"The Five Elements Pill is indeed not easily obtained."
Before coming, Li Zhihe had subtly mentioned that Tao Xingzheng's proposal for a meeting might have a test in mind.
Su Mu's eyes held a deep abyss; he naturally understood that without Tao Xingzheng's indication, how could those around him dare to act on their own accord. This County Magistrate Tao wanted to test him or perhaps give him a warning.
"Two Sixth-Grade Martial Artists as guards... As expected of a prestigious family from Qingzhou."
Su Mu thought to himself, feeling a chill amidst his admiration, as he realized they had such strong protectors yet turned a blind eye to the Black Mountain Rebel Army, allowing them to grow unchecked.
Since County Magistrate Tao arrived in Qingyun, he had adopted a hands-off approach, as if nothing concerned him. Otherwise, how could the Black Mountain Rebel Army have gained such momentum so easily?
