Mercenary Harem in Murim Novel

’Hehehe, Leader’s surprised face is cute.’ She thought.

Leo turned back around and watched as she walked to the bed where her bodysuit and jacket were.

"I will give you a personal mission." He said as he ignored the rustling sound behind him, "Investigate the Poison Sect under the Tang Clan. I need you to find out about their relationship with the Venom Sect. And if possible, find the relationship between both of them. Look into their Elders and higher ups."

"Sure, I’ll do it. But why the Poison Sect, Leader?" She asked, her voice muffled as she was pulling the bodysuit.

"We got a new job." He answered, "Someone wants us to retrieve an epigraph from the Venom Sect related to the Supreme Evil. We have to work together with another party. That’s why I’m curious. There are no coincidences in this world. This epigraph discovery is too perfect that I think someone has planned this for a long time."

"You mean, the Poison Sect may have a connection with the Venom Sect and the Supreme Evil. Hmm... Ah, that disgusting bastard is from the Tang Clan! They are the closest to Venom Sect!"

She shouted in realization. She was done dressing and was standing next to him, nodding her head repeatedly.

"Correct. I have a feeling the Tang Clan is not innocent either. Or at least some Elders under Tang Jiaofu. But don’t make a move yet. Just gather the information. Understand?"

"Yes, sir! I’ll work hard!" She saluted and grinned silly.

Leo shook his head and chuckled. He was used to her antics.

"Go. Remember to wear a disguise. Remember to report regularly.

"Okay!"

She skipped happily toward the door. Her mood was upbeat as usual, and Leo didn’t stop her. He let her go and closed the door. Read exclusive content at NovelBin.Côm

’That girl is always excited.’ He shook his head and sighed.

A moment later, a smile appeared on his face as he remembered Anya’s way to skip out of his room.

’But that’s great. I feel at ease seeing her happy like that. It makes me feel better.’

Anyway, that was done. He just had to wait for now.

***

In Tang Clan’s main house, located in the center of Chengdu, the atmosphere felt tense and heavy. Several elders and leaders had gathered around the large hall, discussing the issue at hand. As the patriarch of the Clan, Tang Jiafo also attended and sat on the luxurious chair located a few steps higher than the others.

He wanted to lament and sigh so hard.

The meeting had been going on for almost a week and no one arrived at a conclusion. It was like a repeat of what had happened. One Elder argued with the other, and soon they started shouting. The patriarch had to silence them, and the meeting went nowhere.

’If we keep this up, the other sects will hear of this and use it as a weakness. And the traitor will be able to escape. Everyone is too hot-headed and won’t back down.’

This was a sensitive topic. And with the pressure from the outside, the inside was no different. The tension was high, and people were not willing to back down.

’If I have a choice, I would have ended the traitor’s life a long time ago. But they are too deeply rooted.’

Tang Jiaofu scanned the hall, his gaze falling on every person present. He was the Patriarch of Tang Clan, and he had the ultimate authority. But at the same time, he was not free from the shackles of the clan’s traditions and rules. These Elders had plenty of authorities that, combined, could frame him and drag him from his position.

That was the reason he couldn’t end the traitor’s life himself.

"Everyone, quiet."

Suddenly, a voice could be heard. It was the clan’s Head of the Secret Guards, Tang Feng. As one of the three oldest Elder, he had the authority to move and speak. His presence was strong, and the atmosphere became even more serious.

"Tsk. We are wasting our time. What’s the reason this meeting was held, anyway? We talked about a lot of useless stuff and nothing’s changing. If you want to do something, then do it. If not, let’s stop wasting time and do something productive."

He was the eldest and had no patience for these meetings. Veins popped up on his neck, his eyes were bloodshot. He had just returned from his mission and had no rest. Then, he was given this nonsense.

There was no reason for him to keep his anger.

"Old Feng, your opinion is noted. But we are trying to be careful. This is a delicate matter and rushing will lead us nowhere."

Another Elder spoke up. He stroked his long beard and smiled slightly, but his eyes were cold. He had been the one arguing against everyone to push his own agenda. His name was Tang Heng, the Clan’s Master of Communication.

"Old Snake, you have no idea how much time we have wasted. Let’s not forget that the traitor is still out there." He roared and slammed the table in front of him, creating a web-like crack.

"And Patriarch, how long will you stay silent? One of the traitor disguised himself as your second son. And our genius, Tang Soso, consumed Blue Spider Pill and had her mind brainwashed. She became dependent and unable to live without that traitor. Yet, you’re willing to waste time here. If this continues, the clan will fall into ruin!"

The hall was silent once again. No one dared to speak. They could see the anger and desperation in his eyes. He had been pushing for action, but no one was willing to move.

Unable to hold himself any longer, Tang Jiaofu finally spoke.

"Elder Feng..." His voice was cold and emotionless. The poison Qi he tried to hold back threatened to escape his body, "No one in this room is angrier than me. I hated myself and the fact I neglected my family for the Clan. Please, I request you to mind your word."

"Hmph."

Tang Feng snorted. He didn’t apologize, but at least he kept his mouth shut. He understood what Tang Jiaofu talked about.

"Then, what should we do, Patriarch? We have a traitor in our clan, and our reputation is already declining. Even in Chengdu, rumors about our incompetence have been spread. Our allies and enemies are watching us. We can’t allow this. Patriarch, what would you say?"