Three punches shattered the demonic soul, young hero, I'm an honest man!

Pei Yun seemed oblivious to the other person's sudden change in expression and continued speaking.

"That medicine valley may not have much else, but it has grown quite a lot of Purple Jade Resurrection Grass."

"Although the vintage is a bit off, the quantity is large, so it can still be used to some extent."

"What a pity..."

Pei Yun changed the subject, his tone becoming somewhat playful.

"This Protector Li from the Seven Killings Hall has a rather bad temper."

"What if he burns down the herb valley, or if he's too rough when gathering herbs and ruins them?"

"Elder Qingfeng's injuries are probably..."

Zhang Song's breathing suddenly became rapid, and his fingers, which were holding the sword tassel, trembled slightly.

He stared intently at Pei Yun, his eyes filled with suspicion and uncertainty.

This young man not only knew the sect's secrets, but also revealed the true purpose of his trip in a single sentence!

It wasn't entirely for the sake of the sect's reputation, but also for the life-saving medicinal herbs!

Li Li was also stunned.

Although he couldn't understand the specifics of Pei Yun's words, he could still see Zhang Song's loss of composure.

This pretty boy seems to have some skills.

Qin Yu was completely dumbfounded.

He only knew that Pei Yun was good at solving cases, but he didn't expect him to be so knowledgeable about the secrets of martial arts sects.

"you……"

Zhang Song's voice was somewhat hoarse.

Pei Yun finally turned her gaze away from the rain scene and looked at Zhang Song, her face still bearing that harmless smile.

"Master Zhang, is saving face more important, or substance?"

"Are the rules of the martial world more important, or the life of one's own master?"

He extended a finger and gently tapped the pillar.

"The Four Seas Chamber of Commerce is willing to provide a sum of money to compensate your sect for the cost of medicine for the injured disciple, which is a way to save face for your sect."

"As for the Medicine Valley, we can have the Seven Kill Hall harvest a batch first."

"Your sect can retrieve the rest; it should be enough to treat Elder Qingfeng."

"Harmony brings wealth, right?"

"Boss Qin, what do you think?"

Pei Yun looked at Qin Yu.

Qin Yu nodded repeatedly: "No problem! As long as Master Zhang is willing, our Sihai Chamber of Commerce will definitely do our best!"

Pei Yun's gaze was calm, yet it seemed to see right through people's hearts.

Zhang Song fell silent.

Pei Yun's proposed solution wasn't perfect, but it was certainly the best option at the moment.

They managed to save some of their face while also obtaining the life-saving herbs.

Most importantly, the young man in front of him gave him a feeling of unfathomable depth.

That intelligence capability is terrifying!

It was as if the Clear Water Sword Sect was completely naked before him, with no secrets whatsoever.

Making an enemy of such a person is by no means a wise move.

Moreover, the other party even offered a way out.

If we keep arguing, who knows what else he might reveal?

After weighing the pros and cons, Zhang Song took a deep breath.

He slowly stood up, cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Pei Yun, and his voice was still somewhat stiff.

"Young Master Pei's suggestion...I can consider it."

He paused, then said, "But the Seven Killings Hall acts ruthlessly, and I don't trust them to keep their promises."

Pei Yun smiled.

"No need for you to trouble yourself with that, Master Zhang."

His words were brief, yet carried a subtle arrogance.

Zhang Song glanced at Pei Yun, then at the murderous-looking Li Li beside him, and finally nodded.

"Very well! This humble Taoist will trust Young Master Pei this once!"

Inside the pavilion, the atmosphere eased slightly due to Zhang Song's concession.

Qin Yu secretly wiped away his sweat, feeling a little more at ease.

The look in his eyes as he looked at Pei Yun now held a hint of awe.

This Commander Pei, though young, is truly shrewd and experienced.

The old-fashioned Qingshui Sword Sect members, who valued rules so much, were easily subdued and their lifelines were taken in with just a few words.

only……

Qin Yu's gaze involuntarily drifted towards that ruthless star, Li Li of the Seven Killings Hall.

This plague god is not one to reason with.

really.

Li Li grinned, revealing his yellow teeth, and chuckled strangely, breaking the brief silence.

