58: Chapter 58, that's it?

He Dingkun snorted. "What I want is a living, obedient Han Jingyang who can extend my life, not a corpse. If Liu San takes action and accidentally kills Han Jingyang, where would I find a replacement?"

Shi Xiaoya quickly bowed even lower. "I understand. I'll call Mr. Xue right away."

"Wait, Old Xue is busy at this hour. Tomorrow morning after ten, send him a message first. If he responds, then call. If not, wait patiently. Understand?"

"Understood."

"Go on then. I'm going to sleep. Don't disturb me tonight."

"Yes, sir."

After speaking, He Dingkun headed upstairs to his bedroom. He closed the doors and windows before taking out his phone and dialing a number. "Liu San, how's the situation?"

"Boss, everything is normal."

"Are you sure?"

"Positive. I'm sleeping right next to the grave."

"Leave a few people there. I have a mission for you."

"Tell me, Boss."

"Pay a visit to Jiguang Zhai and test that guy surnamed Han's capabilities."

"Understood."

...

Jiguang Zhai.

Han Jingyang and Liu Jing had finished packing up and were ready to depart.

Just as they finished, they heard the sound of a motorcycle coming from the entrance.

At this hour, there shouldn't be any motorcycles in the market.

Unless...

Thinking of Sun Xiaoliang and his gang, Han Jingyang turned to look at Liu Jing.

Liu Jing understood immediately and pulled out that kangxi war sword, which looked sharp and cold but was actually unsharpened.

The "kangxi war sword" was actually a name given by later generations. It was essentially a two-handed saber with a domineering design and high practicality. It could be used with one or two hands and was strong in both infantry and cavalry combat. It became widely known because it was used by Emperor Kangxi, and later merchants simply called all such two-handed sabers "kangxi war swords."

This sword was one Liu Jing had bought from a neighboring shop that specialized in modern handicrafts.

Although it was a handicraft, it was a genuine "hundred-refined" blade, a folded pattern steel sword similar to Damascus steel. The blade featured fine patterns from folding and forging, with high edge hardness, while clay-tempering ensured the blade's toughness. Paired with an exquisite hilt and guard, it looked imposing and powerful.

However, sharpening the blade was a sensitive matter, so Liu Jing still hadn't dared to have it sharpened.

If it were truly sharpened...

If Liu Jing gripped the sword with both hands and swung, she could split a person or a pig in two.

Although the sword was a handicraft, the materials and craftsmanship were the real deal, costing nearly twenty thousand yuan; its quality was no joke.

For that reason, Liu Jing really didn't dare to sharpen it.

But even unsharpened, it was sufficient. A strike from it wasn't something a person could withstand; while it wouldn't split them in half, breaking bones and tendons wouldn't be a problem.

Han Jingyang and Liu Jing stayed on high alert.

They heard the motorcycle stop at the entrance, followed by heavy footsteps.

Then came a heavy knock on the door: "Boss Han, open up."

Han Jingyang and Liu Jing exchanged a glance.

An acquaintance?

The voice was very unfamiliar.

While he was wondering, he received a new message from Juhao: "He Dingkun is staying in Villa No. 8 at Jinding No. 1 tonight. Also, He Dingkun plans to summon Xue Xinming to Quancheng, intending to use Xue Xinming's incantations to threaten or control you. Furthermore, Liu San has been ordered to test you. Be careful; besides his prowess in martial arts, Liu San hides a short sword, which is very treacherous."

Liu San?

He Dingkun's top assassin?

The hair on Han Jingyang's neck stood up. He grabbed Liu Jing's hand. "It's He Dingkun's man. He's an expert and very difficult to deal with."

Liu Jing was stunned for a moment, but then she suddenly stood up. With an unknown surge of strength, she pushed Han Jingyang aside, dragged her sword toward the door, threw it open, and shouted, "You're looking for death!"

Then she swung the sword down with all her might.

*Swish—*

A bright flash of the blade swept past, heading straight for the man's neck.

The newcomer was caught off guard and retreated clumsily.

Liu Jing stepped forward and swung the blade upward.

The man retreated again.

With a few more swishes, Liu Jing had forced the man back onto the street.

Furthermore, Liu Jing pressed her advantage relentlessly. She wielded the two-handed sword so tightly that not even a drop of water could pass through. Amidst the flashing blade, the man was suppressed to the point of being unable to fight back.

Han Jingyang looked back at the statue of guan gong in the shrine and breathed a sigh of relief.

"Guan Gong Possession."

This skill was indeed powerful.

It could actually give an ordinary person like Liu Jing such formidable combat strength in a short period.

Moreover, there were no side effects, making it much more impressive than the legendary Divine Fist or Spirit Possession techniques.

He could only say that his Appraisal Technique was truly heaven-defying.

He only fully relaxed when he saw Liu Jing strike the man's shoulder blade with her sword.

A complete victory.

Although it could be considered a sneak attack, for a girl who had never practiced martial arts, this achievement was even more impressive.

Dealing with an expert like Liu San was much harder than dealing with a rogue like Sun Xiaoliang.

After her success, Liu Jing didn't pursue him further. Instead, she watched Liu San flee while clutching his shoulder and sneered, "Is that all?"

Han Jingyang clapped softly. "Beautifully done."

Liu Jing returned with her sword, cupping her hands with a smile. "Boss, thank you."

"Why are you thanking me?"

"What do you think?" Liu Jing winked, put the sword away, and then lit another stick of incense for Lord Guan in the shrine.

Well, as long as she knew in her heart.

Han Jingyang's expression turned serious. "Rest for two hours. We leave at one o'clock."

Liu Jing was now a bit worried. "Boss, are you sure about this?"

"How will we know if we don't try?"

"Where are we going?"

"Dingshen Group headquarters."

"Ah? What's the point of going there?"

"You'll know when we get there. I need to prepare the tools first."

1:30 AM.

On the roof of a tall building directly across from the Dingshen Group headquarters.

Liu Jing looked at the building opposite, which was shaped like a copper coin.

Then she looked at the tools in front of Han Jingyang and swallowed nervously. "Boss, are you going to strike at that building?"

"Yes."

"You said that man-made structures affect the Qi and Feng Shui of the land. When they reach a certain scale, they become part of the Feng Shui themselves. The energy field they form can even influence the flow of the Dragon Vein. The larger the building, the harder it is to shake its energy field and Feng Shui layout. You need a building of similar scale to counter it."

"That's right."

"Then you..."

"Just watch."

A folding table was set up in front of Han Jingyang.

It was covered with a red silk cloth.

The four corners of the silk were held down by Jade Paperweights.

In the center sat a Grade 3 Ming Dynasty Yongle-era gilt bronze statue of Emperor Zhenwu.

In front of the statue was a Grade 5 Qing Dynasty Kangxi-era bronze incense burner.

Further in front of the incense burner were a Grade 6 tianpeng ruler and a bagua mirror.

Han Jingyang held a Grade 5 Yang Gong Compass in his left hand and a Grade 6 copper sanqing bell in his right. On his back was a Grade 5 Warring States gold and silver inlaid bronze sword, and tied to his waist was a Grade 6 Qianlong Hetian jade carved vajra pestle.

He had brought out all the top-tier items that could be of use.

Although the combination was somewhat mismatched, the skills were real.

He wasn't asking for much, just to give He Dingkun a severe blow. Even if he couldn't kill He Dingkun directly, he wanted to teach him a lesson or dispel his improper thoughts.