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Chapter 102: Chapter 97 Intelligence Update: Yu Biao Promoted

“Brother Hu.”

“Brother Xiao Hu.”

“Brother Hu…”

…

Chen Xiaohu stood at the doorway. Villagers and townsfolk who had previously ignored him or looked down upon him were now all coming over to greet him.

That feeling of being valued was something he had never experienced in his life.

And he understood, had he earned today’s respect all by himself?

No, it was all given by Jiu Si. Without Jiu Si, he would still be crouching in a grass hut, an unseen bamboo craftsman drowning in disdain.

Looked down upon for a lifetime.

But now, he had become an employee at the fishery, and he had even learned Martial Arts from Jiu Si.

Jiu Si had even said that one day he would take him to see an even bigger world.

And he believed that Jiu Si would definitely make it happen.

He was truly grateful to Jiu Si from the bottom of his heart. Without Jiu Si, there would be no Chen Xiaohu today.

Chen Xiaohu was willing to do anything for Jiu Si, even if it meant death, he was not afraid!

Because it was Jiu Si who had given him the dignity of being a human being.

…

That day, the entire Xiantao Village was buzzing with news that Chen Sanliu and Lu San were beaten, almost to death.

At the same time, Xiantao Village once again witnessed the brutality of the Fishing Guild. Due to Wu Zhong’s usual low profile, many people believed that the Fishing Guild was not as ruthless as Guild Cao.

Was that so?

How could that be possible? That was just the Fishing Guild’s pacifying policy.

If the Fishing Guild were really so kind and easily bullied, it would have been swallowed by Guild Cao long ago.

They were, after all, local guilds supported by the court to control local violence. And today, Xiantao Village had seen its violence.

Chen Sanliu’s family was frightened. With the help of his great-uncle, they sold their fields the next day, handed over the silver, and someone noticed that Chen Sanliu and his son no longer held their heads high. They also became much more amiable when speaking to others.

Some laughed, saying that this kind of person just deserved a beating!

At the same time, due to the violence of the Fishing Guild, a group of energetic young men were attracted and wished to join the Fishing Guild. But joining the Fishing Guild required connections.

They all wanted to befriend Chen Jie, but Chen Jie was now focused on training to increase his strength, preparing to stand proud at the Land Officer Competition, while also avoiding Yu Biao’s assassination attempts, hiding in Bai Family’s home to practice.

He did not come out anymore.

As a result, some young folks from Xiantao Village couldn’t find Chen Jie, so they turned to Chen Xiaohu.

In these past few days, the number of people who had come to see Chen Xiaohu almost broke the threshold of Chen Erba’s family home – more visitors than they might receive in an entire year.

At this moment, Xiao Hu tactfully said that he couldn’t decide on such matters; only Jiu Si could make the final call.

Suddenly, these young people were even more eager to meet Chen Jiusi.

While Xiantao Village was bustling, a major event happened in Xiantao Town as well – Manager Zheng of Guild Cao, Master Yu’s eldest son, Yu Sanliu, had suddenly died!

Master Yu planned to hold a grand funeral.

Yet, the people of Xiantao Town were overjoyed upon hearing of Yu Sanliu’s death, nearly ready to beat gongs and drum, but fear of Yu Biao’s rage stopped them. If not for that fear, they would have taken to the streets with firecrackers.

Yu Sanliu, the demon of Xiantao Town.

How many families had been torn apart by his hands, ruined and bereaved, and how many had been persecuted? Think of Cuihua from Upper Peach Village, the couple of Gui Ying from Zhongying Village, and more…

It was beyond description.

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The hatred had penetrated so deep into people’s bones against Yu Sanliu. Had the Yu Family not been so powerful, these people would have rebelled long ago. But facing Guild Cao, with its thousands of members, such a force was akin to the government in the eyes of the commoners.

Perhaps even more terrifying than the government.

Now that Yu Sanliu was dead, although the people dared not beat gongs and drums, they still stealthily celebrated at home.

How many families hid within their homes, worshipping the deceased relatives, thankful for the hero that killed Yu Sanliu.

And there was a rumor that the hero who killed Yu Sanliu was none other than Chen Jiusi, though few believed it; despite Chen Jiusi’s recent rise, how could he possibly kill the highly skilled Yu Sanliu? Therefore, more people speculated it was some master from the Fishing Guild.

Even some said it was the Jiang Hu hero who had been declared an outlaw in town not long ago!

And rumors about the Jiang Hu hero were most widespread.

However, those who knew the truth scoffed at that. Jianghu hero?

That hero was none other than Ni Wenjun, a ruthless person who dared to kidnap Princess Fenyang. You think he would bother to kill a small thug?

Well, it’s not impossible.

Met him on the road, found him disgusting, and slapped him to death – not impossible.

But Ni Wenjun had fled; it couldn’t be him. As for a master from the Fishing Guild, who could it be?

Big Ship Leader had the strength, but he was one of their own.

Second Ship Leader Li Sanding?

It’s certainly possible, but killing Yu Sanliu wouldn’t be so simple, would it?

Could it really be Chen Jiusi?

In the Yu Family’s hall, in front of the spirit altar for Yu Sanliu, Yu Biao stood with many candied haws displayed above the altar.

Yu Sanliu had loved eating sugar and was particularly fond of candied haws, likely due to his childhood when his family couldn’t afford them.

Yu Biao stood there, his expression desolate.

He remembered every little detail he shared with Yu Sanliu.

Though mostly unpleasant, there were some good moments, too. But the tension between them escalated after Yu Biao had made his fortune.

