https://novelcool.info/chapter/Chapter-29-A-Man-s-Life-Oh-How-It-Should-Be-Seeking-Readers-/12984541/
https://novelcool.info/chapter/Chapter-31-Government-Office-s-Actions-Sending-Troops-to-Suppress-Bandits-Seeking-Readers-Suppo/12984543/
Chapter 30: Bandits Strike, Unrest Begins! (Seeking Readership)
Chapter 30: Bandits Strike, Unrest Begins! (Seeking Readership)
As this thought crossed his mind, Qin Zheng felt a surge of oppression.
With the Ghost Head Saber slung diagonally across his shoulder, he strode directly out of the coliseum.
Qin Zheng knew that there were intelligent people within the city who would undoubtedly foresee such a situation.
Yet, the government office still chose to execute these bandits at the execution ground.
W
He only knew that his Great Sun Golden Cicada Technique granted him the power of premonition.
He could foresee that this event was highly likely to occur.
B
As he exited the execution ground, he happened to see a figure in tattered clothing, his body lean and thin.
Qin Zheng's eyes lit up, and he immediately took a step forward and said, "Master."
At this moment, Venerable Chongming had just finished reciting the Sutra of Rebirth.
Upon seeing Qin Zheng, he smiled slightly, pressed his palms together, and said, "Patron Qin."
Among the warriors Qin Zheng had encountered, this elder monk was the strongest.
N
As Qin Zheng conveyed the information he had overheard, along with his own speculations, he omitted any mention of his cultivation in the Great Sun Golden Cicada Technique.
Upon hearing this, the monk's expression turned solemn.
He looked at Qin Zheng and said, "Your words are reasonable, Patron. It seems I must hurry to the city outskirts to investigate."
A
Just as they were about to leave the military camp, a swift horse suddenly charged into the camp.
On the horse's back was a law enforcement officer from the government office, his face filled with anxiety.
The two exchanged a glance, both seeing the seriousness in each other's eyes.
T
With their impressive martial arts skills, they slightly demonstrated their lightfoot techniques, and their speed increased significantly.
By the time they reached the south gate of the city, government officers were already standing guard at the gate, seemingly preparing to close it.
The two of them instantly accelerated, taking a few large strides and entering the city.
"Excuse me, young sir, but why is the city gate being closed now?"
The elder monk stepped forward and asked an officer.
The officer, with good intentions, glanced at the monk and quickly replied, "Hurry back into the city and don't wander around. The bandits from the mountains have descended and have already slaughtered Tongguan Town."
"These lawless people seem to be serious this time. You should stay indoors and not run around."
The officer's face was grave, and after urging the monk into the city, he joined the other officers guarding the gate, their tension palpable as if they were awaiting something.
The monk approached Qin Zheng and said, "Patron Qin, it seems I must leave today to ensure the safety of the children I've taken in at the temple in the east of the city. Master Qi Yan will take care of them, so they should have no problems with food and drink."
"With the current situation, the city will likely be in panic, and there might be treacherous people taking advantage of the situation, potentially harming the children. I ask that you help look after them."
Upon hearing this, Qin Zheng's expression turned solemn, and he replied earnestly, "Master, rest assured. As long as I'm here, they will be safe."
"But these bandits are cunning and dangerous. Master, please be extra cautious when you go out."
The Elder Monk nodded, then turned and took a step, instantly shooting out like an arrow.
His speed was several times faster than Qin Zheng's!
Qin Zheng's eyes narrowed, and he immediately realized the Elder Monk's extraordinary strength.
If even he, with his full lightfoot techniques, couldn't match this speed, then the Elder Monk's strength was even more formidable than he had imagined.
Qin Zheng turned and headed towards the east of the city.
If the bandits outside the city were to invade Black Goose City, there was no guarantee that some people wouldn't take advantage of the chaos to commit illegal acts.
The children in the Elder Monk's ruined temple were defenseless.
Having accepted the Elder Monk's request, Qin Zheng would naturally keep his word.
Upon entering the city, Qin Zheng could clearly feel the atmosphere had become much heavier.
The streets were less crowded than usual.
Passersby hurried home or to purchase daily necessities.
Qin Zheng quickly arrived at his home, cut some beef and pork, packed some rice, locked the door, and headed east.
Soon after reaching the ruined temple in the east, he heard children crying, Qi Yan's shouts, and several men's voices.
He hadn't expected that with the news of the bandits flattening Tongguan Town, the local thugs and ruffians would lose control.
His face darkened, and he immediately used his lightfoot techniques to take several large strides into the temple.
Several thugs surrounded Qi Yan, their faces filled with greed, ready to lay their hands on her.
Qin Zheng took a step forward and instantly appeared in front of the thugs.
He grabbed one of them and threw him forcefully towards the temple wall.
Boom! The thug flew and slammed into the temple wall.
"You..."
The sudden change caught the remaining thugs off guard, and they reacted by trying to attack Qin Zheng.
But how could these skinny, malnourished thugs pose a threat to Qin Zheng?
Several more figures flew and crashed into the temple wall.
After falling to the ground, they passed out.
Qin Zheng stopped, first looking at the children nearby.
They stared at him with wide eyes, no longer crying.
He saw that they were uninjured but had been frightened by the earlier situation.
Qin Zheng turn to Qi Yan and asked, "Are you okay?"
Qi Yan's eyes still held traces of tears, clearly having been scared.
But upon hearing Qin Zheng's question, she quickly wiped away her tears and shook her head. "I'm fine. They had just arrived when you came, Brother Qin."
Qin Zheng nodded and handed over the beef, pork, and rice. "First, take care of this food. We'll eat later."
He turned and walked towards the unconscious thugs, picking them up one by one as if they were rags.
Then he headed out of the temple.
Inside the temple, the children's eyes were fixed on the beef and pork in Qi Yan's hands, swallowing their saliva.
Qi Yan, on the other hand, stared blankly in the direction Qin Zheng had left.
She was momentarily lost in thought.
(End of Chapter)
Chapter end
Report
