The Villain Doesn’t Want To Get Entangled With the Beautiful Girl After Rebirth

45. My Eighth Rank

The great nation of Puhan has three major sects: Xuan Yun Sect, Yu Lin Sect, and Hun Feng Sect.

These three sects appear to be allies on the surface, but in reality, they are competitors.

They are not equally matched; in terms of strength, Xuan Yun Sect has a slight edge.

As for who was sent in the previous life to find the princess, Lin Nuo had no idea. He was just a low-rank cultivator, none of the secrets concerned him.

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Lin Nuo observed the disciples from Yu Lin Sect and Hun Feng Sect, their spirits high, their demeanor dashing and imposing, their presence overwhelming. Judging by their outward aura, their cultivation levels were probably between that of Liu Shuqin and Qin Shili, which is, between the sixth and seventh rank.

On the surface, the three great sects appeared harmonious, but each harbored their own schemes. If there was an important task from the common folk, these sects would spare no effort to excel, for a simple reason: reputation. Just like schools, a good reputation attracts willing disciples, and could even garner royal support.

Now, with the princess missing, these great sects would surely send capable disciples to assist. Should they find and rescue the princess, the sect’s reputation would soar, which goes without saying.

The Imperial Forest Sect and the Chaotic Abundance Sect dispatched mid to high-level young disciples, showcasing the new generation’s strength of their respective sects. Even if they couldn’t find the princess, putting in a good effort in the search, or triggering other events like defeating some villain, would still bring glory to their sect.

As for the Mysterious Cloud Sect.

Sorry, they sent a villain to make up the numbers.

Lin Nuo didn’t know who would find the princess, whether it was one of those two or someone else. In any case, it had nothing to do with him.

At this moment, the general heaved a long sigh and continued:

“Her Highness the princess accompanied us in disguise to visit the radiant city, but just the night before last, she vanished while visiting the night market, unnoticed. We immediately contacted the authorities and mobilized all the guards to search, but found not a single clue. In desperation, we, the incapable, had no choice but to seek help from the three great sects. We earnestly request everyone’s assistance in finding the princess. Please! If anything happens to Her Highness, our heads will roll!”

The general spoke with emotion and reason, almost to the point of tears.

“General Huang, do not panic. I’m sure Her Highness is still in the city. I, Chen Zhong, will definitely be able to trace the clues and find the princess,” said Chen Zhong, a confident young sixth-tier disciple from the Imperial Forest Sect.

“It’s very likely related to the Dark Alliance, or the Demon Refining Sect, who are skilled in the art of disguise. They might be holding the princess to threaten the royal family. Her Highness should be safe for now. I, Du Mou, have dealt with the Dark Alliance several times, so General Huang need not worry,” another disciple spoke up, Du Shengtao from the Chaotic Abundance Sect, also of the sixth-tier level.

The general felt somewhat relieved, but if the princess was used as a bargaining chip to threaten the royal family, his head would still be at stake. It was imperative to find the princess quickly.

Lin Nuo listened silently to their conversation. He knew all too well about the Dark Alliance, an underground organization that colluded with a multitude of extreme and wicked talents—assassins, poison masters, beast tamers, and all sorts of riffraff. However, in Lin Nuo’s view, they were just a rabble, united only by their own interests, lacking in cohesion.

Du Shengtao and Chen Zhong each expressed their opinions confidently, declaring that they would surely find the princess within three days.

Lin Nuo listened without speaking. He knew these two actually had the skills; they weren’t just boasting. According to the plot development, it was very likely they would complete the task.

After all, he came here to establish a small arsenal of magical weapons. Let the credit go to them.

General Huang’s gaze shifted to Lin Nuo, as if waiting for him to say something.

Lin Nuo understood; after standing for so long, it wouldn’t be good to remain silent.

What to say, wish the princess good health?

Better stick to the script, set a flag.

Lin Nuo calmly said, “General Huang, I, Lin Mou, will do my utmost to find Her Highness.”

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After a brief meeting, Lin Nuo and the others left the general’s residence.

“I wish you all success in finding Her Highness. I, Chen Mou, shall take my leave first.”

Chen Zhong from the Imperial Forest Sect bowed respectfully before departing, leaving Du Shengtao from the Chaotic Abundance Sect and Lin Nuo behind.

Du Shengtao sized up Lin Nuo.

[This person’s aura is very weak, presumably his cultivation is not high, and he didn’t speak much just now. Finding the princess is a major matter, why would the Mysterious Cloud Sect send such a person?]

Time to probe the military situation.

“Hello, Mr. Lin, I am Du, a sixth-level spirit realm practitioner. I’ve heard that the Xuan Yun Sect is full of talented individuals. May I inquire about your cultivation level?”

Faced with Du Shengtao’s question, Lin Nuo had no intention of telling the truth. He wasn’t here for serious matters, but he needed to appear as if he was, at least in terms of rank and aura, to give off an overwhelmingly powerful impression and to motivate this upright Taoist.

“Eight-level,” Lin Nuo replied curtly.

“Eight, eight-level?!”

Du Shengtao was shocked. An eight-level practitioner was among the top ranks in their sect, usually a level only attained by revered teachers.

This young cultivator is at the eight-level? Could it be?

“But sir, your aura…”

“I’ve concealed it.”

“Concealed…”

To hide one’s aura to such a low level, returning to simplicity, truly the mark of a master.

Du Shengtao thought it made sense. The Xuan Yun Sect was the number one sect in the world, so it was reasonable for them to send a master to find the princess.

And this one, aloof and reticent, seemed unfathomably profound.

He felt as if facing a formidable enemy, likely to be outdone by this eight-level disciple in finding the princess. He must work even harder.

No matter what, he absolutely had to find the princess before him. This was a golden opportunity to elevate the reputation of his Hun Feng Sect! And to best an eight-level cultivator would be a feat to boast about for years!

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