Translator: CinderTL
Big Yellow Tooth, with keen awareness, led the horse away, saying, "Fourth Master, you go ahead with your business. I'll arrange some food and drinks for you."
Xu Sanyan nodded, then scooped up Madam Wu and carried her into the room, giving her buttock a firm pinch that elicited a soft moan.
"You seem to have gained some weight."
Madam Wu buried her face in Xu Sanyan's chest, too shy to look up, and murmured, "Not really..."
As the door closed, the courtyard, even in broad daylight, was filled with the sounds of intense passion...
In the distance, Big Yellow Tooth tied the horse securely and headed towards the kitchen.
Although he had been living here for a while, he had never laid a hand on Madam Wu, as she was Fourth Master's woman.
If one couldn't control their lower desires, they would lose their upper position.
Between the big head and the little head, the big head was undoubtedly more important.
...
It wasn't until noon that the room finally quieted down. Madam Wu lay naked on top of Xu Sanyan, her cheeks flushed, drenched in sweat, her fingers playfully tracing circles on his chest.
"Master, how come you have time to come back?"
Xu Sanyan toyed with her as he replied, "Just passing through. I'll leave tomorrow morning."
"Oh~~"
Madam Wu's face fell at his words, and she responded reluctantly.
Only she knew what she truly felt inside, but her expression was impeccable.
Xu Sanyan pondered, perhaps he could find the materials needed for the "Life Coffin Technique" in Taian City.
He needed a body with an official aura, and coincidentally, a new County Magistrate had recently taken office, which would be perfect.
As for the aura of ferocity, perhaps Zhu Yong could serve as a substitute. Xu Sanyan felt that Zhu Yong had quite a bit of ferocity.
Zhu Yong was the County Commandant of Taian City, known for his temper and fierceness, which should be suitable.
As for the scholarly aura, there were likely many scholars in Taian City.
Lastly, the aura of killing intent would be even simpler. He could just find a few butchers or, if necessary, select some individuals with heavy killing intent from the White Horse Gang or the garrison.
Thinking this through, Xu Sanyan felt it was feasible. He would take care of this matter once he returned from Dafeng Town.
As they dressed, Big Yellow Tooth had already set up the banquet outside. After eating and drinking to their fill, Xu Sanyan carried Madam Wu back into the room.
...
Early the next morning, as soon as the city gates opened, Xu Sanyan rode his horse at full speed towards Dafeng Town.
A few days later, as he ventured deeper, the sandstorm grew fiercer, and Xu Sanyan covered his mouth and nose with a piece of cloth.
That morning, as Xu Sanyan was traveling as usual, he estimated that he would reach Dafeng Town in another day.
Suddenly, from within the yellow sand in the distance, came the clashing of weapons, interspersed with occasional screams and curses.
Xu Sanyan raised an eyebrow; it felt strangely familiar.
Back then, the two groups of bandits in this area, Wu Jue and Geng the Cripple, had both met their end in Dafeng Town, and their elite forces had been decimated. The common folk had enjoyed a few good days, but it seemed that in just a few short months, bandits had returned to prey on them.
After Wu Jue's death, less than ten of his bandits remained alive, and the wealth he had accumulated was all taken over by Xu Sanyan, along with Wu Jue's wife.
It must be said, Madam Wu was truly delightful, and Xu Sanyan couldn't get enough of her.
As for Geng the Cripple's gang, they were likely in a similar, if not worse, situation. Several of their leaders had been wiped out by Ma Tianqing, who summoned the Blood Demon to eliminate them all in one fell swoop.
Xu Sanyan continued walking, and through the swirling sand, he could clearly see what was happening ahead. Seven or eight carriages were parked to the side, loaded with goods, and on one side of the carriages was a large character "Bai" printed prominently.
The carriage in the center, however, had a canopy, indicating that someone was likely inside. Three or four men were fiercely guarding the carriage, preventing the bandits from getting close.
The surrounding area was a scene of intense combat between the two sides, with over a dozen bodies lying on the ground. Some were not yet dead, clutching their wounds and wailing in agony. Xu Sanyan frowned, finding the noise irritating.
The two sides were easy to distinguish. One group wore sheepskin jackets, wielded Guanshan knives, and had fierce expressions—these were the bandits.
The other group wore gray robes and carried various weapons—they were from the merchant guild.
Xu Sanyan stared at the character "Bai," trying to recall which family it represented. He had been active in this area before and had encountered many large merchant houses. If it were an old establishment, he should have remembered it.
Of course, the merchant guild members had no desire to cross paths with him.
Xu Sanyan stood to the side, observing. As the sandstorm began to clear, someone in the distance noticed him, but no one paid him much attention since he was alone.
The brutal fight continued for a long time, and just as Xu Sanyan was about to lose interest, it finally seemed to be coming to an end.
Over a dozen bandits surrounded the carriage, while three wounded men stood by it with despair in their eyes. They knew there was no escape from death today.
"Kill them!" shouted one of the bandit leaders, his face twisted with ferocity as he charged forward.
"Kill!" the three men shouted back, trying to bolster their courage as they fearlessly met the attack.
Xu Sanyan shook his head slightly. These three were at the end of their strength, and there was no hope for them.
Sure enough, after just a few exchanges, all three men fell to the ground. The bandit leader eagerly approached the carriage, curious to see what was inside that had made them defend it so desperately.
Xu Sanyan was also curious. He adjusted his position slightly, and as the bandit leader lifted the curtain with his knife, the scene inside was revealed.
A woman, pale and weak, leaned against the carriage. Her delicate face was devoid of color, her eyes hazy, and her lips slightly pursed, as if she were on the verge of death.
Both the bandit leader and Xu Sanyan shook their heads in disappointment. They had expected some treasure, but it turned out to be just a woman.
Though she was quite beautiful, it was of little use. In the northwest, women were not in short supply, and this woman was not exceptionally stunning.
In Xu Sanyan's estimation, she was about an eight out of ten, comparable to Yang Qizhu.
"Tch, damn it. All this fuss for a woman, and we lost so many men. What a waste," the leader spat in frustration.
One of his men spoke up, "Boss, there's a guy over there who's been watching us for a while. Not sure what he's up to."
The leader waved his hand impatiently, "Go ask him what he wants. If he's been watching this long and hasn't run off, he must have some skills. Try not to offend him."
"Got it."
The man nodded and hurried over, holding his knife in a reverse grip and cupping his fist in a gesture of respect. "Brother, where are you from? Where are you headed?"
"From the Eastern Tang, heading west to seek the scriptures," Xu Sanyan replied casually, his gaze still fixed on the woman in the carriage.
He had to admit, there was something uniquely captivating about this frail, Lin Daiyu-like woman. It made him feel a certain itch down below.
"Hey, boss, he's a monk!" the bandit shouted back over his shoulder.
The bandit leader turned to size up Xu Sanyan and then cursed at the man, "Where the hell did you get the idea that he's a monk? What kind of monk dresses like that?"
Xu Sanyan couldn't be bothered to engage in their nonsense. He spurred his horse forward, causing the surrounding bandits to tense up. His demeanor clearly showed he didn't take them seriously, so they didn't dare to provoke him recklessly.
"Brother, is there something you need?" the bandit leader asked cautiously, leaning slightly forward, ready to act in an instant.
(End of the Chapter)
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