Chapter 515: Internal Turmoil
Chapter 515: Internal Turmoil
The Elephant Gang guards in the corridor glanced at each other and stepped aside.
Chen Chuan strode into the hall, his footsteps echoing on the polished floor adorned with intricate colorful patterns. Having entered the second stage of his training and mastered some techniques, he no longer exuded the raw power that he had during the first stage. When he met with Deng Xing earlier, he had kept his mental state in check.
However, on his way here, he intentionally unleashed his mental and domain powers. Under the impact of his mental strength, ordinary people would lose consciousness immediately.
This action was a clear signal to those inside that he had arrived, and by the time they reacted, he was already inside.
In the hall, Chen Chuan scanned the area and saw four elderly and middle-aged men dressed in Sheni attire.
The Elephant Gang was bound by clan kinship, and these elders were not only the gang's senior members but also the respected elders of the younger generation. The middle-aged man was exceptionally robust, wearing a jade earring and holding a whip, exuding an aura of strength.
Surrounding them were over twenty guards, all holding guns and watching Chen Chuan intently.
In the center of the hall, a young man was tied up and kneeling on the ground. His muscles bulged, and even in his kneeling position, his aura was more imposing than most in the room, immediately drawing attention. This must be Tu Na.
The tall elder stepped forward, his politeness tinged with caution: "We didn't expect the visit of Captain Chen from the Handling Bureau. May I ask, Captain Chen, what brings you to our Elephant Gang?"
Chen Chuan wasn't surprised that he knew him. If a gang in Central City didn't recognize a fighter like him who held a position in the Handling Bureau, then they wouldn't have lasted this long.
The elder spoke Dachun dialect fluently without a trace of an accent. Although the Sheni people lived in Central City, they formed their own circle and remained quite closed off, preserving their language. However, for the same reason, they were also looked down upon and marginalized by other Central City residents.
In contrast, the people from the foreign island countries almost all spoke the Dachun dialect fluently, effortlessly using old-era idioms and proverbs. If one didn't look at their clothing and customs, they were hardly distinguishable from the Dachun people, which gave them a significant advantage in Central City.
Chen Chuan asked, "What's your name?"
The elder replied, "Tu Man."
Chen Chuan checked the information he had recorded earlier. This person should be Tu Na's brother, responsible for the gang's daily affairs.
Chen Chuan said, "I'm here on a commission from the Bureau, tracking an important lead. I suspect that your leader's death is connected to the Swordfish Gang and the Ferris Wheel Company behind them. So, I need to talk to someone in your gang who can make decisions."
His words caused a stir among those present. Wasn't it said that Tu Na's negligence in choosing the wrong medicine led to the leader's death?
So, the Swordfish Gang and the Ferris Wheel Company were involved?
This explanation seemed more acceptable.
Even Tu Na, who was kneeling, turned to look at Chen Chuan. The middle-aged man stepped forward and lashed his whip across Tu Na's back, shouting, "Kneel down!"
Tu Na slowly knelt back down.
Tu Man spoke in a deep voice, "Captain Chen, are you saying the Swordfish Gang and the Ferris Wheel Company are behind this?"
Chen Chuan replied, "I'm still investigating. Otherwise, I wouldn't be here today. The Bureau received advance notice, and I was just looking into the situation. I didn't expect things to have already escalated here."
The middle-aged man stepped forward and asked, "Captain Chen, do you have concrete evidence?"
Chen Chuan glanced at him but didn't respond.
"Tu Man!" The elder reprimanded him. "Captain Chen is an Execution Captain from the Handling Bureau. He wouldn't make such statements without solid leads."
They weren't like the Tian Shu Gang, with its numerous powerful fighters, nor did they have the backing of the Ferris Wheel Company like the Swordfish Gang. Initially, they were just a group of foreign workers who banded together.
Although the gang's younger members held official matters in disdain, these old-school figures still feared the authorities.
Moreover, he felt that if it weren't for the Chen Chuan didn't need to come to the Elephant Gang, and his words were quite credible.
Chen Chuan turned to Tu Na and said, "You said that the leader's death was due to the medication you provided. Of course, we'll investigate you."
Chen Chuan said, "Of course, we'll investigate. I need to take this person away and get to the bottom of this."
This was the simplest way to handle the situation. Chen Chuan had no intention of arguing on Tu Na's behalf; it would be pointless. Taking the person out for questioning was the direct approach, and it would also provide an opportunity to gather more information.
Tu Man hesitated for a moment.
The middle-aged man quickly turned to Tu Man, reminding him, "This is our gang's internal matter. We don't want the Handling Bureau getting involved; it will leave future troubles."
