novelraw Chapter 468 - 3: Heaven-Sent Baby Girl (Part 4)
Chapter 468 - 3: Heaven-Sent Baby Girl (Part 4)
"Brother Fang!"
He earnestly advised:
"In these chaotic times, you can’t just wish for a peaceful life; without a backing, you’ll be oppressed."
"King Kang has a good reputation!"
Fang Zheng understood.
Pan Ran’s plan was very clear.
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to quickly gain benefits, find a backing, and seek advantage for himself and his family.
If successful,
Not only would their status grow, but they also wouldn’t need to fear the Black Wind Stronghold.
If it weren’t for these turbulent times, becoming an official wouldn’t be easy; Pan Ran had always wanted an official post.
This was also an opportunity.
"I appreciate your good intentions, Brother Pan," Fang Zheng said after contemplating for a long time, gently shaking his head:
"Although I know some martial arts, I’m not good at killing and fighting. I just seek a peaceful life; fighting is not for me."
Some people yearn for carefree independence, while others pursue invincibility and power.
But he...
Only wanted to proceed steadily without provoking trouble.
"..." Pan Ran opened his mouth, then sighed helplessly:
"This world doesn’t allow people even a bit of choice!"
"Very well then!"
He stood up, cupping his fists:
"If Brother Fang is unwilling to go, I won’t force it. However, I do have a request and hope Brother Fang can assist."
"Oh." Fang Zheng raised his eyebrows:
"What is it?"
"You two come in," Pan Ran called towards the outside:
"Greet your Uncle Fang!"
As he finished speaking,
a young man and woman entered the main hall side by side.
The two were about the same age as Yuan Zhongdao, but had not yet cultivated True Qi and were still Blood Swapping Martial Artists.
This was normal!
In a small rural county, a Three Blood level at such a young age was already considered a top expert, achieving True Qi was not commonly seen.
"Pan Xin!"
"Pan Shizheng!"
"Greetings to Uncle!"
They knelt and bowed.
"Rise."
Fang Zheng waved his sleeve, and an Invisible Force gently lifted them up:
"Quick, get up!"
"Brother Pan, what is the meaning of this?"
"Brother Fang," Pan Ran said with a solemn expression:
"This journey, Pan Mou has staked the entire family’s future, though King Kang oversees things, fortune and disaster are unpredictable."
"These two children are the outstanding ones of the Pan Family that Brother Fang has met, Pan Mou hopes that in case something happens..."
"Nothing will happen." Fang Zheng frowned, then nodded:
"Rest assured, Brother Pan, no harm will come to them while they’re with me, just await your good news."
"Haha..." Pan Ran laughed heartily:
"Thank you so much!"
"This way, Pan Mou can be relieved."
Leaving Pan Xin and the two was akin to entrusting them in case of a crisis, yet Pan Ran did this as a precaution.
He himself didn’t believe there would be any trouble on this journey.
......
Pan Ran left the two youths and departed alone.
Soon afterwards, Linghu Qiuchan’s father, Linghu An, who was in Zhaonan Prefecture, also sent a message through someone.
King Kang,
truly came to Zhaonan Prefecture!
Simultaneously, the Mansion Master ordered the conscription of local strongmen to eliminate the Cyan Wolf Gang, promising significant rewards, including granting official status.
Linghu An implied that Fang Zheng should lead troops to capitalize on this opportunity to establish a reputation and secure a foothold in the Prefecture City.
Fang Zheng refused this suggestion.
Eradicating the Cyan Wolf Gang was beneficial for him to conduct business peacefully, but there was no need to personally take action.
If the expedition failed...
It would be extremely dangerous.
The saying goes, a gentleman does not stand under a dangerous wall; he only sought stability.
Thus,
more than a month passed by.
News from the frontlines arrived sporadically; with King Kang overseeing the battle and numerous strongmen responding to the call, the Cyan Wolf Gang was retreating step by step, and the situation seemed very promising.
"Hyah!"
"Hyah!"
That day, a group of riders galloped into Gu’an County.
"By order of the Mansion Master, Fang Mansion is commanded to hear the orders and enter the prefecture, without fail!"
"Hmm?"
Fang Zheng instinctively frowned:
"Indeed, it’s not going so smoothly, they’ve even begun forced conscription, indicating a change in the battle situation?"