"Well, before that incident happened, Heavenly Master Wu Zun and the prince even became friends. That Wei Yu was still young at the time and was recognized by the prince as his adopted daughter. She was often taken by the prince by his side in northern Xinjiang. Everyone
Even if you call her little princess, you can be said to be extremely pampered."
"Best friend? Then...why did the prince betray the Heavenly Master Martial Lord?"
Fang Ce was confused. If Xin Yu was really Wei Yu, he could imagine how much the events of that year had affected him. His mother was killed when he was young, his father became a demon and killed his adoptive father, and his father is still missing...
It’s no wonder that he is almost unwilling to reveal anything, but... what is the real reason why the beautiful boss is staying in the court now? He said before that he needs to find out some things about the past. Is there something hidden about what happened back then?
"I'm not very clear about this. Judging from the information revealed by the Huns, it seems that the Celestial Master's martial arts skills have threatened the prince's status."
Mr. Tianji shook his head lightly.
"The master is shocked by his great achievements?"
Fang Zhiji frowned. This reason sounded reasonable. After all, the title of Heavenly Master Martial Lord was a big deal. However, before the original situation was clear, such a reason may not be tenable.
"That being said, the problem is that the original Celestial Master Wu Zun cultivated a holy aura. Regardless of his character and mind, he was convincing enough. Nine times out of ten, he would be the next Holy Celestial Master.
The prince and the Heavenly Master Wu Zun were close friends, so the reason for worrying that his great achievements would shock his master was not entirely justified.
According to the information obtained by Tianji Pavilion, the prince was also a broad-minded person at that time, and he was the best choice regardless of his vision and courage.
Otherwise, how could he have been established as the crown prince when he had brothers like King Fu Zun?
Who is King Fu Zun? How can ordinary people compete with King Fu Zun without any special qualities?"
Mr. Tianji responded.
"Is this so...what about the current Holy Emperor and the former Crown Prince?"
Fang Ce asked hesitantly. Although he had basically guessed the relationship, he still wanted to confirm it.
"The current Holy Emperor is naturally the son of the original Crown Prince. Compared with the original Prince, the Holy Emperor is somewhat inferior."
"I see. Then what happened to Wei Yu back then? Where is he now?"
"This Wei Yu was picked up by Taoist Master Shengtian back then. As for his current whereabouts, it is not clear. After all, Taoist Master Shengtian has retired after the incident. Although he did not say much, he must have had some grudges with the court.
.
But no matter what, the prince has been killed by Heavenly Master Wu Zun, so the relationship between the imperial court and Shengtian Taoist Lord will be a little delicate after all."
Mr. Tianji responded.
Fang Ce couldn't help but remain silent. If it had been anyone else, and this kind of thing had happened, no matter whether it was right or wrong, killing the prince would definitely be a major crime against the Nine Clans. Only the Taoist Master Shengtian was so powerful that he could escape unscathed and still maintain his reputation...
"That's all I know. Does your distinguished guest have any questions?"
Master Tianji asked.
"Not anymore, let's just say goodbye."
Fang Ce stood up and clasped his fists.
"Dear guest, please."
Mr. Tianji smiled in return.
Fang Ce turned and left.
"Well... Xin Yu... Wei Yu... Fang Ce... Young Master Sheng Xie... Sheng Xie, Sheng Xie, you... will you be a saint or an evil in the end?"
Mr. Tianji took a deep breath, picked up the tea cup and drank it all in one gulp.
On the lake.
Fang Ce stood on the slowly moving boat, looking at the sparkling lake and moonlight in trance.
What he is curious about now is why Xin Yu stayed in the court to find out what happened in the past. After all, he was also in northern Xinjiang back then, and he often stayed with the prince. He must have known some secrets. Is there something hidden about what happened back then? Or is it because
Looking for traces of his father?
Soon after, I returned to my residence.
There was silence, and Fang Ce could vaguely sense that the two women were sleeping peacefully, so he felt relieved and closed his eyes to meditate.
Three days later, early morning.
Fang Ce and Xin Yu were eating breakfast quietly in the hall.
Nothing happened these days. The Holy One didn't come looking for her, and no one else disturbed her. The three of them were happy and at ease.
Fang Ce didn't say much about Xin Yu's life experience after he came back. After all, the beautiful boss clearly had no intention of telling him. He probably didn't want to mention or face things like this too much...
"Someone is watching us."
Liang Xue's voice sounded softly.
"Um……"
Fang Ce smiled and nodded. Early this morning, he sensed two auras sneaking around the yard to spy on him and the two women. They must be assassins from Netherworld Mountain.
"What? What do you mean?"
Liang Xue ate breakfast as if nothing had happened.
Xin Yu raised his head and glanced at Fang Ce, looking ordinary.
"Oh, I'll go for a walk in a minute. You two beauties don't need to pay attention to me."
Fang Ce responded casually.
"oh……"
Liang Xue nodded, knowing that Fang Ce planned to handle it himself.
The three of them continued to eat breakfast.
A few moments later.
