Chapter 1133: Blood Splattering in the Baimei Tower

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Lordbluefire

Before the night curfew, Sun Mo rushed over to the Drunken Smoke Brothel. He didnt make a move recklessly but entered as a guest to observe the situation first.

Sir, is there a lady whom you like?

A middle-aged woman who had makeup on immediately came to welcome him. This person was Drunken Smoke Brothels boss as well as the procuress.

Of course, the reason Sun Mo could receive special treatment from a character like this was that he was wearing the clothes of a recommended-candidate.

Ive heard from my classmate that your places Han Yan is excellent at playing the xiao[1] and thus I have come to pay a visit!

Han Yan was the Drunken Smoke Brothels top courtesan. Ever since Pang Jili came back to his hometown to pay respect to his ancestors, he had hogged Han Yan to himself. Therefore, to find out where that bastard was, Sun Mo just needed to ask for Han Yans whereabouts.

Han Yan is down with the flu these two days and is bedridden. Why dont you change to another lady?

The procuress smiled and recommended a few ladies to him.

Is she really sick? Or is she attending to someone else? Sun Mo stared at the middle-aged woman. You dont think Im that easily fooled, right?

Oh my, youve misunderstood me. Am I a fool to not earn money thats right in front of me?

The middle-aged woman complained.

Han Yan cant be attending the Imperial Tutor Pangs grandson, is she?

Sun Mo let out a cold snort.

If an ordinary rich person were to ask this, the middle-aged woman would have lashed out directly. (Who are you to interfere in this?) However, in ancient times, scholars enjoyed dignified statuses, let alone a recommended-candidate.

Famous courtesans at brothels couldnt be separated from these scholars if they wished to have a reputation. A famous poem could bring up the popularity of a famous courtesan.

Go over there and take a look. Young Master Pangs attendants arent around!

The middle-aged woman pointed to the theater stage.

The attendants naturally didnt have the right to enjoy the courtesans company in the rooms upstairs. Therefore, most of them would be on the first floor, watching the play.

Sun Mos brows raised slightly, and he sighed. Im only interested in Lady Han Yan. Since shes sick, Ill come again another day.

As Sun Mo said this, he turned to leave. The middle-aged woman tried to persuade him otherwise but failed to do so. She couldnt help but let out a soft curse.

Sun Mo left the Drunken Smoke Brothel and headed straight for the Baimei Tower.

This was a three-story restaurant that belonged to a merchant with the surname Gao on paper. However, it was actually the Pang Clans secret asset. After Pang Jili arrived, he modified this place into a private residence only for his use.

The women Pang Jili caught were mostly locked in here.

This was the information that the attendant had revealed.

Although he hadnt checked out the place in advance, Sun Mo wasnt a person with a poor sense of direction. He relied on this bodys memories of this county and quickly located this exquisite wooden building.

The Pang Clan had chosen to set this restaurant up in a more secluded place to avoid peoples eyes when doing bad things. However, this made it convenient for Sun Mo to commit murder now.

He climbed up a wall and looked inside.

The beef fat candles light was very bright and it was very noisy inside. Sun Mo saw an attendant who came out to relieve himself, and he was one of the people who had been with Pang Jili a few days ago. He finally believed that Pang Jili was in the Baimei Tower.

Sun Mo hid in the shadows, waiting for night to fall while checking his weapons. He also simulated the night assault in his mind.

How was he going to kill and how was he going to escape? If he were to come into a sudden encounter, how should he deal with the situation

Finally, it was past midnight and the noise in the Baimei Tower became softer too.

It was said that this place was called Fragrance Residence in the past, and Pang Jili was the one who had changed its name to its current one. He had planned to use this place to house 100 beautiful ladies.

Sun Mo changed into rough clothing, used a handkerchief to cover up half his face, and then crossed the wall, with a longbow on his back and the Yanling Steel Blade on his waist. He secretly infiltrated the building.

Those attendants and guards were all very drunk, and many of them were already knocked out and asleep on the tables. Only a few of them were still chatting leisurely.

That lady who was captured seven days ago is probably going to die tonight. Sigh, if only she had resigned herself to her fate earlier.

Thats right. After entering the Baimei Tower, there are only two ways to leave it. One is to become the young masters woman, while the other is to be carried out as a corpse!

I wonder if well be able to drink some soup[2] tonight!

Someone said in anticipation.

Pang Jili would normally reward them with some women that he had gotten sick of. This was also a means for him to get his attendants to be loyal to him.

If this was in the past, Id definitely be waiting eagerly. But ever since I saw that Recommended-Candidate Suns wife, Ive lost interest in this.

Pui, what right does that poor scholar have to marry such a beautiful woman? Just because hes good at his studies?

To hell with him! Well all have a chance to play with his wife in a few days!

As they said this, lewd laughter rang out.

