Nightmare Apostle

Yang Xiao was also stunned by the inquiry, originally thinking that Jiushan Cangxuan had already informed the Patrol General Bureau about this.

"It’s the Half Compassion Purple Body Buddha," Yang Xiao repeated once more.

"Did Li Lianyue personally come?" Director Gu pursued.

"Yes, she came personally, and not just her, but four other people as well, all Netherworld Envoys. To fend them off, five elders of the Jiushan family joined the battle. I heard Elder Jiushan Jinglan was also seriously injured," Yang Xiao honestly stated, "Two of the five were killed by several elders of Jiushan family."

"Tell me the full story behind this incident," Director Gu ordered.

Before returning, Yang Xiao had already coordinated his testimony with Jiushan Cangxuan about this matter, so he naturally wouldn’t say he got chased because he obtained the Wordless Heavenly Scripture. In the end, it was Jiushan Cangxuan who helped him find a way to shape the narrative.

He said he, by chance, spied on a secret meeting of the Black Buddha Mother Southwest Branch in Jiushan Cangxuan family’s Secret Realm, but unfortunately was discovered by the leading Half Compassion Purple Body Buddha, who remotely cursed him.

This explanation stands since everything other than the manner of getting trapped is indeed true.

"Did you hear what they were scheming?" Director Gu asked.

"No... no," Yang Xiao’s tone shifted, "But I recognized one of them, an attendee among them; he’s the former Sect Master of Yu Yuan Sect, no mistake."

Director Gu had clearly heard of this person as well, as the attack on Ru Lin Academy had caused an uproar domestically, reportedly Black Wood Society mobilized entirely in order to rescue this person.

But for some reason, the allies supposed to be life-and-death partners ended up in conflict, causing the Black Wood Society’s annihilation and Yu Yuan Sect to almost completely dissipate, leaving the young Sect Master missing. Reports said this person briefly appeared later in the Myanmar and Thailand region, within Yin Temple’s territory.

"Aside from the two, how many others were there at the meeting? Who can you recognize?" Director Gu’s face grew noticeably stern.

"There were... at least 10 others, possibly more, but I couldn’t clearly see their faces, only... a rough outline," Yang Xiao dared not conceal anything about such matters, straight truth was his approach.

"If you encounter these people face-to-face in the future, can you be sure to recognize some of them?" Director Gu pursued.

"Well... I wouldn’t dare guarantee it," Yang Xiao admitted truthfully.

Now Yang Xiao wasn’t completely naive either; he knew what Director Gu feared. He feared this group wasn’t entirely Black Buddha Mother’s direct subordinates but inside informants within major forces.

This wasn’t just random speculation but judgment based on facts, for in order to silence him, the other side brought five Netherworld Envoys, led by a master like Half Compassion Purple Body Buddha, clearly intent on eliminating all traces.

Such a lineup is enough to sweep away a top-tier force; even Ru Lin Academy would struggle against it.

If it were merely an internal meeting, such extensive measures wouldn’t be necessary; the only possibility is that Yang Xiao saw something he shouldn’t have.

He knew he hadn’t seen anything clearly, nor heard anything substantial, but the other side didn’t know that, which led to the misunderstanding.

Yang Xiao hoped for a chance to personally explain to the Half Compassion Purple Body Buddha.

But an assuring thought was Jiushan Cangxuan’s personal promise to him, saying he used methods to mask his aura, estimating that even Half Compassion Purple Body Buddha and others assumed he was already dead, and there’d be no necessity for silencing a dead person.

Among those attending can likely be "Buddha’s son" level high-tier insiders, plotting a major scheme.

What further unsettled Yang Xiao was the presence of the former Sect Master of Yu Yuan Sect at this meeting; Yang Xiao’s apprehension towards this individual exceeded even that towards Half Compassion Purple Body Buddha.

Previously Su Tingting had warned him, saying she had a Ghost Dream, dreaming of the Nine-layered Demon Tower sinking to the lake’s bottom, followed by a dream of being killed by a mysterious person.

After Yang Xiao’s verification, that person turned out to be none other than that Sect Master.

As long as this person remains alive, Yang Xiao won’t find peace in either mind or body, and what makes him even more uneasy is this guy’s allegiance to the Black Buddha Mother.

Later Yang Xiao also reported to Director Gu about other incidents he had encountered, including attacks from Kakemono Ninja Team General and experiences in his last nightmare mission at the hidden Youjian Mountain Station.

Upon hearing this, even the experienced Director Gu found his gaze towards Yang Xiao imbued with subtlety; he never anticipated such a seemingly unremarkable mission to reveal so many major events.

"Yang Xiao, you’ve done excellent work, handling these matters very prudently. That’s all for today, you may leave now."

"Remember, do not speak of anything you discussed with me today to anyone else, including your leaders at Jiangbei Province Office, understood?" Director Gu asked quietly.

"Understood," Yang Xiao stood at attention.

He certainly wouldn’t mention these matters were related either to the Black Buddha Mother or Ghost Sect, none were to be trifled with. Avoiding trouble was preferable, doing good required capability and waiting for the right moment.

The priority now was working discreetly, enduring to grow stronger, having supportive sister and Hundred Demons Coffin Clothes, he wasn’t afraid of time, he was a late-game hero, invincible when matured.

Before leaving, Yang Xiao noticed Director Gu calling Qu Muzhi over, whispering something in confidence, their closeness stirred Yang Xiao’s envy.

He couldn’t help but silently curse, if only his father had been a bit more capable, then this godfather might have been his, Yang Xiao’s.

