The Elm Tree Blooms!

"D-D-D-D-Sir, could you untie us first?"

The young man in the brocade robe spoke softly, his voice trembling.

The group of grim reapers before him had left too deep an impression, and coupled with their Heavenly Realm Division identity, the young man dared not show the slightest disrespect.

"Zhu Huan."

"Yes."

Upon hearing his name, Zhu Huan gave a look to the runners beside him.

"Thank you, sir."

The bound individuals were freed and all bowed deeply to Wei Qing and the others in gratitude.

Wei Qing looked at the injured runners before him and asked, "Zhu Huan, what were the casualties this time?"

Zhu Huan's tone was heavy, "Sir, six have died in the line of duty, and eleven are injured."

Wei Qing immediately ordered, "Send people to escort the citizens back to the city."

"Bring the injured back with them. The yamen will cover the medical expenses and provide full treatment. Additionally, each person will receive a reward of ten taels of silver."

"For our fallen brothers, each family will receive three hundred taels as a settlement allowance. Inform their families that if they face any difficulties in the future, they can directly seek help from the yamen."

"Yes, your subordinate thanks you on behalf of my men." Zhu Huan cupped his fists and responded solemnly.

"Thank you, sir."

The injured runners were deeply moved. Such actions never came with rewards in the past.

Ten taels of silver was equivalent to two and a half months of their salary.

And the three hundred taels settlement allowance was a sixfold increase in the previous compensation standards.

For a moment.

A wave of warmth surged through everyone.

How they wished Wei Qing could stay in Qingcheng forever as the County Magistrate.

Such a generous superior.

They liked him very much.

Next, Wei Qing reiterated, "Zhu Captain, you must personally handle this matter."

"The compensation and settlement allowances must be delivered to the individuals or their families without a single cent deducted."

"If anyone dares to skim off the top..."

"Do not seek instructions. Kill them without mercy!"

As the word "kill" landed, everyone was stunned by the invisible killing intent Wei Qing exuded.

They understood.

If anyone dared to lay a hand on it, Wei Qing would absolutely unleash a bloodbath!

"Yes, your subordinate will not disappoint you, sir."

Zhu Huan nodded solemnly.

From this moment on, freed from the shackles of countless master-servant contracts, he truly acknowledged Wei Qing as his master from the bottom of his heart.

"Thank you, Lord Wei."

Hearing this, the runners present had tears welling up in their eyes.

In the past, whenever such incidents occurred, after layers of exploitation, only a few scattered silver coins would reach their hands.

Some had even dared to demand an explanation, only to be immediately charged with "disrupting official business."

Even their families' safety was not guaranteed.

Wei Qing's words were like a calming reassurance, freeing them from future worries.

Tantai Yue and the others also looked at Wei Qing with subtle changes in their gazes.

In the past, such matters were handled by the local government.

They had heard whispers of some shady dealings, but the Heavenly Realm Division had no authority to interfere in local administrative affairs.

Now, with Wei Qing acting as the interim County Magistrate, his handling of the situation was legitimate.

No one could say anything.

"Qingzi, you're the best!"

Jun Wushang gave a thumbs-up, his face full of admiration. He found that since Wei Qing had "come back from the dead," he had become more and more to his liking.

Decisive in action, seasoned in dealing with matters.

No longer indecisive like he used to be.

He was happy to see Wei Qing's transformation.

"You talk too much. What, doesn't your arm hurt anymore?"

From an angle no one could see, Wei Qing lightly nudged Jun Wushang, his eyes quickly glancing at Zhang Xue.

"Ouch... you crow's mouth, it actually hurts when you say it."

After the heroic rescue of the damsel just now, Jun Wushang's feelings towards the feisty Zhang Xue had also undergone a subtle change.

Seeing Wei Qing's obvious hint, the "pain" in his arm suddenly intensified, and he couldn't help but cry out.

"Xue'er, go take care of Wushang. He was injured saving you, after all."

Shen Yan instructed Zhang Xue.

"Okay." A hint of joy flashed in Zhang Xue's eyes, but she quickly hid it. With a displeased look, she stepped forward. "Hmph, if my mother hadn't spoken, I wouldn't bother taking care of you."

"Thank you, Xue'er."

Jun Wushang gave a bashful smile, and the arm hidden behind his back gave Wei Qing a big thumbs-up.

Wei Qing smiled calmly.

Zhang Zhidong glared at his precious daughter when he saw her go to take care of Jun Wushang.

The latter seemed not to notice, baring his teeth and pretending to be in pain with a "hiss, hiss."

The crowd burned the bodies of the Yan Family members and Cheng Hao to ashes.

Then, they followed Wei Qing out of the City God Temple and embarked on their journey back along the path they had come.

Swish...

After confirming that Wei Qing and the others had left, Zhou Kai's figure appeared in the City God Temple.

"This kid, he's hiding even deeper than his father."

"His combat power just now was definitely comparable to a Fifth Rank martial artist. A Seventh-rank martial artist who has comprehended Profound Meaning... let alone the Heavenly Realm Division, even in the entire Great Zhou, you wouldn't find anyone who could rival him in talent."

When Tao Kun appeared earlier, he had been ready to intervene.

But he found that there was no panic or fear on Wei Qing's face!

For a moment, his curiosity was piqued.

He wanted to see why Wei Qing was so confident, perhaps there would be an unexpected surprise!

What followed was more than a surprise; it was a shock.

No one would have imagined that a Seventh-rank martial artist could comprehend Profound Meaning!

What's more, in the subsequent battle, he severed the arm of a Fifth Rank martial artist with one strike, directly forcing the Fifth Rank martial artist to flee in disarray.

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he wouldn't have believed it even if he were killed.

"Wei Yuan, you have a good son."

"Now, when this kid returns to the Heavenly Realm Division, that place will be lively."

"Next, with his strength, which is even greater than mine, there's no need for me to supervise him anymore."

"Right, he seems to be single now. If he encounters that person..."

His voice still lingered in the air, but he had already merged into the darkness and disappeared.

The mass grave ten miles outside Qingcheng.

Tao Kun emerged from behind a large tree, cautiously looking around. Seeing that no one was nearby, he let out a soft sigh.

Clutching his still bleeding wound, he looked towards the City God Temple. "Damn brat, the next time we meet, I will avenge this severed arm."

Today, if he hadn't been cautious.

And carried the Teleportation Talisman with him, he might have ended up buried in the City God Temple like Cheng Hao.

Thinking of Cheng Hao, he felt another headache coming on.

As the personal disciple of Sect Elder Chen Hai, he had been warned before leaving the sect to protect Cheng Hao at all costs.

In case of an emergency, Cheng Hao's safety was the top priority.

As a result, he was alive, and Cheng Hao was dead.

If he returned to the sect like this, he would surely face Chen Hai's immense wrath and punishment.

Just as he was racking his brain for a solution, a flash of inspiration suddenly struck him: "That's right, how could I forget about this? Brat, let's see how you don't die now, hehe..."

Saying that, his figure flickered, and he vanished into the night.