Wandering Sword Seller's Life in the Qin Dynasty

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This led the Mohists down a completely different path, leaving them with no other choice but to continue down that path to the bitter end.

"Has South Korea been destroyed? Has the Azure Dragon Plan been launched?" Xu Qing thought to himself, speculating that Tian Guang's inquiry about the Mo family's contact information was likely an attempt to recruit the Mo family into their cause.

Although there were some unpleasantnesses between him and Yan Dan when they were in the Yan state, Yan Dan is Yan Dan, and the Mohists are the Mohists.

Apart from Yan Dan, he had a pretty good relationship with the rest of the Mo family.

Jing Ke, Master Xu, Robber Zhi, and Fatty Ding.

He had dealt with many core members of the Mohist school and witnessed them fall into that abyss; Xu Qing felt a pang of guilt.

Looking at Xu Qing, who was deep in thought and silent.

Tian Guang knew that Xu Qing was hesitant, after all, his sudden mention of contacting the Mo family would inevitably make Xu Qing overthink things.

He continued, "I've recently discovered some things that could bring a great calamity to the Mo family if this matter comes to light. I know that Mr. Xu has a close relationship with the Mo family, so I want you to inform them so that Six-Fingered Black Knight can make preparations."

"Oh?"

Xu Qing looked at Tian Guang in surprise, and couldn't help but mutter to himself.

Isn't it you peasants who are capable of bringing great calamity upon the Mohists?

In the original story, it was you who instigated Yan Dan to assassinate the King of Qin.

This led to the death of the Six-Fingered Black Knight, and the Mohist school, which had originally been neutral, completely sided with the anti-Qin camp. Countless people sacrificed themselves in the attempt to assassinate the Qin emperor.

Master Xu's mother died while forging swords, and Jing Ke and Qin Wuyang also died because of this.

It can be said that the entire Mohist school suffered a severe blow in that battle.

Perhaps it was for this reason that Yan Dan was given the opportunity to become the leader of the Mohist school, constantly placing his confidants in the Mohist school and completely taking control of it.

Putting aside his own thoughts, Xu Qing asked Tian Guang again, "What did you find out?"

"Some things about Yan Dan!"

Tian Guang's expression was extremely heavy.

“I observed Yan Dan for a long time and finally figured out the secret behind him.”

Since Yan Dan was the culprit who caused Yan Dan's death, Tian Guang did not intend to hide some things.

"Mr. Xu did indeed kill Yan Dan back then."

He then brought up another old story.

Xu Qing continued, "But then, Yan Dan came back to life."

“Yes, this is indeed unbelievable,” Tian Guang interjected. “At first, I thought Mr. Xu had made a mistake, but then I understood the reason…”

"Yan Dan was able to survive because of the Yin-Yang School."

"This person was on good terms with the Mohists on one hand, and secretly colluded with the Yin-Yang School on the other."

"After that incident, Yan Dan's personality changed drastically. She became reclusive, preferring to hide in the shadows. It seemed that she had become more vigilant after suffering a severe blow, but that wasn't actually the case..."

“In Yan, I found it difficult to get close to him, but after he left Yan and came to Qin as a hostage, I finally understood the reason. The reason he was resurrected was because he had been refined into a corpse demon by the Yin-Yang School…”

"He's just a living corpse!"

Tian Guang spoke at length.

Xu Qing's expression had also become serious at some point.

He really hadn't expected there to be so many twists and turns involved.

Yan Dan has actually turned into a zombie?

When zombies were mentioned, he immediately thought of the walking corpses controlled by the Corpse-Driving Demon. Although they were ugly, the Corpse-Driving Demon was truly extraordinary. He could even dig up corpses that had been dead for a long time and then manipulate them. He could even extract information from the corpses.

After becoming a fourth-tier swordsmith, Xu Qing gained a deeper understanding of "spirit".

In this world, there is naturally no such thing as the Six Paths of Reincarnation. After a living being dies, its spirit remains on its body and gradually dissipates as the body decays.

In other words, given Yan Dan's situation, if Donghuang Taiyi of the Yin-Yang School were to personally intervene, it would indeed be possible to transform him into a "corpse demon," imprisoning his spirit within his dead body, allowing him to continue functioning like a puppet.

However, Yan Dan didn't get involved with Dong Jun Yan Fei, but instead got involved with Dong Huang Tai Yi. Is that reasonable?

Yes, existence is its own justification.

After all, the Yin-Yang School really valued the Yan State.

In their early years, during the reign of King Zhao of Yan, they lived in the State of Yan.