"Okay, I'm full. You two beauties, I'll go out for a walk to see what's new and interesting in the capital. I can also bring some back to you two beauties."
Fang Ce stood up and left directly.
"Well, be careful when going out."
Xin Yu responded softly.
Come outside.
Even though Fang Ce sensed two prying breaths following him closely, they were indeed coming towards him.
Wandering around for a while as if nothing happened.
Gradually we came to a lively street.
"Um?"
Fang Ce's eyes were attracted by the small stall, and he couldn't help but walk over. He saw that the stall was full of dazzling displays, with many gold and silver jewelry on display.
"What does this little Taoist priest want?"
The stall owner immediately greeted me warmly.
"Let me see."
Fang Ce responded with a smile, picked up a gold hairpin and looked at it. He felt that the weight was quite large and the workmanship was very exquisite. However, he was sure that these were gilt. After all, if they were all real gold, it would not be possible for them to be used in this small business.
On the stall.
"how much is this?"
Fang Ce asked with a smile.
"Reply to the Taoist priest, this only costs two coins!"
The stall owner responded quickly.
"Okay, wrap it up for me, I have one more thing to choose."
Fang Ce smiled and nodded, and started choosing again.
"Little Taoist Priest, which girl is this for? It's quite unfamiliar. It's your first time in the capital, right?"
The stall owner asked with a smile.
"It's for my girl. I've just arrived in the capital not long ago. What's the matter? It's so lively and bustling with people coming and going. There are so many people here. Boss, can you still remember them all?"
Fang Ce chatted casually.
"Of course, my memory is very good when I am young. I have set up a stall here for decades. I can remember the people who pass by just by looking at them. It is clear at a glance whether they are frequent visitors to the capital."
"Ha, the boss is really good at it. That's it."
Fang Ce smiled and picked up an exquisite crested hairpin.
"The Taoist Master is very fond of his wife. He will buy two pieces of jewelry at once. Come, I will wrap the small one for you. I guarantee you will be satisfied."
The stall owner quickly took the jewelry again.
"Because it's one for each person."
Fang Ce shook his head and smiled. He couldn't favor one thing over another and just buy one piece. Anyway, this jewelry is not expensive, it's just fancy and beautiful.
"Uh...haha, the little Taoist Priest is very lucky, I can't envy him, I can't envy him."
The stall owner couldn't help but laugh.
Fang Ce also smiled and didn't bother to explain more.
"Okay, there are four coins in total. Taoist Priest, please keep them."
The stall owner handed two brocade boxes filled with jewelry to Fang Ce.
"Um."
Fang Ce took out the silver with a smile, took the brocade box, turned around happily, and prepared to leave.
But at this moment!
A powerful aura suddenly erupted!
Swish!
Thick vines sprang out from the ground and quickly restrained Fang Ce! It was the Hundred Vine Technique!
at the same time!
"die!"
A cold sound rang out!
I saw one person holding a sharp knife and stabbing Fang Ce in the back of the heart instantly!
Fang Ce smiled calmly. These assassins had grasped the timing of their attacks very well. Ordinary people really couldn't react. And he was too lazy to react because he didn't want to show too much strength for the time being.
A sound like gold and iron!
The sharp blade fell firmly on Fang Ce's heart, but it was difficult to make any progress!
"Vajra body!?"
The assassin behind him suddenly heard a surprised voice.
Assassin, there was a commotion and shouting all around, and the stall owner nearby was so frightened that he fell to the ground!
"Isn't this a normal thing?"
Fang Ce put away the brocade box in his hand, and when he had the luck to break free of the vines on his body, he turned around and grabbed it behind him!
"not good!"
The assassins behind couldn't help but hear sounds of fear, because they realized that Fang Ce's speed was too fast, far beyond expectations!
"Don't even think about it!"
There was also a low shout from one side, and a Taoist priest turned out ten talismans, which turned into a ball of terrifying flames and quickly blasted towards Fang Ce! But they were explosive talismans!
"snort."
Fang Ce said lightly, instantly grabbed the wrist behind him, and then threw it towards the incoming flames with great luck!
Suddenly there was a rumble!
"Ahhh!"
A shrill howl sounded!
I saw that the assassin was directly hit and fell to the ground, his body was charred and black, his breath was weak, and he was obviously seriously injured!
"Wha...what!?"
The Taoist priest on one side suddenly looked horrified and wanted to run away.
However, Fang Ce moved and easily came to the Taoist priest!
"you!?"
The Taoist priest looked even more horrified. He and the assassin just now both had three hundred years of cultivation! The two of them jointly attacked in a sneak attack, but they were able to be countered by the other side with such an overwhelming advantage. This shows the terrifying strength of the man in front of him.
!Completely inconsistent with the reward information he received!
"He's from Netherworld Mountain again, right?"
Fang Ce's big hand had easily rested on the Taoist priest's shoulder.
"You...what do you want..."
The Taoist priest couldn't help but swallow in fear.
"It's not that great either."
Fang Ce smiled indifferently, then moved his hands with force, and there was a crisp crackling sound!
