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"Old Zhou, what's wrong?"

Zhou An had followed him for decades, ever since he was a bodyguard who traveled alone. They had been through thick and thin together, and had seen all sorts of storms and waves.

What could elicit such an expression from Zhou An was definitely no small matter.

"Where's Ping'er? Did he disobey you again and cause a big mess?"

When thinking about important matters, Bao Tian's first thought was of his proud and arrogant son.

Because of a physical injury he suffered in his early years, Bao Ping was his only son.

Fortunately, he was lucky. Although he only had one son, his martial arts talent was extremely high.

It's a certainty that he will surpass him in the future.

The only problem is that this child doesn't like to study and has high aspirations.

Sometimes they just cause trouble for themselves.

Fortunately, he, as the father, has some ability, and he can handle most of the usual troubles.

"Master..."

Upon seeing Bao Tian, ​​Zhou An's lips trembled slightly. After hesitating for a long time, he finally spoke slowly: "Young Master, something has happened to the Young Master..."

Bao Tian's expression changed drastically.

problem occurs?

What could possibly happen?

Although Bao Ping has some shortcomings, his talent and strength are undeniable.

With his cultivation at the late stage of Qi Condensation Realm, as long as he doesn't get involved with that elusive and ruthless executioner from the Demon Slayer Division, even if he offends the Lei and Mei families, or even the Chief Constable, they won't be in any trouble because of him!

Explain yourself!

Bao Tian's voice was low and deep.

Zhou An trembled and quickly recounted the whole story.

From Su Wanqing's murder to Bao Ping's promise to Su Hai to avenge him and set a trap, and then to Mu Yang's counterattack and killing of Bao Ping in Su Family Village.

Explain everything in detail.

Bao Tian stood there, his face turning from rosy to ashen, then from ashen to pale, finally settling into a deathly silence and gloom.

The atmosphere in the study was like the eve of a storm, so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.

"Mu Yang..."

Bao Tian murmured softly, his voice eerily calm.

He didn't roar, he didn't howl, he didn't even throw things to vent his anger.

But Zhou An felt a chill run down his back.

He had followed Bao Tian for decades and knew his temperament all too well.

Extreme anger turned into calm.

"Is the Lei family supporting him?"

After a long silence, Bao Tian spoke.

"Yes... Lei Jiaojiao from the Lei family personally came forward to warn the Eight Directions Chamber of Commerce and also sent someone to the escort agency to deliver a message," Zhou An said cautiously.

"The Lei family..."

Bao Tian closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

The Lei family is one of the two major families in Qinghe County, and its patriarch is a veteran mid-stage fifth-order Meridian Opening Realm expert, whose strength far surpasses his.

He won't gain any advantage in a head-on confrontation.

Moreover, the Lei family has the Mei family behind them; the two families have been intermarried for generations and are closely related.

Offending one family means offending two.

"What a fine example of Mu Yang, what a fine example of the Lei family..."

Bao Tian opened his eyes, a cold glint flashing in them.

But he couldn't afford to offend the Lei family, let alone a mere captain of the Demon Slayer Division.

"Old Zhou, go investigate. I need to know everything Mu Yang does when he leaves the city next time!"

"Yes, sir!"

Zhou An bowed and withdrew.

Bao Tian turned around and looked towards the horizon.

The moonlight was dim, the clouds were thick and heavy, and the atmosphere was oppressive, as if a heavy rain was imminent.

"Ping'er, your father will avenge you, no matter what."

..................

The next day, early in the morning.

As dawn broke, Mu Yang got up to wash and dress, still wearing his Demon Slayer uniform.

This clothing is of excellent quality and very comfortable to wear.

"What are we doing today?"

Mu Yang stood in the courtyard and looked up at the sky.

It was still early, the morning mist had not yet dissipated, and there was a slight chill in the air.

The Demon Slayer Division's meeting day is the day after tomorrow.

At the police station, the matter of Su Family Village was still being dealt with, and Dai Wang was so busy that he didn't have time to rest. He was too embarrassed to go and cause any more trouble.

"Since I have nothing to do, let's take a stroll around Qinghe County."

In fact, he had been in Qinghe County for so many days, and apart from the county government office, the police station, Dai Wang's house, and the city gate, he had hardly been anywhere else.

Thinking about it, Mu Yang left the courtyard.

The mornings in Qinghe County are far more lively than in Qingxi County.

Peddlers carrying loads, merchants driving horse-drawn carts, and women leading children came and went in an endless stream.

The shops on both sides of the road opened early, selling cloth, grain, medicine, and weapons, creating a lively scene.

