Starting with Taoist priests from Maoshan to cultivate immortality

"That's not right. Apprehending criminals is our law enforcement team's duty!"

Zhang Tao spoke eloquently, but secretly opened a hole in his shirt.

Song Yu understood immediately, and stuffed the two spirit stones into their respective pockets, smiling as he said:

"Only when everyone helps each other can we prosper and make money!"

"If it weren't for my two brothers giving me face, how could I have received the reward?"

Song Yu knew perfectly well that although Qingming Market was orderly, there was a set of unspoken rules behind the scenes, and all kinds of favors had to be given in a proper manner.

Otherwise, you will be gradually excluded and eventually find it difficult to move forward.

Just as he introduced Jiang Yu to Pang Datou, the referral fee was delivered to him in less than half an hour.

Jiang Yu, as a key figure in the operation, naturally also had a part in it.

Every link is essential for the system to function properly in the long run.

So, Song Yu changed the subject, pointing at Jiang Yu and praising him:

"Of course, all of this is thanks to this brother's intelligence, which enabled him to see through the swindler's trick and receive the reward."

He handed over the remaining spirit stones:

"You deserve this!"

Zhang Tao and the other person nodded in approval:

"This brother's wisdom is indeed extraordinary. A few days ago, the two of us came to check, but we couldn't see any clues."

Despite it being their first meeting, Jiang Yu's performance had left a deep impression on them.

Jiang Yu accepted the spirit stone and said modestly:

"You flatter me, everyone. I just guessed it by chance."

He took out the mystic magnetic stone that he had snatched from the big-headed cultivator:

"That scammer uses this to cheat people."

Deliver the mystical magnetic stone to Zhang Tao:

"I have some expertise in identifying materials for cultivating immortality, which is why I was able to see through his methods."

Although he really wanted it, he never considered secretly keeping it for himself.

The people present were all shrewd; they had already mentally divided up their share of the profits.

Moreover, Jiang Yu didn't have any powerful backing; he only got his share of the profits based on this bit of goodwill.

Only when everyone feels they are not at a disadvantage can everyone live in harmony.

If anyone dares to secretly embezzle it, they'll probably turn on you on the spot.

Zhang Tao and the others casually passed the Xuan Magnetic Stone around in their hands for a while, then lost interest.

Noticing this detail, he knew that the others were unaware of the effects of the mystic magnet.

"Perhaps we can trade with them to acquire it."

Jiang Yu thought for a moment and pleaded:

"Everyone, I wonder if we can use this 'Mystic Magnetic Stone' to offset the spirit stones as a reward?"

"I am a talisman master, which is perfect for creating talismans."

He explained:

"This mystic magnetic stone is worth about eighty low-grade spirit stones on the market. I'm willing to pay an extra thirty low-grade spirit stones to make up the difference!"

"Oh?" Zhang Tao, Song Yu and the other two's eyes lit up.

A professional who is proficient in any of the following areas—alchemy, array formations, talismans, or artifacts—would be highly regarded wherever they go.

Zhang Tao and the other two exchanged glances and nodded, then returned the Xuan Magnetic Stone to Jiang Yu.

Song Yu smiled and said:

"No need for the price difference, young man. When you use this to make talismans in the future, just sell us a few at a discount."

"Of course!" Jiang Yu agreed, cupping his hands in a gesture of respect.

"I'll definitely give you all a few copies next time we meet!"

Song Yu nodded and said:

"I absolutely trust your credibility. Just now, you listened to me and sold that beast meat with the third level of Qi Refining to Yu Xiang Kitchen."

"What kind of monster meat?"

Zhang Tao's eyes lit up immediately upon hearing about the food.

Seeing Zhang Tao's greedy expression, Song Yu deliberately showed off:

"A bear demon at the third level of Qi Refining, of superior quality, is rare."

Immediately, Zhang Tao's mouth watered, and he said eagerly:

"I need to hurry and reserve a good table at Yu Xiang Chu!"

