I Grind to Martial Saint

Han Yuan was only one man; it was impossible for him to stop all the fleeing Cyan Cloud Disciples.

Besides, with Lü Zhengyun and his son already dead, these small fries couldn’t stir up any trouble.

He looked toward the spectating Martial World Wanderers and said coolly, "Are you still here to watch the show?"

These Martial World Wanderers loved to fish in troubled waters, so it was best to drive them off first.

Otherwise, they might take the opportunity to sneak into the Cyan Cloud Sect and pilfer something.

Hearing Han Yuan’s words, a chill ran down the spines of the many Martial World Wanderers. They departed in a hurry, terrified that Han Yuan would cleave them in two.

Only then did Han Yuan take out a few Elixir Pills and consume them, before standing in place to wait quietly.

As the pure Medicinal Power spread through him, Han Yuan started to feel less weak.

After the time it took for an incense stick to burn, officials and constables from the local County Yamen finally arrived.

With two successive County Magistrates dead and a new one yet to be appointed, the Mingzhi County Yamen was currently under the acting management of County Magistrate Zhang Hui.

Having been an official for many years, this Zhang Hui was naturally a crafty old fox.

News that Han Yuan intended to visit the Cyan Cloud Sect had spread through every street and alley, so there was no reason for him not to have known.

Yet he had remained silent, merely dispatching men to keep a constant watch on the situation at the Cyan Cloud Sect.

The moment Zhang Hui learned that Han Yuan had slain Lü Zhengyun and his son, he didn’t hesitate. He immediately mobilized his forces and charged up to the Cyan Cloud Sect with his men at top speed.

"Zhang Hui, County Magistrate of Mingzhi, pays his respects to Director Han!"

Zhang Hui approached Han Yuan with a respectful expression and offered a cupped-fist salute.

Han Yuan gave him a casual glance and said coolly, "The Cyan Cloud Sect harbored the murderer of two County Magistrates, an unforgivable crime. I have already slain their Sect Leader."

As he spoke, he pointed to the unconscious Wanghai. "This man’s name is Wanghai. He is the true killer of the County Magistrates. Take him back and interrogate him thoroughly."

Zhang Hui hastily replied, "Rest assured, Director Han. I will get to the bottom of this and ensure the two County Magistrates did not die in vain!"

With that, he had his men take Wanghai away.

The next order of business was, naturally, to seize the assets of the Cyan Cloud Sect.

Han Yuan first put away Lü Zhengyun’s Cyan Rainbow Sword.

This was a Treasure Sword, one that even his Dragon Sparrow Cloud-Splitting Saber couldn’t break. Naturally, he couldn’t let it be confiscated by the state.

Only then did Han Yuan order the men to begin searching the Cyan Cloud Sect.

Box after box of gold, silver, and jewelry was carried out, piling up like a mountain.

There were also a great number of Martial Arts Secret Manuals, enough to fill three or four large wooden chests.

Han Yuan looked through them first himself but found no Cultivation Techniques that he needed.

After all, the Cyan Cloud Sect specialized in sword arts, which didn’t really match his own martial path.

In addition, there was a huge pile of weapons.

Finally, seeing that it would take ages to catalog everything, Han Yuan simply had Zhang Hui arrange for people to transport it all back to the County Yamen to be tallied up later.

Even so, the work kept them busy until nightfall.

Han Yuan descended from the Cyan Cloud Sect’s mountain and led his men along the main road back to Mingzhi County.

He was surprised to discover that even after dark, the main road was still crowded with convoys.

However, they were all heading in the opposite direction.

Upon seeing Han Yuan’s party, the people in these convoys seemed exceptionally frightened. They all lowered their heads, not daring to even glance their way.

’Why does it look like these people are fleeing a disaster?’

Han Yuan narrowed his eyes.

Zhang Hui gave an awkward smile. "Director Han... these convoys most likely belong to the local families from the county town."

"As you know... the Cyan Cloud Sect has been entrenched in Mingzhi County for many years and has close ties to the local influential families."

