Chapter 199: Fangdao Mystery Case
For most people in the outer areas of Phuong Island, they just watch the excitement. After all, it's not about oneself to hang high, it's the mentality of many people.
The next day, Xiao Che and the others saw the old man from yesterday again.
At this time, the old man's face was dark. After all, it was under his management that such a thing happened. Lin Gang has always had an unshirkable responsibility.
In fact, no one knew that what was even angrier than this old man was the man wearing the golden mask that Lin Gang saw yesterday.
Early in the morning, he heard that Lin Gang was missing. Now I think it must be related to the fire in the eastern suburbs forest. This puzzled him. I don't know what went wrong. He even suspected that someone had deliberately set up a bureau against him. He never thought that it would be the people they wanted to rob them.
"This matter has to be investigated. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to explain it like that. The old man said to his subordinates.
"Let our crew be careful lately. I'm afraid that someone will take advantage of this to deliberately stir up trouble. Xiao Che said to Captain Nack.
"Okay, I'll arrange it. Captain Nack responded.
"It's okay during this time, we don't want to go out. Xiao Che said to everyone.
"Xiao Che, this matter. Zi Wuji didn't finish. He saw Xiao Che nodding slightly. So they understood everything.
"I'm really sorry, Xiao Gongzi. We've got such a big deal going on here. I can't accompany you to the trading area. "You must know that Xiao Che is a big customer. The old man was also very helpless.
"It's okay, sir, you're busy. Xiao Che said indifferently.
If it weren't for the large amount of goods they brought this time. It was impossible for this old man to be so polite to them. Xiao Che didn't care how many spirit coins these things could earn for them at all. As long as they can reach the Shi family smoothly, then everything is worth it.
Xiao Che was curious about who the masked man with the golden mask was, and according to Zhou Xiaodie, that person's cultivation must not have reached the Supreme Realm. A strong person in the Respect for the Master Realm would have such a great amount of energy. This in itself is unbelievable. Unless he has some deep background. Now it seems that the answer is certain.
Even Xiao Che suspected that he was a member of the owner family on Fang Island. Xiao Che's guess is not unreasonable. After all, there are not many martial artists of the same level who can make Lin Gang respectful.
Maybe behind all this is the instigation of the island owner's family. It's scary to think about it this way.
Xiao Che: They don't plan to stay here for long. But now Fangdao has ordered a total blockade. After all, from Fang Dao's point of view, they were more afraid that there would be other family forces hostile to them.
Soon, the outsiders were unwilling. After all, such an unreasonable person casually suspects them. It also restricts their freedom, which is unbearable for them. However, under the strong military deterrence of Fangdao, those outsiders could only suppress the anger in their hearts.
Because they saw that this place had been blocked by the Supreme Realm powerhouse.
Xiao Che and the others didn't expect that Fang Dao would use such a stupid method to deal with these outsiders. As a result, Fangdao's reputation became worse and worse in the future.
Obviously, it is impossible to sustain the matter of a complete closure of the island for a long time. After all, now on Fang Island, there are still their VIPs. These people are all important people in overseas families. Even Fangdao can't afford to offend. After three days of lockdown, the plan was declared bankrupt.
However, the investigation into Lin Gang's disappearance continues. But no one has ever doubted Xiao Che and Zhou Xiaodie.
The Flowing Cloud's full cargo was quickly sold. For this, they obtained a lot of spirit coins. Captain Nack was the most excited, after all, for him, it was a good idea to be able to trade with people from overseas islands, and make a lot of money. Very rewarding thing.
Xiao Che didn't care much about this. But seeing that everyone was very happy, he also became happy.
Fangdao doesn't have any special resources. Without these goods, the Flowing Cloud is also much lighter. Xiao Che had no desire to fill it up. They plan to come across something worth buying.
"When can we leave, old man?" Xiao Che asked the old man.
"Xiao Gongzi will leave after staying for so many days, why do you still want to go to Songdao?" the old man asked.
"Yes, our task this time is to buy a large number of green pines to go back, if we can, we also want to sign a long-term agreement with the Ding family, if they are willing to ship, the price is not a problem. Xiao Che also has the meaning of temptation.
He didn't doubt now that the old man was the one with the golden mask. However, it is not certain that they have any other relationship with each other.
If this old man is too, one of these people. Then it's not a good thing for Xiao Che. If this is really the case, Xiao Che can't let him go.
"That's right, well, I wish you all a smooth journey. The old man replied with a smile.
This time, Xiao Che and the goods they brought were of high value. It's also a big deal for Fangdao. Their trade with overseas families is not much worse. Therefore, Xiao Che deserves to be treated like this by this old man.
No matter where you go, having strength will always win the respect of others.
Soon Xiao Che and the others returned to the inn to prepare.
"Captain Nack, Mr. Xiao is not good, not good. At this moment, Xiao Che heard the sound of shouting outside.
When he looked closely, it was the crew of the Flowing Cloud.
That's when everyone came out.
