Chapter 7, Sharp Face

"The child of a wealthy family." The sharp-faced youth let out a cold laugh, his tone frivolous and full of sarcasm

May I ask what the king wishes to purchase? We have ... ...

It is unclear whether they do not understand the dialect of the Central Plains or are unwilling to speak; the children do not respond at all, nor do they even raise their heads to glance at the newcomer.

The atmosphere of the caravan grew increasingly cheerful, with Biyu City just ahead. There, they would be welcomed by wealthy buyers, an endless flow of fine wine, and enchanting comforts. Most importantly, the caravan had already entered the territory of Jinpeng Fortress, where they would encounter no danger

The bandit from Tieshan had successfully purchased a person, turned his horse's head eastward, and galloped away, leaving nearly ten thousand taels of silver on the road. It would be sufficient to buy several dozen small slaves. The merchants were still in a state of shock; the leader had already vanished without a trace, and no one dared to touch the silver.

Moreover, he possesses a remarkable skill of speaking several languages. The children in the cage come from all directions, and he can almost converse with each of them. In conjunction with the sensational rumors, he also has to make a variety of expressions and gestures.

This is it, the Big Head God loves to eat children, regardless of whether their bottoms are clean or not, he will eat them without hesitation

The final thought was shattered at noon on the third day. At that time, the caravan was just over a day's journey from Biyu City, the terrain became increasingly flat, the greenery grew denser, and settlements began to appear, resembling a place where bandits would not roam.

Buy people

That black horse is also quite extraordinary, being a full size larger than an ordinary horse, with sharp teeth and fierce eyes, resembling a carnivorous beast

The Iron Mountain Big Head God actually wants to "buy" something, which astonishes the merchants even more. No one dares to speak, fearing that this might be a secret code among robbers. They eagerly lean in, only to be met with a swift and clean knife.

Rest assured, someone like you, a former young master, looks quite presentable. Once you arrive at Bihé - Tushuyucheng, there will definitely be people vying for you, with a bright future ahead. Haha, your backside will not be idle.

The upper body is bare, muscles are well-defined, glistening in the sunlight

Gu Shen grasped with such force that his knuckles turned pale; he stared blankly, unable to believe that the family heirloom had vanished just like that

A piece of white ... ...

I never expected that the Big Head God was actually just an ordinary buyer of people. A thin, middle-aged woman emerged from the bandit horsemen, leading a small group of people. She inspected the various slave carts, pulling out those she was interested in.

Do not be afraid, we have many people, while the robbers are only a few dozen.

This is undoubtedly an insult

The sharp-faced youth spoke only in the Central Plains dialect, then, with a mournful expression, followed closely behind Gu Shenwei, tightly gripping his arm as they walked towards the new master

Clean your bottom thoroughly

Where is the killer from Jinpeng Fortress? Wasn't he leading the way in front?

Gu Shen was gesturing with the size of the white silk in his hand, growing increasingly less confident as he spoke. The children in this cart were all emaciated, their clothes tattered, and they would certainly not be interested in a piece of cloth.

Gu Shenwei could not have imagined that there were such detestable people in the world. The sharp-faced youth even temporarily replaced the assassins of Jinpeng Fortress, becoming the object of his utmost hatred

They cannot understand what you are saying

The sharp-faced youth thought for a moment, shook his head, and said, "No, is it very important?"

Some masters enjoy eating children, especially those as big as us. Every year, these slave traders select a batch of tender-skinned children specifically for those adults with special preferences. They will publicly claim that you are disobedient, defying your master and attempting to escape, and then they will firmly bind you, wash your backside clean, while simultaneously torturing you and cutting off pieces of flesh to eat, some roasted, some boiled, with various methods of preparation. While the master eats, you are still alive, watching with wide-open eyes.

The sharp-faced youth said earnestly to the * book *, and then a smile appeared on his face, which grew increasingly intense, eventually transforming into a wild laugh

At the beginning, it was not the Great Head God himself who negotiated with the caravan. Just as the entire caravan was filled with fear and anxiety, a voice that was shockingly loud said:

The target of the sharp-faced youth's mockery is not limited to Gu Shen. He always falls silent for a moment, then suddenly speaks at length, either hinting or stating outright, recounting the miserable plight of being a servant, determined to provoke his audience to anger or tears.

You need not be afraid, I have a relationship with the Unrivaled King, and I am not conducting business on his territory. I am not here to rob; I am here to purchase goods

The sharp-faced youth closely followed Gu Shenwei, mounting the same horse as him. He wrapped his arms around Gu Shenwei's waist from behind, refusing to let go no matter how hard Gu Shenwei struggled to shake him off.

Gu Shenwei had some impression of the "Big Head God"; this figure often appeared in various terrifying stories. These stories were so unusual that Gu Shenwei had always regarded him as a mythical character, never expecting that such a person actually existed in the world

"Do you know me?" Gu Shenwei asked irritably. There were only the two of them in the car who could speak the Central Plains dialect, but having fallen into slavery and lost the crucial family heirloom, he truly had no mood to make friends

"It's nothing. Once we arrive at Biyu City, we will all be sold, but no one will buy you to be a young master again. I am kindly reminding you that transitioning from a young master to a servant is not so easy. Servants have their own rules and ways of survival. Would you like to hear my advice?"

Where are we going?" After a long while, he unconsciously asked.

The merchant's anxious heart was finally at ease, but the slaves who heard the news were greatly frightened. The sharp-faced youth was first stunned into silence, then began to frantically rummage through the haystack, smearing his face with a handful of dust.

Biyu City

The emaciated woman was quick to choose, and in the end, she selected a boy named Shi He and ten girls, all around the age of ten. Among them were also the two boys who were being pursued by the Snow Mountain Swordsman Long Feidu.

