After Maxing out all Classes

Chapter 944:

In the grand residence of the Qiantang Sect, there were numerous corpses. Signs of slashing and chopping were evident on the walls, and there were craters from thunder and fire bombs. One building had collapsed halfway, with a large hole in the roof, appearing as though it had been struck by a magical weapon.

As soon as Shisu entered, tears welled up in her eyes. Senior Brother Liu

On the ground, a humanoid rabbit had been bisected at the waist, dead beyond recognition. This must be the Senior Brother she mentioned.

A nearby constable calmly recorded the identity of this corpse.

Shisu walked further into the house, and then the sorrowful part began. As the author dislikes writing about sorrow, lets fast-forward through this section.

Ah, Master, you died so tragically.

Ah, Masters wife, you died so tragically.

Ah, Senior Brother, you died so tragically.

Fast-forward complete! From this repetitive list, a profound sense of misery and despair emanated. Can you feel it?

Shisu cried until she was a tearful mess.

The constable beside her continued to document without any emotional response. It was a common trait to remain composed when facing death that one had no personal connection to.

Robb, who was stealthily observing nearby, couldnt help but sigh softly. He didnt like seeing dead bodies, especially not a pile of them.

After crying for a while, once Shisu had regained her composure, the constable spoke, Are you done crying? Now, please think carefully. Does the Qiantang Sect have any known enemies? Why were you all exterminated? Also, examine the scene closely. Are there any hidden messages or codes left by your sect that might provide us with clues? This will assist in solving the case sooner.

Shisu, still in a daze, responded with a vague Hmm but didnt engage much with the constables words.

The constable added, I know that people like you from the martial arts world often seek revenge and retribution for wrongs suffered. However, I must remind you that committing murder for revenge is also a crime. Please entrust this matter to us for resolution. The wheels of justice turn slowly but grind exceedingly fine. We will surely bring the deceased justice.

Shisu wiped her tears away and, while not paying much attention to the constables talk of justice, caught the last part. It made her somewhat sober, and she realized that she should carefully examine whether her sect had left behind any clues or hidden messages. This would be an essential lead for her quest for vengeance.

She earnestly scrutinized her surroundings, and suddenly, her eyes lit up. Next to her Masters body, she stopped and discreetly wiped away something from the ground with her foot, as if erasing characters or a hidden signal.

Robb noticed her subtle action and couldnt help but feel intrigued. It seemed that this rabbit-eared woman had discovered something, but she didnt want the constable nearby to see it. She discreetly wiped it away like that, indicating that she had some experience. However, she couldnt have anticipated someone invisibly standing nearby, and this small action, deliberately avoiding the constable, couldnt hide from Robb.

After she erased the characters from the ground, she continued to pretend to search for clues elsewhere. However, Robb could tell that she was clearly distracted, just going through the motions.

Have you found anything? After recording some notes on paper, the constable looked up and asked.

Shisu shook her head, I havent found anything.

Robb was silently amused.

If you havent found anything, theres no need to linger at the crime scene for now, the constable advised. Stay within the city for the time being. If we have any further questions during the investigation, well summon you.

Shisu acknowledged with a word and exited the grand residence.

Robb was the first to return to the periphery, where no one could see, and deactivated his stealth mode behind a street corner. He then casually walked out, coincidentally encountering Shisu as she exited the crime scene. The constable was still in the distance, waving and reminding her, Remember not to go too far and be prepared to be summoned at any time.

Accept my condolences, Robb added casually, offering the standard words of comfort.

Shisu looked up and gave him a glance, You havent left?

Robb smiled, Dont forget Im here for Xuanyuan Black Iron too. With the Qiantang Sect in this situation, how could I leave? Of course, I need to investigate the whereabouts of this piece of Xuanyuan Black Iron.

Shisus current expression must have been quite interesting, but Robb couldnt interpret the emotions on her rabbit-eared face, so he didnt pay much attention. She spoke in a low voice, My sect has been destroyed, and the Xuanyuan Black Iron has been taken by the enemy. I dont even know who took it. If you want to find clues about Xuanyuan Black Iron, following me wont be of any use. You should go and ask those constables. Maybe they can find something.

Oh, really? Robb responded, I dont quite think so. I feel that it might be better for me to follow you.

Upon hearing this, a glint of suspicion flashed in Shisus rabbit-like eyes, the kind of look that implied she was ready to draw her sword and attack. However, she wasnt a member of a ruthless and evil sect. The Qiantang Sect leaned more toward the righteous side, so she forcefully suppressed her urge to draw her sword and lowered her voice, Why do you say that?

Robb said, I have two assumptions right now. Assumption one: the enemy killed everyone in your sect and took Xuanyuan Black Iron. In that case, youll undoubtedly pursue the real culprits. If I follow you, you can help me find the murderer, and naturally, well also find Xuanyuan Black Iron from the culprit. This is much easier than me going alone, considering Im not familiar with the area. Assumption two: even if the enemy killed your fellow sect members, they may not have found Xuanyuan Black Iron. In that case, the only clue lies with you, and by following you, I can still find Xuanyuan Black Iron.

Shisu remained silent.

She had initially considered drawing her sword because she thought Robb had discovered the clue she had obtained. However, after hearing Robbs analysis, she abandoned the idea of drawing her sword. It seemed that this person was just making baseless speculations.

Feeling slightly relieved, she replied in a solemn tone, Youre a boring person! If I understand you correctly, you intend to kill me and seize Xuanyuan Black Iron if I obtain it? Hmph! Dont think your firearm is effective against me. It might work against small fry, but it wont be so easy with me.

Robb chuckled, Miss Shisu, youve got it all wrong. I have no intention of forcibly taking anything. Im a principled person, and I never steal from others. Even when dealing with less-than-honorable individuals, I always engage in thorough negotiations and friendly discussions. I believe in mutually beneficial transactions. Resorting to theft is entirely against the values of the modern era.