Zhutian: From Douluo, the illusion becomes real

Chapter 696, Section 695: Awakening the Black and White Mystic Swords!

Due to changes within the net.

The current leader has changed.

He went from Lü Buwei to Ye Qingcang.

In addition, Ye Qingcang is on Han Fei's side.

Therefore, the headquarters of the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) was moved from Xianyang City to Xinzheng City.

The structure of the net is very interesting.

It has branches in each of the seven countries.

The location of the headquarters depends on where the current leader of the Luo Wang organization is.

If the current leader of the Luowang is a person from the State of Zhao.

Then, the headquarters of the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) will be moved to the State of Zhao.

If the current leader of the Luowang is a person from the State of Chu.

Then, the headquarters of the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) would be moved to the State of Chu.

If the current leader of the Luowang is a person from the State of Qi.

Then, the headquarters of the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) will be moved to the State of Qi.

And so on.

It replaced the original branch.

It evolved into headquarters.

As for the original headquarters, it was reduced to a branch.

Continue to control all Luo Wang assassins and intelligence liaison points within the country.

However, there are exceptions.

For example, Lü Buwei.

He was not a true Qin citizen.

However, he served the Qin state.

He was considered a figure within the Qin state's camp.

The headquarters of the Luo Wang organization was thus established in Xianyang.

Therefore, it mainly depends on one's stance.

You could say that your perspective is determined by your position.

But no matter what, it is an indisputable fact that Xinzheng has now become the headquarters of Luo Wang. Whether it is Hei Bai Xuan Jian or Ba Ling Long, they feel like they are coming home here. They can run into their peers or even former partners just by walking around the streets.

Even if killers shouldn't have feelings.

We should not let our guard down because of this.

But the change in mindset couldn't be hidden from him.

Qian Sha observed his surroundings while reflecting on his actions.

He didn't turn his head until he spotted a cryptic symbol at the corner of a wall, and looked at the alleyway opposite the symbol.

Get into it.

Based on the number of angles on that symbol.

After making three turns, it finally came to a stop.

Observed the surroundings.

His gaze lingered for a moment on a brick covered with white spiderwebs.

After confirming that no one was around.

Step forward.

Pull the brick out.

The bamboo strips inside were exposed.

The bamboo strip was small, about half the size of a palm.

It was cleverly hidden in the gap between the bricks and the wall.

This is also a common method of communication used by the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven).

There are methods for doing things in the wild.

Cities have their own methods.

Moreover, each level of assassin has its own level of communication hierarchy, which can also be called a codebook. Even if a normal person accidentally picks up a bamboo slip, it is impossible for them to see the information hidden on the bamboo slip.

To be fair, our ancestors were indeed wise.

Although there was no telegraph in this era.

There was no password either.

However, Luo Wang had already created the most basic and rigorous first-generation codebook.

Like a startled salamander.

The codebook she used was the Analects of Confucius.

The specially made kind.

Only the current leader of the Luo Wang organization has a copy as a backup.

When sending a message.

Or when issuing commands remotely.

The current leader of Luo Wang needs to break down the Analects in his possession into individual characters, arrange them into commands, and then encrypt them according to the corresponding numbers of these individual characters. For example, the fifth character on the third bamboo slip of the first volume is "见" (jiàn), and the information on the bamboo slip is "一三五" (yī sān wǔ). Similarly, the sixth character on the fourth bamboo slip of the second volume is "面" (miàn), and the information on the bamboo slip is "二四六" (èr sì liù). Even if others get the bamboo slips, they will not understand the meaning of "一三五" and "二四六", including other people within Luo Wang. Without a codebook, they will not know the meaning. Only Jing Ni herself knows that the individual characters behind these two numbers, when read together, mean "遇见" (jiàn jiàn), and can be successfully translated.

Moreover, because the Analects was specially made.

In other words, the codebook was specially made.

It is completely different from the Analects circulating in the market.

Don't be fooled by the fact that a single extra or missing character might appear on the second bamboo slip. In fact, the consequences of even one wrong character are quite terrifying. Some codebooks even deliberately miscarve characters to leave spaces before continuing to carve characters, thus achieving a discernible effect. Furthermore, the Analects on the market is inherently complex. What can be guaranteed is only that the content remains unchanged; the size of the characters is uncontrollable. The Analects purchased in Qin and those purchased in Qi would inevitably differ in their text layout and specifications, further ensuring that the codebook of the Luo Wang would not be leaked.

In fact, Luo Wang has a number of shady tactics.

Like Jing Ni, a top-tier killer.

As long as she doesn't betray you.

