207: Seeking refuge

Outside the gates of the Jiang Chuan Saber Academy, Ji Wuchang and Tian Shuang stood side by side; he was here to seek protection.

The one standing with Tian Shuang was, naturally, his Puppet Clone. His true self had already become an ordinary person, blending into the crowds of Jianghe City.

The Puppet Clone Technique was truly terrifying; even Ji Wuchang himself found it difficult to tell them apart.

Not only could the true self control the Puppet Clone, but he could also have the Puppet Clone mimic his own aura!

The Ji Wuchang currently standing beside Tian Shuang faintly exuded the pressure of the ninth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Even Tian Shuang, who was so familiar with Ji Wuchang, was unable to distinguish between them.

At the same time, the true self experienced everything the Puppet Clone heard and saw as if it were happening to him.

The true self could even remotely control the content of the Puppet Clone's responses.

Of course, the distance could not be too great; if it was too far, the connection between the Puppet Clone and the true self would deteriorate.

Earlier today, when he left the city for his Undergoing Tribulation, he had lost contact with the Puppet Clone, likely due to the excessive distance.

However, he discovered that as long as he remained within Jianghe City, the connection with his Puppet Clone was extremely clear.

As for Cai Ping, Ji Wuchang had found an excuse to send him to Li Gubei's place, which was also for his safety!

The gates of the Jiang Chuan Saber Academy opened, and Mo Feixue stood there holding her long blade. Her eyes lit up when she saw Ji Wuchang.

Ever since Ji Wuchang took first place and helped her win a large amount of Spirit Stones, she had temporarily forgiven him for throwing her off the Arena.

“Come in, my grandfather is waiting for you!”

Mo Feixue spoke with a smile, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Ji Wuchang.

Ever since she learned that Ji Wuchang was incredibly wealthy, she had started plotting to get some Spirit Stones from him.

But given her intelligence, it would likely be very difficult for her to achieve that goal!

Ji Wuchang's Puppet Clone nodded and followed Mo Feixue into the Jiang Chuan Saber Academy along with Tian Shuang.

Mo Bingyuan, Liu Jinyang, and Yang Yusheng were sitting in the main hall, all in high spirits.

The Three States Arena Trial had concluded with Perfection, and several promising talents had been selected. They could report back to the academy successfully, which greatly lightened their moods.

When the three of them saw Ji Wuchang and the others enter, smiles appeared on their Faces.

Ji Wuchang's Puppet Clone had been closely watching their expressions. Seeing that they didn't show the slightest suspicion after glancing at him, he instantly felt relieved.

These three were all Six Gods Realm experts, yet even they could not see through it. This further demonstrated the terrifying nature of the Puppet Clone Technique.

“Ji Wuchang pays his respects to the three Masters!”

The Puppet Clone spoke with a smile and cupped his hands. His expression was no different from Ji Wuchang's true self.

Mo Bingyuan and the others looked at Ji Wuchang with satisfaction. Mo Bingyuan said with a smile, “Ji Wuchang, you certainly have a sharp mind. It's almost dark; what brings you here?”

The Puppet Clone smiled slightly, then cupped his hands. “Senior Blade King, to be honest, I've come to seek protection!”

Ji Wuchang's words startled the three of them. The previously relaxed trio instantly sat up straight, hearing the underlying meaning in his words!

Mo Bingyuan's brow furrowed slightly, and his expression turned solemn. “Why do you say that?”

The Puppet Clone smiled and replied, “This afternoon, while we were strolling through the streets, at least a dozen auras were monitoring me!”

“Tomorrow morning, I will be heading to Yunchuan Academy with the Masters. Tonight is their last chance!”

“I don't want to kill, nor do I want to be killed. After thinking it over for a long time, I felt that taking refuge at Jiang Chuan Saber Academy for the night was the best choice!”

“Therefore, when I mentioned seeking protection from the Masters just now, I was definitely not joking.”

Hearing this, the expressions on their Faces immediately became exceptionally grave.

Liu Jinyang and Yang Yusheng looked at each other, both showing a hint of anger.

Before, when Ji Wuchang was not a student of Yunchuan Academy, they naturally wouldn't have cared about his life or death.

But now, Ji Wuchang was already a Disciple of Yunchuan Academy and the winner of this trial—the one with the most potential in this batch.

No matter who it was, wanting to harm Ji Wuchang was equivalent to slapping the Face of Yunchuan Academy and the Faces of the three of them.

Yang Yusheng stood up and said to Mo Bingyuan and Liu Jinyang, “I'm going out for a bit. I won't allow him to act recklessly.”

Although Yang Yusheng didn't mention who this 'him' was, Mo Bingyuan and Liu Jinyang understood instantly and nodded slightly.

After Yang Yusheng left, Mo Bingyuan spoke calmly, “Then you shall stay here tonight. I'll have someone arrange a room for you.”

Mo Bingyuan truly appreciated Ji Wuchang and Li Gubei, so he was willing to look after these juniors appropriately.

“Senior Mo, Senior Tian Shuang just told me that the cultivation bases of those dozen or so auras that swept over me are very strong. Several are even above his.”

“I'm worried that even if I stay at Jiang Chuan Saber Academy, the other party won't be willing to let it go.”

“Are you sure you want to take me in, Senior? Aren't you afraid I'll bring trouble to the Jiang Chuan Saber Academy?”

The Puppet Clone spoke with a solemn expression, asking the question his true self had instructed him to ask.

Hearing Ji Wuchang's words, the Jiang Chuan Blade King couldn't help but laugh heartily and spoke dominantly, “Ji Wuchang, I am not such a narrow-minded person.”

“Since I've said you're allowed to stay the night, I will naturally keep my word.”

“Besides, my blade hasn't rusted yet. If anyone truly dares to barge into my academy, I'll let them know that the title of Blade King isn't just for show!”

Seeing Mo Bingyuan walk right into his true self's trap, the Puppet Clone felt overjoyed inside.

If it were just the Jiang Family of Lingtai Prefecture, they might not have the courage.

However, tonight Ji Wuchang had two enemies, including the Demonic Paths First Hall.

That organization wouldn't give Mo Bingyuan Face, nor would they give Yunchuan Academy Face.

In front of a Supreme expert, Yunchuan Academy was merely a slightly larger ant.

The Puppet Clone quickly thanked Mo Bingyuan. Then, Mo Feixue personally led Ji Wuchang to choose a guest room, acting very enthusiastically.

The moment Ji Wuchang entered the residence of the Jiang Chuan Blade King Mo Bingyuan, the many probing gazes outside were withdrawn.

These people then hurried off into the distance, clearly because Ji Wuchang's move had greatly exceeded their expectations.

Ji Wuchang's true self emerged from a teahouse. He currently appeared pot-bellied and looked to be in his fifties or sixties, bearing not a single resemblance to his original self.

A cold light flickered in his eyes as he followed closely behind a person heading into the distance.

Ji Wuchang didn't dare to follow too closely; after all, he didn't know if the other party had anyone else in the shadows.

Fortunately, with Yaoyao's help, he managed to avoid two or three hidden sentries.

Just then, that person stopped at a certain residence.

This residence was extremely luxurious, clearly belonging to a wealthy family.

Ji Wuchary knew that there was a secret base inside, one belonging to the Demonic Paths First Hall.

Ji Wuchang wanted to see exactly what kind of experts the Demonic Paths First Hall had sent this time.