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Chapter 99: Chapter 94 Wu Zhong: Notify the Fishing Guild brothers, it’s time to strike back!

“We may need to report this to the Manager, Lord,” several members of the Fishing Guild hesitated.

Hearing these words, Zhao Xun’s face immediately darkened as he said to the several men, “What do you mean by that? Do you think I would embezzle these mere coins?”

“No, no, it’s not that, we…”

“Enough, stop the nonsense. Remember, my cousin is the Manager of the White Tiger Hall. It’s just a small sum of money. Do you really think it’s worth my concern? You’re welcome to report it if you wish. But if this delays important matters, I’d like to see how you handle it.”

Having said that, the Big Ship Leader turned to leave!

Seeing this, the other staff members suddenly panicked.

“Wait, Big Ship Leader, wait! That’s not what we meant. We’ll load it right now, we’ll load it!”

“Nevermind, go ahead and report it!”

“We won’t report it, we won’t report it. Can’t you decide on such a small matter?”

…

At the crack of dawn, the Big Ship Leader rushed the fishery’s fastest horse carriage straight to the county city.

That’s right, he didn’t run away directly but went to the county city to see his backer, to see if there was any chance of reversing his situation. If not, he would flee to the ends of the earth.

…

Meanwhile, at the Bai Family.

Doctor Bai felt Wu Zhong’s pulse and, with the Bai family anxiously looking on, asked, “Dad, how is it?”

Without rushing to conclusions, Doctor Bai turned toward Chen Jie.

“Jiu Si, you give it a try.”

Chen Jie stepped forward to take Wu Zhong’s pulse and after a while, released his hand and said, “Uncle Zhong is deficient in blood and qi. He has suffered an injury to his essence, and there is also a Yin Cold Power within him that hinders his recovery. If it were simply a matter of replenishing his qi and blood, it would be easy to handle, but this Yin Cold Power?”

Doctor Bai nodded and said, “Exactly, it is this Yin Cold Power. Jiu Si, what do you think this Yin Cold Power is?”

After pondering, Chen Jie replied, “It seems to be a kind of miasma, from that gray fog, perhaps?”

Doctor Bai nodded slightly: “Right, that gray fog, which is toxic in itself. Plus, he was injured while in the mist. Look at these wounds; they are from wild beasts’ pounces, and here.”

“This has caused a leakage of his essence, allowing the gray fog to enter during weakness. To thoroughly cleanse it, there are only two methods. The first is time, and this injury can be healed in two to three years.”

“If we want to speed up the process, I’m afraid we need Obstacle Removal Pills.”

“Obstacle Removal Pills?”

At the mention of this medicine, Doctor Bai explained, “Yes, Obstacle Removal Pills. They are difficult to refine. Back when I was one of the Inner Hall Eight Doctors, I worked with several colleagues to produce a batch of thirty-two pills, which we distributed to a few elite disciples of the Fishing Guild. After so many years, who knows if any are left.”

“Can’t we refine another batch?”

Wu Hong asked, to which Doctor Bai replied, “It’s difficult. It was only possible with the combined efforts of my colleagues. Among us, our responsibilities were divided. I handled the theoretical aspects of the prescription, Doctor Zhang was in charge of controlling the dosage, as well as Old Wang, Old Li, and especially Old Liu who was responsible for controlling the fire temperature. The proper heat is very important for refining the elixir; too light or too heavy, and the elixir will fail to form.”

“Therefore, successfully refining that batch back then could be said to be a fortunate coincidence.”

“Now, if we want to refine it, first, it would be difficult to gather all the necessary herbs, as we don’t have the supplies of the Fishing Guild’s medicine storehouse. Second, the personnel are no longer complete. Old Wang and Old Liu have been dead for several years.”

Doctor Bai continued, “But it doesn’t matter if we don’t have the Obstacle Removal Pills, just a few years of rest will suffice.”

At this moment, Wu Zhong opened his eyes and said, “Cough cough… But dad, there are only eight days left until the Village Chief battle.”

Doctor Bai replied, “What are you worrying about at a time like this?”

