Chapter 30

C30 – The Person Who Betrayed His Master

The Zheng family was herded into the courtyard by the Zhou family, fear etched on their faces, some tinged with anger.

They couldn’t grasp the full story, so they felt the Zhou family’s actions were excessively cruel. First, they inexplicably forced Zheng Xunqin into a divorce. Then, they murdered the Zheng family elder, Zheng Kang. Now, they seemed intent on annihilating the Zhengs.

Was there no justice left in the world?

The sight of their patriarch, Zheng Huai, and the bodies of other senior and regular elders only deepened their fear and rage.

Zhou Jibo remained silent. Once the entire Zheng family was present, he signaled to the defector who had sought his protection to step forward and speak.

“Fellow Zhengs, I am Zheng Linghan, son of Zheng Shuidong. I’ve been aware of the feud between our families from the start. Today, I will reveal everything and identify those who have wronged the Zhou family.”

“Whether you curse or strike me is of no consequence. Young Master Zhou has assured me that he will only execute those who have wronged his family. No one else will be harmed.”

“The Zheng family members who were killed died because they resisted; it was never the Zhou family’s desire to do so.”

As he spoke, looks of loathing were cast his way.

The Zhengs, though fearful of death, found themselves united in their hatred for Zheng Linghan, who seemed even more despicable than the Zhous.

But then, Zheng Linghan exposed their own family’s treachery: their defection to the Shrine of Astral Radiance, Zheng Xunqin leading the Second Palace Holy Son to extract Zhou Jibo’s bone root, Zheng Kang’s failed assassination attempt on Zhou Jibo, and Zheng Hongyi’s provocations leading to their business ostracization in Icefair. Many Zhengs were left in disbelief.

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It was no surprise the Zhou family had retaliated!

Naturally, some had been privy to these deeds from the start. Even with the truth laid bare, their hatred for the Zhou family persisted. Loyalty to one’s clan is not easily swayed by revelations or regrets.

Zhou Jibo observed their reactions closely, his gaze settling on Zheng Linghan.

What decision would Zheng Linghan make? Whom would he single out?

Moreover, squandering attribute points on such trivialities would be pointless. Despite having a sufficient supply, Zhou Jibo was not one to waste them thoughtlessly, especially since his body had its limits on how much it could handle in terms of attribute enhancement.

But the scarcity of gold and silver puzzled him. He pondered the Zheng family’s recent attempts to ingratiate themselves with the Shrine of Astral Radiance, Zheng Xunqin’s current absence, and the recent refusal of Icefair City’s shops to conduct business with the Zhengs.

Then it dawned on him: the Zheng family had been incurring significant expenses lately. Likely, Zheng Xunqin had taken the wealth to other cities in pursuit of cultivation resources.

It appeared that Zhou Jibo’s gains from this venture would be modest at best.

Nonetheless, Zhou Jibo nonchalantly gathered over a dozen packets of Bleeding Control Powder. With a discreet use of attribute points, he enhanced the powder into Acquired Bleeding Control Pills and administered them to Zhou Zhenbo, Zhou Chulang, and other injured members of the Zhou family.

These individuals had battled valiantly for the Zhou family and served Zhou Jibo loyally; they did not deserve to perish so easily.

“Is this a pill?” Zhou Zhenbo, Zhou Chulang, and the others gaped in astonishment. The opportunity to consume such fabled medicine was beyond their wildest dreams.

After taking the pills, their injuries noticeably healed quickly. Initially unable to move, they gradually found themselves able to sit up and exchange a few words.

Zhou Jibo nonchalantly used over a dozen pills, leaving not only the Zhou family in awe but also drawing astonished looks from the Zheng family members.

Could the Zhou family really afford to produce more than ten pills? How much silver must that have cost?

Zheng Linghan, who had just identified members of his own Zheng family, shuddered at the thought. He had been holding onto hope that the arrival of the Holy Land’s emissary might turn the tide. However, it was becoming clear that Young Master Zhou was far from straightforward.

The situation was complicated. It would be best for him to comply willingly; any underhanded resistance would surely lead to dire consequences.

Filled with gratitude and respect for Zhou Jibo, the Zhou family members resumed their tasks with renewed vigor.

Zhou Jibo walked out, his recent actions against the Zheng family having brought no significant gains, nor had they eradicated the underlying threats. With Zheng Xunqin absent, he found no reason to linger.

Just then, a disheveled woman burst forth. Falling to her knees before Zhou Jibo, she implored him, “Please, I beg of you! Help me, Young Master Zhou!”

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