I, a prison guard in the Heavenly Prison, secretly became invincible thanks to the system.

“These three are no ordinary people. They have all entered the seventh-grade innate realm, especially Chongxuzi of Chongtian Temple, who is only one step away from entering the eighth grade.”

Although Wan Yi didn't say it directly, Ye Kang had already understood her implied meaning.

The implication was that Ye Kang should consider his own strength; taking the treasure was fine, but he should first think about whether he could defeat those three big shots.

Ye Kang wasn't particularly surprised.

"Since even you know the power of that martial art, it naturally can't stop other powerful individuals from coveting it. Is that all you wanted to say?"

“Young master, you speak so frankly and directly, I admire you. There is one more thing, if you are determined to go, please take this folding fan with you.”

Wan Yi took out a small, patterned fan from under her body. It was small and exquisite, clearly designed for women.

"I happen to know a young swordsman who is also going to the Grand Canal. If you tuck your folding fan into your waistband, he will naturally come to find you. He might be able to help you then."

"Thank you very much."

Ye Kang accepted the fan without ceremony.

Seeing that Wanyi had finished speaking, he didn't linger and left directly.

On his way home, Ye Kang began to think.

That night was really strange; where did this intelligence channel come from?

If she could obtain this level of intelligence, no one would believe she was just an ordinary prostitute.

However, this information did help me. After all, if I had gone to the Grand Canal without knowing anything, I might have been killed by those three big shots.

"So, should we still go to the canal...?"

【Ding】

[Mission Issued: Seize the Canal's Martial Arts]

[Task Reward: Comprehension]

……

"Wow!! The system has released more gold coins!"

Ye Kang was immediately startled and acted without hesitation.

must go!

Regardless of the quality of the martial arts, his comprehension alone makes it all worthwhile!

You must know that he is currently lacking in comprehension. All kinds of martial arts require an upgrade in comprehension. The Imperial Supreme Heaven-Reaching Skill goes without saying, and the Demon Body Refining Method must also be improved to a higher level.

Now that the man-eating mountain demon has been suppressed, at least we can refine demon blood crystals; all we lack is the comprehension!

"I definitely have to go, but I can't go alone, otherwise I'll just be a sitting duck. I need at least one expert of rank seven or higher to help me..."

At that moment, several figures flashed through Ye Kang's mind.

My maternal uncle, Xie Liancheng…

The garrison commander, busy fighting the demon...

And lastly, that overly enthusiastic third maternal grandfather.

He once promised to help me unconditionally.

There's no other option but to try asking that old man.

Ye Kang made up his mind and immediately went home, heading straight to the warehouse.

After being informed by the guard and given permission, Ye Kang entered the warehouse.

Xie Yuan was still reading, but as soon as he saw Ye Kang, he smiled kindly.

"My dear grandson, you're here again so soon. What would you like to take this time?"

Ye Kang cupped his hands and said with a smile, "Third Grandfather, I wonder if the promise you made to help me before still stands?"

Xie Yuan's expression shifted, and he immediately jumped up, nodding with great enthusiasm: "Of course, of course! How could I go back on my word? I didn't expect you to need my help so soon. Tell me, whatever it is, your Third Grandfather will agree to it!"

real or fake?

Ye Kang found it strange again; even his own maternal grandfather wasn't this affectionate.

He paused for a moment, then recounted the entire story of the canal bandits' gathering.

He never intended to hide it, after all, his strength was not enough, and without help, it would be too difficult to take it down.

The system knows this, which is why it gives such a high reward.

As the saying goes, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush; even the best opportunity is useless if you can't get it.

After hearing this, Xie Yuan's expression also became serious.

"You little rascal, how come you always seem to run into good luck? I didn't even know about this information."

Xie Yuan looked puzzled. As the third ancestor of the Xie family, he had control over the entire Xie family's intelligence system, but he still hadn't heard any news about Yin Bupo's martial arts emerging.

He knew that bandits had gathered at the canal, but to a big shot like him, it was of no importance.

Ye Kang shook his head and said, "I don't know if the information is true or false, but I want to give it a try."

He already knew that it was absolutely true, because the system had issued the task, so it was a done deal.

Xie Yuan pondered for a long time before saying, "You want Yin Bupo's demonic arts? I must remind you, although martial arts are powerful, learning them is equivalent to making an enemy of a reclusive Buddhist sect."

Ye Kang smiled calmly: "The path of martial arts is about defying fate and changing one's destiny. How can one improve if one is afraid of this and that?"

"You're quite the smooth talker, but those three guys are really tough to deal with, especially that Chongxuzi. He's eccentric, and it'll take a lot of effort to take him on."

"Please ask Third Grandfather for help! If you like, we can study that martial art together after it's done."

Ye Kang didn't hesitate at all. Anyway, he learned martial arts through the system, so he only needed to watch it once. It would be meaningless for him to keep it all to himself.

Xie Yuan shook his head: "No, this old man has limited energy and can't learn such profound martial arts. You should keep it for yourself. Since we agreed to help unconditionally, I'll accompany you on this journey."

"Thank you, Third Grandfather! The bandits will gather at the full moon in five days. We'll set off in three days."

"and many more."

Xie Yuan suddenly raised an eyebrow: "You brat, you can't bite off more than you can chew. How's your Chaos Strike training going?"

"This... is not even the beginning..."

"It's normal. It would be absurd if you could learn it in just a few days. You should spend more time studying it these next few days. If you can get a basic understanding of Chaos Strike, this trip will probably be easier."

After Xie Yuan finished speaking, he fell silent.

Ye Kang, however, understood the deeper meaning.

Could it be that Chaos Strike is beneficial for treasure hunting?

If that's the case, then we can't afford to slack off; we must get the basics down within three days!

Even one more chance is good.

While others learn martial arts through comprehension and practice, Ye Kang only needs a bit of intuition to master the basics within three days, which is not difficult at all.

He walked out silently and checked the panel.

After slaughtering a mountain stronghold and several minor mountain demons, my comprehension level reached 5000 points.

To enter the realm of chaos, one needs enlightenment.

I still need to go to the Qinglin branch.

Ye Kang set off immediately and returned to the pawnshop.

The shopkeeper wasn't at the counter; he must still be researching the matter of the Crimson Demon.

He then put on the mask and went to the mission wall.

At this moment, two masked men were also selecting missions. Both of them were quite strong, having reached the fifth-grade innate realm. They must have been experts who had returned from their previous missions.

The three ignored each other and focused on checking the descriptions on their respective mission boards.

Suddenly, Ye Kang's eyes lit up when he saw an interesting task. He reached out to take it, but at the same time, two other hands reached out as well.

The three of them froze, then exchanged glances, and the atmosphere became awkward for a moment.

"Gentlemen, could you please let me take over this task?"

"Brother, you jest. If anyone should be giving way, it would have been the two of us who went first. What does it have to do with you?"

“That’s right, I arrived first, so this task should be mine.”

All three spoke coldly, their words showing no intention of yielding.

Ye Kang shook his head and smiled wryly, saying, "How about this, we all take a look at the information on the mission, and then each of us does it. Whoever finishes first can come back with the token to collect the badge?"

"As it should be."

"Just to my liking."