Chapter 254 Necromancer. (Bonus Chapter)
Han Lingshi called in Dong Sirius and Al-Jelal for tea, but the former men were shocked to see the elder of the Kun Family sitting across a lady and Kun Lin standing behind him.
They exchanged a brief glance and everyone could understand what was going on inside their heads, they were thinking, 'This old ginger sure is spicy, to think he came over so quickly.'
Indeed, Kun Lei knew what would happen, because when they were meeting earlier, the situation had become obvious to them all. They knew that Hao Ren would not go easy on them at any cost, because they had offended him in the past. The only option he left for them now was to come and beg to them. The first one to do so will gain more.
Dong Sirius sighed as he came in, he and his partner bowed to Han Lingshi, and Ye Lan made the introduction. Dong Sirius was a bit confused when Ye Lan said, "You can address Young Miss, as Madam Hao."
That was it, a bomb exploded in their minds, and they looked at Old Master Kun, who nodded subtly. Dong Sirius replied, "Greetings, Madam Hao, I hope you have been well."
Han Lingshi nodded calmly, and gestured for them to sit next to Master Kun. Dong Sirius looked at the old man and said, "Master Kun, you sure beat all of us by coming early this morning."
Master Kun smiled lightly while Han Lingshi asked, "What brings the two heads of the Silk Dream Merchant Company here today?"
Dong Sirius and Al-Jelal stated their concerns that were similar to the Kun Family. Their business had been affected by the change in government. The borders of the previous four kingdoms had yet to smoothen up because of the repeated rebel strikes.
Han Lingshi rapped her fingers on the table surface, and said, "I will see what can be done about it. However, after we are done with the solution, I would be expecting you to pay the taxes on time. What do you think?"
Al-Jelal replied, "Madam Hao, we have no problem with the taxes, but please help us as soon as possible."
Han Lingshi nodded in cooperation and then she sent the people off before heading to the study room. She said, "Yang, come here."
Her shadow squirmed and Yang walked out of the dark patch. He asked, "What can I do, Big Sister?"
Han Lingshi smiled and said, "Call Ye Jian for me."
Yang nodded with a bright smile and left the place with a hopping step. Yin watched the child and clicked her tongue. Han Lingshi asked, "Yin, why are you always so hard on him?"
Yin replied, "Young Miss, this kid has caused a lot of trouble for us. One time he went to the house of a General and challenged that man for a duel in the Young Master's name, even when he knew that YounG Master was in seclusion."
Han Lingshi was surprised and raised her brow as she asked, "What happened then?"
Yin sighed and said, "Lady Mei came in time and the situation was averted. Imagine the consequences of his naughtiness. When asked why did he do it, he said it was because he wanted to be exiled back to blue star. It was only when Big Brother Ren threatened him that you would leave him for being weak, did he mend his ways."
Han Lingshi revealed a bitter smile, after all, Yang was her spiritual pet, and it was her job to watch him. However, being away for such a long time could have caused the young spirit beast to act this way.
Yin asked, "Young Miss, did you call over Ye Jian because of the rebel strike situations?"
Han Lingshi nodded and replied, "I have a feeling that it is not actually the rebel forces who are causing trouble. Given the iron fist methods and the intelligence gathered by the Crescent Moon Restaurant, it is clear that the rebel forces had strong connections with these people in the past, so why will they resort to raiding and looting?
Another point to note is that if the merchant families still wanted to side with the rebels, it would have been better to work in the shadows. Even if they are just framing the scene, we still need to find the truth. Because without risking we won't be able to clean up. Be it bandits, or the merchants."
Yin nodded and said, "Big Brother said once, a merchant will never make a losing deal unless he has nothing to lose."
Han Lingshi nodded and sat down on a chair in the study. She took out the tablet to scroll through the data on it when the door was knocked. Yang peeked inside and said, "Big Sister, Big Brother Ye Jian is here."
Han Lingshi nodded and waved her hand to call them inside the room. Ye Jian walked in as well, he bowed to Han Lingshi, and asked, "What can I do for you, Young Miss?"n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Han Lingshi said, "In the morning I met with the owners of the Silk Dream Merchant Company, and they brought up the topic of bandits raiding their convoys."
Ye Jian nodded and asked, "Would you like me to look into it?"
Han Lingshi nodded and said, "Take some people and get me the results. I want to have this sorted and restore the trade routes between the old borders. The nation is undergoing a major uphaul and war has left us under the red. We need money and we need it quickly."
Ye Jian nodded and said, "I will depart now, Ye Arrow will take over the task of your protection and I will be back by the night."
Han Lingshi nodded and replied, "That would be good. However, exercise caution who knows what is out there."
Ye Jian nodded and left the place quickly. They mobilized the people and then a small team left the Paradise City to investigate the situation.
