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Chapter 87: Exposed?
Chapter 87: Exposed?
Amidst the confused gazes of Lin Quanliang and the others, Jiang Cheng followed Zhao Xiangyu to a conference room.
The two sat face-to-face, and Zhao Xiangyu immediately spoke, "Junior Apprentice Brother Jiang, you must have heard about what happened to the Wild Wolf Gang yesterday, right?"
Jiang Cheng's mouth slightly agape, he nodded, "I heard that people on the streets are talking about it. It's said that a group of Wild Wolf Gang members were killed during the night, and the entire gang is searching for the murderer."
"That's right."
Zhao Xiangyu nodded slightly, "The one who died was a little boss of the Wild Wolf Gang, named Wei Bao, and several of his men were also killed. Junior Apprentice Brother Jiang, I'm asking you, this wasn't your doing, was it?"
Jiang Cheng's eyes widened in shock, and he pointed at himself, looking utterly astonished.
"Good, as long as it wasn't you."
Zhao Xiangyu breathed a sigh of relief.
A smile appeared on his face.
"I heard that those people were killed by something like a stick, and the Wild Wolf Gang is using this as a basis to focus their search on the three martial arts gyms on the street, inquiring about our whereabouts that night."
"Senior Apprentice Brother Zhao, do you mean they even suspect you?"
"Yes, it's just that they obviously don't dare to do it. Considering they won't last long, we don't bother to argue with them. Junior Apprentice Brother Jiang, you don't need to be nervous. I just wanted to confirm with you that it wasn't your doing, and honestly, I don't think it's you either. Although your staff technique is impressive, sparring and killing are two different matters, let alone killing over a dozen people at once. One wrong move could cost your life."
"Yes, I don't have such abilities." Jiang Cheng self-deprecatingly replied. Although Senior Apprentice Brother Zhao was a good person, when it came to matters of life and death, it was best to keep secrets.
Moreover, people could change, and the words spoken might be kept secret by Senior Apprentice Brother Zhao for now, but what about in a few days? Or a month? No one could predict such matters.
However, the next moment, Jiang Cheng said, "I wish someone would step forward and wipe out all those gangs."
After all, only those who had lived under the gangs' rule knew how difficult life was for ordinary people.
"It's not that simple to eradicate them."
Zhao Xiangyu sighed, a helpless expression on his face, "Junior Apprentice Brother Jiang, do you really think the gangs are the root cause of all this?"
"What do you mean, Senior Apprentice Brother Zhao?"
"Where there are people, there are interests, even the slums are no exception. Gangs are just pawns; the real power players are in the outer city. Let me give you a simple example. A large portion of the money collected by the gangs each month is sent upwards. I think you understand what I'm saying, right?"
Jiang Cheng fell silent for a moment, then nodded.
"Good, as long as you understand. The situation in the slums can't be changed by killing a few gang members. Even if you eliminate one, within half a month, a second or third one will appear. So, remember, unless absolutely necessary, avoid conflicts with them."
After giving a few more reminders, Zhao Xiangyu left the conference room with Jiang Cheng.
On the second floor, Senior Apprentice Brother Zeng had arrived and was instructing a member.
Seeing Jiang Cheng return, Lin Quan Liang and the others surrounded him, curious to know what had happened.
Jiang Cheng shook his head with a bitter smile, indicating that the matter was a bit complicated and that he would explain later when there was a chance.
Upon hearing this, they immediately decided to have lunch together and listen carefully.
Soon after, Jiang Cheng found an opportunity to speak with Senior Apprentice Brother Zeng.
After expressing his thoughts, Senior Apprentice Brother Zeng thought for a moment and nodded, "It's possible.
"!"
Jiang Cheng's eyes widened in surprise.
He never expected the latter to agree so readily, and even took the initiative to lower the cost from 200 per hour to 150, for a total of four hours from 8 AM to 12 PM.
"Senior Brother Zeng, I'll trouble you for the next few days." Jiang Cheng expressed his gratitude.
"It's nothing."
Senior Brother Zeng calmly replied, "The martial arts gym already offers this kind of service. If you didn't come to me, it would be the same as going to Junior Brother Zhao. However, when it's my turn to guide everyone, it'll be like today, and there's no way I can be your sparring partner. On that day, you can find others, and I can speak to them on your behalf."
"No problem."
Jiang Cheng smiled.
Today, he was a little late, and next time, he could look for Senior Brother Zhao.
If it's just for a day, the other party probably won't refuse.
Senior Sister Bai, he didn't want to look for her, but if he did, within an hour, the news would likely reach Senior Brother Xiao's ears.
Currently, he was still weak, so it was better not to provoke that person.
Time quickly passed, and by noon, after sparring with Senior Brother Zeng, his double stick experience points increased by more than a hundred points.
Lin Quan Liang and the others once again extended an invitation, and Jiang Cheng, having no choice, followed them. However, this time, he didn't plan to take advantage anymore, and agreed to split the bill.
They went to Tan Family Restaurant again, and the group found a private room and ordered a table full of dishes.
"Junior Brother Jiang, this morning, Senior Brother Zhao mysteriously called you over. What was it about?" Lin Quan Liang took the lead in asking.
"Yeah, Junior Brother Jiang, I rarely see Senior Brother Zhao with a stern face." Sun Xiaoli also smiled and asked.
"Actually, it's not a big deal."
Jiang Cheng explained the situation.
Sure enough, everyone present was stunned, and then burst into laughter.
"Hahaha, Junior Brother Jiang, are you saying Senior Brother Zhao suspects you of killing those from the Wild Wolf Gang?"
"That's too funny, right? How could Junior Brother Jiang possibly be that kind of person?"
"Exactly, I heard that person is ruthless and cruel. Wei Bao and the others were drinking in the yard last night, and it was a person named Jiang Xiong. As a result, those few were also killed, and the two women in the room went missing, probably abducted by the murderer. It's clear that person is also lustful. Is Junior Brother Jiang that kind of person?"
"I think Junior Brother Jiang probably hasn't even held a woman's hand."
Upon hearing this, Sun Xiaoli quietly observed Jiang Cheng.
"Yeah, so I said I'm not that kind of person. Senior Brother Zhao didn't take it seriously either. He just asked me not to provoke those people and focus on martial arts training." Jiang Cheng sighed.
He couldn't help but feel a mischievous delight. If they knew the murderer was him, what kind of expression would they show?
"Come, come, let's eat while the food is still hot."
Someone spoke, and everyone started using their chopsticks.
As they ate, they chatted about various topics.
Jiang Cheng listened from the side, gaining new knowledge.
The conversation eventually led to the topic of secret martial arts.
Although the Horn Clan had issued martial arts and gun bans, there were still people who secretly possessed them, and discussions were common. However, openly discussing these topics in front of outsiders was not advisable.
The group's conversation in front of Jiang Cheng clearly showed their trust and acceptance of him as one of their own.
So, Jiang Cheng seized the opportunity and asked, "Senior Brother Lin, Senior Brother Zeng, and the others, do they know secret martial arts?"
(End of Chapter)
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