and not appear too vulgar.
"Because we don't have Great Knight," Manna stated without refuting, "We're being watched by the Great Knight ' forces, and we're nervous!"
The sinister Great Knight laughed angrily, "Then why are you impersonating the New Army?"
This was what angered him the most; he had almost caused trouble for the Earl!
He wouldn't really care if a few juniors occasionally fooled him.
Earl Shengming has focused on commerce and trade in recent years and doesn't like to take risks. His subordinates have also followed this style in their work.
Thinking of this, he became furious again. "Where are the New Army men? Is nobody going to do anything about them?"
Chapter 135 (To be continued, fourth update)
Among the onlookers were warriors from the New Army, but only a few Knight, and no one responded to their words.
Great Knight Jeff is stationed at the military camp, and even the commander doesn't show up. What trouble have they gotten themselves into?
Meanwhile, two rows of houses away, Commander Jeff was polishing his greatsword.
A slight smile appeared on his lips. "Young man, you didn't want to join the New Army? Then experience the pressure."
He had no interest in responding to the Great Knight of the Earl Shengming's Residence's words.
Who do you think you are, to order the New Army around?
Manna remained silent at this moment, not wanting to mention the New Army.
Even though the Jin youth had previously jokingly said in the Weird Domain, when he impersonated the New Army, that he had been invited by the New Army.
The key point is that the Chief Instructor Hong ' attitude towards the New Army was one of respecting them from a distance, and she was definitely going to follow her master's example.
After asking this question, the sinister Great Knight was surprised to find that no one responded.
He blinked, a question lingering in his mind: What's the meaning behind this?
After thinking for a moment, he snorted coldly, "Fine, I won't bother with you juniors. I'll go find Hong Yan later!"
After saying that, he actually turned and left with his men!
His whole stunt was all bark and no bite, quite baffling.
However, a cold smile crept across the face of the Commander Jeff: "Old fox!"
Clearly, this guy realized something was amiss and promptly backed down.
It wasn't that he himself was afraid of trouble, but rather that the Earl's Mansion behind him didn't want to get involved in the vortex of the New Army.
At the same time, this person's reaction left Tianwu's head instructor somewhat puzzled.
Fortunately, he was speaking from a distance and didn't get too close. Seeing this, he turned around and left without even saying a word.
The student who caused the trouble wasn't one of his followers; the fact that he stepped forward to offer support was already fulfilling his duty.
The events that occurred in the Weird Domain were handled by his colleague, and he shouldn't have overstepped his bounds.
Upon seeing the two Great Knight leave, one of whom was one of their own, the Knight of Tianwu were all stunned.
What does this mean?
They just can't quite grasp this concept.
"Alright, Luo Xi, let's go," Luo Xi's friend said, trying to downplay the matter.
He hadn't spoken up before, but he hadn't left either, so he was still qualified to offer some advice.
So Red Pine and his group left directly, and the onlookers gradually dispersed.
The martial artists from Tianwu looked at each other, unsure of what to do.
Finally, someone sighed, "What you just said offended all the lower and middle-level Martial Academy."
"Then we'll have to offend them," the Knight student said, still somewhat indignant. "The future of Liang still depends on the High-Ranking Martial Academy!"
"You son of a bitch—" The speaker shook his head and turned to leave.
Even if you think that way, you shouldn't say it like that.
The next moment, the short, stocky foreign service Knight spoke in a low voice, "Let it go. The New Army's attitude is ambiguous. Let's leave it at that."
In the past, anyone who dared to impersonate a New Army would definitely suffer the consequences.
The New Army still has Great Knight in the camp, but none of them have shown themselves. What does this mean?
The Tianjing Martial Academy has indeed produced many outstanding martial artists; however, the Martial Academy is ultimately just a loose link.
They can band together on trivial matters, but they can't become a major force in Liang's political power.
Having been in charge of external affairs for many years, the short, stocky Knight was able to subconsciously sense the risks involved.
The Knight cadet's lips moved as if he wanted to say something, but in the end, he shook his head and left.
He may be young and impetuous, but how many people who get into top-tier Martial Academy aren't a bit dim-witted?
Compared to the bleak and somber atmosphere here, the area around Red Pine is much more lively.
Besides Luo Xi's friends and the people from the Marquis Tanyong's Residence, there were also a few martial artists following along, eager to hear some gossip.
They didn't even necessarily need to ask; for example, Luo Xi's friend did.
He looked excited. " Weird-Exterminating Grenade at night? What were you thinking?"
This is something every martial artist wants to know; this kind of operation is simply insane.
It's not that no one has thought about it before, and some may even have experienced it: a martial artist who gets angry is capable of anything.
However, the relevant process and reactions were not reported at all.
Luo Xi, of course, knew his limits and could only shake his head and sigh.
"Ugh, don't even mention it. Speaking of being invaded by Weird Qi, I was the first victim. They approached the camp back then—"
He only spoke what he could, mainly to highlight his own innocence—that he didn't want to monopolize the Weird Transformation creatures he discovered, but rather that there was a camp there!
Public opinion is actually quite absurd in Great Liang, but it's better to have it than nothing.
Just like Little Wu said, you should make as many friends as possible and as few enemies as possible.
