Human Martial Saint: Starting with Bajiquan

Chapter 91 Recommendation

Ten days later.

The main hall of the Yan residence.

The atmosphere was more somber than last time.

The patriarch, Yan Lie, was still sitting back in his armchair with his eyes closed. The weariness on his face was even more pronounced, and the dark circles under his eyes had almost spread to his cheekbones.

Needless to say, the sleeping sickness worsened.

Second Master Yan Gang's right leg injury has finally improved somewhat, and he can now walk slowly without crutches, but his face is still gloomy.

Third Master Yan Yong sat opposite him, no longer holding his cane, but also lacking the strength to mock him.

"This is the third time... Zhan'er went there again, but the gatekeeper said the same thing: Constable Yin is not in Crescent Moon County and his return date is uncertain."

Yan Lie announced this unfortunate news.

Hearing this, Yan Gang couldn't suppress his agitation: "What do you mean, the eldest daughter of the Yin family of Shazhou? How could she not be here? She clearly doesn't want to get involved in our troubles... Outsiders are ultimately unreliable!"

Yan Yong opened his mouth, but in the end he did not refute it, and finally let out a long sigh.

Perhaps my second brother was wrong many times before, but this time... he's probably right.

Faced with this fact, Yan Zhan went to Xiao Yin's house three times in a row to deliver invitations and request an audience.

They were all turned away.

Even the reasons are the same.

Once is a coincidence, twice is an accident, three times... no wonder my second brother said that.

Steward Yan stood respectfully to the side, his usually serene face now filled with apology.

After all, it was his idea.

Yan Lie spoke in a weak voice:

"It's no wonder they're in this situation... Anyone with eyes can see it's a trap."

Second Master Yan Gang was somewhat agitated:

"But we can't just sit here and wait to die! Brother, the caravan has been stopped for ten days! We can't deliver those stone orders, and the penalties for breach of contract are huge. If this continues, our Yan family will really have to sell our shops!"

Yan Yong smiled wryly:

"Send a caravan? Second Brother's leg isn't fully healed yet, is it?"

As soon as they opened their mouths, they started bickering again.

The patriarch, Yan Lie, no longer wanted to care about the two of them.

He turned his head, opened his eyes, and asked the butler:

"Uncle Shou, how much cash is left in the treasury?"

"Master, we have 6,300 taels left. If there's no income this month, next month's expenses will be a problem. Besides, they're already pressing us for the deposit on the precious medicine the clan members need next month..."

Yan Lie closed his eyes again.

The second and third brothers, still arguing, still had very little cash left.

I'm really at my wit's end... Do I really have to trouble Lord Zhang Tianxing?

Or will they become completely dependent on a powerful family in Shazhou City?

Just as he was wondering whether he should go back to his room to rest, a servant rushed in from outside, his face filled with surprise and uncertainty. He bowed at the door and said:

"Reporting to Master, Second Master, Third Master, a woman has arrived outside. She claims to be Yin Ruyu and requests an audience with you."

"What?!"

The four people in the hall were all taken aback.

Even Uncle Shou, who is usually calm and collected, was stunned and couldn't believe it.

Yan Lie sat up straight and held onto the armrests of the chair:

"Who are you talking about?"

"She...she called herself Yin Ruyu, Head Constable Yin, and she came alone, right outside the mansion gate."

Butler Yan reacted the fastest, immediately saying, "Please come in quickly! No, I'll go greet you myself!"

Not long after.

Yin Ruyu was accompanied by Steward Yan.

Step into the lobby.

She was now dressed in a round-necked blue silk robe, with a sword at her waist. Her complexion was much better than when she was seriously injured, though it was still slightly pale and rosy.

Second Master and Third Master stood up to greet them.

With the help of the butler, Yan Lie also stood up.

He cupped his hands in a respectful greeting: "Officer Yin, I apologize for not greeting you sooner; please forgive me!"

"You're too kind, Patriarch Yan!"

Yin Ruyu returned the greeting calmly.

"My chieftain returned to his home in Shazhou a few days ago to recuperate from his injuries and only returned today. I heard that your son had visited several times, so I assumed it was for something important and came uninvited."

Returning to Shazhou to recuperate?

The others could easily tell that Yin Ruyu's face showed signs of injury.

Now that I'm hearing her say it with my own ears, I'm even more certain.

So all three of them looked at Yan Gang.

Yan Gang turned his head away somewhat embarrassed.

He tried to hide the embarrassment and shame on his face.

Yan Lie waved and said:

"Officer Yin, you flatter me. Please take a seat... Someone, bring some tea!"

The crowd gestured for Constable Yin to sit down, and then everyone took their seats again. After the maids served hot tea, they quietly withdrew.

Yan Lie didn't hold back. He carefully chose his words and recounted the predicament of the Yan family's caravan being attacked repeatedly and suffering heavy losses, as well as the speculation that the strange events might be related to the Kang family or even the county magistrate.

His tone was heavy; he neither concealed nor exaggerated, but simply stated the facts.

Finally, he turned his head, made a gesture to Butler Yan, and nodded slightly.

Butler Yan understood and went out the door.

Soon after, they brought back a mahogany tray with twenty silver notes neatly laid out on it, each worth one hundred taels.

A total of two thousand taels.

"Officer Yin, my Yan family's caravan has been repeatedly robbed, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries, and huge losses of goods, which has endangered the survival of our family. I know this matter is difficult and I shouldn't be putting you in a difficult position, but... the Yan family has more than a thousand members, and we really have no other way out."

He stood up, bowed respectfully to Yin Ruyu:

"These two thousand taels of silver are the last gift my Yan family can offer as thanks. It is a meager amount and not worth mentioning. We only ask that you, Constable, lend a helping hand and show my family a way out. Whether it succeeds or not, my family will remember your kindness."

Yan Gang and Yan Yong also stood up at the same time.

He bowed deeply in respect.

Yin Ruyu stood up and returned the greeting.

She frowned slightly, pretending to be deep in thought.

They didn't go to take the tray.

He didn't say anything.

The Yan family head standing before her, adopting an extremely humble posture, looked all too familiar to her. That expression was exactly the same one she had seen a few days ago when she knew the children were in danger.

Is it a situation where you are powerless to do anything and have no one to consult with?

Since that's the case, why not...

Time passed slowly, and every breath seemed exceptionally long.

The Yan family members exchanged glances.

My heart sank little by little.

Judging from Constable Yin's expression, things are probably going to get serious.

Just as Yan Lie was about to give up hope, Yin Ruyu finally raised her eyes, her gaze sweeping over the three anxious-looking people before her, and slowly spoke:

"To be honest, this matter is indeed difficult. Although I am responsible for my duties, I do not have many capable men under my command, and there are many obstacles within the county government. If we are to confront the Kang family or even the rebel army head-on, it is not something I can do alone."

The light in Yan Lie's eyes dimmed.

As expected... we still need to find another way.

"but……"

Yin Ruyu changed the subject:

"This constable has thought of someone. This person may not be able to directly quell the rebellion for the Yan family, but he is quick-witted and often does unexpected things. Perhaps... he can come up with some solutions to alleviate the Yan family's current predicament."

"Oh? I wonder who Constable Yin is referring to? If he were in my Crescent Moon County, the Yan family would spare no expense to invite him!"

The other three also perked up their ears.

They were also curious. Crescent Moon County was known for producing martial artists, so when would it produce such a strategist? Could it be a young master from the neighboring Yin family who was studying?

Yin Ruyu's lips curved slightly into a smile:

"This person is within the Yan family compound; his name is Liu Sheng!"

"Liu Sheng?!"