A Deadly Strike

Fang Shiyu, upon hearing this, couldn't help but say, "Elder Brother, why don't you leave with us?"

Fang Xiaoyu smiled slightly and said, "Unless we eliminate Erduo, we will ultimately be unable to escape his pursuit. Even if Erduo survives the recent explosion, he will be injured. I must ensure Erduo is eradicated."

Fang Shiyu replied, "If that's the case, then let me go and kill Erduo. Elder Brother, you and Sister-in-law should take everyone and leave."

Lei Laohu added, "Yes, Fang Shiyu is strong and healthy. You, son-in-law, are still injured!"

Fang Xiaoyu shook his head and said, "Everyone need not worry about me. I have already made many arrangements in Guangzhou. Even if dealing with Erduo fails, there won't be much danger. However, if Shiyu goes, there will be no guarantee!"

Since last night, everyone had been bewildered by the sudden situation, but only Fang Xiaoyu's performance shocked them. His series of contingency arrangements gave the impression that Fang Xiaoyu had long anticipated such a day.

Now that Fang Xiaoyu said he had arrangements in Guangzhou, no one doubted him. However, Lei Tingting silently embraced Fang Xiaoyu's arm, her body trembling slightly.

Sensing his beloved's feelings, Fang Xiaoyu turned and held her in his arms, kissing her smooth forehead and softly saying, "Tingting, don't worry. Even if it's just for you, I will ensure my own safety."

After speaking, Fang Xiaoyu patted Fang Shiyu on the shoulder and said, "Take advantage of the current chaos in the city and quickly leave."

Fang De stamped his foot heavily, took a deep look at Fang Xiaoyu, and gritted his teeth, "Let's go."

Watching Fang De and the others leave, Fang Xiaoyu clapped his hands, and soon, a dozen agile figures gathered around him.

These were Fang Xiaoyu's subordinates he had secretly trained over the years. With so much wealth and nearly a decade of preparation, he couldn't say that everything was perfect, but at least he had prepared contingencies.

After glancing at the group, Fang Xiaoyu said, "Immediately scatter throughout the city, set fires to create chaos. Make sure Guangzhou descends into turmoil."

With Fang Xiaoyu's order, Guangzhou city soon fell into chaos. Amidst the chaos, Fang Xiaoyu headed straight for the Guangzhou General's residence.

Erduo, having been impacted by the explosion, luckily reacted quickly, using Su Hade as a shield and taking cover behind flower beds, thus avoiding death in the explosion.

Nevertheless, Erduo's face was still ashen. He dismissed the maid who came to tend to him and, bare-chested with a bandage around his waist, slammed his hand on the table, causing it to shatter into pieces.

Several guards rushed into the room but were angrily scolded by Erduo and driven out of the courtyard.

In the night, a figure, like a nimble monkey, avoided the patrolling guards and silently appeared in the courtyard.

In the study, a shadow was cast on the window. From the figure, it was clear it was Erduo.

Dressed in green army attire, Fang Xiaoyu's eyes flashed with a sharp light. He quietly drew his sharp long knife, took a deep breath, and like a sword, pierced through the window directly at Erduo.

Erduo was startled and instinctively clasped his hands together to block the long knife aimed at him. However, Fang Xiaoyu's forceful attack was too terrifying for Erduo to block in such a rushed moment.

With a sound of "pfft," and a sharp pain in his chest, Erduo watched the long knife pierce through his torso, a spray of hot blood splashing onto Fang Xiaoyu's face.

Fang Xiaoyu watched as Erduo's unwilling eyes gradually lost their light, suppressing his inner disgust. He withdrew the long knife and, while the outside guards were still unresponsive, swiftly disappeared into the darkness.

At this moment, Fang Xiaoyu's heart was not at ease because, at the moment Erduo fell, a voice he had nearly forgotten echoed in his mind again.

"Ding! Nine Gate Commander Erduo is dead. Host's first mission is complete!"

Now that Erduo was dead, it meant that one of Qianlong's loyal dogs was gone. At least for a while, the defensive power around Qianlong would be reduced, which would greatly facilitate Fang Xiaoyu's subsequent actions against Qianlong.

Looking back at the chaotic General's residence, Fang Xiaoyu's gaze turned towards the northern Beijing area, murmuring to himself:

"Next stop, the Red Flower Society. I need to trick those guys into creating some trouble for Qianlong!"

Before long, a team of elite soldiers burst out of the General's residence, with a few leading figures shouting loudly, clearly realizing that Erduo had been killed.

Ignoring the enraged guards, Fang Xiaoyu's figure quickly disappeared into the night.

At this time, the city gates were heavily guarded, with troops stationed to ensure not a drop could escape.

However, Fang Xiaoyu appeared on a remote city wall. A figure saw Fang Xiaoyu and quickly approached, respectfully saying, "Young Master Fang, as per your instructions, the rope is ready."

Fang Xiaoyu patted the shoulder of the green army soldier and handed him a ten-tael gold ingot. Then, Fang Xiaoyu grabbed the secured rope and, with a few quick movements, descended from the city wall

After Fang Xiaoyu landed, the soldier who received the gold and silver quickly packed up the rope and then shouted, "Big Brother is back!"

The person shouting was none other than Fang Shiyu.

Fang Shiyu looked at Fang Xiaoyu with excitement, curiously assessing him and saying, "if you hadn't come back, Sister-in-law and Mother would have been waiting for too long."

Patting Fang Shiyu, Fang Xiaoyu's gaze fell on Lei Tingting, who was standing at the door with a look of surprise.

Although Fang De maintained a calm demeanor, Fang Xiaoyu clearly saw that Fang De visibly relaxed when he saw him.

Clearing his throat, Fang Xiaoyu addressed everyone, "I'm back now, so there's no need to worry."

Lei Laohu, holding his belly, said, "Son, you didn't really kill that Nine Gate Commander from the capital, did you?"