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"Yes." Wang Yi and Niu Meng were speechless for a moment, and finally had to yield to Li Yuyan's intimidation.
"Alright, Li Yuyan, stop messing around," Li Kaishan said. "Wang Yi, Niu Meng, from now on, you will follow the eldest sister and make sure to protect her, understand?" His tone was extremely stern at the end.
"Yes," Wang Yi and Niu Meng replied in unison.
"Good, since that's the case, brothers, let's drink heartily," Li Kaishan raised his cup and said loudly.
After three rounds of drinks, the sun began to set, and it was getting late. Wang Yi and Niu Meng retreated with the other Bandits, leaving only Li Kaishan and Zhou Chang in the large hall.
"Big brother, what should we do with those two women we've captured?" Zhou Chang asked.
"First, send a few trusted brothers to take care of them. Treat them well with food and drink; no one is allowed to harm a single hair on them," Li Kaishan instructed.
"Big brother, is this really necessary for this business?" Zhou Chang questioned.
"Second brother, we've been brothers for many years; I won't hide it from you. That girl is from the Chu Family of Xiangzhou Prefecture," Li Kaishan said with a flicker in his eyes.
"What? Big brother, are you serious?" Zhou Chang gasped. "The Chu Family is one of the Three Great Families of Xiangzhou Prefecture. If we capture her, will the Chu Family let us go?"
"With our strength going against the Chu Family would definitely lead to our demise. But things are different now; someone wants to deal with the Chu Family. Xiangzhou Prefecture is about to change," Li Kaishan's eyes revealed a hint of madness.
"The Zhao Family wants to take action against the Chu Family? But will the Zhou Family allow the Zhao Family to do that?" Zhou Chang frowned and asked.
"The Zhou Family has already allied with the Zhao Family," Li Kaishan replied calmly.
"What?" Zhou Chang exclaimed, shocked. This was simply explosive news. As a result, the major forces within Xiangzhou Prefecture would have to reposition themselves, inevitably leading to a massacre.
"What we need to do is wait for the Chu Family to send someone," Li Kaishan said.
"To act as bait for the Zhao Family?" Zhou Chang questioned in surprise, immediately rejecting the idea. "Big brother, we can't do that! If things go wrong, it will implicate the Brothers. Moreover, with our strength, we cannot withstand the Chu Family."
"Second brother, don't you understand my good intentions?" Li Kaishan stood up, hands behind his back, and said angrily. "I'm doing this for the sake of the Brothers. Do you want to be a bandit for life?"
"Being a bandit isn't so bad," Zhou Chang retorted indignantly. "Besides, what does the power struggle between the Zhao Family and the Chu Family have to do with us? It's like seeking skin from a tiger."
"Second brother." Li Kaishan shouted angrily, his eyes flashing with intensity. He took a deep breath and said, "The Zhao Family promised us that after they destroy the Chu Family, they would let the Court withdraw its siege against us. This is a rare opportunity."
"This... sigh." Zhou Chang hesitated for a moment, letting out a long sigh and falling silent.
Li Kaishan walked over and patted Zhou Chang's shoulder. "Second brother, I hope you can understand my good intentions."
"Alright!" Seeing his brother's helpless expression, Zhou Chang had no choice but to agree.
The night was hazy, with no light in sight. The evening breeze was cool; in the back mountain, a gentle wind rustled through the trees, casting shadows that swayed like ghostly figures—ominous and terrifying.
Two figures appeared beneath the trees. One was dressed in black clothing, with their face obscured by wooden gear and cold eyes devoid of emotion. The other wore blue clothing and carried a precious sword; this person was Wang Yi, who belonged to Li Kaishan.
"How did it go?" The figure in black asked coldly, without any emotion.
"Don't worry! We have captured the person you wanted," Li Kaishan said calmly.
"Very good." The man in black nodded and suddenly whistled, the sound clear as a nightingale, piercing yet melodious.
As the sound faded, faint footsteps echoed through the forest, and several shadows rushed toward them with incredible speed, like phantoms.
"Greetings, Leader." Five men in black appeared before the Wooden Faced Man, kneeling on one knee.
"Get up!" the Wooden Faced Man waved his hand.
"What do you mean by this?" Li Kaishan's expression changed slightly, revealing a hint of shock and mild displeasure. All five of these men were Profound Realm Warriors; although they were only at the first level, they should not be underestimated.
"Hehe, it's nothing. It's just that Chu Yi has already learned that his daughter has been kidnapped and knows it was you who did it. So it won't be long before the Chu Family members come. These five were sent by the family head to assist you. I hope you can delay as much as possible and keep Chu Yi here," the man in black said with a chuckle, unhurriedly.
Before he finished speaking, Li Kaishan broke into a cold sweat. A chill ran down his spine as he hurriedly asked, "So soon?"
"Hehe, the Chu Family is one of the Three Great Families; their influence is beyond your imagination," the Wooden Faced Man said disdainfully in a low voice. "What? Are you scared?"
"Hmph, since we've already done it, there's no reason to be afraid," Li Kaishan replied, calming himself. After all, the Chu Family had stood tall in Xiangzhou Prefecture for over a hundred years; uprooting them would not be easy.
"It better be that way," the Wooden Faced Man said.
