Nightmare Apostle

Although Yang Xiao had already informed him of the results in advance, it wasn’t until he saw it with his own eyes that he believed everything really existed.

"Terrifying..." Chen Nang said in a voice only he could hear.

The unfamiliar face now perfectly embedded on his own, aside from a faint red line at the seam, showed almost no flaws.

If he hadn’t seen it firsthand, he wouldn’t dare believe there was such a frightening ability; his reverence for Yang Xiao deepened further.

After confirming the face was flawless, Chen Nang turned to Yang Xiao and asked, "The face is seamless, but what about the voice?"

"Don’t worry about that; this guy’s identity within the Han Family is special. He mainly oversees the special operations team, and everyone who has heard him speak is already dead." Yang Xiao replied assertively.

"This is unstable. How about you ruin my voice then? We can claim I was seriously injured." Chen Nang suggested.

"Hiss—" Yang Xiao took a cold breath, looking at Chen Nang with increased appraisal, "Not bad, you have the guts, but it’s unnecessary. I’ll give you an elixir, which can produce a similar effect in the short-term. Over time, they’ll get used to it, and no one will suspect you."

"Besides, even if they suspect you, no one would dare touch you. You’re my man, and at critical moments, you can reveal your identity." Yang Xiao handed Chen Nang a Death Exemption Token.

"Won’t they try to harm me secretly?" Chen Nang asked.

Upon hearing this, Yang Xiao suddenly laughed disdainfully, "Rest assured, even if you gave them ten times the courage, they wouldn’t dare. If anything happens to you, for any reason, I’ll make Han Yu accompany you in death."

"No problem then. When do I go to the Han Family?" Chen Nang, decisive as ever, got straight to the point.

"Follow me out of here first; I’ll make the arrangements soon." Yang Xiao promised.

Regarding the face Chen Nang took off, Yang Xiao didn’t discard it. Instead, he found a clean box and stored it in the Mirror Secret Room, hoping someday to return it to Chen Nang.

He knew such hope was faint, but who can tell the future? He simply saw it as leaving a memento for Chen Nang.

What followed was much simpler. Under Vice Commissioner Zhao’s arrangement, Chen Nang, with his face successfully changed, smoothly infiltrated the Han Family and connected with the hidden operative placed by Vice Commissioner Zhao.

Vice Commissioner Zhao promised Yang Xiao that he would assist Chen Nang in rebuilding the special operations team that Yang Xiao had dismantled, with Chen Nang temporarily acting as its commander.

This was a temporary measure, as Yang Xiao planned to find a suitable replacement for him in the future; after all, Chen Nang had a criminal record, and Yang Xiao hoped he wouldn’t take action unless necessary.

His presence wasn’t for fighting, but as Yang Xiao’s agent to root himself in the Han Family, monitoring their every move.

Meanwhile, Yang Xiao and Vice Commissioner Zhao discussed initiating Plan B, which specifically targeted Han Yu, the current Family Head of the Han Family.

While supporting Han Yu, they would also search within the Han Family for someone who could replace him.

If Han Yu behaved obediently, so be it; if not, they’d find an opportunity to replace him with a proxy.

The method was simple: the way Han Li died is how Han Yu would disappear from this world, ensuring it would be flawless.

With matters concerning the Han Family wrapped up, Yang Xiao breathed a slight sigh of relief, for these tangled matters had indeed consumed much of his energy.

However, efforts weren’t in vain. Thankfully, the input and output were proportional, and through his strategies, he ultimately succeeded in controlling the famously strong Han Family in Jiangbei within his grasp.

This was a significant chess piece. With the Han Family’s support, he firmly established himself in Qinglan City and silently acquired his own influence.

In addition, he reconciled with Vice Commissioner Zhao, forming a defensive alliance, with the latter agreeing to hand over his connections and influence in the world of martial arts.

Yang Xiao hadn’t expected that he’d be promoted to the fourth-ranking officer at the headquarters within just half a year of arriving at Jiangbei Province Office and establish ties with Chief Commissioner Gu.

