sinovels Chapter 12 How is this possible?
Chapter 12 How is this possible?
"Uncle Tong, is that flower thief famous?"
Although Shen Tong said he would grind the fragrant bee to dust, Shen Che could clearly see that his hand was slightly clenched into a fist.
This small gesture is something he only does when he's under a lot of tension.
The original owner was quite useless; not only did he fail to master martial arts, but he also knew very little about the affairs of the martial arts world.
All he has is the ability to remember everything he sees, and he can memorize some secret manuals.
Unfortunately, Hidden Sword Manor doesn't hold imperial examinations, so this skill is completely wasted.
"The Scent-Seeking Bee is known for its ability to find fragrances from afar without leaving a trace. It has never failed in its more than ten years of operation."
As they walked toward his cousin Shen Rushuang's courtyard, Shen Tong introduced the name of the Fragrant Bees to him.
"Never failed?" He raised an eyebrow slightly. That's right, if he had failed even once, he would have been killed.
"That's not right!" Shen Che immediately realized what was going on and asked, "But what about that post? Why would someone post a message to pick up girls?"
"Yes!" Shen Tong nodded and said solemnly, "After selecting a target, the Fragrance Bees will send out invitations in advance."
"His destination and arrival time will be indicated on the post."
Finally, Shen Tong repeated, "To date, he has never failed, and none of his men have ever survived."
"Even the time is marked?" For a moment, even Shen Che was speechless.
I've only ever heard of thieves posting notices, but this is the first time I've heard of flower pickers posting notices. No wonder Shen Tong, the head steward, is so on high alert.
Along the way, Shen Tong explained in detail the achievements of the flower-collecting bees, which left Shen Che in awe.
How should I put it? She's practically a role model in the flower-picking world.
The scent-seeking bee is known for its ability to find fragrances from afar without leaving a trace.
These days, flower thieves who can make a name for themselves are rare, and each one has a unique skill. This Scent-Seeking Bee is no ordinary person.
Regardless of beauty, ugliness, weight, or build, everyone is treated equally. From the most prestigious sects to the humblest households, everyone has been victimized.
What's even more impressive is that these scent-seeking bees also learn to leave notices before each mission, just like humans do.
Not only were the targets they chose clearly marked, but the exact time to strike was also specified, yet they never failed.
You have to understand that when the Master Thief steals something and posts a message, he does it in an instant and runs away, so it's somewhat believable.
How do I pick the flowers? I posted an ad and agreed on a time when I would come to pick them.
Putting everything else aside, taking off your pants always takes time, not to mention you have other things to do.
How could he remain undetected? This womanizer managed to turn it into a performance art piece, causing many sects and families to lose face.
Picking flowers is one thing, but killing people is another. The fact that he could roam the martial arts world for over a decade without being killed speaks volumes about his skill.
Since he's so confident he dares to post this, do you think I, his cousin, can avoid it?
Immediately, Shen Che thought of his second uncle's eldest daughter, his cousin Shen Rushuang.
Although his second uncle was much younger than his father, he had been dissolute since childhood and had been entangled with the maids around him from a young age.
So my cousin was born very early.
By all accounts, the eldest and second young ladies of my second uncle's family are both older than me, and by the time my second uncle's third daughter, Shen Kongyu, arrives, she will be a little younger than me.
In my memory, my cousin was very robust, in the literal sense.
When I was little, I was bullied a lot by this older cousin. As I got older, not only was she physically much bigger, but she also had good aptitude for martial arts, so I was even more dominated.
So their relationship wasn't great, and he rarely went near her.
Come to think of it, it's been quite a while since they last saw each other.
"Master, it's Steward Tong!"
When Shen Che and his companion arrived, their cousin Shen Rushuang's courtyard was already filled with people.
Upon learning of the invitation from Xunxiangfeng, the entire Cangjian Manor was on high alert.
Since the passing of the old master, Hidden Sword Manor has already been in a precarious state. If he were to succeed in this, Hidden Sword Manor would not only lose face, but also, in the eyes of outsiders, lose its substance.
