Chapter 260: The Dispute Is Settled, Now Let

The scene cuts.

Sakura Country, Setagaya District.

Baka!!

A burly man with a crew cut and sinewy muscles clutched a Steel Pipe in his hand.

He shouted fiercely at the gaunt old ghost in front of him, who was as thin as a firewood stick and missing half his head!

That old ghost wobbled as if a gust of wind could blow him apart; he was definitely a soft target!

In the live stream, many viewers who had just learned the new Rule were still cheering wildly.

"Well done! This ghost looks weak; the drop rate is definitely high!"

"Don't hesitate! Hesitation leads to defeat; snatch its points!"

However.

Just as the Steel Pipe was a breath away from the old ghost's Heavenly Spirit Cover.

Dong—!

A deep gong boomed over the burly man's head, halting his movement instantly.

Immediately after.

The frail old ghost, who had been curled up and looked like he could be stepped on in a single foot, suddenly lifted his head.

On the remaining half of his skull, a single eye widened dramatically, and his mouth stretched back to the base of his ears.

Is there any fear left?

That gaze was unmistakably that of a starving wolf spotting meat—pure greed and ecstasy!

"Jie jie jie…"

"Robbery? It's actually robbery?!"

"Family! Come quickly! There's a clueless fool here taking the initiative!!"

That shout was like tossing a fresh piece of blood‑streaked raw meat into a pond full of piranhas.

Roar—!!!

The Ghost Merchants nearby, quietly setting up stalls with indifferent faces, suddenly erupted!

Those selling Human Skin Lanterns, the paper figures sweeping the streets nearby, even the hanging dead ghost on the tree…

At that moment, they all tore off their disguises!

Their originally bluish‑gray skin instantly flushed, nails grew three inches long, and black vapors rose like rolling smoke.

"Mine! The thigh meat is mine!"

"Don't grab! The intestines are for me! This is premium sashimi material!!"

What was just a customer‑first night market instantly turned into a battlefield.

"Na… nani?!"

The burly man was completely stunned, forgetting to swing the Steel Pipe.

This script is wrong!

Before he could react—

Pfft—!

The frail old ghost stall owner's withered arm suddenly swelled like a dead vine, tightly coiling around the burly man's neck.

His other hand, like stabbing tofu, pierced straight into his abdomen!

"This is the fate of breaking the Rule!"

"Violating the Iron Law Breaker… All Can Be Executed!!"

Aaaah—!!!

The harrowing scream lasted only two seconds before being completely drowned out by the surging horde of ghosts.

Share the loot!

Not even a scrap left!

The global live stream fell silent once more.

The barrage of 'kill, kill, kill' comments that were just shouting vanished without a trace.

Everyone felt a chill down their spines, cold sweat streaming.

They finally understood.

What the hell, this isn't a soft target?

This is clearly—Fishing Law Enforcement!

Causing trouble deliberately in this night market is a Version Trap, inviting a group attack!

And scenes like this…

Are playing out everywhere!

Su Ming gave the barrage a casual glance, expressionless.

These idiots, if they die, they die.

Want to copy him?

Don't even weigh how many pounds you're worth.

His gaze shifted back.

Su Ming's eyes fell again on the curled‑up Golden‑tooth General.

"Speak up."

"How does one enter this so‑called Inner Layer? When does one enter?"

Who's inside...?

Su Ming's voice was gentle, as if chatting with an old friend.

But the Gold Tooth General shivered all over.

The human before him could, while smiling, beat its head like a wooden fish!

I said! I said! I kept saying!

The Gold Tooth General poured beans from a bamboo tube, fearing that if he missed a single word his head would fall off.

Inner Layer... that's the Xiaojin Cave of the big shots, and also the true core of this Huangquan Night Market!

Only those holding a Token—like the Broken Finger I just gave you—are qualified to enter!

It swallowed, pointed at the still bluish‑gray sky above its head, and spoke hurriedly.

Soon! It's almost here!

