Dual wielding volcanoes, killing through the west

“Henry also mentioned that town,” the girl murmured. “He said it… was a wonderful utopia.”

"I dare not say whether it is beautiful or not." Zhang Renfeng's smile was somewhat gratified, "but I will do my best to make it better."

"But...who exactly are you? What have you done to this city, to the Hysen family?"

At this point, even if Jenny were slow to realize, she should have understood that Zhang Renfeng's identity was extraordinary. The looting and chaos outside had never stopped, which meant there was only one possibility: the order of this city had collapsed, and extending upwards, the entire Haisen family might have vanished into thin air.

This doesn't sound new; similar incidents have occurred in several towns over the past year.

Zhang Renfeng's yellow skin was too conspicuous, and once suspicion arose, it was as if the answer to the mystery was already laid bare.

She had a vague idea in her mind, but she wasn't sure.

This is not New Orleans; this is New Elizabeth, home to the Windblown Sands and Dover Hill cases. The Red Center's reputation is almost entirely tied to murder. Newspapers and the media have spared no effort in portraying him as a crazed, bloodthirsty, and furious serial killer.

But the man before her was calm, strong, peaceful, and powerful, offering her a helping hand in her time of need. Jenny couldn't fathom what value she could offer him now. Conversely, he must have saved her not out of self-interest, which, for Jenny who had grown up under oppression, felt like a fairytale.

Perhaps only people from fairy tales can create cities from fairy tales.

"After you rest a bit more and regain some strength, you'll be able to get out of bed and walk..."

"I'll go with you."

Chapter 639: The Wheels Roll On!

"Wait, buddy... where did you guys get all this silverware? Didn't you already empty their house yesterday?"

"Ha, don't even mention it, they have a cellar. You should go there now, a whole bunch of people have gone, I heard they found a little treasure vault in the cellar, and there's a lot of money hidden in it!"

"Oh! Really?!"

"Why would I lie to you? There really is a vault, the kind with a lock. A whole bunch of people heard about it and rushed over. They're probably already fighting over it. Think about it, the Hysen family only has a few people, how could they possibly spend all that money? Dollars, gold bars, gold nuggets, bonds... these rich people must have something hidden in their vault."

"Then why did you come back carrying all of these?"

"Hey, are you guys stupid? Do you think the vault lock can be opened so easily? The more people gather, the more chaotic the scene will become. If a fight breaks out, I might not even be able to keep what I have now. It's better to grab what I have and run."

……

Jenny rested for a while longer and finally recovered, but she wasn't fully recovered enough to walk. She had to keep her upper body still, and with Zhang Renfeng's support, she could barely stand for a short time. After trying several positions, they finally decided that Zhang Renfeng would gently carry her on his back.

His back is broad and sturdy, so you can lean on it with peace of mind, as long as you don't aggravate the wound, everything will be OK.

Pushing open the hotel door, several strange cries, a mixture of anger and excitement, echoed from the dry, chilly air outside.

Walking down the street, the bustling and vibrant scene of the Lantern Festival seemed still vivid in her mind. But the city she saw had completely changed.

"How long... have I been unconscious?" Jenny murmured.

“Actually, it hasn’t been that long. It’s just that the world changes much faster than we imagine,” Zhang Renfeng said in a deep voice. “Businessmen are always quite perceptive to changes in information. While you were asleep, this news had already spread throughout the city via the railway tracks and newspapers.”

"It tolled the death knell for the Heysen family."

The streets were dilapidated, but there were few signs of scavenging. Everyone clearly understood that they were directing their pent-up anger at those who truly deserved it. The city's order had collapsed. Those usually arrogant sheriffs and private militias had vanished without a trace, like grass rolling in the wind.

"Where's the sheriff?" Jenny asked curiously. "And what about the police station? Aren't they all their people? What's going on?"

Several passersby carrying precious jewelry necklaces hurried past them without even glancing at them, their faces beaming with fervent smiles.

"Have you ever been on a ship?" Zhang Renfeng asked. "If a ship is about to sink, the rats on board will try every means to escape. The same is true for the current Beacon. Everyone knows that the Haisen family is doomed."

"They only worked for him because of the money. When these lackeys realized that the Haisen family could no longer provide them with large sums of money as before, they naturally scattered like birds and beasts."

"But...this..."

Jenny still couldn't understand.

From the time she could remember, the Heisen family had been a constant presence over her. Their existence seemed like a given, something beyond human control. She simply couldn't comprehend how, in just a few days, the world had turned upside down, and unbelievable things had happened.

