Chapter 70: With Emotion and Righteousness

  What is this thing?

  In the previous APP game "Book Immortal System", Wu Ming had never seen such an item, now naturally some curiosity, so immediately check the properties of this item.

  "【Book Spirit Stone】: A special item that can be used to upgrade various tools in the Book Spirit system. After collecting 108 pieces, it can also open up a brand new world where different book worlds can be merged together."

  "Note: Upgrades must be for upgradable items, and fusion can only fuse books of the same type in the world."

  Upon seeing the effect of 【Book Spirit Essence Stone】, Wu Ming was overjoyed, discovering that this thing had such a wonderful use, not only could it be used to upgrade the Book Spirit artifacts obtained from leveling up, but also merge with the world within the book.

  Of course, Wu Ming also saw the remark's restriction conditions and knew that he must use upgradeable equipment to use the [Book Immortal Spirit Stone] to upgrade. And fusion had even higher requirements, not only did it require 108 pieces of [Book Immortal Spirit Stone], but it could only fuse books of the same type. For example, fusing "The Legend of the Condor Hero" and "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" was possible, but if he wanted to fuse "The Legend of the Condor Hero" and "Fighting Through the Sky", it would be impossible.

  Wu Ming thought about it and felt that it was very reasonable. If the world of martial arts novels merged with the world of immortal or fantasy novels, wouldn't the characters in the former be bullied to death by those in the latter?

  In his past life, apart from reading books, Wu Ming's greatest hobby was playing games.

  Now that this so-called "Book Spirit Stone" has appeared, Wu Ming feels even more that the world in this book is just another kind of virtual game, it's just a bit more realistic than usual.

  Moreover, in this book, there is only one player in the world, and all the others are NPCs brought by the book's world, allowing him to experience a different gaming concept.

  Just like now, he can shuttle in the world of Tianlong, become friends with Qiao Feng and Duan Yu, and still rely on his own ability and efforts to influence this book's world, making changes, which is undoubtedly a great pleasure.

  The games I played before are nothing compared to this book's world.

  In the midst of excitement, Wu Ming only heard Bai Shiming say: "Master, this kind of rebellious and ruthless villain who kills his fellow disciples and harms women and children is guilty of death. Leaving him alive will only bring more disaster. If I made a mistake in my actions just now, I am willing to accept the master's punishment."

  Qiao Feng shook his head and sighed, "Bai Zhifu, although the Full Helmsman has many shortcomings, you still acted too hastily, which is inevitable to cause criticism. You must be more careful in the future."

  In fact, under Wu Ming's transmission, Qiao Feng had already doubted Bai Shiming in his heart. Coupled with Quan Guanqing's previous words and the capture of Bai Shiming who killed Quan Guanqing just now, he couldn't help but suspect that Bai Shiming was likely to be the murderer who killed Ma Dayuan.

  Of course, Qiao Feng has been the leader of the gang for many years and has long learned to be patient and knows that the evidence is not yet conclusive. Moreover, this time the rebellion against Bai Shiming, the law enforcement elder, is a major event, so he did not rush to take action. However, the shock in his heart was unimaginable, completely overturning his previous impression of Bai Shiming.

  Bai Shiming knew that his previous move had aroused suspicion, but he couldn't help it. It was impossible to let Quan Qing reveal his secrets, which would also arouse suspicion. He might as well kill him and leave no evidence behind.

  Then Bai Shiming said, "The master's teachings are that I was indeed too hasty just now. The main reason is that Quan Qingtao was so despicable and actually slandered me like this, making me angry and irrational, which led to my doing such an unreasonable thing."

  Wu Ming, although he didn't remember many details, knew that Madam Ma Kangmin, this despicable person, had informed Xu Changlao, the most respected figure in the Beggar Clan at present, as a precaution. It seemed from his memory that they would arrive soon. Wu Ming thought it was better to wait until Xu Changlao and Madam Ma arrived before exposing them face-to-face.

  Wu Ming smiled faintly and said, "Big brother, I think Bai Zhi Fa's move is also understandable. After all, who would want others to splash dirty water on themselves? This Quan Qing is the most shameless of them all, and it's not unjust that he died."

  While speaking, Wu Ming informed Qiao Feng through the secret art of transmission to not act rashly for now. Qiao Feng naturally understood and so both of them no longer held it against Bai Shiming for his earlier furious "execution" of Quan Qing.

  The four elders were tied up, and although they saw a glimmer of hope, they also understood that if they spoke out of turn now, they might not be able to speak again later. At the same time, they thought that Quan Qing was actually having an affair with Madam Ma, and he wasn't worth saving anyway.

  Only Chuan Gong Lao's eyebrows furrowed, feeling that this matter wasn't so simple. Bai Zhi Fa was always steady and calm, but this time he seemed too hasty. There must be some hidden scheme behind this.

  However, Chuan Gong Lao Lao was also a cunning person and knew that it was not the right time to speak out, otherwise he would offend Bai Shi Jing.

  After Quan Qing was killed, Wu Ming and others quickly returned to Xinglin.

  Everyone looked up and waited with bated breath, all wanting to hear what explosive material Wu Ming was going to reveal.