Wu Zhong insisted, “Dad, we can’t just ignore it. We’ve already torn faces with Yu Biao. If he gets that Village Chief position, we’ll be at a disadvantage! Then it’s up to him how he squeezes and twists us. Can we really let him cover the sky with one hand in Xiantao Town?”

“Besides, the guild attaches great importance to this matter. Sect Master Peng will personally come to watch the battle,” Wu Zhong added.

“If the Guild Cao takes the face, Sect Master Peng might face difficulties,” Wu Zhong suggested.

Doctor Bai frowned upon hearing this.

Peng Shizhong did not get along well with the Gang Leader, Nan Batian.

Actually, the White Tiger Hall was isolated by Nan Batian. Thus, this Village Chief battle in Xiantao Town looked like a minor dispute, but if it was not handled well, it could become a handle for Nan Batian to target Peng Shizhong.

Nan Batian was like a smiling tiger, deviously cunning.

And Wu Zhong was one promoted by Peng Shizhong himself.

Within the Fishing Guild, Wu Zhong was part of the Peng faction, and thus had to consider a lot for those above him.

Chen Jie listened to their dilemma, and seeing the two in such difficulties, he spoke up, “Uncle Zhong, if it won’t work, what if I fight in your stead?”

“You?”

At first, Wu Zhong wanted to say it was impossible, but then he suddenly remembered Chen Jie’s bravery the day before.

Especially his Surging Wave Palm which was terrifyingly powerful.

Three palms to kill Yu Sanliu, one palm to send Zhao Xun flying; these achievements were laid out.

It could be said that Chen Jie’s strength was very close to the Late-stage Skin Buff Realm. Even if facing Yu Biao, the gap might not be very big.

Thinking this, Wu Zhong said, “That might be possible, but Jiu Si, with your current strength, you definitely can’t beat Yu Biao. With only eight days left, can you do it?”

After hearing these words, Chen Jie responded, “How will we know if we don’t try?”@@novelbin@@

Wu Zhong thought for a while and said, “Jiu Si, you’ll have to train hard for these eight days. You must at least reach the Peak of the Skin Buff Realm to have a chance of victory over Yu Biao.”

“Yu Biao is not like Yu Sanliu; he has been immersed in the Heart Shattering Palm for over a decade. His palm power is so strong that it could even match me in the Refining Body Realm, without being at a disadvantage.”

“If it weren’t for eating the Red-eyed Golden Chicken before, I probably wouldn’t even be his match.”

“I think to defeat him, I could only rely on suppressing him with my Realm!”

“Do you understand, Jiu Si?”

Wu Zhong was saying, when Doctor Bai from the side spoke, “Jiu Si, you better think carefully. I need to remind you that your strength must have been recognized by Yu Biao yesterday, and don’t forget, you killed Yu Sanliu. You and Yu Biao have a blood feud.”

“If you go onto the stage, it’s very likely that it won’t just end with a touch; it will be a gamble with your lives, my disciple. Think it through!”

“A gamble with lives!”

Chen Jie murmured to himself, and at this moment, Wu Hong said, “Jiu Si, how about you don’t go up? I’ll fight. I’ll take this match for my father!”

Wu Zhong shook his head and said, “With what status would you go up? This is a matter between the Fishing Guild and Guild Cao, why would a mere arrest officer join in the commotion? Besides, don’t you hate dealing with guild affairs the most?”

Wu Hong fell silent and didn’t reply.

Chen Jie said from the side, “Master, Brother Hong, I’ve actually thought this through. I have to settle things with Yu Biao once and for all. A grudge for killing his son; if I don’t kill him, he’ll want to kill me. There’s no hard feelings in that.”

“Instead of him trying some tricks behind my back, better that I confront him directly on the stage and fight to the death for a quick resolution!”

“And on the stage, he will find it hard to play dirty tricks, and I won’t have to be overly cautious.”

Chen Jie said.

Wu Zhong, Doctor Bai, and Wu Hong listened and all fell silent, feeling there was some truth in his words.

Su Yunjin, however, was at the side, playing nervously with her handkerchief, her worry no longer concealable. The Bai Family saw Su Yunjin’s unusual behavior and gently patted her shoulder, saying, “Since you chose to be with a man, you must be ready for the fear and anxiety. That’s the way the world is; you can’t expect stability!”

