My Apprentice Is Too Diligent

Chapter 62 [062] Han Ying's Ambition (Please Subscribe)

Chen Family Courtyard.

Chen Wuji leaned back in his chair, listening to Su Dayong and Han Ying report on the various matters of the past half month. In his heart, he secretly pondered, but on the surface, he remained calm.

After listening to Su Dayong and Han Ying's report, Chen Wuji calmly said, "Pang Qianding doesn't need to worry. He doesn't have the time to care about us now. By the time he wants to, it will be too late for him."

"Master, are you saying that many people might die in Moon Bay?" Han Ying asked curiously.

"More or less," Chen Wuji didn't explain too much, changing the subject. "How much progress have you made in your cultivation during this period?"

"I've made great progress!" Su Dayong suddenly became excited and said, "Master, I have already reached the Fourth Layer of Body Refining! I don't know why, but my cultivation has been exceptionally smooth during this period. The bottleneck that was hindering me suddenly broke through on its own!"

"Well, not bad," Chen Wuji nodded calmly.

After being enlightened, if one still couldn't break through, then it would be strange.

"Continue to work hard and strive to reach the Seventh Layer of Body Refining as soon as possible."

"Yes, Master, I will definitely not disappoint you," Su Dayong nodded heavily.

"Ah, Senior Brother has reached the Fourth Layer of Body Refining, Third Junior Sister has reached the Fifth Layer of Body Refining, and I, as the Second Senior Sister, am still stuck at the Third Layer of Body Refining. I'm almost too embarrassed to show my face. I've also brought shame to Master," Han Ying sighed softly.

"Well..." Su Dayong hesitated, feeling awkward about how to respond.

"Just keep working hard," Chen Wuji said calmly, "As long as you work hard, you will eventually reap rewards. The mansion has plenty of resources and money. You don't need to think about anything else, just focus on cultivating. If you have any questions, you can come and ask me."

"Yes, Master!"

Su Dayong and Han Ying both responded in unison.

"Well, go and busy yourselves," Chen Wuji said calmly, "By the way, eldest disciple, give a portion of the dried fish I brought back to the gatekeeper, Yang Lao."

"Yes, Master," Su Dayong replied and left to attend to his tasks.

Han Ying followed suit.

"Second disciple, wait here for a moment," Chen Wuji called out.

"Master, do you have any other instructions?" Han Ying asked in confusion.

"You wait here for now."

Chen Wuji didn't explain further, leaving the study and going to the training room. He took a Body Tempering Pill, crushed it, and dissolved it in tea.

Then, holding the tea, he returned to the study and handed it to Han Ying. "Drink it."

"What is this?" Han Ying asked with his mouth, taking it and slowly drinking it.

After putting down the cup and smacking his lips, he pondered, "It tastes like a Body Tempering Pill. Master, is this a new type of Body Refining medicine?"

"No," Chen Wuji didn't explain much and asked, "Second disciple, you seem to be very interested in analyzing and collecting intelligence?"

"Yes," Han Ying's eyes lit up. "I was just thinking earlier that there must be something fishy about the sudden news of a treasure appearing in Moon Bay."

"How so?" Chen Wuji looked at Han Ying with interest.

Han Ying wasn't intimidated and analyzed, "Firstly, although news of treasures appearing in Moon Bay spreads from time to time, these news usually spread slowly, unlike this time, where the entire county was shaken in just two days."

"Secondly, in the past, news of treasures in Moon Bay would only circulate among the major forces, and the ordinary people below wouldn't know about it at first. It was usually after the anomaly in Moon Bay disappeared that the news would spread to the lower levels."

"But this time, it's the opposite. The ordinary people below were the first to receive the news, causing a city-wide commotion. The major forces above only sent people to investigate after they found out."

"Lastly, yesterday when I was out, I passed by a teahouse and saw someone desperately promoting the treasure in Moon Bay. The exaggerated expression on his face, as if he himself had personally seen the treasure, was too fake!"

Chen Wuji, "..."

(Note: The chapter number and title provided in the original text are included in the translation for reference.)

Setting aside the last point, the level of the salesperson I found is too low, and they were seen through and not discussed.

The first two points, ordinary people are completely unaware of.

Han Ying can see this, which shows her logical thinking ability, analytical reasoning ability, and ability to distinguish between truth and falsehood are all very good.

When it comes to intelligence systems, we should find skilled individuals.

Considering this, Chen Wuji's expression became serious. He pointed out Han Ying in the disciple information panel and said, "Second disciple, I am preparing to establish an intelligence agency for our Hidden Dragon Gate. I want you to be in charge. Can you..."

"I can!"

Without waiting for Chen Wuji to finish, Han Ying preemptively responded excitedly, "Master, rest assured, I will definitely handle this task well. I will keep track of the actions and whereabouts of every person in the county, including the county lord. I will record everything, such as what he eats in the morning, what he drinks at noon, and which concubine he sleeps with at night!"

"...That's not urgent."

Chen Wuji's mouth twitched. "For now, don't make contact with the county office. The Li family and the Zhang family are the same. Wait until you have a general understanding of the other forces in the county before making contact."

"Disciple understands." Han Ying knew her boundaries and immediately nodded firmly.

"Gathering intelligence, especially in the early stages, requires a large amount of funds. I will give you thirty thousand taels. You handle it."

Chen Wuji said in a deep voice, "Improving intelligence is important, but your own safety is even more important. Money can be earned again if lost, but once a person is gone, everything is lost."

"Therefore, remember, you are in charge, the final insurance. No matter what happens, you must not personally intervene, appear, or take action!"

"...Master, rest assured, I will always remember today's teachings and will not take risks." Han Ying replied seriously.

"Good."

Chen Wuji nodded in satisfaction and resumed a relaxed tone. "Of course, if you encounter something that cannot be resolved, never force it. Just inform me in a timely manner."

"Understood!" Han Ying replied.

"That's all for now." Chen Wuji pondered and added, "You can find a shop that is neither too big nor too small to try it out. Once you are familiar with the general operation, you can gradually expand the scope."

"Okay!" Han Ying readily agreed.

This matter cannot be rushed.

Establishing a comprehensive intelligence system, even if it only covers a small county, requires a lot of time, effort, and money.

Fortunately, Chen Wuji is not short of money now.

Whether Han Ying has the ability, it will only be known after she tries her hand.

If she fails, it will be considered as spending money to gain experience.

But if she succeeds, the rewards will be great!

...

The emergence of the Moon Bay treasure not only attracted the attention of various local forces in White Water County.

People from neighboring counties who heard the news also hurried over.

Including wandering knights and independent individuals.

For a while, various groups gathered on the banks of Moon Bay.

Where there are many people, conflicts are inevitable.

When Chen Wuji disguised himself and came to Moon Bay, ready to take advantage of the situation and eliminate Zhao Kongchuang, he happened to encounter two groups of people drawing their swords, preparing for a fight.

"You guys from the Big Blade Gang think you deserve to be the number one gang in White Water? Hmph! If you want to be number one, first ask the knives in our hands if they agree!"

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(End of this chapter)