Chapter 145: They're in Discussion

In two days, Jiang Changkong had already obtained the Star Stone and his weapon.

A top-tier sixth-grade long blade, identical in appearance to his previous one, could be considered custom-made for him.

Essence: 5,272,360!

Five million points of Essence!

Jiang Changkong pondered. With the Indestructible Diamond Divine Art perfected, the remaining Essence was enough to master two more martial arts.

In that case, he would use it on the Spirit Control Art and the Mystical Tai Chi Art.

Having made his decision, Jiang Changkong began his upgrade.

The Indestructible Diamond Divine Art reached perfection, his body turning as hard as diamond, radiating countless beams of light.

The Mystical Tai Chi Art reached perfection, the black-and-white Taiji Diagram automatically manifesting, with the Blazing Sun and Cold Moon appearing simultaneously and merging into the diagram.

His Star Power surged dramatically, and a terrifying aura emanated from within Jiang Changkong.

Infinite starlight surrounded him, drifting and shimmering.

Insights from the Mystical Tai Chi Art, the Indestructible Diamond Divine Art, and the Spirit Control Art flooded his mind.

The only regret was that he still couldn’t fly on a sword.

Jiang Changkong: Peak of the Star Vault

Mid-Grade Intermediate Martial Arts:

Indestructible Diamond Divine Art: Perfected: 1,875,000/1,875,000

Mystical Tai Chi Art: Perfected: 1,875,000/1,875,000

Three Blades of the Fleeting Swan: Perfected: 1/1,875,000

Blazing Sun Art: Perfected: 1/1,875,000

Spirit Control Art: Perfected: 1,875,000/1,875,000

Cold Moon Art: Perfected: 1/1,875,000

Essence: 672,672

Two hours later, all the starlight receded inward. As the Mystical Tai Chi Art circulated, his cultivation level was concealed.

“Should I get a sword?”

Jiang Changkong examined the broken sword tip inside the Hidden Star Ring.

His other identity had no attributes to speak of, only the Three Blades of the Fleeting Swan.

The Cold Moon Art was compatible with this sword tip, so he could use it to forge a suitable weapon.

The Cold Moon Art excelled with both blades and swords, so he could acquire one of each.

With this in mind, Jiang Changkong contacted Tang Ruoxi: “Can you forge sixth-grade weapons now?”

After waiting a few minutes, Tang Ruoxi replied: “Just got busy. As long as I have the materials, anything below high-grade is possible.

The research institute has specialized equipment I can borrow.”

“Good. I’ll come over in a while and might need to trouble you,” Jiang Changkong said.

“No need to be so polite between us. When you come to Anding Province, I’ll treat you to a meal.”

After saying this, Tang Ruoxi hurried off to work.

Jiang Changkong didn’t disturb her further and began wondering why the Chu family hadn’t made their move yet.

He had waited two days already. Did he need to take the initiative?

“Fine, then I’ll take the initiative.”

Jiang Changkong pondered.

News of the mineral vein had arrived. Whether it was a medium-sized vein or not, he had to go check it out.

If he went too late, there might be nothing left for him.

Now that he had both the Star Stone and his weapon, there was little reason to stay in Jiangshui City.

With this thought, Jiang Changkong called Ji Zifeng: “Where are Chu Yunhe and the others?”

“They’re all at the Chu family. The Jin and Lin families from Anding Province have sent people over, and they’re still being entertained,” Ji Zifeng replied.

“Alright. I’ll go to the Chu family tonight. The rest is up to you.”

After hanging up, Jiang Changkong called his squad leader, Jiang Haishan, and quietly waited for nightfall.

He didn’t inform his two senior sisters, only saying he had business outside.

He waited until eight o’clock, when the sky had darkened, before leaving the Jiangshui City Martial Arts School.

The Chu family’s estate was a sprawling mansion, reputed to be the most luxurious in Jiangshui City.

Located in the western part of the city, nearly all the houses and residential complexes nearby had some connection, however minor, to the Chu family.

Some were rented out by the Chu family, others were sold off.

Over the years, through various means employed by the Chu family, nearly all the forces that once rivaled them had declined.

Apart from the Yaoguang Chamber of Commerce, the Martial Arts School, Kexiang School, and the Enforcement Bureau, none could stand on equal footing with the Chu family.

Thus, if the Chu family were to fall, countless hands would push against the wall.

Under the cover of night, Jiang Changkong arrived alone at the entrance of the Chu family mansion.

