Chapter 321: Same Boat (1/2)
Chapter 321: Same Boat
Translator: IreneEditor: X/TYZ
”Think you guys can just do as you like?”
A messy haired old man guarding the door shot a side glance at Tong Gui and Yu Jin. He leaned against a big, glossy black wine jar and strange bubbling noises could be heard coming from inside.
Without retorting the two vice division leaders, Tong Gui and Yu Jin, bent over slightly and listened respectfully.
”Do you know how much blood and sweat I’ve poured for this bowl of porridge? That’s right, blood and sweat. I found the people and contacted them, but they refused to agree no matter what. Said something about the portion being big, but barely enough! Was I gonna give up just like that? Of course not! I found out that they were lacking in ingredients. Let me tell you that someone with willpower will not give up so easily!”
Tong Gui’s copper mask did not give off its usual cold luster. Instead, it looked as if it was going to melt soon. Meanwhile, Yu Jin’s high bun looked like a frosted carrot.
The old man became increasingly excited and radiant as he spoke. His saliva flew everywhere.
”I saw that they had yet to gather the best quality canna flowers, hahaha. Coincidentally, I knew that the leader of a bandit crew was in possession of them. I set off that very night so you can tell how important this was. The canna flowers might fall into the hands of others if I were to delay my journey any longer. After a night of work I wiped the whole crew out. For the next two hours I searched the whole mountain and finally found this precious canna stump. What do you say, does it sound easy?”
It could’ve been because of the blazing sun that beads of sweat dripped onto the floor from the edge of Tong Gui’s mask and that Yu Jin’s back was soaked.
The old man sighed. ”Not easy! In exchange for this stump, they finally agreed to give me a bowl of porridge, but what do you know? They sent me out here to guard the door. I was furious. Asking a person of my status to guard the gate? But on second thought, wouldn’t all my previous effort be superfluous if any brat simply stumbles over and tries to get a bowl of the porridge that I’ve worked so hard for? That little fellow, Ai Hui, made sense. If more people come over, wouldn’t my share be reduced?”
Tong Gui and Yu Jin sweat poured profusely.
Satisfied, the old man asked them, ”What do you guys say? Does it make sense?”
”Yes, yes, yes, Senior. You’ve worked so hard. No one should freeload!” Tong Gui agreed repeatedly.
”You’re a sensible lad.” The old man heaved a long sigh as a nostalgic look appeared on his face. ”Old fellows like us have been slogging our whole life for the Elders Guild, but after sustaining a full body of internal injuries the Elders Guild tosses us aside. How mournful! Since I’m finally getting my hands on a bowl of porridge, I’m going to be direct. If the old fogeys from the Elders Guild come over for a free ride, they’re going to have to fight me first!”
Tongue-tied, Tong Gui shuddered slightly. ”Senior, you… you…”
Under the attentive gaze of the old fellow, Tong Gui clenched his teeth and continued, ”… are completely right!”
The old fellow was mollified. ”Hahaha, well done! You ain’t too bad, lad. Decent abilities. What vice division leader… you can totally be a division leader!”
Amid the old man’s candid laughter the duo fled in fear.
Breaking news: The Green Dragon Bandits that took over Green Dragon Mountain for years have all been wiped out. Their corpses and valuables are lying everywhere. ”Venerable Volcano” is the current suspect.
Tian Huzun, 64 years old, nicknamed ”Venerable Volcano,” fire elemental master.
He was one of the former candidates for the division leader position of the Ardent Flower Division. Because of his irritable nature, he lost control in a duel, killed somebody, and withdrew from the competition. He then went solo and accepted all kinds of missions, accumulating a net worth of 330,000 Heaven Merit Points. He was seventh on the recent list of wealthiest men.
At 46, Tian Huzun tried and failed to become a Grandmaster. Instead, his old injury reappeared and infrequently relapsed.
The friendship between Tian Huzun and Le Buleng ran deep. They had fought numerous times.
This report was sent to the study table of every residence and those who had seen it either gnashed their teeth or kneaded their head in worry. No one wanted to face Tian Huzun as an enemy. He had outstanding achievements, was very reputable, and was strong. Furthermore, he had a fiery temper and was easily triggered.
It was normal for a disagreement to lead to a fight. These people were all too familiar with this and were not shocked when a bloodbath occurred due to conflict.
The key was that they might not win.
These people banked on real abilities instead of hope. They were all old foxes, sly and tough.
Yet, everyone knew that his internal injury was the main reason why Tian Huzun had failed to break through. In order to heal these injuries, Tian Huzun would make an enemy out of anyone.
Madam Ling exclaimed in admiration, ”This young fellow is simply too crafty!”
After a short while, feeling somewhat stifled, Family Head Ling said begrudgingly with a pale face, ”Withdraw! Get all of them back here!”
Upon returning to the mayor’s residence, Tong Gui immediately flipped out and started cursing, ”Treacherous! Too treacherous! How dare he ask Tian Huzun to guard the door! Base, cheap, and cunning!”
Yu Jin added, ”Ought to be killed!”
Tong Gui jolted. ”Indeed! How do we kill him?”
After a short silence Yu Jin spat, ”Suicide.”
”…”
”Too treacherous, too cunning!”
Ai Hui shook his head sorrowfully. ”I did not expect something like this from you.”