Sun Mo had been hesitating whether he should spare these attendants and guards. But after hearing this, he decided to go all out.

All of you can go to hell!

Sun Mo pushed open the door softly.

Creak!

The door opened.

The attendants took a look and then drew their gazes back. One of the guards felt cold and thus walked over to close the door. However, his right hand had just landed on the door when he felt a chill in his chest. Then, an intense pain ran through his entire body.

Before he could let out an agonizing cry, a hand had covered his mouth.

The guys eyes opened wide as he looked at the bandit in horror. He was then quickly pulled out of the room.

(Who is this? To think that he dares to come to the young masters manor to kill?)

You must go through your reincarnation well. Ill still want to kill you in the next lifetime!

Sun Mo whispered in the guys ears. Then, he stirred his steel blade.

First one!

Sun Mo knew that after having killed someone, the stench of blood would attract attention. Therefore, he didnt stop and quickly entered the room, arriving in front of the table in less than two seconds.

There were a total of 12 people, with five who werent knocked out yet. However, they were also very drunk and didnt notice Sun Mo.

In fact, Pang Jili had been acting lawlessly for two years in this county, and even the constables no longer dared to come to them. This was why they were so relaxed.

Sun Mo swung his blade without saying a word.

Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!

Even though Sun Mos physical attributes had weakened, the cultivation arts and moves he had learned were still with him. Killing a few attendants was as easy as slaughtering chickens or dogs.

As he raised his hand and brought the blade down, heads rolled onto the ground.

Thump! Thump! Thump!

An attendant was in a daze as he saw a steel blade chopping off Old Miaos neck, sending a large amount of blood splattering onto his face.

It was very wet and warm, with a strong smell of blood.

Someone had died?

The attendant instinctively wanted to scream, but at the next instant, his head was also chopped into two, his brain matter and half of his skull landing onto the floor.

Sun Mo ended these people in less than two minutes. He then headed to the second floor.

There werent many sounds on the second floor. Sun Mo was worried that if he were to drag things out for too long, someone might discover the corpses on the first floor. Therefore, he headed straight for the third floor.

In his opinion, most noblemen or important people would be on the highest floor to enjoy themselves.

As expected, when he arrived on the third floor, he saw a big hall. There were cups and plates everywhere, and a maid was cleaning up the mess.

Sun Mo pounced over while she hadnt noticed him and covered her mouth from behind her.

Dont scream! Otherwise, Ill kill you!

The maids body immediately stiffened up, not daring to move.

Bring me to Pang Jili! Sun Mo threatened, If you dare to play any tricks, Ill kill you!

The maids legs turned to jelly from fright and couldnt move. Left without a choice, Sun Mo could only let her point to the direction Pang Jili was in before knocking her out with the handle of his blade.

In the second room of the western wing

Sun Mo stood outside the door and was about to knock when a womans agonizing cry rang out.

Youre awake? How does it feel?

Pang Jili smiled evilly. He then swung his leather whip again.

Pa! Pa!

I beg you! Stop hitting me!

The woman pleaded.

Sun Mo didnt wait anymore and pushed open the door to enter.

Which damned slave dares to disturb my fun?

Pang Jili cursed. He then turned and saw a man who was dressed in rough clothing and had his face masked.

Oh, a robbery?

Pang Jili sized up Sun Mo. But you seem to have come to the wrong place. If you scram now, I wont hold it against you. Otherwise, Ill eat your ears with my wine tomorrow!

Im here to seek revenge!

Sun Mo said outright.

Seek revenge?

Pang Jili was stunned for a moment before he laughed. Im sorry, I have so many enemies that I cant remember which one you are.

I am

Before Sun Mo finished his words, Pang Jili suddenly swung his whip toward him. Men

Pang Jili had underestimated Sun Mo. Before his voice came out, a teacup smashed hard onto his mouth, filling it with blood as well as shattered teeth. The cry for help was also stopped.

Swoosh!

Sun Mo swung the long blade and smashed it onto Pang Jilis back. He then took a few steps to his side, drawing out the short blade he had on him, slashing Pang Jilis wrist that was grabbing onto the window.

Kacha!

A broken hand fell off.

Pa!

Sun Mo reached out and grabbed Pang Jilis mouth. He then pressed Pang Jili against the wall.

Who are you trying to fool with such petty tricks? And you must not have expected that today will be the day you die, right?

Sun Mo pierced the blade into Pang Jilis shoulder and twisted it.

Bang!

The room was banged open and a middle-aged man with a blade dashed in.

His name was Tang Ji and he was Pang Jilis bodyguard. He was skilled in martial arts and when he saw that his masters life was in danger, he immediately let out a loud bellow and came pouncing over.

Evil-doer! Die!

Sun Mo was unafraid and swept out his short blade horizontally at great speed, slashing Pang Jilis face. He cut Pang Jilis left and right face, reaching his ears and also crippling his tongue.

