Water elemental became a god, ultimately becoming the master of heaven, earth, mountains, and rivers

Chapter 136: Terrifying Connections
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Third Master Owl's face twitched; he was starting to lose his composure.

The reason he chose Rongyuan Orphanage to adopt sons and daughters and gain a good reputation was also because Wuqing County was now a mixed bag of people, and other places that could gain prestige were basically backed by multiple forces that wanted a piece of the pie.

On the contrary, Rongyuan Orphanage was much cleaner and simpler because of Chen Shunan's protection, and there were no complicated interpersonal relationships or other forces behind it.

Although Chen Shunan has risen to fame, he is ultimately only a second-rate fighter.

You have to pick the softest persimmons.

Besides, in Owl Master's view, this was a win-win situation.

Chen Shunan doesn't have to do anything at all. He can save a lot of money and continue to earn a good reputation. All he has to do is give some children to him.

He doesn't believe that Chen Shunan is really a good person.
How could good people have reached the status we have today?
They died long ago!
Third Master Owl took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and forced a twisted smile.
"Perhaps Brother Chen has misunderstood. What I meant was that as long as I select a few orphans to take with me, I will cover the expenses of the orphanage in the future..."

"I said, no. You can't take anyone with you."

Chen Shunan spoke in a flat tone.

Third Master Owl never expected that Chen Shunan would be so disregard for the overall situation, damaging the harmony between the two sides in front of everyone.

His face darkened completely: "Brother Chen, why is this?"

"Because I am also an orphan without parents."

Owl Master looked confused.

Is this also a reason?
He was also an orphan. There are many orphans in Wuqing County, and there are countless orphans all over the world.

You're just a nobody, yet you're spouting this grand rhetoric about protecting orphans all over the world. Can you really protect them?

Third Master Owl couldn't understand it at all.

That's so stupid, so funny!
Seeing their Third Master being wronged, the group of fellow pot-pot makers were even more furious, gritting their teeth in anger.

These four gangs were known for their loyalty and camaraderie. They shared gold and silver by weight, exchanged clothes, and were all fiercely protective of each other. When it came to fighting, none of them hesitated.

Now that we've finally managed to reason with everyone, we've run into such an unreasonable person as Chen Shunan!

"Hey Chen, don't push your luck. Who do you think you are? My Third Master is trying to reason with you nicely, and you..."

Xiao Hai flew into a rage, leaped up from the stool, and drew his broadsword with a loud 'clang'.

"court death!"

Li Shicheng had long disliked the restless Xiao Hai.

Before he finished speaking, his figure moved as nimbly as a snake, taking a step forward and leaving a blur, instantly closing in on Xiao Hai's back.

Li Shicheng turned his arm and was surprised to see a wisp of condensed golden snake energy sweep across the sky, carrying a powerful palm force, and suddenly strike down!

"Patriarch Li has gone too far."

Owl Master's eyes flashed with sternness. He leaped forward, unleashing a powerful burst of true energy from his body, attacking Li Shicheng with the force of a mountain being pushed.

Having been repeatedly humiliated by Chen Shunan, Owl Master couldn't help but get a little angry at this last move.

Li Shicheng, you've just recovered from a serious illness. How much of your strength do you still possess?
Out of respect for you as a senior figure in the martial arts world, I address you as Patriarch Li.

If you're disrespectful, who do you think you are?
In this world, you ultimately have to rely on your strength. Even at your peak, Li Shicheng could only kill one thief.

With this move, Third Master Owl was already prepared to send Li Shicheng home to lie in bed for a few more months.

Let him know that Wuqing County is no longer the place where he once dominated.

Despite the malicious attack coming from the side, Li Shicheng remained calm, his feet firmly planted in the ground.

Beneath the long robe, his muscles rippled and undulated, as if dragons and snakes were moving within them. His life force, which had been dormant for many years, was rapidly revived at a speed far beyond what ordinary people could imagine.

Especially after suffering from insomnia and chronic illness for a long time, the mind showed signs of breaking through and establishing a new world after taking Ran Yi An Shen Shui.

It made Li Shicheng's blood and energy seem to come alive, becoming agile and spirited, as if he could control his own body.

He simply shrugged his shoulders, and the not-so-powerful Golden Serpent Force shot out of his body. In Owl Master's eyes, it seemed to transform into a ferocious fire serpent, crashing head-on towards him.

Rumble!
Third Master Owl took a few steps back, his palms tingling, his eyes filled with surprise and doubt.

Immediately afterwards, Li Shicheng slapped Xiao Hai's hand.

Stab it!

The palm print, carrying crimson light and a violent shockwave, fell without any hindrance.

The subtle palm strike was initially like a falling withered leaf, light as nothing. Xiao Hai felt a cold, damp mud stick to his back, and a chilling aura penetrated his clothes.

But then, an extremely sinister aura seeped in and spread.

Wherever it passed, the blood and qi instantly froze and stagnated, the meridians felt as if they were being torn apart by ice needles, and the fascia and bones emitted a slight 'sizzling' sound, as if they were being dissolved by an invisible force.

Xiao Hai's eyes suddenly bulged outwards, his pupils dilated rapidly, and he collapsed like a puppet with its strings cut, his fate unknown.

"Who do you think you are, daring to interrupt?"

Shi Cheng snorted and withdrew his hand. In a flash, he returned to Chen Shunan's side, calm and composed, as if he had only done something insignificant.

As Owl Master looked down at his trembling hands, and then at Li Shicheng's thin, frail figure, which looked as if a gust of wind could blow him over, a hint of disbelief flashed in his eyes.

