manynovel Chapter 1100 Who is really the conman?
Chapter 1100 Who is really the conman?
Chapter 1100 Who is really the conman?
"Xu Tianran agreed?" Ye Nanxiao asked.
"He was quite pleased to hear that I was going to torture you," Kong Deming said expressionlessly.
"What? What excuse did you come up with this time, old man?" Ye Nanxiao said, looking displeased.
"You should have been fitted with Soul-Locking Nails and shackles, and you should have ten bodyguards watching your movements every day. Now that I'm not happy with you, I'm locking you in the dungeon," Kong Deming said.
Ye Nanxiao readily picked up the Soul-Locking Shackles and put them around his neck.
It hurts so much to get nails in!
Wearing anklets is impossible.
As soon as the Soul-Locking Shackles were applied, Ye Nanxiao felt that the power of this clone was greatly suppressed, and some special meridians on the neck were being closely monitored. The purpose of this was to disrupt the flow of soul power.
However, Ye Nanxiao is currently in a clone, so only the iron buckle made of Soul Locking Stone can affect the flow of soul power within his body.
"Let's go, let's hurry up."
Ye Nanxiao rushed out, not forgetting to urge Kong Deming.
Kong Deming snorted coldly, maintaining his indifferent expression, and followed behind, personally escorting Ye Nanxiao into the dungeon.
The person waiting at the dungeon entrance was none other than an old acquaintance, He Xun.
"Greetings, High Priest." He Xun immediately bowed, his gaze fixed on the ground, not daring to look at Kong Deming.
Kong Deming gave a faint "hmm," then picked up Ye Nanxiao with one hand, as if he were carrying a small dog, and walked into the special area of the dungeon.
Hearing the noise, those who love to join in the fun all popped their heads out.
A towering, muscular man was crammed onto the railing.
"What new faces have you brought this time? Have they caused a huge uproar or toppled the palace?" the burly man's booming voice rang out.
Ye Nanxiao and Kong Deming both turned to look at the burly man.
The incredible level of understanding left the burly man speechless.
Kong Deming was expressionless, while Ye Nanxiao was all smiles.
Even Old Man Zhang opened his eyes and looked over here.
It is extremely rare for Kong Deming to personally escort someone over.
What level of heinous criminal could warrant Kong Deming's personal intervention?
However, before they could think about it, Kong Deming carried Ye Nanxiao into the interrogation cell.
"This kid's doomed! The Pillar of State himself is interrogating him—what heinous crime has he committed that could destroy nine generations of his family?"
"Nine clans? Even the Empire's Grand Elder has taken action; it seems likely that all ten clans will be wiped out!"
"Keep your voices down, or we'll grab you all and kill you too!"
Kong Deming ignored the whispering prisoners and continued forward with Ye Nanxiao.
Soon, Ye Nanxiao arrived at the familiar prison area from his memory.
"Big guy, does the old man still remember me?"
Ye Nanxiao greeted them, completely ignoring the increasingly grim expression on Kong Deming's face beside him.
Bringing this kid along was definitely not a good thing.
Although Kong Deming had anticipated this, some interests and emotional considerations still led him to make this decision.
Tie Niu was lying listlessly in the haystack when he heard Ye Nanxiao's voice. He suddenly sat up and rushed to the railing, his eyes burning with fervor.
"Brother, you're here! Did you bring any roast chicken? I'm starving!"
Ye Nanxiao took out canned dried meat and a small pot of wine from his storage ring and stuffed them directly into the small window for storing rice.
"I was in such a rush this time that I didn't bring any roast chicken, but there'll be plenty to eat once we're out!"
Tie Niu didn't listen carefully to Ye Nanxiao's words. He picked up the can, slapped it open, poured all the food inside into his mouth, chewed it hard a couple of times, and then took a big gulp of wine to swallow the food.
He simply gave Ye Nanxiao a thumbs up in response to his words, indicating that he was welcome to speak up if he needed anything.
For him, a single meal in need deserves to be repaid with boundless gratitude.
The old man sitting quietly next door suddenly opened his eyes, a glint of light flashing in his cloudy eyes.
Kong Deming just turned around and met the old man's gaze.
The usually dignified Grand Master Kong Deming now had a complex look in his eyes.
He opened his mouth, as if to say something.
He had only uttered one syllable when the old man raised his hand to stop Kong Deming.
"Hey! I've changed my name! I've lost my old name; now I'm just an old man!"
"Yes, you're just a con artist!"
Even as he was wolfing down his food, Tie Niu couldn't help but curse.
"What do you know! You barbarian!" the old conman cursed.
However, he did not deny the name, after all, having abandoned his previous name, he now needed a substitute.
"Old conman, old conman, this name suits you," Kong Deming murmured.
Ye Nanxiao glanced at him twice; clearly, this old conman and Kong Deming had a history.
Whether it's a legitimate story or not, Ye Nanxiao doesn't care.
As long as you can fool people, that's fine.
Kong Deming looked at Ye Nanxiao and asked, "What reason do you plan to use to take him out? I'm not omnipotent, so make this clear first."
The last time someone was captured from the depths of this dungeon was because Xu Tianran needed to take action against the noble families and royalty who did not support him, so he had Ju Zi bring a few people out.
