Free Web NovelChapter 15: Chapter 15: Speculation
Calming himself, Fang Xing pushed the thought aside.
Although killing Martial Artists could earn him Enhancement Points, Martial Artists were not so easily killed.
At the very least, his current strength was insufficient.
But with this unexpected windfall of fifty Enhancement Points, he could now start strengthening his Martial Arts.
A flicker of anticipation sparked within him. ’What changes will my Martial Arts undergo after being enhanced?’
’Envoy...’
’Who could it be?’
Drawing his saber, he wiped the blood from the blade, sheathed it, and pondered as he looked at Xu Hu’s corpse.
Judging from his last words, the person behind Xu Hu was likely no simple character.
From this, however, he could completely rule out Yang Bo.
The word "Envoy," more often than not, pointed to a Jianghu Influence.
The one truly after him must be this so-called Envoy.
But he was just a minor Constable; which Jianghu Influence would go to such great lengths to deal with him?
To act against him so maliciously, the grudge must be a serious one.
’Envoy... Jianghu Influence... Could it be!’
Suddenly, a name surfaced in Fang Xing’s mind.
The Fire Worship Sect!
When he had first transmigrated, his predecessor had been hunting a fugitive.
And that fugitive was from the Fire Worship Sect.
For a Cultist to be called an Envoy didn’t seem out of place.
’Could it be that guy...’ Fang Xing recalled a somewhat blurry face.
’The Fire Worship Sect is behind the Black Tiger Gang?’
’The Evil Cult has already infiltrated Qingshan...’
The fugitive was a Cultist who then ordered the Black Tiger Gang Leader to move against him. Everything seemed to connect.
But Fang Xing couldn’t be entirely sure; it was all just speculation on his part.
Now that he had finished off the Black Tiger Gang Leader, the "Envoy" behind the scenes would probably go into hiding.
He would be like a venomous snake lurking in the shadows, ready to strike at any moment.
Moreover, once the "Envoy" realized who was responsible, he would become even more vigilant.
Luring him out would likely be very difficult.
’My strength is still insufficient... But if it really is that fugitive, then perhaps it won’t be too big of a problem.’
The thought flashed through Fang Xing’s mind.
This fugitive had a Bright Force Cultivation. He was severely injured back then but still managed to escape; Fang Xing estimated his Cultivation had reached the Peak of Bright Force.
If that were the case, while he would be under pressure, the problem wouldn’t be insurmountable.
He wasn’t a match for someone at the Peak of Bright Force yet. However, with enough Enhancement Points to upgrade his items and increase his strength, it wouldn’t be a major issue.
After all, now that the Black Tiger Gang Leader had been dealt with, this guy would surely be more cautious.
He definitely wouldn’t make a move so easily.
Regardless of whether the fugitive was the Envoy, he would have a certain amount of time.
And that time was his opportunity to increase his strength.
And most critically, this mastermind Envoy certainly didn’t know he had already been promoted to Deputy Constable. ƒrēewebnoѵёl.cσm
If he knew, he would definitely have to "reconsider his long-term plans"!
He would have to act while exposing himself as little as possible.
That might buy him even more time.
Maybe a few months, or even longer.
That would be extremely advantageous for him!
In a few months, he could obtain over a hundred Enhancement Points.
With sufficient resources, even though his Root Bone was poor, his Comprehension was strong enough. Even if he couldn’t achieve a Breaking Realm, reaching the Peak of Bright Force in a few months wouldn’t be a major problem.
Having figured this out, Fang Xing relaxed.
No matter who this "Envoy" was, he at least had some time to improve his strength.
Looking at Xu Hu’s body, Fang Xing’s expression also grew calm.
Then, he walked toward the entrance of the gambling den.
When Xu Le and the others saw Fang Xing come out, they moved forward. But upon seeing the bloodstains on Fang Xing’s Official Uniform, Xu Le’s expression immediately tensed.
Xu Le glanced into the dim gambling den and, not seeing any sign of Xu Hu, couldn’t help but look at Fang Xing. "What’s the situation?"
At Xu Le’s question, the other Constables and the few Black Tiger Gang members nearby all turned to look at him.
