From the Dragon and Tiger Cavalry to Hunting Sins and Becoming Saints

Chapter 47

"Then why are they hesitating?"

Sun Youfu was stunned. From the moment those people suddenly appeared, his mind was captivated by the suddenly appearing information. This kind of business of killing an entire family had been happening right under other people's noses, which was a shocking situation for anyone.

For a short time, panic consumed his entire mind. It wasn't until he personally participated in the attack on the Tiger Cavalry and chopped off the heads of two of them, leaving him with no way out, that he was able to pull his panicked thoughts back.

"You mean...?"

"There's no difference between beheading ten times and beheading once; we'll all die eventually. But the job we do isn't just about lining our own pockets. Smuggling blood offerings is an act that diminishes the nation's fortune and shakes the foundation of the country."

The reason why the Dragon and Tiger Cavalry are so loyal to the Emperor, to the point that they are impenetrable, is not only because of their extraordinary status, but also because of the crucial factor of their salaries reflecting the nation's fortune. Our actions have directly infringed upon their interests.

If it were you, would you stand by and watch your opponent grow stronger, only to have to expend more effort to eliminate them later, or would you nip it in the bud as it develops?

According to the information we obtained, more than a month ago, the evidence in the hands of the Dragon Tiger Cavalry was enough to wipe us all out with the twenty-seventh strike of their fifty-four-strike combo. But did you see them make a move?

Sun Youfu narrowed his eyes: "You mean, we've become whetstones for some people, and the reason they're not moving us is to test them? And then, based on the situation in Gaoyang County, they'll judge whether they're useful?"

"At first, I was just guessing, but when those people gave us detailed information about the Dragon Tiger Cavalry and asked us to attack the Tiger Cavalry along with the fugitives, I was basically certain."

Li Hong nodded: "It should be a high-ranking official in the prefectural city, no, or even higher up, performing the ritual, but the knife was used to strike Gaoyang County."

"So, you mean we have no choice?"

"What else do you want to choose? Ever since those people came to us, we have been destined to take a clear stand on the side of sabotage. Only by killing the person who came to Gaoyang County for training can we have a chance to survive."

Li Hong's eyes were full of ruthlessness: "If we rely on those people to turn Gaoyang County into ruins, and then bleed them dry afterward, we can diligently rebuild the county and become an obedient dog. Perhaps that's the only way we can survive."

"Then let's do as that person said. Tomorrow, take these fugitive corpses to the county government office, report the situation, and request the Dragon Cavalry and county soldiers to suppress the bandits."

I'll turn myself in, and drag all the officials in the county government into a frenzy, crippling the operation of Gaoyang County."

"Old Sun, I'm sorry to trouble you. I'll take care of everything. Don't worry, I'll make sure to take good care of your family. You can go in peace."

Li Hong said solemnly.

"Old Li, you absolutely have to win! I'll be waiting for you in prison. After this is done, we'll drink and celebrate together in Gaoyang County."

Sun Youfu gripped Li Hong's hand tightly, his eyes reddening.

"Okay, okay, okay."

After a while of reminiscing about spring and autumn, Sun Youfu disappeared into the darkness.

"You son of a bitch, Li Hong, you're such a blabbermouth."

"You say my sins are minor? Because of my monopoly on the medicinal herb business, I'm deeply involved with the officials and gentry of Gaoyang County, making me the perfect candidate to expose myself. Now you're even threatening me with my family! You wait, don't let me get out, or I'll be the first to bite you to death!"

After walking a dozen steps, Sun Youfu's face turned extremely gloomy.

"You son of a bitch, Sun Youfu, you're such a blabbermouth. You said my family runs a blacksmith's workshop, that Gaoyang County buys a lot of military equipment from my family, and that I have the best relationship with the county soldiers, making me the best candidate to bribe and plant spies."

Now you want me and the Dragon Riders to go bandit suppression, and you still want to come out for drinks? You can't even get a piss from me, you might as well go die in jail!

Li Hong lowered his head, his eyes also filled with a cold glint.

He waved his hand, and someone behind him carried the freshly made candied hawthorn figure on their back, then disappeared into the deep night.

……

The next morning.

Fu Que arrived at the tiger's den as usual, as if nothing had happened the night before.

The other Tiger Riders arrived one after another, but everyone's face was gloomy and the atmosphere was deathly heavy.

"What did the captain say? Should we call the people from the mountains back and have a good fight?"

One of the tiger riders frowned and said.

"Who are you going to attack? Do you know who attacked us yesterday?"

Someone next to him glanced at him sideways, speaking in a rather unfriendly tone.

"Is that even a question? Anyone with a brain knows who attacked us."

The tiger rider who spoke first also became aggressive in tone.

"Oh my, your ass is so smart! You know things even men wouldn't think of, so why aren't you a man? What are you standing there for?"

"What the hell are you saying?!"

Tiger Rider's brows furrowed, his eyes reddening. Although he hadn't been attacked last night, several of his close brothers had been killed, their bodies left unburied, their heads impaled on wooden stakes and exposed to the sun. It was only when Dragon Riders arrived that they were brought home.

"What are you yelling about? If you've got the guts, go yell at the men in the main hall! What are you yelling about here? Anyone can yell, right? You think having a loud voice can get you revenge?"

"Fuck your mother!"

Hu Qi frowned and roared.

Before he finished speaking, his body moved suddenly. His right arm flashed like a white crane's claws, and a crisp sound rang out from the cuff. His five fingers closed together like a predatory bird's beak, and the force was fierce, aiming straight for his opponent's throat. The attack was so fierce and the strike so ruthless that it was a killing move from the very first move!

The eccentric Tiger Rider remained unfazed, a cold smile playing on his lips. He swiftly raised his hand, his upper arm muscles undulating like flowing water, and with a move of Azure Dragon Claw, he reached out from left to right to grab something.

Clap your hands together!

"collapse!"

A deep, muffled thud, like rolling thunder, suddenly spread out.

Both of them shuddered simultaneously, and the fine dust on the ground swirled in all directions as they unleashed their power.

Thump! Thump!

In an instant, their waists and hips sank, and their feet involuntarily took two steps back, their arms trembling slightly.

Both of them were already harboring a burning anger, and seeing that they had already started fighting, how could they hold back? Their blood and energy surged through their bodies, and they were about to step forward to continue, but out of the corner of their eyes, they caught a glimpse of a tall figure leaning against the porch through the dust.

Their forward-leaning bodies involuntarily paused.

"Go ahead and fight! Why did you stop?"

Peng Chi's angry voice came from the porch. He crossed his arms, and his face visibly began to turn red.

"Commander-in-Chief."

"Commander-in-Chief."

The surrounding tiger riders greeted them, mainly because the two men acted so quickly that they hadn't even had time to react; it was only a matter of two sentences before the fight began.

Just as they were about to intervene, Peng Chi had already appeared.

The two tiger riders who had made the move immediately turned to face Peng Chi, their postures ramrod straight.

"I'm asking you both a question, why did you stop?"

Peng Chi walked up to the two men who had their heads down and asked them.

The two lowered their eyes and remained silent.