I Only Stomp on Weaklings

Duke Jingguo’s mansion, Gu Zhengwu sat solemnly in the sword cleaning hall, focused intently on wiping the treasured sword in his hand.

He had been cleaning the sword here all day.

News kept coming in; first, Fifth Uncle received an urgent report, didn’t even take a carriage, and rushed out immediately, indicating that something significant had occurred.

Shortly thereafter, another urgent report arrived, even his father was alerted.

Gu Zhengwu also obtained some intelligence, suggesting that there was a major incident at Tianlao prison.

Tianlao prison?

It’s astonishing that the hand of the Tianxia Sect could reach into Tianlao prison; such strength is truly unfathomable.

Then, more news flowed in.

That bastard encountered a serious problem.

As for what the trouble was, it was spoken vaguely.

Gu Zhengwu was patient, waiting persistently.

He waited until nightfall.

Finally, complete information was returned.

"It is said that the restrictions on the third level of Tianlao prison loosened, and a First Grade expert imprisoned there broke loose. Seventh Young Master happened to be inside and was nearly killed."

Nearly?

He actually didn’t die?

Gu Zhengwu paused his sword-wiping motion, gently put down the sword, and asked with an indistinguishable tone of happiness or anger, "How did he survive?"

The subordinate cautiously replied, "It’s heard that Princess Mingyu was visiting Princess Lingyu, and together with Seventh Young Master, they faced danger. Princess Lingyu intervened upon knowing, saving both of them. It is said that Princess Lingyu’s killing instinct surged, and she slaughtered all eighteen First Grade inside Tianlao prison."

Princess Lingyu?

Gu Zhengwu hadn’t expected at the end because of this madwoman, his plan had failed.

If it weren’t for Princess Lingyu, that bastard would have died in Tianlao prison, and no one could suspect him.

What a pity.

Gu Zhengwu asked again, "Did Fifth Uncle and Father rush to Tianlao prison upon hearing the news?"

Logically, this matter should have been handled by Fifth Uncle alone. Why did Father also have to go out after a while?

"It’s said that at the time, the one on duty at Six Gates was that red-robed Mr. Xu, who originally wanted to detain Seventh Young Master. The Duke had to personally go and demand him."

"So that’s how it is."

Duke Jingguo’s mansion also has political enemies, that red-robed Mr. Xu is one of them.

This person acts this way only to disgust Duke Jingguo’s mansion. It’s impossible to actually deal with that bastard.

Gu Zhengwu said, "Alright, you may leave."

After the person left, he took out the black token once more; his mind immersed in it, his consciousness entered the black hall again.

The black-clad figure still sat high within.

Gu Zhengwu said, "Your operation failed, he didn’t die."

The black-clad figure said indifferently, "Our agreement was to take his life before the Mid-Autumn night banquet. Saying it failed now is still too early. The Tianxia Sect never fails to kill its target."

"Fine. Then I’ll wait for your sect’s good news."

"However, according to the rules of the Tianxia Sect, each operation requires you to do something for our sect."

Gu Zhengwu replied coldly, "You failed. What’s it got to do with me?"

The black-clad figure said, "As per our sect’s plan, killing a Second Grade is more than enough. Even with an additional Princess Lingyu, it’s absolutely impossible to protect him. So, definitely there was an error in your intelligence, this person has some exceptionally formidable means. The sect’s losses should be compensated by you."

"Impossible!"

"You can also cancel the transaction, but the cost is..."

Gu Zhengwu’s face turned exceptionally somber, "Are you threatening me?"

The black-clad figure said softly, "If you are unable to become the next Duke Jingguo, you are worthless to our sect. How to choose or think, you are smart."

Gu Zhengwu knew there was no turning back, steeled himself, and said, "Alright. Just next time, if you fail again, I’ll wash my hands of it."

After speaking, he disappeared from the scene.

In the black hall, a cold chuckle echoed, "Heh."

...

"You really gave me an enormous surprise!"

Inside the carriage, Gu Haichuan’s face was ashen, staring hard at Chen Ming, "Those prisoners in Tianlao, are you the one who killed them?"

Chen Ming, looking innocent, said, "You heard it just now, I acted under the orders of Princess Lingyu. She ordered me, how could I dare disobey?"

Gu Haichuan scolded furiously, "Princess Lingyu is of royal descent, the Emperor’s niece. Even if she pierces the sky, the Emperor won’t blame her. Can you compare to her? If not for Second Brother personally intervening, you would have been put in Tianlao prison already, you know?"

Chen Ming cried out in grievance, "The circumstances then were urgent, if I wasn’t following Princess Lingyu closely, any First Grade could have killed me. I was forced to act. Please don’t be angry, Fifth Uncle."

"Don’t call me Fifth Uncle."

Gu Haichuan was truly furious this time, the trouble this brat caused was truly significant, "Starting tomorrow, you are not allowed to go out, stay calmly in the Duke’s mansion. Don’t go anywhere."

"Oh."

...

When Chen Ming returned to the Duke’s mansion, the sky was already completely dark.

