A few days ago.
"Breaking into a private residence in the middle of the day?" Zhao Kui withdrew his surprised gaze and stared quietly at the man in front of him. "You need to give me an explanation, Chief Wu Yue."
That's right, the person who came was Wu Yue, the leader of the Shark Gang.
Standing next to him was a white man clenching his fists. Clearly, this was the person who had "opened" the door for Wu Yue, or perhaps he was the one who wanted to see Zhao Kui.
If Xie Wei were here, he would recognize this person as the "birdman" who had been making provocative remarks outside the window.
That's how Xie Wei addressed them.
"Let me introduce you. This is Michael Buren, the young patriarch of the Angel Clan of the Bear Kingdom." Wu Yue raised his hand and respectfully accepted the man beside him.
Zhao Kui's pupils dilated slightly upon hearing the name "angel race".
He had certainly heard of the Angel Clan's reputation; they were one of the largest families in the Bear Kingdom and controlled the country's economic lifeline.
Unlike the Dragon Kingdom, the Bear Kingdom does not pursue democracy. On the surface, the Bear Kingdom is governed by administrators, but in reality, the real power lies with the powerful figures behind the scenes.
Thinking of this, Zhao Kui's arrogance subsided by half, and he said, "Please have a seat, both of you."
After the three of them sat down, the person in the shadows had already left.
Zhao Kui glanced at the broken door and his unconscious subordinate and couldn't help but ask, "Mr. Brun and Chief Wu, why did you go to so much trouble to see me? Is there any special reason?"
“Of course there’s good news,” Wu Yue said with an unusually bright smile. “We’re here to discuss a deal with Young Master Zhao.”
When Zhao Kui saw that it was Wu Yue who spoke, it seemed that it wasn't someone from the Angel Clan who wanted to talk to him, and he instantly lost some interest.
"What kind of deal requires Chief Wu to come in person to discuss?" Zhao Kui crossed his legs, propped his head up, and resumed his arrogant demeanor.
Wu Yue naturally noticed Zhao Kui's changes, but he wasn't angry.
Open the box he brought; inside were two medicine bottles, [Medicine] 1.0 and 2.0.
"This is?"
"These pills can enhance cultivation. The one on the left can raise your cultivation by about one realm, while the other one guarantees a raise of at least two realms. They are especially effective when taken during battle." Wu Yue found it quite amusing to watch Zhao Kui's expression change as he spoke. "So, Young Master Zhao, are you interested in this deal?"
Does this product really have the effects you describe?
"If you don't believe me, Young Master Zhao can smell it."
Wu Yue opened the lid, and the moment Zhao Kui smelled the medicine, his spiritual energy fluctuated, just like everyone else's.
Zhao Kui was already tempted when he heard that it could improve his cultivation level, and now that he knew it was useful, he immediately said, "How much? I'll take it all, as many as you have!"
"The ingredients for these two pills are hard to find, and they are not easy to refine. Only one pill can be made each month. I am not the source; I am just a middleman." Usually, the price is raised at times like this.
But Wu Yue said, "If Young Master Zhao is interested, I've already decided to buy both bottles for the same price."
Wu Yue held up five fingers and said, "Judging from Young Master Zhao's wealthy and generous manner, he'll likely patronize this business, so I won't be at a loss."
"Okay!" This price is already lower than what Zhao Kui had in mind, so he naturally had to take it. Besides, even if the price were higher, so what? It's not like he didn't have the money.
"Good, Young Master Zhao is straightforward!"
The transaction is complete.
After the two left, Zhao Kui picked up the medicine on the table and gripped it tightly in his hand, muttering to himself, "Xie Wei, Zhao Yujin, it seems even the heavens are rushing to help me!"
Zhao Kui had considered the side effects, so he only swallowed the medicine after confirming that Kawashima had no adverse effects after taking it during his fight with Xie Wei.
Or perhaps, even if there were side effects, Zhao Kui would still take it regardless of the consequences in front of Xie Wei.
...
Zhao Yujin also kept the news of Zhao Kui's death a secret, saying that she would personally give her good second uncle a surprise when she returned to the capital.
After the incident with Zhao Yi, no one in the Zhao family of Nancheng dared to disobey Zhao Yujin.
Moreover, now that Zhao Kui is dead and Zhao Qiwen is colluding with the Japanese, Zhao Yujin is the next head of the Zhao family in the capital. The people of the Zhao family in Nancheng are eager to get on his good side.
After Zhao Yujin completely subdued the Zhao family of Nancheng, he ordered his subordinates to spread the news that the Zhao family of Nancheng was about to emerge.
A collateral branch of a prominent family, which had not appeared in public for over a decade, suddenly announced its impending emergence. No one could believe it.
However, a shocking piece of news emerged that the Eagle Gang, along with other gangs in the North District, had recognized the Zhao family of South City as their master.
Just looking at this news, you'd definitely think it's fabricated and just trying to ride the wave of popularity.
However, this news was personally confirmed by Xiong Shanjing, the leader of the Eagle Gang.
Now Xie Wei knew what Zhao Yujin had gone to Tianrui Manor to discuss with Xiong Shanjing—she wanted him to cooperate in putting on a show.
But the reality was not what Xie Wei thought.
According to Zhao Yujin, in China, those who do tobacco business are not considered private individuals; they are all basically connected with the state.
It's just that most people don't know this, and since some people do indeed line their own pockets and make a lot of extra money, that's why the term "private" comes into use.
But actually, they are considered to have a formal employment contract.
Xiong Shanjing's father used to be one of Master Zhao's men. It was Master Zhao who arranged for him to establish the Eagle Gang in Nancheng, and the tobacco business was also permitted by the state.
Moreover, Xiong Shanjing was loyal to the Zhao family, and his wife was a member of the Zhao family.
In other words, Xiong Shanjing should call Zhao Yujin "Miss Zhao," while Zhao Yujin should call Xiong Shanjing "Uncle Zhao."
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