I am about to die of old age, and I have awakened the character of longevity.

Chapter 92: I will go on stage and wield the sword on behalf of Brother Lin!

As night fell, the snow grew heavier, adding a touch of paleness to the pitch-black twilight.

Only the lantern hanging above the gate of the villa emitted a dim light, illuminating the surrounding area and also highlighting Fang Baiyu's red face that was filled with anger and his eyes that were dancing with flames.

Clang!

Hong Lie, who had never drawn his sword before, could not help but draw his sword and pointed it at Xie An, "How dare you!"

Everyone present felt it: if Lin Yun's previous words were against Fang Baiyu's orders, then Xie An's words at this moment... had a certain threat to Fang Baiyu.

No wonder Hong Lie was so angry that he drew his sword. He simply felt that Xie An's attitude was extremely "bad", but Xie An had to bring up the name of the entire Tiger and Wolf Sect, causing Hong Lie and Fang Baiyu to dare not refute.

If he couldn't win the argument, he would draw his sword and threaten Xie An.

However, Xie An had no intention of retreating. Instead, he stood upright in the snow, facing the cavalry in front of him, feeling everyone's anger and murderous intent towards him.

If it were seven days ago, Xie An really wouldn't dare to do this.

But now, Xie An has broken through the realm of refined flesh, and can lift an astonishing 1,600 kilograms. The Five Animal Exercises also possess killing power. Furthermore, the Heavy Mountain Blade has added to the mix.

Only Xie An himself knew how terrifying it would be when he unleashed the Heavy Mountain Blade with all his strength.

Fang Baiyu might not be able to withstand ten of his blows.

Admittedly, at his age, Xie An didn't like to stand out. But tonight, Xie An was very clear: he had to stand up and speak for everyone.

Whether it is Wang Xiang, Liang Zhi or Zhang Lin, none of them can be captured by Fang Baiyu.

Otherwise, he would not be able to withstand Fang Baiyu's torture. Finally, revealing the cause of Zhu Hu's death would be a small matter, but it would also cause the people of the Blood Ridge lineage to lose their morale.

Furthermore, Xie An's reason for stepping forward was also valid: Zhu Hu died while suppressing bandits, and you, Fang Baiyu, have no concrete evidence to prove that he was connected to the people in the Blood Ridge black market. If you dare to arrest and torture people at will, you will tarnish the reputation of the Tiger and Wolf Sect...

Xie An had experienced the information explosion of his previous life, and he knew one thing clearly: the magic weapon for arguing with a leader is to bring out a more powerful leader. If that leader is the most powerful, then bring out the entire organization...

Of course, don't make groundless accusations. It's best to seize on a leader's weakness and tear it apart.

Fang Baiyu remained silent, but Hong Lie drew his sword and threatened him. It was obvious that Xie An's words worked.

Thinking of this, Xie An glanced at Hong Lie and said coldly: "I just told the truth. You don't have to resort to such violence. Fang Baiyu can arrest us and torture us at will today, but he may also sacrifice you, Hong Lie, for greater benefits in the future."

hiss!
As soon as these words were spoken, Hong Lie felt his scalp tingling.

Hong Lie is not stupid.

He had followed Fang Baiyu for over ten years and knew him well: would a leader who didn't treat his subordinates as human beings truly treat him specially? Would he be the exception?

Thinking of this, Hong Lie's hand gripping the knife handle loosened a little.

Fang Baiyu saw all of this. He glared at Xie An, thinking to himself that this old man was truly evil. It would have been fine if he had just brought up the righteousness of the Tiger and Wolf Sect, but he actually wanted to alienate his relationship with Hong Lie. This was truly heartbreaking!
Fang Baiyu actually had a feeling in his heart: this old man in front of him is very difficult to deal with. He has been in charge of Baiyu Hall for so many years, and no one has ever dared to treat him like this.

Fang Baiyu already had the intention to kill.

Xie An asked, "Could it be that Master Fang intends to kill us all in front of Hong Lie and the many close associates behind you? I wonder if this move by Master Fang will completely dishearten your subordinates. Who will dare to follow you in the future?"

Although Xie An's original intention in saying this was to continue to alienate Fang Baiyu and his men, Xie An's calm eyes were fixed on Fang Baiyu and Hong Lie's every move.

Whenever the two men made any move, Xie An was calculating from what angle he should attack so as to kill the other as quickly as possible.

Behind every statement, there needs to be real strength to support it. Otherwise, you are just a fool.