How could there be robbers here

Before long, Gu Shenwei became accustomed to the sharp-tongued and incessant chatter of the sharp-faced youth. His current mood resembled that of a terminally ill patient; since he was aware that his time was limited, he had lost the will to survive. If there was any hope left, it was merely the anticipation of when death would arrive

Bai Juan must have dropped it while struggling with the bearded man. Gu Shenwei clung to the wooden bars of the cage cart, looking back, and could only see a long line of ox carts. After waiting for a while, as the convoy turned, he was finally able to see further ahead.

It was not until the henchmen of the Big Head God threw two large bags of shiny silver onto the ground that the leader of the merchant convoy mustered the courage to ask

In the Daitou Divine Team, there are many horses, and immediately more than ten are led out. The newly purchased young boys and girls, whether riding alone or in pairs, are all forced to mount the horses

The sharp-faced youth, having gained an advantage, became even more ruthless. After his laughter subsided, he pretended to be serious and said

It was precisely here that a group of bandits blocked the front of the caravan. The people at the back could not see the situation, yet bad news kept coming in one after another

The intersection is not in sight, and the convoy has already moved far away

The sharp-faced youth's complexion was deathly pale, and he spoke in four or five different languages. His expression was not as frivolous as usual, and his voice trembled, which added a degree of authenticity to his words

The caravan moved slowly, with day following night. The slaves were occasionally allowed to come out to relieve themselves. Gu Shenwei was like a walking corpse, showing no signs of resistance, not even attempting to escape. He had completely lost faith, and even divine will had abandoned him, no longer providing him with the slightest hint.

Gu Shen made up his mind and jumped down himself. The sharp-faced boy slumped in the corner, still holding onto a glimmer of hope, but was forcibly dragged out by a robber along with the books.

The story of the Iron Mountain Big Head God is known by almost all the children in the Western Regions. Once reminded, they all fall into a state of panic, with the timid curling up in the hay, trembling uncontrollably, not even daring to lift their heads.

The children quickly separated, each enduring quite a few blows, and Gu Shenwei was no exception, yet he still could not reach the sharp-faced boy in the corner

The sharp-faced boy revealed two rows of white teeth, extending his tongue to lick around, "Wash your butt clean" is his favorite catchphrase

There are robbers blocking the road ahead

The figure known as Big Head God rides atop a black horse, with his upper body alone nearly reaching the height of a person. True to his name, his head is as large as a basin, and his hair and beard are unkempt, making his head appear even larger, resembling a massive ancient cauldron engraved with a taotie design. His eyes, nose, mouth, and ears are all disproportionately large, as if he has stepped out from a temple as a deity.

Gu Shen had not understood the meaning of this sentence for a long time; he was merely displeased by the reckless laughter of the sharp-faced youth. Gradually, he began to perceive the lewd implications within it, but the best moment to react had already passed. Throughout his lavish and privileged life, he had never learned how to handle such situations

His actions reminded everyone, even Gu Shenwei, whose heart was as cold as ashes, joined the fray to strive to make himself the ugliest and least noticeable.

Only after an eight or nine-year-old child cried out loudly did he finally close his mouth contentedly and take a break for a while

However, that emaciated woman seemed to possess a unique ability to discern the true nature of others at a glance, regardless of how thick the dust on their faces might be. Upon arriving at this cage-like vehicle, her gaze swept across and selected two children.

The Great Head God? Here comes the Great Head God, my goodness

"White silk, a piece of white cloth, have you seen it?" Gu Shenwei asked anxiously

This young boy is probably of the same age as Gu Shen, with a delicate appearance and a pointed face. Compared to the other children, his clothing is relatively clean. Although the cage is small, he occupies a corner with a picture book, playing with a straw stick in his hand, and is observing the newly arrived boy with a curious gaze

The giant-headed deity had always been at the forefront of the caravan. Gu Shen had only heard his voice before and had never seen him in person. At this moment, he mustered the courage to glance up. Although he was mentally prepared, he was still taken aback, thinking to himself how could there be such a terrifying person in the world

The ox cart swayed gently as it traveled a distance, and only in the corner did a young man finally speak up

Gu Shenwei raised his head, meeting the gaze of the sharp-faced youth, as if there were something peculiar about him that drew the other's sustained attention

Gu Shen sat down dejectedly, his mind a blank.

Gu Shenwei turned around, harboring a final glimmer of hope as he asked the other children in the cage.

What happened? A surge of anger shot through Gu Shenwei's body, reaching the top of his head, although this anger was mostly unrelated to the sharp-faced youth

The sharp-faced youth held back his laughter until the guards left, then he clutched his stomach, laughing so hard that he could hardly catch his breath

The words of the sharp-faced youth were very reasonable, and Gu Shenwei nodded in agreement

Gu Shenwei knew this city, a major stronghold in the Western Regions, where roads converge from all directions, merchants gather in droves, a paradise of intoxication and dreams, and a hell of blades and swords. He had even spent a night there, and suddenly he remembered that Jinpeng Fortress is located just outside of Biyu City

Who among you has seen a piece of white cloth

Gu Shen leaped forward, aiming to pounce on the sharp-faced boy, but was tripped by the child in the middle, tumbling into a heap, cries of pain echoing all around, which drew the attention of a guard who, without hesitation, brandished a club and began to jab it into the carriage.

Upon hearing these words, the members of the caravan simultaneously took three steps back, huddling together, all filled with confusion about who had offended this formidable figure to the extent that he would spend money to buy.

The flesh of young boys and girls is the most tender, we really need to clean ourselves thoroughly for others to consume

Gu Shenwei has begun to believe in the legend of the Big Head God who eats people; the sharp-faced youth behind him stumbled and nearly fell onto him