79: Chapter 79 Stirring up the waters makes it easier to fish.

Ji Xiaofu listened with some confusion and couldn't help but ask, "Brother Lu, this... will this work? Are we really going to attack the Ming Cult's main headquarters? Don't we know this is a conspiracy by the Yuan-Mongol Court?"

Lu Chen gave a mysterious smile and didn't answer directly, instead turning his gaze to Yin Susu: "Susu, what do you think?"

Yin Susu thought for a moment and immediately understood Lu Chen's intention.

She nodded and agreed, "Brother Chen's strategy is wonderful! We'll say the Ming Cult has newly acquired the dragon slaying saber and intends to unite the Jianghu, so the Six Great Sects of the Central Plains must act early to stifle the Ming Cult's conspiracy to dominate the martial world."

"Once the news of the Ming Cult seizing the dragon slaying saber gets out, it will inevitably attract all sorts of forces, including no shortage of Yuan-Mongol experts."

"When that time comes, we can follow the clues to investigate the whereabouts of the heaven-reliant sword."

Fang Yanqing was still somewhat hesitant. Frowning, she said, "But wouldn't this put the Ming Cult in danger?"

Lu Chen laughed heartily and said with grand spirit, "Sect Leader Fang, there is no need to worry. We will meet the soldiers with generals and the water with earth! I'll take this opportunity to seize the position of Leader of the Ming Cult and guide them toward the path of good. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"

"I will write letters to Abbot Kongwen of Shaolin and Daoist Master Zhang of Wudang in advance; they will naturally grasp my intentions. With the three sects of Shaolin, Wudang, and Emei leading the way, the Huashan, Kongtong, and Kunlun sects naturally won't fall behind. The most crucial part is using the dragon slaying saber as the bait!"

Seeing Lu Chen trust her so much, Ding Minjun's heart was instantly filled with gratitude. She quickly expressed her stance, "Revered Master, rest assured; Sect Master Lu, rest assured. Minjun will definitely do her utmost to complete the mission!"

Lu Chen nodded with satisfaction, patted Ding Minjun's shoulder, and encouraged her, "I believe you can do it, but you must play the part well. You must not let anyone discover it's a fake."

Ding Minjun immediately felt a warm current surge into her heart, as if she had received immense encouragement. She straightened her back and secretly vowed to handle this matter beautifully.

She would reclaim her position in her Revered Master's heart.

Seeing this, Fang Yanqing found it hard to say anything more and only sighed silently, "This Minjun, she really knows how to take advantage of a situation. She truly is a handful."

Lu Chen stood up, scanned everyone, and said in a deep voice, "There is no time to lose. Sect Leader Fang, please write the letters tomorrow and dispatch your Disciples to visit the various great sects to arrange a time."

Fang Yanqing nodded slightly and turned to look at Ding Minjun, "Minjun, do you understand Sect Master Lu's meaning? Select reliable people to deliver the letters via five different routes. Remember, you must not leak the secret."

Ding Minjun took a step forward and said respectfully to Fang Yanqing, "Minjun obeys Revered Master's command!" Her eyes flickered with a light of excitement; this was a rare opportunity.

The corners of Lu Chen's mouth curled up slightly as he added, "The messengers must be articulate and persuasive. Remember, you must vividly express the Ming Cult's arrogance and their ambition to unite the Jianghu after obtaining the dragon slaying saber!"

Ding Minjun's heart shivered, and she immediately understood Lu Chen's meaning.

This wasn't just sending letters; it was clearly fanning the flames!

She immediately replied, "Sect Master Lu, rest assured. I will definitely select the Disciples best at exaggerating the details for the journey."

Fang Yanqing glared at Ding Minjun and said crossly, "What 'exaggerating details'? That's reporting the facts! Remember, our Emei Sect has always taken acting with justice as our duty. You must not talk nonsense and ruin our reputation."

Ding Minjun quickly lowered her head to hide the smile at the corner of her mouth: "Yes, I accept Revered Master's lecture."

Lu Chen waved his hand and smiled, "Sect Leader Fang, there's no need to be so serious. In the Jianghu, what is true is false and what is false is true. As long as we can reclaim the heaven-reliant sword and eliminate the Mongol Tartars, it's fine to be a bit flexible with our methods."

