The sequence is too involutional, luckily I am too.

"Add...add more money?"

When Lu Yan said this, everyone was in an uproar, their faces filled with disbelief.

Lu Yan has really gotten arrogant. Being promoted to the fourth leader is already a great honor, yet he still dares to negotiate with the leader.

Are you tired of living?

Wei Xu clearly hadn't expected Lu Yan to make such a request. A cold glint flashed in his single eye as he stared intently at Lu Yan, seemingly plotting something.

On the contrary, Lu Yan seemed completely unconcerned, as if he wasn't worried at all that Wei Xu would refuse.

"Okay, I promise."

After a moment of silence, Wei Xu suddenly clapped his hands.

Soon, a servant stepped forward and brought two more bottles of Crimson Cloud Potion, placing them steadily in front of Lu Yan.

"Our gang has limited resources, so this is all we can do. The rest is up to you."

After saying that, Wei Xu turned and left, as if afraid that Lu Yan would make any more demands.

"They actually gave it to me..."

Lu Yan picked up the three vials of medicine in front of him. The crimson liquid shimmered under the light, reflecting a magnificent luster.

Given such a huge investment, what benefits did Muyun Technology actually offer Wei Xu?

But this is for the best; I should be safe until Wei Xu recoups his costs.

"Fourth Master, the leader has arranged a detached house for you. I'll take you there."

It was the same servant as before, only now he was more respectful to Lu Yan.

"Wait a minute, I have something to take care of."

Lu Yan nodded slightly, strode towards the villa entrance, and slammed the door shut with both hands.

"Master Lu... what do you mean by this?"

The others were preparing to head to their assigned temporary accommodations when they saw Lu Yan suddenly close the door. They frowned and spoke with a hint of unease.

"What do you mean? Of course, it means to carry out the leader's orders."

Lu Yan grinned, revealing a set of bright white teeth, but his tone carried an undeniable firmness:

"To facilitate management and allocation, hand over all the Crimson Cloud Potion you have now."

Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned at first, then their expressions changed drastically, and they were all furious.

This was their only hope to defy fate, and Lu Yan actually wanted to steal it all!

And they robbed all of them!

It's crazy!

"Lu Yan, don't go too far! This was given to us personally by the leader!"

One of the underlings, who had always been at odds with Lu Yan, couldn't help but curse, saying, "Don't think you're so great just because you got lucky and awakened your sequence. You've only just awakened; you might not be a match for all of us!"

"That's right, so what if you, Lu Yan, are a bit more handsome, better at martial arts, and awakened your powers a little earlier than us? What's there to be so arrogant about!"

"Everyone, attack together and snatch those three potions from his hands!"

In an instant, the crowd became restless and surrounded him, forming a tight encirclement, their eyes greedily fixed on the three vials of medicine in Lu Yan's hand.

They had also cultivated the Crimson Blood Breathing Technique, making them much stronger than before. They might not be without a chance of winning against Lu Yan, a newly awakened superhuman.

Suddenly, a junior leader struck first, secretly pulling out a sharpened dagger from his pocket and stabbing it straight at Lu Yan's back before he could react.

This stance is clearly aimed at killing them.

"Hmm... reasoning really isn't for me."

Lu Yan sighed softly, seemingly somewhat helpless, but his figure vanished from the spot like a ghost.

Before the henchman could react after his attack missed, Lu Yan had already appeared behind him, placing a hand firmly on the back of his head.

The henchman instinctively tried to resist, but felt an irresistible force coming from the back of his head, and then he was slammed hard to the ground!

"Bang--!!!"

With a deafening crash, a deep dent was instantly smashed into the smooth marble floor of the villa, sending dust flying everywhere.

The leader at the epicenter of the impact had a distorted face and his head was tilted to one side; he was already lifeless.

"Sorry, I don't eat beef."

One...one-hit kill?

The crowd turned pale, and the greed in their eyes vanished instantly, replaced by boundless fear.

Is the gap between ordinary people and extraordinary individuals really that big?

It's unclear who started it, but everyone silently put down their Crimson Cloud Potions and obediently stepped aside, not daring to even breathe loudly.

