The White Horse Gang

Translator: CinderTL

"Kill!"

Song Qian roared, engaging in a fierce battle in the stairwell. Xu Sanyan also drew his blade and charged forward, determined to quickly eliminate Jiang Chongyun.

The Moon Gazing Pavilion had two Inner Qi Realm martial artists—one managed the gambling den, and the other oversaw the brothel. They had already taken one by surprise, and even if the other arrived, he wouldn't be able to cause much trouble.

Xu Sanyan swung his long blade, the sharp sound of slicing air accompanying its trajectory as it aimed for Jiang Chongyun's left arm.

Song Qian kicked off the stairwell railing for leverage, his face fierce as he brought his blade down with a powerful strike.

Jiang Chongyun found himself in a dilemma. He stomped heavily on the wooden stairs, which groaned under the immense force of an Inner Qi martial artist, threatening to collapse.

"Die!"

Song Qian's blade was already within reach. Jiang Chongyun roared, his blade glowing with a surge of energy. With a loud clang, the two blades collided, forcing both men to take a step back.

Xu Sanyan seized the moment. As Jiang Chongyun's old strength waned and new strength had yet to form, his blade shot forward like a venomous snake, aiming straight for the heart.

"Ha!"

Jiang Chongyun's expression changed. He flung his blade away and retreated rapidly, narrowly avoiding the fatal strike thanks to the blade's interference.

"Coward!"

Jiang Chongyun glared at Xu Sanyan, accusing him of dishonorable tactics for launching a sneak attack.

Xu Sanyan pursed his lips, his eyes narrowing slightly. Without a word, he charged forward again.

Song Qian roared, "Jiang Chongyun, today is your death day!"

Jiang Chongyun was already outmatched by the two of them. Now, without a weapon, he grew anxious and began to consider retreat.

These northwesterners had come too suddenly. Jiang Chongyun had no preparation. If the Moon Gazing Pavilion had been ready to face the Guanshan Blade Association head-on, the outcome would have been uncertain.

Damn it!

Jiang Chongyun's heart was filled with hatred. It had been years since such an incident had occurred in Taian City. While smaller gangs often changed hands, the three major gangs had never faced such turmoil.

The Moon Gazing Pavilion had been established for nearly a decade, always thriving. Who would have thought it would be destroyed by a newly risen gang?

"Song Qian, Chief Clerk Master won't let you get away with this!" Jiang Chongyun shouted, then made a move toward the third-floor window.

"He's trying to escape, stop him!" Xu Sanyan immediately yelled.

Naturally, Song Qian wouldn't let him leave peacefully. With a shift of his shoulder, he was already in pursuit. Xu Sanyan was slightly slower but followed closely.

Thud!

With a dull thud, Jiang Chongyun was kicked back by Song Qian. Xu Sanyan's eyes lit up—this was a perfect opportunity!

In an instant, he flipped his wrist, holding the blade in a reverse grip. The sharp edge sliced across Jiang Chongyun's neck.

"Ha... you..."

Jiang Chongyun clutched his neck, blood gushing out. His dim eyes were filled with disbelief, as if he couldn't accept that he was about to die.

Xu Sanyan didn't want to hear his nonsense. With a thrust of his arm, the blade pierced through Jiang Chongyun's chest, emerging from his back.

"Surrender and you won't be killed!" Xu Sanyan shouted from the high platform.

Many of the Moon Gazing Pavilion's members, seeing their leader dead, lost their will to fight and chose to lay down their weapons.

Many guests peeked out from their rooms. To reassure them, Xu Sanyan said, "Apologies, everyone. Tonight's expenses will be covered by the Guanshan Blade Association as a gesture of goodwill. You're welcome to return in the future."

"Thank you, Gang Leader!" someone shouted.

Song Qian's expression turned slightly awkward, but he didn't say anything.