"Che, no, Master!" Shen Cong, standing in the crowd, seemed very flustered. Perhaps he never imagined that his daughter would one day be targeted by a flower thief.
She calmed down considerably when she saw Shen Che, especially when she saw Shen Tong beside him.
"Master, Steward Tong, you must protect Ru Shuang!"
"Don't worry, Second Master!" Although Shen Tong was also very nervous inside, he appeared extremely calm on the surface.
"The Flower-Seeking Bee dares to cause trouble at my Hidden Sword Manor. Today, I will personally oversee the situation and ensure that he does not leave alive."
"Alright, alright, with Steward Tong's words, I'm relieved."
"That's... Eldest Sister Ru Shuang?"
Looking at the sobbing woman over there, Shen Che almost didn't recognize her. How come she looked even stronger after not seeing her for a while!
Only after hearing that Shen Tong, the head steward, had arrived did Shen Rushuang reluctantly stop sobbing and turn to look in their direction.
This turn of events caught Shen Che off guard.
The woman in front of me had a face full of fat, and her large clothes were stretched taut, making her walk shaky.
This doesn't look like a young lady at all; she looks even more ferocious than a bandit who rules the mountains.
She was even more fierce than the last time I saw her.
No wonder she's over eighteen and still not married.
Thinking back to the times he had been bullied, Shen Che couldn't help but sigh.
It's one thing if you don't score high in appearance, but you don't even have inner beauty. You're lacking in everything, so there's nothing to praise you for.
The matchmakers in the surrounding villages must be scratching their heads, not knowing how to make up a story like this.
The second uncle went to great lengths to find a good husband for his eldest sister.
It is said that he even hired people to spread rumors about how outstanding his daughter was, with the aim of fooling as many people as possible.
Anyway, she rarely goes out, and no outsiders know about it. If the people in the villa can keep quiet, then the matter will be settled.
I don't care about matching social status; I'll just find someone from a slightly less prestigious family to settle down with.
Once the dowry is given and the bride price is demanded, the two families are betrothed. If you dare to go back on your word, just wait and see if my Hidden Sword Manor will make you pay.
Others use photos to deceive, but they're playing the pure deception game.
Now look what's happened! All that deception has brought the flower thief here.
Upon arriving at the courtyard, Shen Tong, the head steward, personally instructed Shen Che on how to deploy manpower and arrange guards.
At the same time, the entire Hidden Sword Manor was on high alert, fearing that the "Fragrance-Seeking Bees" invitation was just a pretext, and that someone was using it as a diversion to attack other things within the Hidden Sword Manor.
Therefore, Shen Rushuang needs protection, and Cangjian Manor also needs to be on guard.
Time passed slowly, night gradually fell, and the time on the Seeking Fragrance Bee post drew ever closer.
The shadow of a person's name on a tree made everyone feel as if they were facing a formidable enemy, not daring to blink even twice, for fear of giving the scent-seeking bees an opportunity.
Shen Tong personally guarded the entrance, and the experts from Hidden Sword Manor surrounded the area in layers.
However, Shen Che said that this was completely unnecessary; his cousin sitting there was the best defense.
You dare to send me a flowery invitation? That's because you haven't seen my true face.
If you see me, let's see if you dare to bite me!
Time passed slowly, and gradually the time for the flower-collecting bee post was over.
The night was peaceful and uneventful; nothing seemed to have happened. It's likely that even the Scent-Seeking Bees were deterred by Miss Shen's charm.
Tonight, I must find two pretty young maids to serve me. I have no other intention than to cleanse my eyes.
"Oh no! Young Miss is dead!"
Suddenly, a panicked voice came from inside, making Shen Che, who was yawning, freeze in place.
"What the hell? Shen Rushuang is dead? How is that possible?!"
"This...this guy actually took a bite? Scent Bee, what a man!"
"No way, he actually dared to do it, and he succeeded?"