Starting with the Corpse-Eating Worm, he worked his way up to become the Left-Winged Immortal Lord.

However, this matter really gave Li Huo a headache.

This morning, his son Li Huosheng sent someone to deliver the news that Chen Ye was dead and that Cheng Xiu had been sent to guard Dongping Town.

This was undoubtedly a bolt from the blue.

The powerful backer is dead.

Lu Xingzhi also took over Wufeng Temple.

How can the Li family expect to have a good future?

How could his own son, Li Huosheng, possibly fare well?

So as soon as this happened, he quickly summoned Ning Zhi and Chen Zhan's father.

The three had just started discussing their strategy when they heard that Li Feng had come to the Ghost Market and Li Lin had excitedly led his men away from the Ghost Hall. He immediately realized that something was wrong.

The fact that Li Feng came in person and that Li Lin was so happy must be related to the Yin Soul Leaf and the Heart-Eating Grass.

"They've started attacking us."

Li Huo frowned deeply.

Chen's father and Ning's father, who were standing to the side, also changed their expressions.

"Is Lu Xingzhi planning to remove your position as the manager of the Ghost Market?"

"Wouldn't that mean our three families' businesses, which have been operating in the Ghost Market and Changping County for so many years, would be in big trouble?"

Li Huo remained silent.

The room suddenly fell into a deathly silence.

He wanted to say something.

But when the words reached his lips, he couldn't utter a single one.

Seeing that the atmosphere was getting increasingly awkward, Li Huo had no choice but to bite the bullet and speak.

"Don't panic. First, try to find out what's going on, at least to stabilize the situation regarding the Yin Soul Leaf and the Heart-Eating Grass. This is the foundation for our three families to make a living in Changping County and the Ghost Market. We can't afford to lose this!"

I have always believed that there are no eternal enemies, only eternal interests. Chen Ye is dead, but Vice Abbot Wei is still here. If Lu Xingzhi doesn't want us to side with Vice Abbot Wei and wants to control Changping County, he must accept us!

Then, have someone discreetly keep an eye on Li Lin to see what he'll do... This is crucial!

"I'll go right away."

"I'll go too."

Chen's father and Ning's father dared not linger and left in a hurry.

Li Huo was left alone in the room, falling into a long silence.

boom--

The teacup in Li Huo's hand suddenly shattered with a sound.

"After so many years of stability, how could such an accident suddenly happen... Sigh... The Li family will probably be severely damaged this time, if not completely wiped out..."

……

It was noon in the blink of an eye.

Just as Mrs. Gu finished preparing lunch, Mr. Gu hurriedly returned from outside.

"Did you find out anything?" Mrs. Gu asked anxiously.

Early this morning, the county government suddenly conscripted a large number of able-bodied men and added many yamen runners and archers to the city gate, giving the impression that a storm was brewing. In addition, having heard that Wufeng Temple was also in turmoil, Gu's father went out early this morning to visit friends and gather information.

of course.

After Gu Qing sent someone to deliver the news that the apprenticeship banquet had been postponed, Gu's father wanted to go to Wufeng Temple.

But things are very chaotic outside right now. Many of the miscellaneous and unorthodox schools have died, and even Gu Family Village has been wiped out. Going out now would probably only cause trouble for Gu Qing.

So after much thought, Gu's father decided to stay in Changping County and not go anywhere else, waiting for Gu Qing to return before making any decisions.

"We didn't find out anything, we only heard that so-and-so was killed and so-and-so defected to the Heavenly Principle Sect."

Mr. Gu shook his head helplessly.

Madam Gu's expression changed slightly, but she did not show any fear. Instead, she set out the bowls and chopsticks, saying, "Husband, have something to eat first... No matter what, let's find a way to make a living. Otherwise, we won't be able to help Gu Qing in the future, and we'll only hold him back."

"Uh-huh."

Gu's father nodded.

After picking up the bowl and chopsticks, Father Gu continued, "I've thought about this carefully these past few days. Why not go back to our old business of preparing and selling the blood of five kinds of animals? We're the only ones who have that recipe. Right now, everyone in the miscellaneous and unorthodox sects is in danger and thinking about improving their cultivation. It's the perfect opportunity to sell the blood of five kinds of animals."

"But mixing the blood of the five sacrificial animals will be corroded by the evil energy. How can your body withstand that?" Mother Gu quickly dissuaded her.

