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The beggar approached two individuals separately, handing each of them a small cash note.
Qi Xuansu observed them from a distance. Although these two were in the same line of work as the beggar, they wore gauze clothing and black scarves on their heads. Their rolled sleeves revealed tattoos on their forearms.
These two were likely beggar chiefs, subordinates of the Beggar King. After accepting the money, they glanced at Qi Xuansu, their eyes lingering briefly on the gun at his waist before nodding in agreement.
The beggar returned to Qi Xuansu, gazing at him expectantly.
Qi Xuansu took two more small cash notes from his sleeve and handed them to the beggar, who beamed and continued leading the way.
This city within a city was like a labyrinth, full of shady dealings. Occasionally, Qi Xuansu could hear agonized wailing or sorrowful crying, reminiscent of the infamous Imperial Prison.
Eventually, they arrived at a grand residence that stood out starkly in this area. The beggar stopped and announced, “We’re here.”
Qi Xuansu asked, “By the way, what’s the local boss’s name?”
The beggar replied, “The Beggar King’s official title is Troupe Leader. His name is Ye Xiu.”
Qi Xuansu nodded....
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