As soon as a Red Light appears on the horizon, that's the signal that the Inner Layer is opening!

Follow the place where the Red Light is strongest, and you'll see that Gate!

Inside there are lots of treasures... really! All good stuff! Anything you can think of!

After speaking, it carefully lifted its head, hope in its eyes.

Grandpa... I've said everything I know.

You've taken the compensation, and the anger's out...

Can you... treat me like a fart and let me go?

Since the deal was made and the High Compensation was accepted.

Then, according to the rules of the world, this matter is considered closed, right?

Even though he lost his fortune and his subordinates, he became a Guanggan Commander.

But as long as life remains, as long as the green mountains stay, there's no fear of running out of firewood!

Even if I go to the Inner Layer to be a dog for those big demons, at least I can still survive, right?

Hmm...

Su Ming thoughtfully nodded, then slowly stood up.

The gentle smile at the corner of his mouth gradually spread, making people feel like bathed in a spring breeze.

Very detailed, and very honest.

I just like dealing with responsible ghosts like you; it's hassle‑free.

The Gold Tooth General heard that, and the massive stone hanging in his heart finally settled.

Thank you, Grandpa! Thank you for sparing my life! From now on you are my dear...

Pfft—!

The Soul Dagger cut off its unfinished flattery.

The Gold Tooth General's expression froze instantly.

It stared blankly and lowered its head.

That ink‑black Soul Dagger pierced its throat with perfect precision.

Heh... heh heh...

Why?!

Weren't you supposed to receive something?!

Didn't you say you liked responsible ones?!

Shh.

Su Ming raised a finger to his lips.

You might have gotten something wrong.

He turned his wrist lightly.

Swish!

A cold glint flashed.

The Gold Tooth General's head, full of crosswise flesh, was sliced off directly!

Rattle—

The head rolled onto the ground, dead with eyes unclosed.

Kill Night Market Administrator, Score +!

The notification sound was crisp and pleasant.

The Scoreboard above the Sky Vault.

Behind the top‑ranked 【Jing】, the number surged up another notch!

Su Ming stepped forward and plucked the Gold Tooth off.

This finger is your compensation for selling me counterfeit goods.

This falls under Commercial Dispute; we have indeed settled it, a write‑off.

Upon saying that, Su Ming paused, his eyes suddenly cold.

But you just tried to kill me, to chop me into meat paste.

This is a Criminal Case, a personal grudge.

One Code Returns One Code.

Compensation is compensation, life is life.

If you cut the grass without removing the roots, my OCD will act up; it's uncomfortable.

The sound spread throughout the entire street.

It also went out via the live stream, reaching the ears of billions of viewers worldwide.

Dead silence.

The surrounding Ghost Merchants, who had been itching to move and see if there were any cheap deals,

were all frozen on the spot.

Sheng, fearing to cause any commotion that would draw this deadly star's attention.

Take the money, and still want your life!

This damn thing is the real King Yama!

In the live room, the bullet comments flooded the screen.

"WTF... this damn guy is truly ruthless!"

"In my imagination, defending rights: refund one, compensate three! The big boss's defense: the whole family ascends to heaven!"

"General Golden Tooth hasn't understood even until death; how can this logic be so closed‑loop!"

"Got it, I'm going to confront the boss right now!"

Live.

Su Ming turned around, his gaze sweeping toward the Ghost Merchants hiding in the mist, peeking out.

A harmless Smile Mask once again appeared on his face.

"Everyone."

"Since the manager is gone, should our night market... continue?"

"I have no other hobbies; I just love shopping and spending."

Saying that, he pointed to the top of his head.

"Did you see? I'm the Top-ranked Big Brother, a Big Wronged Seed; the thing I'm least short of is money."

"Where are those good items from earlier? The Human Skin Lantern, Ghost Hand Sashimi, Hundred-year Zombie Tooth..."

"Don't hide anything; bring them all out for me!"

"As long as the goods are good, set any price! I won't bargain!"