After the two left, Su Hao immediately called for Liu Bin.
"How many people signed up for our constabulary this afternoon?" Su Hao wanted to know the number of applicants.
"Reporting to the Chief, we already have 20 martial artists who have signed up. Within 3 days, we should be able to fully replenish our personnel," Liu Bin promptly replied.
"So fast? Tomorrow, send me the information on these people. I'll review it and see who can join the constabulary first," Su Hao said after thinking for a moment.
He planned to boost the constabulary's manpower first, as such a large constabulary with only a dozen people seemed a bit understaffed.
"Chief, I'll go back and organize it right away. By the way, Chief, your method is working extremely well. Not only are our constables introducing people, but even the martial artists we've introduced are bringing their friends to sign up at the constabulary," Liu Bin said excitedly.
Although Qingyuan County wasn't large, there were quite a few martial artists, and the constabulary held a high position in the Western Liang Empire.
"Have someone else handle your current tasks. I need you to go to Yingchun Tower and book a private room. I'm hosting the leaders of Qingyuan County's three major gangs tonight," Su Hao instructed.
"Yes, Chief. I'll take care of it right away!" Liu Bin bowed and left the room.
After Liu Bin left, Su Hao sat back down on the long chair and began to check the rewards from his previously completed tasks.
"200 check-in points, 5 Bronze Draw Cards."
"Let's see if I can draw something good!"
Su Hao looked at the 5 Bronze Draw Cards in his inventory, his hand itching to use them. The previous two Bronze Draw Cards had come up empty, which left him unsatisfied.
He wanted to test his luck again.
[Consuming five Bronze Draw Cards, drawing in progress]
Su Hao did a five-draw at once.
[Host has drawn a 1000-tael silver note, stored in inventory, please check.]
[Thank you for your patronage! Thank you for your patronage!]
[Host has drawn one bottle of Corpse Dissolving Water, stored in inventory, please check.]
[Host has drawn one Three Corpse Brain Spirit Gu, stored in inventory, please check.]
"Hmm!"
Su Hao's face lit up with joy as he saw the draw results reported by the system. He immediately checked his inventory.
[Corpse Dissolving Water]: A liquid that can dissolve corpses. Just one drop can turn a body into a puddle of yellow water, leaving no trace behind. Essential for murder and robbery.
This was similar to what Su Hao had in mind, nothing too special. Su Hao focused on the Three Corpse Brain Spirit Gu he had drawn.
[Three Corpse Brain Spirit Gu]: A type of Gu from martial arts novels. It feeds on decaying corpses, poisonous insects, and toxic substances, and can produce Three Corpse Gu.
The Three Corpse Gu can be implanted in an enemy's body, entering their brain. When activated by the host, it can instantly devour the enemy's brain, causing them to die in excruciating pain.
"Wow!"
Seeing this description, Su Hao couldn't help but exclaim.
Recently, the items he had obtained seemed to be anything but righteous: Blood-Devouring Vine, Death Worm, Corpse Dissolving Water, and now this Three Corpse Brain Spirit Gu.
These were clearly items of evil and demonic nature.
"Is the system trying to guide me towards an evil path?" Su Hao couldn't help but wonder.
"I hope next time I can draw some powerful martial arts manuals or pills that enhance strength. Of course, if more unusual treasures or objects appear, I'll accept those too. The more, the merrier."
Su Hao began to fantasize.
As night fell Su Hao left the office and had Su Neng, who had returned from house-hunting, prepare a carriage to head to Yingchun Tower.
At this time In front of Yingchun Tower, bright red lanterns were hung, illuminating the entire building as if it were daylight.
Su Hao lifted the carriage curtain.
At the entrance, besides Liu Bin, there was also Wu Kui, the manager of Yingchun Tower.
"Chief Su's visit to our restaurant truly brings honor to our humble establishment. I am Wu Kui, the manager of Yingchun Tower!"
Wu Kui immediately came forward and helped Su Hao step down from the carriage.
His attitude was very humble.
"Manager Wu, you're too kind. I'm here at Yingchun Tower today to receive some guests. If there are any losses later, you can directly claim reimbursement from the constabulary," Su Hao said with a smile.
