Mortal Mirror

Seeing these two, Ximen Shang, without a word, slapped them across the face several times, then kicked them both, sending them flying. They crashed into the tables and chairs, creating a loud rumble.

At this moment, Li Ergou happened to witness this scene, his eyes narrowing, a fire of anger ignited within them.

Huang San, seeing the man, immediately exclaimed 'Oh no!' and hurried over, wearing a forced smile, saying, "Who do I see here? It's Master Ximen. May I ask what brings you here?"

Ximen Shang looked at Huang San with disdain and said, "What am I doing here? You should ask your subordinates about their good deeds. Where's that Li Ergou? Tell him to get out here."

Huang San immediately smiled obsequiously, "Master, can you tell me what's going on?"

Ximen Shang sneered with a sinister expression, "Tell you? Tell you what? What kind of trash do you think you are?"

The guy was extremely arrogant, reaching out to push Huang San.

Unexpectedly, a hand reached out and grabbed his wrist. Immediately, he heard the unremarkable person in front of him say, "Impudent! Is this the place for you to run wild? Do you really think this county office is your home?"

Ximen Shang struggled to break free, but the young man in front of him possessed immense strength. These provocative words instantly enraged him. He roared, "You're asking for death!"

He thrust out a fist, aiming it at Li Ergou. Without hesitation, Li Ergou also threw a punch, colliding with his fist.

Boom!

A terrifying force erupted, and Ximen Shang staggered back several steps, a different kind of fierce glint flashing in his eyes.

"Who are you?" he asked in a sinister voice.

Li Ergou sneered, "I am Li Ergou, the one you're looking for. What do you want to do about it?"

Ximen Shang cursed, "You dog servant! You've rebelled! How dare you lay a hand on me? Do you know who I am? I am Ximen Shang! In this Bitter Water County, you are the first person who dares to attack me. I see you don't know how powerful I, Ximen Shang, am."

At this moment, many people around looked over, their faces filled with surprise, and even more with anticipation, watching how Li Ergou would handle the situation.

Li Ergou was naturally not afraid of this so-called Ximen Shang. He coldly snorted, "Powerful? Can you be more powerful than the laws of the Great Xia Dynasty? I see you are being presumptuous. Today, you dare to cause chaos in my county office. Today, I will arrest you and bring you to justice."

Ximen Shang laughed, laughing loudly, "I think you're crazy. Come, someone, seize him for me!"

Immediately, a group of strong men behind him were about to rush forward. Li Ergou's men finally arrived. Seeing this scene, they were filled with excitement, immediately rolling up their sleeves. As long as Li Ergou gave the order, they would rush forward and start fighting.

Li Ergou narrowed his eyes, a deep look in them. Just as he couldn't help but act, he heard a loud shout, "Humph! Who is being so presumptuous, daring to fight and kill in the county office? Do you not want to live anymore?"

Accompanying the voice was an extremely powerful divine aura, giving people a feeling of oppression, indicating that this person's cultivation was definitely extraordinary.

The people behind Li Ergou quickly made way to both sides, saying, "Lord."

In an instant, Li Ergou saw that it was the County Commandant who had arrived.

The County Commandant looked at the crowd, then at Ximen Shang, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes.

Seeing the County Commandant, Ximen Shang immediately changed his expression, "Oh, it's Brother Zhou. Nothing serious. Someone here doesn't have eyes and arrested my men. I'm just here to get them back."

The County Commandant's face was very unsightly, coldly snorting, "Ximen Shang, you really don't take our county office seriously, bringing so many people to smash up the county office. Do you really think our county office is your home?

Stop talking nonsense, take your men and get out of here, otherwise, don't blame me for being impolite."

Hearing this, the people in the county office couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. After all, it was too humiliating. Usually, they were the ones who beat people, when had they suffered such humiliation? Everyone felt very unhappy.

Ximen Shang was slightly stunned, not expecting that this Zhou Bin would not give him any face at all. His face turned cold, and he said, "Brother Zhou, your people provoked the trouble first. You doing this is probably not good, right?"

A glint of cold light flashed in Zhou Bin's eyes, but in the end, he still snorted, "Go back first, I will investigate this matter, and then release the people."

Ximen Shang understood in his heart that Zhou Bin's tone had softened, indicating that he still had some scruples. If he said anything more at this moment, it would make it difficult for Zhou Bin to step down. He could only endure it and tell his brother-in-law about this matter, letting him take charge for him.

Thinking of this, he took a deep look at Li Ergou, saying fiercely, "Li Ergou, right? Good, today I will give Brother Zhou some face. I'll remember you. The mountains are high and the roads are long, we'll see."

Saying this, he waved his sleeve and left with his men.

A strange look flashed in the County Commandant's eyes, then he glanced at Li Ergou, asking him to come with him.

After a long time, Li Ergou came out of the County Commandant's office, feeling somewhat depressed and helpless. The County Commandant told him that Ximen Shang was a very difficult person to deal with, after all, he had the County Secretary backing him, so he hoped that Li Ergou would not provoke him.

Although the words were very tactful, the meaning was very clear: don't cause me trouble.

Although Li Ergou was depressed, he was also helpless. Afterwards, he found a group of his men to drink with, including Wang San and Zhang Kui. The two were flattered, patting their chests and guaranteeing to Li Ergou that they would be there for him whenever he needed them.

Li Ergou also gave each of them thirty taels of silver as compensation.

After finishing a drinking session, Li Ergou felt much better, but he still did not release Ximen Shang's men, intending to give him a warning.

Returning home, Third Generation Chicken was still sound asleep. Li Ergou didn't pay attention to it, but took out the Fish Scale Sword and started practicing again. He was now practicing the first stance of the Ancient Sword Manual, Flowing Cloud Drifting Snow.

This move, when executed, could fill the area within ten meters with sword energy and turn that energy into small sword-like constructs that seal off all escape routes, culminating in one final strike to the soul, unleashing endless sword energy to cut the enemy down.

Unfortunately, it was easier said than done. Even controlling the sword was difficult, often resulting in the flying sword falling or going out of control, leaving him extremely frustrated.

Fortunately, he could still practice some simple moves, such as thrusting, chopping, sweeping, bringing, drawing, wiping, lifting, striking, hanging, supporting, and blocking. Don't underestimate these basic stances; all moves are evolved from them. As long as they are mastered, they can still generate tremendous damage. They are indispensable for close combat.

After practicing the sword for an hour, he began to refine the tortoise shell. After days of refinement, he had refined half of the tortoise shell. With more effort, he could control it freely, and it would become another very good defensive weapon.

The night was deep, and he went to sleep with heavy thoughts very late.

Unexpectedly, early the next morning, as soon as he entered the county office, he saw Lu Yun coming to see him with a cold face, bringing him very bad news.