Lu Yan withdrew his hand, glanced at the panel, and frowned slightly when he found that there was no movement.

When the hunchbacked man was killed previously, the thugs' sequence wasn't counted, and it's the same now.

It seems that to fulfill the first condition for awakening the thug sequence, one really has to fight on the streets.

Lu Yan looked around, somewhat eager to try, but the crowd, already terrified, dared not meet his gaze and retreated repeatedly.

It seems like we can't fight them... But it doesn't matter, these people can't escape anyway. We can just drag them out on the street and give them a good beating in a few days.

Wiping the blood from his hands, Lu Yan walked away amidst the fearful gazes of the group.

The attendant standing nearby was also stunned, and only reacted after Lu Yan had walked away.

"Deliver these medicines to my place, and call a car over. I need to go back and get something." Lu Yan's voice came from outside the door.

"Uh...yes! Fourth Master!"

The attendant bowed respectfully in response, then quickly found a box and deftly put all the medicines away.

……

On the other side of the hall, behind a one-way mirror, Wei Xu leaned back on the sofa, taking in everything that had just happened.

"There's not a trace of residual potion scent; it's impossible for someone who just awakened after taking a potion."

He murmured softly, a cold glint flashing in his single eye.

"After serving as Mu Yun's lackey for so many years, those old guys still don't trust me, sending someone like this to keep an eye on me?"

As he spoke, Wei Xu took out a simple glass bottle of medicine from his pocket. The liquid inside was murky and gave off a chilling aura.

He stared at the medicine, his single eye burning with desire, wishing he could take it right now.

But Wei Xu quickly calmed down, put the potion away, and muttered to himself, "Wait a little longer, it's not time to take it yet."

……

After retrieving the three small plants and the remaining beast meat from the shed, Lu Yan went straight back to the detached villa that Wei Xu had prepared for him.

Although this villa is not as grand as Wei Xu's, it is still a rare luxury residence in the brick housing area.

Looking at the spotless bedroom, Lu Yan placed the three small plants on the windowsill, then collapsed onto the bed.

No longer was it a hard, uncomfortable bed board; a soft goose down mattress enveloped him, instantly relaxing his tense nerves.

A bed is so comfortable...

However, Lu Yan only rested for a short while before getting up immediately and taking out a Red Cloud Potion from the box.

He unscrewed the bottle cap, took a gentle sniff, and his internal energy immediately became active, and his Crimson Blood Breathing Technique became exhilarating.

The Crimson Blood Breathing Technique sensed pure blood and qi energy and yearned to devour it.

Lu Yan understood and took a small sip.

It didn't taste like medicine as he expected; instead, it had a slightly sweet taste, like drinking a beverage.

Suddenly, a surge of vigorous blood and energy burst forth from his body, instantly flowing through his limbs and bones.

This feeling is similar to when I ate the meat of a strange beast.

Could it be that the Crimson Cloud Potion is made from the meat of exotic beasts?

[The first use of Crimson Cloud Potion in Crimson Blood Breathing Technique results in a pleasant mood and a 25% increase in progress.]

【Red Blood Breathing Technique (Proficient): 55%】

Lu Yan nodded slightly, no longer hesitating, and swallowed the medicine in one gulp, actively activating the Crimson Blood Breathing Technique.

……

late at night.

Lu Yan finished practicing the breathing technique.

Just as Wei Xu said, the effects of the Crimson Cloud Potion far surpassed those of the exotic beast meat. He cultivated for over ten hours before fully absorbing and refining the potion's power.

[Thugs: 25%]

【Red Blood Breathing Technique (Mastery): 2%】

Lu Yan could clearly feel the increase in the power within his body, and his cultivation speed was several times faster than before.

"As expected, resources are of paramount importance no matter where you are..."

If he hadn't encountered Wei Xu pulling this stunt, let alone potions, given his status, he wouldn't even be able to afford the meat of exotic beasts.

"I wonder how long these medicines will last..."

Looking at the dozen or so bottles of potions remaining in the box, Lu Yan breathed a sigh of relief and plunged into cultivation.