It's impossible for ordinary people to know which universal codebook she actually uses, because her usual hiding places contain more than just the Analects of Confucius. In fact, there's even a set of books that are completely based on the Analects but contain the opposite content. To put it bluntly, the same numbers will yield one answer when sent with the correct codebook and another when sent with the wrong codebook. Even if she's being coerced, the Luo Wang headquarters and the current leader know which codebook is genuine and can decipher the correct information, so they can still know Jing Ni's situation and the current changes in the situation.

In other words, Jing Ni could have feigned surrender.

Then, they gained the enemy's trust by selling a fake codebook.

Finally, the information in the true codebook was used to transmit the real situation to Luo Wang.

However, if things really develop to that point...

There's no need for Jingni to put up a futile resistance.

They were able to capture this grandmaster alive.

Or perhaps it's an unexpected visitor like Ye Qingcang.

They are either martial artists at the Celestial Realm.

It could be one of the seven kingdoms.

The Net had no power to resist these behemoths, and once they became enemies, there was no need for Jing Ni to inform them in this way.

Therefore, the relocation of the Luo Wang headquarters is necessary.

The Qin's Moon universe is ultimately a martial arts system.

In other words, these codebooks and intelligence could not be carried on one's person or transferred quickly. They could only be transported out in the most ordinary way. Even though Qin and Han were relatively close and bordered each other, it was still a considerable amount of work. Qin's border checks were very strict. Although carriages and caravans were allowed to pass and there was no corruption, such as deliberately blocking caravans, the sight of cartloads of bamboo slips being transported out would still arouse the vigilance of some border generals.

However, things are much easier once we get to South Korea.

South Korea's border troops are extremely lax.

Accepting bribes is also commonplace.

Moreover, the border army's generals were Bai Yifei's men.

They can even turn a blind eye to things like smuggling jade tigers.

Some bamboo slips.

The higher-ups have spoken again.

Nobody dares to block it.

Although there is another way, which is to have each assassin carry intelligence across the border, the main idea is to make up for the lack of quality with quantity. Assuming that the Luo Wang headquarters has 10,000 intelligence books, and each person carries one, it only takes two field missions by Luo Wang assassins in Xianyang City to basically bring them to Han. As the saying goes, everyone has their own expertise. Caravans cannot escape the inspection and blockade of the Qin army, but assassins can. They can find a dark place to hide and cross the border after the Qin army's search is over.

However, this approach increases the probability of intelligence leaks.

Luo Wang is not a villain.

Those below will inevitably have divided loyalties.

In addition, there are the Eight Swords of the King of Yue.

It has a high degree of autonomy.

This further increases the risk. Even if the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) takes secrecy measures, placing the bamboo slips in bamboo tubes and sealing them with beeswax or lids, and adding flint or similar materials, without special methods, rashly opening them would only burn the information inside. However, if the Luo Wang member delivering the message obtains the information, or if the Luo Wang member is intercepted and killed, this risk cannot be ignored. Moreover, once such an event occurs, it will inevitably be a mass attack, and the remaining manpower of the Luo Wang will not be enough to verify who is responsible. The lost information can only be considered a loss, and many plans will simply fall apart or be abandoned as a result.

No one can afford to take that risk.

So, it's okay to go slower.

Just in case.

The other members of the Eight Swordsmen of Yue were also responsible for escorting the prisoners.

Ensure that two grandmasters are present in every escort convoy.

Even the two grandmasters are not safe.

If it really comes down to targeting, there are ways to deal with it.

For example, a farmer's family.

If we grit our teeth, we can still produce three grandmasters.

But that's not necessary.

Two dogs fight, play off.

In this chaotic world, no one will do the work for someone else.

There's no need to offend those who are already entangled in the web of deception.

It's necessary to offend them, but we can't afford to.

Therefore, the security measures of the Luowang network are trustworthy.

Qian Sha didn't feel any sense of vigilance.

Instead, following instructions step by step, they arrived at the headquarters of the Luo Wang organization stationed in Xinzheng and, as directed, entered a small room.

The house is not big.

The interior facilities are also very simple.

Not many people.

There were only two people in sight.

But this greatly alarmed Qian Sha.

He quickly cupped his hands in greeting and respectfully addressed her as "Lord Jingni..."

"This is the current leader of our Luo Wang (Net of Heaven)."

Jingni nodded and introduced Ye Qingcang.

Jing Ni wasn't surprised that Qian Sha recognized her. She had the Jing Ni Sword hanging at her waist, and as long as Qian Sha wasn't blind, he would definitely be able to recognize her. Besides, there weren't many female assassins in the Luo Wang organization, and even fewer who could pull off the fish-scale dress she was wearing. Given her current position, it was perfectly normal for Qian Sha to be able to quickly confirm her identity.

