"Return to the master, it's not very certain right now. However, I feel that this Hu Xiaobei must have come over to our side."

Upon hearing Tanaka Shoichi's inquiry, the black-clad man kneeling on the ground respectfully explained...

Hearing such a definitive statement, Tanaka Shoichi casually picked up a pair of nail clippers as he asked indifferently, "Oh? Why do you say that?"

"Master! Previously, through my investigation, I came to know that this Hu Xiaobei is a man who seeks vengeance for the smallest grievance. Therefore, after suffering a loss this time, he would definitely seek to retaliate against us. Based on this, I believe it's very likely that he has already come over to our side!"

After listening to his subordinate's detailed account, Tanaka Shoichi tossed the nail clippers to the side and said lightly, "I had considered this before as well, but I don't think Hu Xiaobei has the guts. After all, this is our territory; him coming here would be suicide."

Tanaka Shoichi knew Hu Xiaobei had some strength but did not believe Hu Xiaobei would really dare to come here.

Because coming here really would be suicide!

"Master, it's reasonable to say so. But, Hu Xiaobei cares a lot about his woman. Previously, his woman almost died because of us. Therefore, I believe he will definitely seek revenge for her. Under these circumstances, he has also disappeared, so there's a good chance he has already come over to our side."

After a moment of careful thought, Tanaka Shoichi nodded his head and spoke with some interest, "Since you've said that, go and investigate thoroughly to see if he is truly here. Remember, once you find him, don't act hastily. It's not easy to find some enjoyment; I want to play slowly."

Hearing Tanaka Shoichi's instructions, the black-clad man hesitated for a moment before speaking in a low voice, "Master, previously, Tanaka, Kitano, and the others made a mess of things because they wanted to play slowly. That's why, I think we should take down Hu Xiaobei swiftly and decisively. After all, this Hu Xiaobei is really not simple."

The black-clad man had previously investigated Hu Xiaobei and knew that his strength was indeed not to be underestimated...

"Previously? Are you comparing me with those trash? What a joke! I'll tell you, we shouldn't care about that piece of crap; no matter how powerful he is, he's just trash in front of me."

Even the mightiest ant is still but an ant...

Tanaka Shoichi regarded Hu Xiaobei as an ant, and consequently, had never truly taken him to heart...

In his view, as long as the true experts from the Dark Department were to take action, Hu Xiaobei would be thoroughly doomed...

"Since the master has said so, I won't say anything more."

"Good, go and find out Hu Xiaobei's whereabouts for me, then come and tell me. This time, I want to have a good meet with him. Let's see if he's really as powerful as having three heads and six arms!"

"Yes!"

After his subordinate respectfully withdrew, Tanaka Shoichi narrowed his eyes.

Soon, Tanaka Shoichi spoke coldly, "No need for iron shoes in a fruitless search, when what I seek comes to me effortlessly. Previously, I thought dealing with you would be difficult, but now it seems very simple."

Having said that, he contentedly lit a cigar for himself...

...

Hu Xiaobei had no idea he was being targeted again...

At the moment, he, along with Haruno Nanako and Haruno Rei, were smilingly looking at Dudu, who was lying on the ground.

Being stared at so directly, Dudu must have felt significant pressure.

To avoid increasing its stress, Hu Xiaobei cleared his throat and said, "We got to know each other through conflict before. Now that we're friends, let's let bygones be bygones about all the unpleasantness. What do you think?"

Upon hearing Hu Xiaobei's suggestion, Nanako turned her head to look at her mother, Rei.

Rei nodded her head, responding, "Okay! Let's consider the past grievances canceled out."

Hu Xiaobei, hearing that, let out a sigh of relief and said, "Let's agree on that, then!"

After settling the matter, Hu Xiaobei walked cheerfully over to the cucumber trellis...

Once he stopped, Hu Xiaobei pointed to the two cucumber plants that he had imbued with Nine Wood True Qi and said, "Previously, I used a special cultivation technique to regrow them! Take a close look, don't they look very different from the other cucumber seedlings?"

Hearing Hu Xiaobei, the mother and daughter turned their gaze and found that these two cucumber plants indeed looked lush and verdant compared to the withered yellow seedlings.

