Above the Great Dao
Chapter 174 - 98 Sir, You’re Not Ruthless Enough_2

Chapter 174: Chapter 98 Sir, You’re Not Ruthless Enough_2

Fu Leisheng eyed the boat girl, who giggled and said, "We’ve been sailing on this river for many years, what kind of people haven’t we seen? You two, bristling with killing intent, are obviously out for revenge. Hey sweetheart, what’s the point of carrying these bamboos on your quest for vengeance?"

Chen Shi replied solemnly, "One end of these bamboos is sharpened into the shape of a sword, suitable for the First Form of the Meridian Evil Slayer Sword, the Stabbing Sword Style."

The boat girl shook her head and said, "It’s not appropriate for you to carry them on your back like this. I have a fish basket on my boat; you could put them in there."

She fetched a fish basket that could fit twenty to thirty thin bamboos. Chen Shi strapped it on his back and, finding it quite convenient, thanked her.

The boat girl chuckled, "Are you two here to collect corpses?"

"No need," Chen Shi tightened the straps of the fish basket and said, "I’ve always killed too many people; if I were to collect corpses, who knows how much it would cost."

"Boom!"

Thunder rumbled in the sky, which remained overcast without releasing any rain.

The boat girl handed him an umbrella, laughing and saying, "Yes, yes, you’ve killed many! Take it quick, don’t get drenched like a drowned rat."

Li Xiaozheng was the newly appointed governor of Xinxiang Province, and after just one day’s stay in Xinxiang County, he immediately rode out to assume his post.

After all, as a senior official dispatched from the Western Capital, his presence in the strategically important Xinxiang Province was crucial. With the Zhao family having wreaked havoc, unleashing Demon Transformations and sacrificing countless lives, there were many matters needing urgent attention.

However, while his departure was hurried, his family members were not required to be so rushed and could take their time traveling to the provincial city while enjoying the scenic route.

Governor Li was an honest man, not fond of female charms; he had married only two ladies, Xia Weiyin from the Xia Family and Yan Jingshu from the Yan Family, established as his official wife and legal companion, respectively.

Other than that, he had three concubines and a few maids.

As for mistresses, he had none.

His reputation was of utmost importance to him.

During this trip, the two ladies and the three concubines, each accompanied by house servants, children, and slaves, enjoyed themselves in Xinxiang County for a few days, washing away the fatigue of travel.

The principal wife, Xia Weiyin, said with a laugh, "Master left for Xinxiang Province the day before yesterday to take office. With the responsibilities of public affairs and the usual trivialities, it is unavoidable to greet officials from all sides. Personnel appointments and dismissals are quite chaotic. He also has to execute the heads of the Zhao family; a bounty of heads rolling on the ground. Such a bloody scene is not something we women should witness. Two days have passed; I imagine the heads that needed to be chopped have been chopped. We will slowly make our way there, to prevent any fox charmer from bewitching the master in the absence of women by his side."

The second wife, Yan Jingshu, said, "Sister speaks the truth. Xinxiang is not just any place; the officials here were originally the Zhao family’s men. Now that the Zhao family has fallen, they are like headless chickens, unsure how to ingratiate themselves with the master. They must be offering wealth, treasures, and even women. Although the master has a good reputation, the key is that he may not always remain unmoved."

The two ladies shared a knowing smile and summoned the wealthy businessman from Lingnan, saying, "Master, thank you for hosting us these past days. We are setting out for the provincial city today and wouldn’t want to impose any further."

The Lingnan businessman, an old acquaintance of Li Xiaozheng and involved in business with the Li Family of Quanzhou, hurriedly said, "Won’t the ladies stay a few more days? It would allow me the honor to show my respect."

The principal wife Xia Weiyin waved her hand and smiled, "Staying at your home, everyone seems rather uneasy, even afraid to speak loudly. We’ve already been an inconvenience, we couldn’t let you be further troubled."

The Lingnan businessman dared not refuse and immediately ordered his men to prepare some silver and valuable treasures, saying, "I know the two ladies and the master have no need for these, but they are merely a token of my sincerity."

The two ladies thought nothing of it and said, "Very well, consider it your act of filial piety." After speaking, they ordered their people to accept the gifts.

