Too many people are dying in this chaotic world? Then I'll activate the control panel!

On the other side, Hei Dan and He Er Ya had also hurriedly stood up, their faces full of shock, staring dumbfounded at Wang Sheng, who was greeting the squad leader.

Didn't Wang Sheng himself say that there's no end to practicing martial arts?

Wasn't he a failure in martial arts?

How could he possibly be qualified to associate with someone like the squad leader!

Thinking back to how they had bossed Wang Sheng around, He Erya and Heidan suddenly felt a little regretful and scared.

The head of the yamen (government office) may sound like a nobody, but he wields considerable power. Most wealthy families try to befriend him and offer him money from time to time.

Even maids like He Er Ya and butchers like Hei Dan would be afraid of the foreman's underlings.

Wang Sheng knew that, in modern times, a yamen headman would be a captain in a bureau, a veritable local tyrant, well-informed, and sometimes very useful.

"Brother Wang, is Brother Yu Mu your friend?"

The squad leader, Shen Huan, smiled and glanced at Yu Mu.

Yu Mu forced a smile, but beads of cold sweat seeped from his forehead.

"Um!"

Wang Sheng nodded and said nothing more.

Yu Mu immediately breathed a sigh of relief, thankfully Wang Sheng didn't hold a grudge.

however,

Shen Huan has already become a shrewd person to reach the position of squad leader.

Based on just one word, Shen Huan could tell that Wang Sheng and Yu Mu had a casual relationship.

"Yu Mu, do as you please."

Shen Huan said indifferently.

"Yes, yes. Boss, just call me if you need anything!"

A fleeting awkwardness crossed Yu Mu's mind, but he wasn't perceptive enough to notice the difference between the two times Shen Huan called him "Brother Yu Mu" and "Yu Mu Zhong".

However, Yu Mu had already made up her mind that she must find a way to please Wang Sheng and make sure that her mother would stop arguing with Master Wang.

Subsequently,

Luo Zhengwen led the way, and Wang Sheng and Shen Huan talked as they went up to the third floor.

The third floor of the Songdinglou is exquisitely decorated and offers excellent privacy. It has a wide view and women can be heard playing music at any time.

After Wang Sheng and his two companions sat down, the prepared food and wine were quickly served.

"Come, come, today Junior Brother Wang has emerged from seclusion, and Headmaster Shen has also taken his seat. I propose we first share three cups!"

Luo Zhengwen said.

Wang Sheng, it is perfectly acceptable to summon the two men.

After three glasses of wine in a row,

The atmosphere gradually warmed up with the music, the aroma of wine, and the delicious food.

Luo Zhengwen first inquired about Wang Sheng's seclusion progress. After learning that the progress was acceptable, he chatted with Shen Huan about the recent events in Ershui City and Jiangling Prefecture.

Wang Sheng wanted to know what was happening outside, so he listened from the side, occasionally interjecting with a question.

quickly,

Wang Sheng gleaned some important information from their conversation.

The rebel army stationed troops on the border of Jiangling Prefecture, demanding 100,000 dan of grain, 100,000 taels of gold, and 1,000 pigs, cattle, and sheep. If Jiangling Prefecture did not agree, they would launch a major attack on Jiangling Prefecture.

But the problem is, even if Jiang Lingfu agrees, who can guarantee that the rebel army won't fight?

The barbarians from the northern Han Kingdom are indeed mustering their troops and marching south.

Jiangling Prefecture is urgently conscripting soldiers to join the original Jiangling Prefecture army and rush to several important passes to defend against the enemy.

Once the pass is breached, what awaits Jiangling Prefecture is a barbarian army marching straight in, with mountains of corpses and seas of blood right before their eyes.

In addition, there are news reports about Jianglingfu in the martial arts world.

Jiangling Prefecture was in the midst of a chaotic era, and both the government and the people lived in constant fear. At this time, some famous martial arts masters wanted to take advantage of the situation, either by offering pledges of loyalty or by forming their own forces, causing great unrest in Jiangling Prefecture.

Many things also happened within the jurisdiction of Ershui City.

Several notorious bandits from the mountains merged together and named themselves the Emperor's Army. They frequently plundered villages to expand their ranks, the implications of which were self-evident.

