Chapter 421: Chapter 371: The Old Beggar’s Intelligence Network

「The next morning.」

「Jingzhao City.」

「Town Martial Department Headquarters.」

As soon as Lin Yi stepped into the building, several members of the Town Martial Department hurriedly bowed to him in salute.

"Lord General!"

"Greetings, Lord General!"

Lin Yi gave a slight nod and headed straight for Old He’s office upstairs.

KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK—

A few knocks rang out.

Old He’s voice came from inside.

Lin Yi pushed the door open and walked in. Inside, he saw not only Old He,

but Wei Shang and Feng Lei as well.

The moment they saw Lin Yi, they quickly stood up.

"Lord General!"

Their respectful attitude was something Lin Yi still found a bit unfamiliar.

After all, they had all been roommates before.

Wei Shang and Feng Lei may have been there on a mission,

but now their relationship was that of superior and subordinates. This was especially clear from the look of reverence in their eyes.

Lin Yi quickly smiled and said, "Don’t be so formal. Please, sit down."

Only then did the two of them sit back down on the sofa.

Old He smiled as he walked out from behind his desk.

"Elder He, is there something you needed to see me about?" Lin Yi asked with a smile, glancing at him.

Old He nodded. "Come, come, let’s sit and talk."

Lin Yi and Old He sat down on the sofa one after the other.

"Elder He, if you have something to say, please just say it," Lin Yi said with a smile after they were seated.

Hearing this, Old He exchanged a look with Wei Shang and Feng Lei.

He nodded and said, "Alright, I’ll get straight to the point."

"You all did an excellent job on the mission to purge the Blood Handprint."

"However, we’ve received word that three Blood Envoys are still unaccounted for. I’ve already sent Elder Qu and Elder Yang to find the two Blood Envoys hiding in the New District."

"We’ve heard there’s another Blood Envoy in the Old District."

"You came from the Old District, so you’re more familiar with the situation there."

"So... my thought is, I’d like you to lead a team back to the Old District and find Bard."

"Dead or alive, either is fine... And while you’re at it, completely destroy all their feeding grounds and fodder farms in the Old District."

After Old He finished speaking,

Lin Yi didn’t answer right away, instead falling into deep thought.

’I actually had my suspicions before I even got here,’ he thought.

’And I figured Old He would definitely assign this Old District mission to me personally.’

In truth, Lin Yi wasn’t opposed to returning to the Old District.

It was just as Wei Nan had said; this time, they would be returning in glory.

A moment later, Lin Yi nodded.

"Alright. When do we leave?"

When Lin Yi agreed, Old He was somewhat surprised.

He had thought Lin Yi might refuse or come up with some excuse.

After all, it had only been a little over a year since he’d left the Old District, a place that held so many bad memories for him.

Moreover, the environment in the Old District was vastly different from the New District.

Most people would find it difficult to readjust to life there after leaving.

But he hadn’t expected Lin Yi to agree so quickly and decisively.

This, in turn, left Old He feeling a bit caught off guard. He stared at Lin Yi intently for a moment.

He then said with a smile, "You’re not going to think it over?"

"What is there to think about? I’ve joined the Town Martial Department, so carrying out orders is my duty."

"Besides, I really do know the Old District better than anyone else."

"Sending me back to handle this mission is the smart choice."

After Lin Yi finished speaking with composure,

Old He nodded. "Good. Since you’ve decided, the sooner the better."

"News that the Blood Handprint members in the New District have been wiped out has likely already spread."

"The remnants are scattering in all directions. We’re worried Bard might get spooked as well. Your time is limited. You must find him before he can escape."

"And you must be one step ahead of them to destroy their feeding grounds and fodder farms."

"Lin Yi, this mission back to the Old District carries a heavy responsibility. I’ll have Wei Shang and Feng Lei go with you."

"Additionally, Shan Kui will lead the Right Guard and accompany you to the Old District."

After Old He finished, Lin Yi nodded.

"Understood. Since time is of the essence, let’s not waste any of it."

"We’ll set off for the Old District this afternoon."

After Lin Yi spoke,

Old He was taken aback. He hadn’t expected Lin Yi to be so decisive and efficient.

He originally thought that even if they were fast, they would wait until tomorrow to leave.

Who would have thought Lin Yi would want to leave this very afternoon?

Old He nodded. "Alright. Then I wish you a swift victory. Complete your mission and return soon."

"Alright!"

Lin Yi smiled and nodded.

Then, he turned to look at Wei Shang and Feng Lei.

"You two go find Shan Kui and meet up with him first. After lunch, head straight to the Old District."

"We’ll see each other in the Old District."

Upon receiving their orders, neither Wei Shang nor Feng Lei dared to delay.

They quickly clasped their fists in a salute. "Yes, Lord General!"

Then, the two of them hurried out.

Lin Yi remained in the office and discussed a few more details with Old He.

Old He handed him a file containing information on the feeding grounds and fodder farms in the various cities of the Old District.

It also included Bard’s personal file.

"Star Tempering Realm?"

Lin Yi was slightly taken aback when he saw Bard’s realm.

Old He smiled and nodded. "That’s right. That’s why this Bard is a job for you and you alone."

"Besides you, there’s no one else who can handle him."

"So, this trip to the Old District comes with considerable risk. You must be careful."

Lin Yi nodded and continued to flip through the files on the Old District.

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