Chapter 38 The Bloodfang Gang's Invitation!
Chapter 38 The Bloodfang Gang's Invitation!
Mugucheng shantytown.
"Thirty thousand?" Shen Youliang looked troubled and pleaded with the impatient man in front of him, "That's too expensive. How could we possibly have that much money? Can you lower the price a bit?"
Upon hearing this, the man's expression changed, and he retorted:
"No money? What kind of certificate are you getting if you don't have money?"
Don't you know I've always kept this price?
What a waste of time!
After saying that, the man made a move to leave.
Seeing this, Shen Youliang quickly pulled him back and said carefully:
"Lower the price further, and I'll give you the house if it works out!"
"Hehe, how much are houses in shantytowns worth?"
People are now eager to leave this place.
Who would buy a house in a shantytown?
The man initially looked disdainful, but his expression changed, and he chuckled:
"The house itself isn't valuable, but other things are!"
I remember you have a daughter, right?
If you can't raise the money, you might as well give her to me as collateral.
I'll waive 5000 Alliance Coins for you!
What do you think?
Upon hearing this, Shen Youliang's expression turned somewhat unpleasant, and he immediately released the man.
Upon seeing this, the man snorted coldly.
Too lazy to say anything more, he walked straight past Shen Youliang.
"Ugh!"
After the man had walked away, Shen Youliang sighed softly.
He wasn't disappointed because they couldn't agree on a price.
Instead, they lamented that the shantytowns were like black holes, sucking people in tightly and slowly eroding their lives.
Once you try to escape from here, you'll be hindered by various factors, as if you've been deliberately blocked off...
"However, this person should be more reliable than the previous two..."
Recalling his conversation with the man, Shen Youliang made an assessment in his mind.
This was the third intermediary he had contacted for processing the relocation permit.
Although they charge the highest price, they don't include any unnecessary or irrelevant information.
Unlike the other two, who were glib and used roundabout, clichéd phrases.
Their eyes were so greedy, as if they wanted to devour someone alive...
As for why they didn't make a deal with that person...
One reason is that the other party's price is indeed high.
Although Shen Mo said that he would do whatever it takes to get the relocation permit.
But Shen Youliang felt that after obtaining the relocation permit, he would also need to obtain a residence permit for Xiaping, which would cost money again.
We need to truly implement these certificates.
Moving to Xiaping will require renting or buying a place, and the expenses won't be small...
Shen Youliang believed in saving money wherever possible...
On the other hand, it is out of caution.
Shen Youliang wanted to investigate further, just in case the money was spent without resolving the issue.
He pretended to be helpless in order to avoid being targeted.
Once people find out that his family has some money.
The people in the shantytown would swarm around his house like sharks smelling blood, tearing at it.
In that case, his family will inevitably end up bankrupt, ruined, and dead...
With a heavy heart, Shen Youliang walked home.
Before he even entered the door, Shen Youliang saw several men smoking outside.
He had a thuggish air about him; you could tell at a glance he wasn't a good person.
Shen Youliang's heart sank, but thinking of his wife and children still at home, he could only walk over cautiously.
"Dr. Shen is back!"
A bald man saw Shen Youliang, walked up to him, and even offered him a cigarette, grinning as he said:
"Brother Qiang is getting a haircut at your place!"
"Thank you~"
Forced a smile, Shen Youliang took the cigarette from the bald man and walked anxiously to his doorstep.
Before even entering the door, he saw his wife, Guo Fang, standing to the side, holding scissors and looking pale.
Meanwhile, Shi Qiang, a member of the Blood Fang Gang, wearing a barber's apron, was holding Shen Lang and smiling as he pointed at the books Shen Mo had bought, asking:
"How do you pronounce this character?"
Shen Lang stammered, "Uh...I...I remember...it should be the character '威' (wei)."
"The 'wei' in 'majestic'?"
"Yes, yes."
"Wow, impressive, kid!" Shi Qiang patted Shen Lang on the head. "You know more characters than I do!"