At the grand doorway, four middle-aged men stood guard, their eyes coldly fixed on him. “Who goes there?”

“Star Sea guards. The Chu family truly lives up to its reputation as the overlord of Jiangshui.”

Jiang Changkong spoke indifferently. All four men were Star Sea Martial Artists.

“Knowing this is the Chu family, why haven’t you left yet?”

The four wore icy expressions, their tone disdainful.

Jiang Changkong said nothing, stepping forward toward the entrance.

“You—”

A flash of blade light swept past.

Silent and unseen, without any visible movement, the four men halted mid-step, their throats torn open, blood flowing freely.

Thud.

The corpses collapsed. Jiang Changkong didn’t spare them a glance as he stepped through the Chu family gates.

“Who dares trespass into the Chu family?”

Just as he entered, two middle-aged men rushed over. Catching sight of the four bodies lying in pools of blood from the corner of their eyes, their pupils contracted. “Murder?”

Jiang Changkong remained silent. With a wave of his hand, Star Power swept out, and the gates closed automatically.

“You… what do you want? How dare you kill at the Chu family, in the city—”

“A force that no longer exists—who would speak of it?”

Jiang Changkong’s expression remained calm as blade light flared, tearing through the darkness and engulfing the two men.

Stepping over the two corpses, two more men arrived. Seeing the scene, their legs trembled in fear.

Killing in the city—and breaking into the Chu family to do it!

In all their years with the Chu family, this was the first time they had encountered such a thing.

“Call for reinforcements.”

Jiang Changkong said calmly.

Searching for them one by one was too troublesome. It was far more convenient to gather them together and slaughter them all at once.

“Re… reinforcements! Someone has broken into the Chu family… and… and killed people.”

One of them spoke into a phone, his voice trembling.

“Brother, don’t act rashly. We can discuss anything.”

The other quickly spoke up, trying to placate Jiang Changkong.

They were only Star Sea Martial Artists themselves, and the two who had just died were also at the Star Sea level.

Facing Jiang Changkong, even without knowing his identity, they dared not act recklessly.

“Who has the nerve to come to the Chu family and kill?”

“Since when have there been people seeking death?”

Angry shouts echoed as Martial Artists rushed over one after another.

“It’s him! Kill him quickly!”

With reinforcements arriving, the two men’s tone instantly changed, their courage bolstered. Pointing at Jiang Changkong, they shouted fiercely.

“Kill him! Capture him! There will be a heavy reward!” a young man said coldly.

“Young Master, rest assured. This man will die without fail.”

A group of men sneered as they charged toward Jiang Changkong, their Star Power intertwining and illuminating the sky above the Chu family.

“A young master?”

Jiang Changkong was slightly surprised, but his expression quickly turned murderous.

The group charging at him numbered fewer than twenty. The strongest among them was only at the Star Gate Initial Stage, while the young master himself was merely at the late Star Sea level.

The gap was too vast to stir any interest.

“End yourselves.”

Jiang Changkong spoke indifferently. Without even using the Taiji Diagram, the invisible Star Power of the Spirit Control Art spread outward.

Forcing their weapons to twist, it swept across their throats.

Thud, thud…

Corpses fell one after another. In the blink of an eye, only the young master remained standing.

“H-how is this possible? What kind of martial art is this?”

The young master stared in horror at the scene before him. A single command, and they all took their own lives?

Was this something martial arts could achieve?

“Chu Yunhe, where are the rest of the Chu family?” Jiang Changkong asked coldly, his gaze indifferent.

“My… my father is the second son of the Chu family, a mid-stage Star Vault expert. Please… please don’t kill me.”

The young master trembled uncontrollably, the stench of urine filling the air.

Jiang Changkong frowned, his face filled with disgust. “I’ll ask one more time. Where is Chu Yunhe?”

“O-over there.”

The young master shuddered and hastily pointed in a direction.

“Take me there,” Jiang Changkong said flatly.

“Y-yes, sir.”

Too terrified to resist, the young master quickly turned and led the way.

Jiang Changkong followed at a leisurely pace, his tone detached. “Are they entertaining guests from the Jin and Lin families?”

Fear written across his face, the young master hurriedly replied, “Yes—no, the reception is over. They’re now discussing… how to kill someone named Jiang Changkong.”

Jiang Changkong: “…”

Should I say they’re indecisive?

I’ve already fought my way into your home, and you still haven’t finalized your plans?