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Wei Chen's concerns were not without reason.
After all, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming had not shown his face, and the Golden Clan might have forgotten that someone like Jin Nanming even existed. When the great battle came, it would only be then that the Golden Clan and Bloodshed Shop would remember the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming. Even if they were aware of his existence beforehand, they wouldn't think to use Golden Flower as a shield; after all, so much time had passed that they might believe the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming had forgotten about that relationship.
If they did encounter him this time, it was certain that the people of the Golden Clan would pull Golden Flower out as a pawn...
What could be done about that?
Wei Chen's analysis plunged the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming into deep thought.
The more he considered it, the more he felt that Wei Chen was indeed right.
Ying Qin Supreme Deity nodded vigorously in agreement with Wei Chen's suggestion. He couldn't wait to leave and wanted to avoid any trouble, so he certainly agreed.
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming looked at Wei Chen and clasped his fists, saying, "Master has considered everything thoroughly; I will follow your lead."
Wei Chen smiled lightly and said, "However, if you are confident that Golden Flower won't betray us or expose our plans, and she still remembers your words, we can find a spot slightly closer to her. We can send a message through Mental Strength to tell her to wait a little longer; good days are just around the corner."
After hearing Wei Chen's words, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming pondered for a moment and replied, "Master, I can't guarantee anything. Perhaps the most unreliable thing in this world is human nature."
"Then let's skip sending a message. We can directly destroy the kneeling statue of Xiaoxiang Sword God and leave," Wei Chen said, turning to Ying Qin Supreme Deity. "Ying Qin Supreme Deity, can your ability to traverse the void be used within the Golden Clan Secret Realm?"
"Of course it can. As long as I've been to a place, I can reach it instantly," Ying Qin Supreme Deity assured confidently.
"That's good. After we destroy the statue of Xiaoxiang Sword God, we'll teleport back to the entrance immediately and leave quickly," Wei Chen concluded.
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and Ying Qin Supreme Deity nodded in agreement. At this point, all previous thoughts had been dismissed. The saying that plans cannot keep up with changes was exemplified here. Having arrived at the Golden City, there was no reason not to meet Golden Flower. The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming's current strength was indeed formidable, and the Golden Clan would regard him with respect, giving him an opportunity. However, just like Wei Chen's situation, the subsequent risks were significant; Golden Flower could even be in life-threatening danger, so it was better not to look.
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming silently vowed that one day he would return in glory, ensuring that the higher-ups of the Golden Clan would safely bring Golden Flower before him.
Leading the way, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming walked ahead while Wei Chen and Ying Qin Supreme Deity followed closely behind towards the central square of the Golden City.
The journey was not easy; the Golden City was simply too vast. The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming called for a carriage that headed straight for Golden City Square.
An hour later, as they disembarked from the carriage, the driver reminded them quietly, "Gentlemen, things have been a bit unsettled in Golden City lately. You must be visitors? It's best to just take a stroll and find a decent inn to stay in; avoid going out at night."
Upon hearing this, the already-paid Supreme Deity of Southern Ming took out a Touchstone and handed it to the driver, whispering, "My friend, can you be more specific? We are from the north and this is our first time in Golden City; we know nothing."
Seeing the Touchstone in his hand, the driver’s face lit up with a smile as he quickly accepted it. He then glanced around and said quietly, "Gentlemen, to be honest, there have been some dangers in Golden City recently. During the day, things are relatively calm, but at night it becomes perilous. Especially near Golden City Square, there have been murders every night, including some formidable cultivators. Rumor has it that even a Ninth Level Deity guarding the statue of Xiaoxiang Sword God was killed."
"Ninth Level Deity killed? What happened?" The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming exclaimed in surprise as he handed another Touchstone to the driver.
In Golden City, if anyone had extensive sources of information, it was undoubtedly the coachmen. They roamed throughout the city and were familiar with every corner, able to interact with all sorts of people.
Receiving another Touchstone, the driver quickly replied, "Sir, I can tell you everything I know; one Touchstone is more than enough—please don’t give me any more. If you three gentlemen have time, please get back in the carriage. If you don’t mind, I can prepare some good wine for you at my home. It’s not safe here with so many people around."
There was no reason to refuse; two Touchstones were worth more than what that driver could earn in a month. He treated Wei Chen and the others with great respect and planned to “educate” these three nobles properly.
The carriage moved westward and half an hour later entered a slum area where low-status residents lived.
Upon arriving at the coachman's home, Wei Chen and the others politely declined the coachman's offer of liquor. The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming directly asked, "Brother, please go ahead. We are newcomers and know nothing."
The coachman hurriedly replied, "Gentlemen, the security situation in Golden City has always been quite good. Usually, apart from battles among the strong, incidents of inexplicable murders are rare. Even if they do occur, they are quickly resolved. However, this time, the Brutes are exceptionally fierce. They have been lurking and acting at night; I don't know how many there are, but they specifically target members of the City Guard Army. Just a few days ago, the guards watching over the Xiaoxiang Sword God were also killed. Fortunately, a large number of the City Guard Army arrived in time; only one Ninth Level Deity and two Eighth Level Deities lost their lives. If the City Guard Army hadn't arrived promptly, those guarding would likely have perished as well."