  At this time, only Bai Shiming loudly announced: "After Wu Gongzi's evidence, Quan Qing not only committed treason but also killed Ma Shuai's deputy leader. Under the witness of the leader and five elders, this person has been executed by me."

  "Ah...... Deputy Master Ma was actually killed by the Full Helmsman, he deserved to die, White Executioner did a good job."

  "This kind of rebellious and disorderly thing, worse than pigs and dogs, should die early and be reborn early."

  ……

  Everyone in Quan Qing's faction looked dispirited, hanging their heads in silence, while the rest of the gang members criticized Quan Qing and praised Bai for doing a good job.

  Bai Shiming heard everyone say this, and couldn't help but let out a long sigh. Previously, he had killed Ma Dayuan together with Mrs. Ma, and his heart had always been worried that one day the matter would be exposed, so he intentionally shifted the blame to Murong Fu.

  But Murong Fu was not an ordinary person, and Qiao Feng had already suspected that he was the murderer. Now, throwing dirty water on Quan Guanjing's dead body without evidence was undoubtedly the best way to do it.

  As for whether the four elders had any suspicions, Bai Shiming didn't put it in his heart because they had committed the first rule of the gang, and what awaited them next was death row. He thought the sooner the better, lest the night be long and the dreams many.

  Then he announced the full crown clear grant after, Bai Shiming immediately again said in a low voice: "Disciples of law enforcement, please take out the token knife."

  Wu Ming sneered inwardly, knowing that Bai Shiming was going to take action against the four elders who participated in the rebellion. His haste showed that he was actually worried.

  "Yes!" As soon as Bai Shijian's nine law enforcement disciples responded in unison, each of them immediately took out a package from the cloth bag behind their backs.

  After nine people opened their packages one after another, Wu Ming discovered that they took out nine short knives emitting a cold blue glow.

  A law enforcement disciple took a piece of wood and nine people inserted their short knives into it together.

  Although it was just a light insertion, all nine knives instantly sank in, leaving only the handles on the outside, showing how sharp these nine law enforcement short knives were.

  After they finished, the nine law enforcement disciples said in unison: "The law knives are gathered together, and it is clear that there is no mistake."

  "Bai Shiming deliberately sighed and said: 'The four elders, Song Xuan, Chen Wu, mistakenly believed in rumors and plotted a rebellion, endangering the great cause of our organization. They should be put to death by one stroke of the knife. The master of the Dazhi branch, Quan Guanqing, fabricated rumors, misled the masses, incited internal strife, and killed fellow disciples. He should be put to death by nine strokes of the knife. Considering he has already surrendered, our law enforcement disciples only need to add nine more knives to his corpse later. As for the branch disciples who participated in the rebellion, each will bear their own guilt, and we will investigate and punish them separately later.'"

  Bai Shiming announced everyone's guilt, and everyone was silent, with no one raising an objection.

  Wu Ming knew that at this time, the Jianghu gangs valued loyalty and righteousness above all else. Anyone who committed treason would naturally be put to death, and no one would raise any objections. It was likely that those who participated in the rebellion also understood the consequences of failure.

  At this time, Wu Changfeng suddenly stepped forward with large strides, bowed his head and said to Qiao Feng: "Master, I, Wu Changfeng, have committed a grave mistake, I am sorry for my wrongdoings. Now that I am about to die, I hope you can forgive me after my death."

  Saying that, he walked up to the Law Enforcement Disciple and said loudly: "Wu Changfeng wants to settle this himself, quickly untie me!"

  The law enforcement disciple saw White World Mirror and nodded slightly, immediately responding with a "Yes."

  Just as he was about to go forward and untie Wu Changfeng, Qiao Feng shouted: "Wait."

  Wu Changfeng's face turned pale and he stammered: "Master, is it that my sins are too great and you won't let me end my own life?"

  The Beggar Clan's rules state that if someone has committed a capital offense and takes their own life, they can preserve their reputation, and the clan will not spread their misdeeds outside.

  People in the martial arts world have always attached great importance to their reputation, and they do not want to be ridiculed after death. Wu Changfeng thought that Qiao Feng would not allow him to commit suicide, so he was flustered and anxious.

  Qiao Feng did not answer at first, his face was solemn, and he walked slowly to the front of the law enforcement knife. Only then did he say: "Fifteen years ago, the Khitan country invaded Yanmen Pass. Song Zhanglao learned about the news, went without food for three days, didn't sleep for four nights, rushed back overnight, reported the urgent military situation, and killed nine good horses along the way. He was also exhausted and suffered internal injuries, spitting out blood. Finally, our Great Song Dynasty's army was prepared, and the Khitan cavalry retreated without success. This is a great achievement for the country, although the heroes in the Jianghu may not know the details, but we Beggar Gang do. Law Enforcement Zhanglao, Song Zhanglao has made great contributions, I hope you will understand and allow him to redeem his crimes with his merits."

  Wu Ming understood by this point that Qiao Feng was going to plead on behalf of the four elders, but given Bai Shiying's temperament, he would definitely not agree.

  Wu Ming's mind involuntarily recalled the scene where Qiao Feng stabbed himself four times with his own blood to clear the names of the four elders. This scene was deeply etched in memory because it was extremely touching, and many Baidu Tieba users at that time regarded this scene as the best evidence of Qiao Feng's loyalty and righteousness towards his brothers.