Upon learning that Yang Fei intended to abolish the drug transit hub in Shan Province,

Three Swords and the others nearly popped their eyeballs out in shock.

The Golden-Faced Buddha Group's internal revenue mostly came from the drug trade.

By abolishing the drug trade, the group's internal income would be reduced by at least half.

Over ten billion a year, crisp white silver, just tossed aside by Yang Fei.

For most gangsters, this was entirely unimaginable.

However, people like Three Swords had seen Yang Fei's methods.

This new King of Shan Province, this Great Owl.

Even on the pirate ship, where several tons of drugs were easily accessible, he didn't hesitate to set fire and destroy them all.

Why would he care about money then?

Even if everyone couldn't understand, Three Swords, Qiu Yi Dao, and Yan Wuxin, including the Five Ghost King, still supported Yang Fei's approach.

Aside from Yang Fei's irresistible dominance,

Three Swords and the other martial arts masters actually had little interest in drug trafficking.

After all, the Golden-Faced Buddha Group had gradually been transitioning.

The group was no longer relying on the drug business to maintain operations.

And besides, nobody was foolish.

Huaxia, this powerful nation, had an absolute zero tolerance policy towards drugs.

The Golden Buddha had been involved in this for many years, and although he had always been careful, he hadn't made any major mistakes.

However, the more you walk at night, the more likely you are to encounter ghosts.

If things were exposed, everyone would be in trouble.

No one dared to challenge the immense state machinery.

The older you are in the Mortal World, the more astute you become.

Therefore, with just one simple meeting, Yang Fei decided on this matter.

As long as the core group of Three Swords, Two Gods, and Five Ghost Kings reached a consensus,

the other big rascals, even if dissatisfied, couldn't stir up much trouble.

Beyond that, Yang Fei also announced several disciplines.

Within the group, no dealing in arms, no drugs, and no harm or oppression allowed against innocents and common people.

Three Swords and the others could only smile bitterly at each other.

The Golden Buddha was known for his piety and had a reputation as a philanthropist in society.

But even he hadn't strictly forbidden these actions, especially not on the path of drug trafficking, which he followed ever deeper.

Yet Yang Fei, who seemed carefree, was more compassionate and righteous than the Buddha himself.

This was basically leading everyone to ascend to Jile World and become Bodhisattvas.

The next day, the massacre at Fanlin Temple sent shockwaves through all sectors of society.

In recent years, Fanlin Temple had received donations from the Golden Buddha.

They had expanded countless temples and Tower Forests, and the patronage was extremely prosperous.

However, overnight, four monks were killed.

This startled numerous believers.

The public was abuzz, and the police intervened swiftly to investigate the murder.

Although the victims had special identities,

for the public, apart from surprise, it was nothing too serious.

After all, people die every day in this world.

Yet, in the Shan Province Underground World, this incident caused a massive earthquake.

Fanlin Temple might have been a place of solitude,

but all the big rascals of the Underworld knew the relationship between the Golden Buddha and Fanlin Temple.

If someone messed with Fanlin Temple, it meant they were treating the Golden Buddha's head like a toilet.

This was an issue bigger than the sky itself.

However, while everyone was discussing fervently,

an even more terrifying piece of news spread throughout the entire Shan Province Underground World.

Golden Buddha had passed away.

This bombshell news was like a bolt from the blue, striking everyone on the head.

Nearly every person couldn't believe it.

The passing of the Golden Buddha was quickly confirmed,

because Three Swords, the second-in-command representative of the Golden-Faced Buddha Group,

personally announced this news to every influential big rascal.

At the same time, Three Swords also announced another heavy-hitting news.

Yang Fei and Lin Xueyi, the younger generation of the Mortal World, will move into the Golden-Faced Buddha Group to become the great owls that will succeed the Golden Buddha as the new kings.

Without the Golden Buddha's suppression, many big rascals breathed easy.

However, their relief lasted less than three minutes.

Yang Fei and Lin Xueyi quickly gained dominance over these big rascals.

Who could tolerate this?

In an instant, within the Shan Province Underground World, the situation changed dramatically.

Three Swords and Yang Fei had anticipated such changes.

But Yang Fei was not in a hurry.

He saw this as an opportunity to identify some disobedient rascals for special attention.

Otherwise, Lin Xueyi would lack authority in the future when petty individuals cause trouble.

The entire Golden-Faced Buddha Group would be even harder to manage.

Yang Fei, in the name of Lin Xueyi, issued a Mortal Order to the entire Shan Province Underground World.

He commanded that all those big rascals with status and influence within the Shan Province Underground World gather at the Liucheng Fanlin Temple.

To mourn the Golden Buddha and discuss the reorganization of the group.

The Mortal Order is an ancient martial world etiquette.

In modern terms, it's like inviting guests for a meal and a meeting.

And mourning the Golden Buddha presented an excellent opportunity.

Of course, the meal hosted by Yang Fei and Lin Xueyi was an unmistakable banquet with the threat of violence.

Moreover, Yang Fei made no attempt to hide the intimidating intent behind it.

In the jungle, a lion or tiger needs not only strong power but also a formidable deterrent force.

It's the same with animals, and so it is with humans.

Lin Xueyi could never have imagined that within less than a week of Yang Fei's departure overseas, there would be such an earth-shattering change in the entire underworld.

Yang Fei called Lin Xueyi and told her about the situation.

Lin Xueyi's heart pounded fiercely.

"You little jerk, do you think I can handle it? Will those big shots listen to me?"

Yang Fei could relate to Lin Xueyi's feelings very well.

She was originally not from the underworld.

Back then, even a simple Wu Wei nearly forced Lin Xueyi into a dead end.

And now, she was being asked to lead the Shan Province Underground World.

For her, the psychological impact was a bit too much.

"Sis, don't worry, I'm here for you. Just think of yourself as Empress," he said.

"Just think about it. If we could get these rascals in line and have them turn over a new leaf, can you imagine how much good karma you'd accumulate?"

Upon hearing Yang Fei's words, Lin Xueyi immediately spat at him.

"Tch, do you think I'm Empress Wu Zetian or what?"

"This is a big deal; I need to think it through."

"Sister Xueyi, if you're willing to take over the Golden-Faced Buddha Group, our Lanting Group will make a fortune."

"More than a dozen billion in cold hard cash, aren't you tempted at all?"

Yang Fei said with a teasing grin, his tone as if he were the Wolf Grandma coaxing Little Red Riding Hood.

"What, did you say more than a dozen billion? Oh my god, did you rob a bank or something?" Lin Xueyi screamed in disbelief.

"Sister Xueyi, don't worry. This money is left for us by the Golden Buddha," he reassured her.

"But if you don't want it, plenty of people are clamoring for it."

Hearing this, Lin Xueyi shivered.

She suppressed her anxiety and asked earnestly,

"Yang Fei, tell me the truth. It isn't illegal for the Golden-Faced Buddha Group to merge into our Lanting Group, right?"

Yang Fei chuckled: "It's not against the law in a big way, but we'll have to consider the specifics of management."

"Don't worry, I've got everything covered. Would I ever let you suffer a loss?"

Lin Xueyi's heart felt at ease: "Alright then, I'll come to Liucheng tomorrow."

Yang Fei laughed heartily: "How could we possibly allow you to come all by yourself?"

"You're now the sole King of Shan Province. According to the martial world's etiquette, you should be welcomed by the Twelve Golden Lions."

Lin Xueyi was confused again: "What do you mean by being welcomed by the Twelve Golden Lions?"

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