NOVEL NEXT Chapter 32: Undercurrents-2
(Author Note:- 75 power stones in a week for 1 bonus chapter.
110 power stones in a week for 2 bonus chapters.
140 power stones in a week for 3 bonus chapters.)
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"Haaa..." A long haired man could be seen massaging his temple while letting out a loud sigh.
"What the hell are these people even doing..." The man continued to cuss some people while letting out a sigh once again.
"Milord... vocabulary..." An old man standing behind the long haired man reminded him to use proper language.
"....Do you really believe now is the best time to worry about my language when my Liu Clan could be in danger any moment?" The long haired man, Liu Zhengnan looked at his assistant with an incredible look on his face.
"..." The old man did not reply.
"... *sigh* whatever... Lets reorganize all the information first. Few strong mages from the Tour Magique arrived yesterday, that stupid Malkam is going on doing stupid things by inviting people from neighboring powerhouses, we still do not know about his backing."
Liu Zhengnan continued to look at the report before continuing "Merchant Alliance also came supporting their faction, *haaaa* even Ning Jing called for help."
Yes Ning Jing was a business woman who joined Merchant Alliance when she became the richest merchant in the Zahrah Province.
It is very difficult to rule a region without having any backing. In this case one can even say Liu Zhengnan did an incredible job!
"Tang Sanzang just disappeared from his region, I believe even Miss Eva would call for some help... Anything I missed?" Liu Zhengnan asked his assistant.
'Miss'.
She was the only one whom Liu Zhengnan would call respectfully even though there are many more powerful people he knew.
Why?
It is not just about strength. Her aura, her conduct, everything about her was otherworldly. You cannot help but respect that otherworldly golden haired lady.
"Xia state...call help... Avery... suspicious behavior... past few days." It is clear from the conversation the old man does not speak much.
"Xia state can call the kingdom for help, no they definitely will. After all Xia Changhe died terribly. In fact, it is already surprising that they have not gone after Avery."
Liu Zhengnan closed his eyes and leaned back in his chair. After few minutes he suddenly opened his eyes and said to his assistant.
"You said Avery's movements are fishy these days... The Xia state will definitely get their revenge on him.
Next that guy, what was his name again..." Liu Zhengnan tried to remember the name when the old man replied stoically
"...Kylo"
"Yes, Kylo. That guy also has enmity with the Xia state. Also the sudden rumors, anyone with little brains can see that someone purposely spread those rumors.
And Avery also does not have any backer, atleast no one has ever heard somene standing behind him.
And unlike us, he rules the region alone like Miss Eva.
So if my guess is right these 2 guys may have teamed up to go against the Xia state." Even though Liu Zhengnan's face was tired, his eyes were full of vitality.
(Author Note:- To all those who are confused why Liu Zhengnan keeps saying Avery as a guy, remember she always had hood on her face and always spoke in neutral voice.)
It was like when someone suddenly solves a puzzle you have been trying for days.
"Indeed, sudden rumours, even spreading his name, they are definitely getting ready to go against all the fighters of the province.
No maybe even outside the province."
(Author Note:- Fighters means everyone be it cultivators, mages, weapon masters, Elemental users, etc)
"Kylo... dangerous." The old man still maintained his stoic face.
"Indeed." Liu Zhengnan had a rare solemn expression on his face. "He is indeed dangerous, not to speak of his fighting abilities, if the rumours are to be believed then he killed 2 of our powerhouses.
And if he is the one who took Avery under him, than..." Liu Zhengnan shook his head not wanting to think anymore.
The old man muttered once again when Liu Zhengnan finished speaking "Choose....side..."
"...You are right. It seems the time came for me to choose a side." Liu Zhengnan muttered with eyes closed but the old man could feel disappointment in his voice.
One should not forget even if they are the smallest clan among the big shots of the province, he alone made it possible for the clan to stand shoulder to shoulder with other strong cultivators despite being just a small size clan before he became leader of the clan.
That is why he was disappointed. He hoped he could go further with his own strength, but now he has to choose sides to survive.
He shook his head and looked outside the window. To be accurate, he was looking towards the place where the phenomenon occured.
"Everything changed within last 2 weeks" Liu Zhengnan muttered.
".... Indeed" The old man muttered in confirmation as well while looking towards the region his Lord was looking at.
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In a certain region of the Zahrah province, a bald monk was seen sitting in a room.
He was wearing a golden Kasaya.
He looked to be in his mid-twenties, a very young man. He had a strong and sturdy body and a fair complexion.
He held one of his palms straight up in front of his chest. He wore a solemn expression, portraying a sacred image.
"...FUCK!!
I can't fucking concentrate!!!!"
It was Tang Sanzang.
"Don't you dare bring me another bad news!!!" The monk was currently cursing a youth, a youth who had waist length brown hair.
The youth gulped. He knew Tang Sanzang was a moody guy. He was worried what will the bald monk do in a fit of anger. The last time he had to bath naked in a swimming pool.
The problem was, he had to be in the pool for 12 hours while Tang Sanzang sealed his cultivation and lowered the temperature of the pool to almost freezing point.
It was when be bought rumours about Kylo.
Right now things were related to him once again.
[This Kylo is really my nemesis] The youth thought while crying inside his heart.
Nevertheless he put on a bright smile and said
"Hehehe Master, do not worry things are not as bad as before."
Tang Sanzang squinted his eyes.
The youth quickly mentioned all the current affairs of the province to the monk who was trying to meditate.
After hearing it the Tang Sanzang thought to himself.
[This Kylo is really scary. It has been only few days he arrived and it seems like a war will erupt anytime.]
He looked at the youth and just laughed
"Hahahaha"
Seeing his master laughing brightly the youth also laughed
"Hehehehe"
"Hahaha you are saying these things aren't bad? hahahaha."
"Hehe... he?" He could notice a little change in his master's tone. And his intuition which was probably, only for now almost on par with Liu Zhengnan screamed danger.
He quickly added "Master, you can concentrate slowly now. I will do rest of the remaining work."
The youth tried to get away from his master.
Tried to.
Tang Sanzang grabbed his hair and pulled him lightly and said "How dare you fucking say this is nothing when all those dickheads are calling for backers, and here I am being stupid and hiding for who knows how long."
"Ma-mast..."
Before youth could finish speaking Tang Sanzang said calmly "You just became stupid because you have too much hair.... As your master it is my duty to help you. And since I know the cure to your stupidity I will do it personally. Tomorrow I will personally shave your head."
The youth was flabbergasted. Seeing the satisfied and peaceful smile on his master's face the youth just screamed "I knew it!! You were fucking jealous of my hair, you damn baldy master!!!!!!"
"How dare you say your master as a jealous guy?!?! As a punishment you will remain bald for a year."
"Noooooooooo--"
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(Author Note:- Monks are scary as always~)