221: Wuji City Spy

Two days had passed since the great fire in the Imperial Capital, and tonight, Ye Kong had already arrived outside Wuji City.

"Don't let anyone know that you've appeared in Wuji City. Once my imperial decree arrives, you will emerge and go on a punitive expedition against the Alien Race!"

Ye Kong always kept the Emperor's words in mind. On his way to Wuji City, he stopped at another city to change his clothes and disguise himself before coming to Wuji City.

Under the cover of night, Ye Kong prepared to scale the wall to enter the city and go directly to Senior Yang Wuji, the God, to explain the situation.

Outside Wuji City, the night was silent, with only a half-moon obscured by clouds in the dark sky.

Ye Kong hid in the grass outside the city, patiently waiting for the darkest moment when the moon would be completely covered.

After waiting for a while, Ye Kong suddenly heard footsteps.

Ye Kong did not make a sound, but observed from the grass to see who it was.

— The Alien Race.

Under the faint moonlight, Ye Kong clearly saw several members of the Alien Race approaching, and like Ye Kong, they hid in the nearby grass.

They began to converse.

"Not a single one of our myriad race brethren who went to the Imperial Capital returned. I wonder if they succeeded."

"Hmph, let's just worry about ourselves first. The Elder said he doesn't know, and the Human Race might launch an attack on us at any time, so we must be extra vigilant."

"Hmm, I think our position here is good. We can observe the people coming and going at the city gate. Once Wuji City deploys troops, we will report immediately."

Ye Kong thought to himself that this position was indeed good, but there was also a first-come, first-served basis. I've already heard every word you've said!

However, Ye Kong did not alert them. Rather than eliminating them now, it was better to leave them there to monitor and stabilize the Alien Race.

When it was time for him to actually deploy troops, he would then eliminate these few members of the Alien Race, making them lose their intelligence!

Ye Kong quietly noted the location, then concealed his Qi and slowly moved his body, moving away from these members of the Alien Race.

Reaching the bottom of the city wall, Ye Kong moved his feet and began to scale the wall.

He lightly landed on the city wall. The surrounding soldiers hadn't noticed Ye Kong at first, but a small magic array appeared under Ye Kong's feet.

What is this?

The surrounding soldiers immediately discovered Ye Kong.

"Who's there!"

Ye Kong quickly leaped from the city wall into the city.

"He jumped down! Chase him quickly, sound the alarm!"

As soon as Ye Kong landed and prepared to run, a General holding a long spear immediately appeared before him.

"Who goes there? State your name!"

Ye Kong was stunned. This familiar voice, wasn't it Xue Ruyu?

Ye Kong immediately stopped and said, "Commander Xue, it's me. Please don't sound the alarm. I have an urgent matter to discuss with Senior Yang Wuji."

Xue Ruyu carefully scrutinized Ye Kong before her, saying nothing.

A flash of electricity sparked at Ye Kong's fingertip, illuminating his face for a second.

One second was enough. Xue Ruyu had already seen Ye Kong's face and nodded.

Soldiers immediately surrounded them.

"Commander Xue, we're here!"

Xue Ruyu spread her hand and said, "Don't sound the alarm. Leave this to me. You all return to your positions!"

The soldiers were a bit confused, glanced at Ye Kong, who was dressed in black, but still retreated as per Xue Ruyu's instructions.

"Yes, Commander! Let's go."

Xue Ruyu put away her spear and turned around.

"Follow me."

After speaking, Xue Ruyu leaped into the city.

Ye Kong followed suit.

Under Xue Ruyu's guidance, Ye Kong arrived at the residence of Yang Wuji, the God of Wuji City.

With no one else around, Xue Ruyu finally said, "Ye Kong, Senior Yang has been waiting for you for a long time. Go in quickly."

Ye Kong nodded and slipped into the residence.

Xue Ruyu looked left and right, then also entered the residence, closing the door tightly behind her.

Ye Kong quickly met Yang Wuji after entering. Yang Wuji was still as he had been before, with the air of an immortal and still robust.

"Ye Kong greets Senior Yang."

Yang Wuji was very happy to see Ye Kong and said, "Ye Kong, first place in the Ten Kingdoms Tournament! Congratulations!"

"Sit down quickly!"

Ye Kong walked into the house and sat down.

"Thank you, Senior Yang. This time I've returned to Wuji City, I presume you know why?"

Yang Wuji stroked his beard and said, "The Emperor has sent someone to deliver a letter to me overnight. I already understand his plan."

"Ye Kong, what are your thoughts on this expedition?"

Ye Kong scratched his head and said, "I am naturally willing to contribute to the Human Race and suppress the Alien Race."

"However, although I have the determination to fight the Alien Race, I'm afraid I haven't led troops in battle before and lack experience. For this, I will have to rely on Commander Xue to teach me."

Yang Wuji waved his hand and said, "Ye Kong, you don't need to be so modest. This is no longer an era where numbers matter. Do you know that one sword can block a million soldiers?"

"With your ability, going out to suppress the rebellion, as long as you don't encounter an Alien God, you have a chance of winning. Don't worry, I will guard your rear in Wuji City. If an Alien God appears, I will cross the Void Realm to provide support."

Upon hearing this, Ye Kong was overjoyed and immediately said, "Thank you, Senior Yang!"

Yang Wuji laughed twice and then said, "However, leading troops is indeed not something that can be learned overnight. I have someone here who is extremely skilled in military tactics and can assist you."

Ye Kong asked, "Who is this person?"

There was a soft thud from outside the door. Ye Kong frowned, immediately stood up, and his entire body's Thunder Power circulated.

Could it be that the Alien Race had already infiltrated Wuji City?

Ye Kong was worried, but it was Xue Ruyu who pushed the door open.

Ye Kong was stunned. At this moment, Yang Wuji said, "Ye Kong, you don't need to be nervous. The person extremely skilled in military tactics I was referring to is Ruyu."

Ye Kong lowered his guard, very surprised.

"Is that true?"

Xue Ruyu stepped forward and said to Ye Kong, "Ye Kong, since you can't lead troops, why are you taking the title of General Who Suppresses Rebellion? You might as well let me do it!"

Ye Kong was stunned, then burst into laughter.

"Yes, yes, yes, it should be given to Commander Xue. I am willing to be a small soldier under Commander Xue's command, to carry a sword and lead a horse for the General..."

Before he could finish, Xue Ruyu interrupted him, saying, "Whoever wants it can have it. I don't care for it."

"Hahahaha."

Yang Wuji said, "Ye Kong, the troops transferred from the Imperial Capital haven't arrived yet. Take this time to rest. When they do, familiarize yourself with the personnel."

"As for the rest, let Ruyu teach you."

Ye Kong nodded and said, "Alright, thank you, Senior Yang. I won't disturb your rest."

Xue Ruyu led Ye Kong out and went straight to the military camp.

"Ye Kong, although my subordinates are trustworthy, it's not impossible for someone to be led astray. The matter of raising an army, and your presence, must both be kept secret."

"Starting today, you will temporarily serve as my guard and come to the camp with me to rest." Ye Kong affirmed Xue Ruyu's approach.

As soon as they arrived at the military camp, they saw someone waiting at the camp gate.

A soldier saw Xue Ruyu and ran out from inside.

"Commander Xue, this person says he wants to see you. He claims to be from the Imperial Capital."

Xue Ruyu was startled and said, "Bring him into the camp to see me!" Ye Kong and Xue Ruyu exchanged glances and quickly walked into the camp.