44: Those who perform meritorious service shall be rewarded, and those who commit wrongdoings shall be punished.

"Old Qi, calm down first." The good-natured Wu Tianba quickly stood up to appease Qi Longhu.

"It's truly not that everyone is intentionally suppressing Chen Heng; the key is that he has only been in the gang for a few days."

"This way, we cannot convince the masses."

"Fuck! Which one of you bastards has the ability to kill an Anomaly and show me!" Qi Longhu became even angrier upon hearing this.

"If you don't have the ability, then shut your damn mouths! Are you bullying the newcomer?"

He was naturally a boor, the type of person who believed merit must be rewarded and faults must be punished.

He completely couldn't understand what these people were thinking.

In his eyes, Chen Heng killing an Anomaly was a great feat; not rewarding him properly would go against his conscience.

"Wait, Qi Longhu." Zhu Hongying stood up, eyeing Qi Longhu with a sarcastic tone.

"Is that Chen Heng your illegitimate son?"

"You care so much?"

"Hongying, come back!" Hook Dragon Sword frowned and pulled Zhu Hongying back.

"What do you mean, you stinking woman?" Qi Longhu's blood and Qi surged, and wisps of heat rose from his body.

"Do you believe I'll shove your head into your..."

"Enough!" Gou Longxun shouted angrily, and everyone calmed down.

"Hall Master Qi is right; merit must be rewarded, and faults must be punished. This matter needs no further discussion."

Although Gou Longxun was injured, he still possessed a powerful Aura.

The several hall masters were suppressed to the point where they dared not make a sound.

"Don't even think about the Vice Hall Master position; the kid has been in the gang for too short a time. We'll talk about it after some time."

"As for the reward, let him be in charge of guarding the iron mine in the north of the city."

Although Gou Longxun said it was just guarding, in reality, he was giving thirty percent of that iron mine's income to Chen Heng.

Basically, Chen Heng's monthly income could be said to have doubled.

"Open the second floor of the Five Spirits Pavilion to him, and promote his position from Outer Deacon to Vice Envoy of the White Tiger Hall."

"Also, let him choose any treasure from my private vault. That is all!"

"Yes!" Except for Zhu Hongying, no one else refuted this; the arrangement was quite reasonable.

"I disagree!" Zhu Hongying's voice was sharp as she glared at Gou Longxun.

"That iron mine is clearly an industry under our Vermilion Bird Hall. Why should it be rewarded to that kid just like that?"

"Jian'er, keep your woman in check." Gou Longxun ignored her completely and said to Hook Dragon Sword.

"Yes, Father." Hook Dragon Sword quickly covered Zhu Hongying's mouth; he couldn't afford to offend his father right now.

Taking one last look at the hall masters, Gou Longxun turned and left the main hall.

Zhu Hongying pushed Hook Dragon Sword aside with a forceful shove and stormed over to Qi Longhu.

"Help me pass a message to that kid Chen Heng: just try touching my iron mine!"

"If he dares to touch it, I will definitely kill him!"

"Not only will I kill him, but I will make sure his entire family is wiped out."

Qi Longhu was stunned; this woman was truly fierce.

How does her brain work to be able to say such things?

You don't even consider who holds the dominant position now.

Can you be this arrogant just because you have Hook Dragon Sword's support?

"Alright, I will pass it on for you." Qi Longhu was surprisingly cooperative this time and nodded with a smile.

You dare to provoke a martial artist who can kill an Anomaly.

Qi Longhu was now very much looking forward to how Chen Heng would react after hearing this.

He would likely take over the iron mine directly and then wreak havoc in the Vermilion Bird Hall.

Qi Longhu watched Gou Longxun and Zhu Hongying leave the Headquarters, unable to help but laugh in his heart.

"Old Qi, I know you don't think much of Gou Longxun and Zhu Hongying, but after all, he is the Gang Leader's son, so you still have to spare his life."

Wu Tianba walked over and advised.

"Hmph, his martial arts are mediocre, and he only knows how to do despicable things."

"Such a person deserves to die."

Azure Dragon Hall Master Xu Lieying snorted coldly, his eyes full of disdain.

"Old Xu, why are you like this too?" Wu Tianba had a splitting headache; all these people only knew how to fight and kill.

"Let's stop talking about their nonsense; let's go drink, the three of us!"

Qi Longhu wasn't actually that angry; his goal of getting a reward for Chen Heng had already been achieved.

"Let's go, let's go. Just looking at that stinking woman makes me angry." Xu Lieying put his arm around Qi Longhu's shoulder and looked back at Wu Tianba.

"Old Wang Ba, are you coming?"

"I..." Wu Tianba hesitated, seemingly worried about something.

"Don't mind him; it must be his wife not letting him drink." Qi Longhu waved his hand and started to leave with Xu Lieying.

"A henpecked husband, how embarrassing!" Xu Lieying rolled his eyes at Wu Tianba, and the two walked out side by side.

"Who says I'm henpecked?" Wu Tianba was immediately displeased upon hearing this and quickly followed them.

"That's called being family-oriented, understand..."

The next morning, Chen Heng finished cultivating the Nine Revolutions Longevity Art for the night.

"Refreshed and invigorated!"

Stretching, Chen Heng felt fully revived.

This night of cultivating the Nine Revolutions Longevity Art was not in vain.

Not only did it increase his internal Qi, but it also completely healed those minor internal injuries in his body.

"What should I do today~"

In a great mood, Chen Heng walked into his small courtyard with a swagger.

Sure enough, after getting stronger, everything looked so wonderful.

But before Chen Heng could enjoy this beauty for long, Xiao He ran in from outside the courtyard.

"Young Master, there is someone from the White Tiger Hall outside looking for you."

"Why is there trouble again..." Chen Heng's face darkened, and his mood immediately soured.

He had just fought a great battle yesterday; why wouldn't they let him rest?

"Young Master, I heard him imply that he is here to bring you good news."

Xiao He, having caught her breath, added.

"It seems he said they gave you the iron mine in the north of the city or somewhere?"

"Really?" Hearing this, Chen Heng's dark face immediately brightened.

He happily went to take over his iron mine.

Could anyone dislike someone who comes to deliver money?

"Greetings, Vice Envoy Chen." The gang member immediately bowed and saluted when he saw Chen Heng.

"Vice Envoy?" Chen Heng was stunned for a moment, then nodded.

It was not hard to understand; such a great contribution would certainly greatly increase his status within the gang.

"Thank you for your hard work, brother. May I ask what brings you here today?"

"Vice Envoy Chen, I am here today to handle the handover of the iron mine in the north of the city with you."

The gang member took out a contract and handed it to Chen Heng.

After a quick scan, Chen Heng roughly understood what was going on.

He could collect thirty percent of the iron mine's net profit every month, but he needed to ensure the safety of the iron mine.

Moreover, he could use the iron ingots produced in the iron mine as he pleased.

"I understand." Chen Heng nodded and put away the contract.

"There is one more thing." The gang member continued.

"The Gang Leader said that you are allowed to choose one treasure from his vault."

"Oh?" Chen Heng's eyes lit up. That was the vault of a former Innate expert; there must be plenty of good things!

"Lead the way quickly; I'm going there now."

Chen Heng couldn't wait; perhaps there would be some good things he could use.

"Yes." The gang member cupped his hands and took Chen Heng onto the carriage heading to the Headquarters.