Free Web NovelChapter 2393: Chapter 2457: Murong’s Trail
"The Dragon-Tiger Slash is extremely difficult to master. Once mastered, it can be divided into minor success and major success. When Murong Zheng betrayed his sect, he had just achieved minor success, but when he killed my old friend with those two strikes, it was already with the momentum of major success." Murong Yuanqing said this with a heavy bang on the table, and with a crack, he broke the metal surface.
Li Yifei quickly comforted him, "Elder, I promise to take on this matter!"
"Although he is my disciple, from the moment he betrayed our sect, he was no longer related to me. Besides... even if the heroine were still alive, seeing her son behave like this, she would discipline him too." Murong Yuanqing said with a chilling tone, "So I’ve called you here to track him down. No matter where he hides, find him for me! Capture him for me...!"
At this point, Murong Yuanqing paused and clenched his fist, his voice cold, "His skills have improved significantly; I’m afraid that even facing him, I don’t have much chance of winning. So... Yifei, you may kill him directly!"
Feeling such murderous intent towards Murong Zheng showed Murong Yuanqing’s fury, Li Yifei nodded solemnly and said, "Elder, if I find him, I will bring him to you if possible. If not, I will give him a quick end!"
"Good!" Murong Yuanqing nodded forcefully and said, "Don’t feel burdened. I suspect his skills have improved, but he is definitely not invincible. You are already a leader among the younger generation, your skills are not inferior to ours, and you have enough power to face Murong Zheng."
"I’m not worried about that, it’s just... how should I track him? Although the incident happened yesterday, he probably fled long ago!" Li Yifei asked in confusion.
"Yes, he did run, but our investigations over the past few days have yielded some clues. You can follow these leads. Murong Zheng is already a high-ranking member within Noah’s Ark Organization and may even be the leader. So by following the clues, you can find him." Murong Yuanqing said, "Your military background gives me more confidence in you. You’re far superior in tracking, reconnaissance, and counter-intelligence than ordinary people."
Li Yifei nodded and said, "In that case, I understand. Rest assured, Elder, I will do my best!"
"About Shanshan!" After instructing Li Yifei, Murong Yuanqing turned to Xu Shanshan.
"Huh? Elder, I’m not going with my brother-in-law?" Xu Shanshan said, slightly stunned.
Murong Yuanqing shook his head and said, "No, you have another task. Your current cultivation level is high, but your combat ability is lacking, or rather far from adequate. So I’ve decided to give you special training!"
Li Yifei was also surprised and asked, "Special training?"
"Indeed, this task is entrusted to Qingqiu. Xu Shanshan enjoys practicing swordsmanship, so it’s fitting to have Qingqiu train her!" Murong Yuanqing said.
Li Yifei glanced at Xu Shanshan, who also looked at him. Although Xu Shanshan was slightly disappointed, she quickly regained her determination and said, "Alright, I agree to this special training, thank you, Elder Murong!" fɾēewebnσveℓ.com
Seeing Xu Shanshan agree, Li Yifei smiled and nodded, "That’s good. Elder Qingqiu is known as a sword saint. With systematic training from her, I’m sure you’ll become very powerful after the special training!"
Xu Shanshan nodded and said, "Certainly, I believe that too!"
"Hehe, since it’s decided, let’s not delay!" Murong Yuanqing rarely showed a smile, then said, "I feel the urgency of time. Noah’s Ark Organization has grown to a staggering extent, which I previously overlooked. I’m very concerned... if I can’t resolve this major problem while I’m still alive, I’ll be uneasy leaving this burden to you if I die one day!"
"Elder, you don’t have to think that way. This isn’t a big deal. Since we already know some leads, we just need to solve it!" Li Yifei said. He understood Murong Yuanqing’s mindset better, knowing that the old man truly cared about the country. Even though he knew he had few years left, he still worked tirelessly for it. Such respectable people are numerous in this country, and Li Yifei sincerely admires them.
"The path to track down will be filled with dangers, be very careful. If we lose you... I can’t imagine what I would do!" As Murong Yuanqing spoke, his clothes billowed, clearly filled with murderous intent. Li Yifei said, "I will, rest assured, Elder. In this world, there may be many who can defeat me, but few can keep me by force. If things go wrong, I will escape."
"Good, the burden is on you now! I trust no one else. Remember, if you can’t bring him back, give him a quick death!"
The decision was made. As the most populous country in the world, Huaxia has many strong practitioners, at least many visible ones. However, the organization is relatively loose. If there were a major event, these people would unhesitatingly protect the country. But in this peaceful era, you can’t trouble them with everything.
