Wandering Sword Seller's Life in the Qin Dynasty

Chapter 79 My eldest brother wants to do business with Lord Red Eyebrows!

After much deliberation, Situ Wanli decided to take the plunge.

Jade Tiger is just a merchant and doesn't seem to have any great strength. He only becomes arrogant and reckless because he has allied himself with Ji Wuye.

When did his Hidden Dragon Hall need to be mindful of someone like this?

Jade Tiger made him earn so much less money, he has to pay the price.

After making up their minds, Situ Wanli and Xu Qing quickly took action.

They arrived at a swampy wetland on the southern outskirts of Xinzheng City. The vegetation was lush, and a thick fog covered it. The fog looked harmless, but in reality, it was all poisonous.

Situ Wanli pushed aside the drooping withered vines and pointed into the distance, saying, "It is said that many years ago, this place was not like this."

"The cause lies in the gold mine behind us. The mining of gold comes at a price, and that price is that all the water sources around here are polluted. After the gold mine is completely mined out, this once lush wetland has become full of toxic gases."

"Brother, you have great insight!" Xu Qing praised Situ Wanli.

"Know your enemy and know yourself, and you will never be defeated. Since we've decided to come here and meet those madmen from Baiyue, we naturally need to make some preparations," Situ Wanli replied to Xu Qing.

As he spoke, he pulled a bottle out of his pocket.

Remove the stopper and pour out a pill.

"Brother Xu, have some."

"This is a detoxifying pill. After taking it, you can avoid the effects of these poisonous obstacles for a short period of time."

Upon hearing this, Xu Qing looked intently at Situ Wanli.

"Brother, aren't you going to eat?"

Situ Wanli was taken aback, not expecting Xu Qing to ask such a question. He smiled and replied, "My constitution is special, these poisons cannot affect me."

Xu Qing did know about this matter.

In the farming community, the core disciples all possess a unique ability called "immunity to all poisons," which is related to the cultivation techniques they practice.

However, it was clearly impossible for Xu Qing to point out Situ Wanli's ability.

During his time with Situ Wanli, Situ Wanli did not mention Tian Guangxiao's identity, and naturally, Xu Qing could not force him to reveal the other party's identity as a farmer.

Some things are known to both of us.

But saying it out loud is a different story.

"I see." Xu Qing nodded. "Then I don't need it."

Situ Wanli looked at Xu Qing in surprise.

Xu Qing explained, "I am proficient in some special breathing techniques, so these poisonous barriers have no effect on me for a short period of time."

"Brother, what excellent skills!" Situ Wanli praised.

“Brother, you’re just as good!” Xu Qing replied.

So Situ Wanli put the antidote pill away again.

Two people, traversing through layers of poisonous barriers.

Soon, they arrived at a desolate hill.

The ground of the barren hill is riddled with holes, and many remaining mine pits can still be seen faintly.

"They should be in this area."

"We need to search patiently."

Situ Wanli said to Xu Qing.

"Actually, it doesn't have to be so complicated," Xu Qing said calmly.

Situ Wanli looked at Xu Qing in surprise.

With a flick of his wrist, Xu Qing produced a bronze mask. He casually snapped it shut, and the mask fit perfectly onto his face, completely concealing his features.

"Brother, what's wrong with you...?"

Situ Wanli was stunned after seeing Xu Qing's actions.

He then understood Xu Qing's intention.

Although Xu Qing said he came here with him, judging from the current situation, this Brother Xu is not planning to show his true face.

But if you think about it carefully, it makes sense.

After all, these Baiyue people were vicious and ruthless, not good people at all.

Letting these guys know what I really look like is not a good thing.

So, should I also try to cover myself up?

As Situ Wanli thought this, he was about to tear a piece of cloth from his clothes and cover his face with it.

"coming!"

Xu Qing, who had put on a mask, suddenly spoke.

Situ Wanli was taken aback again.

What's coming?

All I could see were countless venomous snakes crawling in from all directions.

The fog around us suddenly thickened considerably.

Through the mist, one could vaguely see several figures inside.

There were burly men, graceful women, short old men, and men holding staffs... Based on the existing intelligence, Situ Wanli immediately knew that this was the Baiyue assassin group that had recently committed a series of serious crimes in the city.

His face twitched involuntarily.

He believed his abilities were not bad.

However, he doesn't want to fight unless absolutely necessary, and he values ​​harmony and making money.

