Farm Tough Girl

Chapter 158 - 158 159 I Want That Batch of Goods_1

?Chapter 158: Chapter 159 I Want That Batch of Goods_1 Chapter 158: Chapter 159 I Want That Batch of Goods_1 “Then we just keep doing this human trafficking business here to kill time, and even use the Prime Minister as our backer. If the Prime Minister finds out about this, could he charge us with a crime?” The attendant was clearly somewhat worried.

Hei Bao cursed, “Are you stupid? Do you really think the Prime Minister is blind? Would he not know about our dealings? The fact that the Prime Minister hasn’t said anything so far is his tacit approval!”

“Tacit approval?” The attendant was somewhat incredulous.

Hei Bao scoffed lightly, “This human trafficking business is hugely profitable. Don’t you know how things work in official circles, that money is needed for the back and forth? Seventy percent of the money we earn from this trade is offered up to the Prime Minister. Otherwise, why do you think he lets us carry on like this?”

Only then did the attendant have a sudden realization, “So that’s how it is!”

Hei Bao leaned back on the recliner behind him, “So, we might as well stay here comfortably, where money comes quickly and nobody dares to provoke us. How comfortable is that? Right now, we are the emperors of Chatu Town! And this is only for now. Once Prince San ascends the throne, and the Prime Minister’s position becomes even firmer, then our actions will be even more convenient.”

The attendant hurriedly flattered with a fawning compliment, “That’s right, Bao has such a clever mind! I’m simply in awe.”

Hei Bao snorted lightly, clearly enjoying the flattery.

Jin Feng flashed past the outside of the house, and sure enough, it matched exactly with his suspicions—it was indeed someone arranged by Prime Minister Kong and Consort Yuan. And this Hei Bao, who hasn’t found anyone here in half a year, probably hasn’t been looking too hard, only focused on taking advantage of Prime Minister Kong’s influence to engage in human trafficking and make money.

What he originally thought was a straightforward human trafficking gang now suddenly turned complex. He truly should be thankful that this trafficking incident occurred, as it led him to discover the minions of Prime Minister Kong and Consort Yuan ahead of time.

In his uneasy state of mind, Jin Feng accidentally kicked a pebble, alerting the people inside immediately, “Who’s there!”

Jin Feng wasn’t flustered; he directly pulled out a black cloth to cover his face and boldly kicked open the front door.

Although Hei Bao noticed someone outside, he assumed they would take the opportunity to flee rather than to burst in. This person must be either brainless or exceedingly powerful.

However, when Hei Bao noticed the intense killing aura emanating from Jin Feng, he realized that the latter was undoubtedly the case.

Hei Bao became somewhat panicked but still forced himself to stay calm, “Who are you? How dare you run wild on my turf!”

Jin Feng swept them with a cold gaze, his eyes full of disdain, “The places I intend to go, no one really can stop me!”

The attendant immediately shouted loudly, “Men, seize this reckless fool!”

Instantly, five or six stalwart men ran in. Jin Feng was not the least bit intimidated. If he couldn’t even handle these small fries, he wouldn’t be worthy of serving by the General’s side all these years.

“You, are you coming at me one at a time, or all together?” Jin Feng said coldly.

Seeing Jin Feng’s audacity, the men became angry. With a loud shout, they brandished their knives and charged at Jin Feng.

But Jin Feng’s footwork was exceedingly fast. In an instant, he wrested the knife from one man’s hand and kicked him onto the ground, leaving the others exchanging glances in dismay.

Hei Bao bellowed, “Attack him together!”

Jin Feng snorted coldly and instantly tangled with the men. In less than the time it takes an incense stick to burn, the room was littered with bodies.

Hei Bao stared at him, his tone betraying his fear, “You, you, who on earth are you? Do you know who I belong to? Are you tired of living, daring to provoke me like this!”

Jin Feng looked at him with cold eyes, “I know who you are, a lackey of Prime Minister Kong, a dog at Consort Yuan’s side.”

“You!” Hei Bao was furious; obviously, he took Jin Feng’s words to heart and retorted fiercely, “You know and still dare to treat me this way? Going against me is going against Prime Minister Kong and Consort Yuan! Prime Minister Kong could crush you to death more easily than crushing an ant.”

“Is that so? That may not necessarily be the case,” Jin Feng snorted coldly, “He probably has enough trouble trying to save himself.”

Hei Bao’s face changed, “What do you mean?”

“As a country’s Prime Minister, secretly fostering a black market for human trafficking, wouldn’t that cause quite a stir if the news got out?” said Jin Feng.

Hei Bao chuckled, “You think you can let this news out? Don’t overestimate yourself.”

“I can come and go as I please here, safe and sound; you should understand what I’m capable of. You have Prime Minister Kong to rely on, but do you know who’s backing me?” Jin Feng’s voice was icy to the bone.

Hei Bao’s heart tightened, and his lips trembled, “Could it be… the Empress?”

Jin Feng, of course, did not have the Empress’s support, but he was on the side of those who had chosen to support the Crown Prince’s ascension to the throne. While such news wouldn’t spread if held by others, in the hands of the Empress, Consort Yuan, and Prime Minister Kong’s opponent, it could easily create a significant impact. Just the public opinion alone could be overwhelming.

Hei Bao certainly wouldn’t dare take such a risk.

Jin Feng nodded, “Good that you understand.”

“What do you want then?” Hei Bao gritted his teeth, his people were no match for Jin Feng, making it extremely difficult to silence him by killing.

“Men die for wealth as birds die for food; I’m not someone who’s completely unreasonable.”

Hei Bao’s eyes glinted, “What do you mean?”

“I want the goods you have in hand right now, then I’ll pretend I’ve heard nothing today.”

Hei Bao pursed his lips, “Why should I trust you?”

“The Empress is currently weak and alone in the court; everyone knows that. In the end, the struggle for the throne will surely be won by Prince San without a doubt. By siding with the Empress against Prime Minister Kong right now, Prime Minister Kong will hold a grudge against me sooner or later. Wouldn’t that make my future difficult? It’s better to sell Prime Minister Kong a favor. But I can’t come all this way for nothing; I’ve got to earn some hard-earned money after all.”

One of Hei Bao’s followers cried out, “That batch of goods is worth a lot! If we give it all to you, what will we do?”

Hei Bao cursed at him, “Shut up!” This fool—If Jin Feng were to reveal Prime Minister Kong’s involvement in human trafficking, not only would it tarnish Prime Minister Kong’s reputation, but they, insignificant as they were, would not only fail to make money but could lose their lives!

Hei Bao turned to Jin Feng, “Deal, but you have to guarantee that you won’t breathe a word of today’s matter to anyone!”

Jin Feng raised four fingers to the sky, “If I fail to keep my word, may I be struck by lightning. As a man standing tall and upright, I would never go back on my word. Besides, if I really did, and needlessly offended Prime Minister Kong, what good would it do me?”

Hei Bao snorted, “Fine, I’ll give you the goods.”

Madam Liu was anxiously waiting at the Embroidery House, “Why isn’t he back yet? Could something have happened? Surely the children haven’t all been shipped away?”

Muniang soothed her, “It won’t be that quick. How can they abduct a child and sell one at a time? That would waste too much time. They must be accumulating a batch of goods to ship and sell in another province all at once. They’re definitely still in Chatu Town. Jin Feng is very skilled; surely nothing has happened to him.”