Published: August 16, 2025
Chapter 119: Unexpected News
"I can make an exception and take action once, causing the leaders of one of those two gangs to disappear, but this is limited to only one of the two gangs. Because if both overlords encounter trouble at the same time, it would too easily attract the attention of those with ulterior motives, and the risks would multiply. It's not worth me taking such a dangerous chance. Besides these two options, I will not make any further concessions!" Han Li said firmly. After finishing his words, he put on a stern face and didn't speak again. He coldly waited for the women's reply.
Madam Yan and the others showed unmistakable surprise upon hearing Han Li’s second option, but after exchanging glances, they still did not decide immediately.
"May I ask for some time to discuss this with my sisters before giving the young master an answer? After all, this matter is of great importance, and we must consider it thoroughly!" Madam Yan said cautiously.
"Of course, I'm not unreasonable. But the latest reply will be needed by tomorrow morning. I’m giving you a whole day, which should be enough for your discussion," Han Li said, then turned away without further acknowledgment and left gracefully.
Han Li went downstairs from the small building but did not return to his room. Under the strange gaze of the burly gatekeeper, he swaggered out of the Mo Residence. After confirming no one was following him along the way, Han Li finally returned to the inn where he was staying.
As soon as he stepped through the inn’s door, Sun Ergou hurriedly came up to greet him.
"If you have something to say, come into my room first!" Han Li said coolly before Sun Ergou could speak.
"Yes, young master!" Sun Ergou respectfully followed Han Li inside.
Once inside the room, Han Li sat down on the bed and stretched lazily before casually saying, "You look so anxious. Is there something very important you want to tell me?"
"Young master, indeed there is a momentous matter I must report to you," Sun Ergou leaned forward slightly, speaking mysteriously.
"Just say it straight. No need to be so secretive," Han Li glanced at Sun Ergou sideways.
"Hehe! It’s not that I’m trying to be mysterious, but this really is a big deal! I got reliable news that recently a large group of immortals will gather near Jiayuan City to hold an 'immortal assembly.' I heard that anyone who can attend this meeting can become an immortal cultivator instantly and join the ranks of the immortals," Sun Ergou said excitedly, spitting as he spoke.
"Immortals?" Han Li was slightly stunned.
"Yes, someone has actually seen them with their own eyes! Those immortals who can ride clouds and mist, wield lightning and spit fire! Young master, tell me, if it weren’t for someone with great fortune, how could immortals be seen so casually?" Sun Ergou said with envy, as if he wished all those who had met immortals before were him instead.
At this moment, Han Li understood that the so-called immortals Sun Ergou spoke of were immortal cultivators. What surprised him was how people in their gang could know about such a meeting of immortal cultivators.
"How did you come to know about this? Are there many people who know this news?" Han Li asked with interest.
"This news is absolutely reliable. It was personally heard by some brothers in our gang. But because the gang leader fears being targeted by the immortals, he issued a gag order so only the upper echelons of the Siping Gang know about it. I got this information from a high-ranking member who was drunk. I thought that a master like you would be interested, so I hurried over and waited here for your return," Sun Ergou said earnestly, hoping to take credit.
"Oh! I won’t forget your effort. But first, tell me specifically how that gang member managed to avoid the immortals' notice and heard this news?" Han Li’s expression turned serious as he asked carefully. This was important for judging the credibility of the information, so Han Li did not dare take it lightly.