Chapter 13 Delusional Marquis

"The昏侯 (Hūn Hóu)? Is it the tomb of a prince or marquis?"

Faced with Luo Tianhe's question, the shopkeeper simply shook his head. "I don't know the specifics. After all, we can't confirm the tomb's exact location yet, but judging from the burial objects unearthed, the scale of this tomb is very high."

"We used our connections to find someone who knows the inside story. It is said that this old gentleman has devoted his life to searching for this tomb. The name 昏侯墓 (Hūn Hóu Tomb) was first revealed by him, but compared to 昏侯 (Hūn Hóu), he prefers to use another name to refer to this mysterious tomb owner."

After a pause, the shopkeeper's expression became solemn. "妄言侯 (Wàngyán Hóu)."

For some reason, the moment these three words were spoken, Jiang Cheng and the others felt a gust of cold wind blowing towards them, but it was only for a moment, and the next second, everything returned to normal.

"We need to meet this old gentleman, please introduce us."

Jiang Cheng cupped his fist at the shopkeeper. Based on the shopkeeper's retelling, everyone could confirm that the 昏侯墓 (Hūn Hóu Tomb) that the old gentleman was referring to was the blood corpse tomb.

Hearing this, the shopkeeper looked embarrassed, but he still nodded. "I'll try my best, but we haven't met this old gentleman either. The old gentleman has a strange temper and his whereabouts are erratic, making him difficult to figure out."

"It's okay, you just need to help us pass on the message, and then... please bring this thing with you."

As Jiang Cheng spoke, he took the wooden box containing the dressing mirror from Fatty. Seeing this scene, Luo Tianhe and Yuan Shanyuan's eyes became subtle. They had always coveted this dressing mirror, but due to various reasons, they couldn't openly snatch it. But if this thing fell into the hands of the shopkeeper, it would be hard to say.

But Jiang Cheng's action nipped their thoughts in the bud. He took out the dressing mirror from the box, kept it close to his body, and then handed the wooden box to the shopkeeper, instructing, "You just need to give this box to the old gentleman, I think he will be willing to meet us."

The shopkeeper didn't ask any further questions, put away the box, and agreed.

After settling everyone in, the shopkeeper left with the wooden box and the portrait. Jiang Cheng and the others simply didn't return to the hotel and stayed directly at the Baomo Studio, waiting for news. Fortunately, there were enough empty rooms here, with two people per room and some to spare.

After resting for a whole day and getting a good night's sleep, it was the first night everyone had slept so peacefully since entering the mission.

It wasn't until early the next morning that the shopkeeper arrived with someone.

The person accompanying the shopkeeper was a man. Although he was wearing a long gown and a top hat, he couldn't hide his earthy aura, and the sharpness in his eyes was even more impressive.

The brim of the top hat was pressed very low, presumably to hide his identity.

"Everyone, let me introduce you. This is Master Liu San. I entrusted the matter you gave me to him."

Jiang Cheng cupped his fist at the man, "Master San."

Master Liu San waved his hand, and then cupped his fist in return to Jiang Cheng and the others. "You're too polite, everyone. All brothers within the four seas, and I've heard about your matter. I admire your willingness to go deep into the tiger's den and risk your lives to eliminate Song KeLi, the traitor. Master San is a title given by the brothers in the underworld out of respect. Everyone can just call me Liu San."

Jiang Cheng and the others wouldn't be so ignorant and all cupped their fists and called him Master San. After a brief introduction, everyone sat down, and Master Liu San also mentioned the main topic, spreading the portrait on the table. "I've confirmed the person in the portrait. His name is Liu Xueyi, a local from Shanghai. Don't be fooled by his righteous-sounding name. He's secretly engaged in grave robbing, and... this person has been missing for a long time."

"Missing..."

A sense of foreboding rose in everyone's hearts. It seemed that the hard-won clue was going to end here.

"Please rest assured, everyone. Your matter is my matter, Liu San. I've already mobilized the brothers in the gang to look for him. It's not that I, Liu San, am boasting, but as long as he's still in Shanghai, I'll definitely bring him to you within seven days!"

Master Liu San was indeed a figure in the martial world, speaking with a firm voice, but Jiang Cheng and the others sighed inwardly. Not to mention seven days, they couldn't even wait for three days. The most important thing now was time.

However, with a figure like Master Liu San in charge, even if the Second Young Master really came, he would only be turned away. Their safety could be temporarily guaranteed.

Suddenly, a very light sound came from outside the door, like clothes rubbing against the door. Master Liu San was very alert, and his hand went to his waist as he quickly stood up. "Who is it?"

The next second, the door opened on its own, leaving only the little boy staring blankly at everyone, holding a sesame seed cake wrapped in oilcloth in his hand, with steam still rising from the cake.

Fatty immediately understood. He had joked with the boy in the morning that he wanted to eat sesame seed cake, and the boy generously patted his chest and said he would treat him. As a result... he didn't expect him to really buy it.

Fatty immediately stepped forward to comfort the frightened boy, and at the same time explained to everyone not to panic, that this was someone they had brought. Hearing this, Master Liu San slowly lowered his hand from his waist. Jiang Cheng took the opportunity to see that Master Liu San's waist was bulging, and it was obvious that he had a weapon hidden there. Judging from the shape, it looked like a box cannon.

Jiang Cheng knew that people like Master Liu San were extremely suspicious. Letting the boy leave on his own now would definitely cause unnecessary suspicion, so he simply asked Fatty to bring the boy in. Unexpectedly, as soon as the boy approached the table, his eyes involuntarily fell on the portrait on the table. The next second, what he said shocked everyone. "Isn't this the ghost face from the Blind Head Tuo Temple?"

"Ghost face?"

The word "ghost" instinctively made everyone fearful. What was even stranger was that such a thing was actually said by this little boy. Now, Luo Tianhe, Yao Shunyu, and the others also noticed something was wrong and their eyes became subtle as they looked at the little boy.

Master Liu San was a little embarrassed. After all, he was also a well-known figure in the underworld. The person he couldn't find in his own territory was actually pointed out by a child. But the boy didn't care so much and said to himself, "Fatty brother, I've seen this person. When we didn't have food before, we would go to the Blind Head Tuo Temple to steal offerings to eat. Not only me, but also other children. I've seen this person in the temple, but his appearance is much scarier than in the portrait. Half of his face is rotten. It's scary. At first, we thought we had encountered a ghost."

"Master San, do you know the location of this Blind Head Tuo Temple?"

Master Liu San nodded. "I know. It's on a deserted mountain not far outside the city. It's an abandoned temple, but it is said that the incense was once very effective, so people still go there to worship from time to time."

"Please send someone to check this temple."

Before Master Liu San could move, the boy also clamored to go, saying that he would definitely be able to find this person if he went. Half believing and half doubting, Master Liu San agreed.