"Interesting, fucking interesting."

He stood up and twisted his neck.

The joints made a "crackling" sound.

A fierce and violent aura spread out as if it were a tangible force, shattering the atmosphere that had just eased.

The rain pattered on the banana leaves, and the sound seemed to become more rapid.

"Those cowards from the Clear Water Sword Sect were intimidated by just a few words from you."

Li Li looked Pei Yun up and down with a playful gaze, his contempt undisguised.

"But kid, you think that's all?"

"This old stubborn fellow is easy to deal with, but I'm not so easy to talk to!"

He slammed his hand on the stone table, making the teacup jump.

"I'm taking Medicine Valley!"

"Anyone who dares to stop me, I'll chop off their claws!"

Pei Yun turned around and finally looked directly at Li Li.

Arrogant, domineering, and treating human life as worthless.

This is the style of operation of the Seven Killings Hall.

Pei Yun, however, acted as if nothing had happened.

He remained as lazy as ever, as if the other party's threat was nothing more than a passing breeze.

"Protector Li".

Pei Yun spoke slowly.

"Having such a fiery temper can easily harm your health."

Pei Yun paused, as if he had suddenly remembered something.

"Speaking of which, the batch of black iron concentrate that the Grand Canal transport office lost in Tongzhou a few days ago..."

"It seems it eventually appeared in a black market channel controlled by the Seven Killings Hall?"

"I heard that several officials in charge of the canal transport died because of this shipment?"

Upon hearing this, the sinister smile on Li Li's face froze instantly!

His pupils contracted sharply, and he stared intently at Pei Yun, his eyes seeming as if he wanted to devour Pei Yun alive!

The theft of ore during the canal transport was done in an extremely secretive manner, and only a few high-ranking members of the Seven Kill Hall knew about it!

How did this kid know?!

And she knows all this so clearly?!

Zhang Song and his disciples behind him also looked surprised.

They thought it was just a normal territorial dispute in the martial arts world, but they never expected that the Seven Kill Hall was involved in such a major case!

Black iron concentrate?

Officials in charge of grain transport?

Just who exactly is this Young Master Pei?

How do you even know such a secret?

"Nonsense!"

Li Li reacted extremely quickly. After a brief moment of shock, he immediately shouted a rebuke, trying to cover up his inner panic.

"Where did you hear this rumor? Trying to scam me with this?"

He roared, his voice filled with bluster but his heart was filled with fear.

"Kid, don't think you can scare my Seven Kill Hall just because you know some nonsense!"

"Let me tell you, I'm taking this Medicine Valley today! No one can stop me!"

Li Li tried to cover up his guilty conscience by adopting a more ruthless attitude.

In his view, the other party was at most well-informed and perhaps had some powerful backing.

But in the capital, the Seven Kill Hall is no pushover!

If it really comes down to a fight, who's afraid of whom?

Pei Yun smiled noncommittally, but his eyes gradually turned cold.

"I never intended to make you back down with just words."

Pei Yun's gaze swept over Li Li and the Seven Kill Hall members behind him.

His gaze was calm, yet it carried a knowing understanding that saw through everything.

"I've heard about the Seven Killings Hall's practices."

"Bullying the weak and fearing the strong, fickle and unpredictable."

"Even if they reluctantly agree today, they'll renege on their promise tomorrow and stab you in the back—this isn't the first or second time they've done it."

Li Li's expression changed slightly, and the unease in his heart grew stronger.

The way they said it was as if they had stripped the Seven Kills Hall bare!

Just as Li Li was racking his brains, trying to figure out the other party's background.

Pei Yun casually raised his hand and straightened the sleeves of his blue robe.

His movements were slow, even somewhat careless.

As the sleeves fluttered, a corner of the object hanging at the waist was inadvertently revealed.

It was a token made of black iron.

The edges are inlaid with dark gold patterns, and two ancient seal characters are engraved in the center.

One hundred households!

Below the token, dark gold tassels swayed slightly.

The Great Victory Immortal Dynasty, the Northern Garrison Command, the Embroidered Uniform Guard Hundred-Household Waist Badge!