As soon as it gets dark on the eighth day of the Lunar New Year, the streets are filled with lanterns. The soft light illuminates the entire street, and the sound of children's laughter and peddlers' calls makes the street very lively.
Jiang Sheng looked at the police officers patrolling the streets and the smiles on the faces of the people, and he knew whether the officials in this city were good or bad.
He smiled and praised: "Lord Lin is really a caring official who cares about the people. Look how well-organized everything is. There is no need to worry about anyone causing trouble."
Lin Chenghe's smile deepened upon hearing this, and he said modestly, "I don't deserve it. Since I'm an official, I'm supposed to think about the people. I don't deserve this compliment."
"Haha, Master Lin is too modest."
As the two men passed by, some people recognized them and hurriedly took out something and handed it to them: "Sir, these are freshly baked buns. Please try them and see if they are delicious."
"...Thank you, Auntie."
Lin Chenghe glanced at the guards beside him, signaling them to give the silver quickly, and quickened the pace of his men to avoid being unable to leave.
Jiang Sheng saw something interesting and ate it while walking, sighing, "Well, this rice cake is still delicious when it's fresh out of the pot. It's not as fragrant when it's cold."
A faint foul smell wafted over.
Sniffing and his eyes brightened, Jiang Sheng said, "Brother Lin, have you ever eaten stinky tofu? There's a smell coming from over there. Why don't we go over and take a look?"
Lin Chenghe sniffed and looked at him in confusion: "Doctor Yang, you... actually like to eat stinky tofu. It smells so bad, how can it really be delicious?"
"Haha, of course it's delicious, otherwise why would I be thinking about it? It smells bad but tastes really good. Let's go and try it."
The two of them walked over. At the corner of the alley was an old woman with gray hair. Seeing someone coming, she said slowly, "Would you like some stinky tofu?"
"My stinky tofu is the most authentic. I guarantee you'll want more after trying it once."
Jiang Sheng smiled and said, "Mother-in-law, I want... four servings. You all can try them. You might get addicted to them and want to have them all the time."
Leng Feng held his sword, his usually cold face full of resistance, and he waved his hands repeatedly: "No, I don't want it. Doctor Yang and the young master should eat it."
He took two steps back as he said this, his attitude clearly showing that he would never eat it even if he was beaten to death.
Yang Er's mouth twitched, and he whispered, "Master, how about we order three servings? The three of us can share it."
Jiang Sheng said helplessly: "Well, it's a pity to eat such a delicious dish. Mother-in-law, fry three servings for me."
"Okay, wait a moment."
After a cup of tea, I was eating stinky tofu while walking. People kept looking at me with strange eyes, and I unconsciously moved away, covering my nose.
After Lin Chenghe closed his eyes and ate one, he inexplicably felt that it was somewhat to his liking. With a glint of surprise in his eyes, he asked in surprise, "Doctor Yang, how do you make this stinky tofu?"
"Why does no one eat fragrant tofu? Why do they have to eat this stinky tofu? It tastes so bad, but it tastes so good. Hmm, how come it smells so good?"
Jiang Sheng was overjoyed when he heard this: "Haha, I don't know either. Anyway, when I first ate it, I was also very resistant like Brother Lin, but once I really took the first bite, I liked it."
Lin Chenghe nodded and ate one bite after another. After finishing, he bought some tooth powder and went straight to the river to wash up.
It tastes really good when you eat it, but the taste is unbearable after you finish it.
Looking at the towering tower, Jiang Sheng asked curiously, "Brother Lin, that's the tower you were talking about."
"Yes, let's go over there later. It's much clearer up there to see the Kongming lanterns. You can even touch the moon. It's completely different from what we see down there."
"If that's the case, I'm a little more interested."
Lin Chenghe took people to the riverside, bought lanterns, released them and made wishes. After that, they were about to go to the tower when they heard a commotion and screams coming from not far away.
There was also the sound of someone falling into the water, and someone on the bridge was shouting for help, but the person who fell into the water was a woman, and no ordinary person would dare to go in, as it would ruin her reputation.
"Leng Feng, go and see what's going on?"
"...But if I leave, my lord, there will be no one to protect you. If you are in danger, wouldn't that be a problem?"
Lin Chenghe waved his hand and urged: "It's okay, just go and see what's going on. Nothing can happen to me, so go quickly."
Leng Feng hesitated for a moment, then flew away.
Jiang Sheng opened his mouth to say something when he felt a murderous aura coming. Dozens of men in black rushed towards him, staring at him intently, obviously targeting him.
The two sides started fighting, and Jiang Sheng's voice came: "Brother Lin, leave quickly. Their target is me. They won't kill you if you leave."
"No, you saved my mother's life. You are the benefactor of our Lin family. How can I watch your benefactor fall into danger?"
Lin Chenghe drew the soft sword from his waist and rushed towards the assassin.
Yang Er's eyes were full of bloodthirstiness, and every step he took was a killing move. Every time the dagger in his hand came out, a flash of blood flashed, piercing through the assassin's chest and killing towards the others.
In less than an incense stick of time, all ten or so men in black were dead.
When Leng Feng arrived with the people from the yamen, they saw corpses all over the ground. The strong smell of blood hit them in the face. He pursed his lips tightly and looked at Jiang Sheng with a complicated look.
Why would a doctor have such a skilled person by his side? He's full of deadly moves, clearly a death warrior...
"My lord, are you okay?"
Lin Chenghe waved his hand and said, "Doctor Yang, how are you? Are you injured?"
Jiang Sheng shook his head and squatted down to check the identity of the killer. He only saw a black crescent on their necks. This was obviously a killer organization in the underworld.
He stood up and said, "Brother Lin, please take care of these corpses. I'm sorry to bother you with today's matters."
"...No, it was my fault for not taking good care of him. I almost let him get into trouble."
While the yamen staff were disposing of the corpse, Lin Chenghe walked with his men and casually remarked, "This young man's skills are truly remarkable. No wonder Doctor Yang dared to travel out."
Jiang Sheng glanced at Yang Er and nodded with a smile: "Yes, my family is afraid that I will be in danger, so naturally they have to bring people with them. Brother Lin, do you know anything about those men in black?"
"Well, Black Crescent belongs to a group called the Blood Demon Pavilion. As long as you pay them enough money, they will kill anyone."
"Three years ago, they offended the imperial court officials and were reportedly suppressed. I thought this assassin organization was gone, but I didn't expect it to reappear today. I'm afraid chaos will ensue once again."
Lin Chenghe was a little worried. Why did the killer from Jianghu come to Qiandeng Town? Would he come again in the future? Was he really just coming for Doctor Yang?
After Dr. Yang left that day, would these killers come again?
Jiang Sheng narrowed his eyes. He couldn't understand why he would be targeted even though he came here in a disguised identity.
A gangster killer, who wants to buy his life?
The two walked towards the tower when a white figure rushed over and shouted, "Help, help!"
Lin Chenghe frowned and looked over. A woman in white was running, followed by two strong men, their eyes full of ferocity.
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