Besides, he had taken down the Northern Han Family, and with Vice Commissioner Zhao’s assistance, he would integrate various martial arts forces within Jiangbei Province, eventually becoming the recognized leader of Jiangbei Province’s martial arts world—just a matter of time.

But before this, he had one more thing to handle: a woman named Chi Dan was also in Qinglan City.

Previously, during the Han Family incident, she aided him and named her conditions. Now that the Han Family’s issues were resolved, he felt obliged to reciprocate.

This matter involved significant stakes, something he couldn’t decide alone. He needed to discuss strategies with Hong Anguo, the definitive leader of the Jiangbei Province Office.

Arriving at Hong Anguo’s office, Yang Xiao delicately explained his reasons, albeit after beautification.

Frankly, the offer from the Chamber of Commerce represented by Chi Dan was sincere; not only would they not compete with the Jiangbei Public Office but also grant ten percent of pure profit.

In addition, Yang Xiao himself would receive two percent of the pure profit.

It must be understood that the situation in Qinglan City was far more complex than Rongcheng. If he wished to operate here long-term, substantial financial and material resources were essential.

Currently, he couldn’t achieve this, and Chi Dan represented an opportunity for him, with the Business Association behind her.

This group from the Chamber of Commerce had nothing but money; it’s said that money can make Ghost turn the millstone, the essence of their survival.

Moreover, the Chamber of Commerce had a reputation for reliability; once they committed to something, they would certainly fulfill it.

After hearing Yang Xiao’s words, Hong Anguo seemed hesitant but ultimately agreed, stating it was entirely for Yang Xiao’s sake.

Understanding this gesture, Yang Xiao expressed his profound gratitude to Hong Anguo.

Yet, both knew the real reason: Hong Anguo was offering a favor graciously, as the Jiangbei Province Office also needed the money.

If this agreement succeeded, receiving ten percent of the pure profit from goods transported by the Chamber of Commerce to the Esoteric Sect annually was no small amount.

If that money were provided to the Jiangbei Province Office, it would greatly facilitate their development, giving Hong Anguo the freedom to initiate some real achievements for higher-ups.

Publicly and privately, it was a win-win situation, but the prerequisite was Yang Xiao convincing the High Priest Cannibal Buddha, which was the most important and crucial link.

Frankly speaking, Yang Xiao himself lacked confidence; the Esoteric Sect was infamously exclusionary, especially given previous conflicts with the Chamber of Commerce that caused considerable discord.

In the afternoon, as Yang Xiao was reviewing documents in his office, he received a secret telegram from the headquarters. The headquarters had approved his return to the Esoteric Sect to meet Cannibal Buddha and Dean Sheng.

The key to this mission was to bring Dean Sheng back and assist him in regaining Yiling Academy, set to depart five days hence.

"Great!" Clutching the secret telegram in his hand, Yang Xiao’s face couldn’t hide his excitement, fully aware of how long Dean Sheng had awaited this opportunity—bearing disgrace for ten years, now finally reaching the day of vindication!

Simultaneously, the headquarters responded to Yang Xiao’s previous telegram, approving his recommendation of Hong Anguo from Jiangbei Province Office as the front-line commander, with requests for both men and all relevant departments to collaborate, ensuring Dean Sheng’s reclamation of Yiling Academy.

Upon receiving the telegram, Yang Xiao immediately approached Hong Anguo. Upon entering, observing Hong Anguo’s composed facade, Yang Xiao realized the man was undoubtedly an old fox.

Despite intercepting the telegram, he remained unfazed, an old hand in the martial arts world.

Without hesitation, Yang Xiao directly informed Hong Anguo of the headquarters’ arrangements, and Hong Anguo promptly made plans, directing Yang Xiao to disguise himself and secretly accompany the next Patrol Defense Office team’s schedule to the Esoteric Sect for detailed matters.

This was a caravan established by the Jiangbei Public Office, transporting goods urgently needed by the Esoteric Sect; similar trade had occurred many times between them, greatly successful cooperation.

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