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Chapter 39: The Internal Body Refinement Technique! (Seeking Readers)
Chapter 39: The Internal Body Refinement Technique! (Seeking Readers)
The group of bandits and marauders camped outside Black Zhuan City had caused untold suffering to the surrounding villagers.
Every year, the four towns and thirteen villages had to skimp and save to pay protection fees. If they refused, they would face burning, killing, and looting.
Even the law enforcement officers from the government office were helpless, returning empty-handed, leaving the locals in unbearable misery, silently enduring their plight.
Now, the leader of these bandits claimed to be associated with the High County Magistrate of Black Zhuan City, Gao Wusheng.
A surge of rage welled up within Qin Zheng, and he asked again, "Are you saying that all of you bandits are under Gao Wusheng's command?"
Zhang Xiowen quickly nodded, "Yes, that's right. This time, the siege of Black Zhuan City was also ordered by Gao Wusheng."
As he spoke, a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes.
"He didn't tell me that a powerful expert like you would appear. He only mentioned that a monk would intervene. I remember he told me to pretend to retreat and flee."
"It seems Gao Wusheng wanted to use me to eliminate you! Since he is heartless, don't blame me for being ungrateful!"
A monk?
Is it the Eternal Saint Monk from the Temple of Rebirth?
Did he also have secret dealings with the High County Magistrate?
For a moment, various thoughts swirled in Qin Zheng's mind.
"Young Hero, spare me this time, and I'll tell you everything Gao Wusheng has done over the years!"
"I..."
He was speaking in a panic when he suddenly stopped.
Just then, the bandit leader's eyes rolled back, and his body trembled as if someone had grabbed his neck, choking him.
This unusual situation immediately caught Qin Zheng's attention, and he became alert.
At the same time, Zhang Xiowen extended his hands towards Qin Zheng and struggled to say, "Save me..."
As he spoke, his trembling stopped abruptly, and his breath rapidly declined, indicating that he wouldn't survive.
Qin Zheng didn't hesitate; he took a step forward and swiftly slashed with his Ghost Head Saber.
In an instant, blood gushed like a pillar, and a head rolled onto the ground.
Merit obtained!
Swish! Swish! Swish! The silent archers once again drew their bows and shot arrows at Qin Zheng.
Hmm!
A cold light flashed in Qin Zheng's eyes, and with a single step, his figure blurred as he darted into the nearby forest.
With his current spiritual sensitivity, the archers had shot numerous arrows at him, but he had already guessed their general location.
As he entered the forest, the trees provided cover, and the arrows targeting him significantly decreased.
After a brief moment, accompanied by several panicked screams, the arrows disappeared.
After a few breaths, Qin Zheng, followed by a slender man, emerged from the forest and reappeared before the headless corpse of the bandit leader, Zhang Xiowen.
It was said that in the south, there was a tribe skilled in raising and refining Gu poison.
Zhang Xiowen's previous condition seemed extremely similar to being poisoned by Gu, the manifestation of Gu poison.
This was likely Gao Wusheng's method of controlling them.
When Zhang Xiowen revealed Gao Wusheng's actions, it triggered the Gu poison, leading to his death.
Upon this realization, Qin Zheng's expression turned solemn.
The situation in Black Zhuan City seemed even deeper than he had imagined.
However, as long as he was strong enough, no conspiracy or trick could affect him!
Qin Zheng immediately used his Ghost Head Saber to examine the corpse, ensuring there were no abnormalities before searching it.
He found loose silver coins, several silver banknotes, and a lamb fat jade flask containing elixirs. Nothing else was of significance.
Qin Zheng furrowed his brows slightly.
It seemed the opponent hadn't kept the Internal Martial Arts on his person.
He stood up. If it wasn't on his body, it was very likely hidden in their hideout!
This was the first time Qin Zheng had obtained information about the Inner Martial Arts.
Regardless of whether Zhang Xiowen's words were true or false, he had to personally verify and search for it! With this thought, he lifted Zhang Xiowen's corpse and casually tossed it into the forest.
With the scent of blood attracting them, it wouldn't be long before wild beasts came to feast on the body.
Immediately after, Qin Zheng turned to the archer he had struck with the Black Demon Palm and said, "Lead me to your hideout, and I'll spare your life."
The archer's face was filled with gloom. Just a moment ago, he had experienced the agony of the Black Demon Palm, and the pain was unbearable.
Hearing Qin Zheng's words, his eyes lit up.
"Is the hero's word true?!"
Qin Zheng nodded slightly and said, "Lead the way!"
When he had taken action, he had anticipated the possibility of not finding the Inner Martial Arts on Zhang Xiowen's body.
So, when dealing with the archers, he had intentionally spared one of them by using the Black Demon Palm to erode their body, ensuring they couldn't move freely.
His intention was to have this person lead him to the bandits' hideout.
The two of them traversed mountains and valleys. Although the archer's martial arts skills were not impressive, he had reached the Skin Tempering Realm, so he wasn't slow in navigating the wilderness.
After half a watch, they arrived at a mountain village deep in the mountains.
Since they were planning to attack Black Goose City today, most of the bandits were not in the village; only some women, children, and the elderly remained.
Upon seeing Qin Zheng's arrival, their faces showed signs of vigilance.
"Take me to Zhang Xiowen's residence."
Qin Zheng paid no heed to them and spoke directly.
Since Zhang Xiowen was a member of Gao Wusheng's group, after his death, Gao Wusheng would surely send someone to investigate the situation.
Qin Zheng had to act quickly and find the Inner Martial Arts before Gao Wusheng's people arrived.
Led by the archer, Qin Zheng soon reached Zhang Xiowen's dwelling.
"This is Chief Zhang's residence. Without his permission, no one is allowed to come near," the archer said, his face pale and trembling.
The force of the Black Demon Palm was still eroding his body, causing unbearable pain.
Qin Zheng nodded. This was a pavilion located deep within the mountain village. As he stepped inside, he saw animal pelts and decorations everywhere.
He frowned slightly, then released his senses and began searching the room carefully.
He looked under the bed, on the table, and on the floor. After searching everywhere, he finally found signs of a loose floorboard when he lifted the bed.
After prying up the floorboard, he discovered a downward passage.
Qin Zheng's eyes lit up, and he immediately crouched and entered the passage.
Below was a small room filled with boxes of gold, silver, and jewels, as well as various paintings and calligraphy.
These bandits not only extorted protection fees from the Four Towns and Thirteen Villages but also occasionally robbed merchant caravans, amassing immense wealth.
Although the sight was impressive, Qin Zheng's mind wasn't on the riches.
He scanned the room and spotted a jade box on a shelf.
Qin Zheng quickly approached and took the box, opening it.
Inside was a thin booklet.
On its cover, several large characters were written:
"Inner Organ Cultivation Technique!"
(End of Chapter)
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