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Lu Chen was not asking casually.

He thought about it for a long time, but still couldn't figure out how to escape his current situation.

The Black Kill Pavilion has essentially gained complete control over its information.

They know where I'm from, they know I have younger siblings, and they've even come all the way to Qingshan Village to spy on me.

This is no different from sneaking up to someone's bedside in the middle of the night without them even realizing it.

He could be killed at any time if the Black Killing Pavilion wanted to.

This time I was lucky; only one person with weak abilities came, and I happened to have that feeling of being watched, so I set a trap to lure him out.

What if they don't care at all and just openly try to capture or kill you by force?

What can he use to resist?

Even if he manages to escape, they know all his information. He can run away, but he can't hide from the truth!

"Wow, no wonder most of the protagonists in the novels I used to read were orphans; that's a huge advantage!"

He sighed inwardly, but he felt no resentment or dissatisfaction about having younger siblings.

He admires Lu Ming's stubbornness, diligence, and courage in trying to protect his family, as well as Lu Tang's cuteness, understanding, and intelligence. He also has feelings for the other people in Qingshan Village and will not easily abandon them.

In this situation, he really couldn't think of any way to escape the attention of the Black Killing Pavilion.

Should we kill everyone in the Black Killing Pavilion in Shahu County?

But how did he know how many people were in the Black Killing Pavilion?

What if we missed one?

The best solution he could think of was to join them!

The broken knife was stunned.

What do you mean?

You want to be an assassin too?

Broken Knife didn't know how to answer.

Why did he want to join the Black Killing Pavilion?

They were probably afraid of the Black Killing Pavilion, so they joined because they couldn't beat them?

There is indeed no tradition of infighting within the Black Killing Pavilion. If any assassin attacks an internal member, it will provoke a coordinated attack from the other assassins.

In Broken Blade's view, that seemed to be the case.

"Don't want to answer?"

Lu Chen raised the dagger.

Broken Knife panicked immediately.

He had lost a lot of blood at this point. Although many parts of his body had healed, his internal organs were not recovering as quickly, and he was still feeling dizzy and his reactions were much slower.

"Waaaaah! Waaaah!"

He nodded hurriedly, like a chick pecking at rice.

"You mean, I can join you?"

Broken Knife nodded.

Is it difficult?

Shake head.

very good!

Lu Chen raised the dagger.

Broken Knife's eyes widened instantly.

What the hell... you have no sportsmanship? I've already answered you, and you still want to hit me?

Lu Chen pressed down on Can Dao's head, a smile on his face, and slowly shoved the dagger into Can Dao's mouth.

Broken Blade closed his eyes.

Lu Chen dug the soil out of the broken knife's mouth.

Broken Blade opened his eyes, a trace of fear and a lingering attachment to life still visible within them.

He's not dead!

So, he was going to dig a hole for me... How strange?

Can Dao quickly spat out the dirt and sand from his mouth, his face scrunched up in pain.

"Could you take me to your base? I've thought it through. The Black Killing Pavilion is so vast; I can't possibly fight them alone, and I don't want to die. After much consideration, I've decided to join you. Also, if my employer dies, will the mission be canceled?"

Lu Chen patted Can Dao's back sincerely to help him catch his breath.

Broken Knife's face was pale, but his eyes were bloodshot. After spitting out the dirt from his mouth and throat, he felt more comfortable than he had ever been in his life.

He looked up and met Lu Chen's faint smile. He trembled slightly, then forced a smile: "Sure, sure! If Li Jun dies and you join us, there's no need to continue this mission."

Lu Chen nodded: "Very good, then let's go quickly. You're also badly injured, are you alright?"

He asked gently.

"It's alright, it's alright!" Can Dao was a little reluctant to stay with Lu Chen.

This person is a bit scary.

Lu Chen smiled.

[Under the host's guidance and impetus, the fate of Broken Blade has changed.]

[Hit Value Calculation: 100]

The life points given by the Marrow Cleansing Realm are really high. They didn't even kill him, they just crippled him, and they still gave him so many!

The life points are finally not in arrears.

[Primary Level of Primordial Body] (Divided into four levels: beginner, intermediate, advanced, and perfect. 50% has been unlocked, granting access to some Primordial Body effects.)

Lu Chen glanced at the detailed explanation of the so-called partial effects and was secretly delighted.

The effect is really strong.

First, immune to all poisons!

Other negative effects are reduced by 20%!

