Chapter 72

"Mr. Zhang, this time, my family's reception was inadequate. Please allow us to make up for it next time!" Xu Deng looked at Zhang Jin, his brows slightly furrowed as he said.

These few words were already quite heavy for him, a scion of a prominent family.

A promising small auction had almost been turned into a slaughterhouse by Zhang Jin and Lai De. Just thinking about it made him feel a chill. Xu Deng naturally had no good impression of Zhang Jin, who had been indecisive. His dislike for Zhang Jin even surpassed that for Lai De.

Zhang Jin's face turned pale. This was a public declaration to drive him away from Laojun Mountain, which meant that the subsequent transactions would be out of his reach! Even at tomorrow's main event, he would probably be the least welcome person besides Lai De!

He was not without regret. He had offended so many powerful families and gained nothing in return, which was truly frustrating.

Seeing the cold faces of the other strong figures, Zhang Jin shook his head and looked at Xi Zhilan: "Lan'er, will you follow me?"

Xi Zhilan shook her head and said, "Grandmaster, Brother asked me to follow Young Master Qin Yu."

The little girl was also dissatisfied with her grandmaster's performance, but she did not want to say it outright.

Zhang Jin nodded: "Then be careful. I'll go ahead."

With a wave of his hand, a golden bamboo token flew over.

Xi Zhilan reached out to catch it.

"This is the token for the auction. Keep it."

Zhang Jin clapped his hands and turned to walk down the mountain quickly.

Watching his figure as he descended, Kuai Qi suddenly said in a low voice, "General Liu, you should not attend the auction. Return to Jiangling today, mobilize the Rui Bu and Qi Shi battalions, and prepare for the campaign. I will send an urgent letter to Cai Changshi, ordering Captain Wen to act."

Jiangling was the seat of the Southern Commandery, governed by Cai Mao, who also served as the governor of Southern Commandery. However, he lived in Xiangyang, and the administrative affairs were handled by his deputy, Cai He, the Chief Secretary of Southern Commandery. In military matters, the actual defense of Jiangling was the responsibility of Captain Wen Ping.

Liu Pan was delighted. The auction was originally ordered by Captain Wen Ping for him to observe, and it was also a benefit for him, but he was not good at socializing and had long been impatient.

"Yes, Mr. Kuai!"

Although Kuai Qi did not hold a military position, he still had the social skills of a prominent family. Cai He would not refuse him on such a trivial matter.

Huang Zhong said, "Send some scouts to Lingling first, but don't alarm them. Wait until we return before taking action."

Liu Pan nodded in agreement.

Xu Deng said, "Nephew, don't worry. I will have the family send a Transcendent Realm expert to accompany you."

Kuai Qi and Huang Zhong were both very pleased.

Huang Zhong asked Shi Huang, "Lord Shi, can Cangwu Commandery send troops to assist with the appearance of such a demonic disciple in Lingling?"

Shi Huang replied irritably, "Of course. Let's see if the troops from Jiangling can get past Changsha first."

They spoke without any reservations, and Xu Deng heard everything clearly. He asked in confusion, "What do you mean, Changsha will not agree?"

Kuai Qi stroked his eyebrows, clearly also suddenly thinking of this issue. Changsha was between Jiangling and Lingling, and it was right on the southern bank of the Yangtze River. Without the consent of the governor of Changsha, Zhang Xian, not a single soldier could cross the river.

Just then, Qin Sanzhuang walked over and suddenly said with a smile, "You can go through Wuling."

Kuai Qi was taken aback and looked at him, "Qin Jingfu, can you represent the Wuxi tribes to make this commitment?" Wuling was southwest of Changsha, and there was a road to Lingling, but the Wuxi tribes were not easy to deal with.

Qin Sanzhuang turned to look at Lady Deng.

Lady Deng said, "We, the Wuxi tribes, have decided to honor Qin Jingfu as our supreme leader."

