Corpse Collector Jiang suddenly spoke to me, telling me not to interfere.
But I came today precisely for this water ghost.
Although going into the water put me at a disadvantage,
And I hadn't prepared beforehand to save people,
If we could just get ready, bring our various magic tools, and set a trap, this water ghost might not be so formidable.
Now, asking me not to interfere, isn't that a joke?
“Brother Jiang, I came for this water ghost.
Just now, three people were almost pulled into the river and drowned.
If it's not dealt with, who knows how many more will die.
I am determined to eliminate this water ghost.”
I said.
Corpse Collector Jiang sighed after hearing me:
“But this thing is too powerful.
I’ve clashed with it several times without success.
If your master were here, he could handle it.
But you, your cultivation might not be enough!”
“Brother Jiang, you can’t say that.
Just now, in the water, I wrestled with that water ghost for over ten minutes.
Although it’s powerful in the water, it’s not as formidable as you say.
Furthermore, I didn't come alone today.
If Brother Jiang helps, we can surely eliminate it!”
Corpse Collector Jiang was somewhat swayed after hearing my words.
He was currently affiliated with the Fishery Administration.
His usual tasks involved clearing river channels and removing debris from the water.
When there were bodies, he would handle the retrieval.
If malevolent spirits appeared in the water, he would also intervene.
He had some reputation in the profession.
He was in charge of this stretch of the river in Qingshan City.
He maintained it.
Now that a water ghost had appeared in his territory and he couldn’t deal with it, he felt he was losing face.
Hearing me offer to join forces to expel the evil spirits naturally moved him.
“Besides you, who else is there?”
Corpse Collector Jiang asked.
I added:
“My junior uncle’s disciple, Mo Ting.
Our cultivation levels are about the same, but if we add you, we should be able to eliminate that thing.”
Corpse Collector Jiang fell silent upon hearing this.
Then he nodded:
“Alright then! But let me say this beforehand, I’m not hiring you.”
“No need, we don’t require money.”
“That’s good. After you get ashore, change your clothes, and at eight o’clock tonight, I’ll be waiting for you at the ferry terminal.”
“Eight might not be possible, I need to come at nine.”
I continued.
I still had to go to Qingshuixi.
Qingdai’s subordinate, Heitou, was still there.
Heitou was also a ghost, and now with Corpse Collector Jiang and the aid of another water ghost,
It would undoubtedly be like adding wings to a tiger. Eliminating that water ghost should not be too difficult.
Corpse Collector Jiang didn’t ask why.
He just nodded and told me not to be late.
After speaking, we had reached the shore.
Many people around saw us approach the bank.
They all applauded:
“Brother, well done!”
“Young man, you did great.”
“Hero who saved people.”
“…”
People around spoke, offering praise generously.
I looked at the crowd of strangers and sheepishly clasped my hands in greeting.
“Old Qin, you scared me to death!”
“It’s nothing.”
“Put on your clothes!”
Old Mo handed me my jacket.
I nodded, it was a bit chilly outside.
The few people we had rescued earlier had already left to change clothes due to the cold weather.
I didn’t need their gratitude.
Now, I picked up my belongings and, under the gaze of everyone, left the crowd.
What I didn’t know was.
My act of saving people had been recorded by many, shared in friend groups and on short video platforms.
In less than an hour, it had become a minor trending topic.
After Old Mo and I left the riverside.
Old Mo asked me what had happened in the river.
I told Old Mo everything I had encountered in the water.
Old Mo frowned after listening.
He hadn’t expected the water ghost to be so ferocious in the water.
According to what I described, if we were in the water, we would have very little chance of winning.
Moreover, the water ghost itself was in an unassailable position.
To eliminate the female ghost, we really couldn’t go into the water to confront her. We needed to find another way.
However, besides all this, I also told Old Mo about Corpse Collector Jiang.
Old Mo became re-energized after hearing this.
It was great to have the help of someone who retrieved bodies year-round and dealt with water sprites.
But for now, I had to go change into dry clothes.
I couldn’t go home, and I was too lazy to walk.
So, after reaching the shore, we headed straight for a small mall by the river.
In the mall, I bought myself an outfit.
It wasn't expensive, a small brand, about two hundred yuan.
After changing, I felt much more comfortable.
We rested for a while, discussing the water ghost.
Now that we had encountered the water ghost in the river, the next steps were much clearer.
That was to find Qingdai’s subordinate in Qingshuixi.
I checked the time; it was already half past four in the afternoon.
It wasn't too early.
We found a place to eat dinner first.
After filling our stomachs, we would go to Qingshuixi.
We found a small restaurant to eat something and discussed the plan for the evening.
At this moment, my phone suddenly rang.
I picked it up and glanced at it.
I saw it was Zhang Chuyue.
Seeing that Chuyue was calling, I was a little surprised.
Why would this girl suddenly remember to call me.
I gestured for Old Mo to stay quiet and answered the call.
As soon as I connected the call.
I heard Chuyue’s sweet voice say:
“Qin Ze, you’re famous now…”