Almighty Genius

Chapter 1916 - 1484: The Stratagem of Sowing Discord

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"How can there be no one?"

Hattori Hisanari went to rest, but the elder did not leave. Instead, he continued searching with curiosity, as if determined to find some clues.

Unfortunately, the elder meticulously searched the courtyard and the surrounding area but still found nothing.

Not even the slightest trace, as if no one else had ever been there, making him wonder if he was imagining things himself!

"Damn it, there's actually such a formidable old guy, almost couldn't escape..."

Far away from there, Qin Fang complained, looking somewhat disheveled, drenched in sweat and gasping for breath.

The elder hadn't been wrong. At that time, someone indeed approached their residence, and that person was none other than Qin Fang...

Unfortunately, before Qin Fang could get close enough to listen to their conversation, the extraordinarily keen-sensed Japan elder already noticed his presence.

If it weren't for Qin Fang's Snow Traversing Step movement technique being too exquisite, and his better familiarity with the terrain, he might have found it challenging to escape unscathed from the hands of the Japan elder.

Fortunately, Qin Fang reacted swiftly enough to escape to a safe distance as quickly as possible, coupled with his superior stealth skill, narrowly avoiding this disaster.

This elder is no simple character. Even though Qin Fang hasn't had the chance to use his scouting skill, he knows that this elder is undoubtedly a Grandmaster Peak strongman, possibly not far behind Miyamoto Musashi...

A strongman of this caliber is certainly among the top elite in Japan's martial world. Although Qin Fang is now quite formidable himself, he knows he's not yet capable of taking on such a powerful adversary... so he can only stay as far away as possible!

"It seems directly killing Hattori Hisanari is impossible now..."

Unable to approach that building, Qin Fang's original plan was unfeasible.

He initially planned to stealthily get close to Hattori Hisanari, then launch a sudden sneak attack to kill him, making everything much simpler.

But now, with a Grandmaster Peak strongman guarding the place, Qin Fang dared not act rashly. Although he managed to kill Miyamoto Musashi before, luck played too big a part. Attempting the same now, without any preparation, wouldn't be so easy.

Moreover, if the alliance between Iga School and Musashi School were to disclose all of Qin Fang's details, and if there was any defense in place, then Qin Fang would be in a tight spot...

Qin Fang also estimated Hattori Hisanari's strength; at most, he had Grandmaster-level initial stage cultivation, not excessively powerful.

Qin Fang's combat power is roughly at that level too. Direct confrontation might be unlikely to kill Hattori Hisanari, but a sneak attack might still be possible...

"What's next?"

Unable to kill Hattori Hisanari directly, Qin Fang was disappointed, but it was a necessary concession. At such a critical moment, every top candidate for the Great Priest role likely has experts protecting them, especially after the scandal of Sakura being kidnapped broke out...

"That's right, Kawada Musashi... that old fellow!"

But Qin Fang didn't remain disheartened for long. He soon devised his next move.

Currently, Hattori Hisanari has occupied the most important and best position of the Musashi School. Kawada Musashi had barely settled in before being sent back to his previous place.

This setback likely hit Kawada Musashi hard, especially with the surroundings filled with Iga School ninjas instead of his own disciples...

The reason is clear; Hattori Hisanari doesn't trust him, fearing he might cause trouble!

Of course, his son, Kawada Masami, hasn't been thrown back there; he's at another location, also guarded, seemingly split apart on purpose...

"Heh, maybe this is what they call poetic justice!"

This was Qin Fang's conclusion after a simple reconnaissance, involuntarily making him snicker, disregarding Kawada Masami, and heading straight towards Kawada Musashi.

"Who's there?"

Unlike his previous stealthy approach, Qin Fang walked openly towards Kawada Musashi this time. As soon as he approached, someone sprang out from the shadows.

"Yokota..."

But Qin Fang didn't even move an inch. Before he acted, the other person recognized him and obediently greeted him, no longer exuding any hostility from before.

"Keep your guard outside. No matter what happens, you're not allowed to come in..."

This was the advantage of Qin Fang using the face of the Black Guard; the other person saw him and immediately lost their imposing demeanor.