Chen Chuan's tone remained calm. "You might have misunderstood. I'm here to inform you, not to seek your opinion."
"You..." The middle-aged man's expression turned angry.
Chen Chuan stood there, his intimidating presence was undeniable. When he entered earlier, almost no one outside could stand against him. Chen Chuan's keen eye for detail was apparent, and he was confident that he could easily defeat everyone present and then take the person away.
Moreover, if the other party could enter once, they could do so again. They really didn't want to face such a person, let alone the fact that the Handling Bureau was backing them.
"You will know the outcome," Chen Chuan said.
Tu Man glanced at the kneeling Tu Na, "Tu Na, did you hear that? Follow Chen Captain back and investigate thoroughly. If you can't figure it out, don't come back."
Tu Na had been paying attention to their conversation, and at that moment, he stood up, struggling against his bound iron cuffs, which snapped open. He took a deep breath and said, "I'll follow Chen Captain, and I'll find out the cause of Uncle's death."
"Then let's go," Chen Chuan said.
"Wait a moment," Tu Man called out and approached them. "Chen Captain, can we talk privately?"
Chen Chuan looked at him, "Sure."
Tu Man gestured, leading Chen Chuan to a nearby open space. When they were far enough from the crowd, Tu Man said, "Chen Captain, I don't believe this is something Tu Na could do.
Tu Ge's health hasn't been good, and he's been preparing for the leadership transition. He was going to hand over the position to Tu Na, which is why he was in charge of daily medications. Why would Tu Na harm him?
Tu Na is just too stubborn. Someone must have convinced him that this matter was his responsibility.
Tu Na has a lot of influence among the youth, and dealing with him is tricky. I think this is what the Swordfish Gang and Ferris Wheel Company are after. So, having Chen Captain take him away is a good thing. I hope the Handling Bureau can investigate this matter thoroughly.
I know the Handling Bureau doesn't want to see the Swordfish Gang dominating in the Dewy Zone. We in the Elephant Gang still have some use for you."
Chen Chuan thought this old man was quite shrewd. His intentions were clear; he wanted the Handling Bureau to clear Tu Na's name and bring him back to inherit the gang leadership, ensuring stability. He also subtly expressed his willingness to cooperate with the Handling Bureau.
"The matter will be resolved," Chen Chuan said.
"Thank you, Chen Captain," Tu Man said.
Just then, a commotion erupted outside, with many people shouting. A gang guard used an interdimensional connector to contact someone, and his expression changed.
"Tu Liu is outside, saying that Tu Na and the Swordfish Gang poisoned the old man, causing his death. He's inciting people to seek revenge on the Swordfish Gang, and many are following him," the guard said.
The elders present were shocked and angry at Tu Liu's actions.
Chen Chuan looked outside, sensing a change in the situation.
His movements were quick, but someone else was faster.
This was likely a well-planned scheme; first, they killed Tu Ge, then incited everyone, urging them to avenge the gang leader.
The timing was also well-chosen, as it was easy to manipulate the Elephant Gang members' grief and anger, inciting them to attack the Swordfish Gang.
It was clear that after the incident, they wouldn't need to take responsibility for provoking the conflict.
Chen Chuan turned back, saying, "Mr. Tu Man, the situation is escalating quickly. This Tu Liu is problematic. You need to make a decision fast, or it'll be too late to save your gang. Or... I can make the decision for you."
Tu Man's expression changed, and he quickly consulted with the elders behind him. He knew that once the gang members were incited, they'd be like an out-of-control vehicle, charging recklessly until they shattered themselves.
The other elders couldn't see too far ahead, but they understood the danger of the situation. They couldn't let the gang members run wild. Moreover, they were highly suspicious of Tu Liu.
As the most conservative members of the gang, they didn't want to be influenced by the younger generation, which would mean a loss of power and a shift in gang leadership.
So, they quickly reached a consensus.
Tu Man returned and asked, "Chen Captain, can you handle it?"
Chen Chuan was direct, "Tell me where he is."
Tu Man immediately had someone provide the location via the interdimensional connector and sent Chen Chuan a contact method, "Chen Captain, Tu Liu is yours to deal with. We'll handle the aftermath and calm things down."
At that moment, Tu Na stepped forward, "Chen Captain, Tu Liu is powerful, and he has many followers. I'll go with you."
But Tu Man stopped him, "Tu Na, you can't go now. Stay here!"
"Mr. Tu Man is right," Chen Chuan said. "If you go now, it'll only complicate matters. I can handle this alone."
(End of Chapter)
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