After saying that, Shi Qiang released Shen Lang and looked at Shen Youliang, saying:
"Where did Dr. Shen go?"
Shen Youliang forced a smile and said, "Just browsing around..."
"You have a good son!"
As Shi Qiang spoke, he sat back down in front of the barber's mirror and said:
"To know so many words at such a young age, to get a Witcher license as soon as one comes of age..."
I remember your second son was Brother Zhao's apprentice, right?
"Having become a Witcher, he didn't even think to throw a thank-you banquet to repay his master's kindness..."
Upon hearing this, Shen Youliang's smile became even more strained, and he quickly explained:
"The children are busy and haven't had time to come."
I'll definitely remind him when he gets back!
"Haha, look how scared you are."
Why are you so nervous!
Am I a bad person?
Shi Qiang laughed and gestured for Guo Fang to continue cutting hair.
Upon hearing this, Shen Youliang didn't know how to respond, and could only manage an awkward smile.
The room fell silent for a moment.
Shi Qiang stared at the mirror without saying a word.
Shen Youliang and Guo Fang, unaware of the other party's purpose, naturally dared not say anything more.
The four people remained silent, the only sound the snip of scissors, creating a somewhat heavy atmosphere in the small building.
Shi Qiang stood up after the haircut was finished.
He pulled off the apron, twisted his neck, admired his new hairstyle, and then turned a cold face to look at Shen Youliang.
Shen Youliang felt somewhat guilty about the relocation permit issue.
To avoid being discovered by the Bloodfang Gang, he only asked people outside the Bloodfang Gang's sphere of influence.
Being stared at by Shi Qiang made Shen Youliang feel extremely uncomfortable.
"Haha, look how nervous you are. I don't like eating people..."
Shi Qiang suddenly burst into laughter:
"If someone hadn't seen it, I wouldn't have known that your second son had become a Witcher."
When he returns, tell him that I invited him to join the Bloodfang Gang and the Bloodfang Demon Hunter Team.
We're all from the shantytown, so naturally we should stick together and help each other. Don't you think that makes sense?
Upon hearing this, Shen Youliang understood that Shi Qiang had come to recruit Shen Mo, and he felt relieved, nodding repeatedly in agreement.
Seeing this, Shi Qiang rubbed his neck and pondered for a moment before saying:
"If he joins the Bloodfang Gang, you'll be on our side."
Not only do they not have to serve in the factory, but they are also exempt from the monthly offerings.
If your kid is good, the guild leader might even give him a leadership position.
Opportunities shouldn't be missed; you must cherish them...
Okay, give me an answer within three days, understand?
"Understood! Understood!"
Shen Youliang nodded and bowed in agreement.
Shi Qiang, however, didn't care at all and left Shen Youliang's house directly.
Watching Shi Qiang and his group leave, Shen Youliang breathed a sigh of relief.
He turned around and looked at his wife, their faces filled with worry.
Although Shi Qiang came to win over Shen Mo.
But this is not a good thing for the Shen family.
Having lived in the shantytown for so many years, they have some understanding of the inner workings of the gangs.
If there is any hope for ordinary residents of the shantytowns to escape this place...
These gang members were essentially locked up in the shantytown...
In addition, gang members are not well-regarded by the sanctuary and clergy.
Forget about purification and blessings, just not getting attacked is a good thing...
Even the Demon Hunter Association restricts the registration and promotion of its members!
For example, Shi Qiang, who is said to have the strength of a Black Iron-level Witcher, is unable to obtain a Witcher's license and badge.
Within the entire Bloodfang Gang, only Zhao Hu possesses the Black Iron Witcher license and badge...
Shen Youliang knew Shen Mo's aversion to gangs.
Leaving aside Shen Mo, wasn't he the same...?
But hatred won't solve the problem.
Now that his family is being targeted by the Bloodfang Gang, they can't just brush it off.
If Shen Mo doesn't join the Bloodfang Gang.
Shen Youliang couldn't imagine what would happen in three days... nor did he dare to imagine it...
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