Without hesitation, Qin Fang gave his order and then stepped into Kawada Musashi's room...

"Who goes there?"

Kawada Musashi, after all, is still a Grandmaster Mid-Stage expert, with quite impressive cultivation. Although inferior to the elder from the Iga School, he is undoubtedly still a master.

Almost as soon as Qin Fang stepped into his study, he heard Kawada Musashi's shout.

"Mr. Kawada, you are in good spirits..."

When Qin Fang walked in, he saw Kawada Musashi standing behind a desk, with a piece of snow-white rice paper spread out, holding a brush and painting with ink on the paper... with a bit of a scholarly, haughty air!

Yet, this young devil, who can barely speak Chinese, wielding a brush like a Dragon Country person and writing Chinese characters... it's truly bizarre!

Perhaps it was Kawada Musashi's odd pretense that made Qin Fang chuckle, unable to resist teasing him a little...

But after considering it, he decided not to say it out loud.

"And you are?"

Kawada Musashi looked somewhat surprised at the visitor who walked into his study and asked curiously. He vaguely felt a slight sense of familiarity, but couldn't recall when they had met.

"Who am I... hahahaha... Has Mr. Kawada so soon forgotten me?"

Qin Fang couldn't help but laugh out loud, then mockingly taunted, "Have you forgotten who avenged your wife's death, and who gave you the opportunity to sit in this position?"

"Are you Qin..."

Kawada Musashi was initially not too concerned about the visitor and continued to practice his calligraphy in his pretentious manner. But suddenly hearing this sentence, his face changed dramatically, and he quickly looked up.

Only a few know how he came to be in this position, just him and his son. Not even others in the Musashi School are very clear about it.

Besides the two of them, only those involved in the event could possibly know...

Among these people...

It's evident who the visitor is!

The reason Kawada Musashi couldn't immediately recognize him was that Qin Fang had changed his appearance; naturally, Kawada wouldn't associate him with Qin Fang.

"Kawada Musashi, just tell me... how do you want to die?"

As he spoke, Qin Fang unceremoniously pulled out a gleaming sword, and his tone turned chillingly cold.

"You want to kill me?"

Kawada Musashi, worthy of being a type of hero, calmed himself quickly after the initial surprise and shock, asking in a very composed tone.

"Don't you want to take treasures from my Musashi School's vault? If you want, I can give you two... no, three or four even is no problem!"

"Do you really think I'm so eager for your little treasures?"

Hearing these words from Kawada Musashi, Qin Fang couldn't help but laugh, staring strangely at Kawada Musashi, wondering if his mind was okay.

"Originally, I just wanted to take something and be done with it... but your petty tricks seriously crossed my line, so... I think it's only fitting for backstabbing, fickle scoundrels like you to meet your Amaterasu!"

This time, Qin Fang truly did not intend to spare Kawada Musashi. This old guy had repeatedly resorted to underhanded moves, even nearly burying all of them in one pit. Such a menace must not be left to continue, or there will be endless troubles.

"Kill me? Haha, you might find it difficult to succeed!"

Kawada Musashi, however, remained composed, smiling as he said, "I think you should know that there are Iga School masters outside. If I shout, they will rush in immediately..."

But at this moment, Qin Fang laughed, very joyously and brilliantly!

"Kawada Musashi, I'm afraid you've made a wrong move… Didn't you notice that I confidently walked in through the main door just now?"

Qin Fang said with a peculiar smile, "Do you think I could have entered your study so freely without the Iga School's consent?"

"Hmm?"

Kawada Musashi was suddenly taken aback, his face involuntarily changed slightly, his expression becoming sinister, his brows lightly furrowed, seemingly contemplating the possibility.

"Let me just tell you, you tried to drag the Iga School down with your tricks to set me up, but you didn't expect that I had already agreed with Hattori Hisanari to turn the plan against you. Now, of your Musashi School people... I'm afraid none are still alive!"

As they say, when framing someone, it's better to do it more ruthlessly, so Qin Fang turned the tables, dragging the Iga School in to counter Kawada Musashi. (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations or monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation.)