Chapter 953:

Chapter 953:

In the Qiantang mansions gate, all the bodies had been properly buried by Shisu. Officials from the Liufan sect came to collect some evidence. They had initially planned to investigate further, but upon hearing that the perpetrator was already dead, they dropped the case.

The authorities often encountered such situationspeople of the martial world settling scores amongst themselves, defying laws with their martial prowess. It was a headache for the government, but since the matter was already resolved, they decided it was better to close the case and move on.

Robb and Shisu returned to the grand mansion at Qiantang Gate. The once lively estate now felt empty, leaving Shisu overwhelmed with melancholy.

Robb, sensing her mood, simply placed a wicker chair at the entrance of the mansion and sat down. The Qiantang mansion was indeed built with elegancea broad avenue at the entrance, willow trees on both sides, and the rolling river behind, offering a picturesque view.

A few days after the murder case was resolved, it was quickly forgotten by the public. Visitors began to gather at the riverbank againstudents on an outing, wealthy local gentry taking a river cruise, and unfortunate women struggling to make ends meet in this otherwise beautiful world.

As Robb was enjoying a piece of osmanthus cake, a group of flamboyantly dressed women passed by. Seeing him, they giggled and one particularly graceful woman waved at him, saying, Western gentleman, care to join us for some fun? Well give you a special rate.

Robb responded with a polite smile, No, thank you.

The woman giggled, Dont be shy, Western gentleman.

Its not shyness. Im just not interested, Robb replied.

The woman scoffed and led her group away, their laughter trailing behind them. Soon after, they had successfully enticed another young man, who seemed smitten and followed them.

Robb watched them go, with no intention of following.

Shisu walked out from the mansions rear entrance and curiously asked, Why didnt you go with those beautiful women?

The hall master of the Eighteen Divination sect pulled him out of the water and laid him on the shore, asking, Foreign gentleman, how would you like to handle this man?

Robb responded, Do nothing, just discard him. He aimed to ambush Shisu, which means hes after the ore. Im waiting for those who already possess the ore and come to trouble me, not for the likes of him who want to steal it.

The sect head said, Well then, I picked him up for nothing.

With that, he tossed the old fisherman back into the river. However, this time the old man didnt sink; instead, he began to swim freely and in no time swam a considerable distance away.

Waving at the retreating figure, Robb laughed, Playing dead just now? People of the martial world are really interesting.

The old fisherman turned back and roared, Dont get cocky, you seal spirit! I will return.

Robb retorted, If you return, Ill sever both your hands and feet, and reduce you to a human stump. Remember, Im a seal spiritI have no sense of humanity.

The old fisherman shuddered and was visibly startled. He ceased his mocking tone and swam away with all his might, disappearing on the other side of the Qiantang River.

Lately, people who seemed oblivious to the risks had been frequently appearing, invariably launching sneak attacks on Shisu. Sometimes they would act in Robbs presence, and at other times they would make their move when Shisu was alone in the backyard and Robb was sunbathing at the front gate. Regardless, their efforts were futile. Each time they acted, Robb would promptly seize them, beat them up, and toss them into the river.

Shisu let out a deep sigh, Youve saved me again. Youre right; had you not been with me, I wouldve died seven or eight times in the past few days.

Robb grinned, So have you come to recognize my virtues and capabilities yet?

Biting her lower lip, Shisu replied, The jury is still out.