Chapter 8, on a dark moonlit night, encounters with assassins

Hehe, I wonder who is so extravagant as to send eight assassins of the Heavenly King realm to ambush this king

Alright, then I will trouble my uncle tonight!" She no longer acted like a little girl and directly agreed. After all, even if she were to decline, she could not out-argue Zhuge Yuan. Having known each other for many years, she was well aware of Zhuge Yuan's formidable nature.

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It is well known that King Zhi Jue has never married or had children, remaining solitary to this day. Although matchmakers have long since trampled the threshold of King Zhi Jue's residence, he has never accepted a marriage proposal. This matter is indeed a curious phenomenon, as other princes typically have multiple wives and concubines.

A few soft sounds, as if something had passed through the bushes. Shangguan Yu listened carefully and noticed that there were no sounds of insects in the forest. This was very strange; how could this happen

"General, I report that Zhi Jue Wang has taken Shangguan Yu away. From their demeanor, it does not seem like they have known each other for just a day or two; rather, they appear particularly close." A shadow appeared in the study and knelt on the ground

Shangguan Jinghong continued to tap on the table, "How do you know the terror of the Wise King? Is it so easy to be a prince of a different surname? Throughout the history of the Feiyu Dynasty, there has only been one exception, and that is the Wise King!" he murmured

King Zhi Jue has always had a fondness for the child Shangguan Yu, believing that Shangguan Yu's experiences closely resemble his own childhood. Moreover, as the head of the Spirit Communication Academy, King Zhi Jue has taken great care of Shangguan Yu. In his eyes, Shangguan Yu is not only intelligent but also often expresses thoughts that leave him in deep reflection. Of course, the most significant reason for his feelings is something he keeps deeply hidden in his heart

Shangguan Yu felt a slight soreness in his nose, and Zhuge Yuan, from www.hetushu.com, treated him exceptionally well. Although they were not related by blood, Zhuge Yuan consistently cared for him as if he were family, showing him great affection. Regardless of whether he could cultivate his vital energy, Zhuge Yuan continued to love him unconditionally.

For some reason, Shangguan Yu recalled a saying: "On a dark moonlit night with a strong wind, it is the perfect time for murder"

A chilling voice echoed, and a shadow appeared before Shangguan Yu and Zhuge Yuan. Immediately after, seven more figures emerged simultaneously, completely surrounding the two.

Zhuge Yuan pulled Shangguan Yu and walked towards the Zhi Jue Wang Mansion. Feeling the warmth of Zhuge Yuan's large hand, Shangguan Yu shook his head, casting aside all previous thoughts and concerns.

However, the most astonishing thing is that the Wise King has clearly encountered numerous assassination attempts, yet he is still alive and well to this day. There was even an occasion when his enemies spent a considerable amount of resources to hire three assassins at the King Extreme level. However, the outcome was that all three assassins met with untimely deaths, while the Wise King continues to live freely and unrestrained

Shangguan Yu carefully observed the eight individuals. On such a dark night, he should have been unable to see anything clearly. However, the foreheads of the eight individuals emitted a faint glow, and he noticed that each forehead bore a different inscription. They were "Light," "Darkness," "Thunder," "Metal," "Wood," "Water," "Fire," and "Earth."

Shangguan Yu also greatly admired the extraordinary intelligence of Wang, whose strategies were impeccable and whose wisdom was astonishing. He was unaware of just how formidable Zhuge Liang was in Chinese history; however, it was certain that Zhuge Yuan would not be inferior to Kongming in terms of intellect. Moreover, both of them share the surname Zhuge, which can only be described as a coincidence.

We have been tracking you for a long time, Zhi Jue Wang. Your guards have not come. Are you really planning to let this young man save you?" The speaker laughed, and the other seven followed suit. "You should know that all eight of us are at the Heavenly King level. Even if the emperor of your Fei Yu Dynasty were to arrive, he would also meet his demise here

In the eyes of the world, King Zhi Jue is nothing short of a legend. King Zhi Jue, named Zhuge Yuan, was determined from a young age to be incapable of cultivating martial arts. He was constantly ridiculed as a waste, and at one point, looked down upon by everyone. Unlike Shangguan Yu, who at least had a pleasant childhood, he grew up in poverty and was unable to gain admission to a prestigious institution like the Spirit Communication Academy.

"General, should we... take care of those two?" The shadow raised its head and made a gesture of cutting its throat

Haha ... ... Alright, tonight Uncle will have a good talk with Xiaoyu for the whole night!" For some reason, Shangguan Yu felt as if the air around her was laughing.

"Truly worthy of the title of the Wise King, even in the face of such dire circumstances, you remain so composed. I am quite curious, what assurance do you have that you will survive this night?"

"Ning Tongzhan, the left and right generals, will never see the wisdom of absolute!" All commanders who have fought against King Zhijue deeply resonate with this statement

"Shut up! How could you possibly know the terror of the Supreme King of Wisdom! Three assassins at the peak of the King realm attempted to kill him, yet he remains carefree. How could you have exterminated them?"

Shangguan Jinghong could not help but raise his head; even without the presence of the unparalleled King of Wisdom, he did not dare to kill Shangguan Yu. The mere thought of that towering figure sent shivers down his spine

The study of Shangguan Jinhong from the Shangguan family

Hehe... this is great, I haven't tasted my uncle's cooking in a long time. Just thinking about it makes my mouth water; I really wish I could fly to the Wang residence.