Li Yifei’s comprehensive strength is extremely strong, at least in Murong Yuanqing’s eyes, he’s already considered an equal. Given Li Yifei’s personal experience and growth in wartime, he’s suitable for this task.
There’s one more thing Murong Yuanqing hasn’t mentioned, which Li Yifei himself realized. He’s half a disciple to Murong Yuanqing. Officially, Murong Yuanqing would not accept another disciple, and Murong Zheng was his only disciple. Now, this disciple can even be considered a traitor to their country. Naturally, Murong Yuanqing didn’t want others to clean up, so Li Yifei is the right choice.
Since I was chosen, I will complete the mission, Li Yifei said to himself. At this moment, he had no good impression of the people from the Noah’s Ark Organization. The organization’s purpose was unclear, but what they had shown so far involved sabotage, with even a hint of ****** anti-human tendencies.
Noah’s Ark in itself implies a great disaster. In the midst of the disaster, only your organization survives? Everyone else has to die?
According to the information provided by Murong Yuanqing, clues pointed to a European country—Turkey. The place is dotted with islands, and the trail showed that a local religious organization once had a conflict with the Noah’s Ark people, which resulted in the annihilation of the religious group, and some Noah’s Ark members were also killed.
Xu Shanshan had agreed to special training, so she went straight to the mountain where Elder Qingqiu practiced. Li Yifei first saw her off, holding Xu Shanshan in his arms before she left, and gently said, "The special training will be tough, you must hang in there!"
"Don’t worry, I’m not afraid of hardship. It’s more shameful if I don’t learn anything. Husband, you must be careful instead. Don’t rush. At worst, wait for me to finish my training, and we’ll take down the Noah’s Ark Organization together."
"Okay, it’s a promise. You work hard to improve yourself, and learn that miraculous sword technique from Elder Qingqiu!" Li Yifei patted Xu Shanshan on the back.
Xu Shanshan grinned and said, "Of course, and also the Sword Controlling Technique!"
"Alright, get in the car. Elder Qingqiu will probably have you turn off your phone and such, so on the way you should explain to your sister. Don’t worry too much about the household, Elder Murong has promised to protect the family."
"Okay, husband, when I finish and come back, you have to promise me one thing!"
"What is it?" Li Yifei asked. freewёbn૦νeɭ.com
Xu Shanshan shook her head, pecked him lightly on the lips, and said with great spirit, "I’ll tell you when I come out. When this girl becomes the female sword deity, it’s time for you to fulfill your promise."
Li Yifei returned the kiss and said, "Alright, I promise you!"
He watched Xu Shanshan get into the car and leave, then boarded the plane. He insisted on sending Xu Shanshan off first. Before the plane took off, Li Yifei called Xu Yingying, who had just crossed the hundred-day mark with their baby, and explained the situation. Xu Yingying understandingly said, "Husband, I won’t stop you from doing this, but you know what I need to say."
"I know!"
"That’s good. Your wife and child are waiting for you at home. What you need to do is complete the mission quickly and ensure your safety. Don’t come back missing a limb!"
Before Li Yifei could reply, he heard babbling on the other end. Li Yiyin was making noises, and a warm feeling spread in Li Yifei’s heart.
The plane took off and landed hours later in Istanbul, the capital of Turkey. Li Yifei deplaned, retrieved his luggage. He couldn’t carry his Mohist War Blade, but relevant personnel would bring it through special channels, disguised as a decorative piece, to facilitate his actions across Europe.
Strict weapon controls are indeed a good thing, but in European countries, it’s mostly just the borders that are strict. Smaller train stations and bus stations are almost non-existent security-wise. Nobody even bothers unless they want to. Prior to Li Yifei’s arrival, there had been several explosions in this city within the past month, yet the city’s security alert levels remain low.
Murong Yuanqing didn’t arrange much for him, only gave him some information. After Li Yifei read through it and memorized it, he destroyed the materials.
This place has countless islands, large and small, connected in clusters. However, the living standards here are not necessarily high. Beggars and vagabonds can be seen everywhere, and it’s not just men, but women too.
Li Yifei found a small inn, checked in, and moved in with a piece of luggage. He turned on his phone to report his safety to his family and informed Murong Yuanqing too.
After taking a shower, he just walked out and heard a knock on the door. Li Yifei wrapped in a towel, opened it to see a curvaceous woman leaning on the doorframe. Upon seeing Li Yifei open the door, she blew a kiss, and in a broken English, spoke, "Hey, charming Eastern man, on such a beautiful night, don’t you want to do something fun?"
"No, thanks!" Li Yifei shook his head, and shut the door as he spoke. The woman outside was stunned, stamped her foot, then turned to leave.