"Moreover, these Brutes are not just killing military personnel; they are also targeting members of the Royal Family. In just over a year, they have already killed seventeen members of the Royal Family and over a thousand military personnel. There are even rumors that the Patriarch's grandson, that good-for-nothing Golden Mechanism, has disappeared and is likely dead at the hands of the Brutes."
Hearing this, Wei Chen and the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming exchanged glances with Ying Qin Supreme Deity, feeling a chill run down their spines. Wasn't Golden Mechanism supposed to be safely residing in Wei Chen's True God World?
After a moment's thought, Wei Chen suddenly asked, "Brother, did the Brutes start their killings about a year and a month ago?"
"About that time; it might be less than a year and a month. Let me think... It started when military leaders began to be killed in the northern city. If I calculate precisely, it should be around one year and twenty days," replied the coachman.
Wei Chen's expression remained unchanged, but his eyes narrowed slightly. This was when his mind raced with questions.
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and Ying Qin Supreme Deity understood Wei Chen's implication; that timing was too coincidental. It was precisely when the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming had used the key to open the entrance to the Golden Clan Secret Realm!
One year and twenty days!
What a coincidence!
Wei Chen exchanged quiet glances with the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and Ying Qin Supreme Deity; all three sensed that this matter was somehow connected to them.
"Brother, what else do you know? Please share everything," said the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming tactfully while handing over a Touchstone.
The coachman firmly refused, wanting nothing more.
Wei Chen and the others felt a bit more goodwill towards the honest and simple coachman. He was not greedy, nor was he thick-skinned; he could live a long life.
The coachman reminisced for a moment, rummaging through everything he knew in his mind.
After a while, he suddenly said, "Right, esteemed sirs, those Brutes are all skilled with swords. Their swordsmanship is very strong. Not only within Golden City, but there have also been reports of armies being killed in all the City-States within the Golden Clan Secret Realm. However, the most deaths have occurred in Golden City, where most of the Brutes have gathered. Now, the people in Golden City are in a state of panic, especially those from the Royal Family. If they don't have a group of strong guards with them, they definitely don't dare to go out at night."
"Golden City used to be a city that never slept, but as the number of deaths increases, the nights in Golden City have become darker."
"In fact, I suspect that it is precisely because of this—making it easier to escape and conceal themselves—that the number of deaths continues to rise."
The coachman paused for a moment and began to ponder again.
Wei Chen, along with the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and Ying Qin Supreme Deity, felt their confusion deepening. However, as the coachman continued his explanation, their doubts began to converge into a single point, and their thoughts gradually became clearer.
Yet, they merely speculated among themselves without anyone breaking the silence.
After thinking for a long time, the coachman added, "Esteemed sirs, there's one more thing that has now been confirmed about the Brutes: they all use swords and their Divine Power is very mixed; it is not the pure Metal Divine Power of our Golden Clan Secret Realm."
"They only kill military personnel and members of the Royal Family; they do not harm any civilians. I’m not afraid you’ll report me; there’s heavy discontent among the common people towards the Royal Family. In fact, many civilians actually support those Brutes." The coachman looked at Wei Chen and the others with an anxious expression.
Wei Chen smiled and said, "Don't worry; we are merely businesspeople, not members of the Royal Family or military personnel. We are well aware of public sentiment towards the Royal Family. The more of those scoundrels that die, the better."
Hearing this, Wei Chen felt as if the coachman had found a kindred spirit. The man began to pour out a torrent of grievances, cursing the Royal Family and the military for their exploitation of the people, who were filled with complaints.
Wei Chen kindly comforted the coachman for a while, but seeing that no useful information could be gleaned further, he stood up along with the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and Ying Qin Supreme Deity to take their leave.
The coachman insisted on seeing them off.
“Brother, which inn is safer for us to stay at?” Once back near Golden City Square, Wei Chen asked the coachman with a smile.
The coachman pointed to a large golden sign not far away. “Golden Clan Inn, run by members of the Royal Family. It’s said that an Eleventh Level Deity is stationed there, so it’s absolutely safe.”
Wei Chen waved his hand dismissively. “Forget it, Golden Clan Inn is too expensive. As businessmen, we need to stay for a while; it wouldn’t be cost-effective.”
The coachman shifted his finger to point at another sign. “Tong Inn, reasonable prices and also safe. It’s said that Tong Inn has strong backing; even those from the Royal Family wouldn’t dare to act recklessly there.”
“Oh?” Wei Chen raised an eyebrow. “Who runs that inn?”
“I don’t know who it is, but I’ve heard that many rare items not found in Golden Clan Secret Realm occasionally come up for auction at Tong Inn,” the coachman explained.
Wei Chen nodded and smiled. “Alright then, you go on with your business. We’ll stay at Tong Inn.”
After the coachman left, Wei Chen turned to the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and said, “Take me to see the statue of Xiaoxiang Sword God.”
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