"These people are likely afraid you’ll come after them next... so they’re fleeing in the dead of night."

Only then did Han Yuan understand.

He said nothing more, simply continuing toward Mingzhi County.

...

「The next day.」

News that Han Yuan had shattered the gates of the Cyan Cloud Sect single-handedly with his saber and slain Sect Leader Lü Zhengyun once again rocked the Martial World of Cangshui County.

No one could have imagined that the Cyan Cloud Sect, one of the Three Major Sects, would fall in such a manner.

Although the sect hadn’t been completely annihilated, everyone knew that the elders and disciples who had fled posed no real threat.

From this day forward, the Cyan Cloud Sect was now a thing of the past.

Perhaps in a dozen years or so, no one would even speak its name.

Of course, beyond the shock, many began to speculate that Han Yuan might make a move against the other two major Martial World Sects.

After all, Han Yuan was currently so dominant and terrifying that he seemed poised to sweep through all of Cangshui County.

"Han Yuan is so damn powerful!!!"

"Unless a Gang Essence master makes a move, who could possibly be his opponent?"

"The Divine Fist Sect and the Rain Flower Sect must be trembling in fear right now."

Many people were eagerly awaiting Han Yuan’s next move.

Five days passed in the blink of an eye. During this time, Han Yuan had remained in Mingzhi County to recover from his injuries.

His body had suffered many sword wounds during his battle with Lü Zhengyun.

However, his constitution was formidable. By circulating his Innate Great Demon True Qi to heal, five days was enough time for him to make a full recovery.

「On this day.」

Zhang Hui came to visit, holding an account book in his hand.

"Director Han... all the assets confiscated from the Cyan Cloud Sect have been recorded in this ledger."

Zhang Hui said respectfully.

Han Yuan wasn’t particularly interested in gold and silver at the moment. He glanced at the ledger a few times before saying casually, "A job well done."

"In a few days, someone from the Observatory will come to collect it."

Zhang Hui heard the implication in Han Yuan’s words. "Director Han... does this mean you’re leaving?"

Han Yuan nodded. "My injuries have healed. It’s time to set out."

Hearing this, Zhang Hui couldn’t help but ask, "Director Han... if I may be so bold..."

"Are you returning to Cangshui County Town, or..."

Han Yuan smiled. "Of the Three Great Sects, I’ve only ’visited’ one. There are still two more to go."

Hearing this, Zhang Hui understood Han Yuan’s meaning. He asked softly, "Director Han... should I spread the news?"

Han Yuan gave a noncommittal smile. "What do you think?"

As the old fox he was, Zhang Hui naturally understood Han Yuan’s meaning. He immediately cupped his fist. "I will see to it at once!"

Han Yuan shook his head. "Not just yet. Arrange a swift horse for me. I’m going directly to the Rain Flower Sect."

The Rain Flower Sect was located in the plains of Cangshui County. It was not directly accessible by waterway, so he would have to travel by horse.

The journey wasn’t too long. Traveling day and night, he should be able to arrive within five days.

"As you command," Zhang Hui nodded again.

...

Soon, news that Han Yuan was going to ’visit’ the Rain Flower Sect spread rapidly.

"This time... I wonder how the Rain Flower Sect will respond?"

"The Rain Flower Sect is the weakest of the Three Major Sects. I doubt they can stand against Han Yuan."

"Not necessarily... Don’t forget, there’s still the Divine Fist Sect... If those two team up, they might just be a match for Han Yuan."

"That makes sense!"

Everyone in the Martial World was discussing how the Rain Flower Sect would respond.

Strangely, however, the Rain Flower Sect—the party in question—showed no reaction. Everything continued as normal.

It was as if they didn’t take Han Yuan seriously at all.

This, naturally, only made people more confused.

After all, the man had just shattered the gates of the Cyan Cloud Sect. How could the Rain Flower Sect not feel any sense of urgency?

This turn of events made many Martial World Wanderers even more curious, and they began to flock to Pinglin County Town, where the Rain Flower Sect was located.

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