American Comics: BOSS Invasion

"Oh, my old back!"

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest feigned pain, patting his lower back with his hand and deliberately twisting a few times. He said, "You're not bad, kid, but you're still far from my level. If I were in my prime, taking care of you would be a piece of cake! But reaching this level at your age is quite impressive!"

Alright, alright, the sparring is over. Let's go our separate ways and never meet again!"

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest was now getting a headache because of Qi Shan. Usually, he feared nothing more than stubborn hotheads. What trouble could there be? A yellow talisman, a small altar, and everything would be resolved.

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest clicked his tongue in annoyance: "Why are you fixated on me? The world is so big, full of gods, ghosts, demons, and foxes. If you like fighting, go deep into the mountains and forests, stay in dilapidated temples when you find them, and take a stroll around lonely graves. I guarantee you'll have endless fights."

"Traveling and learning, right? Traveling comes first, learning comes later, naturally learning wherever I travel. Since I've encountered Taoist Priest, it means we have a connection. Please, Taoist Priest, grant my wish!"

Qi Shan said with a smile. Seeing Four-Eyed Taoist Priest furrowing his brows and about to get angry, he took out a small box from his pocket without panic.

"Of course, Taoist Priest is busy with business and time is precious. My unreasonable requests will definitely take up a lot of your time. To make up for it slightly, please accept this!"

As he spoke, Qi Shan opened the small box.

Golden light flashed, and inside was a neat row of gold bars, a full ten of them!

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest was stunned for a moment. Before he could make a decision, his hand had already snatched the small box.

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest had been practicing Taoism for many years and had been taking on various businesses. He had indeed saved up some wealth over the years. He had seen many generous wealthy people, but he had never seen anyone who would offer ten gold bars just for a fight.

Good heavens, taking out a box of gold bars so easily, that's a full hundred taels of gold! Could this kid be the son of some wealthy family?

Seeing the gold bars, Four-Eyed Taoist Priest gradually came back to his senses.

He hesitated for less than a second, quickly closed the box, and put it in his arms. A smile immediately appeared on his face.

"What's your name again? Qi Shan, right? Young Master Qi is really promising.

To travel alone at such a young age, you truly deserve to be the descendant of a wealthy family, with a rich family background. What were you saying earlier, you wanted to spar, right? No problem, after I go back and rest a bit, I'll prepare everything immediately and guarantee Young Master Qi's satisfaction!"

He who eats another's food sings his praises; he who takes another's gift curtails his hand. Having just accepted the gold, Four-Eyed Taoist Priest couldn't keep his arrogant face on and immediately squeezed out a smile.

One could tell that this old boy was still a little unwilling, but it didn't prevent him from accepting his proposal.

What was Four-Eyed Taoist Priest thinking? Qi Shan didn't care, as long as he could achieve his goal. Anyway, things like gold were just consumables for him and had no meaning at all. If something could be done with money, it wasn't a problem.

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest warmly invited him, and Qi Shan naturally wouldn't refuse.

The two rested briefly and set off again.

They crossed a large mountain and gradually entered a valley. It wasn't exactly picturesque, but it was sparsely populated. A small path followed the winding mountain stream, passed through the open space in front of the valley, and stretched straight into the distance.

This wasn't an official road, but there was a small path that people often walked on, usually hunters and woodcutters.

Occasionally, one would encounter small vendors carrying loads of goods to sell. Among the people scurrying around, there would definitely be this type.

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest had settled his home here after careful consideration. First of all, this valley was rich in resources. Even if they didn't grow grains, they could still eat their fill by relying on the prey in the mountains.

It wasn't too far from the market. They only needed to cross a large mountain and walk for half a day to reach a prosperous town, where almost everything was available.

They didn't even need to go there specifically. They just needed to stop briefly on their way to do business each time, replenish their food, and then have the zombies help them transport it back.

Therefore, this place, which was remote, sparsely populated, but not isolated from the world, became the first choice for Four-Eyed Taoist Priest and the monk.

Just as the sky was beginning to brighten, the two men brought a large group of zombies and finally returned to the courtyard.

"Finally here!"

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest stretched a big yawn, took the equipment and packages off the zombies' necks, and threw them aside.

He called Jia Le's name a few times, but there was no response inside. Four-Eyed Taoist Priest's eyes suddenly widened. He tiptoed to the door and looked inside through the crack, just in time to see his disciple snoring.

"Oh, I asked you to watch the house, and you're dreaming of the Duke of Zhou? See how I deal with you!"

Four-Eyed Taoist Priest gnashed his teeth in anger. He turned to Qi Shan and said, "Young Master Qi, please wait a moment. I'll teach this good-for-nothing disciple a lesson!"

He looked around and found a pile of bamboo sticks in the corner, which he immediately picked up. He held a yellow talisman in his hand, and with a gentle shake, the talisman ignited without fire. The surrounding zombies seemed to receive an order and simultaneously raised both hands.

Qi Shan's lips curled slightly, thinking, 'This is going to be a good show!'