In this bizarre world, I can extract supernatural powers.

Xu Bai was slightly taken aback, then got up and left the room.

Zhao Erniu had already opened the door and was taking the wine and dishes from Xia Qinghan.

"Erniu, those dark circles under your eyes, haven't you been getting enough rest lately?"

As Xia Qinghan handed over the food and drinks, he said, "Don't worry, that strange thing is gone and won't come looking for you again."

Zhao Erniu's eyes widened: "Young Master Xia also knows about Master Liu's matter?"

Xia Qinghan chuckled: "I'm a genius at the academy. You'll know if you ask around. Old Xu is famous."

While the two were talking, Xia Qinghan noticed that Xu Bai had gone out and waved and called out to him.

Xu Bai glanced at the wine and meat, and chuckled.

"And it doesn't bring cooked food."

Every time Xia Qinghan came to the coffin shop, he would bring some raw food and ask Zhao Erniu to prepare it.

Zhao Erniu had no objection, since he could get a meal out of it.

Xia Qinghan's eyes darted around slightly: "Cooked food is so expensive. The academy only gives me this little bit of money a month, how can it be enough for my expenses?"

All the students of the academy are future candidates for the imperial court, and therefore all receive a salary.

However, Xia Qinghan's appearance at this moment was completely different from that at the academy.

In Xia Qinghan's words, as a scholar in the academy, he naturally had to be particular about certain things.

When you come to Lao Xu's place, he's just an ordinary person, and he doesn't hide his true nature.

Zhao Erniu carried the wine and dishes and went to the kitchen in the backyard by himself.

Xu Bai, sitting in a recliner, asked, "You just said... I'm famous?"

Xia Qinghan moved a square stool over and sat down next to Xu Bai, putting one hand on Xu Bai's shoulder.

"He reversed the course of the battle against the Heavenly Heart Sect elders single-handedly."

"Old Xu, are you really that strong?"

Xu Bai frowned slightly: "Who spread the word?"

Xia Qinghan laughed and said, "Who else could it be? It must have come from the government office. The academy teacher said it was spread by a constable surnamed Zhao."

Upon hearing this, Xia Qinghan suddenly noticed that Xu Bai's expression was off.

After a moment's thought, he pondered and said...

"Do you have a grudge against me?"

"Yes, he spread your fame, which seems to enhance your reputation, but it also puts you out in the cold."

Xia Qinghan had previously thought that Xu Bai had done it on purpose, but now it seems that was not the case.

Xu Bai shook his head and said, "It's nothing. It's not easy for us brothers to meet, let's not talk about these things."

Despite saying that, Xu Bai had already made up his mind.

This person must harbor resentment towards him; we need to find an opportunity to get rid of him.

However, since Officer Zhao is a government official, he still needs to find an opportunity.

Having entered this circle and seen even greater things, Xu Bai has already adjusted his mindset.

Anything that is detrimental to him is evil and can be eliminated.

Knowing Xu Bai's personality, Xia Qinghan nodded and said, "If you need my help, feel free to contact me anytime."

Xu Bai joked, "What if I wanted to kill him?"

Xia Qinghan shrugged: "We're brothers. If my brother wants to kill someone, I'll kill them too."

Xu Bai patted Xia Qinghan on the shoulder: "Not for now."

The reason he was able to get together with Xia Qinghan was because of Xia Qinghan's personality.

After all, in Feng County, Xia Qinghan was the only person who treated him the best.

The meal was prepared quickly.

Zhao Erniu was very shrewd. He took a bowl, filled it to the brim, and left, giving the two of them some space.

Xia Qinghan poured Xu Bai a glass of wine and clinked glasses with him.

Feng County doesn't have any good wine, and even if it did, Xia Qinghan couldn't afford it with his current salary.

Xia Qinghan tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp, then smacked his lips: "Once I'm in the country, my salary will be higher. I'll buy something better next time."

Xu Bai picked up the wine pot, filled it with wine, and said, "We're both rough men. Drinking is all about the atmosphere; it doesn't matter whether it's good or bad."

Xia Qinghan chuckled, then suddenly remembered something, slapped his forehead, and said, "Old Xu, the poetry boat will pass through Feng County next month. Shall we go and join in the fun?"

Xu Bai picked up a piece of food and said, "I don't like that kind of food."

Poetry boats are a unique feature of the Great Qian Kingdom, and there are many of them in the Great Qian Kingdom.

It sounds very elegant from the name, but it was actually a brothel.

The only difference is that this brothel is located on a boat.

Xia Qinghan scratched his head: "Just come with me. A scholar feels something is missing if he doesn't visit brothels."

"The prime minister of the Great Qian Kingdom in his early years also frequented brothels and even formed an extraordinary romance with a courtesan."

Xu Bai said helplessly, "Sometimes I really feel that you're just using the name of a scholar to do things you like."

Xia Qinghan did not deny it: "Life is about doing what you love, otherwise it would be too boring."

Xu Bai thought for a moment, then nodded and said, "Okay, I'll go with you when I have time."

The two clinked glasses again.

Xu Bai put down his wine glass, thought for a moment, and then asked, "Old Xia, do you know of any other strange news?"

He has now reached the third stage of the Transcendent Realm.

Besides the strange objects, the strange longevity is also a rare thing.

If he can't find anything strange, his strength will stagnate.

Now he is surrounded by danger, not only from the Tianxin Sect, but also from Constable Zhao who is eyeing him covetously.

Improving our capabilities is of utmost urgency.

Xia Qinghan frowned and said, "Old Xu, why are you suddenly so interested in strange things? Those things are very eerie, so don't touch them carelessly."

Xu Bai shook his head and said, "I have my own ideas."

Xia Qinghan only offered a word of advice and did not continue.

If he is fixated on something, Xu Bai will respect his opinion.

If it were him, he would naturally do the same.

As brothers, respect is also essential.

"The academy does not specifically collect strange news."

Xia Qinghan shook his head and said, "Therefore, I also have no information related to the supernatural."

Xu Bai pondered for a moment and said, "If that's the case, then forget it."

He didn't have high hopes to begin with. After all, the academy was for studying, and those scholars were focused on passing the imperial examinations every day. How could it possibly be a place to get rid of any strange things?

Seeing Xu Bai's disappointed expression, Xia Qinghan's lips suddenly curled up.

Xu Bai immediately noticed Xia Qinghan's expression, put the wine glass to his lips, and took a small sip.

He didn't say anything, he just kept drinking.

Xia Qinghan leaned closer, looking utterly smug: "Go ahead and ask me! Ask me again!"

Xu Bai put down his wine glass: "Say it or not, next time I'll have Erniu put some croton seeds in the dishes he makes for you."

Based on his understanding of Xia Qinghan, this guy was just teasing him.

But given Xia Qinghan's personality, let alone keeping you in suspense, you might even find yourself being teased in return.

As expected, Xia Qinghan's expression immediately became conflicted, as if he had been constipated for many days.

After a long while, Xia Qinghan put his hand to his forehead and said helplessly.

"I just can't do anything with you."

He paused briefly before continuing.

"Actually, if you want some strange news, there might be a pawnshop in the north of Feng County."

pawnshop?

Xu Bai frowned and said, "How could a pawnshop have such strange news?"

Xia Qinghan's lips curled up, revealing a mysterious smile.

"It appears to be a pawnshop, but it's actually a hideout for ghost hunters."