While helping the man with the broken knife to his feet, he asked, "How many people are in your branch? I'm worried they might have a problem with me, since I've left you like this. I'd like to buy them a small gift."

His limbs were pierced by flying knives, and Lu Chen even severed his tendons in his hands and feet. From now on, he can stop being called "Crippled Knife" and start being called "Disabled".

The broken knife seemed to weep, but had no tears.

Are you being polite now?

Who just stuffed dirt into my mouth?

His head was a little spinning, and without thinking, he said, "Including me, there are five, no, six people."

"Only six people?" Lu Chen muttered to himself, then smiled and said, "Okay, I understand!"

After leaving the forest, Can Dao used his clothes to bandage his wounds. Lu Chen chatted with Can Dao while helping him to the county town.

"Master Lu, this way."

Broken Blade led Lu Chen into the city.

All I can say is that he's a martial arts practitioner; his physical abilities are truly impressive.

In this state, a normal person would be unable to move at all and could only crawl on the ground, but he seemed to be fine and could even walk with Lu Chen's support.

"This is it!"

The broken knife led Lu Chen through a winding path to an inconspicuous little courtyard.

"Is this the Black Killing Pavilion's headquarters in Shahu County? Is it really that small?"

Lu Chen looked at the house and found it to be no different from any other house.

If Broken Blade hadn't brought him here, he would have thought that this was just an ordinary family living here.

Just as Broken Blade was about to knock on the door, Lu Chen suddenly smiled and said, "You're not trying to play tricks on me, are you?"

Upon seeing this smile, Broken Blade shuddered and forced a bitter laugh: "What tricks can I possibly pull now that I'm in this state?"

Lu Chen held the broken knife with one hand, while his other hand had already secretly grasped the dagger: "Alright, I believe you. Knock on the door!"

"Thump, thump thump thump, thump, thump thump!"

Seven knocks, and a rhythmic knocking sounded on the door.

Hearing the voice, one of the young men inside stood up: "Elder Ning, it must be Broken Blade returning. He's quite fast; he brought him back at dusk. Doesn't he care if others see him?"

The old man Ning, who looked like an old farmer, was sitting in his chair dealing with matters concerning the Black Killing Pavilion. He didn't even look up when he heard this: "Go and inform Li Jun that the mission has been completed and have him come to inspect the goods."

"Hmm!" The young man quickly walked out of the room and left through the back door, without meeting with Broken Blade.

Someone has already come and opened the door.

Upon seeing Broken Blade's appearance, the person who opened the door was startled. Seeing a stranger beside him, they immediately became wary and shouted, "Who are you?"

Inside the room, Old Ning frowned, picked up a weapon from the side, stood behind the door, and listened intently.

"The Broken Blade mission failed?"

He was somewhat surprised.

In his estimation, Lu Chen should only be at most at the Refining Realm, and with the strength of the Broken Blade Marrow Cleansing Realm, completing this task should be a piece of cake.

Could something have gone wrong?

Outside the door, Broken Blade glared at the person who opened it: "Ghost Hand, can't you see I'm injured? What are you yelling for? Come and catch me!"

"This is... Lu Chen. He wants to join our Black Kill Pavilion. Let's go inside and talk! Is Elder Ning here? I'm injured and need treatment!"

Ghost Hand was a thin, middle-aged man. Hearing Broken Blade's words, he hesitated for a moment and carefully examined Lu Chen.

He knew who Lu Chen was.

This is clearly Broken Blade's mission!

Shouldn't he be the one to bring the mission back?

How come it's reversed now? The mission objective brought him back?

This is an act of rebellion against the Heavenly Generals!

Ghost Hand muttered to himself, seeing that Lu Chen remained smiling and seemed harmless, and that he didn't see any weapons in his hand, so he brought the two of them in.

"Elder Ning, Elder Ning! Broken Blade is injured!"

He placed the broken knife on a chair, glanced at Lu Chen, and hurriedly ran into the house.

"I heard you!"

The wrinkles on Ning Lao's forehead had deepened.

He sighed, picked up a medicine box from beside his desk, and went outside.

His eyes immediately fell on the boy.

He has a gentle smile, delicate features, a tall and straight figure, and an elegant demeanor.

Old Master Ning was a little unsure of Lu Chen's approach.

This person actually came here!

No, it should be said that he arrived here completely unharmed in this peculiar way.

"You must be Elder Ning! It's an honor to meet you! I'm Lu Chen, you should know me! I've come here to join you!"

Lu Chen said sincerely.

Ning Lao's usually calm and collected gaze stirred.

Join...us?