Nine Revolutions Star Transformation

Chapter 280: Chapter 289: Trouble Arrives

After Ying Wanxiong left, it wasn’t long before Luo Ping arranged the matter of passing the levels and went to find Chu Linfeng. The incident this time was no small matter; he had to get to the bottom of it.

Chu Linfeng gave him the impression of an outstanding top-grade talent. If such a person received proper nurturing, their future achievements would be limitless. Not only could he ease many burdens for himself, but he could also create an outstanding talent for the Empire.

More importantly, his daughter, Luo Lin, seemed to have a good connection with him. If the two had the chance to be together, it would be perfect.

At this moment, Chu Linfeng’s Chaos Qi had already recovered more than half, and Luo Ping’s voice came from outside the door: ”Zhao Long, come out, I have something to ask you!”

Luo Ping was very clear whether Chu Linfeng was inside or not, as he could just use his Divine Sense to check. Hearing Luo Ping’s voice, Chu Linfeng immediately stopped absorbing Star Power.

Now that he sought him, surely something was up. Could it be about Ying Tianchou? It couldn’t be such a coincidence; no one knew about this, and he had to be cautious in dealing with it.

When Chu Linfeng opened the door and saw Luo Ping standing outside, he immediately said, ”Grand General, please come in. I don’t know what business the Grand General has with me?”

Luo Ping did not speak but carefully scrutinized Chu Linfeng. After about half a minute, he finally spoke, ”Have you been outside the Imperial City in the past two days?”

At this moment, he was also very suspicious. Ying Wanxiong repeatedly claimed that Zhao Long had slain his son, but Zhao Long showed no sign of injury. For an Earth Martial Realm Martial Artist to slay a Celestial Martial Realm Martial Artist was basically impossible.

Moreover, even if he could slay him, it would come at a significant cost, yet the boy was completely unscathed. No matter how much he doubted, it wouldn’t be him.

At the time the commotion outside the city occurred, he was watching others clear the levels in the secret chamber and was completely unaware. Otherwise, such a mess wouldn’t have happened.

Upon hearing Luo Ping’s words, Chu Linfeng immediately understood something. Ying Tianchou’s death was definitely discovered. He wondered whether Luo Ping was here to hold him accountable.

”I did go out, but I came back quickly. The Soldier Guards at the city gate all know this. I wonder why the Grand General is asking? What exactly happened?” Chu Linfeng replied calmly.

Luo Ping observed Chu Linfeng’s expression but did not see any flaw, so he said, ”Someone from the Prime Minister’s Mansion came just now, specifically looking for you. Ying Tianchou was slain, and they suspect you did it.”

Chu Linfeng instantly put on a very shocked expression and said, ”Ying Tianchou is dead? What on earth happened? He was a Celestial Martial Realm expert. Even if I wanted to kill him, I don’t have the ability. If we were to really fight, the one to die would only be me.

Besides, even if I had slain him, with my strength, I would at least be seriously injured, right? I am not injured at all right now. Is this possible? Please, Grand General, do justice for Zhao Long.”

Chu Linfeng’s words further convinced Luo Ping that Ying Tianchou’s death had nothing to do with him. Perhaps Ying Wanxiong just wanted to use his son’s death to provoke chaos in the Imperial City. Moreover, his recent dealings with people from the Sea Dragon Empire might indicate a conspiracy.

”This matter is indeed peculiar. If I’m not mistaken, someone will come to trouble you later. I am very familiar with Ying Wanxiong’s methods,” Luo Ping said.

”What should I do? With my strength, I can only be at the mercy of others. Please, Grand General, help Zhao Long find a solution,” Chu Linfeng deliberately showed weakness.

Chu Linfeng wasn’t very concerned about the coming people. If he couldn’t win, he could run. Once the Golden Demon Vulture finished absorbing the Profound Ice Toad’s Inner Core, few could catch up with its speed.

”Here’s what we’ll do. Stick with me for the next few days. After the trial ends, I’ll make you an Imperial City Guard directly. Even if Ying Wanxiong has power, he wouldn’t dare to touch the Imperial City Guard; that’s the advantage of becoming one,” Luo Ping said.

Chu Linfeng was delighted, having found a new backer. Ying Wanxiong must be Ying Tianchou’s father. Since he dared to confront me directly, I’ll play with him. If I don’t cause chaos in the Prime Minister’s Mansion, I’m not Chu Linfeng.

”Thank you, Grand General. By the way, what is the last level? Why is it taking so long?” Chu Linfeng asked, genuinely curious about the final level.

”The last level is a test of willpower. Every person enters an Illusion Realm chamber. The chamber isn’t big; as long as their will is firm, they will quickly find a way to break through. Some people get through within an hour, while others can’t for three days. The trial limit is three days,” Luo Ping said.

Chu Linfeng had deep experience with Illusions. If he entered, he might come out in five minutes, because with the Sword Spirit, these problems can generally be easily resolved. If the Purple Demon Thunder Fox were here, it would be even easier.

The Illusion Realm chamber’s illusions shouldn’t be too difficult to break, and Chu Linfeng really wanted to try it.

”Can I go in and take a look now?” Chu Linfeng asked.

”Why do you have such a thought? You should know that entering now, even if you passed the previous levels, would mean elimination if you couldn’t come out. Besides, there is only half a day left. It’s unnecessary to take risks,” Luo Ping said.

Luo Ping had already said so much that Chu Linfeng saw no need to insist, so he smiled and said, ”All right, let’s see how many have come through this time. It’s safer following the Grand General.”

Just five minutes after Chu Linfeng and Luo Ping left, three Tributors from the Prime Minister’s Mansion appeared outside his door.

”The boy is not inside. It looks like Luo Ping must have taken him away. It’s going to be tricky to capture him,” the middle-aged man said.

”We might have to directly snatch Zhao Long from Luo Ping. Otherwise, we can’t explain to the Prime Minister,” said the middle-aged woman.

”This matter shouldn’t be rushed. We should wait. This is a training ground, and Luo Ping has the authority to kill anyone here. Besides, his strength is in the Divine Martial Realm; I’m not sure I could hold him off for long,” the elder said.

After a brief stalemate, the middle-aged woman said, ”I think we can only act at night. Knowing the boy’s whereabouts, he won’t get away. Elder Yan will hold off Luo Ping, and I can handle the others on my own. I’ll leave capturing the boy to you.”

”All right! That’s the plan. We’ll come back tonight, figure out his room first, then act,” the middle-aged man said, and then the three quietly left.

The Golden Demon Vulture inside the room heard everything clearly. Had his strength not been so weak, he would’ve flown out to slaughter the three of them directly. Daring to harm the boss was courting death.

Luo Ping paused and said, ”Those three just stayed at your room for a moment. They found you weren’t there and left. They’ll probably come tonight; your luck is really at its lowest.”

”No problem, with the Grand General’s protection, I’ll be fine!” Chu Linfeng said.

”You’re oversimplifying. Among those three, one is a Divine Martial Realm expert. If he entangles me, the other two can easily target you. I’ve decided to take you to another safe place,” Luo Ping said.

”What place?” Chu Linfeng asked, shocked at the incoming people’s strength. A Divine Martial Realm expert – the Prime Minister’s Mansion was indeed full of hidden talents.

”The Second Prince’s residence. You’ll be safe there. As for why, you’ll understand when you get there,” Luo Ping said.

”The Second Prince? Yuwen Qingkong?” Chu Linfeng asked in amazement.