167: Chapter 167 White Gloves, Attributes Compete Again

6th-Rank Martial Artist, Blade Catcher!

Thump.

Upon hearing this, the expressions of Chen Yichuan and the other two changed abruptly, as if they had heard something shocking.

A Blade Catcher is not a public constable or bailiff, but rather an underworld martial arts expert who walks in the shadows, between black and white.

They only recognize bounties, not people.

Generally speaking, Blade Catchers are not heinous criminals, but rather akin to bounty hunters.

They have their own rules, only recognizing tokens, and of course, the profession of Blade Catcher places great emphasis on loyalty.

They are somewhat similar to wandering martial artists, seeking vengeance and justice, all just to satisfy the desires of their own hearts.

At this moment, Chen Yichuan's eyes were somewhat dazed, his heart unable to calm down for a long time.

'I didn't expect Uncle Luo to mobilize a 6th-Rank Martial Artist for me.'

'He truly does not forget kindness.'

Fan Changkong took in the expressions of the three and gave a sheepish smile: "Hehe, there is no need for you all to be shocked. Li Baiyi is a Blade Catcher for the Six Fan Sect."

"Aside from not being good at socializing, he is no different from an ordinary wandering martial artist."

"However, this Lord Li Baiyi is hard to track down. For Master Luo to be able to find him, he truly has connections that reach the heavens."

Speaking of this, Fan Changkong could not help but sigh softly.

At the same time, his gaze involuntarily fell upon Chen Yichuan, his resolve to follow Chen Yichuan growing ever firmer.

"Constable Fan, excuse the interruption, I am a bit confused."

"What is a Blade Catcher? And what is a Six Fan Sect Blade Catcher? Please enlighten me, Constable Fan, as I am dull-witted." Chu Jianghe straightened his posture and asked with a cupped-fist salute.

He did not understand what a Blade Catcher was, let alone a Six Fan Sect Blade Catcher.

Since he didn't understand, he simply asked directly.

Hm?

Hearing this, the other three constables were stunned for a moment, but then realized.

Chu Jianghe was just a head guard staying in the county, so it was normal for him not to understand the ins and outs of this.

Fan Changkong smiled and simply explained: "Hehe, a Six Fan Sect Blade Catcher is, to put it plainly, someone who does the dirty work that the Six Fan Sect cannot bring to light."

"A Blade Catcher is not part of the official establishment, is not recorded in files, does not reveal their name, and only recognizes tokens, not officialdom."

"A Blade Catcher does not seek fame or official position; they spend their lives catching blades, witnessing evil, and hiding in the shadows, all to deal with those scoundrels and conduct righteous martial arts deeds."

Hearing this.

Upon hearing such straightforward words, Chu Jianghe understood immediately and nodded.

'So that's it, a Blade Catcher is just a white glove, doing dirty work and getting paid.'

At this moment.

Chen Yichuan, who had been deep in thought for a moment, seeing that they were not speaking, stood up and looked at Fan Changkong.

"Squad Leader Fan, I will be going to meet this Blade Catcher, Li Baiyi, in a moment."

"Since you know so much about him, do you have any advice?" Chen Yichuan said in a deep voice.

Facing a 6th-Rank Martial Artist, even if invited by Uncle Luo, it wouldn't hurt to know a little more.

However.

As soon as the words fell.

Fan Changkong's face flushed instantly, revealing a hint of embarrassment: "Cough cough, Lord Yichuan, cough cough, well... regarding Lord Li Baiyi."

"My knowledge is limited to surface-level rumors and hearsay, plus admiration... I don't even know if Li Baiyi is his real name."

"But there is one point: Lord Li Baiyi has a cold and solitary personality and does not like to converse with others."

Speaking of this, Fan Changkong's voice grew softer and softer.

But then his expression hardened, and he knelt down, cupping his hands: "Lord Yichuan, as long as you take me to see Lord Li Baiyi, I will definitely help you smooth things over."

"I..."