This time, it was indeed quite dangerous; had Princess Lingyu not voluntarily taken the blame, stating that killing those First Grade was her responsibility, he may not have gotten out from Six Gates that easily.

Under the Emperor’s rule, killing eighteen First Grade prisoners is indeed a scandalous matter. Six Gates can’t cover it up.

Who are the people detained in Tianlao prison?

With Princess Lingyu, the Emperor’s own niece, this time, the Six Gates will definitely bear the Emperor’s wrath.

The Six Gates will certainly want to find someone to push out as a scapegoat. The person was killed by him, and he can’t shake off the blame no matter what.

Who knew, Princess Lingyu took the initiative to be the scapegoat.

This counts as owing her a huge favor.

No problem, this favor was owed by Gu Xianyu, what’s it got to do with me, Chen Ming?

Chen Ming thought in peace of mind.

As soon as he entered the courtyard, he met the maid Xia He, whose eyes were red from crying, seemingly, the news of his incident had already spread.

After he asked a few questions, he got a sense of the situation.

Everyone outside was saying that the person was killed by Princess Lingyu, and he was just lucky enough to run into Princess Lingyu and escaped with his life.

"Very good, it seems no one believes I could kill a First Grade."

Chen Ming thought this was the best outcome.

After comforting the little maid with a few words, he sent her back to rest.

He stayed alone in the room, pondering the whole incident.

"The person from the Undying Sect said that someone wants to take my life, who could that be?"

The energy needed to create a problem in the dungeon is unimaginably large.

Something’s not right.

If the other party has such power, why not just kill me directly? Why go through all this?

There is too little useful intelligence, making it difficult to speculate who the mastermind is.

"Turn it around, if I die, who benefits the most?"

Chen Ming quickly found the core key.

Who would most want him dead?

Almost instantly, he thought of two people, the second elder Gu Zhengtian and the third elder Gu Zhengwu!

As for other people, they lack strong motivation.

Even if the Gu Family has any adversaries, without knowing his true strength, they wouldn’t mobilize such a formidable lineup to kill him.

The Mid-Autumn Feast is approaching, and how many eyes in the Capital City are watching?

The more significant the big shots in the Capital City, the less likely they will make any move at this time.

But the second and third are different. Not only do they want him dead, but they want him dead before the Mid-Autumn Feast.

"How did they do it?"

Chen Ming felt that with the status and power of these two people, they seemed unlikely to do such a big thing.

Got it!

When in doubt, ask the turtle shell.

He took out the turtle shell from his bosom, and after being nurtured for these days, its luster had been restored a lot. Asking about some pointed issues should be no problem.

"Turtle shell, oh turtle shell, please tell me, in this event of danger at the dungeon, is the mastermind one of Gu Zhengtian or Gu Zhengwu?"

After Chen Ming asked, he felt a sense of it in his heart.

So it is them!

Unbelievable, these two actually did such a significant thing to kill him, causing problems in the dungeon’s restrictions, which is not something ordinary people could achieve.

Indeed, never underestimate anyone.

After clarifying who the mastermind is, the sense of crisis within Chen Ming became even stronger, who knows if they will make another move?

He had to think of a way to take them down.

After thinking it over, he decided to consult the old Taoist priest; this person knows a lot of secrets, and he is not an ordinary person.

"Master Wangchen, Master Wangchen, Master Wangchen!"

...

Chen Ming’s consciousness entered that cave mansion again.

The old Taoist priest appeared even more ethereal, "It seems, little friend, you have just killed quite a few people. The intense aura of hostility on you even makes this old Taoist a bit startled."

"Master, your eyesight is sharp, today I encountered great danger, almost unable to see you again."

The old Taoist obviously didn’t believe his words. He didn’t have a wound on his body, what danger could it be?

"Little friend, you are a person with deep fortune, even if you encounter any danger, you can turn misfortune into fortune, turning calamity into blessing."

"This time is different."

Chen Ming briefly recounted what happened today, "Through the turtle shell, I confirmed that the mastermind is either my second or third brother. It’s really unbelievable, how did they achieve such a thing?"

After hearing this, the old Taoist pondered for a moment, then said, "Such a style of doing things, it reminds this old Taoist of a power. Perhaps, it is related to them."

He hurriedly asked, "Oh? What power?"

The old Taoist said, "Heaven Kill Sect!"

"Heaven Kill Sect? Master, are you referring to that most mysterious Heaven Kill Sect within the Longevity Sect?"

"Exactly. This power has always been hidden in the shadows, specializing in assassination activities. They entice people from major powers, luring them to join Heaven Kill Sect by offering to kill for them as a condition. For each person killed, they have to do one thing for Heaven Kill Sect. Through this method, they have formed a massive dark web in secret. No one knows if anyone is their member."

Upon hearing his description, Chen Ming couldn’t help but feel alarmed.

If this is true, then the Heaven Kill Sect is terrifying.

This means anyone might suddenly strike to kill him. This is truly indefensible.

Perhaps, a certain clan elder from the Gu Family owes the Heaven Kill Sect a favor and suddenly comes to obliterate him with a single palm strike.