"Chief Su, you jest. Even if you were to tear down my entire restaurant, it wouldn't be an issue!" Wu Kui immediately declared.
Wu Kui, the manager of Yingchun Tower, was a businessman. He had been to Fu City and knew who Su Hao was.
If Su Hao, the Third Young Master of the Su family, were to tear down his restaurant, he would actually be delighted.
Because then, he might be able to expand his business to Fu City.
With just a word from the Su family, his business would surely flourish. So he secretly hoped Su Hao would tear down this Yingchun Tower.
"Manager Wu, I like your style. I, Su Hao, appreciate people like you. We should get better acquainted sometime," Su Hao said, patting Wu Kui's shoulder with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Manager Wu's face immediately lit up with joy. He had made a good impression on the Third Young Master Su, which was an excellent start.
"Please, Chief Su. I've arranged the best private room for you!"
Manager Wu's oily face was full of smiles as he led Su Hao into Yingchun Tower.
Wu Kui escorted Su Hao all the way to the largest private room in Yingchun Tower.
"Third Young Master, if you need anything, please let me know immediately. I'll arrange it!"
After showing Su Hao into the room, Wu Kui prepared to leave.
"First, bring up the wine and dishes. If there's anything else, I'll have someone notify you," Su Hao said as he took the main seat, waiting for the leaders of the three major gangs.
Su Neng and Liu Bin stood behind him.
At the hour of the Dog (7-9 PM) Su Yuan pushed open the door from outside the private room.
Behind him were three people: Sun Hu from the Sea Sand Gang, Liu Yang from the Road Gang, and Zhou Yuan from the Fist Dao Hall.
"Greetings, Chief Su!"
The three bowed slightly to Su Hao as they entered, then directly found seats and sat down.
Their expressions were a bit cold, showing respect to Su Hao only in words.
These three had long been under the County Magistrate's control, so they didn't feel the need to show much respect to Su Hao. Moreover, they were planning to cause trouble and embarrass Su Hao, so they didn't bother with superficial courtesies.
Of course, Su Hao's identity as the Third Young Master of the Su family still made them somewhat wary.
However, they knew the terrifying power of the County Magistrate and Advisor Fang, so they didn't believe Su Hao could oppose them just based on his Su family background.
They came today just to go through the motions, not even bothering to put on a show.
They were here just to have a meal, and after eating, they would carry out their plans.
Su Hao's face darkened slightly as he watched the three sit down directly, but then a faint smile appeared in his eyes.
The atmosphere in the private room instantly became tense.
Sun Hu, the leader of the Sea Sand Gang, was the first to break the silence.
"May I ask, Chief Su, why have you called us here today?"
"To be frank, Chief Su, I still have some matters to attend to in my gang. After enjoying your banquet, I need to rush back to handle those issues, so I don't have much time. Chief Su, please get to the point."
Sun Hu said with a brief bow.
Su Hao looked at Sun Hu, who was dressed in all black, his face full of cunning. His muscles were bulging, indicating he had trained well in hard skills. His strength seemed to be around the 7th level of the Human Realm.
"Yes, Chief. If you have any business, just tell us directly. If we can help, we'll definitely do our best!"
The other two quickly chimed in.
"Then let's cut to the chase. I heard that Wu Xun and the others approached you three, wanting you to do some things to trouble our constabulary. I wonder what your thoughts are on this?" Su Hao said directly, without any pretense.
"Chief Su, aren't Wu Xun and the others captains of the constabulary? How could they ask us to trouble the constabulary? You must be mistaken. There's no such thing," Zhou Yuan of the Fist Dao Hall said with a look of innocence.
"It seems you three are pretending not to know. Well, let me tell you, Wu Xun and the others are no longer captains of Qingyuan County. They've been expelled from the constabulary."
"But that's all beside the point. I called you here today to make you state your position. Drink the wine in front of you, and you'll be my friends. Otherwise, you're my enemies."
Su Hao looked at them coldly as he spoke.
He didn't have the patience to beat around the bush with them. If they didn't comply, he was prepared to deal with them on the spot. He had that capability.