Chapter 5, Collecting Some Interest
Hearing the duck-like voice of Song Qingyi from downstairs, Duan Xu's expression instantly became much more vivid.
What a disaster of a fire, what a dry and arid situation
Uh... is the young master referring to the incident of the Duan residence suffering a fire?" Jia Shen was taken aback, and then his brows furrowed slightly
"Young Master, what brings you here this time?" Jia Shen looked at Duan Xu and asked again
I am not quite sure about this old man, but this matter is suspicious. Young master, it would be best if you do not stay in this city for long. If..." Jia Shen hesitated slightly at this point, but ultimately said in a low voice: "If possible, young master, you should leave Pingcheng for a while!
He did not leave immediately, but instead hid near the Duan residence, hoping to gather information about his parents
Duan Xu let out a cold laugh and immediately threw both "pigeon eggs" in at the same time
The owner of this pharmacy is named Jia Shen, who was once a retired manager from the Duan family. Most importantly, Duan Xu is a major patron of this pharmacy, having frequently come here to purchase valuable "treasure medicines".
"Young master, heed the advice of an old man: take your silver and leave Pingcheng. It is the right path to seek a beautiful girl elsewhere to help the Duan family flourish and expand," Jia Shen said earnestly.
I originally intended to find my old acquaintance Ruyu to inquire about the situation of Song Qingyi, but unexpectedly, as soon as I reached the second floor, I heard a shout: "Oh! Isn't this Song Qingyi, Young Master Song? What brings you to my Chunhe - Tu - Shuxiang Building today?"
The annihilation of his family and the loss of his qualifications for the immortal sect have understandably filled Duan Xu with immense anger, which can aptly be described as deep-seated resentment and bitterness
The great dandy has arrived
Duan Xu narrowed his eyes slightly, which startled Jia Shen greatly
With hopes shattered, Duan Xu no longer dared to stay in Pingcheng. However, when he reached the city gate, he saw a notice posted on the bulletin board from the lord's office.
He is currently in a difficult situation and cannot think of any better place to go at the moment
When Duan Xu stood before Jia Shen, the nearly sixty-year-old man with a head full of gray hair suddenly stiffened his face
Although the distance is great and the view is not clear, Duan Xu already understands in his heart.
That bag of silver is quite heavy, containing at least twenty to thirty ingots
Jia Shen was taken aback upon hearing this and quickly said: "Young Master, there is no problem with the money, there is no need to use the word 'borrow', but the dosage of this aphrodisiac cannot be increased casually, otherwise it could really be detrimental to one's health"
Duan Xu did not answer him, but instead entered the inner courtyard of the pharmacy, found a chair to sit down, and then squinted his eyes to look at the old man, saying lightly: "Jia Shen, have you not heard some rumors within the city?"
Alright, that's enough, no need to see me off...
That token must be the 'Disciple Selection Order' that the old man purchased from the Immortal Sect
Not long after, the sound of Song Qingyi's furious roar echoed within the Chunxiang Building, and soon, the entire populace of Hetushu Pingcheng became aware of a certain matter
This filled him with regret for his past decisions, while simultaneously harboring deep resentment towards the Song family of the City Lord's Mansion
Duan Xu did not believe that his ghostly father would die so easily
In that case, you have learned something as well. Allow me to speak frankly, all of this is the doing of that dog lord, Song Jinglun
It is truly satisfying, when everything is revealed!
Duan Xu waved his hand and immediately left the pharmacy, then headed towards Chunxiang Tower
After all, he is the wealthiest person in the entire Cloud Realm, surrounded by experts; how could it be so easy for him to perish in a great fire?
However, Duan Xu stayed in the alley outside the Duan residence for a full two days, but ultimately did not witness any miracles occur. Although he was reluctant to accept this, he eventually came to terms with the reality.
This old fellow is indeed pretending to be confused while clearly understanding everything in front of me
Duan Xu let out a cold snort, his face filled with ferocity, tucked the official document into his bosom, and then strode purposefully towards the city.
The son of the city lord, Song Qingyi, indulged excessively at the Chunxiang Tower, resulting in impotence
Young master, the master has only you as his son. He is currently facing persecution. If anything were to happen to you, how could you face the ancestors of the Duan family...
Young master, what are you saying? Throughout my life, I have been greatly indebted to the Duan family. In the past, the old master treated me with immense kindness, and it can be said that without the Duan family, there would be no present-day me. Therefore, how could I possibly commit such despicable acts, worse than those of pigs and dogs?
