"Dad, what do you want us to do here?"
As soon as Zhao Dachui walked in, he sat down on a chair and slumped down, looking very lazy.
In contrast, Li Dazui and Zhao Fengrou seemed to have guessed something, their expressions somewhat uneasy and strange.
"I remember you once said that Wang Hao could eat a lot, but just how much exactly?"
Sitting solemnly in the chair, Zhao Fengxue's gaze swept over the three people in front of her, finally settling on her own son Zhao Dachui.
This kid has spent the most time with Wang Hao, so he should know more.
"He really can eat a lot. To be specific, at the most extravagant banquets my older sister hosts, that kid can eat over ninety tables in one go. So, is there a problem?"
Stroking his chin, Zhao Dachui gave a general overview. This wasn't a secret, so there was no need to keep it confidential.
However, he was a little puzzled. Although Wang Hao's appetite was terrifying, Wind and Snow Hall could afford to feed him.
Besides, Wang Hao only stayed at the Wind and Snow Hall for a month in total. Even if he could eat a lot, how much could he possibly eat?
See for yourself!
Zhao Fengxue irritably threw the ledger at Zhao Dachui, feeling incredibly regretful!
He really suffered a huge loss this time. Not only did he lose the Blood Wind Hall's century-old foundation overnight, but he also lost the four million taels he had won from Fu Lin's four branches, as well as this year's dividends.
Even that wasn't enough; they ended up owing Deshun Medicine Hall a debt of one million taels of silver.
This is truly a huge trap!
Hesitantly, Zhao Dachui took the account book from his father and began to read it. When he came to the section on medicinal food expenses, his expression immediately became very strange.
"Father, you didn't actually feed that guy medicinal food, did you?!"
At this moment, Zhao Dachui looked at his father with great respect. What a powerful and wealthy man!
Hearing this, Li Dazui already knew, so his expression remained relatively calm. However, Zhao Fengrou's pretty face began to twitch, and her gaze towards her father became more sympathetic.
She had anticipated this from the very day she brought Wang Hao over, but she hadn't expected her father to be so domineering and extravagant, actually using medicinal cuisine to nourish that boy, and it seemed to be top-grade medicinal cuisine at that.
That's outrageously extravagant!
"I remember saying that we would prepare a medicinal meal for that kid every day. Is this the amount for one medicinal meal?"
Zhao Fengxue turned her head again and glared fiercely at the aloof male god 9527. She used to think this young man was efficient, but today she realized that he was also a huge pitfall!
9527 didn't speak, but instead turned his sharp gaze to Li Dazui had remained silent.
He gave the instructions exactly as Zhao Fengxue had said, so there was no way he could have made a mistake. Therefore, the problem must lie with Li Dazui.
All eyes in the hall turned to Li Dazui, making Li Dazui break out in a cold sweat.
"Master, I've been preparing a medicinal meal every day as you instructed, but this portion is rather large."
Swallowing hard, Li Dazui forced himself to explain.
Although he had been somewhat prepared, he still felt immense pressure facing Zhao Fengxue, his immediate superior.
How big is it?
Zhao Fengxue questioned him coldly, her tone even carrying a hint of murderous intent.
He also realized that the problem lay with Li Dazui. In his opinion, it was very likely that the old man had made some kind of despicable deal with Wang Hao and conspired to swindle him.
This was something he couldn't tolerate!
"I dare not say, but I have brought the pot I used to brew the medicinal food for him, so you can see it for yourself. Bring it up!"
Li Dazui didn't dare to tell the truth himself, so he could only present the evidence and signal to the chefs waiting outside to bring it up.
He knew that what happened back then could no longer be kept secret when he learned that Zhao Fengxue was settling accounts today, so he made preparations in advance.
Four strong cooks carried a huge black pot up. Zhao Fengxue and the others stared in astonishment at the pot being carried up, and it took them a while to come to their senses.
"You mean you used this stuff to make that kid's medicinal meal last year?"
Realizing what was happening, Zhao Fengxue pointed tremblingly at the enormous pot that could easily fit several people in for a bath. "Is this really for human use?" she thought.
Even Zhao Dachui and Zhao Fengrou, who had some understanding of Wang Hao's appetite, were stunned. The huge pot was beyond their imagination. If the entrance to this place hadn't been big enough, they probably wouldn't have been able to get it in!
Looking at this enormous pot, the two gained a deeper understanding of Wang Hao's appetite!
Sure enough, it was a beast!
Deacon Liu was also startled. He had only asked Chef Li casually to confirm that the medicinal herbs were actually used and not embezzled or wasted. In addition, he had received instructions from 9527, so he didn't pay much attention to it.
Moreover, he had previously thought that the hall master Zhao Fengxue had some special considerations, so he didn't ask. Who would have thought that the truth was so deceiving.
"You're just preparing medicinal meals for that kid without even reporting it to me?"
Realizing what was happening, Zhao Fengxue stared at Chef Li with a sinister expression, feeling an urge to immediately draw her sword and skin this bastard alive.
Fortunately, I paid a considerable price back then to get you from my own daughter. Although you're not part of the Blood Wind Hall's official staff, your treatment is no less than what you'd receive.
Little did I know you were a huge pitfall, and you bankrupted him in no time!
The thought of his family fortune, accumulated over many years, being completely depleted, and being burdened with debts of over a million taels of silver, made Zhao Fengxue feel an urge to vomit.
"I reported this to the 9527 operator!"
Chef Li offered a quiet explanation and then fell silent, knowing that his part was over for the day.