What's more, as long as Fang Baiyu really took action tonight, Xie An felt that it would be okay to kill them. Even if the Tiger and Wolf Sect knew about it, they would not feel that they had done anything wrong.

Fang Baiyu stared at Xie An for a long time, and finally spoke:
"Hahaha, you're overthinking it. I was just putting pressure on you to test whether you were lying, and I didn't intend to actually arrest you and torture you. Now it seems that you have withstood the test. This shows that Zhu Hu really went to Dayin Mountain to hunt down the bandits."

After saying that, Fang Baiyu pushed down with his big hand, and the people sitting on horseback behind him sheathed their swords one after another, making a clanging sound.

The solemn atmosphere on the field also dissipated for the most part.

Fang Baiyu stared at Lin Yun. "Lin Yun, the test will be tomorrow. Elder Tang will come to the hall personally to treat everyone to Laba porridge. It is said that Sect Master Meng Hu may also come. Your Blood Ridge lineage has three deacons, and in principle, they can all take the test. But after all, you are all my people, so why not give up? This will also show that we are all united in the Baiyu Hall. When Hong Lie wins the test and takes charge of this place, he will naturally treat you well. What do you think?"

Lin Yun looked at Hong Lie, who was riding on horseback with high spirits, and felt a great sense of oppression for a moment, but did not express his opinion.

Fang Baiyu continued to coax him, "If you give up, it will be a favor to me. I can let you take over Zhang Hengshui's branch and take charge of several gambling houses. You can become the incense master, which is also a way for you to stand out."

Lin Yun slowly raised his head, meeting Fang Baiyu's gaze, and said word by word, "Thank you, Hall Master Fang, for your kindness, but I will not give up the opportunity to go on stage. In my mind, the Blood Ridge Black Market is not a business."

brush.

Fang Baiyu immediately became angry, with her eyebrows raised.

As the head of Baiyu Hall, he hadn't had a smooth journey here tonight. He was repeatedly rejected by Lin Yun and Xie An and threatened. Now, he offered a favor, but was rejected.

I suddenly felt extremely embarrassed.

snort!
"You don't know what's good for you! You're just asking for trouble!"

Fang Baiyu rode away directly, not wanting to stay any longer.

"go!"

Hong Lie raised the horse's reins, slapped the horse's back hard, and spurred the horse to catch up.

The rest of the people also rode their horses to catch up, and as the cavalry left, a cloud of white snow was stirred up.

When they reached the mountain road outside the canyon, Hong Lie rode his horse to catch up with Fang Baiyu and roared, "Brother Fang, Lin Yun and Xie An are too arrogant."

Fang Baiyu snorted coldly, "They only have tonight. After tomorrow... I'll make them suffer from a fate worse than death after you take over the Blood Ridge Black Market."

Hong Lie said, "Don't worry, Brother Fang. When I become the incense master of the Blood Ridge Black Market, the first thing I'll do is settle the old scores with them. I'll find a few excuses to make them suffer a fate worse than death."

Hearing this, Fang Baiyu finally relaxed. "That's as it should be. Also, if you run into Lin Yun on stage during the exam tomorrow, don't hold back. Just cripple him. Even killing him is fine."

Hong Lie's heart skipped a beat, but he said viciously, "Okay. Leave this to me."

...the other side.

After watching Fang Baiyu's cavalry leave, the few of them returned to Xie An's villa.

Although Wang Xiang has the lowest position, he is very knowledgeable and took the initiative to squat down and boil water and make tea for the others.

Lin Yun sat at the chief seat, Xie An and Zhang Lin sat on both sides, and Liang Zhi stood behind Xie An.

Everyone just lowered their heads to drink tea and didn't speak. The atmosphere was very dull.

Although Fang Baiyu had been allowed to leave temporarily thanks to Lin Yun and Xie An, and Zhu Hu's matter had come to an end, no one dared to breathe a sigh of relief.

The exam is tomorrow.

No matter how you look at it, Hong Lie will come out on top. If he takes over the Blood Ridge Black Market... won't Fang Baiyu be vengeful and vengeful? How can anyone here get away with this?

The huge pressure makes everyone feel suffocated.

Gulu.

Lin Yun took a sip of tea, then looked up at Xie An and the others, and said with a smile: "You guys have done a great job. When I first started the black market with Brother Wei, there was also a group of people who were full of enthusiasm, helping each other and overcoming difficulties together. In the end, it was thanks to everyone's concerted efforts that the black market was established.

