A person sacrifices himself to become a saint in a chaotic world of martial arts.

As Luo Yonghu's head rolled off, his body fell to the ground.

The room fell silent.

Seeing their leader beheaded, the last vestiges of the Tiger Gang's spirit crumbled.

Someone shouted, and the remaining gang members immediately fled in disarray like a receding tide, abandoning their weapons on the ground.

The morale of the officers and soldiers of the Zhenfu Division soared, and they shouted and yelled as they pressed their advantage. Amidst the flashing of swords, screams of agony filled the air.

Chen Hu and the old wolf, their eyes bloodshot, still fought like cornered beasts, but the tide had turned against them.

Surrounded by several constables, they were hacked to pieces and quickly turned into bloody messes, falling to the ground one after another and dying.

Thus ended the commotion that had lasted half the night at the Tiger Gang's headquarters.

The commotion gradually subsided, leaving only heavy breathing and the groans of the wounded.

And the thick, pungent smell of blood permeated the night sky.

"Huff...huff...thank you so much, Brother Su. That Tiger Luo...is finally dead."

Li Chatou, leaning on his knife and panting heavily, walked to Su Bai's side.

His face was splattered with blood, his forehead was soaked with sweat, and the look in his eyes as he looked at Su Bai was not completely fading from shock, but replaced by a complex inquiry.

When did Su Bai acquire such ruthless methods?

In just a few strokes, he beheaded Luo Yonghu, who was fighting back desperately!

"Officer Li, you're too kind." Su Bai flicked his wrist, shaking off the blood droplets on the blade, and sheathed his sword. His expression remained calm and composed. "It was all thanks to Officer Li's all-out effort in dealing with Luo Yonghu earlier that Luo Yonghu had exhausted most of his strength. I was merely lucky enough to seize the opportunity to deliver the final blow."

He spoke these words with righteous indignation, as if they were the absolute truth.

Upon hearing this, Officer Li's facial muscles relaxed, and he forced a knowing smile.

He quickly took a few steps closer, lowered his voice, and affectionately patted Su Bai's arm:

"Haha, Brother Su, you're too kind! If it weren't for your timely arrival and saving the day tonight, I, Old Li, would probably be dead here!"

"No need for thanks, if you ever need anything in the future, just let me know! Forget about taxis or anything like that, don't be so formal! Just call me Old Li, that's all!"

"Good!" Su Bai readily agreed, laughing heartily. His voice was exceptionally clear in the now quiet courtyard. "Then congratulations, Old Li, for making the greatest contribution! Tonight, with our combined efforts, we killed the bandit leader Luo Yonghu, wiping out the Fierce Tiger Gang that plagued Nancheng in one fell swoop!"

Their eyes met, and they both burst into laughter, everything understood without a word.

What followed was a natural progression.

The constables lit more torches, illuminating the Tiger Gang's encampment as bright as day, and began to search, count, and seal the boxes meticulously, like combing through a fine brush.

Boxes of gold, silver, antiques, land deeds, and account books were carried out, sealed, and escorted back to the Zhenfusi Treasury by special personnel.

Meanwhile, good news also came from the encirclement and suppression operation in the Yangtianjing area far north of the city:

The remaining members of the Fierce Tiger Gang scattered there were all captured in one fell swoop, with no one escaping.

Thus, the infamous Tiger Gang, which had dominated the southern part of the county town for many years, was completely wiped out overnight.

The news spread like wildfire, quickly reaching every corner of the county.

Especially in the southern part of the city, there are gangs like the Iron Sand Gang, the Money Gang, and the Strength Gang...

Upon hearing the news, the leaders of various gangs were all terrified and sent out their most astute informants to find out the inside story at any cost.

Why did the Zhenfu Division suddenly take such drastic measures against the Fierce Tiger Gang?

Will this fire burn down on my head next?

Through extensive inquiries and numerous bribes, a piece of news that shocked, enlightened, and chilled all the gang leaders gradually became clear.

It turns out that the root cause of the Tiger Gang's annihilation was simply that they had unintentionally offended someone.

Su Bai, a newly appointed temporary official.

As usual, the Fierce Tiger Gang simply gave this seemingly rootless newcomer a casual "reprimand."

But to everyone's surprise, this person was actually favored by the Chief Constable.

Not only was he quickly promoted to a permanent position, but there are also rumors that he will soon be promoted to a taxi driver position!

This isn't just kicking a hornet's nest; it's practically crashing into the guillotine of the King of Hell!

Some people had vaguely heard rumors that the Fierce Tiger Gang had knelt down and begged for mercy, offering lavish gifts.

But that constable Su Bai left no room for negotiation whatsoever.

When they said they would wipe them out, they really did leave no one alive.

For a time, all the gangs in the southern city were on edge, and they developed a deep fear of the name "Su Bai".

Inside the Southern Garrison Office, in the back hall.

Xing Huai'an stood by the window with his hands behind his back. The morning light shone through the windowpane, casting interplay of light and shadow on his ever-changing face.

Listening to his trusted subordinates' detailed report on the events of the previous night and the ensuing turmoil, he remained silent for a long time, only his fingers unconsciously twitching behind his back.

After a long while, he slowly exhaled a breath of stale air, his voice carrying a barely perceptible dryness and confusion:

"What is so special about this Su Bai that makes the Chief Constable so fond of him? Not only was he promoted beyond his usual ranks, but he even provided the resources needed for his breakthrough..."

He shook his head, swallowing the rest of his words, his eyes gleaming.

"It seems the position of police officer is already in his grasp. Was last night's incident truly just a matter of settling a personal grudge? Or... was it all a meticulously planned act, a way to pave his way for promotion by stepping on the corpses of the Fierce Tiger Gang... a move to establish his authority?"

Xing Huai'an squinted his eyes.

Oh well, since things have come to this.

He should sell it to someone who can make a good impression.

He reported the matter and suggested that Su Bai become a taxi driver.

......

The next day, at dawn.

The heavy black lacquered gates of the Zhenfu Division slowly opened in the morning mist, revealing the bluestone-paved path and the solemn eaves of the hall inside.

Su Bai, dressed in a dark blue constable's uniform, strolled in.

His clothes, washed crisply, accentuated his upright posture and steady gait.

He was a completely different person from when he fought a bloody battle last night.

Almost the instant I stepped through the door, a kind of "enthusiasm" that was completely different from usual rushed towards me.

There were already many early-arriving servants in the courtyard, some wiping their weapons, some talking in hushed tones, and some hurrying past the corridor.

No matter what they were doing, as soon as their eyes fell on Su Bai's back, their movements would involuntarily stop, and smiles, whether sincere or deliberate, would quickly appear on their faces.

"Good morning, Constable Su!"

"Officer Su, you've arrived!"

"Hello, Constable Su!"

"..."

Greetings rose and fell in waves, their tones warm and friendly.

Some people clasped their hands in greeting from afar, while others took a few steps closer, their faces bearing almost fawning smiles, trying to get more attention from Su Bai.

Behind those smiles lay fear, inquiry, calculation, and, more importantly, a direct sense of the impending shift in "strength" and "power."

Su Bai's expression remained calm, neither overly indifferent nor smug. He simply nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the familiar and unfamiliar faces. Without pausing, his robes fluttered, creating a gentle breeze, as he walked straight toward the high platform where the roll call was to take place.