Fan Changkong wanted to say more, but Chen Yichuan showed helplessness and waved his hand to interrupt.

Nothing else.

Chen Yichuan saw it on Fan Changkong's face.

The look of a little girl chasing a big star in Blue Star reality; it was a burning, adoring, and fanatical gaze.

'Hehe, smooth things over? I'm afraid he'd pounce on him as soon as they met.'

'It would be good enough if he didn't cause me trouble.' Chen Yichuan thought to himself, then refused without hesitation.

"Squad Leader Fan, you as a Third-Grade Martial Artist are needed here to preside over things. As for Li Baiyi, I will go alone."

"But..." Fan Changkong still wanted to say something.

But he was interrupted by Chen Yichuan's cold gaze: "Squad Leader Fan, you said it yourself, Li Baiyi has a cold temperament; having too many people around would be counterproductive."

"That's it. You three settle the beggars properly, I'm off!"

Leaving these words behind.

Chen Yichuan walked up to Chu Jianghe and whispered instructions to properly settle the beggars.

After speaking.

He then utilized Treading Snow for a Thousand Miles and headed outside. As for the specific location of Li Baiyi... he had already inquired about it, and it was easy to find.

...

On the road.

Feeling the evening breeze blowing against his face, even if it carried a hint of stench.

Chen Yichuan still felt extremely refreshed.

Nothing else, he was gorging on martial arts experience!

"This time, taking down the Beggar Sect Branch in Shuangjiang County, four Third-Grade Martial Artists, what a feast."

"Cold Star Bone-Crushing Finger broke through to mastery, and Cold River Wave-Breaking Saber broke through to perfection; it wasn't a wasted trip."

Chen Yichuan smiled faintly and then opened the system panel.

[Chen Yichuan: Male; Profession: Jailer

Talent: Attribute Involution (Unique) (Growable)

Realm: Third-Grade Martial Artist

Strength: 227 (Attack 91)

agility: 217 (+) (Speed 217)

constitution: 220 (HP 1932/2200, Defense 44)

spirit: 214 (+) (Inactive)

Martial Arts Techniques: Cold Star Bone-Crushing Finger mastery 23/5000; Cold River Wave-Breaking Saber Perfection 421/10000...Collapsed

Free Attributes: 4

Current Location: Shuangjiang County, Qingshan Martial Arts Hall]

227 points of Strength.

Chen Yichuan's eyes lit up.

Cold Star Bone-Crushing Finger improved from skillful to mastery, providing a total of 4 points of Strength, 2 points of agility, and 1 point of constitution.

Cold River Wave-Breaking Saber improved from mastery to perfection, providing 3 points of Strength and 2 points of constitution.

The basic attack of Cold River Wave-Breaking Saber increased from 70 to 100; Cold Star Bone-Crushing Finger is a bit lower, with 50 attack power.

Seeing the data on the panel, Chen Yichuan wore a smile he couldn't hide.

'Ding'

'System Notification: Strength attribute has significantly surpassed others; spirit and agility are unwilling to fall behind and are frantically undergoing Attribute Involution. Estimated time: 1 hour and 58 minutes.'

Hm?

Chen Yichuan raised an eyebrow; his talent had triggered again, and he was even more excited.

"Awesome!"

"Thanks to those scumbags for the attribute boost." Chen Yichuan gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice.

Thinking of those scumbags, who for the sake of money, forcibly subjected children to Human Mutilation, a surge of anger rose from within his heart.

"Sigh, I'll kill them every time I encounter them."

Chen Yichuan sighed.

Stepping on the rooftops, he arrived at his destination before he knew it.

Just as he was walking forward.

Suddenly.

"Are you Chen Yichuan?"

A cold voice, carrying a bit of aloofness that kept strangers at a distance, suddenly exploded in Chen Yichuan's ear.

"Who!!"

Chen Yichuan stopped immediately, looking around vigilantly.

However.

In his line of sight, this section of the rooftop was completely empty.