Chapter 60 You insist on doing your business in the outhouse, huh?!
"What happened?!" The fat man was on the verge of collapse. Looking at the two people coughing up blood and the person on the stone bed whose life was uncertain, he was about to cry. If he messed up this batch of goods, Xu Huaji would not know what methods he would use to punish him. It had happened before in previous years. He had heard that those people had met terrible ends. They were either thrown into the sea to feed the fish or given to the Painted Skin Immortal.
The fat man suddenly shivered.
"Old Wang, what's wrong with them?! Can you cure them?"
Doctor Wang frowned, speechless for a long time. He had never seen such a pulse before. He cautiously asked, "Are they mortals?"
The fat man angrily retorted, "What do you mean by that?"
Doctor Wang: "I noticed their pulses are not those of ordinary people; it's very strange..."
But he didn't know how to explain what was so strange about it.
The fat man didn't care whether they were mortals or not, he only asked, "They are cultivators who practice immortality, and have long since abstained from grains, perhaps they have already transcended the Three Realms..."
"Can you cure me? Just one question!"
Doctor Wang understood, thinking perhaps so. He was just a common doctor in the mortal realm, capable of treating some difficult and complicated illnesses, but when it came to matters beyond the three realms, or matters concerning cultivators, he lacked the ability. He could only say, "This person is already lifeless, and the injury can't be healed either. Bury him as soon as possible. As for the other two..."
He paused, then waved his hands repeatedly, saying, "I can't cure it. You should tell the priest to find a doctor to heal it quickly..."
After Dr. Wang finished speaking, he picked up his medicine box and left.
The fat man went over to check and confirmed that a handsome man was lifeless. He then went over to check the two people who were vomiting blood, his face full of worry. When he saw the pretty woman next to him who was in relatively good condition, he breathed a sigh of relief, but was so frightened by her continuous coughing that he almost lost his soul.
"Grandma, please don't let anything happen to you too!" The fat man stamped his feet anxiously, pleading with her with a mournful face while ordering someone to quickly fetch the priest.
Bai Yuheng originally wanted to scare him, but seeing that he wanted to find Xu Huaji again, she was afraid that something would go wrong and he would find out. So she had to use a hand seal to make the three people's symptoms better.
"Cough cough..."
Those who had been pronounced dead by Doctor Wang suddenly coughed twice. Like startled birds, they scrambled to their feet, staring in terror at the dying Pei Yuan puppet. Pointing at him, they stammered, "Big brother! He... he's alive!"
The fat man was on edge from this series of actions, and even the slightest disturbance made him nervous. He mustered his courage and quickly went over to check the man's breathing: "It's alright, it's alright..."
The fat man breathed a sigh of relief. "Go, go, go, fetch Doctor Wang back and have him apply some medicine to this man's wounds..." As he spoke, he seemed to remember something and quickly added, "No, no, no need to fetch him. I don't think this injury will heal in ten days or half a month. There's no need to have him come over. Just go and tell the priest that this man tried to resist and accidentally fell off the cliff and died!"
"this……"
Several people are still hesitating.
The fat man flicked him on the forehead, exasperated, and said, "Are you stupid?! If the priest finds out the truth, we'll all be in deep trouble. We'll be charged with dereliction of duty. I think you want to be fish food! This is a secret between you, me, and heaven!"
Those who had been hesitating instantly realized what was going on and exclaimed, "Boss, you're brilliant! We'll go tell them right away! We'll keep it a complete secret!"
The group understood and quickly ran out of the cave.
The fat man then ordered his men to take the dying man away and bury him.
After this commotion, no one remembered that Cui Mingcan had failed to escape and that they had wanted to teach him a lesson.
After giving all the instructions, the fat man wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and finally breathed a sigh of relief.
He ordered his men to keep an eye on the people in the cave, and only after he had made sure he was mentally prepared did he go to the priest's quarters to apologize with a bundle of thorns on his back.
Seeing that her plan had succeeded, Bai Yuheng slowly woke up and glanced towards Cui Mingcan's direction.
The man sat dejectedly on the damp ground, his face showing signs of stubble, as if he had been imprisoned for an unknown period of time.
Bai Yuheng glanced at the guards inside the cave. Two were in front of the cave entrance, and two others were walking around inside. He was locked up right across from them.
"That older brother..."
Bai Yuheng spoke up, and the patrolling guards stepped forward upon hearing her voice. They knew this person's value was immeasurable, and when they met her shy, delicate, and tear-streaked face, their initial coldness melted away, and their expression softened considerably. They asked gently, "What is it?"
Upon hearing the familiar voice, Cui Mingcan, who was already standing right across from Bai Yuheng, immediately looked up, his gaze filled with shock and intense intensity, and met Bai Yuheng's gaze, which was fixed on him with a half-smile.
"..."
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After escaping from Anping County, Cui Mingcan was so angry that he ran straight back to Jiangzhou.
Following the route he remembered, he arrived smoothly at Yueqing Town. Remembering the local traditions, he made offerings to the priest and the sea god, planning to leave by boat the next day and return to Jiangzhou.
Unexpectedly, while offering sacrifices to the sea god, he suddenly felt the urge to urinate, so he gave up his spot to an old man and went to the outhouse to relieve himself.
The temple dedicated to the sea god was winding and circuitous. He was in a hurry and walked very fast. He happened to see a low hut that looked like a latrine and went inside. But there he bumped into a strange man who was making a deal with a priest.
"Help me find a few people."
"Who is it?" The speaker was someone he recognized, the priest Xu Huaji.
Cui Mingcan heard someone talking but didn't respond. He figured it was just casual conversation and thought he should quickly finish his personal matters before making offerings to the sea god so he could leave the next day.
