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Chapter 155 Rescuing People

The shopkeeper simply put the gold ingot away.

"Young Master Bao Weijing, although nominally a member of the Bao family, has a rather awkward status..."

Having received the bribe, the shopkeeper readily revealed everything: "His father is Bao Xinxian, the third son of the current head of the Bao family. Over a decade ago, when he was young, he was a renowned playboy in Jingli Prefecture. Not only was he of noble birth and possessed formidable martial arts skills, but he also had a handsome appearance, captivating countless young women in Jingli Prefecture..."

"Young Master Bao Weijing's mother was the top courtesan at Yingge Tower at the time. She was also captivated by Bao Xinxian and eventually married him as his concubine."

"However, although she joined the Bao family, her life was not easy. Because of her status, she was looked down upon and targeted in the Bao family. Bao Xinxian was fickle and did not change his playboy ways. Under pressure from all sides, Bao Weijing's mother eventually died of depression."

"At that time, young master Bao Weijing was not even ten years old. However, because his mother had passed away, his father did not care about him, and the other members of the Bao family regarded him as a stain on the Bao family. Therefore, young master Bao's life in the Bao family was very difficult from a young age."

"While other young masters and ladies enjoyed a life of luxury, Young Master Bao Weijing could only eat simple meals and lived alone in a side courtyard of the Bao family mansion without any servants to take care of him."

"It wasn't until he grew up and began practicing martial arts that his father, Bao Xinxian, gave him a monthly allowance. However, that allowance was far from enough to cover the resources needed for his martial arts training. So, young master Bao had no choice but to rely on himself and go out to earn money to support his martial arts practice."

"Whenever Young Master Bao runs out of money, he leaves Jingli Mansion to find jobs such as escorting goods or delivering cargo to earn money. He came to the tavern to buy pancakes just now to prepare provisions for his trip out of the city."

The shop owner seemed to know a lot about Bao Weijing's experiences, and described them in great detail.

"Shopkeeper, you're not making this up, are you?"

Hearing the shopkeeper's words, Xu Ning smiled and questioned, "The Bao family of Jingli Prefecture is a well-known family in southern Jifeng Prefecture, backed by the Yuelan Sect, with an extremely powerful background. Would such a powerful family really send its younger disciples out to sell their labor for money? You must be lying to me!"

When Xu Ning said that, the shopkeeper was afraid that Xu Ning would take the gold ingot back, so he quickly defended himself, saying, "When I first found out, I didn't believe it either, but it's true."

"I heard their conversation clearly when Young Master Bao and his friends came to my tavern for drinks last time."

However, as soon as he finished speaking, the shopkeeper blushed.

It's really not very ethical for him to eavesdrop on people's conversations and then reveal their private matters.

Seemingly feeling guilty, the shopkeeper quickly added a few kind words: "However, although Young Master Bao is struggling financially, he is a sincere person. His friends are all ordinary people. If a friend is in trouble, Young Master Bao will still generously help them. Moreover, Young Master Bao is always very humble whenever he comes to the tavern. When our tavern was vandalized by drunken martial artists, it was Young Master Bao who stood up for us."

However, after saying this, the shopkeeper suddenly fell silent for a moment.

He then took out the gold ingot he had just received.

"Sir, I've spoken too much today..."

The shopkeeper looked apologetic: "That's all I can say about Young Master Bao's matter. Please take the money back..."

Seeing the shopkeeper's expression, Xu Ning gently shook her head.

The shopkeeper was indeed blinded by the gold at first, but after he came to his senses, he showed some integrity.

"Keep it."

Xu Ning stood up immediately; what the shopkeeper had said was enough for him.

"Next time, don't tell anyone else."

Xu Ning didn't linger and left directly.

The shopkeeper was left staring blankly at the gold ingot.

After a long silence, the shopkeeper stamped his foot and said, "Next time Young Master Bao comes, I'll definitely prepare the best wine and food for him!"

After leaving the tavern, Xu Ning did not continue to wander around Jingli Mansion. Instead, he followed Bao Weijing from a distance, heading out of the city.

Bao Weijing was completely unaware that Xu Ning had appeared behind him.

After leaving the city, Bao Weijing walked through the wilderness for an hour before entering a village.

Jifeng Prefecture and Feiyun Prefecture are similar; there are manors and villages around the prefectures and counties, and these villages outside the city rely on the prefectures and counties for development.

The stronger the foundation of a prefecture or county, the more prosperous the villages and towns will be.

Not long after Bao Weijing entered the manor, he drove out in a horse-drawn carriage.

The carriage was filled with a pile of goods, covered by a cloth, bulging and bulging.

Bao Weijing drove his horse-drawn cart, laden with goods, into the mountain road. This time, he was alone, tasked with delivering some goods from the large estate to another location.

Bao Weijing was in a good mood because the goods were quite valuable this time, and the employer had given him a generous sum of money. After delivering the goods, he could buy enough spiritual medicine to aid his cultivation, and he wouldn't have to go out and cause trouble for two or three months.

