Top-Tier Superpower Student-Chapter 671 - 643: Assassin Invisible
Wang Yuan's spirit was lifted, if the Li Family and the Ouyang Family were to fall, the greatest beneficiary would definitely be their Wang Family.
When the time truly came, let alone five billion, even fifty billion, or five hundred billion, he would be willing to offer it with both hands to Lin Tian.
He excitedly asked, "Brother Tian, what do you want to do?"
"The Li Family is the strongest, save them for last, let's move against the Ouyang Family first. The three of your families, though considered nobility, the Wang Family doesn't mesh well with the Li Family and the Ouyang Family. Don't tell me your family doesn't hold any leverage over the Ouyang Family?"
Wang Yuan sneered, saying, "I do have a method, but it's not exactly leverage, at most it's a piece of information."
"Speak quickly."
"Within the Capital City, power is fragmented. On the surface, there are only our three great noble families, but in secret, there are other families that even our Wang Family, let alone the Li Family, can't touch."
"One of these families is the Guo Family. An ancestor of the Guo Family was a founding general with illustrious military achievements. Moreover, thirty years ago, the Guo Family produced a remarkable descendant who once saved the life of 'The Emperor'. This was an immense merit, and from then on, the Guo Family grew increasingly powerful. Now, they are in high favor with 'The Emperor', and though they have always kept a low profile, the common people are unaware of the significant presence of the Guo Family in the Capital City."
Wang Yuan talked a lot but hadn't got to the point. The Guo Family was strong, but what did this have to do with the Ouyang Family?
Hearing this made him anxious.
"Six months ago, the Guo Family and the Ouyang Family had a dispute over a piece of land, neither of whom yielded to the other. It's said that in secret, assassins were sent to harm each other. Eventually, the matter escalated to the extent that 'The Emperor' was alerted, and only after 'The Emperor' mediated did the two families quell the matter. However, both held a grudge and neither was convinced."
"Half a month ago, the battle between the Guo and Ouyang families reignited due to a crime committed by a descendant of the Guo Family, who was reported by the Ouyang Family. This event reached 'The Emperor', and it blew up so much that it stirred up widespread discussion throughout the Capital City. 'The Emperor' became furious, and to set an example and silence others, he had no choice but to execute the descendant of the Guo Family."
"This event made the Guo Family utterly hate the Ouyang Family. As far as I know, these days, the Guo Family is desperately gathering evidence of the Ouyang Family's crimes, determined to destroy them."
Upon hearing this news, Lin Tian was thrilled. The enemy of his enemy was his friend; thus, the Guo Family was also his friend now.
Since the Guo Family harbored deep hatred towards the Ouyang Family, why not use the Guo Family to eliminate the Ouyang Family?
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Borrowing a knife to kill the enemy!
Lin Tian thought for a moment and then said to Wang Yuan, "If you can find me two things, I can help you eliminate the Ouyang Family."
That was excellent—eliminating the Ouyang Family was something Wang Yuan and the Wang Family had dreamt of accomplishing.
"Which two things?"
"First, find me an assassin, with the strength of Ningjing, well-known and terrifying to anyone who hears of him."
"Alright, no problem."
Wang Yuan immediately agreed, as their Wang Family had its means having influence over both legal and illegal avenues. Finding an assassin was not difficult.
"Second, you need to find me an item belonging to the Ouyang Family, a token that must be very secretive and exclusive to the Ouyang Family."
Wang Yuan thought for a moment, then said, "I don't have the token, but I can ask my grandfather when I go back. My grandfather has been contending with the Ouyang Family for many years, he might have it."
"Good, go ahead, and remember to tell me anytime you get the news."
"Hmm!"
…, ….
Two hours later, Wang Yuan had news. Surprisingly, he was quite efficient when it came to this matter.
They arranged to meet in a café, choosing a private room for their meeting.
"Brother Tian, the first item will arrive tonight, and the second item is already here."
Hence, Wang Yuan took out an emerald ring, the green color polished from a gemstone, engraved with a wolf's head.
Lin Tian held the ring in his hand and observed it. The ring was finely crafted and made of rare materials, but it seemed there was nothing special about it!
"Is this the token?"
Lin Tian asked incredulously.
Wang Yuan leaned close to Lin Tian and whispered, "Yes, this is indeed a genuine token of the Li Family."
"The Ouyang Family, having established itself in the Capital City for a long time, has a profound heritage. In secret, they have trained a team of elite, eighteen in total, all powerful individuals who handle matters that can't be resolved openly. This team of assassins, employed exclusively by the Ouyang Family, is named Hu Mei."
Hu Mei?
Lin Tian was somewhat puzzled by the name; 'Hu' representing strength and 'Mei', frailty. What was the intention behind such a name?
Noticing Lin Tian's confusion, Wang Yuan hurriedly clarified, "Hu Mei, 'hu' as in tiger, 'mei' as in ghostly charm, signifying that this group of assassins is fierce like tigers and elusive like phantoms, killing without a trace."
Oh!
So, that was what it meant. He had misunderstood.
Seeing Lin Tian understood, Wang Yuan continued, "Each Hu Mei wears such a ring as a symbol of their identity. This ring was obtained by my great-grandfather when the Ouyang Family ambushed our Wang Family, and one Hu Mei was killed by an expert of our family, seizing the ring, which has been passed down to today."
"My great-grandfather once said that this ring should be carefully guarded as it might be of great use one day. Our Wang Family has kept it for decades, and it turns out, today, it truly served its purpose. My great-grandfather was indeed prescient!"
Lin Tian nodded his head, admiring the foresight of the old man. He played with the ring in his hand joyfully, thinking: Ouyang Family, your demise is imminent. With this ring, I will ensure you have no place to bury your dead.
He inquired, "Has the assassin been found? What's his background, and how is his martial arts?"
Wang Yuan said, "He is a Ningjing level expert. His real name is unknown, but outside, everyone calls him Wuxing. It's said his movement technique is extremely fast, and in the world of assassins, he is one of the top figures. Whenever he strikes, he never fails.
Extremely fast movement technique!
A hint of concern showed in Lin Tian's eyes.
He softly told Wang Yuan, "Tonight, invite him to the hotel. I will meet him personally. Remember to discreetly set up a pinhole camera in the lounge of the hotel, make sure it's well hidden and not discovered by him."
Wang Yuan was puzzled and asked, "Brother, why do you need a camera, and why does it need to be hidden?"
"You will know when the time comes. Go ahead and do it!"
Wang Yuan scratched his head, not understanding but still did as Lin Tian had instructed.
