Chapter 3, Unique Shadows

Jiu Wei pondered for a moment. "The tasks undertaken by Qi Sha are quite challenging, often requiring well-coordinated companions for assistance, and there are high demands on one's skills. This has led to the emergence of Shadow Guards, regarded as their avatars. If a Shadow Guard causes trouble, the master must also bear the consequences." After a brief hesitation, Wei added, "Shu Ying, you need to earn her trust; it is best to do your utmost to assist her. You must understand that if the master perishes, the Shadow Guard will also..."

Suddenly seeing a companion, the mood brightened. The two hurried to a secluded spot to sit down, while Jiu Wei jumped onto a branch, chatting and looking around.

The girl clearly let out a sigh of relief. "There is hardly any interaction."

Upon seeing his smile, the girl's face suddenly turned red, and she lowered her head, murmuring. "The young lady is reserved, but she is particular about cleanliness and does not like others to approach her; there are no particular taboos."

He cast a glance, and the clear sound at the edge of his ear rang out again

In three days, I will teach you the assassination techniques you need to master again. It will be quite arduous at that time, so take this opportunity to rest well over the next few days. Having said that, she ascended the steps, but paused halfway.

He listened attentively, his expression serious

"Don't just talk about me; how are things on your side?" He broke the silence and inquired about Jiu Wei.

After a moment of silence, he smiled and said, "You don't need to look at me like that; I'm fine. However, I do want to ask you if you know what kind of existence the Shadow Guard truly is."

As the slender figure walks slowly.

It is very rare for the young lady to go in person, only a few times a year

He searched the courtyard thoroughly; the surprisingly large yard was only sparsely populated with a few people and books. The servants quickly tidied up his room. Pushing open the window to look outside, the bright spring day made everything feel pleasant and serene. The silk quilt was soft, the table was bright, and a vase of arranged peach blossoms was placed on the writing desk.

Seeing his expressionless face, Jiu Wei was at a loss for words for a moment

As the sky approached noon, the girl did not continue speaking and took her leave with a bow

Young master, are you tired? Please try the freshly picked mulberries and raspberries first. The lily and white fungus soup will be ready shortly

"Shuying, I have heard that if a person from the Central Plains can survive after emerging from the slaughter group, they must take the red pill. Have you ever..."

Was cleaned

A light cough was heard at the door. After receiving permission, the servant respectfully approached and swiftly took his measurements for tailoring. While busy, he did not forget to inquire with courtesy, which made him feel somewhat unaccustomed.

"It's alright," he sighed, unsure how to describe it. In the past few days, he hadn't even seen Jia Ye's face, completely at a loss and knowing nothing about his temperament.

The fresh and juicy berries still bear droplets of water from washing, offering a sweet and delightful taste

Phantom.

In three days, he was unable to gather much information

Approaching the table, I poured a cup of tea, and the gentle warmth of the fragrant tea wafted towards me. Taking a sip, the lingering aroma filled my mouth, revealing it to be the finest Junshan Yinzhen. As I turned the teacup, it was clear and bright as ice, glistening and warm like jade. One glance was enough to recognize it as a exquisite piece from the Yue kiln, round like the moon, light as the spirit of clouds.

Is there a task so soon

"Was he killed?" he asked directly. "Why?"

At that moment, a charming young girl with a delicate neck entered, holding a plate of fruit. She was beaming with a smile, her dimples deep and sweet.

So how much do you know about the Shadow Guards

How should I address you

The girl hesitated slightly. "There used to be, Miss, but later..."

He remained silent, filled with confusion. Even if he were a genius... According to his father's words, he was already considered to have excellent innate talent, yet he still could not imagine how a young girl could fight her way from a camp of war slaves to her current position

Please, young master, do not ask any further; these matters are not for us servants to discuss. The girl pleaded, looking pitiful.

"Shuying, I am a bit worried..." After some thought, Jiuwei finally spoke up. "Her previous shadow guard was from the Central Plains, but for some reason, she ended up killing him. You..."

You are called ... ...

How could one be unaware... The teaching of Wang placing him here was originally intended for surveillance, even if it has already...

He was taken aback. "Are the others of the same size?"

Such an inseparable relationship inevitably leads to shared fortunes and misfortunes; behind the mutual prosperity lies the principle of shared losses. No matter how unwilling one may be, one must obediently serve, which indeed is an effective method of coercion.

Jiu Wei heard him speak briefly. "I also inquired a bit; this guy is quite remarkable."

"It really doesn't look like it," he murmured, recalling that icy, snow-like face

Can there be many affairs in education?

In her youth, she was favored by the former elder and accepted as a direct disciple. After completing her training, she directly joined the Cuifeng Camp. Two years ago, the King of Shule, relying on his nation's strength, refused to continue the annual tribute under the pretext of encountering natural disasters, which infuriated the king. To deter the other nations of Hetushu, he dispatched elite forces to assassinate two successive rulers. It was not until the third ruler submitted and restored the annual tribute that the actions ceased. This campaign greatly enhanced the reputation of the Demon Sect, but at the cost of seven kills, five of whom died, and the assassination group also suffered heavy losses. She was promoted that year after successfully assassinating a high-ranking official of the Cheshua Kingdom. Do not underestimate her; to this day, she has never missed her target.

