The strange scene naturally attracted the attention of many people.
A group of people craned their necks, peering outwards.
The herd mentality and the desire to witness a spectacle were quite strong.
It had been like this since ancient times.
When something unusual happened in a place, many people would flock to see what was going on.
"What are they doing? Why are there so many soldiers?"
"I don't know. I heard it's because a captain got into trouble, and that captain was a special figure."
"Then it must be something significant, otherwise, such a large-scale mobilization wouldn't occur."
"Speaking of which, did anyone find out where they're going?"
"It seems they're heading to Nanyun. Rumor has it that a grave-robbing organization clashed with the authorities, leading to casualties among important figures and team members."
People around discussed.
Clearly, those being mobilized were Xia Guo's Red Star soldiers assigned to the Nanyun mission.
These soldiers had sun-weathered faces, their complexions dark and rough, indicative of much experience on the battlefield.
"What? A grave-robbing organization? What grave-robbing organization dares to go against the authorities?"
"I don't know. I heard their name is something like Jiu Men?"
"They must be crazy. Even if their name was Tian Men, it wouldn't matter. Those Jiu Men grave robbers deserve to die."
"Exactly. I hope the authorities can catch them quickly and eliminate the wicked."
People around continued to murmur.
The public's voice was quite representative.
Especially in this era, rumors spread like wildfire, turning uncertain matters into established facts for many.
It was just like online, where sensationalist accounts loved playing with words, and with the addition of unknowing masses, it was easy to be misled.
And once misled, those sensationalist accounts bore no responsibility.
Soon, a group of people in green military coats assembled and began their march.
The onlookers started to disperse.
Although they scattered, the news of grave robbers fighting the authorities spread.
Within half a day, the entire Beili City would know about it.
Time passed quickly.
Afternoon.
Zhang Tian spent half the day teaching Tuan Tuan cultivation in the courtyard.
He then enjoyed a long period of leisure.
Around two in the afternoon, Zhang Tian started walking towards his company.
Hu Bayi, Pangzi, and the others had not chosen to cultivate; they each had their own matters to attend to.
Zhang Tian knew Pangzi would likely be heading to Da Jinya's place again.
As for Shirley Yang, she planned to visit the United States, and Hu Bayi was choosing a gift for her.
Zhang Tian walked down the street.
From a distance, he heard people talking.
He looked over.
"Hey, did you hear? Apparently, an organization called Jiu Men actually went against the authorities."
"Another reactionary group. I wonder where that sect is located."
"I heard we have a Jiu Men Construction Group here in Beili. Could it be them?"
"Holy crap, their base is right under our noses, isn't it?"
People around discussed.
Zhang Tian frowned slightly.
He was also somewhat interested.
What Jiu Men grave-robbing organization, what Jiu Men reactionary group, Zhang Tian was bewildered.
His Jiu Men Group was a construction group, contributing to Xia Guo's development.
How did it suddenly become a pariah, reviled by everyone?
Zhang Tian hurried over.
If its reputation was ruined, it would be quite troublesome.
Zhang Tian, speaking from his conscience, had never done anything morally reprehensible. Moreover, the Jiu Men Group had always prioritized development.
Seeing Zhang Tian approach, the group of people immediately stopped their conversation.
They all turned their gazes to Zhang Tian.
"Isn't this Young Master Zhang?"
"What is Young Master Zhang doing here?"
"Hello, Young Master Zhang!"
After a brief exchange, they greeted Zhang Tian.
Zhang Tian nodded.
He looked at the people.
They were dressed plainly, likely ordinary villagers from Beili City.
Although Beili City was called a city, it still had villagers, and it hadn't been completely reformed.
"What are you talking about? Did something happen?"
Zhang Tian asked.
He also took out five yuan and distributed one yuan to each person.
Upon seeing the money, those who were initially a bit apprehensive suddenly lit up.
And they became excited.
In those days, one yuan was equivalent to a week's wages for many.
The five people Zhang Tian gave money to were so excited they couldn't stop smiling.
Taking the money.
The five people spoke in a rush.
"Young Master Zhang, let me tell you!"
A burly man in coarse linen spoke quickly.
He spoke first, and the others remained silent, watching.
"It's like this, rumor has it that the Beili archaeological team went to a place for an excavation, and there were too many deaths."
"Someone important was sent to investigate, but everyone who went died, with only a few survivors."
"It's said they clashed with some grave robbers."
"They eventually won, but the name of the grave robbers spread, called Jiu Men."
The man spoke continuously.
Zhang Tian's face turned dark.
Good heavens, it's as if he was sitting at home, and trouble came knocking on his door.
"Is there anything else?"
Zhang Tian asked.
The man shook his head.
"I don't know anything else. As for that Jiu Men, it's really strange that they would oppose us, those damned grave robbers."
The man even uttered some profanities.
Zhang Tian twitched his lips.
This guy was using this opportunity to vent.
"Alright, I understand."
"You guys carry on."
Zhang Tian finished speaking and got up to leave.
The man, seeing Zhang Tian leave, opened his mouth but said nothing.
He thought reporting the intelligence would bring him some benefits, but it turned out to be nothing.
This left him a bit disappointed.
Zhang Tian was full of anger.
Let alone benefits, it would have been good if he hadn't received a couple of slaps.
"Could someone be using my Jiu Men's name to do bad things?"
"Or perhaps, there's a problem from within."
Zhang Tian's expression was serious.
As a group or organization grows, the most dangerous element is internal strife.
Once internal divisions arise, it becomes a very difficult situation.
Zhang Tian had to nip these pests in the bud.
"The Wu family wouldn't do this, nor would the Xie family. Within the group, many people still support me. Could it be other external families?"
"But not many people know about my Jiu Men grave robbing. Who could it be?"
Zhang Tian pondered repeatedly, having no clue.
After all, Zhang Tian was already the strongest force in Xia Guo. Who would dare to oppose him at the risk of death?
Furthermore, Zhang Tian had merged Jiu Men. How dare those people do this?
After thinking for a long time and finding no answers, Zhang Tian decided to go to the company first.
This matter was extremely serious.
Regardless of whether his own people were involved, he had to find out.
With the deaths of Xia Guo soldiers and the expert team,
The higher-ups would definitely investigate him, and Zhang Tian had to be prepared.
After all, in the entire Xia Guo, there was no other Jiu Men Construction Group!
His footsteps quickened, and Zhang Tian's figure soon disappeared from view.
Zhang Tian found a secluded corner, concealed his form, and flew directly towards the group.