The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1754 Zhang Cheng: "Big brother is suffering inside, but big brother won't say it!"

Qinghe County, bustling streets with people coming and going.
Pretending to be watching a play, Shi Qian casually tossed the man's purse into her sleeve, then turned and left.

However, after he succeeded a few times, his mustache involuntarily began to twitch.
Because in Qinghe County, people are really naive and rich!
Shi Qian bought several large meat buns from a roadside vendor and ate them with his mouth full of oil, looking exceptionally happy.
But just as he was about to leave, he saw a young man dressed in the black uniform of a constable walking towards him.
Subconsciously lowering his head, Shi Qian dared not meet his gaze at all, intending to turn away and leave.

But just then, the other party grabbed Shi Qian's wrist and said, "Chat? You flea on a drum!"

Staring wide-eyed, Shi Qian looked at the other person in disbelief, and immediately swallowed hard, asking, "May I ask who this gentleman is?"

"You'll know when you get there!"

After speaking to Shi Qian, Zhang Cheng took him to his home.

Looking at Zhang Cheng nervously, Shi Qian had considered running away, but the problem was that he noticed Zhang Cheng kept his hand on the hilt of his sword.

If you try to run, the speed at which the opponent strikes will definitely be faster than you can run!

Now that he knew he couldn't escape, Shi Qian decided to simply deal with whatever came his way.
"Wow!"

After closing the courtyard gate, Zhang Cheng sat down in a chair and looked at Shi Qian, saying, "You're quite bold! Are you thinking that my courtyard wall isn't high and you can just step over it?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng in astonishment, Shi Qian immediately laughed and said, "Brother, you're joking. How could I have such a thought!"

"I'm younger than you, yet you still call me 'Big Brother.' It seems your status in the underworld isn't very high!"

Looking at Shi Qian in front of him, Zhang Cheng stared at him with a smile.
Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Shi Qian fell silent, his expression shifting.

Because Zhang Cheng was telling the truth, Shi Qian, as a flea on a drum, was truly a complete mess.
After all, people in the martial arts world rarely look down on people like them, and it's common for them to even mock them.

But what could Shi Qian do? He had been poor since childhood, and if he wanted to survive, he had to find a way.
Moreover, he was clever; he only chose targets he could get his hands on, such as husbands from wealthy families, while he never touched poor families.

"Why did you escape last night, and why are you still here!"

Looking at Shi Qian in front of him, Zhang Cheng's eyes turned cold.
Upon hearing these words, Shi Qian couldn't help but shiver.

Because he felt that Zhang Cheng looked familiar, he finally remembered that this young man was the one who chased him wildly last night!

Staring at Zhang Cheng in disbelief, Shi Qian instinctively took a step back, his eyes filled with fear.
Because when the other party killed Ximen Qing with a hammer, he didn't hold back at all. If he got close to him, wouldn't he be dead?
"Don't be afraid, I won't kill you! Otherwise, even if I had called the constables last night, I would have killed you!"

Seeing Shi Qian's fear, Zhang Cheng casually said, "Aren't you tired of standing? Sit down!"

Swallowing hard, Shi Qian walked over, grabbed a chair, and sat down.
However, he wasn't entirely certain, fearing he wouldn't be able to react in time when Zhang Cheng made his move.

Seeing Shi Qian's frightened expression, Zhang Cheng tossed the knife aside and said, "Alright, stop acting like a coward. I said I won't kill you, and I mean I won't!"

"Brother, what brings you here today? I didn't say a word last night! I ran away as soon as I was tied up!"

When asked to speak to Zhang Cheng, Shi Qian quickly explained,

Zhang Cheng tapped his slender fingers on the table and looked at Shi Qian, saying, "You're like a flea on a drum, which means you're quite capable!"

"Brother, if you want anything, I will do everything in my power to help you!"

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng mention his name, Shi Qian immediately felt proud.
"No, no, no, that's not what I meant. I wanted to introduce you to a job. I have a road in Bianliang. It's a bit risky, but the profits are quite substantial."

