This Martial Saint's Health Bar is Too Thick!-Chapter 323 - 61 Spring Comes and I Don’t Speak First (Part 2)
Chapter 323 -61 Spring Comes and I Don’t Speak First (Part 2)
Inspector General Bi Zheng had brought his men to intercept the convoy ahead of schedule and informed the Zhang family and others.
“Brother Bi.”
Zhang Zedong, from the Zhi Ge General Hospital, had collaborated with Bi Zheng numerous times before and had a certain private relationship with him. He took a step forward, came next to Bi Zheng, and asked in a low voice,
“Could you possibly reveal why these officials have suddenly appeared here?”
Looking into Zhang Zedong’s eager eyes, Bi Zheng also lowered his voice,
“It’s not that I don’t want to tell you, it’s that I don’t know either. I estimate that both Inspector General Du Changhe and Deputy Garrison Guan Zhao are also unclear about the situation.”
After speaking, he nodded to Zhang Zedong and Shangguan Xiao, then led his subordinates to set up the perimeter. They began to clear the area.
At this time, the people from the Zhang family had all gotten off their vehicles, and upon learning of the situation, they were somewhat unease.
At this moment, they were in a dilemma, unsure whether to stay or leave.
About ten minutes later, the personnel from the Inspection General Bureau had completed clearing the area and organized a defensive line around the perimeter.
Besides the convoy and the inspectors, there were no more pedestrians on the streets.
“They’re here.”
Shangguan Xiao, the calmest among those present, was the first to notice the commotion and spoke while looking ahead.
As her voice faded, a large group of people appeared at the street corner ahead.
The three people in the center were all wearing deep blue robes over black undergarments.
The deep blue robes of the three people were embroidered with cloud patterns, and the two people on the sides had patterns of golden pheasants, while the person in the middle had a pattern of a crane.
In the Da Lan Dynasty, blue was revered, hence officials’ robes were primarily blue with different patterns to differentiate the grades.
The first-rank clerks did not have official robes. Starting from the second-rank subordinate officials, besides cloud patterns, their robes were also embroidered with insects and fish.
The robes of the third-rank assigned officials would be embroidered with mountains and rivers.
The robes of the fourth-rank sitting officials would have bird and beast patterns.
The robes of the fifth-rank cabinet officials would be embroidered with the sun, moon, and stars.
Among them, the robe of a fourth-rank sitting official embroidered with a golden pheasant represents a level 14 official, and a crane represents a level 15 official.
At this time, the person in the middle wearing a robe embroidered with a crane indicated he was at the pinnacle of sitting officials.
In Datong Prefecture, only Garrison Commander Bian Jingru could wear such an official robe.
However, since this person was not Bian Jingru, he could only be the Deputy Inspector from the provincial city, Yan Shijin.
To his left was Datong Prefecture’s Deputy Garrison, Guan Zhao, and to his right was Inspector General Du Changhe from the Inspection General Bureau.
A large group of officials followed behind them, protected by formally registered martial masters from the Zhi Ge General Hospital.
Shangguan Xiao and the members of the Zhang family went up to meet them.
“We greet Deputy Inspector Yan, Deputy Garrison Guan, and Inspector General Du.”
After the groups approached, Shangguan Xiao and the others took the lead in saluting.
“There’s no need for such formality.”
Yan Shijin’s skin was naturally dark, giving him a stern black face, which, combined with his official position, made others subconsciously intimidated.
However, his demeanor was rather amiable at that moment, somewhat reassuring the anxious Zhang family.
“I heard that a convoy on the street was displaying the carcasses of two top-grade exotic beasts, and out of curiosity, I wanted to come and see. I’ve never before seen what a fourth-rank exotic beast looks like,” said Yan Shijin with a smile.
Although this was what he said, everyone present, without exception, did not believe that the Deputy Inspector came merely to see the carcasses of exotic beasts.
“Let’s go, take me there.”
Yan Shijin said.
Thus, the Zhang family members stepped aside, and led by Shangguan Xiao and a few other key persons from the Zhang family, the convoy of high officials proceeded toward the convoy.
The crowd quickly reached the front of the convoy, and Yan Shijin regarded the two skulls inside the first heavy-duty truck.
After a moment, he broke the silence and asked,
“What exotic beasts are these two?”
The surroundings suddenly grew quiet.
Seeing that no one spoke, Shangguan Xiao stepped forward,
“Your Honor, these two are the Thunder Light Snow Leopard Beast and the Demon Qilin Horned Tiger Beast.”
Yan Shijin turned to look at her,
“You must be Shangguan Xiao, the current Chief of Zhi Ge Court in Xing City, right?”