Kuai Qi was greatly surprised, "Really?"

This was truly astonishing news. The Wuling tribes had a supreme leader who could command the Wuxi tribes.

Xu Deng said happily, "Old Qin, I didn't expect you to be promoted! Supreme Leader, impressive! Congratulations!"

Qin Sanzhuang smiled slightly, "Old Brother, don't just give me empty words. Show me something substantial to congratulate me."

"I said, whatever you want, as long as I can get it, I'll do it without hesitation."

"I think this small crossbow is nice. Give it to me first, and I'll think about the rest." Qin Sanzhuang said half-jokingly.

Xu Deng glared at him, threw it over, and then took three black boxes from a servant and threw them to Qin Sanzhuang, "These are special crossbow bolts!"

Qin Sanzhuang exclaimed, "Old Xu, are you serious?"

Xu Deng said, "A life-saving favor, what's a little toy?"

Qin Sanzhuang looked at the exquisite golden crossbow in his hand and nodded, "It's just a toy. Kid, take it and play with it." He then handed it to Qin Yu.

Qin Yu received the valuable gift in confusion, looking at Xu Deng and then at Qin Sanzhuang.

Huang Zhong said, "We really need to thank this kid. Without him, we wouldn't have won so smoothly." He explained to Xu Deng and Kuai Qi how Qin Yu had suggested that Shi Huang and he not sever Lai De's iron sword.

Xu Deng sighed, "I didn't expect Nephew Qin to be so wise and perceptive. Truly, heroes emerge from the young!"

Qin Yu chuckled and glanced at Qin Sanzhuang, thinking, "Why is Uncle so eager to please me?"

Zhang Ren excitedly poked Qin Yu, meaning to ask for the crossbow to play with. Qin Yu ignored him, thinking this thing might not be his yet, so he couldn't give it away.

Qin Sanzhuang smiled, "Alright, Brother Xu, I've repaid the life-saving favor. Now, if I have a request, will you agree?"

Xu Deng looked at Kuai Qi, who frowned but nodded.

"I know you won't make it difficult for me," Qin Sanzhuang added.

Xu Deng thought for a moment and said, "Alright!"

Qin Sanzhuang turned and looked at Qin Yu with a smile, "Little Yu, what about you?"

Qin Yu looked at Qin Sanzhuang's face, several thoughts flashing through his mind. Finally, he laughed bitterly and threw the golden crossbow back to Qin Sanzhuang.

This attitude was clear enough. Qin Sanzhuang was slightly surprised, wondering if the kid had guessed what they were going to do.

Lady Deng smiled, "Nephew, we have some personal grievances with Lord Shi... you understand! You can stay neutral."

"Grudges are a good reason!" Qin Yu felt a bit embarrassed, apologized to Lady Deng in his heart, and firmly shook his head, "That's impossible! A man must repay his debts. I have received several days of instruction from Lord Shi, which helped me break through the Dark Realm barrier. Just now, Lord Shi bravely saved my life from a Transcendent Realm master. Such a great favor cannot be left unrepaid."

Everyone understood. Such a favor was indeed significant.

Qin Sanzhuang smiled, "Good nephew, truly a man! However, with your current cultivation, you're not enough to help Lord Shi, right?"

On the Wuling side, there were Qin Sanzhuang, Lady Deng, Sheng Chang, Zeng Yinyin, Zeng Xiaodie, and Tang Nanzhu, all Dark Realm experts. Except for Zeng Xiaodie and Tang Nanzhu, who were slightly weaker, the other four were top-tier experts. Even if Qin Yu joined, he could at most hold back Zeng Xiaodie, which wouldn't change the overwhelming disadvantage.

"Uncle, you're right!" Qin Yu nodded and said frankly, "However, favors cannot be traded! Today, there is no other choice but to fight to the death! No regrets!"

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... The last three days of the new book, fight to the death, no regrets!

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