"Then about my request..." Li Kaishan's eyes revealed a hint of greed.
"Rest assured, after the matter is accomplished, the Fourth-Rank Martial Technique and five hundred thousand High-Quality Origin Stones will be delivered to you," the man in black said, a fleeting glimmer of killing intent in his eyes, before speaking calmly.
"Alright," Li Kaishan gritted his teeth and finally nodded.
The Wooden Faced Man nodded and turned to the five men in black. "You five must ensure that Chu Yi stays here, even if it costs you your lives. Do you understand?"
"Yes," the five replied in unison.
"Li Kaishan, I hope you won't disappoint the family head," the man in black said. "Xiangcheng is not far from here; you should prepare immediately." With that, he vanished into a shadow and disappeared into the Deep Forest.
Inside the room.
"Big Brother, what should we do now?" Niu Meng glanced out the window and asked, "How about we just burn this place down tonight?"
"No way, if we do that, we might not be able to get out ourselves," Wang Yi frowned and asked, "Do you still remember that woman?"
"The woman? Hahaha, Big Brother, you've only met her once; you wouldn't have fallen for her, would you?" Niu Meng was taken aback by Wang Yi's seriousness and laughed as he pointed at him. "Why not let Li Kaishan marry her off to you?"
"Don't joke about kidnapping; she is Chu Yixuan's sister," Wang Yi said quietly.
"What?" Niu Meng's expression changed. Seeing Wang Yi's serious demeanor, which did not seem like a joke, he quickly lowered his voice. "Big Brother, are you serious? But how did she end up being kidnapped here?"
"I don't understand either, but since we've seen this matter, I have to find a way to rescue her," Wang Yi said. Although he didn't know why Chu Wanqing was kidnapped, he felt compelled to save her to repay Chu Yixuan's kindness.
"However... they are numerous, and we don't even know where she is being held. How can we rescue her?" Although Niu Meng did not like to think too much, he understood that rescuing a weak woman from the Tiger Prison was not easy. Moreover, the two of them were already risking their lives by climbing the mountain. If their identities were revealed, they would undoubtedly die.
"So we need to first understand the situation in the mountains and then rescue Chu Wanqing to avenge Uncles," Wang Yi said, a fierce look flashing across his face. The memory of Uncles dying tragically at the hands of these Mountain Bandits ignited a fire in his heart; this revenge must be taken!
"Alright then!" Niu Meng replied.
"At that time, don't act rashly; stay calm," Wang Yi advised.
Niu Meng nodded seriously.
The next morning.
Li Yuyan was dressed in a finely tailored red Lotus Group outfit. The young girl looked as beautiful as a newly bloomed lotus flower. Her delicate fragrance swayed in the wind as her embroidered eyes fixed directly on Wang Yi and Niu Meng, making both of them feel extremely tense, even Niu Meng, who was a large and dark figure, felt the pressure because they had already tasted this girl's capriciousness.
Li Yuyan walked gracefully, holding a whip in her right hand, and said, "I have an important mission that requires you two to accompany me. Are you willing?"
"Please give your orders, Miss!" Wang Yi and Niu Meng replied firmly.
"Good, very good. What I need is exactly followers like you," Li Yuyan nodded in satisfaction and said, "Now come with me."
Wang Yi and Niu Meng exchanged glances, both puzzled about what this willful girl was planning again. However, feeling compelled, they followed behind her.
Just as they stepped out of the courtyard, Chen Er Gou rushed over and respectfully said, "Miss, Big Boss wants to see you."
"Hmph, do you know why Father is looking for me?" Li Yuyan's excitement immediately turned into dissatisfaction.
"I don't know," Chen Er Gou replied.
"Lead the way," Li Yuyan said helplessly.
After a while, Wang Yi and Chen Er Gou followed Li Yuyan to the main hall, where they saw Li Kaishan and Zhou Chang sitting in the hall with serious expressions. The bandits were seated at both ends, silent and not daring to breathe, the air thick with a heavy atmosphere, as if wind and rain were about to come.
"Father, why did you call for your daughter?" As soon as Li Yuyan entered, she expressed her displeasure. After noticing the heavy atmosphere in the hall, she furrowed her delicate brows and looked somewhat frightened. "Father, what happened?"
Wang Yi's heart sank when he saw Li Kaishan's stern face and Zhou Chang's troubled expression. What could have happened? He then gestured to Niu Meng to remain calm.
"Father has decided to leave Heimu Mountain and wants you to go first," Li Kaishan said, his expression serious.
"Leave here? Why? Is it because the government is going to target us again?" Li Yuyan was filled with confusion. Although she usually didn't pay much attention to the affairs of the gang, she knew this was a matter of life and death for them. Heimu Mountain was a hard-earned family business that had gained fame in Xiangzhou Prefecture; why would they suddenly abandon it? This was too sudden for her, who was usually lively and carefree.
"The informant we have in the government has sent word that soon they will launch a large-scale attack on Heimu Mountain. I have already arranged for a carriage; we will head down the mountain to Yong City immediately. I have made arrangements for someone to meet us there, and then Father will come find you," Li Kaishan said calmly, showing no signs of distress on his face.
"Those corrupt officials," Li Yuyan gritted her teeth in anger.
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