30: Autumn River Night Hunting Arrives

Returning to the martial arts hall, night fell.

Li Qing sank his consciousness to the bottom of the river.

Inside the Turtle Mansion, the piled-up carcasses of prey were even more numerous than yesterday.

The Black Python's efficiency was extremely high.

[Devour]

[evolution value +12]

[evolution value +10.5]

[...]

The evolution value soared rapidly.

A night passed, and his evolution value skyrocketed from [942.7] to [1531.4].

The Black Python had also captured two Rank 2 Vicious Beasts.

This was also the command Li Qing had given last night.

To fill his quota of ten great generals!

One was a Late Stage Rank 2 [Spiny Armored Fish].

The other was a Middle Stage Rank 2 [Giant Rock Shrimp].

Li Qing didn't even bother to act personally.

The Black Python's massive body coiled forward, releasing the terrifying pressure of a Middle Stage Rank 3, and the two Vicious Beasts instantly became submissive.

[Domination] was activated, and they were easily subdued.

Li Qing named them "Fish Eleven" and "Shrimp Twelve," and the number of fierce generals under his command expanded to ten once again.

The next day was the same.

Li Qing went to the Inner City again, but still came up empty-handed.

Gao Qiang seemed to have vanished from the face of the earth.

Previously, he would run into Gao Qiang just by strolling around with Chen Meng.

Yet, in these two days when he specifically looked for him, he was nowhere to be found!

How strange!

As for the silver in his pocket, after another round of feasting, only a little over a lonely tael remained.

Poor!

The feeling of having no money made him feel strange!

He was terrified of being poor!

Li Qing walked back to the martial arts hall, clutching the bit of loose silver.

He felt a bit depressed.

While his Clone was lording it over the Great River, his original body had to worry about a few meals in the city.

This feeling was truly too stifling.

He had to get money!

That night, Li Qing took stock of the final harvest.

[evolution value: 2140.7/5000]

Over two days and nights, his evolution value had surged by 1,200 points.

This was the benefit of having subordinates.

Tomorrow was the Autumn River Night Hunt.

In the past few days, he had learned from chatting with other attendants.

Although it was called the Autumn River Night Hunt, it actually began during the day.

And continued until dawn the next day.

Lu Yunfei wanted to show off in front of Chen Meng, while Chen Meng wanted to use this opportunity to win the favor of the Hall Master.

The Inner Sect Disciples were also all itching for action, wanting to hunt Vicious Beasts to exchange for merit and resources.

They all treated the Great River as a treasure trove where they could take whatever they wanted.

But no one knew that the risks in that treasure trove were greater than ever before.

As an attendant, he also had to go and serve early tomorrow morning.

The corners of Li Qing's mouth curled up slightly.

He was looking forward to seeing what kind of wonderful expression the enthusiastic Lu Yunfei would have when he became the prey... On the day of the Autumn River Night Hunt.

The entire Fierce Wind Martial Arts Hall was filled with an atmosphere of excitement.

In the early morning, many Inner Sect Disciples had already gathered on the square at the entrance of the martial arts hall.

Each of them was dressed in tight-fitting attire, with weapons at their waists, looking full of spirit.

Chen Meng had also changed into a tight black Martial Artist's uniform, which perfectly outlined her developing figure.

Her face carried a hint of excitement and a bit of nervousness, as she glanced toward the entrance from time to time.

Li Qing, wearing dusty grey servant's clothes, followed behind her with his head lowered, looking as if he hadn't fully woken up.

"Junior Sister Chen!"

A hearty voice called out.

Lu Yunfei approached with long strides, followed by several lackeys.

Today, he had specially changed into white robes, with his long hair tied up and a folding fan in hand, looking elegant and charming, instantly attracting the attention of all the female Disciples present.

"Senior Brother Lu."

Chen Meng's cheeks flushed slightly, and she lowered her head bashfully.

"Junior Sister, there's no need to be nervous," Lu Yunfei said gently as he walked up to her.

"With me here today, I will certainly protect you."

"You just need to follow behind me and watch how I slay those Vicious Beasts."

His words were full of confidence.

After speaking, his gaze seemingly inadvertently swept over Li Qing behind Chen Meng, carrying an undisguised look of contempt.

In his eyes, at such a critical moment, Chen Meng still bringing along a weak attendant was simply a burden.

Li Qing noticed his gaze but kept his head down, maintaining a cowardly appearance.

Little brat, we'll see if you can even save your own life when the time comes!

Today, whether it was to repay a debt of gratitude or for his own future development.

Lu Yunfei must die!

In the past few days, he had also investigated thoroughly.

The seemingly humble and elegant Lu Yunfei was actually a scumbag.

Many of the newly entered Inner Sect Disciples had relationships with him.

He also enjoyed frequenting brothels.

He was a regular at a certain brothel in Jinling City.

The kind who only played around and took no responsibility!

Soon, the martial arts hall's Deacon arrived to organize the group.

More than ten sturdy large ships were already docked at the shore, with lanterns hanging from the bows bearing the emblem of the Fierce Wind Martial Arts Hall.

Under the Deacon's arrangements, the Disciples boarded the ships one after another.

Lu Yunfei naturally invited Chen Meng to join him on the main ship.

Chen Meng agreed with a blush.

As an attendant, Li Qing naturally followed.

On the ship, Lu Yunfei's lackey, Ah Fu, saw Li Qing and immediately approached, speaking in a sarcastic tone.

"Oh, isn't this the great attendant Li?"

"You'd better stand firm today; the wind on the river is strong. Don't accidentally fall in and feed the fish."

His goal today was to deal with this eyesore of a short attendant.

So his master could play comfortably!

Li Qing looked up, glanced at him without saying a word, then silently lowered his head and walked to a corner at the stern to sit down.

Ignoring him was the best response.

Seeing his cowardly manner, Ah Fu felt it was boring, curled his lip, and walked away.

The ships slowly left the dock, heading towards the middle of the river.

The river breeze blew, carrying the night's chill and moisture.

The Disciples on board were in high spirits, talking loudly and looking forward to tonight's harvest.

Chen Meng sat beside Lu Yunfei, listening to him recount his past hunting experiences, her eyes sparkling with admiration.

Meanwhile, in the corner, Li Qing closed his eyes.

His consciousness had already crossed the cold river water and connected with his Clone at the bottom of the river.

Inside the Turtle Mansion.

The Black Armored Turtle's massive body slowly opened its eyes.

"Master."

The Black Python's thought came through immediately.

"The human fleet on the river surface has already set off."

Li Qing's thought was cold and calm.

"Have all the generals lie in ambush nearby. No one is to reveal themselves without my command."

"Yes, Master."

"You, follow me."

Li Qing issued a command to the Black Python.

Then, his massive turtle body silently slid out of the Turtle Mansion, with the Black Python's huge form following closely behind.

Instead of heading up, they dove deeper towards the bottom of the river.

The humans' night hunt had begun.

And he, too, was about to begin his own "hunt."