Chapter 69: You Have to Understand the Situation
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
This was the first time Zhou Shu had used the Visualization of the Five Mountainsâ True Form against enemies, and the result was astonishingly good.
One was a ninth-rank martial artist, and the other was a martial artist with cultivation close to the ninth rank. The two of them combined didnât even have the strength to resist before they fainted.
If it was before Zhou Shu obtained the Visualization of the Five Mountainsâ True Form, even though it wouldnât take much effort to defeat the two of them, he would still need to make a move, right?
How could it be as easy as it was now?
âSuperintendent Zhou, are you done?â
While Zhou Shu was thinking, he suddenly heard Cheng Yongâs shout from the other side of the wall.
Cheng Yong saw that Zhou Shu hadnât returned for a long time and was worried, so he came out to look for him.
Zhou Shu glanced at the unconscious Xiao Zongshui and Zhen Cai, then at the alley.
This was a small alley behind the brothel. It was pitch black and didnât look like a place where people often passed by.
Without thinking too much about it, Zhou Shu picked up the two of them and threw them into the corner of the wall. Then he went back over the wall.
Cheng Yong was calling out to the latrine when he saw Zhou Shu walk out from a nearby bush holding his pants.
âSuperintendent Zhou, youââ Cheng Yong was stunned.
âI canât hold my liquor. Iâm getting a little dizzy.â Zhou Shu laughed. âLetâs go. Letâs continue.â
Back at the front hall, the performances on the stage were still ongoing. Zhou Shu was thinking about Xiao Zongshui and Zhen Cai, wondering when they would wake up.
Since he had already made his move, he didnât plan on letting the two of them off. He had to think of a wayâŠ
He looked around, and his gaze landed on the stage.
Lieutenant Cheng, I will have to trouble you this time! Zhou Shu thought.
Whoosh! Zhou Shu raised the sign beside him.
This sign had been given to them when they entered. If they liked the woman on the platform, they could raise the sign.
If only one person raised the sign, the woman on the platform would belong to the person raising the card tonight.
If many people raised their signs, they would have to bid.
Seeing Zhou Shu raise the sign, Cheng Yong and the others didnât know how they felt. Were they happy, or were their hearts aching?
They were the ones treating tonight. Since Superintendent Zhou had chosen a lady, it meant that he owed them a favor.
But the girls here werenât cheap. One night would probably cost them a monthâs salaryâŠ
Itâs worth it to spend this bit of money to befriend a future Forging Master, Cheng Yong comforted himself.
Seeing that no one else was bidding, the red-clothed woman who had been playing the zither and singing slowly walked up to Zhou Shu.
Zhou Shu grabbed the woman in redâs shoulder and said to Cheng Yong and the others, âLieutenant Cheng, please excuse me.â
The red-clothed woman blushed, but she didnât stop Zhou Shu. âYoung Master, please follow me.â
âSuperintendent Zhou, do as you please. You must enjoy to your heartâs content,â Cheng Yong and the others said from behind Zhou Shu.
Zhou Shu rolled his eyes in his head.
As he followed the woman in red through several corridors, the sound of the stringed instruments in the front hall gradually became barely noticeable.
The woman in red opened a door and invited Zhou Shu in.
As he stepped through the door, a fragrance wafted over. This room belonged to the lady in red.
The room was elegantly decorated. If one didnât know, they would think that this was the boudoir of the young lady of a wealthy family.
But in a certain sense, these brothel girls, be it their talents or looks, were not much inferior to those rich ladies.
For the woman in red in front of Zhou Shu, if she was on Earth, she would definitely be a celebrity.
âLet me serve you, Young Master,â The woman in red whispered as she walked to Zhou Shuâs side, her beautiful face red. This young master is really handsome!
âExcuse me,â Zhou Shu whispered.
The woman in red was stunned, not understanding what Zhou Shu meant. Could it be that this young master has other hobbies?
Being in a brothel, she had seen all kinds of situations.
Just as she thought this, she suddenly felt her mind shake, and then she fell unconscious.
Zhou Shu took a step forward and supported her.
Her skin was smooth and soft to the touch, and there was a sweet fragrance to it. Zhou Shu couldnât help pinching her slightly. Very elasticâŠ
He slapped himself in his head and carried the lady to the bed. After thinking for a while, he took off her clothes.
With great willpower, he pulled the blanket over her fair body. If he took another look, he was afraid that he wouldnât be able to control himself and do somethingâŠ
He went to the window and listened for a while. After making sure that there was no one outside, he opened the window, climbed out, and closed the window from the outside.
The Visualization of the Five Mountainsâ True Form not only strengthened his spirit, but it was also an offensive technique.
Previously, when Zhou Shu had used the Five Mountainsâ True Form to attack Xiao Zongshui and Zhen Cai, the two of them had been unable to withstand it, let alone an ordinary brothel girl.
Even though Zhou Shu had already restrained most of his power, this impact was enough to make the brothel girl faint for an entire night.
He could use this time to do something.
In the darkness, a figure leaped over the high wall of the brothelâs backyard like a ghost.
Although Zhou Shu didnât know any lightness techniques, his Dragon Elephant Prajna Technique and Golden Bell Shield Technique were not weak. His physical body was strong, and his true qi was vigorous. With his full strength, his speed was so fast that even sixth or seventh-rank martial artists couldnât compare to him.
