Starting as a centurion, he fought his way through the chaos of the world.

Chapter 6 Harvest
"It means nothing. You're standing up for Bai Sheng Casino by detaining and beating my officers.

"Wow!"

The sound of the tarpaulin being torn off rang out.

Three armor-piercing crossbows were simultaneously aimed at Li He.

"crunch"

The sound of the crossbow turning also rang out.

The cold gleam on the crossbow was somewhat dazzling.

At this distance, unless Li He's cultivation reaches the Blood Transformation Realm, he will be severely injured even if he doesn't die.

Lu Ming cast a long, brooding gaze at him.

It was clear that Li He's Adam's apple was bobbing.

Fear showed on his face.

He was carefully backing away, as were the others.

No one can remain calm when faced with such a deadly weapon.

"The Changsheng Gambling House detained the soldiers of the Hundred Households, which is absolutely deserving of death. Your Excellency did the right thing!"

After saying this, Li He turned and left.

He sensed Lu Ming's murderous intent.

He took two steps back, then started running.

The people behind them also started to run away in a flurry.

A look of regret appeared on Lu Ming's face.

He originally intended to give Sun Tian some time to target Li He, but he didn't expect the other party to run so fast.

It was a real missed opportunity.

But there's no rush; they'll pay the price sooner or later.

"go!"

Lu Ming waved and then headed towards the Hundred Household Office.

I just got back to the yard.

The crowd started discussing it.

"After so many years, we, the people of the Hundred Households Office, can finally hold our heads high in public!"

"It's all thanks to you, sir! Three armor-piercing crossbows—whoever comes will die!"

"You really have connections everywhere, sir! You even managed to get something like this!"

The people in the courtyard were discussing it.

They were all beaming with excitement and couldn't stop for a moment.

"Today it's my treat, everyone eat as much as you want. Zhang Meng, go to the restaurant and buy some food and drinks."

After the great battle, it was natural to reward everyone.

As Lu Ming spoke, he tossed a silver ingot into Zhang Meng's hand.

There must have been quite a lot seized this time.

So there's no need to be stingy now.

"Yes, sir!"

After excitedly accepting the silver, Zhang Meng led his men to buy food.

After settling everyone in, Lu Ming carried a silver box in each hand to the backyard.

"My lord, what's in the box?!"

Li Xirou came up to help, but the box was too heavy for her to move.

"boom!"

After entering the house, Lu Ming put the box on the ground.

A hint of pride flashed unconsciously in his eyes. "Open it and take a look!"

Every man has an urge to show off in front of his wife.

Lu Ming was no exception.

Right now, he really wants to shout that he's rich.

His wife no longer has to suffer.

"It's all silver! Where did all this come from?" Li Xirou looked up in surprise.

"Tap and see!"

"Okay!" Li Xirou nodded obediently.

Then he happily counted the silver.

After all, with these, we won't have to worry about food anymore.

"Two thousand three hundred and fifty-two taels!"

In less than an hour, Li Xirou pointed it out.

Sweat beaded on his forehead, but his face was beaming with joy.

As the daughter of the Li family, in the past, she wouldn't have blinked even if there were 20,000 taels of silver in front of her, let alone 2,000 taels.

But now I'm very excited.

Holding the silver in his hand, he looked like a money-grubber.

"Alright, let's put it away for now."

"Ok!"

Li Xirou nodded.

Li Que picked up the silver and put it in the cabinet.

However, they took some more out. "My lord, madam, it's time to eat!"

Just then, a voice came from outside the door; it was Sun Tian's daughter.

When Lu Ming opened the door, he saw the little girl standing timidly outside.

She was holding a food plate with several delicate side dishes and rice on it.

Clearly, Zhang Meng had bought the food and drinks.

"You and your wife can eat inside. I'll go out and check on things."

After saying that, Lu Ming walked towards the front yard.

"My lord, the wine and meat have been purchased."

Zhang Meng stepped forward as if to claim credit.

Unlike the exquisite dishes delivered to the backyard, the front of the house was filled with large chunks of pork and large jars of unpolished rice wine.

Although it's not fancy, there's definitely enough for everyone.

"Distribute this bag of silver. Those who have already received their pay will receive an additional five taels of silver as a reward."

Each person who did not claim it received six taels.

Moreover, starting next month, each soldier in the Hundred Households will receive three taels of silver per month.

If you have friends, you can invite them. I plan to make it 100 people.

But let me make this clear beforehand: I need someone who's willing to fight to the death!

"boom!"

The crowd instantly became lively.

They all started whispering and discussing it among themselves.

I thought I was lucky to get a tael of silver, but I didn't expect Lu Ming to give me a bonus.

This time, after killing a few people, I earned six taels of silver. Even at the peak of the Hundred-Household Garrison, I never had such a good deal.

Moreover, three ounces every month thereafter.

That's enough to support the whole family.

Lu Ming smiled and did not stop the discussion. Instead, he sat down at a table made of wooden planks, picked up his wine glass, and drank by himself.

Now, what he needs most is to inspire the fighting spirit of his men.

Otherwise, how can we compete with several families?

After a while, seeing that everyone had finished their discussion,

He threw the silver into Zhang Meng's arms and said, "Distribute it as I said!"

"Sir, we old folks will now entrust this hundred-odd pounds to you. Wherever you say to hit, we'll hit!"

Zhang Meng was the first to kneel down.

The others also knelt down.

Over the years, they almost had no way to survive, and the whole family went hungry.

Now, with Lu Ming's arrival, they've finally seen the light at the end of the tunnel.

After I go back today, I can buy grain, and in two years I can save up some silver.

There is even hope of buying a few acres of land.

"Work hard, I won't let you down!"

Lu Ming waved his hand, signaling Zhang Meng to get up.

After wiping away her tears.

Zhang Meng stood up and began distributing the money, holding the gleaming silver in his hands.

Everyone had only one thought: to follow the adults and go out to kill some people from other families.

The reward will be even greater then.

At the same time, he was thinking about where to find some people he had a good relationship with to come and serve the adults.

In Fenglei Town, besides the soldiers of these centurions, there were also retired border troops.

They were all veterans who had fought on the battlefield and killed people, and their lives weren't exactly stellar.

There shouldn't be any problem with him taking up a post in the Hundred Household Office.

After the money was distributed, the feast began.

Eat and drink as much meat and wine as you like.

These old soldiers, who hadn't had meat for a year, naturally feasted to their hearts' content.

My mouth is full of oil after eating.

Lu Ming was equally unceremonious; he had been feeling utterly bored lately.

After finishing a meal.

Ten veterans were left to guard the crossbow carts outside the base, while the rest of the soldiers went out to find reinforcements.

We've already fallen out with the Zhang family, so we have to act before they make a move.

We need to build up our strength as quickly as possible.

Lu Ming also returned to the backyard.

This time, during a trip to the gambling den, more than ten people were killed.

Let's see how many points I've earned.

Besides having subordinates, one's own abilities are also very important.

Without reaching the Bone Forging Realm, relying solely on crossbows is barely enough for self-defense, let alone offense.

Therefore, as soon as I entered the house, I glanced at Li Xirou, who was tidying up the table.

Lu Ming quietly opened the data panel.

(End of this chapter)