But given the current situation, do these Baiyue assassins really give him the opportunity to make money peacefully?

Besides, now that the other party has arrived, isn't it a bit too late to start removing clothes and covering one's face?

Who are you?

Just as Situ Wanli was pondering, the most imposing man, standing at the head of the group, emerged from the mist and looked at Xu Qing and Situ Wanli, who were wearing bronze masks, and asked in a deep voice.

The speaker exuded an inhuman and eerie aura. His long, dark blue hair was like poisonous fog in the dark night, and his pupils were a blood-red color, as if two flames were burning fiercely within them. His face and waist were covered with dark blue snake scale patterns. These were not decorations, but marks from the fusion of witchcraft and snake power in the Baiyue region.

"Red-browed Lord, my elder brother wants to discuss a business deal with you." Despite the several oppressive gazes directed at him, Xu Qing, wearing a mask, remained composed and spoke calmly.

As he spoke, he had already quietly taken half a step back.

If you look closely, you'll see that he's already half a body length behind Situ Wanli.

This means that if something unexpected were to happen, he would be able to run a little faster than Situ Wanli.

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Tianze, along with the several figures behind him who were not yet fully emerging from the mist, all turned their gazes toward Situ Wanli.

In an instant, Situ Wanli felt immense pressure.

He really wanted to complain about Xu Qing.

But this is not a good time for infighting.

He thought of some of the things Xu Qing had said to him before he came.

He immediately thought of the right words to say.

“Indeed, I want to do business with Lord Red Eyebrows!” Situ Wanli said frankly, “I have long heard that Lord Red Eyebrows is unparalleled in his heroic spirit, and in the past, he attracted countless extraordinary people to follow him. I suppose you are willing to do business with me.”

Upon hearing Situ Wanli's words, Tianze was slightly taken aback, then sneered, "You're talking about the me of the past, but that me died in that war."

"No, I don't think so!"

Situ Wanli said, "Since Lord Chi Mei escaped, so many experts have followed him. It is clear that in their hearts, Lord Chi Mei is still the lord they were willing to die for."

Upon hearing this, Tianze was taken aback once again.

He thought that once he was out of trouble, several of his subordinates would immediately respond to his call and rush over.

Tianze also witnessed their loyalty.

Chapter 80 A sword that can restrain Bai Yifei!

"You seem to know quite a bit about me."

Tianze's gaze turned icy, and the flame in his eyes seemed to flicker for a moment. The invisible pressure suddenly intensified, and the air seemed to freeze.

Situ Wan's smile remained gentle, as if he were completely unaware of the danger, but in reality, his muscles were tense and his inner strength was quietly surging through his meridians. He was also prepared to flee immediately if things went wrong.

After all, the people in front of them were desperate criminals.

If Xu Qing hadn't suggested cooperating with these guys, Situ Wanli wouldn't have even considered it.

Although we have now seen Tianze, it is only the first step in a journey of ten thousand miles. This person's temperament is unpredictable; whether he is an enemy or a friend, whether to kill or make peace, remains to be seen.

"To make a deal with Lord Red Eyebrows, one must naturally find out the details."

Situ Wan wore an impeccable smile, feigning composure. As expected of a business genius, his ability to speak to people in a way that suited them was truly superb.

"In my opinion, your defeat in the battle against Baiyue was not due to a lack of skill! Lord Chimei fought valiantly for Baiyue on the front lines, but was betrayed from behind, surrounded and isolated... Now that you have returned, it is only natural to punish those traitors..."

Situ Wanli spoke eloquently, his words consisting of half what Xu Qing had told him and half of what he had investigated himself. The old stories of Baiyue, which had been buried for more than a decade, had been stirred up again by recent turmoil, and it was not difficult to verify them.

The reason Tianze was known as the "Deposed Crown Prince of Baiyue" was precisely because this fatal rebellion in the rear cut off his support, giving Bai Yifei an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.

"What business are you here to discuss?"

Tianze's voice was deep and direct as he pressed Situ Wanli for answers.

"A business of killing!"

Before Situ Wanli could respond, Xu Qing, whose face was covered by a bronze mask, spoke up.

Hearing Xu Qing's words, Situ Wanli secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Dealing with someone like Tian Ze was like walking on an icy abyss, with immense pressure. It was all the better that Brother Xu took the initiative to speak.