Back in the small alley, Xiao Zongshui and Zhen Cai were still lying in the corner. It seemed that no one had passed by during this period of time.
A cold light flashed in Zhou Shuâs eyes. Since these two wanted to plot against me, then they canât blame me for returning the favor!
He held the two of them in his hands as if he was carrying two sacks. He jumped and directly entered the backyard of the brothel.
His figure flickered. A moment later, Zhou Shu brought Xiao Zongshui and Zhen Cai to the firewood shed.
This was the spot that Zhou Shu had found earlier. This woodshed was located in a remote area, very far from the front hall of the brothel, and no one lived nearby.
It was late at night. As long as they didnât make too much noise, no one would come here!
After throwing the two of them to the ground, Zhou Shu closed the door of the woodshed.
Looking at Xiao Zongshui, Zhou Shu visualized the Five Mountainsâ True Form in his consciousness and slammed it toward him.
Xiao Zongshuiâs body trembled, and his expression became incomparably terrified. The next moment, he suddenly opened his eyes and gasped for breath. His clothes were instantly drenched in cold sweat, as if he had just crawled out of water.
âYouâŠâ
When Xiao Zongshui saw Zhou Shu, he was just about to say something when a hand suddenly grabbed his neck, and he swallowed back the words he was about to say.
âSuperintendent Xiao, long time no see.â Zhou Shu grinned.
Xiao Zongshui cursed inwardly. Damn it, didnât we just meet two hours ago!
He was extremely terrified. What just happened?
Why am I here?
Also, whatâs going on with Zhou Shu?
Why does he have such power?
Xiao Zongshui wasnât a fool. On the contrary, he was a very smart person. Being a workshop superintendent wasnât a simple job. Those who did well as a superintendent were all quick-witted.
Although he didnât understand what had happened, it didnât stop him from immediately understanding his situation.
He patted Zhou Shuâs arm with all his might, indicating that he wouldnât yell and telling Zhou Shu to let go.
Zhou Shu looked into his eyes and slowly relaxed his grip.
Xiao Zongshui didnât shout, as he promised. He took a few deep breaths before saying, âSuperintendent Zhou, is there a misunderstanding between us? What do you mean by this?â
âXiao Zongshui, youâre a smart person. Thereâs no need for us to beat around the bush.â Zhou Shu looked at Xiao Zongshui and smiled coldly. âIâm very curious now. Why does Grand Craftsman Zhu insist on taking me as his disciple?â
âGrandmaster Zhu just took a fancy to your talent and didnât want you to be buriedâŠâ Xiao Zongshui said.
âSuperintendent Xiao, thatâs not interesting at all,â Zhou Shu coldly interrupted him. âDo you think Iâm an idiot? If you donât even believe it yourself, then donât say it out loud and embarrass yourself.â
âSuperintendent Zhou, Iâm telling the truth,â Xiao Zongshui said bitterly. âHow could I possibly know what Grandmaster Zhu is thinking?
âThis really has nothing to do with meââ
âIs that so? Didnât you come here on Grand Craftsman Zhuâs orders to convince me? Didnât you plan to kidnap me and then talk some sense into me?â Zhou Shu sneered. âSuperintendent Xiao, do you want to hear me reason with you?â
A light flashed in Zhou Shuâs eyes. Xiao Zongshui immediately felt a wave of pressure wash over him. He was greatly shocked. Is Zhou Shu a martial arts expert?
Thinking of this, Xiao Zongshui had a bad feeling.
Before he could think further, a sharp pain shot through his shoulder.
It was Zhou Shuâs palm that had landed on his shoulder. The powerful force made him feel as if his shoulder was about to be crushed.
âSuperintendent Xiao, I donât have much patience, nor do I know any interrogation techniques,â Zhou Shu said coldly. âIf you donât want to suffer more, then youâd better speak the truth!â
âIâm telling the truth,â Xiao Zongshui said painfully through clenched teeth.
âThatâs all I know! Superintendent Zhou, becoming Grandmaster Zhuâs disciple is absolutely beneficial to you without any harm! If you become the disciple of a Grand Craftsman, even nobles will treat you as an honored guest. You will have a much higher status than just being a workshop superintendent!
âOn the contrary, if you offend a Grand Craftsman, it will be difficult for you to make any progress in the future even if the grand minister is on your side!â
âYouâre already in this state, yet you still want to help Grand Craftsman Zhu persuade me?â Zhou Shu said. âI really do admire you. In order to curry favor with him, you really donât even care about your own life?â
âSuperintendent Zhou, this matter is really a misunderstanding,â Xiao Zongshui hurriedly said. âWe really donât have any ill intention toward you. Go out and ask around. How many Forging Masters want to become Grandmaster Zhuâs disciple but canât? You should be thankful that Grandmaster Zhu took a liking to you!â
âYou donât seem to understand the situation.â Zhou Shu shook his head. âI have to do whatever the Grand Craftsman wants me to do? Iâll ask you one last time. Why is Zhu Chuanfeng willing to do so much to take me as his disciple?!â
âIâve already said what I needed to say. Superintendent Zhou, this is your chance!â Xiao Zongshui shouted.
Zhou Shu sneered as five towering mountain peaks appeared in his eyes.. Xiao Zongshuiâs expression froze as his pupils suddenly dilated.
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