How to say it

"Rest assured, I will definitely return alive; I am not so easily killed." Straightening his back, the young man gazed at the undulating mountains in the distance, their faint dark hues almost blending into the horizon

Crossing the low-hanging arch of flowers, walking through the winding corridors, the air faintly carries a hidden fragrance. The distant mountains appear and disappear, and from somewhere unknown comes the singing of a young girl, as if the bloody massacre from a month ago belongs to a different world.

I have already taken it," he replied indifferently. "Two days ago, it was personally delivered by the Right Envoy, how fortunate that is

How is it?

The rule here is to speak less and make fewer mistakes, to act with caution and prudence. If there is something to be done, instruct the subordinates; if you need anything, ask them yourself. You have three days to understand what the Shadow Guards need to do. If you truly do not understand, you may ask me, but my patience is usually not very good. " She turned around, her dark eyes as deep as a cold pool. "So you better learn quickly."

"From today onwards, you will live here." A slender hand gestured vaguely towards the room

She did not turn back, her black hair slightly askew

"How is that possible? The young lady is the youngest among them," she couldn't help but chuckle, her body trembling with laughter. "The maid is saying that the other young masters and young ladies don't seem to..." She hesitated slightly, as if unsure of how to continue. "If the young master sees it, he will understand; there will be plenty of time in the future."

I must know what she is sensitive about. He tried to smile, attempting to coax her. If I accidentally offend her, wouldn't that be unjust

Do the others in the Seven Kills occasionally interact? Seeing that no information could be gleaned, he changed the subject

Little maid Lvy, please give your instructions directly, the young lady and the young master are the hosts here

Do not die either

Hmm

The second floor is where I reside; entry without permission is prohibited. If there is something urgent, please communicate from downstairs

The three masters are all part of the Seven Killers

Seeing the other party nod, he was not surprised

The girl covered her mouth and laughed, clearly understanding what he was saying. "If the young master puts it that way, then the Seven Kills certainly don't seem to be like that at all."

The maid only knows that the shadow guards are usually chosen by the master themselves, and it is quite rare for someone like the young master to be appointed by the teaching king. She squinted her eyes and tilted her head with a smile. "The shadow guards are the master's trusted confidants, following closely and sharing in each other's glory; this is also a sign of the teaching king's favor towards the young master"

Upon entering suddenly, he thought he had stepped into a sea of flowers

Being reprimanded by a young girl is certainly not a pleasant experience He nodded silently

A gust of mountain wind blew by, scattering fallen flowers, with a few petals even landing in the girl's hair. Her black hair, as dark as ink, contrasted beautifully with the white petals, creating a striking visual.

In ten days, we will descend the mountain. The young man shook his head and jumped down from the tree

Why does Qisha have no shadow guards except for her

I know. He lowered his eyes

Hmm. Nine Wei is indeed what is said. At the beginning, there shouldn't be any particularly tricky matters with hetushucom.com, and it would be good to accumulate some experience.

You may call me by my name; from now on, I shall be your master. Shuying

He furrowed his brows. "Better to be cautious."

After walking along the flower path for a while, I finally stepped into a slightly ajar round door

Green Yi has been here for four years, serving three different masters, and has attended to the young lady for over a year. With a gentle blink of her round eyes, the girl responds fluently.

In the deep mountains beyond the Great Wall, each drink and each vessel is exquisitely crafted. This is merely one of the Seven Kills; if it were to be replaced by the King of Teachings or the Left and Right Envoys, one can only imagine the level of luxury that would ensue

Yes

Although the servant was extremely respectful, when asked a deeper question, he became evasive and claimed ignorance, still revealing little understanding. Suddenly, a sound came from the window frame; he pushed it open to look, and saw Jiu Wei's face wandering on the wall. Upon noticing him, she broke into a smile and silently waved.

It was only the day before that I heard that the teaching king had long issued a decree: any person from the Central Plains who becomes an assassin must consume a special red pill prepared with specific medicinal ingredients. This is to be paired with a regular antidote; if the antidote is not taken within the stipulated time, the insects within the red pill will penetrate the skull and gnaw, causing excruciating pain that can lead to death. Most people, upon the onset of this condition, are driven to madness by the pain. With such a method of control, even if one has the chance to escape from Tianshan, no one would dare to harbor any rebellious thoughts.

Vividly extending in all directions are a myriad of colorful flowers, each displaying a hundred forms of enchanting beauty, as the essence of spring nearly breaks through the low wall. At the end of the sea of flowers stands a delicate little building, where the snow-white pear blossoms bloom in front of it, complemented by the heavy black tiles, creating a dazzling spectacle against the backdrop of the blue sky

Do you not find it strange that at her age she is able to rank among the Seven Killers

How long have you been here