Looking at Ding Minjun's triumphant expression, Fang Yanqing sighed inwardly. This Ding Minjun was truly someone who would seize any opportunity.

"Minjun, the matter of delivering the letters is of great importance. You must be careful and cautious; do not take it lightly. Also, you will inevitably encounter some low-lifes on the road, so you must be extra vigilant," Fang Yanqing exhorted earnestly.

Ding Minjun waved her hand impatiently: "Revered Master, rest assured, I understand. They're just a few insignificant clowns; they're not even worth my notice."

Fang Yanqing shook her head helplessly and sighed softly, "She really is a competitive girl. I wonder if this will be a blessing or a curse."

Lu Chen walked to Fang Yanqing's side and said with a smile, "Sect Leader Fang, no need to worry. Although Lady Ding has her own little schemes, she is articulate and persuasive. You could say you've succeeded in teaching all kinds without discrimination."

Fang Yanqing rolled her eyes at Lu Chen and said crossly, "Are you insulting my Emei?"

Lu Chen laughed heartily and didn't argue.

He knew Fang Yanqing was worried that Ding Minjun would mess things up, but he wasn't worried at all.

Lu Chen turned around, his gaze falling on Yin Susu, a fox-like smile curling his lips: "Susu, I think it's time for the Heavenly Eagle Sect to get moving as well."

Yin Susu's eyes were like silk as she leaned lazily against the back of the chair, like an elegant cat: "Oh? What are Brother Chen's orders? As long as Susu can do it, I will definitely go through fire and water without hesitation."

Lu Chen walked to Yin Susu's side, gently pinched her cheek, and said with a smile, "Going through fire and water won't be necessary. However, your Heavenly Eagle Sect has a wide membership and transmits news quickly. This task is perfect for you."

He paused and lowered his voice, saying, "Spread the news in the Jianghu as quickly as possible that the Ming Cult has seized the dragon slaying saber and will hold a 'Dragon Slaying Saber Prestige Assembly' at Bright Peak in three months."

Upon hearing this, a glint of cunning flashed in Yin Susu's eyes. She smiled and said, "Isn't that simple? Leave it to Susu. I guarantee the entire Jianghu will know the Ming Cult has the dragon slaying saber and wants to dominate the martial world."

Lu Chen nodded with satisfaction and added, "By the way, spread another piece of news: that the Six Great Sects are going to launch a combined attack on Bright Peak to extinguish the Ming Cult's Sacred Fire and seize the dragon slaying saber."

Yin Susu giggled, her body trembling like a blooming branch: "Brother Chen, you're making the Ming Cult everyone's target. But I like it! Only by muddying the waters can one catch fish."

Lu Chen flicked Yin Susu's nose and said with a smile, "You little girl, you really just want to see the world in chaos. But it has to be chaotic to draw out the Yuan-Mongol experts."

Yin Susu stood up and stretched, showing off her graceful figure to the fullest: "Alright, Brother Chen, just wait for the good show. I guarantee that in three months, Bright Peak will be the focus of the entire Jianghu."

She then called for brush and ink and, with flowing strokes, finished a letter in an instant.

After writing the letter, Yin Susu walked out to the courtyard and took a specially made bamboo tube from her bosom.

Yin Susu aimed the bamboo tube at the sky and pulled the trigger with a "swish."

Immediately following, a brilliant firework bloomed in the sky, taking the shape of a soaring eagle, lifelike and eye-catching.

This was no ordinary firework; it was a special signaling firework of the Heavenly Eagle Sect, which only high-ranking members could use.

"That's quite a commotion," Lu Chen said, walking to Yin Susu's side with a smile. "Susu, it's like you're afraid people won't know you're sending a message."

Yin Susu rolled her eyes at Lu Chen and said coquettishly, "Hmph, I want everyone to know that my Heavenly Eagle Sect is well-informed and has clever methods."

Less than fifteen minutes later, Yin Susu went out again and released another firework, also a soaring eagle.

In this manner, she released three fireworks in a row before returning to Lu Chen's side with satisfaction.

"Brother Chen, done!" Yin Susu clapped her hands and said triumphantly, "Someone will come to collect the letter very soon."