59: Plan

Regarding weapons, there were two daggers, one of which was shattered by his Xuan Tie Sword.

Han Yi picked up the other intact dagger and examined it. It was just the most common sheep-horn dagger, not even poisoned.

Besides these items, there was nothing else, absolutely no clues to indicate their identity.

They really were pure assassins... He shook his head.

Perhaps, the "Shadow Lord walks alone, a moment is eternity" that the Black-Clothed Man shouted at the end is a clue.

But what does that mean?

Han Yi fell into deep thought.

"Where did these thieves come from, daring to cause trouble on Yuqing Ward's territory..."

At the alley entrance, a slightly stern and rough voice rang out.

Detectives are always late to the scene after the crime has occurred, this thought suddenly popped into Han Yi's mind.

He knew that the patrolling constables were coming over. It was likely that nearby residents heard the sounds of fighting and reported it to the authorities.

"Senior Brother Han, hello..." The constable leading the group looked at the ground covered in fresh blood by the courtyard gate, his throat bobbing as he swallowed twice.

Han Yi also knew this person. His name was Wang Chong, an Outer Sect Disciple of the Crimson Flame Sect, responsible for the security of this area, similar to a beat cop in his previous life.

As Yuqing Ward was the territory of the Crimson Flame Sect, the constables, ward masters, and other officials, big and small, were mostly Disciples of the Crimson Flame Sect.

"Wang Chong, you've come at the right time. Help me handle this. Two thieves sneaked into my house tonight. After I discovered them, they tried to attack, so..." Han Yi spread his hands, finding an excuse to brush it off.

He didn't want to explain too much or waste his breath. After all, there was a law in An Yan City that stated it was not a crime to kill someone who trespassed into another's home without reason at night!

"Alright, alright... Senior Brother Han..."

Although these two Black-Clothed Men clearly broke into Han Yi's house, according to the law, the owner is not guilty of killing them.

However, in the actual execution process, even with sufficient evidence, it must be reported to the Lord Inspector, and only after a thorough investigation can a verdict of not guilty be rendered. During this process, there would be many shady dealings, power-money transactions, and other irregularities.

But Han Yi was about to become an Inner Sect Disciple of the Crimson Flame Sect, so naturally, all procedures would be simplified.

Moreover, this courtyard... belonged to the Li family!

Wang Chong vaguely recalled some rumors about Han Yi. It was said that Han Yi was on good terms with the Li family and was appreciated by the patriarch, which was why he could live in this courtyard.

He dared not be negligent. He stepped forward and said with a fawning smile, "Senior Brother Han, you go and attend to your matters. This place will naturally be handled by me, your junior..."

"Many thanks!" Han Yi clasped his fists slightly. He turned and went back into the house, preparing to pack his luggage.

He didn't plan to stay here tonight, or rather, he didn't plan to come back for a while.

Although he didn't know who he had offended, tonight, the assassins were able to accurately grasp the window of time when he was not at home and lurk in his courtyard. Coupled with the black shadow he had seen before... The sharp glint in Han Yi's eyes flickered continuously.

Clearly, his residence had long been targeted!

As for tonight's assassination, the other party was also prepared. They specifically chose the moment when someone opened the door and defenses were most relaxed to strike. If Han Yi hadn't detected the Black-Clothed Man's figure through the System early on, perhaps he would have died with regret!

Thinking of this, Han Yi slowly let out a breath, and the speed of his packing slowed down a bit.

He was almost killed.

The enemy is in the dark, and I am in the open. Who knows where in An Yan City there might be enemy spies!

I was planning to go to the Bureau of Unusual Matters to broaden my horizons anyway. It's better to go out now to avoid the spotlight. While I'm out executing Bureau of Unusual Matters tasks, I can take the opportunity to investigate and see who wants my life!

A cold light flashed in Han Yi's eyes!

He packed his luggage and walked out of the house. Han Yi didn't have many belongings. After putting on his weapons and leather armor, he only had a few changes of clothes.

In the courtyard, several constables called for servants to clean up the bloodstains and bodies.

He glanced around. These constables were also Outer Sect Disciples, and the values beside them were mostly between '15~26'.

"It's been hard work for you all late at night. Take this to buy some wine!"

Han Yi took out a few taels of broken silver from hisArms and threw them to Wang Chong. Working overtime late at night, although they didn't say anything, they must have complaints in their hearts.

"Thank you, Senior Brother Han..."

These Outer Sect Disciples quickly stopped what they were doing and saluted Han Yi.

Han Yi didn't say anything more and walked towards the street. He was going to find a place to sleep.

Behind him, he could vaguely hear Wang Chong and the others discussing with pleasant surprise.

Fu Lin Restaurant

Han Yi didn't have a good place to go for the moment. After much thought, he came to Fu Lin Restaurant.

The Manager of Fu Lin Restaurant was also considered a member of the Crimson Flame Sect, so the food and drink should be somewhat safer. He planned to stay here for a few days for the time being.

After all, the Sect Tournament would start in half a month. After the Sect Tournament ended, he could move into the residence allocated to Inner Sect Disciples of the Crimson Flame Sect.

Dong, dong, dong

"Young Master Han, why are you coming over so late at night..."

At the entrance, the restaurant Manager who heard the knocking asked with a yawn.

The night was deep. Fu Lin Restaurant in Yuqing Ward didn't have as many tricks as Drunken Immortal Pavilion in Heyue Ward and had already closed.

Moreover, restaurants are not like inns; they generally don't provide accommodation. There are only a few guest rooms reserved for guests who have had too much to drink.

Fortunately, Han Yi knew the Manager. He just said that his house had been robbed and he wanted to stay for a few nights. After giving a tael of silver, the Manager readily agreed.

Ooh, ooh

The rooster crowed, the east dawned, and the sky gradually began to brighten.

Han Yi opened his eyes. He had only slept for two hours the whole night before waking up. He spent the rest of the time thinking about his plans for the next few days.

But since entering the Lianxue Stage, his qi and blood had greatly increased, and he was full of energy. Even though he had only rested for two hours, Han Yi felt refreshed.

After he went downstairs, he ate the breakfast provided by the restaurant, which made the Manager frown tightly and his scalp tingle.

This guy ate too much! A tael of silver would mean a loss!

Fortunately, after Han Yi finished eating, he gave the Manager another five taels of silver and ordered today's Crimson Blood Tiger Meat Bun.

It wasn't that Han Yi was stingy and didn't want to spend money, it was mainly because the rule at Fu Lin Restaurant was that each person could only buy one portion per day.

Afterwards, Han Yi instructed the Manager a few things and asked the Manager to pass a message to Pan Sheng and Li Feng. Then, carrying his Xuan Tie Sword on his back, wearing his black gold gloves and lizard skin armor, he walked out of Fu Lin Restaurant.

He glanced at himself, nodded with satisfaction, and walked towards the Bureau of Unusual Matters.

At this moment, Han Yi's overall strength had astonishingly reached '61~97'!