Ethen's assumptions proved correct. While Azrul and the major factions in Heishui Town were arguing incessantly, a frail man carrying a load of manure quietly left Heishui Town under the cover of darkness.
This man carrying manure was indeed from Kiln Village. After observing everything that Azrul and his men were doing, he felt relieved and reported the situation back to Kiln Village via phone.
Kiln Village responded: the matter was settled, and there was no need to continue monitoring. The manure carrying man was happy to return to his village for a rest, cheerfully carrying the manure he had collected from Heishui Town, humming a tune as he walked eastward.
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"Master, is it time for the second step?" Azrul inquired.