Xu Sanyan's eyes flickered, and he pointed at Song Qian to clarify, "This is our Guanshan Blade Association's Gang Leader Song."

Song Qian's expression softened a bit.

Xu Sanyan turned his head and said, "Gang Leader, let's finish what we started and take over those gambling dens in one go."

"Agreed!" Song Qian nodded.

Leaving some behind to clean up the battlefield, the rest headed toward the gambling dens.

...

Meanwhile.

Chief Clerk Fang received the news and, with a face full of anger, headed toward the Moon Gazing Pavilion, accompanied by a group of constables—all the manpower he could muster.

Just as he was about to reach the Moon Gazing Pavilion, he was blocked by Zhu Yong and his men. "Master Fang, where are you headed?"

Chief Clerk Fang was momentarily stunned, then replied with a grim expression, "Master Zhu, bandits have attacked the Moon Gazing Pavilion. I'm leading my men to apprehend them."

Zhu Yong shook his head with a smile. "No need to trouble yourself, Master Fang. I'm already in the process of searching for the bandits. To prevent their escape, no one is allowed inside."

Chief Clerk Fang's eyes burned with anger. He now understood—Zhu Yong was the one backing this operation. "Master Zhu, isn't your approach a bit too brazen?"

Zhu Yong feigned confusion. "What do you mean, Master Fang? It's my duty to apprehend bandits and maintain the city's peace. As for you, Master Fang, this matter doesn't seem to fall under your jurisdiction, does it?"

Chief Clerk Fang was furious. "Do you think the Moon Gazing Pavilion belongs to me alone? Let me remind you, the Magistrate is also very concerned about this matter!"

Chief Clerk Fang had no choice but to invoke the Magistrate's authority to pressure Zhu Yong.

Zhu Yong remained unfazed. The two of them—one civil, one military—were not under each other's command. Although the Magistrate outranked him, he had no authority over Zhu Yong, so he didn't care.

"Master Fang, I don't understand what you're implying. If there's nothing else, please return. I won't see you off," Zhu Yong said with a smile, gesturing for him to leave.

Chief Clerk Fang was seething. He knew that with Zhu Yong here, there was no way he could proceed. He could only threaten, "Master Zhu, very well. With the rebellion in the south, I'm sure the Magistrate will recommend you to lead the suppression. I hope you'll handle it well!"

Zhu Yong smiled. "Serving the country is my duty. I'll thank the Magistrate for the recommendation."

Zhu Yong inwardly scoffed. How could a mere Magistrate have a say in such a major matter?

"Hmph!" Chief Clerk Fang, seeing that his threats had no effect, snorted and left in a huff.

Meanwhile, at the White Horse Gang's headquarters.

In a hall, four men were seated, sipping tea. One of them spoke, "Big Brother, those northwesterners have made a move on the Moon Gazing Pavilion. It's likely Zhu Yong is behind it."

The White Gang Leader sipped his tea calmly, his demeanor serene. "Let them stir up trouble. As long as it doesn't threaten our business, it's fine."

A round-faced man below hesitated, "Big Brother, I'm just worried that if chaos breaks out, our horse trade might be affected. What if we can't deliver goods to the Prince of Rui in time..."

The White Gang Leader's eyes turned cold as he glanced at the speaker. "Shut your mouth. If I hear those words again, I'll tear your lips off."

The round-faced man realized his mistake and immediately fell silent.

Conspiring with rebels was a capital offense, and he couldn't afford to be careless.

The White Gang Leader spoke softly, "Carry on as usual. Don't worry about them. The Guanshan Blade Association won't dare to move against us. As long as I'm here, the White Horse Gang will remain Taian City's number one."

"Yes."

The three men felt more at ease. Rumors outside suggested that the White Gang Leader was on the verge of stepping into the Heaven-Man Boundary, but they knew he had already crossed it.

In Taian City, the Celestial-Being Realm was akin to the heavens themselves!

(End of the Chapter)

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