I was told I'd be a late bloomer, but I was born with the potential to achieve great things!

"movement?"

Zhou An tilted his head, his gaze sweeping over everyone, revealing just the right amount of doubt.

"I didn't hear anything."

His wooden sword did indeed react; after several uses of the Free and Unfettered Wind-Riding Sword Technique, its sword energy had begun to show subtle cracks.

It's unbelievable that a martial artist at the Skin Polishing Realm could kill someone with a wooden sword... If this were told to others, no one present would believe it.

"It's good that there's no movement."

Before Li Shanming and Constable Zhao Ji could speak, Liu Shuqing said with a look of relief.

"When I was on patrol before, I suddenly saw some Black Tiger Gang members causing trouble. I thought it was a coincidence, but Wang Yi and Sun Wenhao also encountered the same thing."

Remembering what you said earlier, I rushed over to inform Manager Li, only to find that I had also run into some trouble with Pharmacy Ji.

Fortunately, you didn't encounter any members of the Black Tiger Gang here.

"This is Ningshan City. Even the Black Tiger Gang wouldn't dare to act recklessly here."

Zhou An looked at Liu Shuqing with gratitude and then said with a smile.

"It's common for cornered dogs to jump over walls. In the alley not far from here, Zhong Wei, who once helped the Bajiquan martial arts school fight in the arena, died there."

As Li Shanming spoke, he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Two days ago, Mo Kaicai was attacked.

With the thief escaping time and again, the sect members certainly wouldn't dare to lure the thief out again.

After all, it's better to be safe than sorry.

However, Li Shanming did not expect that before things had settled down in Mo Kai's place, signs of trouble were already appearing in his own area.

"Zhong Wei?"

Zhou An showed a look of shock at the right moment, but his mind couldn't help but think of the human skin that was currently placed in his inner garment.

"I remember now."

Just then, Zhao Ji, the head constable standing to the side, suddenly seemed to realize something and clapped his hands.

"I've figured out who the other person is?"

"Who is it?"

This sudden startle immediately caught Li Shanming's attention.

"That man's name was Tian Dan. Several years ago, he was a guard for the Ge family's merchant guild in Pingyuan City, but he had treacherous intentions while transporting goods."

Not only did he embezzle the goods, but he also conspired with his younger brother, Tian Shuang, to kill all the transporters.

Even now, this man's head still hangs on the list of the Swordsman's Office, valued at 300 taels of silver.

"300 taels of silver!"

Hearing this, Zhou Andun felt heartbroken.

Three hundred taels! That's three hundred taels! It's worth 30 servings of medicinal cuisine.

It's a pity he's not a ghostwriter anymore!

Even though Officer Zhao is currently on the side of the Seven Mysteries Sect, the laws of the Great Li Dynasty cannot tolerate the slightest provocation.

Killing someone in the street is a capital offense.

Receiving Tian Dan's reward is a minor matter; how can we explain Zhong Wei's death and the suspected deaths of his accomplices in the house?

Without saying anything, all autonomy is in our own hands.

As I said, I'll inevitably have to go to the county jail; there are too many variables.

Even though Zhou An's strength far surpassed that of this Constable Zhao, Zhou An would not confront the government directly unless absolutely necessary.

Not to mention that he is currently unable to face the Great Li Dynasty, which suppresses the entire world, even in his future pursuit of immortality, he will need to rely on the power of the Great Li Dynasty.

Ghostwriter.

"Only by becoming a swordsman can I walk around this city with a sword, and in the future, when facing such vicious people on the list, I will also have the right to arrest and kill them."

As Zhou An sighed inwardly, he also turned his gaze to Zhao Ji in front of him.

When he killed Zhong Wei and Tian Dan, there was no one else around. The only people who arrived first were the constable Zhao Ji and Li Shanming.

If the other party intends to take credit for themselves...

"It's a pity we arrived too late and missed the process of besieging and killing Natian Dan, so we can't take his head directly to the Zhuodao Division to claim our credit."

At this point, Constable Zhao Ji's eyes were filled with regret, and he then cupped his hands to Li Shanming and said.

"Since there's nothing else here, I, Zhao, will go ahead and deal with the murder case."

A "ruthless person" capable of killing two Bone Forging experts in a short period of time without ever revealing their identity or claiming credit must be reported as soon as possible.

"Brother Zhao, you may leave now. I will surely repay your kindness today in the future."

"Of course, of course."

Upon hearing this, Constable Zhao Ji smiled and cupped his hands in greeting. Then, as if remembering something, he extended an invitation to Zhou An.

"Zhou An, is it? I see your swordsmanship is quite good. If you want to become a ghostwriter in the future, I, Zhao, can help you apply."

As a head constable, Zhao Ji has a very sharp eye.

He could see very clearly that this rising star of the Seven Mysteries Sect was quite moved when he heard that Tian Dan's head was worth 300 taels of silver.

"Thank you, Officer Zhao."

Zhou An bowed and thanked him.

Although he couldn't directly apply for the money, with this Constable Zhao's promise, becoming a ghostwriter would be much smoother in the future.

This could be considered a blessing in disguise.

"This was my oversight. I will arrange for people to guard you at all times from now on, and I will personally deliver any resources you need in the future."

After seeing off Constable Zhao Ji, Li Shanming solemnly addressed Zhou An.

"Thank you, Steward Li."

Zhou An expressed his gratitude and then spoke.

"Although I have not encountered any mishaps this time, if Zhong Wei and the bandit named Tian Dan are really after me, I am afraid that I am in grave danger."

After a moment's thought, Zhou An spoke again.

"Thanks to Instructor Guo's guidance, I have read quite a few books on medicine and poisons these days... I wonder if the steward has any suitable self-defense medicine here?"

"Ordinary poisons are easy to identify, but I have a medicine here that is perfect for the weak to defeat the strong."

Since you've asked, it won't hurt to give it to you for self-defense.

Li Shanming gave Zhou An a meaningful look before slowly speaking.

"This medicine is called 'Lirenshu,' it is colorless and odorless, has an oily texture, and can be applied topically..."

Once integrated into the human body, even a martial artist at the Bone Forging Realm will experience a rapid decline in strength and flexibility.

As he spoke, Li Shanming took out a small white porcelain bottle from his pocket and handed it to Zhou An.

"As for the antidote, I will bring it along with your cultivation resources for next month in a few days."

"Thank you, steward."

Zhou An held the letter of parting in his hand, feeling very grateful.

"It's getting late. I need to inform the sect leader as soon as possible so that the sect can strengthen its protection for you."

After giving instructions to Liu Shuqing and the others, Li Shanming led his men away from the courtyard.

"The Black Tiger Gang?"

Watching Li Shanming's departing figure, Zhou An's eyes narrowed slightly.

If he remembered correctly, the Black Tiger Gang's businesses mainly consisted of brothels and transportation, and there were quite a few highly profitable businesses.

"Although I had some suspicions before, since you have really set your sights on me, don't blame me for following suit."

"The 300 taels of silver must be returned to me, with interest."

Upon thinking of this, Zhou An subconsciously tightened his grip on the small white porcelain bottle containing the Li Renshu.

However, before taking action, he must quickly refine his golden bones.

Once the Golden Bone was formed, he relied on the perfected level of the Free and Unfettered Wind-Riding Sword Technique and the Shadow-Chasing Step, as well as the human skin he had obtained.

Within this Ningshan City, his internal organs remain untouched... He can be considered invincible, and even if he is defeated, he can likely escape unscathed.

Unless, there are other monsters lurking in the shadows!

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