He did not go directly to the lord's mansion, as that would be tantamount to seeking death, but instead went to a pharmacy in the city
Old Jia, thank you very much for this matter. In the future, when this young master becomes successful, there will surely be a generous reward!
Moments later, Song Qingyi and the two top courtesans of Chunxiang Tower were engaged in a fierce battle. A young servant outside was about to enter with a tray of tea, but was dismissed by Duan Xu with a silver ingot.
Duan Xu looked down and was astonished; he usually consumed only pills the size of ordinary medicinal pellets, but this one was as large as a pigeon egg. It surely could be lethal if taken in excess
Jia Shen was about to kneel down, but he was supported by Duan Xu, who said, "Alright, it seems my father did not misjudge the person, and I did not misjudge either!"
Seeing the worried expression on Jia Shen's face, Duan Xu's gloomy mood improved slightly, but he still scolded without hesitation: "If I told you to prepare, then just prepare. Why ask so many questions?"
Upon hearing this, Duan Xu did not take the medicine himself. Jia Shen immediately ceased to speak further and followed the instructions to procure two pills the size of pigeon eggs, and handed Duan Xu a small pouch of silver.
At the moment when Song Jinglun, with a sullen face, led a large group to seal off the entire Chunxiang Building, Duan Xu quietly left Pingcheng, blending into a merchant convoy, raising his wine cup and laughing uncontrollably
"Enough with the nonsense, I remember last time that the play 'One Dragon Plays with Two Phoenixes' came to m.hetushu.com. Just so happens that I'm in a good mood today, so hurry up and bring me your two top performers!"
This old man is generally good, but he can be a bit fussy, like a fly buzzing around his ear, which annoys him
Song Jinglun, wait for me. One day, I, Duan Xu, will demand repayment of this blood debt from your Song family!
Damn it, do you think I look like a fool? Asking you to prepare medicine is definitely not for me to take myself. If you keep talking nonsense, don't blame me for smashing your shop!
In the past two days, he personally witnessed a master from the Duan residence returning home, who was shot dead by the officials with a volley of arrows as soon as he arrived at the entrance of the mansion, and at the same time, a token was taken from his body
The residence of the wealthiest individual in Pingcheng, the Duan family, has suffered a fire, resulting in the loss of both life and property. Over one hundred individuals within the estate perished in the flames. It is hoped that the citizens of the city will take this as a warning. The weather is dry, and caution should be exercised with fire—an edict from the city lord's office
Hey, you are quite bold; this is an edict from the Lord of the City, and you actually dare to tear it up
Young Master Duan, why are you dressed like this today? Are you here to ask the old man for that 'Vigorous Dragon and Tiger Pill'?
However, even if you are the son of the city lord, you must drink my foot bath water
Driven by the allure of silver, he avoided acquaintances and entered the Chunxiang Building
On one side, the common people of Pingcheng stared wide-eyed, looking at Duan Xu's actions with expressions of shock.
Duan Xu looked at the contents of the order, unable to contain his rage, his hands tightly clenched into fists, his nails digging into his flesh, causing blood to flow, yet he remained completely unaware.
Jia Shen smiled broadly at Duan Xu, but the smile was as ambiguous as it could be.
Song Qingyi, oh Song Qingyi, last time I did not sever your third leg, this time you are truly doomed!
Duan Xu spoke candidly, his gaze fixed intently on Jia Shen. When he noticed that the other party showed no signs of surprise and made no movements, he felt a slight sense of relief in his heart
Damn it, it truly is a narrow road for enemies!
Duan Xu let out a cold snort in his heart, then said with a smile that did not reach his eyes: "Yes, my Duan residence suffered a fire, do you know who was responsible for it?"
Duan Xu never expected that in just one night, the entire Duan residence would be reduced to ashes, and even his parents' fates remained uncertain
After standing in place for a moment, Duan Xu stepped forward and directly tore down the notice.
What are you looking at? If you keep looking, I will tear you apart too
It seems you are aware of this, so why not take this young master to the lord's mansion to request some reward money
"I came to borrow a few taels of silver from you, and by the way... could you prepare some more of that 'Vigorous Dragon Pill' for me? Oh, and I need it in a large dosage, the kind that will render one useless after taking it!" Duan Xu said with a cold sneer.
The crimes of the Song family are too numerous to list. Now that he cannot take action against Song Jinglun, can he not take action against other members of the Song family?
First, let's collect some interest before discussing further