Fang Xing said flatly, "It’s been dealt with."
"Dealt with..."
Hearing this, the Black Tiger Gang members breathed a collective sigh of relief.
The horse-faced youth stepped forward with a smile. "Sirs, since everything’s fine, we can get back to normal here, right? Sorry to have troubled you all."
Fang Xing shot the horse-faced youth a look, his expression indifferent. "Fine? Who said that?" ƒгeewёbnovel.com
"???"
As soon as the words left his mouth, the horse-faced youth froze.
’Hasn’t it been dealt with?’
The other Constables also looked at Fang Xing, completely bewildered.
"Xu Hu was suspected of hiring an assassin, a plot which failed. Afterward, he deliberately silenced witnesses, killing two people. His crimes have just been exposed, and he has been executed."
BOOM!!!
Fang Xing’s voice rang out again, each and every word landing clearly in everyone’s ears.
His words struck the minds of the Black Tiger Gang members like a clap of thunder.
’The Gang Leader... is dead?!’
’Th-this... how is this possible!’
’The Gang Leader is a Bright Force Martial Artist!’
’He died after just a moment?!’
’It’s fake, it must be fake!’
The Black Tiger Gang members were momentarily lost in a daze.
And upon hearing Fang Xing’s declaration, even Xu Le and his men couldn’t help but be stunned.
Fang Xing had killed the Black Tiger Gang Leader.
The Black Tiger Gang Leader was a genuine Bright Force Martial Artist.
Xu Le was in disbelief.
Although he knew Fang Xing had won the sparring match, he never imagined his strength would be so formidable, able to kill an Official Martial Artist just a day or two after reaching Bright Force.
This... this was simply unbelievable.
"Fang... Boss, is... is this real?"
One of the Constables came back to his senses and stared blankly at Fang Xing, unable to stop himself from asking.
"Of course. The culprit has been brought to justice, and this case is now closed," Fang Xing said.
Hearing that, the Constables were now completely certain it wasn’t a lie.
However, Fang Xing’s decisive action filled them with a sense of gravity.
Such immense strength, and such swift and decisive action!
He was like a completely different person from the Fang Xing of before.
This first fire lit by the new official was blinding.
On his first day in charge, he had eliminated a Bright Force Martial Artist and taken down a Gang Leader.
Regardless of the process, the result was absolutely shocking.
"Boss, what should we do with them?" Xu Le had also changed his form of address, his tone now laced with a hint of respect.
At these words, the dazed Black Tiger Gang members snapped back to reality.
They subconsciously wanted to run, but they felt an invisible pressure emanating from Fang Xing that drained the strength from their legs, leaving them rooted to the spot.
"Confiscate all their valuables as punishment," Fang Xing said.
As Deputy Constable, second only to Xu Zhengxiong, the North City No. 1 in power, he had the full authority to pass judgment.
A Great Jing Constable wasn’t just responsible for maintaining local peace.
They also held the power of arrest and judgment.
Unless it was a particularly major case that required the County Magistrate’s verdict, as a Deputy Constable dealing with minor cases, his words could practically decide life and death.
Even dealing with Xu Hu wouldn’t cause much of a stir.
He just had to report back to Xu Zhengxiong.
This was the power of a Deputy Constable!
An integrated system of investigation, trial, and arrest.
A few deaths wouldn’t make a ripple.
Starving refugees outside the city, dark forces clashing—not a day went by without someone dying.
In an era of rising chaos, a human life was worth less than a dog’s.
...
Hearing Fang Xing’s words, the Black Tiger Gang members breathed a sigh of relief. Before the Constables could even step forward, they proactively handed over their money pouches.
All five of them respectfully surrendered their money.
All the money pouches ended up in Fang Xing’s hands.
Hefting them for a moment, Fang Xing nodded, then distributed four of the pouches to Xu Le and the others.
One for each of them.
Although it was all just loose change, without even any broken silver, the money was still an unexpected windfall.
Every one of them was beaming with joy.
Of course, on paper, Fang Xing was just having them collect the fines.
The justification, after all, was simply whatever he declared it to be.