It was impossible for him to cry for help now.

Ding! Ding! Ding!

Sun Mo and Tang Ji slashed at each other.

This evil-doer is a difficult one! Young Master, hurry up and leave!

Tang Ji urged, his countenance very solemn.

This evil-doers strength was mediocre, but his blade technique seemed very refined.

They had only exchanged moves for a bit, but he had been slashed a few times.

Holding a candle to the devil!

Sun Mos gaze was icy-cold. After making a slanted move, the short blade slashed this bodyguards throat.

Ssss!

Fresh blood spurted very far, splashing onto Pang Jilis face.

Pang Jili didnt expect his bodyguard to die so quickly and his heart turned cold. He wanted to beg for mercy but was unable to say a word.

Sun Mo smiled, flicking up his steel blade with his toes. He caught it with his left hand and slashed it onto Pang Jilis arms, chopping them off.

After killing Pang Jili, Sun Mo looked toward the woman who had curled herself up in a corner of the bed.

Im going to light a fire. If you wish to run, hurry up!

Sun Mo picked up the candle and tossed it onto the floor.

May I ask for benefactors name? The woman kowtowed. Ill never forget the indebtedness for saving my life.

Swallow Li San!

After saying that, Sun Mo left the room and planned on leaving. However, he gave it some thought and then went to the hall, bringing the maid whom he had knocked out along with him.

If he were to leave her alone, shed get burned to death.

After walking through a few districts, Sun Mo heard the night watch ringing the gong. Flames rose in the direction of the Baimei Tower, turning the skies red.

Sun Mo put away his clothes and weapons before returning home.

You havent slept yet?

Sun Mo was surprised.

Husband!

Mei Niang was very gentle and didnt ask where Sun Mo had been. Seeing that he wasnt hurt, she felt at ease. Do you want to eat something?

No need. Ill go take a bath!

Sun Mo went to the courtyard, got some water from the well, and then rinsed directly.

In the morning, when the sky had just lit up, Sun Mo and Mei Niang got on a horse carriage and headed out of the city.

The guards in charge of the citys defense were very lax. All of them were yawning and only asked Sun Mo a few questions such as why he was heading out so early. After hearing that he was heading to visit relatives, they let him pass.

Their main income came from the taxes they collected from the people entering the city. Therefore, they were very lax to people leaving, let alone that Sun Mo was a recommended-candidate.

After leaving the city, Sun Mo felt completely at ease.

He had chosen to make a move late at night, and it had only been four hours since then. By the time those people put out the fire and found the corpses, discerning that Pang Jili was amongst them, ascertaining if it was murder or an accident, as well as deciding on whether they should seal the city gates and apprehend the murderer, hed have fled long ago.

The government officials work efficiency in this era was extremely low.

It was great news!

Husband!

Watching the sun gradually rising, Mei Niang hugged onto a bag, looking unsettled.

Dont be scared. Im here!

Sun Mo consoled her but scolded this trashy game in his heart.

(Why cant you let me be by myself? The more Mei Niang loves me, the harder itll be for me to leave her alone. Ill be more restricted when I do things.)

Sun Mo planned to go to the woods and become an outlaw. His first choice was Mount Zhaos bandits who were located near Eight Hundred Miles Lake.

He had heard from others that these people were righteous bandits who robbed the rich and helped the poor.

However, Sun Mo didnt believe that. These days, how could people still be good when they had resorted to becoming bandits?

Take the bandits on Mount Liang for example. There were good people amongst them, but there were a lot of bad people too.

Seven days later, Sun Mo arrived at the borders of Mount Zhao.

There was a simple and rundown tavern at the foot of the mountain.

A few traveling merchants were drinking tea and having their meal, chatting leisurely amongst themselves.

Did you hear? Imperial Tutor Pangs grandson was killed and his corpse was burned.

A bad guy like that should have been dead long ago!

Heaven has finally done the right thing!

When the waiter heard these people talking amongst themselves, he couldnt help but ask, Which hero had done it?

Swallow Li San!

A merchant replied.

Right now, the Pang Clans attention wasnt on Sun Mo yet. It was mainly because Pang Jili had too many enemies, and Sun Mos wife hadnt been harmed yet. Moreover, Sun Mo was a recommended-candidate. He was a person of status, and it was impossible for him to kill someone nor would he be capable of the feat.

A hero!

The waiter praised.

Sun Mo couldnt help but throw this guy a glance and then at the bun in his hand. (Why does a waiter like you have such a strong pugilistic air? This isnt a shop that kills and robs their guests, is it?)

After the merchants left, it was already afternoon. Sun Mo was still drinking tea, and the chef as well as the waiter went up to the lady boss, pointing toward Sun Mo.

This young master, would you like more tea?

The lady boss came personally.