Red Heart Patrols the Sky

Chapter 2544 - 117: Difficult to Cross_2

Jiang Wang abruptly stood up: "I will go to Song Country immediately to warn Chen Si Wu. If Zhang Linchuan has already gone to Song Country, then we can catch him in the trap. For the other places, I will ask Guang Shu to help me send messages to inform them, so they can secretly set up traps, outwardly relaxed but inwardly vigilant, to lure Zhang Linchuan into the ambush."Zhongxuan Sheng briefly considered and said: "Marquis Wu’an’s approach is quite appropriate... I also ask you to take care of yourself."

Jiang Wang said no more words, his figure already vanished from Star River Pavilion.

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Time flies irretrievably, Jiang Wang absolutely unwilling to waste it or afford Zhang Linchuan more room to maneuver. He withdrew from the Taixu Illusion Realm and briefly instructed those responsible for the pursuit on Wei Country’s side, then headed to Song Country.

Flying swiftly throughout the journey, tirelessly rushing.

Chen Si Wu was clearly very surprised by Jiang Wang’s arrival, but still welcomed him politely.

With the highest etiquette of a literati, he invited Jiang Wang to his study for a conversation.

The room was full of precious books, but the visitor had little interest in them.

In the underground palace at Yan Yun Mountain, the discussion was about Zhang Linchuan, and now again it was about Zhang Linchuan. It seemed Zhang Linchuan was more important than all this lasting cultural elegance... leaving Chen Si Wu somewhat regretful.

But he was a man of courtesy, his elegance was for himself, and he would not force it upon others. So he engaged in a discussion about Zhang Linchuan with Jiang Wang.

After listening to Jiang Wang briefly explain the situation on Wei Country’s side, he also remarked with emotion: "To commit such vile acts there, yet leave Wei Country without a trace? Zhang Linchuan is truly sinister."

Jiang Wang went straight to the point: "I’ve come to remind Brother Chen to be extremely cautious of Zhang Linchuan. His chaos is not without purpose. The next target is very likely Song Country."

"Thank you, Brother Jiang, for your concern." Chen Si Wu was evidently very confident in Song Country’s defenses: "Since the incident at Yan Yun Mountain’s underground palace, our country has been on alert. From Shangqiu to Border City, every pass is strictly inspected, and not even a stranger fly can pass through. Various departments are on standby 24 hours a day; if Zhang Linchuan dares to come to this land of culture, he will undoubtedly perish here!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Wang realized Chen Si Wu hadn’t truly taken it to heart; evidently, he didn’t believe that Zhang Linchuan would dare to make a scene in Song Country at this time.

But speaking of thorough inspections and vigilance, wasn’t Wei Country the same?

In the end?

Zhang Linchuan still committed vile acts, successfully escaping, vanishing without a trace.

"I implore Brother Chen to take this matter seriously." Jiang Wang said earnestly: "I have long known Song Country is full of talented individuals with deep roots. But Zhang Linchuan is extremely cunning, devoid of humanity, and cannot be judged by common sense. I even suspect he might have already infiltrated Song Country."

Then he shared Zhongxuan Sheng’s analysis and summarized Zhang Linchuan-related intelligence with Chen Si Wu, speaking very earnestly. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say he was painstakingly persuasive.

Discussing another country’s defenses can easily cause resentment, but Jiang Wang’s sincerity was such that Chen Si Wu, who had a temperament accommodating of others, truly listened.

He pondered for a long time, then saluted Jiang Wang with a solemn expression: "Brother Jiang’s analysis is reasonable, Zhang Linchuan is indeed not to be underestimated. I will immediately initiate covert screening throughout Song Country. If Zhang Linchuan has infiltrated our country, there’s no way he’ll escape again!"

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"If I capture that scoundrel Zhang Linchuan, I will skin him, eat his flesh live, and crush his bones!" In the military tent, a Wei Country general said fiercely, his eyes red.

The discussion, analysis, and curses concerning Zhang Linchuan were not limited to one place, one person, or one time.

A circle of generals sat around the fire basin, its jumping flames reflecting their gritted teeth.

"Enough." Tan Wenqi voiced: "Cursing won’t kill Zhang Linchuan."

He particularly looked at the loudest one, his voice cold and deep: "Who allowed you to drink while on duty? Go back and receive your punishment!"

The singled-out general didn’t argue, but angrily gritted his teeth: "Brothers are unwilling!"

Zhang Linchuan’s escape was a fact, something those still struggling over it must face.

Tan Wenqi fell silent for a moment, then said: "Qi Marquis Wu’an left without any message, probably because he couldn’t invite Ruan Zhenjun. Tomorrow you take the men back, and I’ll go to Mount Sumeru to see if I can persuade Master Xingnian to take action."

Master Xingnian of Mount Sumeru is the highest achiever of the present "Future Astral Tribulation Scripture." In the path of peering into destiny, he wouldn’t lose to Ruan Qin.

But while saying this, he understood in his heart that the chances were slim.

First, the longer time passed, the weaker the connection between Late Mulberry Town and Zhang Linchuan became. Even Master Xingnian, seeking the demon’s trace now, was far more difficult than a few days ago.

Second, would a figure like Master Xingnian care about his feelings? He likely wouldn’t care about the face of Wei Country either. Even if bringing mountains of merit money, the other party might disdain it. Besides the future of Mount Sumeru, the orthodox teachings of the Buddhist Family may be the only things motivating Master Xingnian. He said he represented Wei Country to visit the mountain but might not see the True Buddha.

Yet if he doesn’t try, how could he be willing to let it go?

Despite Wei Country’s continuing pursuit, appearing quite forceful, Zhang Linchuan has already escaped!

Wei Country wouldn’t give up the pursuit of Zhang Linchuan, but for a Heretical Sect Leader at the Furry God level, the resources that can be mobilized are quite limited; they cannot consume the entire nation’s effort over this.