The second wife, Yan Jingshu, commanded the slaves and house servants to pack up, preparing to set off.

At that moment, the young master Tian Xiu approached, beaming with excitement.

Yan Jingshu asked, "My son, why are you so happy?"

"Mother, Aunt Gu and Master Zeng gave me a new Divine Embryo; my cultivation has improved by leaps and bounds!"

Li Tianxiu laughed and said, "It still hurts a bit where they put it in at the back of my head."

Both madams were shocked.

Li Tianxiu was Yan Jingshu’s youngest son, a precious child who was usually treated like a delicate treasure—coddled in their hands for fear of him falling, cherished in their mouths for fear of him melting away.

The young master was naturally intelligent beyond his years, but he alone was not fond of studying and had yet to cultivate his Divine Embryo.

The Li Family originally had someone from a side branch, Li Tianqing, who was graced by the True God with a first-grade Purple Jade Divine Embryo; it was suggested to use it for the young master.

However, the matter was dropped and never mentioned again.

This time, upon arriving at Xinxiang County, they heard that this small county town had someone who, during the Literary Examination, received a Divine Embryo accompanied by a descent of rosy clouds—an envy-inducing first-grade Wenchang Divine Embryo that countless people only dreamed of obtaining.

When Yan Jingshu and Xia Weiyin were discussing this, they casually remarked, "If Tianxiu could also be blessed by the True God with a first-grade Divine Embryo, I would be perfectly content."

"It was probably Housekeeper Fei’s own initiative!"

Yan Jingshu was somewhat angry and ordered someone to call for Housekeeper Fei.

Before long, Housekeeper Fei arrived.

This woman, in her forties, was originally a wet nurse of the Li family. Seeing her as capable and sensible, the madams had promoted her to manage the household affairs, responsible for all manners of tasks, big and small.

Indeed, Housekeeper Fei was shrewd and competent. She managed everything so well that the madams were relieved of many worries.

Yan Jingshu gave Housekeeper Fei a scolding and paused before saying, "Since the deed has been done, there’s nothing I can do about it now."

"Was the child, from whom the Divine Embryo was harvested, given a proper burial?" Xia Weiyin asked.

Housekeeper Fei smiled and said, "First Madam can rest assured, we certainly provided a generous burial. We didn’t snatch it by trickery or force; we paid a lot of money for it. The child’s family is from the countryside; they have more than one son, so missing one isn’t a big deal. We paid them enough."

Xia Weiyin nodded gently and said, "After all, it’s a deed that tarnishes karmic virtue, and if word got out, it would damage the Li Family’s reputation. The master cherishes his good name."

Housekeeper Fei understood and said, "This old servant will take care of it cleanly. The matter is only known to the County Magistrate and a few Government Officials. Madams, the carriages are ready, and the belongings are packed. It’s best to set off early."

Xia Weiyin nodded lightly and, surrounded by a group of women, walked outside.

Yan Jingshu turned to Li Tianxiu and asked with a smile, "Having received a new Divine Embryo, how do you feel?"

Li Tianxiu was bursting with excitement and said, "Mother, I feel as though my spirit has grown a hundredfold, and my cultivation speed has increased by I don’t know how many times!"

Yan Jingshu’s expression was stern as she said, "Now that you’ve obtained a good Divine Embryo, you must study diligently with Master Zeng and not be distracted! If you fool around with those maids again, I’ll break your legs!"

Li Tianxiu hastened to agree, then, spotting a tall horse, exclaimed excitedly, "Mother, I’m going to ride the horse!"

Yan Jingshu was exasperated but allowed him to proceed.

Everyone walked out of the estate and climbed aboard the chariots waiting outside.

Li Tianxiu mounted his horse and galloped towards the city’s outskirts, laughing and saying, "Mother, I’ll wait for you all outside the city!"

Yan Jingshu quickly said, "Master Zeng, you and your men follow Tianxiu!"

A scholar, nearly fifty years old, bowed and agreed. As he was about to mount his horse, a whoosh of a sound pierced the air, followed by a flash of green light that passed through the back of Li Tianxiu’s head as he wildly rode the horse, exiting through his forehead, bringing forth a spray of blood.

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