novelraw Chapter 1558: 17: Assassination
Chapter 1558: 17: Assassination
Chapter 1558: Chapter 17: Assassination
The “official guest house” was home to pharmacists from all over the world. The unruly princess staying there was likely one such competitor, also after the Ox Gold Bead. It seems that the Twenty-Eight Constellations Beads are truly sought-after in this World of All Things; whoever obtains them can dominate this entire world.
Lin Yifan was a little curious; in thousands of years, has no country ever collected all twenty-eight Constellation Beads? The Constellation Beasts didn’t seem as rare as imagined; it was quite peculiar.
After his curiosity subsided, he continued to follow the Qiuyu Country guard.
As he walked, he encountered a familiar face; this acquaintance was the Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country, who was also participating in this competition.
The Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country was committed to finding the Constellation Beads and might see him as a thorn in his side. Especially after he publicly snatched the Dou Wood Bead last time; this prince must despise him, for under those circumstances, Mingyi Country had the best chance of obtaining the Dou Wood Bead.
Lin Yifan kept his head down, reluctant to show his face, fearing to be recognized.
But could his distinctive hairstyle and familiar figure escape the discerning eye of the Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country?
With a shout, he was stopped at once: “Halt!”
“What brings you here, Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country?” the Qiuyu Country guard, responsible for protecting Lin Yifan, respectfully inquired.
“Lift your head!”
Upon hearing these words, the Qiuyu Country guard realized who the prince was after: none other than Changshan Zhao Zilong, the officially designated key protection target.
In fact, this person had ordinary looks, born in a remote area, yet attracting so much “favor” from the nobility.
Feeling affronted by such a command, Lin Yifan retorted, “Who do you think you are? Just because you tell me to lift my head, I should? Are you crazy!”
“Your mouth is quite arrogant; let’s see if you’re still so cocky when faced with fists.”
The Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country had already clenched his fist, ready to strike Lin Yifan.
Seeing this, the Qiuyu Country guard curiously asked, “Do you know him, Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country?”
“More than just know him, we’re mortal enemies.”
“This…”
The Qiuyu Country guard looked at Lin Yifan with a puzzled expression, wondering why he constantly riled up these royal offspring.
“This matter has nothing to do with you, step aside, I just want an explanation from him,”
The Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country could no longer contain himself since Lin Yifan had two Constellation Beads on him. Acquiring these two would leave him with only one more to complete the seven Northern Constellations; hence, he was determined to take Lin Yifan down.
“Guard brother, please don’t step aside; he wants to kill me.”
Lin Yifan hid behind the Qiuyu Country Imperial Forest Guard, seeking protection.
He was still at a low realm, truly no match for the Superior Immortal Second Realm Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country, and thus did not dare to face him head-on.
“I don’t intend to kill you, I just want to demand justice,” the Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country released his goodwill, hoping to distract the Qiuyu Country Imperial Forest Guard.
This guard’s realm was no lower than his; if they fought, he might not win. Moreover, many Imperial Forest Army members patrolled nearby, and a fight would bring immediate backup; he could be expelled from Qiuyu Country for violating temporary ordinances, losing the Ox Gold Bead forever.
Considering these factors, he treated the situation politely without resorting to violence.
“What justice are you seeking? Do you think you found the Dou Wood Bead first? You’re just another plunderer, no different from me. You have no right to demand justice from me,” Lin Yifan argued with righteousness.
At this point, the Qiuyu Country guard had an epiphany, realizing that Lin Yifan stealing the Dou Wood Bead was why these individuals loathed him so much.
However, how did a small cultivator in the True Master Four Realm seize this “juicy piece” from powerful factions?
He was quite curious.
“A fellow plunderer indeed; don’t think you’re safe hiding here with the protection of the Qiuyu Country Imperial Forest Army. I’m telling you, once you leave Qiuyu Country, it will be your doom,”
The Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country vowed vengefully before leading his team away.
He knew he had no moral ground; it was unwise to lose his temper. Furthermore, Qiuyu Country recently implemented a temporary ordinance prohibiting registered pharmacists from harming others on any pretext; violators would be expelled, or worse, executed.
Even as the Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country, he dared not act recklessly in Qiuyu Country; their enmity was not to be taken lightly, and respect was due.
Lin Yifan made a face at the threat from the Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country, showing no fear.
“Little brother, you’re quite brave to offend such people.”
The Qiuyu Country Imperial Forest Guard shook his head with a bitter smile, feeling admiration.
It was evident that the Fifth Prince of Mingyi Country was very angry, feeling that outside this “temporary guest house,” Lin Yifan might be in big trouble.
“What does it mean to offend? The Constellation Beads are ownerless; they belong to whoever can obtain them. He said the same to those of Heavenly Fire Kingdom and Tianze Country, so why am I wrong to follow his logic?” Lin Yifan rebutted.
“Anyway, just be careful,”
The Qiuyu Country guard didn’t want to debate because this world is one where “reason” belongs to the strong. They say what they want.
After the commotion, Lin Yifan was soon taken to his assigned accommodation.
The room was not large but spacious enough, well-equipped, and acceptable.
“Young Master Zhao, this will be your residence for the next few days. There will be 24-hour patrols outside the house for your protection, rest assured.”
“With the backing of Qiuyu Country’s security, I’m very assured.”
“That’s good! That’s good!”
Having said this, the Qiuyu Country Imperial Forest Guard left.
Lin Yifan wandered around the room for a while, then lay down on the bed to rest, preferring not to go anywhere.
Without protection, the outside was not safe, so he stayed put quietly.
…
At deep night, two contingents gathered at Lin Yifan’s residence.
Sensing the cultivators’ presence, Lin Yifan awoke immediately.
He was on edge, always semi-alert, so any movement outside could not escape his Spiritual Hearing.
He sensed two powerful auras approaching from the east and west, likely belonging to the two familiar contingents he had encountered earlier that day.
He had considered that they might be willing to violate Qiuyu Country’s temporary ordinance to eliminate him, yet he couldn’t quite believe they’d take such a risk. If blamed by the Qiuyu Country king, they would lose their eligibility to compete.
However, considering their gains, it seemed worthwhile; as he possessed two Constellation Beads, the trade-off was favorable, worth their risk.