Earlier when he was in Japan, Mu Yunshu had told him that the reason Qu Muzhi was valued and transferred into the General Bureau was because a big figure had taken a liking to him and wanted him as an adjutant, and this big figure had been Qu Muzhi’s father’s old superior.

Now the truth was out, this old superior was none other than Director Gu.

In this place, Yang Xiao had no right to speak. After being questioned, he was dismissed, not even qualified to linger there. As he just left the office, he was taken away by the middle-aged captain waiting outside the door.

Yang Xiao originally thought he could catch up with his good brother Qu Muzhi, but now it seemed there was no such opportunity, everyone was too busy.

On the way out, Yang Xiao’s mind kept replaying the conversation with Director Gu today, wondering if he had misspoken or made any mistakes.

But just as he descended the stairs, not yet stepping out the door, the middle-aged captain leading the way suddenly stopped, nearly causing Yang Xiao, lost in thought, to collide with him. As he looked up blankly, he saw a figure blocking the entrance.

"Long time no see." The greeting came from a casually dressed girl, with a sweet smile and a hint of cunning at the corner of her mouth.

"It’s you!" Yang Xiao was startled, the girl was his adjutant during the mission to Japan, named Mu Yunshu, but she admitted it was a fake name.

Mu Yunshu spared Yang Xiao a glance, turned her gaze to the leading middle-aged man, and naturally said, "Captain Xiao, Mr. Yang is my friend, I want to keep him for a little chat."

The middle-aged man was obviously a bit embarrassed, "But the Director..."

Seeing the middle-aged captain hesitating, Mu Yunshu leaned in, skillfully shaking the captain’s arm, wearing an ingratiating expression, she pouted, "Uncle Xiao, please help, just for a while, it won’t take long. If Grandpa blames anyone, I’ll take responsibility, you know he won’t say anything to me..."

"Well... alright, but just for a little while, this is a restricted zone, you can’t stay here, talk outside." Captain Xiao maintained his firm boundaries.

"Thank you, Uncle Xiao!" Mu Yunshu winked at Yang Xiao, then led the way outside. She knew some things were non-negotiable, such was the rule—no rule, no order.

From the girl’s manner of addressing, Yang Xiao realized her true identity, she wasn’t Mu, she was Gu, the granddaughter of Director Gu.

Previously, Yang Xiao had speculated about the girl’s identity, now it seems his judgment was quite accurate. Indeed, how could someone without connections be tasked with such important duties?

For this mission to Japan, he was the nominal special envoy, but in reality, the adjutant girl wielded all the power, their roles were overt and covert, all his decisions had to follow the girl’s instructions.

"Qu Muzhi, you wretched...," Yang Xiao gritted his teeth, begrudgingly wishing his good brother well. They were both orphans, yet the difference between people was so great, why did all the benefits fall to this kid? Yang Xiao was the first to be dissatisfied.

"Have you seen that fool?" Walking across the vast grass in the courtyard, Mu Yunshu had her hands in her pockets, moving leisurely and freely as if strolling in her own garden.

Oh, not as if, this was indeed her home.

"Yes, I met him, Captain Qu is Director Gu’s adjutant with a bright future ahead. I’m genuinely happy for him," Yang Xiao replied.

"You’re not bad either, your mission this time was a success, the Jiu Mountain Family has a favorable impression of you, and the higher-ups are very pleased."

"That’s also thanks to your efforts, it’s all well-planned by the higher-ups," Yang Xiao said diplomatically.

"Of course, my efforts count, but yours mustn’t be overlooked either. Yang Xiao, you’ve not been with the Patrol Defense Office for long, your foundation isn’t deep enough. You must understand, hard work doesn’t always guarantee rewards. Sometimes qualifications and background are also crucial," Mu Yunshu suddenly advised.

Yang Xiao detected the implication in the girl’s words and couldn’t help but probe, "Miss Gu, there’s no one else here, feel free to speak plainly."

Hearing this, Mu Yunshu laughed, "That’s your fault, you clearly understand, why ask further?"

"Although you made contributions this time, there’s a high chance there won’t be any overt commendation because you’re too young, and your promotions have been fast enough, already causing dissatisfaction among some. It’ll be tough to advance further."

"You lack a foundation, I mean a strong enough one. What you’re truly missing is a solid backing to speak up for you at key moments in critical meetings." The girl finally bared her fangs.

As soon as she said this, Yang Xiao immediately understood, realizing the girl wasn’t here by chance.

She had been waiting for him.

Without further hesitation, Yang Xiao promptly pledged his loyalty in a low voice, "Miss Gu, please convey to Director Gu that I, Yang Xiao, am someone who remembers favors. I know that this mission to Japan was strongly recommended by Director Gu, and I won’t forget his kindness. Gratitude must be repaid, if ever there is a need for me, Yang Xiao, just send word, I will do my utmost!"

Upon hearing this, Mu Yunshu turned around, blinking at him, half serious, half teasing, "Hey, you sound awfully practiced, how many people have you said this to?"

Yang Xiao straightened up, earnestly saying, "I remember all who have favored me, and I’ve said this to them too. Is repaying gratitude wrong?"

"I’m not Grandpa, I don’t have his ability to distinguish true loyalty, but I trust that fool’s judgment."

Mu Yunshu raised her hand, skillfully patting Yang Xiao’s shoulder, her expression becoming increasingly inscrutable, "Yang Xiao, you’ll have opportunities in the future, and very soon. But whether you can seize them, that’s up to you."

"However, I must warn you, if you ever dare to backstab us, you will pay the price."

"Your little girlfriend from the Yu Yuan Sect, your Sun and Moon Divine Sect, your Second Demon Uncle and two martial brothers, and you, Ming Emperor Ye Xiao..."

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