Yue'er, How About Expressing Your Love to the Blood Ghost Next Time?

The enemy wasn't just the Wang Family, but also other unknown forces, very likely sent by the county magistrate to aid the Wang Family.

Yesterday, although they had the Blood Ghost's assistance, he only killed the experts and didn't help them reclaim territory.

They were already at a significant disadvantage compared to the Wang Family in terms of both numbers and the quantity of experts.

Huddling in their stronghold was a last resort, to avoid having their commanding officers taken out, which would lead to an even faster collapse.

Therefore, they couldn't spare any effort to reclaim their territory and businesses.

After about the time it takes to brew a cup of tea, the butler rushed in, holding a large sheet of paper.

He managed a weak smile, "Esteemed sirs, young masters, and young ladies, please be at ease. Things are not as bad as they seem."

"Our Huang Family lost businesses across five streets this time, with a total of forty properties falling into enemy hands."

"However, the enemy also suffered heavy losses."

"According to our statistics, we alone killed two Organ-Refining experts."

"One of them was the eldest son of the Wang Family, the future leader of the Wang Family!"

"As for Tendon-Refining martial artists, there were as many as ten, and those below Tendon-Refining, there were even more, too many to count."

"This can be considered a fatal blow to the Wang Family."

"It's imaginable that after this battle, the Wang Family will be severely weakened!"

Upon hearing this, the Huang Family elders' faces showed surprise, and the worry on their faces eased considerably.

They all looked towards the family head, Huang He, and saw that Huang He was also stunned, then his face lit up with joy.

He asked, "What did their wounds look like?"

He had a vague suspicion that most of these people were killed by the Blood Ghost.

Given the family's survival was at stake, he couldn't keep his eyes on the Blood Ghost all night.

Perhaps in places he didn't notice, the Blood Ghost had repeatedly achieved great success.

The butler bowed and confirmed, "Master, most of these people's wounds were broken bones and fractured tendons; they were beaten to death with fists!"

"It really was the Blood Ghost!" Hearing this, Huang He's face was filled with shock.

He truly hadn't expected that a single Blood Ghost could reverse their declining fortunes.

The Huang Family lost territory, while the Wang Family and the magistrate lost experts; no one came out unscathed!

"Blood Ghost? Could it be the one who killed Wang Ju?" Second Master also looked shocked.

Killing two Organ-Refining martial artists in one night and causing such upheaval in Changfeng County was truly astonishing!

Huang He explained what he had seen and heard to the Huang family members, causing them to discuss animatedly, still feeling lingering fear.

If the Blood Ghost had sided with the Wang Family, it was imaginable that it would have been a disaster of extinction for the Huang Family!

Huang He's eyes narrowed, and he patted the table, silencing everyone.

He said sternly, "Everyone, if we are fortunate enough to meet the Blood Ghost, we must treat him with courtesy and strive to win him over."

"Once he agrees to cooperate with us, even the magistrate will have to reconsider!"

"We must win him over at all costs!"

"Everyone, understand?"

Everyone nodded.

Immediately after, Huang He discussed other matters with everyone, redeployed personnel, and saw them off.

In the main hall, only Huang He and Huang Rongyue remained.

He looked at his daughter, lost in thought.

Huang Rongyue, who had been drinking tea, suddenly felt her father's gaze. Her delicate hand paused, and she felt uneasy.

"Father, you..."

"Yue'er, practicing martial arts requires wealth, partners, methods, and resources."

Huang He rested his right hand on his chin, pondered for a moment, and slowly said, "Wealth, he doesn't want; methods and resources, we can't provide him; only a partner..."

"How about, Yue'er, you directly confess your feelings to him next time?"

Huang Rongyue sighed and put down her teacup, "Father, that also depends on his feelings."

Huang He nodded, "Indeed, but it will be a hardship for you. You've always been a free-spirited and straightforward person."

Huang Rongyue shook her head and didn't delve deeper into the topic.

In her heart, she was extremely unwilling.

That Blood Ghost had fierce methods; who knew what his temperament was like?

Moreover, he wore a ghost mask, so his appearance was unknown.

What if he was a toad? Her life would be ruined!

But those eyes were bright and piercing; she figured the person's looks couldn't be too bad.

As she thought, she suddenly felt those eyes were somewhat familiar, yet she couldn't recall where she'd seen them.

If she couldn't remember, she wouldn't bother. She continued, "Father, I have a guard named Lu Li under me who performed a great service."

"If not for him, we would have lost another pharmacy."

"Moreover, he's also a genius, achieving martial arts success in such a short time."

"Mmm," Huang He nodded repeatedly, a look of relief on his face. "It seems the Huang Family's fortune is not yet depleted, hahaha."

"Since he's under you, his rewards and punishments are entirely up to you."

After pondering the matter of poison arts, Lu Li had a rough outline forming in his mind.

But he lacked confidence, sufficient experience, and the strength to reach that stage.

So, he put the matter aside and reread Hundred Solutions to Poisons.

"After Hu Niu broke through, she's been roaming the mountains and forests. Perhaps she's found something new. I could get some."

Lu Li's thoughts raced. Suddenly, he heard a pharmacist announce the Young Miss's arrival.

He quickly put away Hundred Solutions to Poisons and headed to the front courtyard to meet the Young Miss.

Li Qing and the others were already present, heads bowed, showing extreme respect to the Young Miss.

The Young Miss, Huang Rongyue, glanced at Lu Li and smiled, patting his shoulder. "I heard about what happened yesterday. What realm have you reached?"

"Reporting to the Young Miss, it was just some basic martial arts, nothing significant," Lu Li replied cautiously.

"Nonsense! Basic martial arts alone couldn't have easily killed Er Gou? He had already entered the realm!" Huang Rongyue frowned.

"As expected, I couldn't hide it from the Young Miss's discerning eyes. I have indeed broken through to the Skin-Refining realm," Lu Li no longer concealed his strength and reported truthfully.

Huang Rongyue's brow then relaxed, and she nodded in satisfaction. "That's more like it. Hiding your strength is good, but not knowing when to show your edge will cause you to miss many opportunities."

She handed Lu Li a package. "Here, there's five hundred taels of silver and ten Essence Pills. They will be very beneficial for your breakthrough to Tendon-Refining."

"Also, Wild Ox Fist is too low-level. I've replaced it with Vajra Fist, which can help you break through to the Organ-Refining level."

Upon hearing this, Li Qing and the others stared with wide eyes, their mouths watering with envy as they fixed their gaze on the package.

Lu Li feigned great joy, accepted the package, and repeatedly expressed his thanks.

"The Huang Family's kindness is truly immeasurable!" Lu Li said solemnly.

Though he said it, he was thinking otherwise in his heart.

The silver was somewhat useful, but he was already close to Organ-Refining. What use were these Essence Pills?

"Alright, alright, stop being silly. Come, I've dabbled in Vajra Fist myself. I'll personally guide you."

"You all learn too," she added, looking at Li Qing and the other two.

Lu Li followed the Young Miss's every move and assumed a stance.

The Young Miss looked at Lu Li, her beautiful eyes unable to hide her surprise.

For his first attempt, his posture was standard with no major flaws, which was already commendable.

As for Li Qing and the others, their movements were awkward and full of openings.

The Young Miss moved behind Lu Li. Lu Li suddenly felt a warm, soft jade-like presence against him, making his heart tremble.