Yes, you can’t expect stability. In this world, if you’re just a compliant commoner, then you’ll be the one who is bullied.

So, it’s inevitable for a man to carry Wu Gou, to take over fifty states across the mountains!

And Chen Jie had his own plans.

If he helped in the fight for the Village Chief position, there would be benefits. For the upcoming battle for the position, various influential figures would be there to watch.

Peng Shizhong, one of the Thirteen Grand Protectors of the Fishing Guild, would come to observe.

If he could make a name for himself in front of the big shots, it would be very advantageous for his promotion.

Chen Jie had his lofty ambitions. He would not be content with just being a River Patroller or ship captain for the Fishing Guild in this small Xiantao Town, not even being a Manager was his aspiration.

He needed a bigger stage to realize his ambitions.

Could I not establish a foothold at the Headquarters? Could I not be a Manager at the Headquarters, could I not be a Hall Master or a Gang Leader?

Without dreams, what’s the difference between a man and a salted fish?

In the past life, one could lie flat because of welfare; you wouldn’t starve to death.

But in this world, there’s no welfare. If you dare to wallow in degeneration, then you only have one path; starvation!

To live better in this world, there’s only one way: climb up, hold more power and authority, and have more strength to protect those you want to protect.

So Chen Jie had to seize all the opportunities to climb upwards.

This battle for the Village Chief position was such a good opportunity, one that could get you into the higher echelons of the Fishing Guild. How could he give it up?

And he could also help Uncle Zhong. An opportunity often goes to the prepared, and Chen Jie was that prepared person!

Of course, dealing with Yu Biao wouldn’t be as simple as imagined. At least two Energy Transformation Masters would be watching the competition on the day, and his Water Manipulation Palm techniques’ origins must not be revealed.

So that day, he had to use the Surging Wave Palm as a cover, and only in the moment of decisive victory, could he use one or two moves similar to Surging Wave Palm.

Winning would still be somewhat difficult.

And with his current strength against Yu Biao, the odds were at best even, so he still needed to work hard. With eight days’ time, combining intelligence, could he find a way to break through to the Refining Body Realm? If he could reach the Refining Body Realm, he would be much more secure!

Chen Jie was pondering when Wu Zhong said, “Alright, Jiu Si, these next few days you should focus on your training and think things through. If you truly have the confidence to defeat Yu Biao, then go for it. It’s also a very good opportunity.”

Wu Zhong said no more at this point, but everyone understood.

If you can win the match, maybe you would be noticed by the higher-ups and get promoted.

But Wu Zhong and the Bai Family considered Chen Jie as one of their own, so this chance was given to Chen Jie; their main concern now was actually Chen Jie’s safety.

Winning would be an opportunity, but losing would be suicide!

Who didn’t understand this reasoning?

After Wu Zhong said this, he reached out to Mrs. Bai, “Lan’er, help me get up.”

Wu Zhong said, “Let’s set aside the matter of the competition for now. The grudge from last night must be avenged!”

“Jiu Si!”

“Uncle Zhong!”

“Go and find someone to inform the brothers at the fishery. Tell them to bring their weapons and gather here immediately. Also, specifically find someone to notify the Second Ship Leader to arrest Big Ship Leader Zhao Xun immediately. I absolutely won’t forgive that traitor!”

“Yes.”

Chen Jie nodded, and at that moment, Wu Zhong’s eyes were filled with anger. After being chased and hunted all night, he had been holding back his fury; it was time to vent.

Chen Jie immediately went out and found Xiao Hu.

Xiao Hu was furious at the moment, saying to Chen Jie, “Fourth Brother, both your home and mine were ransacked by Lu San and that old wretch Chen Sanliu; they moved all the good stuff to their homes. My mother came back and argued with them, and they said that since you’re finished, our possession is our redemption.”

“Heh… Xiao Hu, don’t worry about them for now; inform the Fishing Guild brothers to gather. It’s time we sorted them out properly!”

“Okay, got it!”

Xiao Hu responded excitedly.

While they may leap around joyously now, one must be careful in the days to come as accounts will be settled!