He only hoped that it wasn't too late to repent.
He should be able to bear the sins he deserves in this lifetime, and not let them implicate his descendants.
"Minister, rest assured, we will definitely complete the mission. Whatever decision you make, we will follow you without hesitation!"
Zhao Qingfeng is the head of the Special Affairs Department. Although his team members don't know why he suddenly changed his mind, everyone listens to him and obeys him. The head must have a reason for doing so.
No matter what the minister does, it's all for the good of S Province and for the good of everyone.
If you've taken the wrong path, turn back.
They shared the responsibility with the minister.
Zhao Qingfeng's eyes reddened: "It's my fault that you've all been ruined..."
These promising young talents were all discovered and nurtured by him one by one. Some of them were orphans, and some were disabled, but they all had very strong perception.
He was like a teacher and a father to them, so they trusted him implicitly, and respected, feared, and loved him all at the same time.
But because of him, they will also be implicated.
"Minister, you didn't harm us. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't be where we are today."
The team members gathered around to comfort Zhao Qingfeng.
No matter what happens, they will not blame Zhao Qingfeng for his choice.
No one is perfect.
We can't be happy when we get benefits and then blame others when we have to bear the consequences.
"Enough of this. Everyone, prepare for battle. Our priority is to capture Tianxin and the Fourth Elder, regardless of the cost!"
Zhao Qingfeng looked at his team members; some were young, while others were already past middle age.
He originally wanted them to prioritize their own interests, but the words wouldn't come out.
He recalled the oath he took when he joined the Party: to serve the people and put the people first.
He was afraid to see people die, but he forgot the burdens they carried.
It's time to pick up the responsibilities we've put down.
Everyone nodded and followed Zhao Qingfeng.
——
Tianxin and the Fourth Elder set up a poisonous fog array at the entrance. After doing all this, the two of them went outside to wait.
When Tianxin saw Liu Xue enter with her entourage, she frowned: "It's actually her!"
Who is that?
The Fourth Elder asked in confusion.
Tianxin frowned and said in a low voice, "An old woman with a terrible temper, her ghost-controlling skills are unique in the world."
"But she refused to be recruited by any sect and lived on Ghost Mountain, keeping company with ghosts. I never expected that she would have a connection with Qingfeng Temple."
A ruthless glint flashed in Tianxin's eyes.
Regardless of why Liu Xue is on good terms with Qingfeng Temple, she is now an enemy.
That blind man shouldn't have been allowed to live in the first place; if he had been killed earlier, all this trouble wouldn't have happened.
"She controls ghosts? It's daytime now, and the Special Operations Department is filled with righteous energy; her ghosts can't come out!"
The Fourth Elder was only slightly wary before losing his fear.
The location of the Special Operations Department is carefully chosen. Ghosts can appear during the day even on rainy days, but they can't come to this place, so there's nothing to fear about this old woman who can control ghosts.
Once this poisonous fog is triggered, they will all fall down.
"You dare come looking for us? Prepare to die!"
The Fourth Elder spoke first to provoke them.
As long as they provoke the opponent and provoke them to attack, they can move forward two meters and trigger the poisonous fog array.
"Auntie, be careful, it might be a trap."
Lin the Blind Man gave a reminder.
Liu Xue held Su Tiantian's little hand and asked with a smile, "Tiantian, are you ready?"
Su Tiantian smiled and nodded, "Of course."
With a broad smile, Liu Xue charged straight at Tianxin and the Fourth Elder, completely disregarding any potential traps.
The head monk Wang Haihai didn't say anything, but he rushed forward with Liu Xue.
Lin the Blind couldn't see clearly and was instead left behind.
"Hiss—"
A slight unusual sound was heard.
A burst of white powder exploded in the air like a mushroom spraying its coat.
However, a sudden gust of wind swept through the ground, carrying the powder towards the Fourth Elder and Tianxin.
This was something that the Fourth Elder and Tianxin never expected.
They didn't see Liu Xue take out any talismans or perform any rituals, and they had no idea where the wind came from.
When the wind blew, the powder entered their nasal cavities, causing their heads to throb and their limbs to gradually become numb...
Even when their vision was blurred, poisonous needles continued to pierce their bodies.
"Quick, get the antidote..."
The Fourth Elder uttered a hurried, incoherent voice; this sudden situation made them seem rather thoughtless.
But before the antidote could be produced, something suddenly appeared and struck them.
"Smack—"
It was a whip, making a dull sound when it struck the body, tearing clothes and leaving some blood and flesh behind when it left.
"ah--"
Screams immediately followed.
"Auntie is mighty, her power is as strong as ever."
Wang Haihai gave a thumbs-up in praise, thinking to himself that this person really hadn't read the almanac before offending Liu Xue.
Is Liu Xue someone you can afford to offend?
You can't beat her if you offend her, and if she sends ghosts to deal with you, she'll be even more troublesome.
As the Grand Elder of the Ancient Jade Sect, Tianxin possesses some skill, but not much. They are more adept at creating insidious formations to damage spiritual veins and act through underhanded means.
In a real, head-on confrontation, they would be easily defeated.
The same applies to Tianmen Mountain.
In fact, besides the poisonous fog array, they had also set up other more secretive and insidious poison needles, but a gust of wind destroyed everything.
The poisonous fog and needles all ended up on themselves.
"Grandma Liu, you're amazing."
Su Tiantian's eyes sparkled.
Liu Xue raised her chin: "I'll teach you later."
She strode in, her leather boots landing on Tianxin's face: "I forgot about you when I dealt with the Ancient Jade Sect, so this is the perfect opportunity to wipe you out in one fell swoop."
Tianxin felt deeply humiliated, but now she was poisoned and unable to move.
The Fourth Elder's face was also filled with despair. His eyes trembled wildly, finally landing on Zhao Qingfeng, who had followed him in. His eyes twitched, silently questioning, "Hurry up and do it! What are you waiting for?"
Didn't we agree to close the door and beat the dog?
Zhao Qingfeng snapped out of his daze and bowed to Liu Xue, asking, "We in the Special Affairs Department were blinded by greed before. I have deeply realized my mistakes and am determined to repent to the country and the people. Please tell us if there is anything we can do to help, and give us a chance to start anew!"
Zhao Qingfeng was not at peace; he had expected a fierce battle.
I didn't expect it to end so easily.
But this also made him realize that these people really could dismantle the Special Affairs Department of S Province.
"There's still hope. Arrest them and wait for the higher-ups to come and take them away. Call everyone in the Special Affairs Department together for a meeting."
Liu Xue glanced at Zhao Qingfeng and said sternly.
Zhao Qingfeng nodded and immediately ordered his men to arrest Tianxin and the Fourth Elder.
The Fourth Elder was so angry his nose almost twisted, and he angrily cursed, "Zhao Qingfeng, you son of a bitch, are you sure you want to be enemies with Tianmen Mountain? When Lord Black Dragon comes down the mountain, you'll be the first one I kill!"
"Fuck your mother, you piece of trash, you son of a bitch..."
But no matter what he cursed, Zhao Qingfeng didn't even glance at him.
Tianxin remained silent, but his sinister gaze swept over the group again and again until he could no longer see them.
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