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

Chapter 21 Entering the Mountain

Qiu Da's forehead turned purple, and he couldn't even let out a scream before his eyes rolled back and he fainted... He was instantly killed.

The guards, who were originally prepared to laugh at Fu Que, were dumbfounded. Such a sharp and experienced fighting style, could a young man who had just broken through the Bone Gate really do it?

Qiu Da is considered a skilled fighter among them, otherwise they wouldn't have made him the one to step forward and make Fu Que back down. But if Qiu Da is defeated in an instant, wouldn't the others suffer an even worse defeat?

"I've made a fool of myself."

Fu Que picked up the scabbard, twirled the sword, and hung it back on his waist, adding, "Now, there shouldn't be anyone superfluous, right?"

As a doctor, Chen Lu was the first to react. Without thinking of anything else, she rushed to Qiu Da, who had collapsed and lost consciousness, and placed her fingertips on Qiu Da's wrist.

"It's nothing serious, just a temporary shock caused by the shock to his lungs and internal organs and the reverse flow of qi and blood."

Chen Lu checked his pulse, then stood up and said.

Chen Lu's abilities are beyond question, given that she was entrusted with important responsibilities by Qingshui Pharmacy simply because of her youthful age. In addition, Da Zhao has a strong martial spirit, and as a doctor, Chen Lu has rich experience in diagnosis.

"Thank you for your mercy, Brother Fu."

Chen Lu bowed to Fu Que. With Fu Que's sharp skills and control over his strength, killing or seriously injuring Qiu Da would be no more difficult than raising his hand.

However, even with Qiu Da's initial provocation, Fu Que, as a member of the Tiger Cavalry, still showed leeway, which can only be attributed to his connection with Qingshui Medicine House.

"No problem. May I join the escort convoy now?"

Fu Que turned slightly to the side, avoiding the direction in which Chen Lu bowed, and asked calmly.

Although he was speaking to Chen Lu, his gaze drifted lightly towards the Tiger Rider who had been observing the situation with a cold eye.

"Is everyone here? I think it's about time, so let's get going to avoid any unforeseen problems. Let's set off now."

Qin Lie, the Tiger Cavalry leader, also opened his eyes at this moment. His gaze did not linger on Qiu Da, who was lying on the ground. He swept his eyes over the people around the carriage, only lingering on Fu Que for a moment, before speaking.

Since Qin Lie had spoken, none of the guards present dared to make a fool of themselves. To put it bluntly, strength is the foundation of everything. Qiu Da was swiftly and decisively defeated and was now lying on the ground asleep. If they went up there, they would probably fall asleep instantly as well.

Although some of them had a good relationship with Qiu Da, going into the mountains was quite dangerous. If they had a strong companion, they would be safer. Anyway, Qiu Da was fine and was just lying on the ground sleeping.

Their reasons for resisting Fu Que joining the escort team were twofold: firstly, he was too weak, and secondly, his identity was unclear.

But Fu Que decisively defeated Qiu Da, and was now wearing the armor of the Tiger Cavalry, thus resolving both issues.

If they weren't unsure of Fu Que's temperament, these seasoned guards would have immediately put their arms around him.

If they can build up their goodwill, and Fu Que happens to have the ability to help them when they are in danger, that would be a great achievement, even if it means losing face.

As for being targeted and ostracized after losing face, what are you thinking!

Soon, Chen Lu woke Qiu Da up.

"I am outmatched and admit defeat. It seems I was unnecessary this time. Well then, I wish you all the best."

Qiu Da was a straightforward person, and he stood up.

"I'm sorry, Uncle Qiu. This is a packet of Blood Qi Powder that I prepared. It may be beneficial to martial artists who have difficulty with bone joints or even tendon joints. Consider it my apology."

Chen Lu handed Qiu Da a packet of medicine powder, her tone slightly apologetic.

"It's alright. I was the one who provoked them first. I should really thank this Tiger Rider for not taking it seriously and hurting me."

As he spoke, he cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Fu Que, this time his bow was much more proper.

Fu Que returned the greeting, then watched Qiu Da disappear into the crowd.

After the brief incident, the group escorted the carriage and headed towards Medicine Mountain.

Once you leave the vicinity of Gaoyang County, there are no more paved roads paved with stone slabs. Instead, there are only narrow earthen paths, barely wide enough for a horse-drawn carriage to pass, with only a few people walking side by side. The paths are also shaded by straw stalks that are about half a person's height, and there are almost no people around.

As we walked along this path, we could hear the guards chatting quietly, seemingly without much suspicion.

Having been hired as guards by Qingshui Medicine House many times, their individual strength might not be very strong, but they were already very familiar with this escort mission.

After the convoy had traveled for about an hour, the rammed earth path disappeared, and as the view stretched out, the continuous green forest almost filled the entire field of vision.

From Fu Que's own perspective, the scenery in front of him was very pleasant.

If such a place existed in my past life, and I were granted permission to open a resort hotel there, with a few steel cables strung high in the air, it would definitely be a very promising venture.

Unfortunately, this is Dazhao, and it can't be opened even a little bit. If the demons and wild beasts that may be hiding in the mountains are not cleared out, the construction workers will disappear at night and become food for the dead before construction even begins.

We must be determined to eliminate any monsters that may exist in the mountains and forests, but no one is willing to do something that requires a huge investment with unknown returns.

Even if someone were willing to do it, the local gentry who controlled the grassroots of Dazhao would find ways to obstruct it.

It's nothing more than coercion and enticement.

What a joke! If you bring even the deepest mountains and forests under the jurisdiction of the imperial court, then my smuggling routes, the wild delicacies I've been hyping up, the daily necessities I've been hoarding, and the raw materials for my cultivation will all be cut off.

Who will be responsible for my extravagant spending?

The Dragon and Tiger Cavalry of Gaoyang County simply loosened the reins a little, and those wealthy households and gangs went wild, sucking the blood and flesh of Da Zhao to their heart's content.

Their leaders may not be unaware that this could be a trap, a scheme to wipe them out in one fell swoop.

But they have no choice but to accept the immediate benefits. Money is a powerful motivator; even if they are unwilling, their subordinates will push them to do it.

Moreover, in smuggling, it's a matter of big fish eating small fish, and small fish eating shrimp. If you don't eat them, others will eat you.

Those relatively more restrained big players had no choice but to go along with the tide and join the corrupt.

"Miss Chen Lu, this area is now a danger zone. To ensure your safety and the safety of the pharmacy staff, please take your people back to the carriage. Do not get out of the carriage unless there are special circumstances."

Just as Fu Que was sighing, a guard, at Qin Lie's behest, came up to Chen Lu and said something.

"Okay, then I'll leave everything to you."

Chen Lu, who had insisted on walking alongside the guards the whole way, wiped the sweat from her face, stopped insisting, nodded slightly to a few of the shop assistants from Qingshui Pharmacy, and then entered the carriage in the center of the caravan.

The real danger lies in the journey ahead. If they stay outside, they won't be sharing the hardships, but rather causing trouble.

Once only the guards remained outside the convoy, Qin Lie called out the names of four guards. The guards whose names were called came to Qin Lie, took something from his hands, and then retreated to the outside of the convoy.