Chapter 83

Yang Shaoxing was not alone; around him, various figures gathered like stars around the moon. Behind them were servants and patrol officers, making a group of nearly fifty, a truly impressive sight.

The most striking figure was a young man standing shoulder to shoulder with Yang Shaoxing. The young man was dressed in patrol officer standard equipment, but this set was far superior to the ordinary ones. On his chest was a badge symbolizing his position, indicating that he was the third in command of the Order Shelter.

By modern standards, he was essentially the deputy director of a city's public security bureau.

A deputy director of the city's public security bureau under thirty, young and powerful! Moreover, he was a four-star Awakened!

Yang Shaoxing knew about Yang Buji's plan to kill, so he had found his cousin "Liang Shan'gu" early on, requesting the patrol officers to adjust their route and intensify the search in a certain area. With Liang Shan'gu's authority, he didn't even need to give the order personally to get it done.

This was why, despite the huge commotion at the inn, no one had come to investigate.

Facing them was a group of black-armored soldiers, their presence solid and imposing. They stood in a line like a black blade, cutting off the street and blocking the path forward, forming a clear confrontation with the other side.

Yang Shaoxing saw Xu Dong behind the window from a distance, his pupils contracting, knowing that Yang Buji had been defeated. He silently cursed him as a waste of space and gave a signal to his subordinates. Three servants stepped forward toward the inn.

Unexpectedly, a group of soldiers in front suddenly drew their swords with a metallic clang, their blades gleaming and their momentum fierce. These soldiers had been tested in blood and fire, and when they drew their swords, a wave of killing intent surged forward, even making the patrol officers change their expressions, let alone the Yang family servants.

They were all frozen in place, stiff and rigid, but bound by their master's orders, they could neither advance nor retreat.

Seeing this, Yang Shaoxing sneered, "Commander Cheng, what a grand display of power! The city lord's iron rule is that the outer camp does not interfere with the inner affairs. Now, while the city lord is away, you dare to extend your hands into Blood Helmet City. When the city lord returns, are you not afraid of being chopped to pieces?"

Cheng Jianbang stood with his hands behind his back, not even glancing at Yang Shaoxing, and said calmly, "Being chopped to pieces is nothing; it's better than losing one's life. I'm afraid that the Order Shelter will act unjustly and harm the civilians. Then, while your Yang family can stand aside, many others will lose their lives. This muddled account, I wonder how it will be settled."

Cheng Jianbang's voice was neither too light nor too heavy, but it echoed throughout the scene. Many people, who had initially intended to support the Yang family and curry favor with the second young master, now changed their expressions. Out of politeness, they didn't leave, but they were already backing off, unwilling to get involved.

Yang Shaoxing gritted his teeth in hatred, but with the other party's status and reputation as a famous strong hand in Blood Helmet City, he couldn't act rashly.

Cheng Jianbang's simple words immediately suppressed the arrogance of the newcomers.

However, Liang Shan'gu, who was beside Yang Shaoxing, still wore a smile. He bowed slightly and said politely, "That inn's walls have collapsed, and it's unclear if anyone was injured. You won't let the Yang family servants pass, but surely you can't stop the patrol officers as well?"

At this moment, the entire scene fell silent. Liang Shan'gu noticed that Yang Shaoxing's eyes flashed with intense coldness. Xu Dong's appearance had attracted a lot of attention. Many people stretched their necks to get a good look.

Noticing Yang Shaoxing's gaze, Liang Shan'gu also focused on Xu Dong, marveling, "This young man is quite capable."

He still smiled, but inwardly thought: Although Yang Buji is only a two-star Awakened, he is about to break through to three-star. Now that a major supporter has been killed, Shaoxing's position in the Yang family is even more precarious. No wonder he hates Xu Dong so much.

The other onlookers, however, lacked Liang Shan'gu's discernment.

"He looks ordinary, nothing special."

"His clothes are so tattered; I'd rather he go shirtless. He's clearly a bumpkin."

"Hey, that girl is incredibly beautiful! Even more beautiful than the most beautiful courtesan in Blood Helmet City!"

Xu Dong, holding the injured Qidao, walked out of the inn and directly into the line of the guard soldiers. He ignored the murmurs of the crowd and the cold gaze of Yang Shaoxing. However, he overlooked the fact that Liang Shan'gu's eyes had not left Qidao since he saw her.

A hint of greed and desire flashed in his eyes.

Cheng Jianbang glanced at Xu Dong, who nodded slightly. With a wave of his hand, the black-armored soldiers stepped aside, making a path.

The patrol officers, as if granted amnesty, hurriedly entered the inn and soon dug out a gruesome corpse from the rubble, carrying it to the front of the crowd.

Seeing this corpse, everyone present, including the two strongest, Cheng Jianbang and Liang Shan'gu, changed their expressions and involuntarily drew in a breath. Especially Yang Shaoxing, who stared at Xu Dong with clenched fists, his eyes burning with hatred. If looks could kill, Xu Dong would have been torn to pieces instantly.

Yang Buji's fatal wound was on his left chest, a wound as large as a fist. The flesh around it was torn, and the ribs were shattered. His heart was smashed into a bloody mess.

