Starting as The Young Master of A Pharmacy, He Trained Swordsmanship in Seclusion For Twenty Years - Chapter 109

Late at night.

The streets of Fenglin County town had long been plunged into dark and silent stillness.

At that moment, a loud and powerful voice rang out.

“The weather is dry, beware of fires!”

The voice came from a man who looked aged and frail, holding a small, bright lantern in his hand.

Creeeak!

As the old man passed by the entrance of a large mansion with his lantern, a faint sound reached his ears.

It was the sound of a wooden door being gently pushed open by the wind.

“Huh? Isn’t this the mansion of the Fierce Tiger Gang leader? Why is the door unlocked?”

“Ah, never mind. It’s better not to meddle in other people’s affairs.”

Remembering the fearsome reputation of the Fierce Tiger Gang in Fenglin County, the old man felt a sudden rush of fear. He quickly hurried away, lantern in hand.

Shortly after he left, the main gate of the Fierce Tiger Gang leader’s mansion swung fully open.

Two massive dark figures appeared in the doorway. In the faint moonlight, their outlines were barely visible.

They were actually two fox-like demon beasts, standing upright like humans. On the ground behind them, pools of unnaturally bright blood trailed along.

“Alright, let’s find a few more martial artists to eat. That should just about make up for our recent losses.”

“After we finish, we should leave this place tonight. That terrifying human is probably catching up to us.”

“Damn these humans. Once we eat a few more martial artists and our cultivation increases, we won’t have to fear him anymore.”

The two fox demons’ large eyes glowed with an eerie red light as they silently watched the old night watchman depart.

This human had no cultivation at all and was so old he seemed on the verge of death. The two fox demons had no interest in him whatsoever, which was why the old man managed to leave alive under their gaze.

Fenglin County Government Office.

In the back hall, inside a large room, candles burned brightly. From outside the door, one could clearly see several shadowy figures moving inside.

This large room was the office of the Fenglin County Magistrate.

Despite the late hour, the Magistrate was still not asleep. He sat at a large table with two other men.

On the table, instead of the usual delicacies and dishes, were several large wooden chests.

Inside these chests was an immense treasure, beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

An assortment of dazzling gold and silver jewelry glittered under the bright candlelight, emitting a brilliant shine.

The man sitting in the main seat at the table was around fifty years old, portly, with a ruddy complexion, and appeared to be a man of high status.

This man was the Fenglin County Magistrate, the official parent and authority of the entire county.

At this moment, looking at the vast treasure on the table, a flicker of greed passed through his eyes.

However, he now shifted his gaze away from the gold, silver, and jewels.

Assuming an inscrutable expression, he spoke to the two middle-aged men sitting across from him.

“Lao Liu, Lao Fang, these are the items sent by the Fierce Tiger Gang leader. What are your thoughts on this?”

The two men being addressed by the Magistrate were, naturally, not ordinary men themselves.

They were the County Deputy and the County Captain of Fenglin County, respectively.

In other words, the three men in this room were the true masters of Fenglin County, controlling every aspect of the region.

“Sir, the Fierce Tiger Gang leader’s request is quite significant.”

“As I understand it, their gang has been secretly trafficking people and forcing the good into prostitution. Quite a few people have already taken notice of them.”

“Isn’t that Qifeng Pavilion place their den of vice and extravagance?”

“Indeed, Sir, Lao Fang makes a valid point.”

“The Fierce Tiger Gang leader has now set his sights on the towns outside the county. I fear this might lead to some… complications.”

Hearing their responses, a trace of displeasure flashed in the Fenglin County Magistrate’s eyes.

Hmph.

These two old foxes, still pretending to be righteous in front of him.

The vile deeds they themselves had committed in the shadows were every bit as heinous as those of the Fierce Tiger Gang leader.

Their words were nothing more than a ploy, indicating that the treasures on the table weren’t enough to satisfy their greed.

“Gentlemen, there is one more thing I forgot to mention to you.”

“The Fierce Tiger Gang leader informed me that he is also willing to grant each of you a twenty percent share of the profits from Qifeng Pavilion.”

After saying this, the Fenglin County Magistrate felt a slight pang of regret.

The Fierce Tiger Gang leader had promised him forty percent of Qifeng Pavilion’s profits just a few days prior.

Originally, the Magistrate had intended to keep this staggering wealth all to himself.

But, as expected, these two old fellows were as difficult and avaricious as ever.

“Your Excellency is most wise. We have no objections and will abide by your decision.”

Upon hearing about the profits from Qifeng Pavilion, their expressions immediately brightened with delight. They quickly stood up to express their gratitude to the Magistrate.

Qifeng Pavilion was the largest and most extravagant establishment in Fenglin County.

For each of them to receive a ten percent share was an enormous fortune.

Therefore, knowing when to stop, they dared not push their luck or make excessive demands.

The County Deputy cupped his hands respectfully and said to the Magistrate with a smile, “Sir, in that case, Lao Fang and I thank you for your generosity.”

“As it is nearly midnight, we will not disturb your rest any further.”

Having said that, the County Deputy and the County Captain, acting as if they hadn’t even seen the gold and jewels on the table, took their leave together.

“Very well, you may go. I won’t keep you.”

Seeing how tactful they were being, the Fenglin County Magistrate nodded in satisfaction, a smile reappearing on his face.

SLAM!

At that moment, the room’s door was violently flung open by an invisible force, crashing against the wall with a deafening sound.

The lanterns outside instantly extinguished, plunging the area into an abyss-like darkness.

A fierce wind swept in from the doorway, sending decorations flying wildly around the room. Vases toppled over one after another, shattering with clear, crisp sounds.

In an instant, the room was thrown into complete disarray.

The Fenglin County Magistrate and the other two men immediately reacted, staring at the doorway as if facing a formidable enemy.

“Who’s there?!”

“Hehe, Sister, look! There are three such powerful martial artists here.”

“Much stronger than those outside.”

“These martial artists will surely taste much better than the ones outside.”

In the next moment, the Magistrate and his companions felt a murderous aura wash over them, chilling their blood.

“Demonic beasts!”

“And they can talk?”

“Guards! He—”

When they clearly saw the figures entering from the doorway, their faces paled with terror, and they cried out in panic.

Talking demonic beasts were something they had never even heard of.

Moreover, they now felt their bodies stiffen, completely paralyzed.