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Chapter 027: The Black Hand Butcher, Wu Sancai

Yi Jin Jing: Level 1 73/100, a Saint-grade passive skill. While not a God-grade technique, this skill is quite special as it incorporates another technique created by Old Ancestor Bodhidharma, the Marrow Cleansing Scripture, thus possessing the powerful ability to strengthen tendons and cleanse marrow. Currently at level 1, it can increase a Player's Inner Qi to three times its original amount. (Level 1 Yi Jin Jing can recover 1 point of Inner Qi per minute.)

Although the proficiency has reached 73 points, it's not far from the 100 points required for the next level.

However, based on Qin Shaofeng's estimation, it would take at least three to five days for the Yi Jin Jing to level up.

Qin Shaofeng was also a bit puzzled about how the proficiency of the Yi Jin Jing increased. The only thing he could be sure of was that once his Inner Qi was completely depleted, the proficiency of the Yi Jin Jing would definitely increase by 1 point.

This was the most obvious situation Qin Shaofeng had discovered so far.

Still, Qin Shaofeng didn't dwell on it too much. Compared to others, his Inner Qi was three times that of an ordinary person, so he was somewhat content.

After finishing the rabbit meat and having a full meal, Qin Shaofeng began to rest.

He needed to get a good rest for tomorrow.

Of course, Qin Shaofeng wouldn't let his guard down because of this. The Black Horn Mountain Range was full of dangers, and true relaxation was impossible for him.

The night was as dark as ink. Logically, the jungle should be quieter at night, but that wasn't the case in the Black Horn Mountain Range.

The Black Horn Mountain Range was just as lively at night. Some Demonic Beasts were active at night; in fact, the Black Horn Mountain Range was arguably at its most dangerous after dark.

Not far from Qin Shaofeng's cave, beneath a patch of bushes.

Thump! Thump!

Suddenly, two dark figures fell from a large tree, landing on the ground with two muffled thuds.

After landing, it was discovered that the two dark figures were actually two corpses!

"Are these the last two?"

A cold voice suddenly came from the previously quiet bushes, and then a black figure appeared.

This figure was entirely black and emitted no aura, seeming to blend perfectly with the night. If he hadn't revealed himself, it would have been difficult to find him.

With a flash, a figure descended from the large tree. It was a somewhat thin middle-aged man.

The thin man went directly in front of the black figure and knelt on one knee to report, "Reporting to the Captain, all those who intended harm to the young master in this area have been eliminated. However, I discovered that these were not the only ones who came; there should be others."

"Others?" The black figure said softly, then asked, "Do you know which faction they belong to? It shouldn't be the Zhang Family, right?"

"Yes!" the thin man replied. "These people are not from the Zhang Family; they should be from the Black Hand Gang!"

"The Black Hand Gang?"

The black figure, who had remained calm until now, finally showed a trace of unease in his voice.

After thinking for a moment, the black figure gave an order, "Pass down my command: everyone be careful. Since it's the Black Hand Gang, then that person should also appear."

That person?

The thin man's heart suddenly pounded. He seemed to have suddenly remembered something, and his expression changed, but he eventually responded.

"I understand!"

After saying this, the thin man instantly disappeared into the vast night.

"I was careless!"

After a long silence, the black figure suddenly sighed, "I should have guessed this earlier. Zhang Chongshan wouldn't dare to make a move against the young master, but the Black Hand Gang..."

His voice suddenly fell silent, but after a moment, the black figure spoke again.

Although it was just a murmur, his tone was filled with unwavering resolve.

"Hmph, even if the Black Hand Gang shows up, my Dark Guard is not to be trifled with, and I, Qin An, will not fear the Black Hand Butcher!"

Qin An?

Dark Guard?

The person who appeared here was naturally a member of the Qin Family, and not just any ordinary member.

The Dark Guard was the Qin Family Old Master's strongest force, and Qin An himself was a master at the Xiantian Martial Master realm.

The Qin Family Old Master had instructed Qin Shaofeng to go out on his own for the Lianyang Academy's enrollment assessment as a form of training. However, this did not mean he wouldn't send people to secretly protect Qin Shaofeng.

Moreover, not only did the Qin Family Old Master send people to protect Qin Shaofeng, but he also dispatched his most trusted Dark Guard Captain, Qin An.

This showed how deeply he cared about Qin Shaofeng's safety.

But now, Qin An was in trouble.

The Black Hand Gang!

In the Lanjiang City area, it was a notorious organization whose members were all wicked villains who committed murder, arson, rape, and robbery.

Wu Ada and Wu E'er, whom Zhang Lingtian had hired earlier to deal with Qin Shaofeng, were indeed members of the Black Hand Gang.

Furthermore, their identities were not simple; they were disciples of the Black Hand Gang's leader, Wu Sancai.

Speaking of Wu Sancai, few people probably knew him.

But if one mentioned Wu Sancai's other name, everyone in the Lanjiang City area would surely know it.

Wu Sancai, the master of Wu Ada and Wu E'er, was known as the Black Hand Butcher. He practiced a technique called the Black Poison Palm, which had turned his hands into something akin to potent poison. Not only had his cultivation reached the Xiantian Martial Master realm, but his Black Poison Hands were also incredibly vicious.

From his moniker, the Black Hand Butcher, one could tell what kind of person he was.

Just as his name suggested, the Black Hand Butcher, Wu Sancai, was someone who killed without batting an eye. It was estimated that no less than ten thousand people had met their end by his hand since he began his career, making him a persistent blight in the Lanjiang City region.

