Chương 192: Unifying Qinghe

New Fierce Tiger Gang. This meal lasted well past noon before finally concluding. Everyone seemed to toss the worries regarding the Lingjiang Gang and the Jiang family to the back of their minds, wholeheartedly enjoying the immediate joyous occasion! Quite a few people with low alcohol tolerance collapsed on the spot. Even Song Que had poured several jugs of wine into his belly by the end, his tongue feeling slightly numb.

Returning to his room to rest for a while, he remembered he still hadn't resolved the matter of clearing Knife's criminal record! He immediately had someone deliver a visiting card to the Wu Manor, scheduling a visit for the evening! Boss Song was now a person of status; he couldn't act too casually, could he? Leisurely drinking a cup of tea to rest, not long after, Xiong Ba and Li Xin returned with the pets.

"Big Brother!"...

"Young Master!"

"Squeak... squeak..." Mengmeng immediately scurried up onto his lap, occupying the prime spot. Stroking its soft fur, Boss Song smiled and nodded:"You guys are back a bit late today."

"I just heard the news! Congratulations, Big Brother! We gained several experts!" Li Xin beamed, rejoicing for his own backer.

"Mhm. A'Xin, you also need to work hard so you can help your Big Brother in the future! Can't you see Xiong Ba has already broken through to the Fourth Grade? Yet you, kid, are still lazy!" Pushing this kid forward exhausted Song Que. He had used every method, from encouragement to threats and bribery, but this kid's 'lazy genes' were too potent! He'd work hard for a while, then revert to his old habits! Truly troublesome!

"I know, Big Brother. Starting tomorrow, I will work hard!" Reprimanded by his Big Brother, Li Xin hung his head dejectedly, occasionally shooting glares at Xiong Ba, as if blaming this foolish Bear for progressing too fast and dragging him down with him!

"Don't just talk the talk! Starting tomorrow, besides learning management experience from Old Nie and Old Shen, you will practice martial arts with Chief Instructor Qin every day! Strive for an early breakthrough to the Second Tier! The Fierce Tiger Gang is in a stage of rapid development; without Second-Tier cultivation, you won't even be able to help me with trivial chores!"

"Yes, Big Brother!" Li Xin replied listlessly, like a deflated balloon. Seeing his demeanor, Boss Song felt an ache in his 'eggs' (frustration). He waved them out and closed his eyes to continue resting.... Wu Manor. Gang Leader Song's status was no longer what it used to be! When he arrived, Wu Tian and Wu Ping personally led the entire Wu family out to the gate to welcome him, giving 'Lord Song' plenty of face.

"Uncle Wu, Brother Yi, you humble me!" Song Que didn't dare act arrogantly, hurriedly stepping forward and cupping his hands.

"Haha, not at all! A'Que, you are now the respected leader of a Gang; formalities are necessary," Wu Tian laughed heartily.

"That's right! With your current prestige in Qinghe, who would dare slight Gang Leader Song of the Fierce Tiger Gang?!" Wu Ping joined in the jesting, and the group walked into the manor laughing and talking happily. Old Wu had put thought into hosting Grandee Song today. A banquet table was filled with a dazzling array of dishes; this single meal probably cost no less than a hundred taels of silver!

"A'Que, make yourself at home."

"Thank you, Uncle!" Song Que casually found a seat next to Wu Yi and sat down.

"The first cup: wishing your martial path goes far, and your prestige shakes Lingjiang!" Hearing Wu Tian's words, everyone eagerly raised their cups and drained them! The Wu family couldn't help but lament the impermanence of the world. Just recently, this young man before them was a nameless nobody who needed Wu Yi to guide him around the city! Not long after, his faction had become the sole dominant force in the county, and even showed signs of rising to become one of the major factions in the entire Commandery!

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"A'Que, rest assured. Lord Xu already spoke to me today. The entire Qinghe County will back you! Lord Xu has also personally sent a letter to the Yang Governor! The Lingjiang Gang won't dare act recklessly in the city; you just need to be slightly careful." Wu Tian assumed Boss Song came today out of concern about the Lingjiang Gang's retaliation, so he immediately gave him a reassuring pill. Song Que was naturally happy! If Old Du could be restrained, nothing could be better!

Therefore, he poured another cup of wine, raised it, and expressed his gratitude:"Thank you, Uncle!"

"Haha, we are family! Why so polite?!" Wu Tian didn't bother reprimanding him for his recklessness; the deed was done, and talking wouldn't solve anything! Furthermore, looking at yesterday's events, it wasn't entirely a bad thing! Couldn't one see the Fierce Tiger Gang's prestige was now like the midday sun? Ninety percent of the hot-blooded youths in the city wholeheartedly wanted to join!

