Inheriting a security escort agency, the game begins with escorting the eldest princess.

Chapter 15 mission complete, Dugu Nine Swords

When Emperor Wuming arrived, he dismissed Qingming with just a few words, demonstrating his renowned reputation in the capital. The assassins from Yanyu Tower fled with incredible speed, disappearing into the city gates and vanishing into the crowd.

The Misty Rain Pavilion is in the business of murder, so naturally they are very familiar with the situation in the capital, knowing who they can kill and who they should not mess with.

There are three people in the capital who should not be provoked: the Ninth Prince, Emperor Wuming, and the Master.

Confucius taught and enlightened the people, imparting knowledge and skills. He held a high position in the hearts of the people and had always been at odds with the Ninth Prince.

The two were irreconcilable enemies.

The most mysterious one is Emperor Wuming, who guards the imperial library. No one knows how old he is, and there are many different rumors about him.

Some say he is a Grandmaster, the strongest warrior in the Great Xia Empire, and the guardian of the royal family.

There are also rumors in the martial arts world that he is just a grandmaster martial artist, an old man who guards the library, and who does not get involved in the imperial court or the martial arts world.

Regardless of the rumors, Di Wuming has never been defeated. Qingming and the other two are already grandmasters, yet they still act subserviently in his presence, which is enough to prove that his cultivation is far beyond that of a grandmaster.

Li Anlan watched Di Wuming leave. "Master Chu, Grandpa Di was the one who swept the floor in the library."

A hidden monk?

Based on memories and templates from my past life, those who sweep the floor are almost all top-tier individuals.

The old man is indeed no ordinary person.

"Grandpa Di is very strong. I learned my martial arts from him, but unfortunately, my talent in martial arts is only average." Li Anlan said somewhat dejectedly, paused, and continued, "But I think you are stronger than Grandpa Di."

"You and I are about the same age and have already reached the Grandmaster level. When you reach the age of Grandpa Emperor, your strength will definitely surpass his."

Chu Sheng laughed and said, "Your Highness, you have a very accurate eye for people."

Li Anlan: "?"

This guy is anything but low-key.

"Let's enter the city!" Li Kuang suddenly came to the two of them, his face showing pain. "Your Highness, Master Chu, if you continue talking, the three of us will bleed to death."

Chu Sheng looked in the direction of the sound and saw that the three people had been hit by hidden weapons, and their clothes were stained red with blood. Their condition was not good, but it was not as serious as Li Kuang had said.

There was an injury, but it wasn't fatal.

Li Anlan and Chu Sheng led three wounded men into the imperial city and drove to the princess's residence.

..........

Inside the Prince's Mansion.

In the study.

Zhao Jingzhong sat upright before his desk, his face showing anger. He did not blame Qingming and Qingyuan for the mission's failure. From the moment Di Wuming appeared, he knew that this mission could not be completed.

It was impossible to kill Li Anlan outside the imperial city.

He was angry because of Emperor Wuming.

They have an unspoken agreement not to interfere in each other's affairs.

However, this time Di Wuming broke their tacit understanding for Li Anlan's sake. If Di Wuming's appearance was only for saving people, he could give Di Wuming face.

What I fear most is that Di Wuming will interfere in matters of the court. If he becomes Emperor Xia's patron, my good days will truly be over.

He had to contend with the Master, contend with the Prince of Kao Shan, and face off against Emperor Wuming. His position was in grave danger.

What angered Zhao Jingzhong the most was... why, despite sending out so many people, they still couldn't kill Chu Sheng.

"Qingming, what exactly happened to Chu Sheng?!"

"Your Majesty, this boy has already entered the Grandmaster realm." Qingming said with trepidation, "His true energy is powerful. After entering the Grandmaster realm, the two of us were unable to do anything to him for a while."

"A young grandmaster?"

"He has surprised us. This boy has ruined our plans and must not be allowed to live."

"Send people to monitor his every move. We won't let him leave the capital alive."