Mu Yang strolled leisurely down the street, not in a hurry, just wandering around and watching the fireworks of countless homes.

This feeling of leisure and peace is quite wonderful.

After wandering around for a long time, until the sun was high in the sky and it was noon, Mu Yang finally found a restaurant to have lunch.

The restaurant is named Jixiang, which is a very common name.

The building isn't big, only three floors, but business is good. It's already more than half full, and the waiters are extremely busy.

Mu Yang casually found an empty seat on the second floor and sat down.

A waiter greeted us with a smile, carrying a teapot and quickly poured us a cup of tea.

Xiao Er was a middle-aged man. Although he was dressed in coarse linen clothes, he was agile and had some cultivation. He did not look like someone from a poor family.

Most importantly, he felt that the waiter looked somewhat familiar.

"Sir, what would you like to order?"

The waiter asked, holding the menu.

Mu Yang took the menu and casually ordered a table full of hearty dishes.

The waiter nodded a few times and turned to leave, but Mu Yang suddenly called him back.

"etc."

The waiter paused, turned around, and still smiled: "Sir, is there anything else you need?"

Looking at the waiter's face, Mu Yang suddenly spoke, "Hu Deshui?"

Xiao Er was taken aback. He had only been in Qinghe County for a little over half a month and was unfamiliar with the place. How could there be someone who knew him?

Hu Deshui carefully examined Mu Yang for a few moments.

He hadn't seen clearly because of the backlighting, but now that the sunlight was dimmer, his smile froze instantly.

Muyang?

How could it be this gentleman?!

Wasn't he a constable in Qingxi County?

How did you end up in Qinghe County?

And look at the clothes he's wearing...

It seems he even joined the Demon Slayer Division!

Hu Deshui felt his legs were going weak.

He finally escaped from Qingxi County, even giving up his brothel business of many years, and went to Qinghe County to work as a waiter who earned a meager living through hard work.

Isn't what you're looking for just peace and stability?

What a coincidence, running into this guy again!

The last time this gentleman went to Qingxianglou, Hu Mei died, and Qingxianglou almost went out of business.

Later, when he arrived at the Wang family residence, the Wang family was gone.

He went to a banquet at the Hu family's house, only to find that the Hu family had also perished.

Although it has nothing to do with him directly, nothing good ever happens wherever this guy appears.

Hu Deshui realized he really needed to consult the Chinese almanac before going out in the future.

But then again, we also owe a lot to this gentleman.

If he hadn't killed Hu Mei, he wouldn't have made the decision to run away.

If they stay in Qingxi County like this, they might really be buried with the Hu family.

Who would have thought that the Hu family, one of the three great families in Qingxi County, would be manipulated by a fox demon?

"Mu...Master Mu, it's been a long time."

Hu Deshui forced a smile, his voice trembling slightly: "What brings you to Qinghe County?"

"He's been transferred to the Demon Slayer Division."

Mu Yang said casually, and looking at Hu Deshui's ghost-like expression, he couldn't help but laugh.

They had no grudges against each other, and were even from the same hometown.

"How are things in Qinghe County? Are you settling in well?" Mu Yang asked casually.

"Habit..."

Hu Deshui nodded quickly.

"That's good."

Mu Yang nodded, then suddenly seemed to remember something and asked, "By the way, during your time in Qinghe County, have you heard any unusual rumors?"

"Strange rumors?"

Hu Deshui was taken aback.

"For example, things related to demons," Mu Yang added.

Hu Deshui: ......

My goodness, I'm just a lowly martial artist at the first level of the physical realm, how could I dare to get involved with any monsters!

He couldn't even avoid that kind of thing!

But since Mu Yang had already asked, he could only bite the bullet and recall what he had seen and heard during this period.

After a moment, he replied, "Master Mu, I haven't been in Qinghe County for long. I usually work in a restaurant and haven't heard any news about any monsters..."

Seeing a hint of disappointment flash across Mu Yang's face, Hu Deshui quickly changed the subject: "However, I've heard that things have been a bit unsettled in the alleyway in the east of the city lately. Apparently, something is causing trouble at night, so no prostitutes in that area dare to take jobs."

Guaizi Lane is the cheapest street in Qinghe County, and it is mostly inhabited by migrant laborers.

That place was a melting pot of all sorts of people, from all walks of life.

The Cao Gang, which was as famous as the He Shang Cao Escort Agency, had most of its members coming from Guai Zi Lane.

"Oh? Tell me more!"

Adhering to the principle of "better to kill the innocent than let the guilty go free," Mu Yang pressed for an answer.