"Speaking of which, I truly don't understand how you and that kid Xiong Ba practice martial arts! I've been hit so hard by you two that I'm doubting my life!" At this moment, Wu Yi couldn't help but sigh, making the room erupt in laughter, while simultaneously lamenting the monstrous aptitude of this master-servant pair. How long had it been?! Boss Song could now fight to a draw with the 'Breeze Sword' Zhu Yinming, and Xiong Ba could beat a Fifth-Grade martial artist like a cockroach!

Give it a few more years, and who knew what level they'd reach?! Why wouldn't their Wu family tightly hug this thick, golden thigh?!

"Hehe, Brother Yi. You have to listen to Xiong Ba: eat more! Eating so little, you can't get stronger!" Song Que joked, simultaneously proving to Old Wu what 'eating well' truly meant. He alone almost devoured half the food on the table, leaving the Wu family dumbfounded!... After the meal, Song Que and the two Wu elders relaxed in the courtyard, enjoying tea. Raising a cup of fragrant tea and taking a sip, Boss Song finally stated his purpose for today:"Uncle, I came here today to ask a favor."

"Oh? Speak freely," Old Wu smiled and nodded.

"It's like this: I know a person named Hu Xiaodao..." Hearing him bring up Knife's matter, Wu Tian didn't mind and readily agreed:"Just a small matter. Tomorrow, I will have someone review the case. If it's as you say, I will naturally clear his name."

"Then thank you, Uncle!" Old Wu was just speaking grandly; in truth, he had already decided to sell this favor to Song Que regardless of the situation! After all, Old Dong had long grown cold; who still cared about his messy affairs? Right at this moment, a servant came from outside to report:"Master, Lord Xu and Gang Leader Tie request an audience." Hearing this, Wu Tian raised his eyebrows and immediately looked at Song Que with a profound smile:"They must be here for you, kid. Let's go welcome them together."

Grandee Song had no objections, immediately standing up and following the Wu family to the main gate.... Fierce Tiger Gang. After chatting with Xu Qing, Tie Feilong, and the others for a long while, Boss Song finally returned to his manor late at night. After a refreshing bath to clear his head, he couldn't help but lie down on a reclining chair in the courtyard, gazing at the stars and letting his mind wander.

How do a person with a 'Fire' destiny and the act of setting a massive fire mutually reinforce each other? What is the most correct posture for lighting a fire to increase one's luck? Zen Master Song's mind seemed to transcend into the fourth dimension, seeking the true mysteries of the universe. Truly, ever since he set that fire at Old Du's warehouses last night, Grandee Song's luck seemed to have turned! Joyous events came one after another, hitting him so fast his head spun!

Recalling his conversation with Old Tie just now, Song Que still felt it was somewhat unreal! Xu Qing promised to fully support him, issuing a ban on martial combat in the city to restrict the Lingjiang Gang's retaliation! That was fine and acceptable; Old Xu's impression of him wasn't bad. But Tie Feilong actually wanted to merge the entire Golden Snake Gang into his! This truly shocked Boss Song! He had originally envisioned a long period of open and secret struggles with rival gangs!

Then, the wise and brilliant Gang Leader Song would begin strategizing, turning their tricks against them, and subduing the Golden Snake Gang with effortless gestures! That would truly display Boss Song's demeanor and attract a wave of brainless fans! How did the game end before it even started?! Could it be that my DNA test as the 'Child of Destiny' and Heaven's favored son has finally come out?! Daddy Heaven opened his eyes and started frantically throwing various invincible auras and buffs on my head?!

Won't I be like the protagonists in novels later on, where tripping over a rock reveals a fairy stone, pulling up a radish yields a thousand-year ginseng, and seeking shelter from the rain in a cave uncovers a divine martial arts manual?! Sitting at home, letting out a shout, unleashing my kingly aura, and Grandmasters come crying and kneeling to pledge allegiance! That would be crazily satisfying! Thinking of this, Zen Master Song trembled with excitement! In reality, 'Thief Song' was overthinking it!

Xu and Tie had taken Xu Zishan's reminder to heart last time! After discussing it together upon returning, they felt it was feasible. Furthermore, the Fierce Tiger Gang unifying Qinghe was an unstoppable trend now, so both decisively chose to go with the flow. The most commendable was Tie Feilong's resolve! This noon, he heard Xu Qing report that the Lingjiang Gang was in trouble and temporarily lacked the time to care about this place, making him feel that Song Que's luck was simply too good!

Old Tie was particularly superstitious, so he didn't hesitate anymore and brought his gang to join. Song Que didn't know any of this! He was still calculating where to go set another fire to boost his luck! He struggled to calm his inflated ego and began planning his next steps. In Qinghe, his word was now law! His goal was now clearly set on nothing else but the Lingjiang Commandery! The time to confront Du Ruhui head-on was likely approaching! I still need to continue increasing my strength...

Burn, my mini-universe!

'Saint Seiya' Song was brimming with motivation!