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Chapter 141: White Dragonfish, Treasure Beneath the Waters
Chapter 141: White Dragonfish, Treasure Beneath the Waters
The Lo River's surface rippled with waves from time to time.
However, beneath the water, an unusual calmness prevailed.
Within this tranquility, countless dangers lurked.
The Lo River was vast, expansive, and wide.
The underwater terrain was complex, and the hidden currents were unpredictable.
Once caught in its grasp, one would realize the limits of human strength against the infinite power of nature.
Mastering the water currents was a skill every resident of Luoshui County possessed.
As the saying goes, 'live by the mountain, live by the water.'
Many made their living from the Lo River.
Numerous fishermen plied their trade, and underwater explorers and treasure hunters were also common.
The locals living along the river knew that beneath the lake's surface lay countless opportunities for sudden wealth.
Whether it was catching spirit fish, discovering heavenly materials and treasures underwater, or finding a sunken ship unknown to others, any of these could bring instant riches.
At this moment, on the lake's surface, a two-zhang-high barge stood still.
On the barge, a flag fluttered in the wind.
From the side, one could see the Green Serpent Gang's emblem—a coiled green snake—snapping in the breeze.
Anyone with a bit of knowledge would recognize this as a vessel belonging to the Green Serpent Gang of Luoshui County.
"Boss, this guy says he found a sunken ship right here in the water," said a man with a pointed chin and monkey-like cheeks, dragging a dark-skinned man before Shi Xiaoyuan.
With a swift motion, he raised his hand and gave the dark-skinned man a shove, causing him to stumble and fall onto the barge's deck.
Even from a glance, it was clear that this dark-skinned man had spent much of his life on the water.
His skin tone was a result of prolonged exposure to the sun and wind.
As he fell, his face contorted in pain.
The bandaged wound on his left arm, which had been carefully wrapped, now tore open, revealing a trickle of crimson blood.
"So, you saw a warehouse full of iron ore in the sunken ship below?" Shi Xiaoyuan glanced at the dark-skinned man before him.
"The boss is asking you a question," said the pointed-chin man, raising his foot to kick the dark-skinned man.
The kick intensified the pain on his face.
Despite this, he dared not hesitate.
His family and children were currently in the hands of the Green Serpent Gang.
He hadn't yet reached the rank of a martial artist, and with the Green Serpent Gang's notorious reputation, he had no room for resistance.
"Boss, I did see it!" the dark-skinned man replied promptly.
Hearing this confirmation, Shi Xiaoyuan's face lit up with joy.
Iron ore was an incredibly valuable resource, and there was always a market for it.
A warehouse full of iron ore was a substantial fortune, even for him.
"Tell me more about it. Describe the situation in detail," Shi Xiaoyuan said, turning to the dark-skinned man.
"Yes, boss!" The dark-skinned man's face paled, and he clenched his teeth against the pain. "A few days ago, I went underwater with Zhang Jiu and Wang Chang. We unexpectedly discovered the sunken ship.
"At first, we didn't have high hopes, but when we entered the ship, we found a warehouse full of iron ore."
"But before we could rejoice, a white dragonfish attacked us."
"The dragonfish was too powerful. We had no chance to resist, and I was the only one who managed to escape."
Shi Xiaoyuan's eyes narrowed at these words.
"White Dragonfish?"
"Are you sure you didn't mistake it?"
The dark-skinned man shook his head repeatedly.
"I'm absolutely certain! My left arm was bitten off by that beast, so I can't be wrong. It was definitely a White Dragonfish."
Shi Xiaoyuan nodded with a delighted expression.
"If it's as you say, it's no wonder this shipwreck hasn't been discovered. Those who found the shipwreck before must have met their end in the belly of that White Dragonfish."
The sharp-faced man quickly chimed in, "The leader is wise! I think so too!"
He continued, "Leader, for that White Dragonfish to possess such strength, it must have already attained spiritual intelligence. If the leader can capture this spiritual fish, your strength will surely improve."
Shi Xiaoyuan spoke, "You're right! Compared to the iron ore in the warehouse, a spiritually intelligent White Dragonfish is the real treasure! Moreover, that White Dragonfish doesn't want to leave its territory, perhaps guarding some heavenly materials and treasures."
"Heavenly materials and treasures?" The sharp-faced man's eyes lit up.
"That's right! Heavenly materials and treasures!" Shi Xiaoyuan said, "According to the records, in the wilderness, many heavenly materials and treasures have guardians. These guardians protect the treasures while also claiming them for themselves."
"With that strength, the White Dragonfish must have had a special encounter to evolve to this point."
"If there are heavenly materials and treasures guarded by the White Dragonfish, that's the real treasure!"
Hearing this, the sharp-faced man immediately spoke up.
"Congratulations, Leader! Well done, Leader!"
"With this opportunity, the leader will surely enter the Seventh Rank Martial Dao. Under the leader's guidance, our Green Serpent Gang will undoubtedly become the number one gang in Luoshui County."
Shi Xiaoyuan couldn't help but laugh.
"You know how to talk, and you're right!"
"As long as our leader obtains this opportunity, the Seventh Rank Martial Dao will be within reach. I'll bring you delicious food, spicy dishes, and the most beautiful women!"
"The leader is truly brilliant and powerful!" The sharp-faced man flattered him.
Then, Shi Xiaoyuan turned to the dark-skinned man.
"What's your name?"
The dark-skinned man had been quietly listening to their conversation, and upon hearing Shi Xiaoyuan's question, he replied, "My name is Huang San'er."
Shi Xiaoyuan said, "Huang San'er, from now on, you'll follow me, the leader of the Green Serpent Gang. Do you have any objections?"
"None!" At that moment, Huang San'er's heart was filled with discontent, but he knew that resistance was futile, especially since his family was still in the hands of the Green Serpent Gang.
He then said, "Leader, my family..."
Before Huang San'er could finish, Shi Xiaoyuan interrupted him.
"Rest assured! Since you're part of the Green Serpent Gang, your family will be safe and sound."
"As long as you perform well, one day you'll live a life of wealth and nobility."
"Thank you, leader!" Huang San'er said.
Shi Xiaoyuan nodded and said, "Go and prepare. Later, follow me into the shipwreck. Huang San'er, you lead the way."
"Yes, leader!" Huang San'er nodded in agreement.
Then, under the guidance of the sharp-faced man, he returned to re-bandage his wounds.
After a while, they finished their preparations and returned to the deck.
(End of Chapter)
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