Just then, a powerful aura emanated from outside the bamboo fence of the courtyard.

Qi Refining Level 3!

Gu's father and mother looked up at the same time, their eyes filled with suspicion.

Li Lin led a few people over quickly, and when he saw Gu's father and mother looking over, he quickly raised his hands and clasped his hands in a salute.

This also drew the attention of the surrounding neighbors.

When the miscellaneous scholars and those working outside the gate saw that it was Li Lin, they all came out of the house to pay their respects.

"Manager Li."

"Manager Li, what brings you here?"

Mr. and Mrs. Gu frowned and recognized the person who had come.

After all, Changping County is only so big.

"Manager Li."

The two stood up and bowed.

Li Lin, looking flustered, quickly pushed open the door and entered, saying, "Fellow Daoist Gu, please don't be so polite. We're all friends."

Upon hearing the word "friends," the servants outside the house paused, their expressions shifting dramatically as they looked at Mr. and Mrs. Gu.

Mr. and Mrs. Gu couldn't help but look at each other in bewilderment.

The word "friend" is not to be taken lightly.

They might not be able to handle it!

Father Gu asked warily, "Manager Li, what brings you here today?"

"Fellow Daoist Gu, there's no need to be nervous. I remember you used to be able to prepare the blood of five kinds of animals. There are a few vacant shops in the Ghost Market, so I'd like to invite you over. Don't worry, the shops are free. Just set up and open for business."

This house deed and land deed are also a gift for Fellow Daoist Gu; we will not allow Fellow Daoist Gu to use the five sacrificial animals and their blood for nothing.

Li Lin did not send anything directly.

Because sending it directly would be a very foolish thing to do.

What he wants is for Gu's parents to join him and become one of his own.

Upon hearing this...

Both of Gu's parents were no longer on guard.

"But this gift is too generous." Although he said this, Gu's father was overjoyed.

If one could open a shop in the Ghost Market, the supply of sacrificial animals and blood would surely exceed the demand.

Now that Gu Qing has become Lu Xingzhi's disciple, his father, even at the cost of his life, must find a way to help Gu Qing improve his cultivation. Although there is a price to pay for concocting the blood of the five sacrificial animals, he has always believed that one must pay a price to reap a reward.

Upon seeing this, Li Lin couldn't help but feel delighted.

Become!

But just as he was about to present the house deed, land deed, and lease agreement for the ghost market shop, Mother Gu suddenly spoke up.

"The head of the household."

These three words immediately caused Mr. Gu's smile to freeze, and his heart gradually calmed down.

Yes.

I didn't look for it before.

Why look for it at this particular time?

Moreover, even if it's about preparing the blood of five sacrificial animals, why would such a lavish gift be necessary?

It seems most likely they're here to curry favor with their son, Gu Qing.

That's how it is.

Then he, as the father, absolutely cannot accept it.

If this person needs something from his son, he can't hold his son back or make things difficult for him.

"Manager Li, you shouldn't accept something for nothing. Please take the things back. If you need the five kinds of sacrificial animals and blood, I will do my best to provide them for you." Father Gu raised his hand in a salute, not daring to speak too decisively, lest he bring hostility upon his son.

Upon hearing this...

Li Lin's smile froze instantly.

"This..." Left with no other choice, Li Lin could only change his words, "Actually, my elder brother Li Feng is also from the medicine hall and is quite familiar with your son. Now that Daoist Gu has just been entrusted with an important task by Manager Lu, he has helped us with a major matter, so this is a gift of thanks from my brother and me. We were afraid that Daoist Gu would not dare to accept it, so we made up an excuse."

Upon hearing this, Mr. and Mrs. Gu exchanged a glance, their hearts filled with shock.

Has my son's status at the pharmacy been elevated again?

Looking away, Mr. Gu quickly refused, "If it's a thank-you gift, then I absolutely cannot accept it."

"Master Gu, my brothers and I have prepared another generous gift; this one is for you." Li Lin was a little anxious for a moment.

Why can't I even give gifts?

……

Just as Li Lin was struggling with Gu's father, Gu Qing, who was in the shady area behind the mountain, had finished counting Chen Ye's storage bags.

The hidden goods truly surprised Gu Qing.

"How could someone be this rich?"

Gu Qing couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.