novelraw Chapter 1799: 258: Assassination at the Inn
Chapter 1799: 258: Assassination at the Inn
Capítulo 1799: Chapter 258: Assassination at the Inn
Lei Ming rebutted, refusing to believe Lin Yifan’s seemingly sincere yet insincere words.
“Think however you like, it doesn’t matter. The Mysterious Jade is here, take it or leave it.”
After speaking, Lin Yifan resolutely left with his hands clasped behind his back.
Seeing this, Lei Ming quickly gathered the spoils of their victory and followed him.
As they left, the onlookers murmured among themselves, discussing in hushed tones.
“Were we just schooled?”
“That slap really stings.”
“That kid seemed to not know how to gamble on stones, but he actually hid his skills.”
“Do masters always like to steal the spotlight so unexpectedly?”
“Ah! It’s wiser to speak less in future.”
…
Those with impure thoughts started hatching plans.
“Mysterious Jade, it’s truly a treasure!”
“It would be great if we could get our hands on it.”
“Brothers, are you interested in doing a hit?”
“Although the Mysterious Jade is very rare and valuable, it’s still possible to buy it with a high price, albeit much higher than gambling stones. However, using a high price to gain the qualification to participate in the Sword Dueling Convention is worth it. Besides, their attire doesn’t look ordinary. If they’re from a Sect, a Prince of a country, or a minister’s son, it might lead to more loss than gain.”
Upon hearing this, those cultivators harboring ill thoughts felt it made sense too.
People skilled at gambling stones often have uncommon identities; it’s best not to offend them.
As the excitement subsided, the crowd dispersed. The stone gambling shop returned to its usual calm.
On the other side, the persistent Lei Ming continued questioning Lin Yifan, wanting to know if Lin Yifan really knew how to gamble stones.
Lin Yifan was also quite annoyed and scolded, “Have you asked enough?”
“Brother Lin, just tell me. I won’t harm you,” Lei Ming pleaded.
“Didn’t I tell you already? There’s nothing interesting about that pile of trash goods,” Lin Yifan replied.
If Lei Ming still couldn’t understand, there was nothing more he could do.
“Clearly Brother Lin is a peerless master, proficient in everything. If only I had half his ability,” Lei Ming lamented.
He wasn’t an idiot, naturally understanding what Lin Yifan’s words implied.
“If you want to be knowledgeable, gain more experience, travel the world, and seek teachers everywhere,” Lin Yifan advised.
“Brother Lin, where did you learn this stone gambling technique?” Lei Ming asked curiously.
“No comment.”
Lin Yifan flatly rejected, as the stone gambling master was still searching for his whereabouts, he must not let the master know he was here.
“Why? Is there some unspeakable secret?” Lei Ming demanded.
“No need to ask so much. If you continue to ask, we won’t even be friends,” Lin Yifan replied.
The atmosphere suddenly turned solemn, and Lei Ming realized he had touched on a sore point or boundary for Lin Yifan, so he stopped talking immediately.
After strolling the streets, they returned to the inn and washed up before sleeping.
At midnight, within Tianhua City, several shadows gracefully moved across rooftops, stealthily approaching the place where Lin Yifan and Lei Ming were residing.
They removed the tiles, blew in Mystical Fragrance, and waited a few minutes before breaking through the windows.
Entering the guest room, they said nothing, wielding snow-white sharp swords, and fiercely thrust at the “sleeping persons” on the bed.
“Shhh!”
Soon, the quilt was pierced, fluttering with snow-white cotton.
The assassins felt something was wrong, as while thrusting the swords, they sensed no flesh nor heard anyone on the bed making any sounds of pain.
With doubt, they uncovered the quilt on the bed.
Upon discovering only two pillows in the quilt, they instantly realized they had been tricked.
But as they prepared to leave, several hidden weapons swiftly shot towards their backs.
“Shhh!”
In an instant, several low-realm assassins fell with a cry, only Fan Dachuan of the High Immortal Third Realm narrowly escaped.
“Evil thief, trying to assassinate me? Face your death!”
Hiding in the corner of the room, Lei Ming was very angry and immediately launched an attack on Fan Dachuan.
Fan Dachuan exhaustingly fought back with him.
After exchanging several moves, Fan Dachuan was surprised by Lei Ming’s power.
Although Lei Ming was a cultivator of the High Immortal Second Realm, he could exhibit the power of the High Immortal Third Realm, matching him evenly.
In fact, under equal power, he could defeat Lei Ming, but there was always another of Lei Ming’s companions in the room.
Lei Ming’s companion kept ambushing him secretly, making it difficult for him to defend.
Helplessly, he chose to flee. Thus he detonated an energy bomb and escaped hopelessly.
The intense light suddenly filled the entire room, forcing the unsuspecting Lin Yifan and Lei Ming to close their eyes, waiting for the light to fade.
Seconds later, the light in the room diminished significantly, and Lei Ming and Lin Yifan broke through windows in a victorious pursuit.
But upon flying outside the window, Fan Dachuan was already nowhere in sight. Helplessly, they had to abandon the chase.
Returning to the room, Lei Ming raised his thumb in admiration, “Brother Lin, you truly foresee everything, guessing someone would come to assassinate us.”
“That’s the most basic vigilance. Traveling the martial world requires it. Remember, do not harbor ill intentions, but always be guarded against others, including even those closest to you, like me,” Lin Yifan instructed.
“This… this doesn’t feel very good,” Lei Ming said, a bit embarrassed.
“If you want to survive in this cunning world, listen to what your elder brother teaches,” Lin Yifan replied.
“Alright, alright! Thank you for letting me know, Brother Lin. I will be cautious from now on,” Lei Ming accepted, but then skeptically asked, “Brother Lin, do you know who tried to assassinate us just now?”
“If I guessed correctly, it should be the scoundrel we encountered while queueing for registration,” Lin Yifan answered.
“So it was him! Has he not given up?”
“He constantly sent people to secretly watch us, didn’t you notice at all?” Lin Yifan asked.
“No!” Lei Ming shook his head, confused.
Because he thought that matter had subsided, unaware that Fan Dachuan was a calculating person.
“Therefore, pay more attention from now. Don’t assume people won’t hold grudges against you afterward,” Lin Yifan reprimanded again.
“I’ve yet taken another lesson, it seems the world isn’t as pure and friendly as I imagined,” Lei Ming lamented, feeling a mix of emotions.
“Growing up with such thoughts only shows you’re pampered and inexperienced in the world,” Lin Yifan responded.
“Oh!”
Lei Ming chose not to speak, saying more would only bring sorrow.
Summoning the innkeeper, they simply dealt with the assassins’ corpses and went back to sleep.
There’s no need to publicize the failed assassin operation, as they brought it upon themselves; besides, after examining the bodies, the innkeeper roughly knew the assassins’ identities. If pursued further, many big figures might be involved, which for someone like him, brings more harm than good. So, it’s better to stay within bounds.