Now, the eyes of the people inside the gang turned to the cold and aloof male god 9527 again, and Zhao Fengxue's expression even took on a sinister look.
He did say that, but I didn't think much of it at the time!
The cool and aloof 9527 recalled the events and gave an honest response, his expression remaining as cold as ever.
But this simple and clear explanation caused Zhao Fengxue's blood pressure to spike, almost to the point of exploding.
"You... you're all a bunch of scoundrels, conspiring to swindle me!"
Zhao Fengxue was trembling with anger, clutching her chest where she felt a sharp pain, and the veins on her forehead were bulging, clearly indicating that she was furious.
Just then, the bluestone floor beneath Zhao Fengxue suddenly shattered. Zhao Fengxue, who was in poor physical condition, was unable to react in time and fell face-first into the dirt, where she was pinned down by a large stone slab.
"Father!"
Zhao Fengrou was shocked and quickly stepped forward to help her father up, while Zhao Dachui and 9527 drew their longswords and stood ready.
Li Dazui and Deacon Liu also quickly hid away. After all, they were both non-combatants, and it was best not to stay and cause trouble, lest they be killed in a real fight.
Just as everyone was on high alert and carefully preparing for the situation, an extremely burly figure jumped out of the tunnel below, followed by a familiar voice coming from the smoke and dust.
"Hey! Everyone's here! Hall Master, you're here too! I'm telling you, these secret passages in our Blood Wind Hall need some repairs. The opening mechanism down there just broke down, and it took me a lot of effort to open it."
That's right, the person who came was Wang Hao!
He had followed that passage directly to the Blood Wind Hall's underground area, but unfortunately, the mechanism at the end of the passage was old and broken, leaving him no choice but to forcefully break it.
Fortunately, he now possesses the superhuman strength of 50,000 jin, coupled with Explosive Force techniques, making it not difficult for him to break through with dozens of punches in an instant.
"It's you! You little bastard, you dare to come back!"
As soon as Zhao Fengxue, who was supporting her aching back, saw Wang Hao, her old eyes became bloodshot and her face looked somewhat ferocious.
This little bastard ate up all his family's wealth and left him with a debt of one million taels of silver.
That bastard!
If he hadn't strained his back just now, he would have drawn his sword immediately and given that little bastard a piece of his mind.
"Master, you're mistaken. I, Wang Hao, was born a member of the Blood Wind Hall, and I will die a member of the Blood Wind Hall. The Blood Wind Hall is Wang Hao home, so why wouldn't I dare to come back?"
Wang Hao responded with unwavering loyalty, completely ignoring Zhao Fengxue's somewhat distorted old face and fierce gaze.
He had actually anticipated Zhao Fengxue's attitude upon his return, since so much time had passed and she must have found out about the medicinal cuisine; she certainly wouldn't give him a friendly look.
However, more than a year has passed, and the anger should have subsided considerably, so it should be possible to communicate now.
Unfortunately, Wang Hao was unaware that Zhao Fengxue was too busy to check the accounts last year, and only realized the huge pitfall of the medicinal cuisine when the accounts were settled this year.
So Zhao Fengxue was furious at that moment!
"Master, when I left, you said that as long as my cultivation broke through to the Super-First-Rate and I possessed the strength of Grandmaster, you would let me take the position of Master of the Blood Wind Hall. Look at me now..."
Wang Hao rubbed his hands together, feeling a little excited.
After all, this is one of the nine branches of the Blood Robe Tower, the number one assassin organization in the world!
"Roll!"
Zhao Fengxue, already furious, felt the veins on his forehead bulge again upon hearing this, and his old eyes turned completely bloodshot.
"Puff!"
After roaring that, the mouthful of old blood that had been pent up in his chest finally burst out, and he fell into a coma.
"Dad! Are you alright?!"
Seeing Zhao Fengrou, who was supporting Zhao Fengxue, became very anxious and quickly channeled her internal energy into her father's body to calm the chaotic true energy.
Zhao Dachui and 9527 quickly stepped forward, using their internal energy to try their best to calm the rampaging true energy within Zhao Fengxue's body.
"Uh! Did I say something wrong?"
Wang Hao blinked blankly, feeling as if he had said something wrong.
" Haozi, quickly go and invite the Lord of the Tower over. My father's condition is quite serious."
Suddenly, Zhao Dachui, covered in sweat, shouted to Wang Hao, clearly unable to suppress the surging true energy within Zhao Fengxue.
After all, Zhao Fengxue was Late Grandmaster Level, and a veteran expert who had cultivated Sword Intent. Her true energy was extremely refined, and how could Zhao Dachui and his two other Super-First-Rate martial artists suppress her?
Even if all three are at the Peak Super-First-Rate, it's still not enough if they are only one step away from the Acquired Grandmaster Realm.
"No need for that, let me do it!"
Wang Hao waved his hand magnanimously, took a few steps forward, and swung his palm hard into Zhao Fengxue's chest. The powerful force surged in, forcefully dispersing the true energy that was about to go berserk.
However, while this method is highly effective, it also has side effects.
"Puff!"
The remaining force struck Zhao Fengxue's body, causing her to spit out another mouthful of blood, but her consciousness returned as well.
He was completely bewildered when he realized that his internal energy was dissipating. Then, when he looked down at the large fan-shaped hand imprinted on his chest, he was even more bewildered.
With his intelligence, he naturally guessed that it was Wang Hao who had just dispersed the true energy in his body that was about to go berserk. Even though he was unconscious at the time and did not actively control it, the true energy in his body was not so easily dispersed.
But at this moment, it was shattered by that kid's palm. Just how powerful has this kid become?