King of Hundred Victories Saber

Chapter 327 - 144: Shi Feiyang Outsmarts Lv Yuan, The Botched Pursuit Becomes a Joke (Part 2)

The air was filled with the faint fragrance of flowers and the earthy scent of soil, weaving a scent unique to spring. At the bustling market, people came and went, the vendors’ cries rose and fell, adding a touch of human warmth to the bright spring scenery.

To ensure that the plan was foolproof, Lv Yuan decided to personally step into the Jianghu’s heartland to conduct a more in-depth investigation into the mysterious elder. He knew the importance of this mission, so he decided to venture into the lion’s den himself to ensure he could obtain firsthand information and intelligence.

He shed his imposing Jinyi Guard attire and put on simple and plain clothes, and stealthily blended into the Jianghu like a ghost. In an inconspicuous manner, he merged into the noise of the Jianghu, as if he was one of them, and no one would notice his presence.

In the alleys and streets, he sometimes mingled with the crowd, sometimes hidden in the darkness, beginning to secretly observe the elder’s movements.

He was like a skilled hunter, patiently waiting for the best opportunity to capture the most genuine information.

In a few inadvertent brushes past the elder, Lv Yuan’s eagle-like sharp eyes keenly captured an unusual aura emanating from the elder. The aura was mysterious and obscure, making Lv Yuan even more certain that an earth-shattering secret was hidden behind the elder, like a turbulent undercurrent beneath a calm lake.

Meanwhile, Lv Yuan did not relax his surveillance of Shi Feiyang in the slightest.

He found Shi Feiyang’s recent actions increasingly strange, frequently contacting some Jianghu people. The locations of these meetings were secretive, and the times chosen were often late at night or in secluded places.

When Shi Feiyang conversed with these people, his expression was grave, his eyes flickered, as if plotting something extremely important. Lv Yuan knew that there was certainly a greater conspiracy hidden behind this, and he must unveil this mysterious veil.

Lv Yuan was secretly cautious, knowing that Shi Feiyang was by no means an ordinary person and would not easily let things go. In this contest, one slight mistake could lead to complete defeat, so he had to remain highly vigilant at all times, like a taut bowstring, never slacking for a moment.

He understood that only by doing so could he stand invincible in this Jianghu confrontation.

Half a month passed, and with his patience and wisdom, Lv Yuan gradually discerned the backgrounds of the elder and Shi Feiyang. He was like a seasoned hunter, gradually unveiling the prey’s disguise.

In this process, Lv Yuan deeply experienced the perilous nature of the Jianghu and the complexity of human hearts.

In the Jianghu, the situation was unpredictable, various forces intertwined, and the entanglement of interests was intricate and complex. But his faith was firm, believing that with enough wisdom and courage, he could overcome all difficulties.

To avoid attracting attention, Lv Yuan acted extremely cautiously, like a traveler walking on a thorn-covered path, carefully taking each step. He meticulously collected every possible clue, not missing any small detail.

He skillfully utilized the network of connections he had built over years in the Jianghu, using secret channels to covertly investigate the past experiences and motives of the elder and Shi Feiyang. After days of relentless effort, he finally discovered some crucial clues from the complex clues.

These clues unexpectedly revealed a shocking secret — the elder and Shi Feiyang were intricately connected to neighboring countries. They attempted to achieve their unspeakable goals by colluding with foreign enemies, which was undoubtedly a serious betrayal of the Great Ming Court.

Upon learning of this news, the flames of anger in Lv Yuan’s heart burned fiercely, further strengthening his resolve to eradicate these two traitors.

He began to secretly mobilize his trusted subordinates, like a meticulously operating machine, making deployments in a planned and orderly manner, preparing to deliver a fatal blow to the enemy at the right time.

At the same time, Lv Yuan was well aware of the critical importance of Suzhou Prefecture’s safety. To prevent the elder and Shi Feiyang from acting recklessly out of desperation and endangering the Imperial Court, he strengthened the security precautions of Suzhou Prefecture, placing eyes and guards at key positions to form a tight security barrier.

In this undercurrent-filled confrontation, Lv Yuan knew he could not afford any leniency. He maintained a high level of vigilance at all times, like a hunter lurking in the dark, always ready to deal with any unexpected situations that might arise.

To ensure the plan’s infallibility, Lv Yuan also specifically invited several Jianghu masters to assist him. These masters were each highly skilled in martial arts, agile in movement, with sharp and keen eyes.

Moreover, they were meticulous and cautious in their actions, with every move thoroughly considered.

Their joining undoubtedly added a few points of success to Lv Yuan’s plan. Lv Yuan met with them multiple times in secrecy, sitting together in concealed places, repeatedly scrutinizing each detail of the plan.

They sometimes spoke in hushed tones, sometimes argued fiercely, striving to achieve perfection and not overlook any potential loophole.

In the days of waiting for the best time to act, Lv Yuan did not remain idle. He continued to utilize his vast intelligence network, covering the entire Jianghu like a spiderweb, constantly monitoring every move of the elder and Shi Feiyang.

He noticed that the two seemed also aware of the approaching danger and began to covertly gather strength.

They frequently recruited manpower, collecting weapons and materials everywhere, seemingly making final preparations for the imminent battle.