Wave after wave of commoners surged toward the Heisen family mansion. They simply rushed through the gate she had painstakingly tried to cross, and looted all the wealth inside.

"What exactly did you do to them?" Jenny asked incredulously.

“You have always been the majority, and they have always been the minority; it’s just that most of the time you haven’t realized it,” Zhang Renfeng said in a deep voice. “As for me, I have only provided you with an opportunity.”

“An opportunity?” Jenny murmured.

"How did the Heisen family make their fortune?"

"Kerosene lamp..."

“That’s right. Now, the era of kerosene lamps is coming to an end. Something newer, better, brighter, safer, and cheaper will replace them. Throughout his life, William Heissen expanded his kerosene lamp empire, investing almost all his money and fame into a product that was destined to be a transitional item.”

“A friend of mine told me that investing is essentially a game of confidence. You have to convince others that you are the right person to succeed, and that their investment in you now will pay off five or ten times in the future. The more they invest, the more leverage you have at this moment, and the bigger your business can grow, thus creating a virtuous cycle.”

"Now, the game of confidence has failed. As soon as you buy a newspaper, you will know that... the kerosene lamp will soon become a microcosm of a particular era, and perhaps in the future, it will be exhibited in a museum."

Zhang Renfeng took a folded newspaper clipping from his bag and handed it to Jenny.

"【The City That Never Sleeps】, White Torch Town... AC power drives 2000 incandescent light bulbs, making it as bright as day..."

"The establishment of Sanyuan Electric Manufacturing Company, the arrival of a new era?"

……

"For the first half day, they tried to suppress the report and arrest everyone who bought and sold the newspaper, but it quickly became ineffective. Those businessmen have ears that are sharper than anything else. As more and more people jumped ship, the Hysen family was soon left all alone."

"But now, a brand new era is coming, and no one can stop it. In the face of the rolling wheels of history, a mere small family in the south can only be crushed."

----

Zhang Renfeng roughly explained to her what happened during the time she was unconscious.

As they walked and talked, they passed through the city center and saw the statue of William I. Heisenberg, still standing there. Only the head was gone, as if it had been blown off by some high-caliber weapon by a crazed mob.

Further on was the Heisen family mansion, where a large group of people had gathered. The main gate had been kicked down and completely dismantled. Looking inside, all that could be seen was a sea of ​​people, groups of them busily carrying things out, practically tearing down even the carvings on the walls.

"Just like that...?" After a long while, Jenny's lips trembled as she watched the colossal object in her heart collapse before her eyes, clearly her worldview had been severely shaken.

that's all?

……

A tall man in a black trench coat and top hat, with heterochromatic eyes, suddenly appeared from the street corner like a ghost. He walked slowly to Zhang Renfeng and handed him a slip of paper torn from a notebook.

Zhang Renfeng took the note, nodded slightly to him, indicating that he understood.

The man turned around, brushed past him without a word, and disappeared into the vast night.

“Who is this?” Jenny asked.

“He is my messenger.” Zhang Renfeng unfolded the note, glanced at it, and a smile appeared on his lips. “It’s getting late.”

"It would be better if you and I went together to see him off on this final journey..."

Chapter 640: I am The White One!

"What...what do you want?! Who let you come here? Get out, get out of here now!"

The Irishmen, who were already on edge, saw Zhang Renfeng carrying a girl on his back and slowly walking towards them. They immediately put away their fatigue, revealed fierce expressions, and stepped forward to drive him away.

When the angry mob burst through the gates and surged in, William's prized private army was scattered like flies. Only the relatively loyal head bodyguard, willing to protect the remaining family members, managed to escape the chaos and reach this relatively secluded hideout.

The only way to escape the city is by train, but right now, riots have broken out in the city.

The train station had also been stormed, and the streets were filled with angry crowds. If someone were recognized, they would be beaten to death. They could only find a place to hide and let things cool down for a few days before trying to sneak out.

The Irishman understood perfectly well that he had no other choice. Over the years, relying on the power of the Hysen family, he had made many enemies. Even if they turned against him now, the people who wanted to kill him could still line up all the way to New Orleans. He could only protect the Hysen family and secretly pray that they could truly rise again.

Therefore, he stepped forward without hesitation, wanting to use his fleshy, fierce face to block him outside.

Zhang Renfeng didn't have time to pay attention to him.

"Thump—!!!"

With a flying kick, the burly, fat man was sent flying, crashing into the door like a bowling ball, sending it flying off the frame. His body embedded itself in the door, crashing into the room and kicking up a cloud of dust. And this lapdog, who had relied on his master's power for years… stared wide-eyed, his mouth trembling, unable to utter a sound, dying in agony from his broken ribs.

