Chapter 60: Chapter 58: Shifting Situation

Because she couldn’t sense any malice from this black-clad figure, and even felt a vague sense of familiarity.

Just then, the black-clad figure flicked their hand, and a bag flew through the air, landing in front of her.

Afterward, Bai Erya saw the figure seemingly nod at her before leaping away and disappearing into the darkness.

At that moment, Old Man Bai heard movement in the courtyard and immediately threw on some clothes and walked outside.

"What’s happening?"

"Someone threw in a bag!"

As she spoke, Bai Erya bent down to pick up the bag. When they opened it, father and daughter were both stunned.

The bag contained copper coins and silver coins, totaling as much as five silver coins.

For a poor family like theirs, this was an enormous sum.

"What... what is this about?" Old Man Bai asked nervously.

For someone who had lived an honest life, tonight’s events were simply too bizarre.

In contrast, Bai Erya was much calmer.

"It must be from the hero who drove away the prowler."

"Will taking this cause us trouble?" Old Man Bai asked.

For a common person like him, causing trouble was his greatest fear.

"It shouldn’t. Besides, the hero has already left. Even if you wanted to return it, you couldn’t," Bai Erya explained.

"Sigh, we’ll move. As soon as dawn breaks, we’re moving!" Old Man Bai made up his mind, not wanting to stay here a moment longer.

Bai Erya remained calm. After returning to her room, she quietly played with the money bag and suddenly whispered.

"Brother Xiaowu, was it you?"

Wu Liangchen, who had just returned home, sneezed involuntarily, waking his sister who was sound asleep.

"Brother, why are you back so late?"

"Oh, my client had some issues. I helped her clean up a bit. Go back to sleep," Wu Liangchen made up an excuse.

Wu Mengchan didn’t doubt him and went back to sleep.

Wu Liangchen tidied up all his various items, stuffed them under the bed, then lay down to sleep.

But he couldn’t fall asleep no matter what.

Too many things had happened tonight.

First came his breakthrough, then the chance encounter with Zhu Chao, followed by that fierce battle outside the city. Each event kept replaying in his mind, keeping him highly stimulated.

Just as he finally calmed down and dawn was breaking, when he was just starting to feel drowsy, a knock came at the door.

"Is Xiaowu in? It’s me, Brother Liu!"

Wu Liangchen was instantly awakened. He quickly got out of bed and opened the door to find Liu Dongchuan standing there.

"What is it, Brother Liu?"

"Come with me. It’s important!"

Liu Dongchuan winked at Wu Liangchen, who understood immediately. After letting his sister know, he followed Liu Dongchuan out.

When they reached a secluded place outside, Liu Dongchuan lowered his voice: "Cui Qi sent someone over, saying he has important intelligence to report to you."

Ever since Wu Liangchen had rescued Liu Dongchuan from Cui Qi’s hands, whenever something happened, Cui Qi would send someone to notify him immediately.

Although most of the information wasn’t critical, it at least allowed Wu Liangchen to gain a deeper understanding of the current situation.

As for why Cui Qi was so cooperative, his purpose was simple.

Wu Liangchen’s display of power that night had deeply impressed them, and Cui Qi was particularly quick-witted.

If they wanted to achieve something and stop doing shady business, they needed a strong backer.

And in today’s world, there was no stronger backing than a Martial Artist.

So they immediately changed their attitude and clung tightly to Wu Liangchen as their patron.

Wu Liangchen followed Liu Dongchuan to a secluded, deserted corner outside.

Sure enough, someone was waiting there.

Upon seeing Wu Liangchen, the person hurriedly came forward and bowed.

"Master Wu!"

"What exactly has happened?" Wu Liangchen asked gravely.

"Master Wu, just yesterday, we discovered that the refugees from the lawless area were gathering together. By today, all the refugees in South City began moving strangely. Something big must be about to happen, so Brother Cui immediately sent me to inform you."

"Oh?" Wu Liangchen was slightly startled.

So it was finally beginning.

"Is there anything else?"

"Besides that, we’ve noticed many strange people among the refugees."

"What kind of strange people?"

"It’s hard to say, as we didn’t dare get too close. But these people seem to belong to the same faction."

"Very well, I understand!" Wu Liangchen nodded, gave the man a handful of copper coins, and sent him away.

"Xiaowu, is... is this serious?" Liu Dongchuan asked nervously.

"It probably won’t affect us here, but we need to be careful. It’s best not to go out into the streets to avoid getting caught up in it," Wu Liangchen said gravely.

"Alright, I understand!" Liu Dongchuan hurried home.

Wu Liangchen thought for a moment, then went to Yang Lian’Er’s place. After meeting Aunt Fan, he told her the news he had learned.

After listening, Aunt Fan raised an eyebrow slightly. "So what do you think these refugees will do next?"

"If I were the mastermind, I would definitely incite these refugees to storm North City," Wu Liangchen said.

"But North City has seven major martial arts schools and various powerful families. Even if these refugees attack, they won’t accomplish much," Aunt Fan remarked.

"A small number might not work, but a large number would be different."

"They don’t need to overturn the power structure in North City—that’s unrealistic. But as long as they create chaos, they’ll have an opportunity to exploit it. And don’t forget, there are still hundreds of thousands of refugees outside the city who haven’t arrived yet," Wu Liangchen explained.

Aunt Fan nodded approvingly. "I’m impressed that you have such a clear understanding of the current situation."

Wu Liangchen smiled without speaking.

In his previous life, he had built his vast fortune by precisely anticipating situations and staying one step ahead of everyone else.

So the affairs of Dinghai City were transparent to him at a glance.

"Comparatively, South City is indeed safer, but don’t let your guard down. Why not have your sister move over here too? Living together would provide mutual support," Aunt Fan suggested.

Wu Liangchen shook his head, refusing once again. 𝘧𝓇𝑒𝑒𝑤ℯ𝑏𝓃𝘰𝑣ℯ𝘭.𝘤ℴ𝘮

The identities of Aunt Fan and Yang Lian’Er were still a mystery, and he didn’t want his sister getting involved in this mess.

"Fine, suit yourself. Remember to come for your shift tonight."

"I will!"

Wu Liangchen took his leave.

After he left, Yang Lian’Er emerged from behind, biting into an apple. "Aunt Fan, I didn’t expect this guy to be so clever."

"Hehe, this fellow might be much smarter than we initially thought."

"Is he really that impressive?" Yang Lian’Er said somewhat defiantly.

"If I’m not mistaken, he should have already mastered the Tendon and Bone Stretching technique," Aunt Fan said calmly.