But even after noticing this, the mother and daughter still found it hard to believe that these emerald cucumber seedlings were the work of Hu Xiaobei.

In their minds, they must have already been growing well before...

With this thought, Nanako whispered, "Xiaobei, these cucumbers must have been growing well like this even before, right?"

"I think so too!"

Hearing them say that, Hu Xiaobei rubbed his nose.

He had anticipated this kind of skepticism beforehand, so he wasn't surprised.

After looking at them, Hu Xiaobei said, "I know you're probably skeptical! So, I'll perform for you now. Watch closely with your eyes wide open."

After saying that, Hu Xiaobei looked at Dudu and said, "Make sure you see clearly what happens next."

Dudu, upon hearing Hu Xiaobei's words, nodded very human-like.

It couldn't figure out what was actually happening.

But it knew one thing for sure: nodding is never wrong!

Following Dudu's nod, Hu Xiaobei pointed at a sickly cucumber plant and said, "As you can see, this sickly cucumber plant looks severely troubled!"

Upon hearing Hu Xiaobei's words, both of them turned their heads to look at the cucumber plant!

Quickly after, they gently nodded their heads.

Although they weren't experts in botany, they could see that this sickly cucumber plant really had serious issues...

In their opinion, it was on the verge of completely withering away...

Seeing them nod, Hu Xiaobei spoke, "Next, I'll make this sickly cucumber plant as lush and robust as the other two cucumber plants you saw earlier."

Upon hearing Hu Xiaobei's description, the two of them paused for a moment, then quickly shook their heads like bobbleheads.

"Brother Xiaobei, you must be joking, that's absolutely impossible!"

Hearing her daughter's skepticism, Haruno Rei also nodded repeatedly, "Right, that's impossible!"

They felt, even if Hu Xiaobei could revive it, it would certainly take some time!

Hearing their skepticism, a slight smile appeared on the corner of Hu Xiaobei's mouth.

Soon after, Hu Xiaobei said, "Wanna make a bet?"

Seeing Hu Xiaobei's confident smile, they felt he had dug himself into a hole.

But even so, they didn't believe he could bring it back to life in a short time.

Thinking this, Haruno Nanako huffed with arrogance and said, "Let's bet then!"

Hearing Haruno Nanako's defiant words, Hu Xiaobei said, "Alright! Since you're so confident, let's make a bet. If I can bring it back to life in a short time and make it bear cucumbers, then I win."

"Fine, if you can't do it, then I win."

"Right! But what will the wager be?"

When Hu Xiaobei asked that, Haruno Nanako hesitated, "As for the wager, I haven't thought of it yet. We'll decide later."

"That's okay then."

After Hu Xiaobei agreed, he looked towards Haruno Rei.

Soon, Hu Xiaobei said, "Auntie, you've heard everything I've just said to Haruno Nanako. Can you be our judge now?"

Hearing Hu Xiaobei's words, Haruno Rei glanced at her daughter and said, "Sure! I'll judge for you, I promise to be fair."

Haruno Rei believed in Hu Xiaobei but felt that her daughter had a slightly better chance of winning.

Because what Hu Xiaobei was now saying really sounded a bit exaggerated.

After Haruno Rei readily agreed, Hu Xiaobei smiled and swiftly squatted in front of the yellowed cucumber plant.

Then, Hu Xiaobei smiled lightly, "Don't blink for what's next, because you're about to witness a miracle."

"Keep bluffing, Brother Xiaobei!"

Hearing Haruno Nanako's doubtful words, Hu Xiaobei shrugged and said, "You'll soon see I'm not just talking big."

Having said that, Hu Xiaobei didn't waste any more words and quickly grasped the root stem of the yellowed cucumber plant...

After grasping it, Hu Xiaobei began infusing it with strands of Nine Wood True Qi.

Soon after, the corner of Hu Xiaobei's mouth twitched slightly, as with the infusion of the Nine Wood True Qi, it gradually began to change...

"What kind of condition should I ask for when I win this bet?" he pondered, watching as its leaves slowly took on a darker green, and Hu Xiaobei's thoughts began to stir...

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