Now, I see that same feeling in you guys. It really makes me miss it."

Wang Xiang, Liang Zhi and Zhang Lin all felt flattered and looked at Xie An at the same time, with great aspirations in their hearts.

The three of them knew clearly that the main reason they were so united was because Xie An had a good headband. It was all Xie An's credit.

Lin Yun naturally saw what everyone was thinking and smiled at Xie An, "Of course, all of this... Xie An, you have made an indelible contribution. If Brother Wei hadn't been tricked by Fang Baiyu and hadn't been poisoned by the corpse poison pill, I really feel that the black market would have had successors with you. Unfortunately, time waits for no one, and fate plays tricks on us."

After saying that, Lin Yun stood up, walked up to everyone and hugged them one by one, patting everyone on the back.

It's like an older brother encouraging his younger brother.

After a final hug with Xie An, Lin Yun finally let go, took out a deed from his arms, and stuffed it into Xie An's hand. "This is the official title that Brother Wei bought in the county. Xie An, take the three of them and leave the Blood Ridge black market tonight. Tomorrow, go to the Demon Suppression Division in the county to register and confirm your official title. This way, Fang Baiyu won't dare to do anything to you."

The deed was folded very neatly and placed in a yellowed envelope sealed with red wax.

Xie An felt heavy.

Lin Yun said, "This official position was originally a way out that Brother Wei had prepared for himself, and he later gave it to me. He hoped that I would give up the Blood Ridge Black Market and not take the exam. However, I am a stubborn and conflicted person. If I gave up the Blood Ridge Black Market, I would never forgive myself. Even though I know that taking the exam will not change anything. But if I don't do it, I will never be at peace... So, I give you this contract."

Snapped.

Lin Yun patted Xie An's shoulder heavily, "Xie An, I actually admire you very much. I am now slowly understanding why Brother Wei valued you so much. He even gave you a precious medicine like Jing Jin Wan. When I first learned about it, I was actually a little unbalanced... But now I understand that Brother Wei was right.

I hope you're well, and that you can lead a good life with the three of them, and continue this bond of overcoming difficulties together. That way, even if the Blood Ridge black market disappears, it'll still be there, and I'll consider the Blood Ridge still there.

Also, if I die tomorrow at the examination grounds, that's my fate. You don't have to come collect my body. Just consider it my place to accompany A-Bao.

Alright, pack up and leave. Fang Baiyu is a ruthless man. If he takes over the Blood Ridge Black Market tomorrow, you will be in trouble. Leave now."

Lin Yun didn't want the atmosphere to be too heavy, so he laughed heartily, trying to cheer everyone up. But everyone could clearly see the redness in Lin Yun's eyes, so how could he be happy?

None of the four left.

In fact, Wang Xiang, Zhang Lin, Liang Zhi and the other three did want to leave. After all, this was indeed the best way.

Who doesn’t want to live?

But when they saw that Xie An was still sitting there motionless, they did not leave.

Lin Yun glared at them and scolded them with a smile, "Let's go. What are you doing?"

Xie An stood up, walked to the stove, wrapped the kettle in a wet towel, picked it up, and poured tea for Lin Yun.

Lin Yun thought Xie An was saying goodbye and nodded in agreement, "Pour the tea and leave."

Wow.

As the boiling water slid from the spout of the kettle into the teacup, fine splashes of hot water were created.

Xie An's heart also seemed to become hot.

After pouring the tea, Xie An said, "Brother Lin, I won't leave."

brush.

Lin Yun was shocked, then he noticed the determination in Xie An's eyes and immediately started cursing, "Are you crazy? Pack up your things and get out."

Xie An knew that Lin Yun was pretending to be fierce so that he could leave.

Speaking of which, Lin Yun is still a few years younger than himself, and with his little thoughts... Xie An could see through them at a glance.

"Brother Lin, I want to ask you to promise me something."

It turned out to be the case.

Lin Yun's expression softened. "As long as I, Lin Yun, can do it, I will definitely agree to it."

Xie An stood up and bowed to Lin Yun, saying, "I, Xie An, beg you, Brother Lin, to give up going on stage..."

Before Xie An could finish his words, Lin Yun excitedly refused, "Impossible. Big Brother Wei asked me to give up, but I refused. No matter how many times do you want me to tell you, I will never give up the Blood Ridge Black Market..."

Lin Yun suddenly stopped talking halfway because he heard the second half of Xie An's words.

"I'll take Brother Lin's place and go on stage to wield the sword!"

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