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He Hentian had a personal bodyguard named Tie Niu, whose name suited him well. He was stronger than an ox, standing at a towering height of three meters and seven feet with a fierce appearance. His hands could lift objects weighing up to fifty thousand kilograms, making him the most powerful man by He Hentian's side.

At the Tribulation Crossing Second Layer of cultivation, Tie Niu was incredibly powerful and had a volatile temper, heeding only the commands of He Hentian.

Tie Niu was fond of drinking, and whenever he drank, he would become uncontrollably wild. If anyone was unfortunate enough to offend him at such times, they would be promptly punched to death. Over the years, the number of people who had died at his hands was not less than eighty thousand if not a hundred thousand.

"My lord, what do you need me for?" Although Tie Niu was ferocious, he was very loyal to He Hentian.

"I have a task for you."

"What task?"

"Help me kill someone."

"Kill who?" As soon as he heard about killing, Tie Niu's eyes lit up. He stuck out his tongue and licked his dry lips. Throughout his life, he had two hobbies; one was drinking and the other was killing.

"The newly appointed city lord of Heavenly Water City, Gao Fei," He Hentian said slowly. "You move tonight. Be discreet, and don't let others find out." With Tribulation Crossing Stage Cultivation, Tie Niu should have no problem killing Gao Fei, who was at the Unity of Heaven and Man Cultivation Stage, and thus an entire realm weaker, right?

"Be discreet?" A puzzled look appeared on Tie Niu's face.

"Between Gao Fei and me, there is a wager. Until that wager is resolved, I can't deal with him openly," He Hentian patiently explained. "Originally, I thought of dealing with Gao Fei after a month, but this fellow has caused me too much trouble. I have no choice but to eliminate him. Due to the wager, I can only act covertly... Do you understand?"

Tie Niu nodded somewhat comprehendingly: "I understand."

"Go then, and be quick about it," He Hentian waved his hand. "When you come back, I'll treat you to drink, the best Daughter's Red."

"Okay!" Tie Niu turned around and strode away.

Sitting on his chair, He Hentian tapped his fingers on the table with no rhythm, muttering to himself, "Gao Fei, you have talent, but alas, you've come to the wrong place! Remember, in your next life, don't come causing me trouble again." After saying this, He Hentian added, "Some people are not meant to be trifled with."

…

Tens of thousands of miles away in the imperial city.

Dugu Jingtian sat within the great hall, holding a secret report that brought a slight smile to his lips: "This Gao Fei is quite capable, convincing He Hentian to dispatch troops to suppress bandits? Interesting! Maybe... just maybe Gao Fei can truly resolve the grudge in He Hentian's heart?"

Dugu Jingtian had originally transferred Gao Fei to Heavenly Water City as city lord just to try him out. Unexpectedly, Gao Fei had proven methodical and effective. Just after entering the city, he made a bet with He Hentian, then started to reorganize the city's security. In just half a month, he dealt with tens of thousands of influential figures, earning praise from the common people. Later, using reverse psychology, he provoked He Hentian, who impulsively agreed to dispatch troops to quell bandits...

"Excellent! Truly excellent!" Dugu Jingtian nodded in approval. "Gao Fei is a talent worth cultivating."

Another secret report laid on the table, brought from Chaotic Wind City by undercover agents.

Compared to Gao Fei, Dongfang Jian's actions in recent days seemed unremarkable. Since he became the city lord of Chaotic Wind City, the city's security had sharply declined. Dongfang Jian's intentions were unclear; he busied himself befriending the influential, while deliberately oppressing the common folk, causing widespread resentment.

Dongfang Jian's actions were the exact opposite of Gao Fei's.

Dongfang Jian valued the powerful and suppressed the people, while Gao Fei valued the people and suppressed the powerful.

Chaotic Wind City and Heavenly Water City were both first-class metropolises. Under Bai Daqing's governance, Chaotic Wind City exhibited a flourishing scene. Meanwhile, under He Hentian's mismanagement, Heavenly Water City appeared very rundown. As per Dugu Jingtian's deliberate arrangements, Dongfang Jian went to rule over Chaotic Wind City while Gao Fei took charge of Heavenly Water City. Half a month later, the disparity between the two was clear: security in Chaotic Wind City plummeted, while in Heavenly Water City, it soared.

"Sigh!" Dugu Jingtian let out a soft sigh. "As a tactician, Dongfang Jian might be adept, but in governing a city, he falls short. Compared to him, Gao Fei is better. What a pity, what a pity. If only Xiu'er could marry Gao Fei..." At this thought, Dugu Jingtian shook his head. "What use is it to think of this now? It's already done, beyond change! No matter what, Dongfang Jian is still my son-in-law, and for Xiu'er's sake, I should treat him well. As for Gao Fei... let him be a chess piece to check Dongfang Jian."

What emperors excel at is the art of balance; master those two words, and you control the court, with success in every endeavor.

Dugu Jingtian worried that after he left for the Minor Heavenly Realm, Dongfang Jian might harm Dugu Xiu, so Dugu Jingtian greatly promoted Gao Fei, tasking him to suppress Dongfang Jian. The enmity between Gao Fei and Dongfang Jian ran deep, and reconciliation was impossible. As long as Gao Fei was alive, Dongfang Jian would act with restraint, not daring to be too brazen.

For his daughter's happiness, Dugu Jingtian truly went to great lengths.

"Gao Fei, I hope you can give me a pleasant surprise, and before I leave for the Minor Heavenly Realm, I wish to hear He Hentian call me 'Grandpa,'" Dugu Jingtian said softly.

...

Late at night.

Gao Fei sat cross-legged on the bed, cultivating. His eyes were tightly closed, his hands extended flat on his knees, with a faint halo appearing and disappearing on the surface of his body.

"Pfft!"

The tightly shut door was suddenly smashed open, and a tall man stepped inside.

"Who!?" Gao Fei's eyes snapped open as he glared at the tall man: "Who are you? How dare you barge into the City Lord's Mansion!"

"The one who's here to take your life." The tall man was Tie Niu, dispatched to kill Gao Fei: "Die!" Tie Niu charged at him, raising his massive fist to smash at Gao Fei.

"Swoosh!"

Gao Fei soared into the air, crashing through the roof and flying out.

"Where do you think you're going!" Tie Niu leaped up high, breaking through the roof to give chase, "Buzz!" A huge hammer smashed towards him, overwhelming and awe-inspiring, "Get out of my way!" Tie Niu roared, swinging his arm to knock the hammer away.

"Bang!"

"Buzz!!!"

The hammer was actually sent flying.

Tie Niu's greatest strength was his immense physical power, an apt description was boundless force. Moreover, Tie Niu had focused on body refinement since he was a child. After centuries of training, his body had become extremely tough, so much so that even treasures found it difficult to harm him.

"Swish swish swish!"

After rotating in the air for a few turns, the hammer was retrieved by Gao Fei.

"What's going on?"

"That's a huge commotion!"

Chen San and Liu Qing ran over from a distance, both looking very anxious.

"Don't come over!" Gao Fei shouted loudly, "Get back!"

"Huh?" Chen San and Liu Qing were stunned.

"The enemy is very strong; you'll only get yourselves killed rushing over! Leave now! Get out of here!" Gao Fei yelled, "Go! Leave quickly! If you remain here, you'll just be a burden to me! If you go, I'll be able to fight the enemy without holding back!"

"Go!" Chen San stamped his feet, gritted his teeth, and quickly dragged Liu Qing away. Their power was too weak; not only could they not help Gao Fei, but they would also become a liability. It was better to leave right away.