It's not just because of King Zhao of Yan's "seeking talent at the Golden Terrace," but also because the State of Yan has a long history. After the fall of the Zhou Dynasty, it was the only direct descendant of the Zhou Dynasty and its bloodline was noble. Although it was not directly mentioned in the original work, the bloodline of the "Ji clan" is also a very important part of deciphering the Azure Dragon Seven Mansions.

This may explain why the Yin-Yang School continued to keep a close eye on the Yan Kingdom even after leaving it.

What Xu Qing hadn't expected was the level of attention the Yin-Yang School paid to the Yan State, which far exceeded his expectations.

After Yan Dan suffered a misfortune, it even prompted Donghuang Taiyi to personally intervene.

However, Xu Qing was certain of one thing.

That is to say, although Donghuang Taiyi is mysterious, his methods are not all that great.

If his methods were truly exceptional, then he truly resurrected Yan Dan, rather than turning Yan Dan into a corpse demon.

"You want me to remind the Mohists?"

Xu Qing gathered his thoughts and asked Tian Guang again.

"Yes!"

Tian Guang said in a deep voice, "Although I am a farmer, I still sincerely admire some of the practices of the Mohists. It would be a real pity if such a sect were to suffer a calamity because of someone as inhuman as Yan Dan."

"Besides, I have long admired the Six-Fingered Black Knight, the leader of the Mohist school, and if possible, I would really like to meet him."

Xu Qing gave Tian Guang a deep look. He could tell, of course, that Tian Guang was holding back some information.

Since Tian Guang has already discovered the truth about Yan Dan and understood the relationship between Yan Dan and Donghuang Taiyi, the leader of the Yin Yang School, he must know more than just this much. There is probably some important information that he has not revealed.

However, Xu Qing did not point it out.

"Thank you for informing me, Mr. Tian Guang. I will make time to contact Six-Fingered Black Knight."

Xu Qing responded to Tian Guang.

Tian Guang nodded, feeling that it was indeed true; Mr. Xu was indeed able to contact the Mo family.

If the Mohists can be drawn into the scheme, then the purpose of this trip to Qi will have been achieved.

Next came the familiar routine of getting closer to Xu Qing.

After all, it had been a long time since we last met. Even though we had corresponded by letter, it was still not as good as a face-to-face conversation.

In this conversation, it is natural to choose someone you both know well as a starting point and a topic of conversation.

So, Tian Guang brought up the big iron hammer again in front of Xu Qing.

"Big Iron Hammer is now the head of the Kuiwei Hall."

"He is very capable!"

Tian Guang told Xu Qing about the recent situation of the big iron hammer.

To be honest, Xu Qing had absolutely no interest in this matter.

Big Iron Hammer isn't some delicate beauty. When she met Situ Wanli before, Situ Wanli had mentioned Big Iron Hammer.

That time was fine, but I let it go.

As a result, when you, Tian Guang, met me, you still talked about the big iron hammer.

What does this mean?

They don't think I like big iron hammers, do they?

If this gets out, it will affect my reputation.

“Since he’s fine, that’s good. With your help, I’m not worried about Big Hammer,” Xu Qing said decisively, interrupting Tian Guang.

Upon hearing this, Tian Guang paused for a moment.

He had thought that mentioning the big iron hammer would move Xu Qing, but Mr. Xu was even more rational and calm than he had imagined.

No wonder he repeatedly refused my invitation to join the farm.

Xu Qing didn't want to mention the big iron hammer anymore, and Tian Guang naturally couldn't force him to.

He then went on to talk about many trivial matters within the farmhouse.

However, Xu Qing's interest in these matters was rather modest.

If you really want to understand the affairs of farmers, it's better to exchange letters with Situ Wanli. At least the things you learn from Situ Wanli are more authentic.

Although Tian Guang is the leader of the peasants, he is away from home all year round. Does he really understand the peasants?

Clearly, they didn't know as much as Situ Wanli did.

In the original work, he was unaware of the undercurrents within the farming community.

By the time the problem is discovered and a plan is attempted, it is already too late.

After chatting about a lot of pointless things, Xu Qing felt that was enough.

Then, he said to Tian Guang, "As a friend, since you told me about Yan Dan..."

"I'll also give you some advice!"

Tian Guang's brows furrowed immediately, and his expression became serious.

"Mr. Xu, please speak freely!"

"Watch out, the net is here!"

Xu Qing only said four words.

But these four words sparked endless speculation in Tian Guang's mind.