However, they were all incorporated into Orange's army, so even if those few people wanted to cause trouble, they wouldn't be able to stir up any waves.
Now, the army has already set off.
Orange was also transferred away with a single order.
What reason will Ye Nanxiao use to arrest them this time?
"You'll find a way," Ye Nanxiao said, passing the buck to Kong Deming.
Since the old conman and Kong Deming have a history, and they gradually stopped mocking each other, it proves that the old man Kong Deming actually has a certain probability of supporting him.
"You brat!" Kong Deming was so angry that his beard was trembling. He couldn't understand how Ye Nanxiao, this bastard, could so confidently order people to break the rules.
Who is really the one bluffing?
In particular, it was the rule to have him, the high priest, personally break the rules of the dungeon.
However, Ye Nanxiao was actually right.
In the dungeon of Mingdu, Kong Deming knew at least more than a handful of people.
As Ju Zi mentioned before, the people in the dungeon were basically people forcibly captured by the royal family and Xu Tianran using their power.
Among them are talented individuals they covet but cannot obtain, geniuses, and people they dislike.
For example, there was Feng Jinghuai, who punched a nobleman, who poisoned a herb-gathering girl in the royal palace, and Wen Ziyi, who disobeyed Xu Tianran.
And the old conman who was imprisoned for advising the emperor.
It must be a criminal who has committed a capital offense punishable by beheading.
The death row prison on the outskirts of Mingdu was their final destination.
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Back then, Ye Nanxiao also stayed for a few days because he didn't want to join Xu Tianran's bandwagon.
It can be said that Kong Deming did not oppose Ye Nanxiao's actions, and even secretly hoped that a few people could be rescued.
Because he understood that there were basically no real criminals sentenced to death in this dungeon.
There was only a dungeon that concealed the dirty secrets of the royal family, and a group of innocent souls.
As for whether they can be rescued.
Kong Deming must have a way, after all, as the Grand Master of Ceremonies, his power is basically second only to the emperor.
He just didn't want to complicate his relationship with Xu Tianran on the surface.
He could criticize Xu Tianran several times, and even publicly denounce him in front of all the officials in the Great Sun Hall.
However, he still tries to avoid some of the actual operations.
Almost the instant Ye Nanxiao spoke, Kong Deming made his decision.
Just like that brat said, since we're already here, carrying a few people is something he can manage.
"Alright, old fool, Iron Bull, these two are fine," Kong Deming said.
Ye Nanxiao nodded slightly. Talented people, there are talents everywhere. It's already good enough that Old Man Kong is giving us face.
At first, I was curious why Xu Tianran locked up these talents. Now that I think about it, people can be taken with them, but they can't go anywhere.
Unless he faked his death to get out.
However, the difficulty of conquering the palace has increased dramatically, and we need to wait for the right opportunity.
Both Lao Huyou and Tie Niu couldn't believe their ears.
They want freedom?
Although it's relative freedom, once you're out of the dungeon, it's all good.
Kong Deming waved his hand and released the soul-binding chains from the two of them.
Ye Nanxiao turned his head to look into the depths of the dungeon, where a separate cell was set up.
"Don't even think about it, it's impossible." Kong Deming said, following Ye Nanxiao's gaze.
"Who's inside?" Ye Nanxiao asked casually.
"A wronged soul who should have died long ago." Kong Deming closed his eyes, a look of pain on his face.
Ye Nanxiao shook his head slightly. Riddlers and the like are the most annoying.
Tie Niu and Lao Huyou followed closely behind Kong Deming, their faces calm and their eyes fixed ahead.
He Xun, who was guarding the entrance to the dungeon, looked distressed upon seeing this.
Should he stop them or let them go?
Kong Deming himself couldn't afford to offend him.
After much deliberation, He Xun finally asked, "Master Kong, may I ask why you took two prisoners away?"
"I've recently come up with some ideas about soul tools, and I need a soul master who specializes in physical cultivation to serve as my experimental subject. As for the other one, I'd like to find someone to have some tea with," Kong Deming said casually, without stopping.
Ye Nanxiao was still wearing the Soul-Locking Shackles, his eyes were vacant, and He Xun scrutinized him for several times.
He Xun did not stop them; he knew every single one of the prisoners there.
As Kong Deming said, the experiment required that the big guy was indeed a Soul Master who specialized in physical cultivation.
As for that old man, he used to be in the palace, specializing in predicting good and bad fortune for the emperor; he had no fighting ability whatsoever.
The two of them combined wouldn't be enough to slap Kong Deming.
Therefore, He Xun had no need to offend Kong Deming for this.
He chose to report it to Xu Tianran later.
Kong Deming openly led Ye Nanxiao and the other two back to the Hall of Offerings.
He even wondered if his laboratory was going to become a place to harbor people.
But never mind, the old conman and that big guy are still somewhat useful.
As mentioned before, Tie Niu's mission was to help Kong Deming experiment with the Soul Guidance Armor project.
As for the old conman, he's quite useful.
Excellent, my fox's team is growing stronger every day!
What Kong Deming has now is mine!
When Ye Nanxiao was carving the core magic array, this person could tell at a glance whether the carving would be successful or not.
It even possesses a bit of prophetic ability.
"Alright, we've abducted the person, but what to do with him is the problem. We can't just send him to the front lines for Orange."
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