Master of Martial Arts, please enjoy a drunken revelry in the martial world.

Chapter 25 The Gambling Cessation Plan

Gu Qianbei knew that there was going to be another good show to watch today.

Sure enough, not long after, Duanzhi Xuanyuan arrived at Tongfu Inn with Li Dazui and Constable Xing.

The final result was the same as the original story: Constable Xing brought Bai Zhantang and Li Dazui back to the yamen on charges of gambling and gave them a beating.

Bai Zhantang is definitely saying goodbye to his beautiful buttocks today.

Gu Qianbei remained at the door watching the commotion.

This time, however, instead of eating sunflower seeds, he nibbled on a few dried sweet potatoes that Bai Zhantang had given him.

Not long after the two were taken away, Duanzhi Xuanyuan came out of the inn and approached Gu Qianbei.

"Manager Gu, you really love watching a show. Last time, when that big mouth tricked me into becoming the martial arts champion and pulled a bunch of people from the inn into putting on a show for me, you were secretly watching the whole thing, weren't you?"

Having been directly exposed by the severed-finger Xuanyuan, Gu Qianbei awkwardly scratched his head.

"I just like to have some fun, ma'am, please don't mind, I meant no harm."

"I believe that. But since you and Big Mouth are friends, you should help persuade them when they make mistakes, instead of just watching."

Suddenly, the nose of the man with the severed finger, Xuanyuan, twitched slightly, and his expression changed.

"Your room..."

Seeing the hesitant look on Xuan Yuan's face, Gu Qianbei instantly guessed what she had discovered.

"Auntie, are you saying there's a bloody smell in this house? It's really bad luck. Last night, I encountered a gangland feud, and three people died in my wine shop."

The bloodstains have been cleaned up, and the smell of blood should have dissipated by now.

I suppose it's because your nose is too sensitive, ma'am, that you were able to smell it so quickly.

"Don't worry, I didn't kill him. Officer Xing knows about it too."

Upon hearing this, Xuanyuan, who had severed his finger, breathed a sigh of relief.

"That's good, that's good. Sigh... The world of martial arts is really dangerous; even doing small business can get you caught up in it."

Xuanyuan, who had lost a finger, sighed repeatedly.

"Yes. Being alive in this world is purely a matter of luck."

Gu Qianbei spread his hands, looking quite helpless.

This topic wasn't suitable for discussion, so Gu Qianbei immediately changed the subject, saying, "Auntie, you want to help Da Zui and Lao Bai quit gambling, right?"

Duanzhi Xuanyuan smiled and said, "You really are a smart man."

I've already inquired about the gambling with that big mouth at home.

The key to the problem lies with Bai Zhantang.

Without his provocation, Big Mouth wouldn't easily gamble.

I've seen far too many people get lured into gambling by friends and end up losing everything.

Therefore, I want to put on a show to eliminate future troubles.

"Does the old lady want me to cooperate?"

"Yes. Not only you, I also persuaded the others in the inn to join in."

Because if you don't cooperate, my plans will inevitably run into problems.

Gu Qianbei immediately became interested.

"Auntie, you tell me, I'll definitely cooperate."

Upon hearing this, Duanzhi Xuanyuan smiled and led Gu Qianbei to the inn, where he met up with Tong Xiangyu and the others to discuss the matter.

"Everyone here is a friend of Da Zui and Bai Zhantang. This film is to help them quit gambling, so please cooperate with us."

My plan is as follows…

The severed-finger Xuanyuan slowly revealed his plan, which was basically the same as in the original story.

The reason for asking Gu Qianbei and the others to cooperate was because they were afraid that the Gu Qianbei would take action to protect Bai Zhantang.

For example, when Bai Zhantang gambles to the point of risking his life, his friends certainly wouldn't just stand by and watch him die, nor would they watch him lose his arms and legs. So they might spend money to save him, or even take forceful action to save him.

In that case, Xuanyuan's goal of cutting off his finger would not be able to be fully achieved.

By giving prior notice, everyone was prepared and things wouldn't go wrong.

Upon hearing this, Gu Qianbei suddenly realized what was going on.

No wonder that in the original story, the people at the inn, especially Tong Xiangyu, didn't desperately try to stop Xuanyuan with the severed finger from cutting off Bai Zhantang's right hand.

It's likely because Xuanyuan had given prior notice, knowing he wouldn't actually cut off his finger.

Otherwise, given Tong Xiangyu's love-struck mind, she would probably sell her entire fortune to save Bai Zhantang.

"That's the plan. I hope everyone can help me put on a good show."

"This is what Duanzhi Xuanyuan said."

"Auntie, your plan is excellent, but there's a problem. Old Bai's gambling skills are really something; can you beat him into bankruptcy?"

Guo Furong raised questions.

Despite the severed finger, Xuanyuan smiled confidently.

"Young lady, don't worry. Since I've said that, it means I'm absolutely certain."

"Really?"

Guo Furong was still somewhat doubtful, but Gu Qianbei laughed and said, "This vast martial arts world is full of hidden talents, so we can't underestimate anyone."

Auntie, I believe you have that ability.

I'm sure I'm going to have a very eye-opening day.

"I'm ashamed to say it's just a small trick. I originally thought I would never show off again, but for the sake of my children and grandchildren, I have no choice but to return to my old ways this time."

With a sigh, Xuanyuan shook his head, looking rather helpless.

If Li Dazui hadn't been so irresponsible, she would never have gone back to the gambling table.

"Alright. It's almost time. Da Zui and Zhan Tang should be heading home soon. Let's get ready."

Tong Xiangyu took over the conversation and got everyone started practicing.

Guo Furong, however, curiously pulled Gu Qianbei aside.

"Manager Gu, do you know Big Mouth's identity? Otherwise, how could you believe that a blind woman like her could beat Old Bai at gambling?"

"If I'm not mistaken, the person inside is the one who disappeared from the martial arts world many years ago, the one with broken fingers, Xuanyuan."

Guo Furong was shocked to hear this.

"What? No way? Big Mouth Girl is the One-Finger Xuanyuan? The legendary gambling god of the underworld, you must be kidding me?"

"Why is it impossible? You, the daughter of the Chief Constable of the Six Doors, are now just a menial servant at an inn."

"But I see her fingers are all intact, not a single one is missing. It's the 'One-Finger Xuanyuan'! Wouldn't he be missing a finger?"

Gu Qianbei smiled mysteriously, then whispered in Guo Furong's ear.

"I heard that the One-Finger Xuanyuan originally had eleven fingers."

"what?"

Guo Furong was startled again.

"Whether it's true or not, you'll find out after watching Aunt Li's performance. Just be a good audience member. I'm going back now."

Gu Qianbei waved his hand and returned to Qianchousi first.

Guo Furong looked at the severed-finger Xuanyuan in the hall, who looked like an ordinary peasant woman and had nothing special about him, and still felt it was unlikely.

"Could it be that Qixia Town is really full of hidden talents? The shopkeeper is the daughter of Longmen Escort Agency. Old Bai is mysterious, but with such powerful martial arts skills, he must have been a big shot in the martial arts world before."

And then there's Manager Gu, whose cultivation is stronger than mine, and he uses a martial art I've never heard of before.

Thinking about it this way, it's not so hard to accept that Big Mouth Mother is the one-finger Xuanyuan.

As Guo Furong thought this through, she was almost convinced of her decision.

"Who cares! Let's watch the show first; the mystery will eventually be revealed."

Meanwhile, Bai Zhantang, who was being flogged in the yamen, was unaware that a grand drama was about to unfold at the inn.