Furthermore, recently, many unfamiliar martial arts figures have appeared in Ershui City. Some of them want to take advantage of the chaos to become famous and gain the attention of important figures, so they come to challenge the martial arts schools, resulting in casualties on both sides.

Some people are secretly committing evil deeds, acting as womanizers, and have ruined the reputations of many daughters from families with modest wealth.

They also discovered that someone was secretly practicing demonic arts and had already absorbed the essence of several people, resulting in gruesome deaths.

Furthermore, Shen Huanyan stated that a new sect called Shenxiang Sect had recently emerged in Ershui City. It had gained the support of some important figures in the government and was rapidly expanding, infringing on the interests of many forces. It had already fallen out with the Martial Alliance.

In just half a month, it felt like half a year had passed to Wang Sheng. He never expected so many changes to have taken place.

"Alas! Some things had already happened in secret, but now the Jiangling government is facing attacks from both the rebel army and the barbarians, and is powerless to deal with the situation below. That's why those people's problems have surfaced in such a short time."

Luo Zhengwen sighed.

"Brother Luo is right. Actually, I think the Great Jing Dynasty is doomed!"

Wang Sheng was quite surprised by what the squad leader said.

"Haha, junior brother, don't be surprised. Headmaster Shen is one of us."

Luo Zhengwen smiled.

"Senior brother, Headmaster Shen, have you considered a way out?"

After hearing the news from the two men, Wang Sheng immediately had the idea of ​​running away.

Fortunately, he came out this time.

If he doesn't come out soon, and the chaotic army besieges the city, even if he cultivates to the peak of Dark Strength, it won't be of any use. Unless he can reach the Transformation Strength level.

"It's not the right time yet!"

"Jiangling Prefecture has a vast territory. Even if the prefectural city falls, our Ershui City is relatively close to Tiannan Prefecture, so we have time to go there."

Luo Zhengwen shook his head.

Unless it's a critical moment, who would be willing to leave their hometown and abandon their family business?

"Brother Wang, there's no need to worry. When that time really comes, we'll stay together so we can look after each other."

"Moreover, opportunities only arise in chaotic times. For example, the Transformation Technique has always been controlled by those powerful figures, who never reveal a single detail. But now, some powerful figures are considering whether to offer the Transformation Technique as a reward to attract some experts."

Shen Huan smiled.

"The Method of Dissolving Internal Energy!"

Luo Zhengwen chuckled lightly, "Even if you were qualified to obtain it, your life would probably be controlled by those powerful figures. What's the point of acquiring that Transformation Realm!"

"These big shots really cut off all avenues for their descendants; they truly want to sit at the top forever, not allowing anyone below them to challenge their authority!"

Wang Sheng thought to himself.

Clang clang...

suddenly,

The sound of bells drifted from the distant street, followed by faint shouts.

"The divine incense has appeared, ensuring peace and tranquility in the world!"

"The way of incense and the way of the divine are both my way!"

Luo Zhengwen's face turned cold. "This is the Divine Incense Cult. Today is their first public parade. They want the entire city to worship them!"

"Brother Luo, don't be hasty. The Divine Incense Sect is absolutely not to be trifled with."

"And Brother Wang, you should also know this. If you encounter members of the Divine Incense Sect in the future, it's best to buy them a stick of incense. Otherwise, even the Martial Alliance won't listen to you."

Shen Huan solemnly warned him.

Wang Sheng nodded upon hearing this.

However, he had already formed a judgment about the Divine Incense Sect in his heart.

The Incense Cult is a combination of government officials and ruthless forces; they have people on both the legitimate and criminal sides. With the state apparatus combined with these dark forces, many of these organizations will likely have to be brought down!

"Hmph, if I advance to the Dark Force realm, I won't be afraid of them using underhanded tactics."

"But the hurdle of internal strength is incredibly difficult; I don't know when I'll be able to advance to internal strength!"

Luo Zhengwen first snorted angrily, then, thinking of the power he had been stuck with for many years, he felt endless sadness.

Wang Sheng remained silent. If Luo Zhengwen knew that he had advanced to the Dark Force realm, it would probably provoke him to the point of envy and anger.