Chapter 64: The Mysterious Duobao Hall

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  "As far as I know, Lin Heng is a person highly valued by the master of the mansion. He even gave him his most treasured 'Wu Nian Mo Chan' as a gift. The master is not currently in Qingniu Town. If we rashly kill Lin Heng and ruin the master's big plan, who can bear the responsibility when the master unleashes his thunderous anger?" Bai Tian said slowly.

  Everyone in the hall was startled: "Is the master of the house giving Lin Huan the 'Wu Nian Mo Yan'?"

  This matter was never mentioned by Cao Guan to anyone, and Bai Tian, as someone in the know, had also never revealed it, so this was the first time the people in the hall had heard of it.

  This time, several young masters who originally supported the "Tianwei" movement had second thoughts.

  Even Cao Zhi, who originally held a supportive attitude, hesitated. After all, although he was the eldest son, he did not receive Cao Pi's favor. If he killed Lin Huan and displeased his father, he feared that his position as the young master would be lost.

  One of the main characters, Cai Lai, also felt uneasy. This was his first time hearing about it. "Wu Nian Mo Zhu" was in the master's heart, he naturally understood. It was placed in the study drawer like a treasure, only taken out when practicing calligraphy, as if it were forbidden meat. Three years ago, it was because of a clean servant who saw "Wu Nian Mo Zhu" placed in the study for a long time and kindly wiped it clean. The master was furious, beating that servant thirty times and immediately driving him out of the house.

  Something so precious, he actually gave it to Lin Yang?

  Cai came back and couldn't help but regret it. Damn it! If I had known this would happen, I wouldn't have gone to provoke that little beast earlier!

  It only took a moment, but his face turned ruthless, and the situation had already become desperate, with no room for retreat. Lin Heng must die! Otherwise, when the master of the house returns and finds out that I made things difficult for Lin Heng, leading to this turmoil, my life will definitely be forfeit.

  He thought of this, and sternly said: "Lin Heng received the kindness of our master, was given the 'No Thought Inkstone', but did not know how to repay the kindness. He relied on his natural talent being superior, and instead insulted our Cao family, killed our people, and repaid kindness with enmity. Even if our master were here, he would definitely not tolerate this. Moreover, this little beast is only a lowly second-rank official, our Cao family has many second-rank or higher martial artists as numerous as the hairs on an ox's hide, how could our master possibly take him seriously? Our master merely saw that he was good at medicine and threw him a bone like one would feed a dog, so that he would remember the kindness of the Cao family. Who knew this little brat was born with a heart of ingratitude!"

  "Yes, since this dog can't be raised well, it's better to slaughter it early and avoid relying on others, otherwise it will bite back!" Eighth Master Cao Jian said in agreement.

  No one in the hall dared to speak, as this matter involved Cao Yun's decision. They did not dare to express their opinions without knowing Cao Yun's intentions. After all, they had to bear the responsibility, and Cao Yun was always quick-tempered. Once he got angry, it would be terrible.

  "Even if he escapes, he can't escape the temple. The Lin family has lived in Qili Gou for generations, and he won't be able to get away. Moreover, with our Cao family's power, even if he flees to the ends of the earth, we'll still be able to catch up to him. Therefore, I think there's no need to rush into handling this matter; let's wait until Master returns before deciding what to do."

  Cai Lai Xin's face sank. If the master returns, can I still have a way out? Suddenly, he made an angry expression and said: "Bai Zongguan, it was not you who was killed by Lin Yang that little beast, it was not you who was slapped in public, so of course you can speak lightly here. However, Lao Fu and Lan Cong have served the Cao family for many years, and you are letting the Cao family be ungrateful and heartless, isn't this making people in the mansion feel cold? Not to mention these things, now Lin Yang's arrogant behavior has spread throughout Qingniu Town, if the Cao family remains silent and allows Lin Yang that little beast to fly high and bully others, won't the Cao family become a laughing stock for everyone?"

  Two opinions clashed in the hall, constantly crossing each other like a sharp knife and a wheat awn.

  Cao Hongjuan, the fourth daughter who had been listening to the whole thing, stopped the two from talking and said, "You two, don't argue anymore, each of you has your own reason."

  She is the eldest daughter of the three Cao daughters, and because of her exceptional talent compared to her siblings, she is the most treasured by Cao Guan. As a daughter, she will eventually marry out, making it impossible for her to threaten the positions of the young masters, so all the other young masters treat her with favor, placing her in the highest position among the second generation of the Cao family.

  Even Young Master Cao Zhi did not dare to disobey her. As soon as she spoke, everyone in the hall fell silent.

  "According to the news from Jin Yuan City, the situation over there has changed and Father has left Jin Yuan City for Tai Ling City. It will take at least three months to resolve this matter. Lin Heng's case has caused a stir too quickly, seriously affecting the reputation of our Cao family, so we can't wait any longer and have to take matters into our own hands."