Liang Shan'gu was surprised, "What terrifying explosive power! At least the upper level of a three-star Strength Awakened!"

He carefully examined the wound on the corpse, glanced at Xu Dong, and thought, "Agile Awakened focus on explosive power, aiming for vital points like the throat, eyes, and groin. They rarely use sharp weapons. This boy used the Tiger Pounce from the Yang family's Tiger Style, breaking through Yang Buji's defense and shattering his heart with his bare hands!"

Yang Shaoxing was furious. The Tiger Style was a unique training method of the Yang family, yet it had been used by an outsider to kill a family member. Even if the Tiger Power was not fully developed, it was more powerful than when used by Yang Buji.

This was a direct and public slap in the face!

"Xu Dong! You secretly practiced the Yang family's methods and killed a member of our family. Are you openly challenging the Yang family?" Yang Shaoxing took a deep breath and bowed to Liang Shan'gu, "Lord Liang, I request that you uphold justice for the Yang family and apprehend this murderer to give Buji a fair trial."

Yang Buji, upon hearing the young master's words, knew that things were going badly.

Sure enough, a flash of displeasure crossed Liang Shan'gu's eyes. He glanced at Yang Shaoxing but said nothing, inwardly cursing, "This Yang Shaoxing, truly doesn't know his place! No wonder he can't secure the position of the Yang family's young master!"

In fact, there were still many discerning people present. Since the camp commander Cheng Jianbang had even violated the city lord's iron rule to enter the city and protect someone, how could he stand by and let Liang Shan'gu arrest the person? Individually, the guard soldiers might fear the Yang family's power, but as a whole, they could show no favor!

Yang Shaoxing's request was pushing Liang Shan'gu to the forefront. How could Lord Liang not feel resentful?

However, Liang Shan'gu was also a shrewd person. After a moment's thought, he came up with a plan and asked Cheng Jianbang, "Camp Commander, since a murder has occurred in the city, as a member of the Order Shelter, I can't ignore it, right? Can the young man named Xu Dong show his identity papers so I can record them?"

Yang Shaoxing's eyes widened, and he lowered his voice, "Cousin, are you really going to let this pass? I can't swallow this humiliation!"

On the side, Yang Buji caught on to something and revealed a look of realization. He quickly pulled on his young master's sleeve and whispered in his ear, "Second Young Master, let Lord Liang handle this. There might still be a chance!"

Yang Shaoxing, who was usually a clear thinker, had been blinded by anger. After a moment's thought, he realized something and immediately fell silent.

Cheng Jianbang, not knowing what Liang Shan'gu was up to, agreed to the request for identity papers and signaled to Xu Dong, "Xu Dong, show your identity papers for registration. It's getting late, and I need to return to the camp to handle military affairs."

However, to his surprise, Xu Dong's face suddenly turned grim.

Cheng Jianbang was taken aback and quickly lowered his voice, "You don't have identity papers, do you?"

To be honest, Xu Dong had considered whether he needed to obtain a household registration through the security officer, North Corner Bear, when he first arrived. Later, he found that the household registration system in this society was very loose, and whether or not he registered made little difference. For example, Old Master Three, who had been a blacklisted person all his life, still lived a comfortable life.

So, he didn't pay much attention to it.

Who would have thought that now they would be checking household registration!

Cheng Jianbang realized the seriousness of the situation and said sternly, "Xu Dong, do you know what it means to not have identity papers? It means that in Liang Shan'gu's mouth, you can be anyone! Don't understand? If he says you are a spy from an enemy country, and you can't provide identity papers, even if you aren't, you are now! If I still insist on protecting you, I will be labeled as a traitor by the higher-ups. So, you think about it. Either run or accept your fate; there's no other way."

Cheng Jianbang was straightforward and didn't make the decision privately. He explained the situation to Xu Dong and waited for his decision. His words also implied that if Xu Dong wanted to run, he could provide some help.

Xu Dong understood the gravity of the situation but could he escape?

Liang Shan'gu didn't know that Xu Dong was from another world, but he knew that most of the candidates in the city didn't have identity papers. As the head of the Order Shelter, he was more aware of this than the camp commander. Hence, his question had the desired effect.

At this moment, Yang Shaoxing sneered, "Don't tell me you can't provide identity papers? If so, I will suspect that you are a spy sent by a neighboring country to gather information about Blood Helmet City."

As soon as he spoke, Xu Dong became the center of attention.

A cold sweat trickled down his forehead and dripped onto Qidao's face in his arms. He remained silent, his mind blank, unable to come up with a solution.

The situation had taken an unexpected turn, truly catching him off guard.

Just as Xu Dong was racking his brain and still had no solution, a loud and arrogant voice echoed from a distance, "The third young master of the Yang family is here. Who dares to block my path? Get out of the way, or the third young master's fists will land on you!"

Soon, a young man dressed in dazzlingly luxurious clothes appeared, surrounded by a crowd. He glanced casually, but his eyes were fixed on Xu Dong, showing a false look of surprise. He asked, "Xiao Dongzi, why is it you? What are you up to now?"

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