"What's going on? Don't be in a hurry and speak slowly. Captain Nack reassured.
"Captain, we, several of our brothers were killed. The crew member said in a panic.
"What? How could this happen? Quick! Take us right away. Hearing this, Captain Nack's tone changed.
"Stay here and don't move. I'll just go with Captain Nack. Xiao Che said.
"No! I'll go with you. ”
"And me, and me. ”
When Zi Wuji heard the news, he wanted to go with Xiao Che. Wen Renjing was very angry.
After all, I've been with these crew members for so long. Everyone got to know each other. Now I heard that something like this happened. They were very sad in their hearts.
"Alright then, let's all go and have a look. But no matter what happens, everyone must stay calm. It is very likely that someone is deliberately targeting us. Xiao Che didn't stop it anymore.
"Don't worry!" the crowd responded.
"What! Something happened again? Alas, what are you afraid of?" Someone reported to the old man the death of the crew of the Liuyun. After listening to the report, the old man sighed.
At this time, Xiao Che and the others had already rushed to the place where the crew was. Seeing Xiao Che and them coming, the crew seemed to have found the backbone.
"Who knows what's going on? "Captain Nack is more familiar with these crew members. It is most appropriate for him to ask.
"Captain, yesterday more than twenty of us were drinking together. Before I knew it, I drank until the early hours of the morning. And then, we're on this team, they're on a team. They went back to their resting places. Although we live in the same area, the direction is one east and one west. Who knew that this morning, they were found dead not far from where they lived. We rushed over as soon as we got the news. It's incredible. Could it be that someone is targeting us, the captain?" said one of the young crew members, Zhang Chen.
At this time, Xiao Che was already examining the wound.
"The cause of their death is already clear, a stab wound to the neck killed them with a single stroke. The least thing that will be done to them is the cultivation of the Venerable Realm. "As a doctor, Xiao Che is very good at examining wounds. Soon he judged the real cause of death of these people, and even the strength of the murderer.
But there are too many warriors with swords. The number of people in the Venerable Realm will definitely not be small. It is impossible for them to investigate them all. But Xiao Che won't let them die in vain. Although he and these people are not very familiar with each other. He couldn't even name them. But after getting along for so long, I also know each other. What's more, if you take them out to sea yourself, you have the responsibility to take them back safely.
Now they're dying here for no apparent reason. Xiao Che won't give up no matter what?
"Bury these brothers, don't worry, I will find out the truth of the matter. They won't die here in vain. No matter who the murderer is, he must pay the price. Xiao Che's words touched these seafarers very much.
You know, they're all the people at the bottom. Before Xiao Che, no one would have paid so much attention to them. Their lives are nothing at all. Nowadays, you can meet such an employer. It's enough to make them follow with all their hearts. They had already made up their minds about it. If they return to the mainland this time, they will follow Xiao Che to the death.
"Mr. Xiao. If you don't dislike it, our brothers are willing to follow you to the death. No one expected Zhang Chen to suddenly shout.
"Swear to follow Mr. Xiao to the death. The seafarers said in unison. At this moment, many people couldn't help but burst into tears.
Xiao Che was also very moved. He didn't expect it. own practices. Let him be embraced by all the seamen. This is the charm of Xiao Che. He didn't have any other ideas in mind about doing this. It's just a matter of following nature.
Xiao Che will never violate his conscience at any time. Nothing is more important to him than following his heart.
As a seafarer, after death, he will choose to be buried at sea, so that he can truly integrate into the sea. This is where every seafarer belongs. A simple farewell ceremony was held by the sea.
It's very difficult to investigate in an unfamiliar place. What's more, they don't have any foundation here. It's all up to them to investigate on their own.
Soon, Xiao Che thought of the old man.
At this moment, the old man and a group of people were rushing towards this side. He saw the scene of Xiao Che holding a funeral for the seafarers. Even he was inexplicably moved. You know, at his current age, it's hard to have such emotions about anything anymore.
Now he knows more about Xiao Che.
"Mr. Xiao, don't worry, we will give you a satisfactory result in this matter. After the funeral, the old man came to Xiao Che.
"No, old sir, this time I want you to help me, and we'll investigate it ourselves. You can rest assured that you will not be asked to help in vain. With that, Xiao Che took out a large bag of spirit coins and quietly handed them to the old man.
The old man originally wanted to refuse. But at Xiao Che's insistence, he still accepted it. Although he didn't know how many spirit coins there were, it was not suitable to take them out and check them out on this occasion.
Seeing that Xiao Che was so good at being a man, the old man accepted it calmly.
"If Mr. Xiao has any orders, just say it. After receiving Xiao Che's spirit coin, the old man's attitude changed slightly from before.
"I'd like to ask you to help me investigate everything that happened from the time they started drinking last night until the end of their drinking session. Xiao Che was not polite at all.
"Okay, Mr. Xiao, don't worry. I will take the shortest possible time. To give you a detailed information. The old man left here.