"There are four portraits here. The people in the portraits are the ones I am looking for. You need to find them and bring them to me."
Xu Hua frowned, took the portrait from the person opposite him, and asked, "What is its origin?"
"Tianyan Sect".
Cui Mingcan paused as he pulled up his pants, his ears immediately perking up.
"Cultivators?" Xu Hua asked in surprise. "Why do we need them?"
"Those who cultivate immortality abstain from grains, so their skin and flesh are tender and smooth, and their whole body carries a faint fragrance. Unlike ordinary people who are impure, the things made from such people are the best! Those in power like them the most."
Xu Huaji's brow furrowed so deeply it could kill a fly: "Is this the Great Immortal's order?"
“Of course.” The man’s voice was peculiar, as if it were covered by something, indistinct and difficult to discern whether it was male or female. “What? You don’t believe me? The Great Immortal has not yet returned from the capital. This matter was ordered by him with utmost urgency, and several horses died running as fast as he did. Just do as he says.”
"But Yueqing Town isn't that big, but it's not that small either. How can I be sure they'll pass through here? How can I be sure we'll meet them?"
The man chuckled strangely, "Don't you know you're always in Yueqing Town? The shortest waterway to Jiangzhou is right here. If they're going to take the waterway, they'll definitely come here. You'll find out when they get here."
"What if they don't travel by water?"
The man's eyes showed disdain. When had he ever been so hesitant? "They have no choice but to come. Anyway, we've already made sure everything is in order. Whether they come willingly or unwillingly, they will all pass through your Yueqing Town."
Xu Huaji was still hesitant: "But they are cultivators, and their magical power is unknown. How can we, unarmed mortals, possibly deal with them?"
The man laughed: "Don't you still have your precious Eight-Clawed Immortal? I refuse to believe that a demon beast with nearly a thousand years of cultivation can't defeat a few snot-nosed brats?"
"Can……"
Seeing that Xu Huaji was still hesitating, the man lost his patience and said coldly, "If you don't want to do this business, you should say so as soon as possible. I have urgent business to attend to. If you don't want to do it, I will let someone else do it. The Great Immortal is only giving you this opportunity because of our years of cooperation. If you don't want it, there are plenty of other people who need it."
"..." Xu Hua took a deep breath. He had never attacked a cultivator before, so he was a little apprehensive. But hearing what he said, he was afraid that it would affect future cooperation and be a loss. So he asked, "How much is the benefit you are offering?"
Seeing that he was on the right track, the man chuckled and said, "You'll certainly get your share of the benefits. Not only that, but would you like an official position?"
"An official appointment?!" Xu Huaji's initial hesitation completely shifted, and he exclaimed in astonishment, "Is this for real?!"
"Of course, when has the Great Immortal ever harmed you? If the Great Immortal hadn't asked you to do these businesses before, you would probably still be a mediocre person who can only scare others to earn money for protection. How could you be as successful as you are now?"
Xu Huaji was persuaded. Indeed, if it weren't for the Painted Skin Immortal, his tricks would have been exposed long ago. Fortunately, he gained the Immortal's appreciation and protection, which allowed his business to grow bigger and better.
You don't believe me?
"I believe it, I believe it!" Xu Huaji quickly said, "This official appointment..."
Seeing that things were settled, the man said, "The Great Immortal has already informed the higher-ups. You just need to do what you are told, and you will know when the time comes."
Xu Huaji felt an irresistible itch in his heart, and he was so happy that the wrinkles on his face, etched by the sea breeze over the years, blossomed into a radiant smile.
"Yes, I will certainly not fail in my mission, Great Immortal!"
The man praised him for being sensible, and after exchanging a few compliments, the man prepared to leave.
"Alright, I've given the instructions. Just do a good job, and you'll get your share of the rewards."
"yes!"
Xu Hua watched the man leave with a smile.
After lingering in the spot, feeling happy for a moment, he turned and left.
Cui Mingcan's eyes revealed a complex expression.
He had peeked at the portrait through the crack just now, and it turned out to be a portrait of the four of them.
Cui Mingcan was filled with anxiety. He was afraid that they might encounter some danger, but he also thought that when he was captured by Shang Su, none of these three came to his rescue. He didn't care about them at all!
Cui Mingcan pulled up his pants and went out the door, still in a frenzy.
"Aaaaaaah!"
How annoying!
Cui Mingcan wanted to curse just thinking about it. What kind of nice person would discuss important matters next to a toilet?!
As he walked away, he kept telling himself that they had nothing to do with each other anymore! From now on, they were just passersby! Nobody should bother with anyone else! Who cares about their safety!
Anyway, Bai Yuheng and Li Tiankuo are both highly skilled in magic, and Cen Ying is also very good at using poison, so they can't afford to suffer any losses. He doesn't want to meddle in other people's business!
While brainwashing himself, Cui Mingcan went to the front hall to make offerings to the sea god.
But whether I open my eyes or not, all I see are the shadows of those three heartless people.
"..."
He could even see a resemblance to Li Tiankuo in the sea god statue enshrined above.
"..."
Damn it!
Cui Mingcan rarely swore, but at this moment he couldn't help but want to curse!
You really need to use the outhouse to do your business, huh?
What can't be said in the study? Even if they were lying naked in bed talking, he wouldn't say a word!
They insisted on talking in the outhouse! And of all things, he overheard them!
Cui Mingcan felt only agitated and confused.
He silently raged a few times, startling those around him. He apologized and stormed back to the inn.
Cui Mingcan lay in the inn all night with his eyes open.
After sleeping with his eyes open all night, Cui Mingcan finally came up with a solution.
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