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Chapter 388: Silver Hook Gambling Den
Chapter 388: Silver Hook Gambling Den
As soon as Su Shaoying's words fell, the three stiff figures crumpled to the ground, fresh blood gushing from their throats.
The three, who had just gotten up, were stunned. They never expected the two before them to be so formidable.
Hua Manlou wasted no time in letting them recover from their shock. He asked again, "Why is Lu Xiaofeng meddling in Black Tiger Hall's business?"
The trio exchanged glances and turned to flee. However, when they turned around, they saw the young man who had been standing behind Hua Manlou appear in front of them.
So fast!
"Answer his question, or I'll draw my sword," Su Shaoying said.
To be honest, the story of Silver Hook Gambling Den mostly follows Lu Xiaofeng's journey northward, and the narrative is focused on him. What happened in the Silver Hook Gambling Den during this month or two is not documented at all.
So Su Shaoying was also curious. He wondered what these men would reveal. Could they know that their boss's wife had run off with another man?
"If we tell you, will you let us go?" The leader asked.
"Of course," Hua Manlou said. "Also, do you know Lu Xiaofeng's whereabouts? Where is he going, and where is he now?"
"He's..."
Just as the leader was about to speak, his face suddenly changed, and he collapsed.
"Who's there!" Hua Manlou exclaimed softly, his figure leaping to the top of the nearby wall. He moved his ears slightly but didn't leave.
Su Shaoying didn't climb up the wall. Instead, he turned to the other two men.
At this moment, they, too, had collapsed, their faces turning a purplish-black color.
"That person has excellent lightwork," Hua Manlou said as he jumped down. "By the time I got up there, he had already blended into the crowd on the street."
Su Shaoying nodded. He tilted the first man's head slightly and saw a black spot under his neck.
"It's a poison needle," Su Shaoying said. "The technique is very skillful. It was shot from their side. By the time I heard the sound, it was too late."
Hua Manlou's eyes narrowed. "Doesn't the other party want us to know Lu Xiaofeng's whereabouts?"
"Probably," Su Shaoying nodded. Although he had read the original novel, he only knew Lu Xiaofeng's destination and not his exact route.
"The other party must have made arrangements along the way and doesn't want us to help Lu Xiaofeng," Su Shaoying said.
Hua Manlou frowned. "Could it be that Feitian Yuhu of Black Tiger Hall took action personally?"
"Is Feitian Yuhu very powerful?" Su Shaoying asked.
"Feitian Yuhu became famous more than a decade ago. He's extremely mysterious, and no one knows his true appearance. He has fought more than thirty battles of all sizes without a single defeat. He has brought all the underworld forces in the Guanlong area under his command. Together with the Western Demon Cult, they are a force to be reckoned with in the northwest," Hua Manlou explained.
Su Shaoying nodded. "That's indeed impressive."
"Feitian Yuhu must also have his eyes on the Rakshasa Plaque!" Hua Manlou said.
"That's obvious," Su Shaoying said. "How could the appearance of the Rakshasa Plaque in Guanzhong not attract Black Tiger Hall's attention?"
"Black Tiger Hall isn't like these petty gangsters," Hua Manlou said. "So, of course, Feitian Yuhu knows that the Rakshasa Plaque has been stolen. To prevent Su Han San You from taking the plaque away, he might have already given chase."
"A reasonable speculation, with good reasoning," Su Shaoying said.
Hua Manlou nodded. "It seems that Lu Xiaofeng is in quite a bit of trouble this time."
Su Han San You and Feitian Yuhu were certainly no small troubles. However, this time, the trouble wasn't caused by Lu Xiaofeng himself but by the schemes of Lan Huzi and Fang Yfei.
The afternoon passed quickly, and Black Tiger Hall no longer caused any trouble for the two of them. The person who had secretly attacked the Black Tiger Hall expert also did not reappear, and even the small town fell into an eerie calm.
As the sun set, a particular alley on the north side of the town suddenly came to life.
Silver Hook Gambling Den had opened its doors.
"Although this place isn't Chang'an City, it's not far from it. Ever since the Silver Hook Gambling Den became famous, many wealthy people from Chang'an have come here to seek entertainment," Su Shaoying said.
"You know quite a bit," Hua Manlou said with a smile.
"While the Emei Sect may not be privy to secret information, we certainly don't miss out on what's common knowledge," Su Shaoying replied with a smile.
Hua Manlou couldn't help but smile. "For example, the owner of the Silver Hook Gambling Den has four wives?"
Su Shaoying shook his head and laughed. "Now you're putting us in a difficult spot."
The two men arrived at the entrance of the gambling den, and the burly men guarding the door did not obstruct their path this time but instead welcomed them in with smiling faces.
The inside of the Silver Hook Gambling Den was like a completely different world from the outside.
The alley outside was deserted and quiet, with sparse lights and a chilly autumn breeze that brought a sense of desolation.
But once they stepped into the gambling den, the air seemed to crackle with excitement.
It was brightly lit, lavishly decorated, and the luxurious hall was filled with warmth and cheer. The clinking of silver coins, dice, and pai gow tiles created a crisp, pleasant melody. The scent of fine wine mingled with the fragrance of expensive powders, adding a hint of intrigue to the atmosphere.
The Silver Hook Gambling Den was a place of extravagance, and its patrons were no different.
This wasn't just some small gambling joint found on street corners; its guests were wealthy and influential.
Here, one could find high rollers who wagered fortunes, flamboyant women, shrewd gamblers, and of course, the occasional dreamer seeking a windfall.
Hua Manlou's ears twitched. "I recognize at least five familiar voices here."
For someone like Hua Manlou to recognize a voice, it certainly belonged to someone of significance in the martial arts world.
Su Shaoying scanned the room and nodded. "Indeed, there seem to be several experts here, and one of them stands out quite distinctly."
Intrigued, Hua Manlou asked, "Who is it?"
"It's the expert from the Five Tigers of Shanxi's Duanmen Knife style," Su Shaoying replied.
Even though they were from different worlds, the disciples of the Five Tigers of Shanxi's Duanmen Knife style were easily recognizable because they all used the same type of knife.
Hua Manlou smiled. "I heard that the Peng family and Black Tiger Hall have had several clashes."
It was only natural for conflicts to arise due to the similar-sounding names. After all, even something as trivial as a nickname could lead to duels, as seen between "One Knife Rules the Nine Provinces" and "Lightning Knife." So, it was no surprise that Black Tiger Hall and the Five Tigers of Shanxi's Duanmen Knife style, being major forces, would come into conflict.
"Even the Peng family is interested in the Rakshasa Plaque?"
"It seems that even before Lu Xiaofeng's return, there were undercurrents and rising tensions here."
"But with this development, it won't be easy to meet Lan Huzi and Fang Yfei."
Su Shaoying looked around. While there were indeed several experts in the main hall, the people standing guard around the gambling den were also not to be underestimated. It was clear that the Silver Hook Gambling Den had recruited many formidable fighters to ensure its prominence.
(End of Chapter)
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