But soon, his expression changed:

"Oh no, the boss has ordered me to meet at a restaurant outside the county at noon!"

"If we're late, we're doomed!"

"Then you're in big trouble!"

Upon hearing this name, Song Yuguang instinctively shrank back.

He bowed with his hands clasped in greeting:

"I must take my leave now, I have to go back and process the bear demon meat. Young brother, you are very generous, giving me a large piece of the hind leg."

Oops!

As soon as he finished speaking, Song Yu realized he had misspoke.

There was a gluttonous beast nearby, and it was waving a bone around the hungry dog's mouth.

"Goodbye!"

He pretended as if he hadn't said anything and turned to leave.

But it was still too late.

Zhang Tao's enormous belly pressed against Song Yu instantly, and he squinted and exclaimed:

"Brother Song, my dear brother!"

Song Yu almost threw up his dinner from the night before, and shoved his fat face away:

"Don't talk to me in such a disgusting tone, get out of here."

Zhang Tao continued in a sticky, incoherent manner:

"You're my good brother, what's wrong with calling me that?"

Song Yu strolled away, with Zhang Tao close behind.

It attracted the attention of passersby.

The pale-faced man nodded to Jiang Yu and his companion, then led the prisoners back to the county government office.

With everything resolved, Jiang Yu and Zhao Lei didn't linger and led the carriage toward the exit of Qingming Market.

The Heavenly Mandate Treasure Talisman appeared before Jiang Yu's eyes:

Daily Task [Do One Good Deed a Day]:

The task of punishing swindlers in the marketplace has been accomplished.

Reward received: Merit +1

Shortly after they left, the big-headed monk, covered in a black robe, hid behind a pillar to the left of the exit, looking wary.

If he gets caught, he's finished.

Fortunately, he was wearing a family heirloom soft armor, which protected him from the heavy blow. Although he was injured, he was still able to move.

He stared intently at Jiang Yu, who was leading the carriage:

"Damn it, you little bastard! Not only did you ruin my life, but I can't even show my face in public anymore!"

His deception methods have been exposed, and those he has fooled will surely come after him.

He grew angrier the more he thought about it:

"I'm in such a sorry state, while you're making a fortune. I'm going to find my brother 'Pi Si' to deal with you."

"As well-known thieves in the Qingmingfang area, they would definitely be interested in such a fat sheep."

On the right pillar, Fan Chizi glared at Jiang Yu with fury, gritting his teeth:

"You bastard, you've made me lose face!"

"But you'll be finished soon. I've contacted my cousin 'Fan Wu,' and they'll skin you alive."

"Ha ha!"

The two looked up and burst into laughter.

"Two lunatics!"

Passersby looked at the two people's strange behavior with strong contempt.

……

As soon as Zhao Lei stepped out of the Qingming Market gate, he felt uneasy:

"Brother Yu, letting that swindler run rampant is going to be a problem. Should we try to find him and kill him?"

Jiang Yu smiled slightly:

"Do you believe it or not, he's right behind us right now? And there's more than one group of him."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Lei's eyes widened and he said:

"Where did this other group of people come from?"

"Brother Yu, don't tell me you offended someone again during the half hour you spent at Xuanfuzhai."

Jiang Yu shook his head:

"No, he's the one who offended me!"

"?"

Zhao Lei was completely confused.

Although he didn't know the details, if there were two groups chasing them, they definitely wouldn't be a match for them.

Therefore, Zhao Lei advised:

"Then why don't we run away right now?"

"How about we stay in Qingming Market for the night? I'll send a message to my master to come and guarantee our safe passage."

Jiang Yu smiled mysteriously:

"No need, they have two groups, and we have two groups too."

Zhao Lei's doubts deepened, and he stared wide-eyed.

"Brother Yu, are you crazy or am I crazy?"

Jiang Yu's lips curled up:

You'll find out soon enough!

……