"Afterwards, a formidable heroine happened to pass by this place and rescued such a widow.
"Knowing her plight, she took it upon herself to gather these unsupported people, teaching them martial arts, hoping they would grow stronger and stand on their own.
"Later on, once that expert departed, these people established the Red Leaf Gang.
"Along the River, they actually made quite a name for themselves.
"Many who had lost their support joined them due to their reputation, and their influence grew day by day.
"So much so that many women who had fled from marriages or had been abandoned by unfaithful men also sought refuge with the Red Leaf Gang.
"In recent years, the Red Leaf Gang has become known as a way out for the women of Along The River, sending their children to join not only ensured their daughters would have food but also improved the family’s livelihood.
"Thus, the Red Leaf Gang grew even stronger.
"Perhaps because they are all women, naturally at a disadvantage compared to men, their methods certainly aren’t as sinister as those of the Qingshe Alliance.
"But their ruthlessness can be even greater.
"Otherwise, they wouldn’t be able to ward off those with designs on them."
Su Mo understood the composition of the Red Leaf Gang after listening. However, regarding Yang Xiaoyun’s statement about him liking the Red Leaf Gang, he could not agree.
"They might have been pitiable in the past, but now with such abilities, they certainly aren’t to be pitied anymore. To say that I would like them... isn’t that quite unfounded?"
"Hmm? So many women, among them some with beauty like flowers, you wouldn’t like that?"
Yang Xiaoyun looked at Su Mo with surprise: "I’ve even heard the escort masters under me whisper that if they could be accepted by these women inside the Red Leaf Gang, they wouldn’t trade it for ten thousand gold..."
Su Mo’s mouth twitched: "There are thousands of women in the world, each with their own merits. Can I actually like every one I see?"
Yang Xiaoyun nodded: "However, for a man, having a few wives and concubines is quite common. If you truly meet a woman you like, remember to let me know, as I will have to carefully assess her character. If she’s not worthy to enter the Su family, or if there’s any disgrace, don’t blame me for intervening.
"It’s better for me to tell you this now rather than you accusing me of not warning you in the future."
Su Mo opened his mouth but didn’t speak for a while, unsure of what to say.
Is this the openness of ancient women?
Or, is it just Yang Xiaoyun’s magnanimity?
Su Mo felt his head buzzing. Even after having been in this world for over two years and despite his deepening feelings for Yang Xiaoyun, he was still left speechless by her words.
He could only look at the last big fat man and ask: "And what’s the story with this person?"
Yang Xiaoyun had a peculiar expression: "I also don’t know, where did such an expert come from?"
"Stop, stop! Everyone, stop!!!"
While they were talking, a voice could be heard urging everyone to cease fighting.
But at this stage of the conflict, it wasn’t so easy to just stop.
Momentum needed to be curbed, and often it took a few more exchanges to ensure the other side had fully stopped before ceasing.
Three factions’ experts stood still on the spot, with members of the Jiaolong Association standing close together, confronting each other.
Then someone from the Jiaolong Association spoke up:
"Gentlemen, gentlemen! A distant visitor should be welcomed; why resort to needless violence? Let’s talk this over."
The village chief of Xuanlong Village stepped forward, angrily retorted:
"Who are you to speak in our presence? When did ZhuGe Changtian become a shrinking turtle? We’ve come a long way to visit, yet why do you refuse to show your face?"
"If Xuanlong Village’s Master had known earlier about your visit, our Master would have welcomed you and prepared for your arrival. Isn’t it you who have come too hastily without giving our Master time to prepare?"
As the person spoke, he emerged from the crowd.
The experts from the three factions looked on, only to hear a woman from the Red Leaf Gang sneer, "I was wondering who it was, turns out to be the Third Master of the Jiaolong Association?
"What happened? Are the Master and Second Master of the mighty Jiaolong Association dead?
"The only one left is you, the old Third, to show face?"
This Third Master of the Jiaolong Association was unsightly, short and scrawny like a monkey, with loose clothing hanging from his body, and a face that irresistibly brought to mind the phrase ’a monkey dressed up’.
With a hehe, he touched the greasy goatee and said:
"Of course, the Master and Second Master aren’t dead. They’re just tied up with important matters and can’t get away to meet with you all.
"I’m here as a stand-in for my two brothers to apologize to you all.
"But I wouldn’t know what brings you here in the middle of the night. What’s the urgent matter?
"Looking at the mess you’ve caused, if you have something to say, just say it, why resort to violence?"
The complexion of Xuanlong Village’s chief darkened, "We came to request an audience, yet you avoided us, not responding unless force was used. Now you speak such nonsense, isn’t that laughable? I can’t be bothered to argue with you. Call ZhuGe Changtian out, I do want to ask him directly, what exactly is he planning to do?
"The Chain Boat Barrier, is it just the waterways it blocks? It’s blocking our livelihood!
"If there is no explanation today, huh... Jiaolong Association? I’ll turn you into the Sishe Gang!"
The Qingshe Alliance Leader couldn’t bear to listen anymore: "Master, mind your words."