"Of course, it's not that I'm incapable of doing it myself; I only decided to cooperate with you because I see you as a hero!"

Looking at Shi Qian in front of him, Zhang Cheng smiled.
"A hero? Me?" Pointing to himself, Shi Qian's face showed disbelief.

It was the first time he had ever heard someone praise him as a hero, and it was incredibly exciting!

"Heroes don't ask about origins, and I mean, great men don't ask about age! If I say you, Shi Qian the Flea on the Drum, have the ability, then you definitely do! After all, there aren't many people in this world whom I respect!"

Looking at Shi Qian in front of him, Zhang Cheng extended his hand and said, "So, do you want to achieve great things with me?"

"If you, brother, will not abandon me, I, Shi Qian, am willing to follow you through life and death."

Shi Qian rose and knelt on the ground, looking at Zhang Cheng with a serious expression.

Staring at Shi Qian in shock, Zhang Cheng rubbed his head, wondering if Shi Qian still possessed an aura of dominance.
Half an hour later, the mutton was boiling in front of the scorching fire.
Holding large bowls, the two drank yellow wine, their faces full of hearty joy.
Picking up a piece of mutton, Zhang Cheng handed it to Shi Qian and said, "Why didn't you hesitate at all before acknowledging me as your elder brother?"

"Hehe, big brother, if I hadn't agreed, you probably would have beaten me to death, right?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with a grin, Shi Qian, though lacking great wisdom, possessed nonetheless the wit of an ordinary person.

Although Zhang Cheng didn't bring a knife, Shi Qian had witnessed his strength firsthand last night. Ximen Qing's kung fu was so elegant, yet he still had his sternum shattered by a few punches. How many punches could Shi Qian, with his small frame, withstand?
Looking at Shi Qian in front of him, Zhang Cheng frowned and said, "Just because of this?"

"No, it's mainly because my older brother treats me like a human being!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with a smile, Shi Qian revealed a bitter smile and said, "I've come all this way without friends or acquaintances. Everyone treats me like a thief. Even my friends in the martial arts world are wary of me."

Hearing Shi Qian's words, Zhang Cheng didn't say anything, but filled the glass with yellow wine.

Because of him, Zhang, isn't he the same? He's suffering inside, but he won't say it!
After all, as a notorious criminal, every time he went to a bank, the bank would only sound the alarm instead of welcoming him!
Federal Reserve: Listen to what you're saying, is that something a human being would say?
HSBC: You're a ruthless thug, brother!
Iron Vault: Lending money is one thing, but you robbed me after lending it to me, damn it.
"Ding!"

The bowls clinked together, and the two men looked at each other as if they had found kindred spirits.

The next morning, when the tipsy Shi Qian woke up, he saw Zhang Cheng in the courtyard, wielding a long spear and brandishing it left and right.
As the silver screen, resembling a celestial river, swept across the screen, Shi Qian instinctively leaned against the door, his eyes filled with astonishment.

Because this man was truly right! Such martial arts skills are beyond the reach of many in the martial arts world!
After putting away his gun, Zhang Cheng exhaled a breath of stale air and asked, "Awake?"

"Brother."

Seeing Zhang Cheng, Shi Qian quickly stepped forward.
"Hey, from now on we'll be brothers, you can just call me Brother Cheng!"

Zhang Cheng smiled and gestured to Shi Qian as he spoke.

"yes, Sir!"

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Shi Qian immediately smiled and spoke.
Looking at Shi Qian in front of him, Zhang Cheng finally understood why Chen Guilin didn't like him being called "Guilin Boy"!

"Here is three thousand taels of silver. After you go to Bianliang, help me gather important information."

Seeing Zhang Cheng hand over the silver to him without hesitation, Shi Qian stood there stunned and said, "Brother, you trust me so much, how can I ever repay you!"

"We're all brothers, there's no need for this!"

Patting Shi Qian on the shoulder, Zhang Cheng immediately said, "By the way, remember to find out as much information as possible about the brothels for me!"

"what!"

Shi Qian stared wide-eyed, then froze on the spot, his face filled with disbelief!
(End of this chapter)