Hao Ren was cultivating in the other side of the palace, he was aware of all this but he did not say anything and nor did he come forward to help Han Lingshi much. They both had their own things to do.
He opened his eyes and looked at the side, as he said, "Xiao Si, clear up the kitchen I am going to cook some food."
Ye Si, was his personal aide, and battle maiden. She might not look like it but this dainty teenager was a Dao Integration Realm expert. She was the most talented among the first batch of people that were taken in by Hao Ren.
Ye Si came back after a few minutes, and said, "Big Brother, it is clear. Are you going to cook for Sister-in-law?"
Hao Ren smiled at this address and nodded. The rest of the people had some hesitation towards Han Lingshi because they thought that their young master had been working so hard for her sake all this well and now he was going to give away everything that he built for her sake too.
However, Ye Si, did not have such concerns. She would not doubt Hao Ren even a bit and for even a moment, because not only did he change her destiny, but also guided her to reach the level she has today in such a short time.
She saw him as her master, and Hao Ren never disappointed her. She was the only one who called Han Lingshi Sister-in-law.
Hao Ren cooked five dishes, and then she made some desserts. The young man then set up a plate personally, with great garnish. He picked up the plate and was about to go out to feed Han Lingshi, when the system voice echoed in his mind, *Ding: Host, it has been detected that your wife has sent Ye Jian to deal with some situation at the borders, but the situation is above his level of skill at the moment. You should head over quickly and deal with the problem.*
Hao Ren sighed and looked at Ye Si, before he extended the plate to her, and said, "Bring this to Lingshi, I have to go and deal with something."
Ye Si took the plate and was confused about what just happened when Hao Ren left the kitchen and vanished from his place.
The young girl was his aide, and would often go to kill people or negotiations, but Hao Ren has never taken her to the battle beside him. Ye Si did not like to fight. Hao Ren has only sent her on a few protection missions.
Ye Si was not a sword master or a spear master, she was a law master. This girl was a badass expert, and only acter when someone harmed her family. She calmly bought the plate to the study where Han Lingshi was working from and knocked the door.
The door opened and Yang opened it to check. However, the ever naughty kid calmed down and asked, "Big sister Si, what can I do for you?"
Ye Si smiled and asked, "Is sister-in-law here? Big Brother sent food for her."
Yang nodded and without even asking for Han Lingshi's permission opened the door. Ye Si walked in quickly and said, "Sister-in-law, you and Big Brother both need to stop once in a while to relax. He cooked food for you and also wanted to bring it to you when he decided to go for some work and sent me here."
Han Lingshi was surprised at the address but she smiled brightly and said, "Come, let us eat together."
Ye Si was surprised and then scratched her head. Yin saw her confused and hesitant expression and said, "Sisi is already a Dao Integration Realm expert, so she does not need to eat, but also this plate is personally set up for you by Big Brother."
Han Lingshi nodded, suppressing the shock in her heart and sat down to eat while talking to Ye Si, and asked, "Where did Ren go?"
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Hao Ren appeared in the sky and after a few moments, Ye Jian appeared in the distance rushing over with his team that came out for investigation. Hao Ren sighed and asked when they reached close, "What happened?"
Ye Jian replied, "Young Master, there is a necromancer. He has three Planet Shattering Realm Corpses."
Hao Ren opened his eyes wide and asked, "What the fuck do you mean by this? How the hell in the name of heavens did you find an undying swine? Didn't you come here to look into the robbery incidents?"
Ye Jian nodded and said, "We investigated and found that an evil corpse sect was responsible for this. They raised the corpse puppets. We killed everyone, when this guy claiming to be the sect master came over.
He is a Dao Integration realm expert who has raised three Planet Shattering Realm corpse puppets. Hao Ren clenched his fists and said, "I will handle it, you guys get away from here."
Ye Jian was worried about him and asked, "I will stay behind."
Hao Ren looked at him and said, "I do not mean to look down on you, but just because you have become a Sword Grandmaster, do not think that you can help a Sword Saint. Shoo, or I will beat you up."
Ye Jian had no words to defend himself, and nodded before leaving the place with his team. Hao Ren raised his hand and took out a battle armor. He was fighting three puppets who were incapable of feeling pain. He had to be careful.
The armor was called Titan Armor. It was an artifact that came with the passive effect of dispelling ten percent of the attack impact. Hao Ren then took out a sword that looked as if the blade was condensed of the night sky and stars. He caressed the blade and said, "You must have been longing to go and fight to your heart's content, right, old friend?"
Hao Ren had this blade for over ten years, and this blade had gained some enlightenment under his care. As Hao Ren ran his finger across the blade it emitted a sharp vibration. The young man raised his head up and looked at a trio of blackening humans who stopped at some distance from him and behind them was an old man. Hao Ren looked at the man and said, "Do not disappoint me."
The eyes locked and the battle was about to erupt.