“That’s correct.”
Shangguan Xiao replied confidently, nodding her head.
“About your father’s matter, please accept my condolences.”
Yan Shijin suddenly spoke solemnly.
Shangguan Xiao was taken aback, then bowed again, “Thank you greatly, sir.”
“Alright, introduce me to these two exotic beasts.”
Yan Shijin pointed at the two heads mounted on the carriage.
Thus, Shangguan Xiao briefly explained the characteristics and combat power of the Thunder Light Snow Leopard Beast and the Demon Qilin Horned Tiger Beast to the other party.
“So you’re saying, the vast majority of martial masters at the Tao Foundation Stage can’t defeat these two exotic beasts?”
Yan Shijin asked after listening.
“Yes.”
Shangguan Xiao nodded.
“Then who killed these two exotic beasts?”
Yan Shijin inquired.
Upon hearing this, the expressions of those present varied.
At first, many had thought this Deputy Inspector suddenly came to see the exotic beasts because he targeted the Zhang Family.
But now, could it be that the other party had another purpose?
The street fell silent, everyone’s gaze concentrated on Shangguan Xiao, waiting for her to mention that name.
“These two exotic beasts were sent by a company in Xing City, who entrusted our Zhang Family to handle them.”
Shangguan Xiao told Yan Shijin.
“A company in Xing City?”
Yan Shijin showed an interested expression, “What kind of company could kill these two formidable exotic beasts?”
Saying this, he turned and looked toward a robust man behind him:
“Fan Yan, can you achieve that?”
This man named Fan Yan was a well-known martial arts expert in the provincial city, nicknamed ‘Dragon Splitter,’ whose fame battle involved fighting a fifth-grade high-class Dragon Beast one-on-one!
On the Feng Province’s Leaderboard issued by Moon Viewing Tower, Fan Yan was ranked sixth, a 5.5-grade Tao Foundation Stage martial master!
“Reporting to the superior, I am not confident.”
Fan Yan bowed, honestly answering.
“If even you are not confident, it seems the person who killed these two exotic beasts is truly formidable. Does Xing City have such a person?”
Yan Shijin asked.
Shangguan Xiao remained silent.
Because the Green-faced Ghost’s identity must not be revealed, and he was currently still wanted by the government of Datong Prefecture, the Qingyuan City Management Company and the Green-faced Ghost had no official connection; the company’s chairman was Liu San.
Even if Shangguan Xiao and the Zhang Family benefited from the Green-faced Ghost, they couldn’t admit in public that they were allies with him.
The expressions of those present varied.
Just as Zhang Zedong was about to speak up to ease the awkwardness, Fan Yan, the martial artist, suddenly spoke:
“Sir, I have heard something about this.”
“Oh?”
Yan Shijin looked at Fan Yan, “Let’s hear it.”
“I’m somewhat connected to the World of Martial Arts, and I always keep up with its events. Not long ago, Moon Viewing Tower updated Feng Province’s leaderboard, and a new name appeared, nicknamed Green-faced Ghost, ranked ninth.”
Fan Yan said in a dull tone, “In the last few days, there have been rumors in the World of Martial Arts that the Green-faced Ghost was besieged by five Tao Foundation Stage masters and two exotic beasts but ended up killing four Tao Foundation Stage masters and the two exotic beasts. Those are the two beasts you see here.”
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“Is that so?”
Yan Shijin showed a look of astonishment, “This Green-faced Ghost is so powerful?”
Fan Yan bowed, “Initially, I also found it hard to believe, but having seen the bodies of these two exotic beasts today, I cannot doubt it.”
“Green-faced Ghost…”
Yan Shijin pondered for a moment then suddenly turned to Du Changhe standing beside him, “Inspector Du, when I was at your place earlier, I saw a wanted list, and the top-ranked individual was also called Green-faced Ghost. Are these two the same person?”
Here it comes!
Everyone present perked up, knowing that the crucial part of today’s ‘show’ had arrived.
Du Changhe calmly looked at Yan Shijin:
“Inspector Yan, the Green-faced Ghost is just a codename. Currently, no one knows his true identity or appearance, so it’s still uncertain whether the person who killed these two exotic beasts is the same as the one wanted.”
He wasn’t sure what Yan Shijin was aiming at, so he played it safe without giving a definitive answer.
It proved wise to be cautious.
Yan Shijin immediately said:
“Inspector Du is reasonable. Without knowing anything about the real appearance and identity, it is indeed difficult to judge. But if that’s the case, suppose someone wearing the Green-faced Ghost mask shows up inside Datong Prefecture City, would the Inspection Bureau apprehend him or not?”
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Another chapter follows later.