Qingming knew that Zhao Jingzhong was furious. If they didn't kill Chu Sheng, they would lose all face. "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will go personally. I will kill him as soon as I have the chance."

"But will Di Wuming protect him?"

"Our family will talk to Di Wuming. You can go ahead and do it," Zhao Jingzhong said wearily.

"Your Majesty, the Princess has returned to the capital alive. She will surely hand over the evidence to His Majesty. Will His Majesty take action against you?" Qingming expressed his concerns.

"No!" Zhao Jingzhong said confidently, looking like he had everything under control. His figure walked out of the main hall and disappeared into the direction of the palace.

He wanted to talk to Di Wuming.

This moment.

Outside the princess mansion.

Chu Sheng stopped, looking at the majestic and magnificent mansion before him. "Your Highness, I'll escort you this far. The escort mission is complete."

Li Anlan was taken aback. "You don't plan to enter the manor?"

"No, Your Highness, just give me the commission, and I'll leave immediately!" Chu Sheng said cleanly and decisively. At this moment, he was a bodyguard who only cared about making money and not about feelings. Now that the mission was completed, he didn't want to have any further involvement with Li Anlan.

Li Anlan almost spoke, but swallowed the words back. "A-Lian, bring over a thousand taels of silver."

A graceful figure strode forward, handing the silver note to Li Anlan. The latter took the note but didn't give it directly to Chu Sheng, which made Chu Sheng very anxious.

The escort mission wouldn't be considered complete until the final payment was received; he couldn't wait to receive the max-level martial arts skill as a system reward.

"Master Chu, you're leaving the capital. Where are you going?"

"The world is vast, and wherever there are escorts, there I am," Chu Sheng said casually. "I won't go into the mansion, but Your Highness can introduce me to some business."

As he spoke, he took the silver note from Li Anlan's hand, turned around, and waved it around, saying, "The transaction is complete. Farewell!"

Li Kuang and Qingfeng Daoist watched Chu Sheng leave. This kid is really a strange person. He actually refused the great honor of being invited by the Princess.

Such immense wealth was missed.

Chu Sheng has his own principles. He is clear-headed and the镖人 (bodyguards/escorts) should just do their job.

[Mission to escort the Princess to the capital completed]

[Reward: Max level Dugu Nine Swords]

Do you want to claim the reward?

Dugu Nine Swords?

Chu Sheng's mind stirred, and he chose to claim it immediately.

In an instant, a flash of inspiration struck his mind, and countless sword techniques appeared. The general principles of the Dugu Nine Swords were integrated with the principles of heaven and earth, with three hundred and sixty variations, seeing through the flaws and patterns of all martial arts, and defeating all moves with no moves.

He understood it all in an instant.

Sword-Breaking Style, Saber-Breaking Style, Spear-Breaking Style... The Nine Styles of Qi Breaking are perfectly complete.

All the flaws in martial arts are clearly revealed. There are no moves or styles; one moves at will, striking after the opponent but arriving first. One sword breaks through all techniques.

Chu Sheng felt as if his swordsmanship had reached perfection in an instant, making him a top-notch swordsman, as if he had cultivated the world's swordsmanship for a hundred years.

They understood that the Dugu Nine Swords never focused on the moves, but rather on the intent of the sword.

Only with invincible sword intent can the true power of the Dugu Nine Swords be unleashed, making one invincible and capable of only offense and no defense.

He possesses the best internal energy in the world and the best swordsmanship in the martial arts world.

The combination of the Nine Yang Divine Skill and the Dugu Nine Swords propelled Chu Sheng to become a top master in the martial arts world.

He couldn't suppress his smile any longer, muttering to himself, "Pure and boundless inner strength as the foundation, ethereal and invincible sword intent as the edge. The Nine Suns will never wither, the sword path will shatter all kinds of moves."

I'm going to go further and further down the path of invincibility.

Chu Sheng disappeared around the street corner, intending to find a restaurant to spend the night, when suddenly he realized someone was following him. Had he been targeted?

Then I'll have some fun with you guys.