However, although he was in a good mood, Bao Weijing was still quite cautious during the delivery process, and when choosing a route, he tried to choose places with open views and where it was not easy for people to hide.

Bao Weijing possessed the strength of the fifth level of the Mortal Realm, the Qi Movement Realm. Although this strength was considered very weak within the Bao family, it was still regarded as a fairly capable martial artist outside.

"There's a high chance of bandits appearing on the road ahead, so be careful..."

Bao Weijing was completely focused.

Suddenly, as if he heard some noise, Bao Weijing's expression changed.

He quickly pulled on the reins, trying to turn the car around, but it was too late.

Da da da.

Just then, two groups of men suddenly rushed down from both sides of the mountain, attacking Bao Weijing from the front and the back.

Those people were all masked, armed, and closing in step by step.

"This is troublesome!"

Bao Weijing was startled, then drew his sword and dismounted.

He dared not lose this shipment.

If the goods are lost, Bao Weijing will not only lose the money and resources for cultivation, but he will also have to compensate the other party for the loss.

This was something Bao Weijing could not bear.

"Friends, please give me a way out. I'm willing to pay one hundred taels of silver."

Bao Weijing said to the leader.

One hundred taels of silver—this was the total cost of Bao Weijing's delivery.

Now, Bao Weijing no longer cares about how much money he can make from this delivery; he only hopes that nothing goes wrong.

"Kill him."

However, the leader of the robbery gang ignored Bao Weijing and directly gave the order to kill him.

Bao Weijing was startled.

Bandits usually negotiate a toll before robbing travelers; it's rare to see one who kills without a word.

As soon as the leader finished speaking, several figures rushed forward and charged towards Bao Weijing.

Upon seeing this, Bao Weijing immediately activated his internal energy and hastily prepared to fight.

He and that group of people instantly became entangled in a fight.

"This group all use the same sword technique, and they are well-trained. They don't seem like bandits..."

During their encounters, Bao Weijing gradually figured out their tactics.

Recalling how the leader had ordered him to be killed without saying a word, Bao Weijing had a bad feeling.

"Could it be...?"

Bao Weijing dared not think too deeply and focused on facing the enemy.

For a time, the several people who attacked Bao Weijing were unable to get close enough to harm him.

Although Bao Weijing started learning martial arts relatively late, and had no one to teach him or any resources to support him.

However, he has a high talent for martial arts. He has reached the fifth level of the Mortal Realm, the Qi Movement Realm, through his own exploration, and he has also mastered a great sword technique.

"What a piece of trash!"

Seeing that the group was unable to succeed, the leader personally stepped forward with a knife and shouted, "Get out of the way!"

The masked leader dispersed the crowd and slashed down with his sword.

Bao Weijing quickly drew his knife to defend himself.

Bang!

The masked leader slashed down, sending Bao Weijing flying and spitting out blood.

"He is a seventh-level mortal realm martial artist, at the Mind Realm level!"

Bao Weijing's heart was filled with despair.

Right now, he simply doesn't have the strength to withstand an enemy two levels higher.

"Young Master Bao, may you rest in peace!"

The masked leader approached Bao Weijing and brandished a large knife.

With this one strike, Bao Weijing would surely be decapitated.

puff!

The sound of flesh being torn apart.

However, it was not Bao Weijing who was torn apart by blood and flesh, but the masked leader.

A streak of blood shot out, and the masked man fell to the ground.

Then, a man dressed in white and wearing a pure white mask appeared, looking completely calm and collected.

This was Xu Ning, who had followed Bao Weijing all the way.

Upon seeing Bao Weijing in danger, Xu Ning stepped in to rescue him.

Although Bao Weijing was a member of the Bao family, the Bao family put a lot of pressure and suffering on his life, and was more like his enemy.

Moreover, Bao Weijing's identity is relatively special; he is the grandson of the current head of the Bao family. If he is used properly, he might gain some unexpected benefits.

"This person saved me!"

Bao Weijing reacted instantly.

The other assassins who were there to intercept Bao Weijing fled immediately upon seeing this scene.

However, Xu Ning did not give these people a chance. Another flash of sword light appeared, and all the assassins who surrounded Bao Weijing were cut down.

"This is……"

When Bao Weijing saw Xu Ning standing still, and then his sword flashed, he was immediately terrified.

"He's a Void Realm Martial Master!"

Although she was ostracized in the Bao family, she had a broad perspective.

The moment Xu Ning made his move, he knew that this strength was beyond what a mortal martial artist could possess.

"Thank you so much for your kind rescue, senior!"

Bao Weijing quickly stood up despite the pain and bowed respectfully to Xu Ning.

Xu Ning was wearing a mask, so Bao Weijing couldn't tell his appearance or age. However, given his strength, Bao Weijing still humbly addressed Xu Ning as "senior."

"The people who tried to assassinate you don't seem to be ordinary bandits."

Xu Ning offered a reminder.

Xu Ning noticed this when those people made their move.

Reminded by Xu Ning, Bao Weijing also remembered something.

He walked up to the corpse of the masked leader and examined it.

"They're from the Bao family!"

After pulling out a token, Bao Weijing's expression changed.

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