Those listening were also happy, even though some of them had once bullied the weak. But who hasn't been weak at some point?
But after listening to everyone, someone finally spoke up, "What would be the consequences of Weird-Exterminating Grenade at night?"
"It's a long story," Luo Xi replied bluntly. "Believe me, you definitely don't want to go through that again!"
"Details, details!" More and more people were getting impatient. "Are they trying to get us to tip them?"
"Alright, everyone disperse," Namuzha spoke up. After all, he was Red Pine's official instructor and had more confidence than Luo Xi.
"If you want to know more details, try it for yourselves. Everyone has things they can't say."
The reasons were valid, but everyone was just too curious.
Since we can't get any information from Red Pine, we'll have to go to the Tianjing Martial Academy to find out.
The people of Tianwu value their reputation, but in this matter, they consider themselves the victims and don't feel much resentment.
There are quite a few high-level martial artists from Tianwu here, so it's not unreasonable for them to come and learn about this rare information, is it?
The student steeled himself and decided to recount the entire incident in detail.
He emphasized how dangerous the other party's actions were and how serious the consequences were.
He made no mention of the specific process by which the feud arose, or how it was resolved.
But that doesn't mean others can't see something amiss. Have the people of Red Pine gone mad, resorting to such an incomprehensible method to fight you to the death?
Moreover, what were those individuals relying on to openly engage in activities after returning to their military camp, without fear of being held accountable?
Most of the martial artists staying in the military camp were relatively idle, so they came to ask Luo Xi and the others for information.
Those who frequently follow gossip know that once you start, you're eager to get to the bottom of things, let alone something like this—it can broaden your horizons.
Namuzha and Manna were able to keep their mouths shut, and Luo Xi also maintained basic boundaries.
He simply stated that only three people on our side were tracking the other side, and the whole process was extremely difficult, but we persevered.
The implication is clear: three people chasing seven, and on the other side is Great Knight —how can they afford not to fight?
But most importantly, he said: all three of them escaped unscathed!
There were only four of them, so who were the other three? Can you guess?
His answer even made many martial artists secretly wonder: Is using Weird-Exterminating Grenade at night in the Weird Domain Realm not so dangerous?
We're all Knight, there's no reason why you can't be one of us!
However, when these words reached the Tianwu students, he firmly refuted them—it was truly extremely, extremely, extremely dangerous.
Even with the protection of the senior instructor, he was still accidentally attacked by the Weird Qi. The other party was just trying to downplay the seriousness of the situation!
The martial artist watching the drama couldn't help but mutter to himself: The problem is—the three of them came back alive and kicking!
At this point, the gossip has reached its most crucial point: how did the people at Red Pine manage to do this?
Frustratingly, neither side said anything!
Some people wanted to find out more about the young Knight Apprentice, but no one recognized him, and he was hiding inside the house and wouldn't come out!
Once Great Knight Jeff saw that the situation was under control, he stopped paying attention.
He had originally hoped that the people of Red Pine would come to him when they couldn't hold on any longer, but now it seemed that he probably wouldn't have to wait any longer.
However, there's no rush; he has plenty of patience.
Another day passed, and new gossip emerged, causing the hype surrounding the incident to die down. Then, three days later, Hong Yan and Xia'erzi returned in five cars, along with eleven Knight and three urns containing ashes.
Half of the Knight were injured; the burly man who led Hong Yan into the Weird Domain had a broken leg.
Aside from being a little listless, the Chief Instructor Hong seemed to be in good overall condition.
Wu Youren was surprised to find that the Marquis Tanyong's Residence, who was said to be extremely powerful in combat, was actually not very strong; in fact, he was rather thin.
His physique is somewhat different from that of the average person in Liang.
Xia'erzi looked unusually tired; he walked with a limp gait and seemed to have no strength, so he went straight inside to rest.
After Instructor Hong entered the room, things didn't improve much. In the blink of an eye, Manna came out and said, "Keep your voices down."
Hong Da didn't leave his room until the evening of the second day, having slept for a full day and night.
She didn't talk about what she had experienced; instead, she asked about the four people's gains.
After getting a general idea of the situation, she first ate a large meal before leisurely watching the video while sipping tea.
Another hour passed, and she began to leisurely examine the harvest while taking in the details.
Hearing that they had risked their lives by hunting near the Weird Qi at dawn, she glanced at the Jin youth, seemingly unintentionally.
Then she nodded slightly, without saying a word.
About half an hour later, she had basically understood everything, stood up, and walked towards another row of rooms.
It was quite late at night when Instructor Hong walked up to a house, raised his hand, and slammed the door shut, shattering it into pieces.
"Damn it—" the person inside snapped, "Are you fucking crazy?"
The Instructor Hong's face remained expressionless. He raised his hand and beckoned with his finger, "Come on, to the outside of the barracks!"
"Can't we just get to the point?" The person inside came out; it was none other than the Great Knight of the Earl Shengming's Residence.
His face was already gloomy, but now it was so dark it seemed to drip water.
People from the Earl's mansion poured out of the rooms on either side of him.
"I heard you don't like to reason," Hong Yan said with a terrifying calmness, "Then I'll beat you up first, and then we'll talk!"
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