Yu Biao became a manager at the Guild Cao and became wealthy. However, his first wife fell ill, and even though Yu Biao loved her dearly, he was a man of strong desires.

He became infatuated with an opera singer. One day, after listening to her performance, in the Inner Hall, he shared an intimate moment with her in her green attire. Yu Sanliu, supporting his mother, witnessed the scene. His mother fainted on the spot from the shock, and before long, she passed away.

And from that moment, the relationship between Yu Biao and his son crumbled. Yu Sanliu believed his father had caused his mother’s death and often rebelled against him, refusing to be disciplined…

Reflecting on all these memories, Yu Biao let out a sigh and wiped away the tears from his eyes.

He lit three sticks of incense and placed them in front of Yu Sanliu’s spirit tablet.

“My son, your father will surely avenge you!”

After saying this and placing the incense, the household manager rushed in hurriedly.

“Master Yu!”

Yu Biao glared at him: “What is it? Can’t you see I’m talking to Sanliu?”

“Master, the elixir you wanted to buy, the other party has agreed.”

“Hmm!”

Yu Biao came back to his senses and immediately said, “Bring the silver notes and come with me.”

Yu Biao swiftly left the house, where several dozen guild members in mourning attire were gathered outside. They shouted together, “Master Yu, please accept our condolences!”

“I don’t need your meaningless words. Let others offer their condolences!”

With that, he walked straight ahead, passing through the ranks of junior members, the manager gesturing, and a group of junior members following him out.

…

At that moment, Chen Jie was in the Bai Family’s training field, moving large and small stone discs, while Wu Hong next to him was drinking a medicinal soup.

The soup was as red as blood.

This was a soup made from Blood Ganoderma, a potent medicine.

Not far away, Wu Zhong also held a bowl, though his appeared somewhat more diluted.

Doctor Bai had prescribed a replenishing Blood Replenishing Powder for the two, with Blood Ganoderma as the main ingredient. Originally, Wu Hong would have been thoroughly rejuvenated by this Blood Ganoderma alone. His lost vitality would be replenished, and he might even further strengthen his vitality, laying a foundation for the Energy Transformation phase.

However, Wu Hong refused, insisting on sharing the excess with Wu Zhong, who also needed to recover his vitality.

Wu Zhong didn’t want to accept, but Wu Hong threatened him, saying if he didn’t drink it, then neither would he, causing both father and son to suffer. Wu Zhong couldn’t argue with his son and finally agreed.

Nevertheless, most of the Blood Ganoderma still went to Wu Hong.

Wu Zhong’s life had plateaued, the Refining Body Realm was his limit, and it was unlikely he would break through to the Dark Force phase.

However, he didn’t have lofty ambitions; living a comfortable life was enough.

But he had high hopes for his son, Wu Hong, who had the potential to far surpass him!

Chen Jie was also drinking a medicinal soup, called Solidifying Meat Powder. However, its effects were average. If Chen Jie wanted to reach the Refining Body Realm in a short period, this was far from enough. He needed a more substantial medicinal boost.

But such medicine was not easy to come by; he needed the right opportunity to find Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures.

Wu Hong had exchanged a few moves with Chen Jie, and he was greatly impressed with Chen Jie’s Surging Wave Palm, especially when he occasionally mixed in a couple of Water Manipulation Palm moves.

This made Wu Hong exclaim, “Jiu Si, there seems to be a hidden mystery in your Surging Wave Palm. If you could unravel it, it might be a great opportunity. With your current strength, you could stand head to head with Yu Biao and not be weaker than him.”

Chen Jie wasn’t too pleased to hear this because he knew that to defeat Yu Biao completely, he might need to use the Water Manipulation Palm. However, during that day’s observation, high-ranking members of both Guild Cao and the Fishing Guild were present. He had to conceal his skill. If the top fighters recognized his technique, it would be quite disadvantageous for him!

Moreover, Chen Jie worried that Yu Biao might break through to the Refining Body Realm in those days, and beating him—especially while holding back—would be almost impossible.

Chen Jie was quite troubled.

Regardless, Chen Jie had no other solutions for the time being. He did have one idea, but to pinpoint that item’s exact location, he needed more time.

And so a day passed.

At night, in the early hours, Chen Jie awoke to the familiar sound of the intelligence notification.

He had nearly developed a biological clock; at this point, he would automatically wake up.

[Today’s intelligence has been updated (Level 2)]

[1. Today you met with the Big Ship Leader and obtained intelligence that he is currently hiding in the home of Manager Zheng from the White Tiger Hall of the Fishing Guild. Manager Zheng is trying to find a way to save his brother-in-law but has yet to find a solution. Faced with the dilemma, he considers abandoning him, but his beloved concubine vehemently opposes.]

[2. Today you met with Li Sanding, the Second Ship Leader, and obtained intelligence that he is intensively practicing his Martial Arts to impress in the Land Officer Competition seven days from now and gain Sect Master Peng’s favor.]

[3. Today you met Yu Biao and obtained intelligence that Yu Biao has set up a spirit altar for Yu Sanliu, and before the altar swore to avenge him. Currently, he suspects two parties: first, the hidden master of the Fishing Guild, and second, you, Chen Jiusi!]

[4. Today you met Yu Biao and obtained intelligence that Yu Biao carried a silver note to exchange with an Inner Hall Disciple of Guild Cao for a Flesh Condensing Pill, planning to forcibly break into the Refining Body Realm. The deal has been completed, and within three days, he could enter the Refining Body Realm!]

[5. Due to your strong desire to learn more about the Bull Horn Shrimp, you’ve gained intelligence that it can be confirmed that the Bull Horn Shrimp are near the Reed Marsh. The exact location still needs to be explored…]