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Martial King s Retired Life Book 13: Chapter 12

Author:Lee Taibai Category:urban Update time:2022-09-13 02:54:47

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Book 13: Chapter 12

Wang Muren – grand commander of the Qilin Guards and holder of the Baima title – was not only a legend but also the goal many wished to become. Most of the stories surrounding the exalted scion of Wang Clan were closer to myths than actual accounts of real events.

Wang Muren was credited with bringing the Qilin Guards back up to Liu Shan Men and Emperors Entourages levels. Despite him being considered inferior to Yan Shisan, Shen Yiren, more than anyone else, knew how powerful Liu Shan Men used to be; anyone who knew Liu Shan Mens history well would know.

In an era where the man who was considered the closest to becoming the mightiest in all the land, Demon King Ximen, led the only faction that seemed powerful enough to topple the imperial court in the last century, Liu Shan Men was the only faction that didnt back down against Demon Sect.

Liu Shan Men declined rapidly six years ago due to the loss of their three cornerstones – Shen Clan, which carried on Liu Shan Mens authentic skills, Yan Shisan, who led them forward, and the twelve Divine Constables who were the main carries.

Liu Shan Men originally had what they called seventy-two Celestial Gates, where each captain of each Celestial Gate would lead three hundred constables each. These groups joined the Qilin Guards and immediately became the fifth strongest force – Qinglin (Cyan Scales), Chilin (Crimson Scales) and Feiyu (Flying Fish).

Liu Shan Mens intelligence officers across Jiangnans north, Nanjiang, Beijiang and the Western Regions left for Emperors Entourage, making up 20% of Emperors Entourages agents.

Of the seventy-two Celestial Gate captains, twenty-six of them were immediately transferred to the five chief military commissions. Eight of them joined the Imperial Guards as commanders.

The Liu Shan Men trainees across the land converted to roving warriors, making up 30% of the imperial courts freelance warriors.

A number of Liu Shan Men personnel retired from their job or followed their immediate superior to unknown places.

Even though many of Liu Shan Mens branches were empty or left unattended owing to manpower shortages, Emperor Yuansheng didnt let Qilin Guards take over those branches. If Qilin Guards needed new offices, hed provide them with new places or land to build on. Clearly, Emperor Yuansheng still trusted Liu Shan Men. So, it shouldnt be hard to imagine how much power he gave them during Shen Wuzhengs time. In the same vein, it wasnt hard to imagine the power Yan Shisan had when he was at the forefront of the war against Ximen Chuideng.

In spite of all that, Wang Muren clawed his way up and managed to stabilise Qilin Guards when their place on the board was constantly being reduced. When the time was ripe, he promptly snatched up Liu Shan Mens resources to replace them as the imperial courts strongest unit in the martial world. Without him, even if Liu Shan Men didnt exist, Qilin Guards wouldnt be what it was now.

Perhaps all of Wang Murens gifts were invested into his talents, resulting in his tolerance threshold being extremely low. He respected laws and regulations, but there was nobody he had qualms accosting. That was the reason nobody dared to make an enemy out of him. Had he not been protecting the border from foreign invaders, Liu Shan Men wouldnt have had any space to breathe, let alone expand. Even with Emperor Yuanshengs aid, itd have been difficult for Liu Shan Men to rebuild for as long as he presiding over the capital.

“Grand Commander Wang… is coming back” Shen Yiren blurted.

Ye Yu turned back to the fishes as he leisurely replied, “What would happen to the Qilin Guards reputation if they couldnt squash the chaos in the capital During the battle at Lawless Cliff, while Tianhu, Yingfeng and I were fighting, he didnt lift a finger unless it was necessary; he behaved as though nobody was worthy of being his opponent.”

Shen Yiren smiled. “It is indisputable that few can measure up to Grand Commander Wang.”

“My foot. He has become the physical form of arrogance. He most certainly is strong, but he wasnt invincible six years ago. Had he joined, though, I couldve turned Ximen Chuideng to dust and avenged your father.” Ye Yu scoffed through his nose. “If he was there on that day, I wouldnt have lost my legs to Ximen Chuideng, either.”

Ye Luos father was already famous across the land for his prowess from the erstwhile Emperors era. Ironically, he was equally as arrogant as Wang Muren in his younger days. If Shen Yiren was popular in the imperial court, then Wang Muren and Ye Yu, as the respective leaders of Qilin Guards and Emperors Entourage, were ultra popular.

Shen Yiren never judged Ye Yu his odd character the same way many others did for he was one of her fathers best friends. She remembered visiting Ye Yus home as a six year old, learning how to use hidden weapons, learning qinggong and how to ride horses from him; every time, her mother would feel an urge to grab a kitchen knife and pay him a visit. As a matter of fact, her excellent equestrian skills comparable that of equestrians in Beijiang was Ye Yus credit.

Following Shen Wuzhengs passing, Ye Yu would lock himself at home and drown his woes in alcohol. Otherwise, hed spend his time researching Demon Sect. During the battle at Lawless Cliff, he was the first to attack and the one who did the highest volume of work. Unfortunately, it was that battle that cost him his legs.

Shen Yiren believed Ye Yu was the last Tianhu. The current Tianhu was excessively young compared to others. Moreover, contrary to the current Tianhu, the previous Tianhu avoided public appearances. Six years ago, Tianhus whereabouts and actions were known to very few people.

Ye Yun wagged his hand. “Dont give me that poignant look; save it for when Im dead. Youre kind like your father, but kind people live short lives. I suggest you do something about that kindness as soon as you can. Nobody in the pugilistic world expects to age healthily. Ximen Chuideng is known to be protective of his people. If you think about it, I won considering I only lost two legs as a consequence for killing Wen Wudao. What happened to Ximen Chuideng in the end He fell off Lawless Cliff. Is he happy”

While some people would develop an inferiority complex over their “imperfect” body, Ye Yu had no issues talking about how he lost his legs.

“Wang Muren has improved a lot in recent years. None of the Beijiangers dare to challenge him nowadays. Given how arrogant he was before, I bet he doesnt think he needs to personally bother at this point. Hell send some minion over in his place.”

“Minion…”

“Yi Ya.”-

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