“Pfft!”
A bloody hole appeared in Wang Jun’s forehead, and his body fell stiffly to the ground.
Dead?
The scene fell silent.
Everyone felt a chill down their spine.
Though Wang Jun had terrorised the village with his arrogance, seeing him killed before their eyes still struck fear into the villagers, who stepped back.
Wang Jun’s lackeys, witnessing their boss’s death, cowered like chickens, sprawled on the ground, not daring to breathe loudly, terrified of angering Ye Qiu and meeting the same fate.
Ye Qiu killed Wang Jun to eliminate future trouble.
If he didn’t act now, once he left Xiangshui Village, Wang Jun’s vengeful nature would likely lead him to dig up Old Xiang’s father’s body.
If Ye Qiu wasn’t around, Old Xiang would likely face another beating.
Another reason was to rid the people of a scourge.
After dealing with Wang Jun at the graveyard yesterday, Ye Qiu had messaged Xiao Zhan to investigate him.
Soon, Ye Qiu received evidence of Wang Jun’s crimes.
Reading it, Ye Qiu could only describe it as shocking!
He never imagined a petty thug could commit so many heinous acts and still roam free.
At the time, Ye Qiu had resolved to eliminate Wang Jun.
Later that night, with the giant python’s tribulation, he put the matter aside, but unexpectedly, Wang Jun showed up early today with his crew.
Since he came, Ye Qiu would deal with him once and for all.
“Director, why did you kill him?”
Old Xiang was the first to react, saying, “Wang Jun has connections. Now that he’s dead, you’ll be in trouble.”
“Don’t worry, his connections pose no threat to me,” Ye Qiu said, smiling at the villagers. “Folks, don’t be afraid. Wang Jun’s crimes warranted death. This is his just deserts.”
The villagers whispered among themselves.
“That bastard Wang Jun is finally dead.”
“Good riddance!”
“Evildoers meet their end. He deserved it!”
“Without this thug, our village will be much more peaceful.”
Suddenly, a villager asked loudly, “Dr. Ye, will you go to jail for killing someone?”
The question silenced the crowd.
All eyes turned to Ye Qiu.
Seeing their concern, Ye Qiu smiled and said, “No need to worry about me. I’m not just a doctor—I’m also a warrior.”
“But I’m not an ordinary warrior. I have the authority to act first and report later.”
“People like Wang Jun deserve death. Killing him won’t land me in jail.”
The villagers sighed in relief.
“Dr. Ye won’t go to jail—great news!”
“Thank you, Dr. Ye, for ridding us of this menace.”
“We’re so grateful!”
But some villagers remained concerned.
“Wang Jun’s dead, but his lackeys are still around. What if they keep harming people?”
Ye Qiu smiled, “Rest assured, I won’t let them continue their tyranny. This time, I’ll deal with them thoroughly.”
Hearing this, Wang Jun’s lackeys sensed trouble, and a few tried to flee.
But they didn’t get far before Long Eyebrow Master kicked them back, one by one.
“With me here, you won’t escape,” Long Eyebrow Master declared loudly.
“Director, what do you plan to do with them? Send them to the police?” Old Xiang asked.
“No,” Ye Qiu said. “These people have been rampant for so long, they must have some backing. If we send them to the police today, they might be out tomorrow.”
“I said I’d deal with them thoroughly.”
“They can’t be allowed to keep causing trouble.”
Ye Qiu glanced at his watch, muttering, “It’s this late—why aren’t they here yet?”
Just then—
“Rumble!”
The roar of engines sounded.
Over a hundred Land Rovers pulled up on the road outside the courtyard, lined up like a long dragon.
Soon, the doors opened, and over a hundred burly men in black suits and sunglasses stepped out, looking like bodyguards from a TV drama.
The simple villagers, never having seen such a scene, were terrified.
“Who are these people?”
“Are they Wang Jun’s men?”
“We’re in trouble now.”
“What do we do?”
Long Eyebrow Master recognised them instantly as Dragon Gate disciples, led by Xiao Zhan.
“Greetings, Sect Master!”
Xiao Zhan knelt on one knee before Ye Qiu, followed by the hundred-plus men behind him, saluting in unison.
The scene was spectacular.
The villagers were dumbfounded, never expecting these men to be Ye Qiu’s subordinates.
“Damn it, he’s showing off again!” Long Eyebrow Master’s eyes burned with envy.
“Rise,” Ye Qiu said calmly.
The group stood.
“Didn’t I tell you to send someone? Why did you come yourself?” Ye Qiu asked.
Xiao Zhan grinned, “I wasn’t planning to, but my sister heard you were here and worried you were in trouble, so she insisted on coming herself.”
“It’s a long way from Jiangzhou, with winding mountain roads and sparse population, so we couldn’t drive too fast.”
“That’s why we only just arrived.”
“Boss, I’m not late, am I?”
“Not late,” Ye Qiu said, pointing to Wang Jun’s lackeys. “Take them all away. Investigate each one. Release those without issues after some education, and hand over the guilty to the authorities. My principle is to never wrong an innocent person or let a guilty one go.”
“Also, I hear Wang Jun had connections. Dig into his backing, and no matter who’s involved, root them out completely.”
“From now on, Xiangshui Village will not tolerate bullies like Wang Jun.”
“Yes, sir!” Xiao Zhan waved his hand, and the Dragon Gate disciples escorted Wang Jun’s lackeys away.
After settling the matter, Ye Qiu chatted with the villagers briefly before leaving.
That evening, Ye Qiu returned to Jiangzhou.
As he got out of the car, he instructed Xiao Zhan, “Hu Zi is my new disciple. He’s new here and unfamiliar with everything. For now, help him get settled.”
“Sure,” Xiao Zhan agreed readily.
Ye Qiu added, “Hu Zi has some physical issues. Be careful not to provoke him. If things get out of hand, notify me immediately.”
Xiao Zhan smiled, “Don’t worry, Boss, I know what to do.”
“Alright, I’m off. Hu Zi and the old man are in your hands.”
Ye Qiu stepped out, looking at the bustling streets, feeling a bit torn.
Who should I visit tonight?
Lin Jingzhi?
Bai Bing?
Qin Wan?
Or… Su Luoying?
