What do you mean by saying that the corpses I sew are all ominous creatures?

Watching these two guys, who were singing in unison and instantly formed a united front, I couldn't help but find it a little funny.

Li Qing has been cooped up in the hospital for too long. Now, if he can get some fresh air, he'd probably jump into a fire pit if it were right in front of him.

Jin Wanliang was the type of person who wouldn't act until he saw a clear benefit.

To earn this brokerage fee, they've used every conceivable tactic at their disposal.

However, upon closer examination, Jin Wanliang's words do not make no mistake.

With my current strength—both arms fully extended and the evil core complete—I really don't care about ordinary evil spirits unless I encounter a thousand-year-old demon capable of influencing the power of heaven and earth.

Moreover, I also need a real-world opportunity to test where my current limits really lie.

"Alright, stop trying to sweet-talk me."

I smiled helplessly and reached for the car keys on the table.

"Since you two are both so interested, let's go stretch our muscles together."

"Just consider it a trip to the outskirts of the city to clear your head."

Upon hearing that I had finally agreed, Li Qing excitedly jumped up from the armchair.

Jin Wanliang let out a long sigh of relief, wiped the fine sweat from his forehead, and his chubby face smiled like a blooming chrysanthemum.

"I knew Brother Chen was a straightforward person!" Jin Wanliang exclaimed, giving a thumbs-up.

"Don't be in such a hurry to flatter him."

I interrupted him, changing the subject and asking, "You just said that the master is going to perform a ritual tonight, what time exactly?"

"The master set the time for the ritual tonight at midnight."

It is said that the yin energy is strongest at midnight, making it easier for unclean things to appear, thus facilitating his annihilation.

Jin Wanliang quickly replied.

"However, in order to conserve their energy and also to allow everyone to meet and get to know each other, Boss Wang specially arranged a dinner at a private restaurant in the city."

The time is set for 7:30.

After saying that, Jin Wanliang raised his wrist, looked at his watch, and his expression immediately became somewhat anxious.

"Oh dear, I've been so busy arguing with you guys that it's almost seven o'clock!"

Jin Wanliang slapped his thigh, stood up, and urged them on.

"Brother Chen, Li Qing, now that we've decided to take this job, we need to set off immediately."

It's rush hour, the roads are definitely going to be congested.

"If we arrive late and make Boss Wang and that guy wait for us, that would be quite impolite."

"Okay, you guys go downstairs and wait for me in the car."

I nodded and stood up.

"I'm going back to my room to get something, I'll be right down."

"Okay, we'll wait for you downstairs, hurry up!"

Li Qing couldn't wait to pull Jin Wanliang downstairs.

Watching their hurried departure, I turned and went into my bedroom.

Although I readily agreed, I knew in my heart that even a lion uses its full strength to hunt a rabbit.

When faced with unknown feng shui traps or evil spirits, any underestimation could cost you your life.

I walked to the bedside table, opened the drawer, and there lay four scalpels.

I lifted my shirt and fastened it securely at the back of my waist.

Then, I casually put the lightning-struck wooden buckle that Tiangong had given me into my pocket as well.

After doing all this, I took a deep breath, letting the cool air swirl around my forehead to ensure my five senses were at their sharpest.

Once I was ready, I pushed open the door and quickly walked down the stairs.

On the old street outside Tingyuxuan Alley, Jin Wanliang's black Mercedes-Benz had already started.

I opened the car door and sat in the passenger seat.

Li Qing lay sprawled out on the spacious leather seat in the back, holding a bottle of chilled cola in his hand.

"Brother Chen, are you ready?"

Jin Wanliang asked with a smile as he turned the steering wheel.

"Let's go."

I responded and looked out the car window at the city lights that were gradually illuminating.

The car smoothly drove out of the old street and merged into the congested traffic of the evening rush hour in Jiangcheng.

"Old Jin, while we're on the road, give me another heads-up."

After a moment of silence in the carriage, I turned my head and looked at Jin Wanliang, who was focused on driving.

"Just who is the powerful figure behind Boss Wang?"

Upon hearing my question, Jin Wanliang's smile faded somewhat.

"Brother Chen, you've really hit the nail on the head."

Jin Wanliang lowered his voice.

"That guy's surname is Lei. He's a big shot in both the legitimate and underworld circles in Jiangcheng."

In his early years, he made his fortune by dealing in sand, gravel, and building materials at the docks, and he had a large group of daring and hardworking brothers under his command.

Later, they cleaned up their act and established a conglomerate, whose businesses now span various sectors across Jiangcheng.

"Boss Lei?"

Li Qing chimed in from the back row.

"How come I've never heard of such a formidable figure in Jiangcheng?"

"It's normal that you don't know; this boss has almost never been involved in our industry."

After explaining for a moment, Jin Wanliang continued speaking to me.

"This Mr. Lei is usually very low-key and rarely appears in public."

But he wields immense power.

It's fair to say that 80% of Boss Wang's success in acquiring that suburban land was due to Boss Lei's behind-the-scenes maneuvering.

"I see."

I nodded, having a general idea of ​​what tonight's dinner party would be like.

It seems that tonight I will not only have to deal with that unfathomable master, but also with this Boss Lei.

"And what about this Qingyunzi?"

I continued to ask.

"Since Boss Lei doesn't get involved in our circle, how would he know this Qingyunzi?"

"I'm not entirely clear on the specifics."

Jin Wanliang shook his head and sighed.

"I heard that not long ago, something happened to Mr. Lei's family."

It seems that his elderly mother contracted a strange illness, and all the major hospitals were helpless.

Later, someone somehow invited this Qingyunzi, and after a few applications of talismanic water, the old lady miraculously recovered.

From then on, Boss Lei treated him like a god, obeying his every word.

Hearing this, I narrowed my eyes slightly.

Can a few talismanic waters cure a strange disease that even hospitals can't cure?

If it wasn't just pure luck, then this Qingyunzi must really have some skill.

After he finished speaking, the car fell silent, and none of us said anything more.

The car moved in and out of traffic in the congested flow.

After about half an hour, we finally entered a relatively quiet street.

At the end of the street, a private restaurant with antique decor and a very unassuming storefront came into view.

"arrive."

Jin Wanliang parked the car in the parking space in front of the restaurant and unbuckled his seatbelt.

"Brother Chen, Li Qing, once we're inside, we'll see what happens."

"Speak as little as possible, and act according to my signals."

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

I replied.

As I opened the car door, a gentle breeze carrying the aroma of food wafted towards me.

I straightened my clothes and followed Jin Wanliang into the brightly lit private restaurant.