#278 - Chapter 278: Killing Four

Xu Tian felt a slight relief in his heart, knowing that in this turbulent moment, maintaining a low profile and remaining hidden was crucial.

He thought to himself, "Are these people just here to stay at the inn? That's good. As long as I don't go out, no one should be able to find me at this time."

This caution and vigilance were instincts he had honed over many years in the Red Lotus Sect.

Recalling the scene of using his movement techniques and cover to run circles around the pursuers, Xu Tian couldn't help but reveal a cold smile.

The disappearance of that tracking expert was undoubtedly the result of his decisive and swift action. At the time, he deliberately killed that Bone-Refining martial artist named Fang Lian in front of the tracker,

in order to give the opponent a strong warning, and also to test their reaction and strength. Now it seems that this trick worked, and the other party chose to retreat out of fear.

Xu Tian knew that this did not mean he had completely escaped danger. On the contrary, he understood even more how delicate and dangerous his current situation was.

He had to remain vigilant at all times and could not afford any slackness or carelessness. Although he had temporarily found a safe haven in this inn, the night outside was still full of unknowns and variables.

He gently patted his lapels, as if to brush away the dust and fatigue from his body. Then he walked to the window, his gaze piercing through the night, staring into the distance.

His heart was filled with determination and resolution. He knew that he must complete this mission, no matter how many difficulties and obstacles lay ahead, he would move forward without hesitation.

As long as he could bring back the Silk Thread Art, his strength would also usher in a wave of growth. Perhaps, in his lifetime, he could even set foot in the True Qi Realm, and then he would be the next Divine General!

Cheng Feng brought the Sword Hall disciples to stay in his own inn, naturally without any so-called defensive mentality.

Only out of duty did he casually ask the innkeeper, "How has it been in the Prefectural City recently?"

The innkeeper was a kind-looking, slightly chubby middle-aged man with a hint of shrewdness in his eyes. Facing Cheng Feng, the young man who had single-handedly built the Hongmen, he dared not be negligent.

He clasped his hands and said, "Reporting to the Sect Leader, according to the sect's orders, the Prefectural City has not caused any trouble except for some minor disturbances."

Seeing the innkeeper's hesitant expression, Cheng Feng smiled and said, "Speak plainly if you have something to say, or you'll miss this opportunity."

Hearing Cheng Feng say this, the innkeeper simply laid it bare: "Sect Leader, there are many experts in the Prefectural City, and their strength and realm are far beyond our people.

I wonder if the sect could send some slightly stronger people to guard the inn, otherwise, I'm afraid we will suffer losses without external support. Many small gangs always come to freeload because we just opened, and it won't be a solution in the long run!"

Cheng Feng instantly understood the innkeeper's meaning: "Okay, no problem. My coming back this time was originally to gain some territory in the Prefectural City. What you said is a very good breakthrough point. From now on, Sword Hall disciples will be stationed in the Prefectural City, so don't worry!"

"Good, good, this way we can save a lot of money," the innkeeper was perhaps also aggrieved, and was a little excited to see his Sect Leader say this.

"Is there anything you need, Sect Leader? I'll have someone get it for you right away."

Cheng Feng smiled upon hearing the innkeeper's somewhat exaggerated words: "We are looking for a black-robed man who came out of the Golden Breath Tower tonight. We didn't see his face clearly and just missed him. Can you find him???"

The innkeeper was ashamed: "Sect Leader is joking. I'm talking about food, drink, or warming the bed. Finding people is not my forte."

Cheng Feng immediately understood and laughed: "Alright, that's enough about you. Your services are not needed for now. We are all tired tonight, let's go rest."

The innkeeper also smiled and retreated, muttering in his heart: "Black-robed man? How can there be so many black-robed men that you can't find? Wouldn't you hide if you saw a large group of people?"

"Wait," the innkeeper's mind flashed like lightning.

Didn't a black-robed man check in not long ago? His face was covered by a hood, so you couldn't see his face, could you?

Could it be???

Could this heaven-sent opportunity be falling on my head just like that?

The innkeeper immediately recalled the details of the black-robed man, and then knocked on Cheng Feng's door again.

Cheng Feng hadn't fallen asleep yet. He opened the door and saw the innkeeper, and asked in confusion, "Do you have anything else?"

The innkeeper's face was full of smiles, and his eyes sparkled with undisguised excitement and anticipation. He said in a low and urgent voice, "Sect Leader, I have something important to report, perhaps related to the black-robed man you just mentioned."

Hearing this, Cheng Feng raised his eyebrows slightly, and a hint of interest immediately arose in his heart. He gestured for the innkeeper to enter the room and closed the door. "Oh? Tell me, what clues do you have?"

The innkeeper lowered his voice, trying not to let anyone outside the room hear his secret: "Just now, when the Sect Leader mentioned the black-robed man, I suddenly remembered that a black-robed man did check into our inn tonight.

This person was completely covered from head to toe by a black robe and hood, making it impossible to see his face clearly, which is very similar to the Sect Leader's description.

And the check-in time was not much different from the Sect Leader's check-in time, so it is very likely to be the same person."

Hearing this, Cheng Feng's eyes lit up, and he immediately asked, "Where is this person now? Is he still in the inn?"

The innkeeper quickly nodded: "Yes, he is staying in the Tianzi-grade room at the innermost part of the inn, and he has not come out since checking in."

Cheng Feng pondered for a moment, secretly calculating in his heart. If this person is really the black-robed man they are looking for, then this time it is truly a case of searching high and low to no avail, only to find it effortlessly.

He then said to the innkeeper, "You have done well. If this matter is successful, you will be greatly rewarded. Now, go and help me keep an eye on that room, and report back immediately if there is any disturbance."

The innkeeper repeatedly agreed, and happily retreated. He was already calculating the rewards he could get this time, but he couldn't help but feel a little uneasy, after all, such a "great achievement" came too suddenly, making him both excited and nervous.

Cheng Feng, on the other hand, stood in place, his gaze deeply fixed on the direction of the Tianzi-grade room.

The next action will be crucial, not only to ensure the flawless capture of the black-robed man, but also to ensure that the sound of his and his men's actions is not too loud, otherwise, it will attract another storm if discovered by other forces.

While making a fortune in silence, Cheng Feng also adhered to the attitude of rather killing by mistake than letting go.

Cheng Feng also didn't believe that such a coincidence could happen, but since they met here,

if Heaven gives, but you do not take, you will be blamed.

He gently called the Sword Hall disciples who had not yet fallen asleep, first to monitor the outside of the inn to prevent outsiders from discovering anything,

after that, it was up to Cheng Feng's performance.

With a wave of his hand, a robotic dog appeared in front of him, its bright red electronic eyes glowing in the darkness, and a ferocious aura quietly released without a sound.