Chapter 46: Everyone Has Techniques to Practice

Feng Zi's deafening "Do not kneel" caused everyone to tremble, and they stood up subconsciously, shouting in unison:

"Our blue-sky lord!"

Seeing that he had such prestige among the crowd, Feng Zi could not help but be stunned.

But he immediately reacted and continued to instruct: "I need two skilled horsemen to help me contact Wutai County."

Before long, two sturdy men walked out from the crowd and said in a deep voice: "Please give your orders."

For this figure who had wiped out the Sun Family and was also considering the future of their hometown, the people of Daishan County felt only awe.

Looking at these two, Feng Zi nodded slightly and said: "It seems you are both steady-natured people; wait a moment."

Having said that, he walked into the Sun Family residence, led out two fine horses, and returned to everyone's view.

Watching the two men waiting with lowered heads for his instructions, Feng Zi took a sealed envelope and a register from his pack and handed them to the two:

"Follow the official road north, head straight to the County Government Office of Wutai County, and declare that you two were sent by Martial Master Feng Zi to report an urgent matter to the County Magistrate.

"Once you meet the County Magistrate, present both of these—if all goes well, in five days, you can return to your homeland together with the reinforcements."

Seeing that he had already prepared all of this, the two immediately treasured the items, tucked them close to their bodies, and said respectfully: "We will certainly not fail your trust!"

Having said that, the two did not speak much more and immediately flipped onto their horses.

Feng Zi also took the opportunity to shout to the onlookers: "Everyone, please clear a path and let the two messengers go and return quickly!"

Hearing this, the people silently retreated to both sides of the road, clearing a path barely wide enough for horses to pass.

The two messengers nodded solemnly, then took up the reins and rode quickly away from Daishan County.

Afterwards, Feng Zi continued to instruct: "During this time, I also need five accountants, thirty sturdy men, and twenty hunters or people who have served as Constables."

Even though he would only stay here for a few days, since the people of Daishan County trusted him so much, Feng Zi had to be responsible to the end.

Although they did not understand his intentions, five people wearing long robes and fifty sturdy-looking people walked out.

Looking at the people before him, Feng Zi nodded slightly: "So that the subsequent work can be carried out smoothly, I need you to first bury all the corpses of the Sun Family."

Hearing this order, not only the fifty-five people standing before him, but the entire population of Daishan County exploded:

"Let the Sun Family be laid to rest? Why? They did so many evil things, they shouldn't be buried at all!"

"Exactly! Such beasts should have their skin peeled and their tendons pulled, and it would be best to let wild dogs eat their intestines clean!"

Feng Zi certainly understood everyone's anger, but he still cleared his throat and said in a loud voice:

"I know that you have all suffered deeply under the Sun Family's exploitation, and such anger in your hearts is only natural.

"But if you wish to live a stable life, you cannot act as recklessly as the Sun Family; everything must be handled according to reason and the law—

"The Sun Family committed evil deeds and has now been executed; they have paid for their sins with their own lives, so they must receive the most basic treatment. This is the rule!

"If you have no rules and let your emotions drive you, would you not be no different from the Sun Family of before?!"

To rebuild order, Feng Zi would of course not "pander" to the people without bottom lines; he needed to establish authority.

And upon hearing such a resonant and powerful response, the onlookers fell into silence, accepting his logic.

Regarding this, Feng Zi nodded with great satisfaction and continued to instruct:

"After burying the Sun Family, have the accountants register the names of the fifty-five people, including themselves.

"Afterwards, the twenty people who make a living by hunting or have served as Constables will be divided into ten groups of two, with every five groups forming a shift, responsible for half-day patrols in the county.

"The thirty sturdy men will be divided into ten groups of three, also forming two shifts, each responsible for guarding the Sun Family residence.

"The five accountants, accompanied by guards, will register all of the Sun Family's property.

"During this period, except for distributing pay to those on guard and patrol duty, none of the Sun Family's property may be moved, pending subsequent distribution!"

Hearing this arrangement, the people were filled with respect and admiration, and from the bottom of their hearts, they shouted in unison to Feng Zi: "Our blue-sky lord!"

Feng Zi was not dizzy with success from this sound and continued to say in a loud voice:

"Finally, I want every one of you to possess a certain ability for self-protection—

"Starting tomorrow, for four days, I will go to the east, west, south, and north areas of the county respectively to teach you Martial Arts Techniques.

"If you have the aptitude and become a Martial Artist, not only can you protect your family and neighbors, but in the future, you may even secure a position in the County Government Office!"

Hearing these words, the people of Daishan County were all shaken, looking at Feng Zi with surprise and joy, and were about to kneel from the bottom of their hearts again: "Our blue-sky lord!"

Before they could bend their legs, Feng Zi immediately shouted: "Stand up, do not kneel!"

Watching the crowd gradually disperse, Feng Zi then led the remaining fifty-five people into the Sun Family residence to bury those corpses together.

If asked whether he regretted his choice, Feng Zi's answer was naturally negative.

But if he could return to the past, Feng Zi would definitely choose more gentle means, at least not making himself have such a headache during the aftermath.

But then again, at least his thoughts were clear, which was also a good thing, wasn't it?

Alright, these were all self-consolations in Feng Zi's heart.

After working for nearly an hour, the group finally buried the entire Sun Family, their servants, and their thugs.

Afterwards, Feng Zi gave detailed instructions on the guard and patrol arrangements and supervised the work to ensure it was on the right track.

After a busy afternoon, until the setting sun slanted to the west, he finally brought the finishing work to a temporary close—

Feng Zi helplessly discovered that compared to life-and-death struggles, the painstaking work of aftermath was equally exhausting.

Finally able to relax, he walked along the road, and the people nearby saw him and subconsciously stood straight to pay their respects.

Having calmed down, Feng Zi realized that his blood-stained clothes had long since stuck to his body, making him feel completely uncomfortable, and he couldn't help but think to himself:

"Alright, I just washed my clothes clean last night, and now I have to wash them again tonight..."

Just like that, while his mind wandered with these meaningless thoughts, he calculated his future arrangements:

"I originally thought this trip would be nothing more than ordinary sightseeing, while taking the opportunity to see the local customs and traditions of various places.

"I didn't expect the first stop of the journey to be very different from what I imagined.

"Although it was delayed for a few days, I helped the local people, harvested a dozen herbs that replenish Qi and Blood Power, and mastered many techniques, so it can be considered a trip worth taking."

"But breaking through to the Transformation Realm remains a distant prospect, and there are no legends here of exceptionally ferocious or highly intelligent wild beasts."

"In that case, the legends of Spirit Monsters that Brother Li Shou spoke of... must be in the regions further south."

While lost in thought, Feng Zi returned to the inn where he had been staying.

The waiter greeting guests saw him and immediately came forward with enthusiasm: "Honored guest, you have returned! Do you have any instructions?"

Upon hearing this, Feng Zi walked toward the upper floor and said, "Bring a bucket of hot water, prepare some soap powder for laundry, and stir-fry a few dishes for me."

These were already included in the travel expenses, so he gave the instructions quite casually.

"Right away, I'll get it done immediately, please rest upstairs for a while!"