"ah!!!"
Another shrill howl sounded!
I saw that the Taoist priest's shoulder bone had been crushed directly by Fang Ce!
"How much is the reward this time?"
Fang Ce asked with a smile, and let go of his big hand, causing the Taoist priest to collapse on the ground.
"Reward...bounty?"
The Taoist priest broke out in cold sweat from the pain and looked at Fang Ce in astonishment.
"The bounty for my assassination."
Fang Ce responded calmly.
"Three...thirty thousand taels of gold..."
"Huh? Only thirty thousand taels of gold? Go back and tell that employer that this bounty is not enough."
Fang Ce shook his head and turned around, walking towards the previous stall. The stall had been destroyed due to the impact of the battle just now, and the accessories had been scattered all over the floor.
"this?"
The Taoist priest was stunned immediately.
"Tao...Taoist Master...you..."
The stall owner looked at Fang Ce in shock. He originally thought that Fang Ce was just a young Taoist priest who lived and drank, with little ability at most. After all, he was so powerful. How could he come to his small stall to sell jewelry for girls?
!
Unexpectedly, he made a mistake this time, and the other party turned out to be a genuine Taoist priest! This was not someone he could mess with!
"Sorry, boss, for disturbing your business."
Fang Ce came forward with a smile, and squatted down like a stall owner to pick up the jewelry scattered on the ground. After all, he was the one who brought the assassin here, so he should deal with the aftermath smoothly.
"This! This! No need! Taoist priest! Just come here!"
The stall owner hurriedly knelt down and packed it up together.
After a while, the two of them had packed up their jewelry, and the Taoist priest had already left quickly with his seriously injured accomplice.
"Boss, this ingot of silver can be regarded as compensation for you."
Fang Ce casually took out a tael of silver.
"This!? No! No need! The Taoist priest is too polite! How dare I accept your money from the Taoist priest!"
The stall owner waved his hands repeatedly, but did not dare to take the money from Fang Ce's hand.
"ha."
Fang Ce casually threw the silver into the stall owner's arms and turned around.
Return to your residence.
"What's wrong?"
Liang Xue looked at Fang Ce in confusion.
"This is for you."
However, Fang Ce smiled and took out two brocade boxes and handed them to Xin Yu and Liang Xue respectively.
"this?"
Xin Yu was stunned.
"Given to us?"
Liang Xue was also surprised.
"Didn't I tell you this morning that if I find anything interesting, I'll bring it back to you."
Fang Ce smiled.
"Oh...thank you very much, it looks pretty good..."
Liang Xue opened the brocade box and looked at it, showing a look of joy.
"Fang Ce, what happened this morning? Didn't anything happen to you outside?"
Xin Yu opened the brocade box, looked at it, and then put it away.
"Oh, he's an assassin from Netherworld Mountain."
Fang Ce responded casually.
"Netherworld Mountain Assassin!?"
Xin Yu's complexion changed.
"Netherworld Mountain Assassin? Someone hired an assassin to kill you?"
Liang Xue was surprised.
"Um."
Fang Ce nodded.
"What about the assassin?"
Liang Xue was confused. It seemed that he knew that Fang Ce must have killed the assassin, so he didn't know if anything was revealed during the interrogation.
"Let it go."
Fang Ce responded casually.
"Let him go? Then do you know who hired the assassin? That Duke?"
Liang Xue was surprised.
"I don't know, these assassins don't know who their employer is."
"I don't know? Then why don't you let them go? Is it possible that you can still be kind?"
Liang Xue's eyes widened.
"Master Qianxue, what are you talking about? Forget it, let them go because the employer behind the scenes looked down upon me so much that he only paid thirty thousand taels of bounty and wanted to take my life. I asked the assassin to go back and call the employer behind the scenes.
Increase the price."
Fang Ce shrugged.
"Huh? Go back and ask the employer behind the scenes to increase the price? What kind of trick are you playing?"
Liang Xue was suddenly stunned.
"It's boring anyway, just have some fun."
Fang Ce shook his head and smiled.
Liang Xue naturally didn't believe that Fang Ce was really that boring, but Fang Ce didn't plan to say more, and there was no need for her to ask any more questions.
"Fang Ce, I have heard that this Netherworld Mountain is a gathering place for top assassins in the world. Don't take it lightly."
Xin Yu couldn't help but frown.
"Fairy, please don't worry, I have my own sense of discretion."
Fang Ce responded with a smile. He had already learned about the situation in Netherworld Mountain from Master Tianji. The strongest one was Taoist Ming An, who had nearly three thousand years of Taoism. His strength must be extraordinary. But...
The stone tablet outside Netherworld Mountain also shows that they will not touch the royal family or take orders from the Taoist master level. This also shows that the assassins that Netherworld Mountain can send must be limited in strength.
As for the Taoist Ming An, it is basically certain that he will not take action easily. In all likelihood, he is practicing in seclusion to cope with the second terrible disaster.
In this way, no matter how many assassins come to Netherworld Mountain, is it still a joke to him?