"That's it."

Zhang Renfeng looked around. It was a small shack far from the city, similar to the one he lived in when he worked at the stables in Fengchuisha. It was just a downpour away from collapsing. The house was bare, with only a table and a bed as furniture.

In comparison, the contrast with the extremely luxurious mansion is simply too great.

No one was around.

Zhang Renfeng gently lowered Jenny off his back and let her hold onto the only table for support. "Are you alright? Can you stand up?"

“Is…is it possible…” Jenny’s voice was still a little weak, but at this moment, she was more concerned about the purpose of her visit. “You mean, the Heisen family is hiding in this place?”

"If it were someone else, they might have let it go like that, but me..."

Zhang Renfeng walked slowly to the wall, bent his fingers, tapped the wall, and then punched it.

"boom!!"

The wall shattered with a crack, and with another powerful tug, the entire wall in front of him was torn open like paper, revealing a dark room of about three square meters inside. Three people were huddled inside, covered in dust and dirt, pressed against the wall, seemingly very uncomfortable with the sudden light.

Jenny gasped, and then the sudden surge of adrenaline made her forget the pain and instead turn her into an extremely angry person.

She would recognize these three people even if they were reduced to ashes.

----

"I...I have no money...I have nothing left, they robbed me of everything. If you want it, just...just come to my house and take whatever you want..."

Not long ago, Zhang Renfeng had met William once at the knightly tournament. At that time, he was sitting in the front row of the audience, with a cold and arrogant expression on his face. Although he was in his forties or fifties, he looked quite young. He sat there with his back straight, like a spirited middle-aged man.

In just three days, half of his hair had turned white, as if heaven had taken away another portion of his lifespan and placed it all on him. His eyes held no arrogance, but rather were filled with fear and panic, unsure of what would happen next.

"Do you remember me?" Zhang Renfeng smiled. "We met once at the knightly tournament. I am..."

"Are you looking for Schneider? I don't know where he went! The news I got is that he... he committed suicide the moment he found out, and his wife and children were taken away by others. I... I don't know either!"

"Let me finish, okay?" Zhang Renfeng turned slightly to show them Jenny behind him. "Do you remember this lady? At the martial arts tournament, she expressed her love to your eldest son, and then... at a banquet, something unpleasant happened."

"..." William's expression was somewhat confused. These three days had been hellish for him. One terrible piece of news after another came, plunging him from the clouds into hell. Everything in the past was shattered. How could he possibly remember an ant he had once stepped on?

Jenny stared coldly at the emaciated, haggard old man, who looked like a living dead, and said nothing.

“You…” Imond realized something and gritted his teeth, “You are this bitch’s…proxy knight?!”

“Exactly.” Zhang Renfeng nodded.

"Ha...you lowly yellow barbarian...you've come here to avenge your master? Haha...hahahaha...you, you, what are you!"

A hint of anger, born of offense, flashed across William's face. He said fiercely, as if he had nothing to lose, "You only dare to jump out when I'm out of power. You're no different from those bastards and scumbags, nothing special!"

"As for you..."

He looked at Jenny, his eyes wide, and shrieked in a terrifyingly piercing tone, "You have no right to sit at the same table as us!"

"Well, speaking of this, there's something else I want to tell you..."

Zhang Renfeng slowly took down the waist lantern that had been hanging on his belt and gently turned it on.

Unlike the light from a kerosene lamp, it instantly filled the room.

"I am the mastermind behind Sanyuan Electric Manufacturing Company."

Zhang Renfeng said calmly, "My brain isn't that sharp; I can't invent this thing. I can only offer some financial support to smart people."

"This kind of electric light, which is about to replace you, is powered by electricity... behind it all..."

"I have a share in it."

----

The small room fell completely silent.

William's expression was quite amusing—confused, lost, and puzzled, like a little dog struggling to understand human language.

Zhang Renfeng didn't urge him, holding the lantern and simply waiting. Until the bright light, like a nail, pierced William's eye. The old man's breathing and heartbeat became erratic under the impact of intense emotion.

He gritted his teeth, "...Why..."

"Why--??!!"

He lunged forward angrily, but Zhang Renfeng gently pushed him with one hand, causing him to sit down on the ground.

“Do you even know what you’ve done? I… I started from scratch, worked hard for most of my life, and finally got to where I am today… My gas lamps are sold throughout the southern states of America, every household needs them! And you, you’re a destroyer… You’ve ruined everything!”

"Destroy before rebuilding," Zhang Renfeng said in a deep voice. "It has always been the case to destroy first and then build."

"As for you..."