Xiao Che and the others are no longer going back to the inn. From now on they live with the seafarers. Prevent this from happening again. There are two supreme realm powerhouses in Dongya and Zhou Xiaodie, if someone is really targeting them, they will only throw themselves into the net.
The person who made the other party's attack was a martial artist of the Venerable Realm, and presumably their strength would not be particularly strong. Otherwise, if you directly come out with a respected teacher, you will do it more neatly than now.
At this time, Captain Nack was taking notes for every crew member who had gone through the incident. Xiao Che asked Su Mu to hang up the bounty, and the bounty was as high as one purple spirit coin. If someone can provide information about the murderer, then they will be able to get this purple spirit coin. Seeing Xiao Che make such a bold move. Let those who know the inside story exclaim.
Xiao Che's actions were seen by the seafarers. In this way, they admired and convinced Chaote even more.
In addition to the crew, Captain Nack was even more moved by Xiao Che's actions. Being able to meet an employer like Xiao Che is the greatest blessing in their lives.
Now, under the guidance of Captain Nack, all the seamen have joined the Xuanfu. This made Xiao Che unexpected.
From this moment on, the essence of the Flowing Cloud changed. He's no longer an ordinary fishing boat. It was the warship of Xuanfu, and Fangdao also became the beginning of Xuanfu's overseas expansion. Even Xiao Che didn't expect it. It would be in this way.
Xiao Che, who didn't plan to buy anything at all, now stepped up his efforts to buy weapons. Even Xiao Che asked someone to upgrade the Liuyun. To be precise, the current Liuyun is already a small warship.
The time for upgrading is not short. This is just the time for them to investigate the case clearly and find the murderer. The seafarers who died in vain are given justice.
As the saying goes, people die for money, and birds die for food. Such a high bounty. There will definitely be feedback.
When the old man returned to his residence, he opened the spirit coin bag that Xiao Che had given him. The spirit coins inside made him a little dumbfounded. There were ten purple spirit coins. You must know that the Purple Spirit Coin is the most valuable. It seems that Xiao Che has made a bloody investment this time.
For the elderly, these are also a lot of wealth.
Now he is more dedicated to what Xiao Che commanded.
"Fluttershy, do you remember where the man in the golden mask was, can you show me there?"
"No problem, but are you going now? Wouldn't it be better to wait until the evening?" replied Chow Xiaodie.
"No, this is now, and going now will not arouse suspicion from others. Xiao Che said.
"Okay!" Zhou Xiaodie was stunned for a moment, and then understood what Xiao Che meant.
They explained to Zi Wou-Ki and left.
The matter here is presided over by Zi Wouji.
Soon Xiao Che and Junior Brother Zhou came to the man wearing the golden mask. However, at this time, the building was empty.
"Fluttershy, let's go. Xiao Che didn't say anything after coming here, and soon they went to another place.
Zhou Xiaodie didn't ask much. Instead, he followed Xiao Che to a deep alley. There is a small shop that looks a little run-down.
Despite its shabby appearance, this small shop is actually a mysterious place on the island. It is said that you can buy all the news of Yoshima here. This is what the old man told Xiao Che just now.
"The boss business is coming. After entering the door, Xiao Che said directly.
"I wonder what the customer wants to buy?" There was only one old man in the small shop who looked old.
"Xiao Che, be careful! This old man turned out to be the Supreme Realm. "Zhou Xiaodie's perception is so acute.
"I can't imagine such a young girl. It turned out that he had cultivated to this level. It seems that the family behind you must not be simple. At the same time, the old man also discovered Zhou Xiaodie's martial arts realm.
"Old sir. Can you tell me who killed the sailors of the Drifting Cloud? You can make an offer. Xiao Che said.
"Young man, you'd better change it. The old man said helplessly. Although they claim to be omniscient here, they are not truly omniscient after all. If they had such strength, where would they still be in such a small place.
"Okay! I'll change the question. No. 18 Yundong Road. Who is the owner? This news will not be sold, right?" Xiao Che continued to ask.
Its owner, surnamed Sun, is the largest tea merchant on the island. This is his address. Xiao Che dropped a bag of spirit coins and left here without looking back.
He was going to ask the guy surnamed Sun now. Even this man with a golden mask. I'm afraid it won't have anything to do with him.
The area of Fangdao is not large. The tea merchant surnamed Sun was also easy to find.
At this time, Boss Sun didn't know what was going on outside. It has nothing to do with him at all. He couldn't have imagined that someone would come here to deal with him.
"You, who are you?" in the inner courtyard of Boss Sun's house. Xiao Che and Zhou Xiaodie suddenly appeared. Boss Sun saw that the situation was not good, and he turned around and wanted to escape. But with his cultivation, how could he leave in front of Xiao Che and Zhou Xiaodie.
When he saw this Boss Sun himself, Xiao Che already knew that the man wearing the golden mask must not be this person. Zhou Xiaodie said that that person has the cultivation of respecting the teacher. And the Boss Sun in front of him is just the Venerable Realm.