  Tsai heard that the governor would return in three months and felt a great sense of relief.

  "Father was able to give the 'Wu Nian Mo Yan' to Lin Heng, and also had Cai Zongguan go to recruit Lin Heng as an inner disciple, which shows that Father was planning to focus on cultivating Lin Heng. But now, with the spread of the turmoil, Lin Heng and the Cao family have become enemies, turning against each other. The development of events is clearly different from what Father had originally planned. So tomorrow, I will personally lead Tianwei's Hai Dafu, Yang Ling, and Zong Meng to make a trip to Qili Gou. At that time, whether to take his whole family's life or spare him, we'll see when the time comes."

  Cao Hongjuan decided to go because she was also very curious about Lin Heng, who had suddenly burst into fame. It wasn't necessary to mention Lin Heng's cultivation experience, the most important thing was that he was highly valued by her father, and she wanted to see for herself what kind of person Lin Heng was. After all, her father had always had high standards, and there weren't many young people who could meet his expectations, let alone be given the "Wu Nian Mo Zhu" as an investment.

  Others nodded in agreement when they heard her decision.

  She led Hai Dafu, Yang Ling, and Zong Meng. As for Zong Meng, he was the leader of the Heavenly Guards. The other two were the top figures in the Heavenly Guards' military power ranking, both being late-stage second-grade cultivators! Among them, Hai Dafu was a young master who had dominated the Golden Abyss City with his unparalleled strength, and even Zong Meng couldn't be his match; while Yang Ling excelled at the Skull Hell Hand, which could transform his muscular palm into a bony skeleton, increasing its power exponentially. Any one of these three people would be enough to kill Lin Heng, a second-grade early-stage cultivator, let alone all three going together.

  ……………

  To the north of Qingniu Town, a bustling street with people coming and going.

  In the middle of the street, there is a large and old-fashioned shop with three big characters "Duobao Hall" written on the signboard.

  "He actually defeated the second-grade mid-term, and it's still Cao's Tianwei?" A thin man with a long mustache and a commercial air rubbed his head, smiling incredulously. "This Lin Heng is really interesting, he entered the second grade with a single move of washing medicine, and as soon as he entered the second grade, he immediately defeated the second-grade mid-term in a miraculous way, it's really too interesting. I didn't expect that in this small and remote place, there would be such an interesting person." He twirled his mustache, his face full of curiosity.

  In front of him stood the owner of "Duobao Hall", nicknamed "Mr. 200,000".

  His attitude was humble: "This kid is really bold, he actually dared to kill Cao's family, and even slapped dozens of slaps in front of everyone, knocking out the door teeth. He is indeed fearless of death. With Cao's power in Qingniu Town, even if I have been rooted here for many years, it would be better to avoid him. This matter has caused a sensation in Qingniu Town, and Cao's family will not forgive him after suffering such a great humiliation!"

  "This is interesting."

  A middle-aged merchant with a long beard said: "Now that the master of the Cao family is not in Qingniu Town, how do you think those useless sons of his will handle this matter?"

  Mr. Twenty Thousand didn't hesitate: "Definitely kill one to warn a hundred, kill Lin Huan's whole family." A hint of schadenfreude smile appeared at the corner of his mouth: "A while ago, Cao Guan even gave that kid 'Wu Nian Mo Zhu' as a gift, obviously trying to win him over with blood money and cultivate him for future use. Who knew he'd run into a general manager and have his precious pawn thoroughly eliminated."

  Cao Guan's recruitment plan was a huge success, and he couldn't help but feel overjoyed.

  "What has the Lin family done since you sent them a gift last time?"

  Mr. Liang said with a bow: "The day after receiving the congratulatory gift, the Lin family sent over a thank-you note, and then there was no further follow-up."

  "Hmm, Lin Huan is indeed young and capable. We've never met him before, yet he accepted it as if nothing happened." The middle-aged merchant with a long beard pondered for a moment, then said: "For the next few days, send your most trusted men to keep an eye on the Lin family, especially Lin Huan's situation. If the Cao family really makes a move, you must rescue him." He paused, his eyes revealing a hint of ruthlessness as he continued: "And then kill Lin Huan's family!"

  Mr. Liangwan was taken aback for a moment, then said, "Understood."

  This old man's intention is clearly to abduct Lin Huan, then kill Lin Huan's family members, making him have no home to return to, so as to thoroughly win his heart.

  It seems that Lin Huan has indeed caught the attention of this gentleman and those above him.

  No wonder, the medicine was washed immediately into the second product, and it could kill the late stage of the second product in the early stage. With such a cultivation speed, with such young seedlings, it's strange not to take them back!

  "Remember, only when the Cao family makes a move can we touch the Lin family. If the Cao family doesn't make a move, absolutely do not!" The bearded merchant instructed solemnly.

  Obviously, he is also afraid of taking responsibility, fearing that Lin will discover the truth one day and turn against him, so he must be extremely cautious.