Today, Uncle is happy and will personally cook in the evening, allowing you to taste Uncle's culinary skills once again

Ah? Uncle, what are you doing here

Zhuge Yuan did not urge Shangguan Yu, but instead quietly watched him.

Tonight, these two individuals must be killed to vent the hatred in their hearts, thought the eight people with malice.

However, he made a strong comeback ten years after his disappearance. Without any martial arts cultivation, he relied solely on his extraordinary intelligence to achieve success step by step. It is said that the King of Wisdom is invincible in battle, strategizing from within and securing victory from afar. Anyone who opposes him is always meticulously calculated, with no one able to escape his schemes.

It has been a long time since I last saw you, Uncle has missed you very much. Today, I have come to take you to stay at Uncle's house for a while. You won't hold it against Uncle for being late, will you? Zhuge Yuan's eyes revealed a sincerity that was truly hard to refuse

What is the concept of the Eight Kings' Extreme Realm? Just pulling one out could easily kill Shangguan Jinghong in a few moves. Moreover, as an assassin, it would be a single strike to eliminate Shangguan Jinghong.

Zhuge Yuan stopped in his tracks, "Which rat is it? Having followed this king for so long, it is time to show yourself, isn't it?" At this moment, he felt no tension whatsoever, still maintaining an air of calm and composure.

Everyone knows that King Zhi Jue shows no signs of vitality whatsoever. Some speculate that the Emperor of the Fei Yu Dynasty must have sent several exceptionally skilled experts to assist King Zhi Jue. Others conjecture that King Zhi Jue might have repeatedly escaped peril through his wisdom. However, in the face of absolute power, schemes are of no use. Therefore, most people believe the first theory.

The Zhi Jue Wangfu is not located within Fei Yu City. Zhu He and Tu Shu Ge Yuan prefer tranquility, thus they have also established their residence in the outskirts.

Shangguan Yu sat in the chair, his fingers tapping leisurely on the table. "This general has long known that this fellow has a connection with the King of Wisdom, but I never expected their relationship to be so close"

Scoundrel! What nonsense are you spouting! How could I, a general, serve alongside the wise King Zhi Jue and commit such an act! You will go down and receive forty military strikes!

The exceptionally intelligent Wang, dressed in flowing white garments, had his hair naturally cascading down, resembling a frail scholar. He did not exude the aura of a prince; instead, he radiated warmth and gentleness

Now, however, they are instructed to have eight of them assassinate an ordinary person who lacks vitality, which is truly a case of overkill. The eight assassins are filled with a sense of grievance.

In the Feiyu Dynasty, the left and right generals wield significant power over the court. However, in the presence of the Wise and Extraordinary King, even they must behave submissively. Throughout the entire dynasty, there is only one prince of a different surname, the Wise and Extraordinary King, which illustrates just how formidable he is

The two walked away along the street, chatting and laughing. However, Shangguan Yu did not notice that Zhuge Yuanshen cast a deep glance at the Shangguan residence.

Shangguan Yu looked into Zhuge Yuan's sincere eyes and had no choice but to swallow the words of refusal. The title of the Wise King was not given lightly; just by gazing calmly, he could make it impossible for others to decline. This is the charm of personality, unmatched by anyone, even the enemies of the Wise King hold him in great respect.

The shadow weeps, harboring thoughts of despair; he merely wished to gain recognition by offering a suggestion, yet unexpectedly faced a punishment of forty military strikes. He silently resolved never to propose ideas recklessly again

Unbeknownst to them, the moon had already been obscured by dark clouds. Moreover, the night sky was devoid of twinkling stars, enveloped in utter darkness, where one could not see their own fingers. The two relied on the lantern held by Zhuge Yuan for illumination, taking one step at a time towards the Wang residence

Shangguan Yu understood the reason behind this matter; he knew that the Wise King had a woman whom he deeply loved. Although he had never seen this woman, she must be extraordinary to inspire such profound love in the Wise King

The relationship between the two has always been excellent, resembling that of a master and disciple, as well as that of friends. Occasionally, Shangguan Yu's witty remarks leave Zhuge Yuan in awe of his talent. Upon reflection, it is understandable; carrying the weight of five thousand years of Chinese civilization, how could he possibly be ordinary

Zhuge Yuan was truly relieved to see Shangguan Yu recover. The Shangguan Yu he admired would definitely not be defeated by such a minor setback

You little rascal, all you know how to do is talk back. Tonight, your uncle is going to give you a thorough examination, and if you haven't made any progress, there will be consequences

He originally intended to refuse, as he did not want to live in the Zhi Jue Wang Mansion in such a humiliating manner; it would be too embarrassing

Shangguan Yu understood that Zhuge Yuan must have known he had been expelled from his home. He truly did not comprehend how Zhuge Yuan had found out, but since Zhuge Yuan had said so, it was certain that he was already aware of the circumstances surrounding the matter

General, if one does not act decisively, one will inevitably suffer chaos. The wise King is now all alone, and neither he nor Shangguan Yu has cultivated martial arts. To kill them, one must seize this opportunity! This shadow harbored the intention of gaining Shangguan Jinghong's favor, which is why he boldly brought up the suggestion to her.

At this moment, Shangguan Yu also felt tempted; the dishes prepared by Zhuge Yuan were truly exceptional. Even in his previous life, he had never tasted such exquisite flavors. Indeed, they must only exist in heaven, and it is rare to experience them on earth.

"Yes, General! I take my leave!" After the shadow bowed to Shangguan Jinghong, it swiftly exited the room