CHAPTER 1340: CHAPTER 1331: A NEW PATH

"Hahaha..." Xiao Yifei burst into laughter, secretly thinking, "This looks promising." The other party was clearly intrigued. Such a secret technique would likely drive anyone crazy in real life. Seeking immortality and enlightenment, isn’t that what cultivators aim for? To break through oneself and reach a higher state, a realm beyond the ordinary world.

Now that they’re interested, things are much easier. Xiao Yifei smiled secretly and then said with a grin, "This is a secret technique passed down in my family—Ultimate Sublimation. It enhances one’s cultivation results significantly. Of course, this refinement uses one’s potential as a cost; the more you use it, the more effective it is. Earlier, I merely unblocked one acupoint for the Daoist."

The implication is that there are more acupoints to be unblocked. It’s just a matter of your choice. Choose wisely, and he will have more opportunities to enhance himself, reaching a new height.

"Alright, alright, alright." The Daoist laughed heartily, satisfied with this answer. It’s known that using ordinary secret techniques requires a huge cost, like sacrificing one’s life force to reach a higher realm temporarily, and that state doesn’t last long; it only achieves the effect for a short period.

But this secret technique, named "Ultimate Sublimation," has such an effect that it brought him back to his peak, from a state where he was old and frail. It’s practically a great gift, a blessing from heaven, giving him a chance to rise in his cultivation.

"I had already divined for myself," the Daoist said mysteriously, "The divination said that I would meet a noble person today. I see that the Benefactor has a Qi of dragon and tiger, and his life cycle is at its peak. Indeed, the Benefactor must be the noble person mentioned. Very well then, I will descend the mountain with you."

"..." Xiao Yifei chuckled inwardly. This old Daoist surely knows how to play the game; even in such a situation, he finds a grand excuse. Yet, Xiao Yifei chose not to expose him, letting the Daoist continue to fabricate stories, treating it as nothing more than wind passing by.

"Since that’s the case, let’s head down the mountain." After the Daoist repeated it several times, Xiao Yifei finally said with a smile, "As for what the Daoist needs to do, we can discuss it on the way."

Meanwhile, in a secret courtyard in Beijing, nearly a hundred people in black stood. They varied in appearance, but today they received a message from the organization leader, gathered in this courtyard, all dressed in uniform black suits. The scene looked like an illegal gathering.

Their expressions were somewhat solemn. This was the third assembly, and it was a full assembly. Whenever such gatherings occur, it indicates something significant is about to happen. Since the organization’s founding, spanning several years, there have only been three large gatherings.

The first was at the beginning of the organization, which was to acquaint everyone with the nature of the work and the organization’s structure. The second was when the Hua Family was annihilated. Initially, they thought it was a minor project, but unexpectedly, that time, the leader was exceptionally delighted, gathering everyone for a three-day and three-night celebration party.

And now, it’s the third time. Even the three high-ranking officials under the leader were extremely serious. The atmosphere was peculiar, making it particularly oppressive.

After waiting for an hour, the leader still hadn’t appeared. However, none below dared to voice their discontent. They adhered to strict organizational discipline; otherwise, the leader’s three generals would cripple their cultivation and toss them into the sea to feed the fish.

"Whew..." Suddenly, as if a gust of wind blew by, nearly everyone’s expression turned solemn, and then a very respectful expression emerged. Their hearts trembled simultaneously, realizing: The leader has arrived!

A small whirlwind blew by, and then a figure in a black cloak appeared at the highest position in the courtyard. All the members knelt simultaneously and shouted in unison, "Leader’s might!" The combined voices of nearly a hundred strong men pierced the sky, reverberating unceasingly, enough to terrify anyone without the faint of heart.

"Rise," the leader said in his perpetually hoarse voice, though this time, it carried a bit of warmth: "I have agreed to accept the Zhao family’s pacification."

One sentence stirred a huge wave in everyone’s hearts. Accept the pacification?! Isn’t this indirectly surrendering to the government? What’s going on? This is completely inconsistent with their usual actions! They’re assassins who strike in the dark, taking money to solve problems. And now, they are to be employed by the Zhao family for life, making them somewhat uneasy.

Despite this, no one dared to speak their mind because their loyalty to the leader was absolute. Over the years, despite the many tasks, the organization’s benefits have remained abundant. In their times of distress, the organization found them and gave them a new path!

"You have followed me for a long time!" The leader in black started to speak earnestly: "But I don’t believe that we’ve only done evil things. People have their own ways of living; this time, it’s just a change of ways!"

"Previously, our way of life was in darkness, unseen," the leader said in a low voice. "This time, we’re just working for the Zhao family, doing things that can be seen, and at least be able to live among the crowd henceforth."

"Our organization was never about good or evil, but about taking money to solve problems, that’s our way of life!"

"Of course, you can choose to resign today and leave the organization," the leader continued, "but henceforth, matters will not concern the main tenets, and don’t seek out any of your comrades. Letting me know will come with consequences."

"From now on, you will follow her!" As the leader in black finished his words, a familiar figure stepped out. It was Hua Ci Qingxi, who had been captured by the organization before. She is the new representative for the Zhao family and will be the new organization leader.

The feelings among the men in black were still somewhat complex. This girl is Ci Xin’s daughter, also considered the daughter of a friend. She once stood on the opposing side, and unexpectedly, they now had to hand over their organization.

"Alright, from here on, she will be in charge of all operations," With another gust of wind, the leader in black retreated. As he left, a voice echoed from the sky, like thundering sound, striking deep into everyone’s soul.

Although everyone present found this transition peculiar, none left. Their loyalty to the organization was bone-deep, treating it as their second home. Moreover, the boss wasn’t wrong; after all, it was just about getting paid for the work—they just had a new employer, the Zhao family, this time.

"Hail the new leader!" The first to show respect was the man in a suit from earlier, leaning towards the cooperation faction. Since the leader had already chosen cooperation, he was naturally quite pleased.