In addition, it is estimated that Qian Sha has already figured it out from the position. She is behind Ye Qingcang, and in a position that is more to the right and rear. She has obviously given up the main position, which means that Ye Qingcang's status must be above hers. However, it is not easy to lock onto the target. After all, there is also a hierarchy within the Yue King Eight Swords.

Like the sun being obscured.

They would then have the qualifications and prestige to command other sword masters.

In addition, the wielders of the Eight Swords of the King of Yue often wore masks.

To avoid these misunderstandings.

Jingni still spoke up and gave an introduction.

This can be seen as giving Qian Sha a way out.

This includes giving Hei Bai Xuan Jian a way out.

Qian Sha himself was unaware of these things, but after hearing Jing Ni's explanation, he quickly reacted, adjusted his mindset, and bowed, saying, "Qian Sha greets the leader!"

Qian Sha is quite clever.

That's fairly smooth.

They didn't mention meeting the current leader, but directly referred to him as the leader.

Although it's just a small detail.

But the meaning is quite clear.

I only recognize you.

Rather than acknowledging the position of leader.

Even if Qian Sha's expression of this meaning may not be from his heart, the fact that he dared to make such a statement already surpasses that of many others, and undoubtedly brings him closer to others in terms of their relationship.

As one emperor said.

The Yangtze River is clear, while the Yellow River is muddy.

The Yangtze River flows, and so does the Yellow River.

Whether Qian Sha is loyal is important, but only relatively important. What truly determines whether Qian Sha is given an important position is his ability.

Unless his loyalty can reach the same level as Jing Ni's.

He was willing to pledge allegiance to Ye Qingcang.

Otherwise, it would all be meaningless.

However, on the other hand, Ye Qingcang didn't care about Qian Sha's loyalty, because what he needed was never Qian Sha, but the Black and White Xuanjian hidden in Qian Sha's body, one of the Eight Swords of Yue King.

"Alright, you've been wearing this mask for too long, it's time to take it off and get to know each other."

Ye Qingcang extended his hand.

Clap it with one palm.

The atmosphere was filled with a sense of impending doom.

This greatly alarmed Qian Sha, yet he was unable to break free.

until a certain moment.

Qian Sha lost all ability to resist.

Unexamined.

When you actually encounter a life-threatening crisis.

His expression suddenly froze.

The figure gradually became blurry.

Like a broken mirror.

The pair of menacing eyes behind the mirror were revealed.

Black and White Xuanjian makes his official debut!

The system has entered an awakened state!
Fortunately, Hei Bai Xuan Jian did not pick up his twin swords immediately upon being awakened. Instead, he scanned his surroundings with his eyes, lingering on the Jing Ni sword at Jing Ni's waist for two or three seconds before looking at Ye Qing Cang: "How long have I been asleep?"

"soon."

"At most three or four years."

Ye Qingcang was also unsure when Hei Bai Xuan Jian had fallen into a deep sleep. Even the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) only described Hei Bai Xuan Jian as sleeping and walking among mortals in the form of the Eight Linglong. The specific details were probably only known to Lü Buwei. After all, many secrets of a powerhouse like the Yue Wang Ba Jian (Eight Swords of Yue) would not be registered to prevent others from finding their weaknesses or identities in the real world, and thus launching targeted assassinations. Even though the Luo Wang's assassins were skilled in assassination, no one wanted to experience being assassinated, and no one dared to claim that they were flawless and invincible.

Therefore, the only certainty is the approximate time.

However, Hei Bai Xuan Jian didn't care about this.

Nod.

He guessed bluntly, "So, you're the current leader of the Luo Wang, the one who took the position from Lü Buwei?"

"You can say that."

Ye Qingcang nodded.

They readily admitted to this fact.

Hei Bai Xuan Jian had no intention of usurping power.

The decline is hard to conceal.

Perhaps it should be described as utter despair.

The listless man, devoid of any ambition, said, "Looks like I have a mission to be assigned to me. Tell me, which target are we going to assassinate this time?"

"You don't need to take action for now."

"Because we're not familiar with each other yet."

"We need some time to adjust."

"You also need some time to adjust."

"At least sharpen your two swords."

"Therefore, I have prepared a surprise for you."

"hope you will like it."

Ye Qingcang slowly stomped his foot, and to Hei Bai Xuanjian's astonishment, a wooden coffin rose from the ground. As the coffin lid opened automatically, it crashed to the ground, revealing the true face of the person inside.

But before Hei Bai Xuan Jian could be enraged by having his wounds touched, he was left speechless.

The woman in the coffin opened her dark red eyes.

He looked blankly at Hei Bai Xuan Jian.

He asked in surprise, "I..."

(End of this chapter)