What's going on with this old devil?

His willpower was so strong?

Should we still execute one thief?

Although Owl Master did not use his full strength in that move, and only exerted a little force in his haste, it was still far beyond what a skilled thief who had just recovered from a serious illness could withstand.

But surprisingly, Li Shicheng not only easily repelled his attack, but also injured his men right under his nose! "Alright."

Suddenly, Chen Shunan, who had been sitting to the side, said something indifferently.

"Matters of the underworld should be resolved according to the rules of the underworld. Brother Li has stepped forward for me, so you can consider this a victory. If Master Xiao is not satisfied, then let's draw up a line and have a duel. I can then ask the Wuqing Sticky Pole Office for a witness..."

Upon hearing this, Third Master Owl glanced at Li Shicheng and saw that his expression remained normal. He simply took a sip of tea, which clearly indicated that he tacitly approved of the matter and sided with Chen Shunan.

Third Master Owl's face was gloomy. Without saying a word, he suddenly flicked his sleeve and turned to leave.

"withdraw!"

Seeing this, the rest of the crew, who had collapsed to the ground like a puddle of mud, followed Owl Master away in a large, swarming mass.

"Wait a minute." Chen Shunan seemed to suddenly remember something and raised his voice, "Move this shed and the tables and chairs away too. I'm not going to take advantage of you like this."

"Oh, okay..."

The young men who were at the back immediately snapped out of their daze, dismantled the tea stall, and moved the armchairs away.

Watching the group of people walk away, Chen Shunan and Li Shicheng exchanged a glance and shook their heads slightly.

"Let's move the things inside."

After Chen Shunan gave the order, the members of Wanlong Rice Mill began to move the grain into the orphanage.

The two then slowly stepped inside.

……

As Owl Master walked to the end of the street, he suddenly stopped. The gloom on his face gradually faded, replaced by a shrewd and suspicious look.

He turned to the side, his gaze sweeping across the long street and landing on the still-open gate of the orphanage.

The courtyard was dappled with light and shadow, and one could vaguely see Chen Shunan surrounded by a group of teenagers.

What chilled him even more was that Li Shicheng, the patriarch of the Golden Serpent Li family, stood calmly beside Chen Shunan, even half a step behind, as if protecting him.

The suspicion on Owl Master's face deepened.

Strangely enough, Li Shicheng comes from an extraordinary family with a wealthy ancestor, and he himself is proud and arrogant. Even after being tormented by hidden injuries for many years, his proud and aloof nature has never diminished.

Why is it that today, for the sake of Chen Shunan, who only once gave him blessed water, he not only fought with him but also humbled himself so much?
"Could it be that Li Shicheng's improved condition has something to do with this Chen Shunan?"

A thought flashed through his mind like lightning, causing him to gasp inwardly.

Wow, what kind of methods does Chen Shunan have? He has Zhao Guangxi publicly expressed his support and tried his best to protect him, Li Shicheng stood by him, and he even saved Hong Junxian's life.

Oh, it seems that Lin Shouzhou of the gravel well also cares about Chen Shunan quite a bit and regards him as a brother.

So, it turns out that behind this Mr. Chen, there are actually four true masters.

What kind of connections do they have!

"Forget it, I misjudged them. They're not easy to deal with; I've run into a tough nut to crack... I'll just find another orphanage!"

Third Master Owl shook his head, suppressing his resentment and doubt, and left helplessly.

……

Inside the orphanage, the kitchen and small rooms were piled high with newly delivered rice, grains, oil, and salt, leaving almost no room to step.

Zhou Daquan was so excited that his lips trembled, and he kept wiping his hands on his clothes.

The female manager suddenly knelt down before Chen Shunan, tears streaming down her face, her voice choked with sobs.

"Master Chen, I have no way to repay your great kindness and virtue. All I can do is build a shrine for you, burn incense morning and evening, and offer a longevity tablet to pray for your good health and long life!"

Those three owl masters and pot-pot makers are not good people. How could they be so kind-hearted as to generously donate money to the orphanage?
The female manager is very perceptive; she's definitely going to exploit these children to the bone, making back double the money she's spent.

The female manager had been locked inside and could only hear faint conversations and sudden sounds of fighting outside.

The couple was terrified, filled with anxiety and regret.

How did this incident end up dragging Master Chen into it?!

Sin, oh sin! Even if we die and go to hell, it will be difficult to wash away the sins on our bodies!
So when they saw that Chen Shunan was completely unharmed and had even forced Owl Master and the others to retreat, the couple were extremely surprised.

For a moment, I really thought that Chen Shunan was a reincarnation of a god who had come here specifically to help people overcome their difficulties.

To everyone's surprise, Chen Shunan immediately became agitated upon hearing "establish a shrine for living people" and "set up memorial tablets," and quickly helped the female steward up, refusing the request.
"No! Don't stand on ceremony! I, Chen, can't accept that. You can just keep praising me in your hearts. I don't do these formalities!"

The Holy Dynasty has a big problem; the things worshipped in those temples and Taoist monasteries are probably some kind of evil spirit.

Chen Shunan did not want to openly and blatantly exploit the people for his own gain.

Now we can only sneak into the village, avoid firing shots, and develop our resources stealthily.

[Wish +2]

[Wish +3]

[Wish +4]

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[Wish +122]

Strands of invisible willpower gathered from everyone present.

Some children were helping to move grain, some were tending to the stove in the kitchen, and some were cleaning and tidying up.

(End of this chapter)