Previously, the City Lord of Lanjiang City, along with several nearby small cities, had joined forces to try and dismantle the Black Hand Gang and kill Wu Sancai on multiple occasions.

However, every attempt had failed.

Not only had they failed, but each time their losses were extremely severe.

This further cemented the reputation of Wu Sancai, the Black Hand Butcher, making him more widely known and feared.

Due to the recommendation quota, Zhang Chongshan dared not make a move against Qin Shaofeng.

But after Wu Ada and Wu E'er went missing, Zhang Chongshan became convinced that Old Master Qin was behind it. Now, suddenly remembering their master, Wu Sancai, he decided to use Wu Sancai to kill Qin Shaofeng.

He had even offered a price that was more than enough to tempt Wu Sancai.

Wu Sancai, not fully understanding the power of the Lianyang Academy recommendation quota, and swayed by the death of his disciples and Zhang Chongshan's heavy bribe, led his subordinates from the Black Hand Gang to the Black Horn Mountain Range to assassinate Qin Shaofeng.

Although Old Master Qin was renowned, Wu Sancai knew he himself was no match for him.

But he had already decided that after this job, he would leave the area, take the heavy bribe from Zhang Chongshan, and start anew somewhere else.

However, what Wu Sancai hadn't expected was that Qin Shaofeng had Dark Guards protecting him, and most importantly, Qin An had also appeared.

But giving up was not Wu Sancai's style!

A fierce battle erupted in the moonlit jungle!

The next day, as the sky began to lighten, Qin Shaofeng woke up.

After a night's rest, Qin Shaofeng felt refreshed and full of energy.

At this moment, he was completely unaware that because of him, a fierce battle had broken out somewhere in the Black Horn Mountain Range last night.

That battle seemed to still be ongoing!

However, Qin Shaofeng knew nothing of this.

After picking some wild fruits and gnawing on some roasted meat, Qin Shaofeng began his plan for the day.

His goal today was to level up to the Houtian Fourth Level!

To advance from the Third Layer of the Houtian Realm to the Houtian Fourth Level required 3000 Experience points. With Qin Shaofeng's current title's experience bonus, if he didn't hunt monsters above his level, he would have to kill over a thousand Demonic Beasts.

That was too troublesome.

So Qin Shaofeng decided to only hunt Demonic Beasts of Mid-level Four or higher today.

Because of his title, Qin Shaofeng currently gained 2 Experience points for killing a Mid-level Three Demonic Beast, thanks to the System's generosity. In this situation, killing a Mid-level Four Demonic Beast above his level could yield 8 Experience points.

If he killed a Mid-level Five Demonic Beast, he would gain as much as 15 Experience points.

At this rate, 3000 Experience points wouldn't take too long!

One level per day, this was definitely achievable!

Clenching his fists, Qin Shaofeng felt a surge of determination.

Then, Qin Shaofeng entered the territory of a group of Mid-level Four Demonic Beasts...

"Damn it, that old geezer actually had Qin An escort that brat, along with his Qin Family's Dark Guards! This is truly infuriating!"

In a certain part of the Black Horn Mountain Range jungle, a figure entirely clad in black robes was cursing viciously.

This person's aura was incredibly cold, and their tone of speech was exceptionally sinister. The entire being seemed to be shrouded in an aura of death, causing those around him to instinctively distance themselves.

Needless to say, this black-robed figure was none other than the Black Hand Butcher, Wu Sancai.

In Wu Sancai's own estimation, killing a mere Qin Shaofeng should have been a simple task. Even with the Qin Family's Dark Guards providing covert protection, it would only require a little more effort.

But Qin An's appearance had caught Wu Sancai completely off guard.

Wu Sancai had never imagined that Qin An, Old Master Qin's most trusted aide, would personally come to protect Qin Shaofeng.

"A miscalculation!"

A sigh came from beneath the black robes, but it quickly turned into a sinister, eerie laugh.

"Heh heh! Old Man Qin, do you really think that with Qin An, your brat's precious grandson will be safe and sound? Is that even possible? I, the Black Hand Butcher, am not just a name for show. Just wait and regret it! Heh heh..."

With a sinister laugh, a pale but sinister face was revealed from beneath the black robes.

And a pair of venomous eyes, like those of a viper!

Under these circumstances, the members of the Black Hand Gang surrounding Wu Sancai couldn't help but shiver, involuntarily moving further away from him.

"System Prompt: Congratulations Player, your experience has reached the upgrade requirement. Player Qin Shaofeng's level has been upgraded to Houtian Fourth Level!"

"Hahaha! Leveled up again!"

Accompanied by the system prompt, Qin Shaofeng burst into hearty laughter.

This was completely unexpected, far beyond his expectations.

Right now, it was only the afternoon, still one or two hours before nightfall.

The day wasn't even over, and Qin Shaofeng had already leveled up.

This had already surpassed Qin Shaofeng's goal.

All of this was thanks to the God-grade Skill, Little Li Flying Dagger.

Although activating Little Li Flying Dagger consumed at least 100 Inner Qi, when facing a Mid-level Four Demonic Beast, combined with Fiery Golden Eyes to detect its weaknesses and his insight ability, Qin Shaofeng could practically kill them instantly.

Of course, the most crucial factor was a type of herb Qin Shaofeng had accidentally discovered.

Low-grade Qi Yuan Grass: A Mortal-grade One-star herb, it could be used to refine Qi Replenishing Pills. Consuming it directly restored 10 Inner Qi!