Culinan, having weathered many storms, quickly forced himself to calm down. Although their small team currently lacked experts at the fifth level, their combined strength through cooperation was nearly equivalent.
More importantly, Hawk Eye and Meat Mountain had received special weapon enhancements from Li Chonglou. Despite the opponent's strength, they were still outnumbered, and victory was within their grasp!
Yes, in Culinan's perception, among the three, only the young man who had just made a move possessed monstrous strength. The other two felt no different from ordinary people.
The security guard dared not delay, quickly grabbing his walkie-talkie and switching to Zhou Tong's private channel, reporting the incident.
Zhou Tong, who was discussing various matters with Du Tian, his expression changed drastically upon hearing the report.
"Mr. Du, it seems we have a big problem this time. Please allow me to handle it first."
Du Tian was present when the security guard reported, and their conversation was clear. As an experienced veteran, he immediately offered the most accurate advice.
"I advise you to notify that young man immediately. This kind of enemy is not something you can handle."
Du Tian's judgment was undeniably sharp. Given the current situation in Shangjing, anyone daring to act like this must have significant backing. Although he was unsure of what these so-called "commoners" represented, his intuition told him that these newcomers were no ordinary individuals!
Zhou Tong instantly understood the gravity of the situation. It was the first time Du Tian had spoken up about such matters; usually, he only offered opinions on company development!
Without a moment's hesitation, after notifying Chen Pao and the others, Zhou Tong immediately contacted Li Chonglou.
"What! The Commoners' Association!"
Li Chonglou, who was taking a taxi back to the company, his face paled instantly upon hearing these words. He hadn't expected that the moment they learned of this organization's existence, they would come knocking at their door.
Zhou Tong asked doubtfully, "Brother Li, do you know about the Commoners' Association? Who are they, and why would they dare to act so boldly at this time?"
Li Chonglou said urgently, "I only just learned of their existence. Tell Chen Pao and the others not to act rashly, but to stall them. I'll be back within half an hour!"
Because he had to meet Mu Qi, he had traveled quite far. Even rushing back with his internal energy would take over ten minutes. For half an hour, he would also need to consult Elder Tie.
Fighting only battles with a guaranteed chance of winning was the approach of wise men!
Zhou Tong agreed and relayed the message to Chen Pao after hanging up. Unbeknownst to him, their moods were entirely different as they returned to their official duties for the first time since arriving at the company.
Before entering the factory area, there was an open space. The three who entered walked slowly as if they owned the place, without any fuss or noise.
Chen Pao and the others rushed over upon receiving the news, including Chen Peiyue and Yi Defa, who were undergoing training.
The five of them intercepted the three in the open space.
"No wonder you came to investigate. Such a small company hides so many people from the martial arts world. This place really seems to have a problem."
The young man spoke calmly but soon noticed Chen Peiyue, his eyes lighting up.
"Oh, I didn't expect such a beauty in this small place? Her talent seems decent too?"
As soon as the five arrived, they began to scrutinize others as if they were at a street market. Naturally, their expressions were not pleasant. However, before they could speak, Culinan also arrived and quietly reminded the group.
"Everyone, don't be careless. That guy is at least at the fifth level of strength!"
Chen Pao's expression darkened, and he stepped forward to probe, "May I ask what brings you to Tong Gu Ming Jin? Do you not know this is private property and cannot be forcibly entered?"
Upon hearing this, it was clear he was an old hand. As the young man was about to speak, the man in his thirties silently following behind him suddenly spoke.
"Are you the boss here?"
Chen Pao said sternly, "I am the captain of the security team. The boss is not in the company right now, but he should be back soon. You can tell me whatever it is first."
As he spoke, Chen Pao also revealed his aura, at the peak of the fourth level. Although his combat prowess was not his specialty, he was still a member of the circle, and his cultivation level kept pace with the general progress.
Seeing this, the other members also revealed their auras. Except for Chen Peiyue, who was still at the peak of the third level, the others had successfully advanced to the fourth level.
Of course, Yi Defa, who was just tagging along, was an exception.
However, the three showed no change in their expressions. Besides disdain rising in the eyes of the bespectacled man and the young man, the middle-aged man calmly said, "Don't show off with just this much strength; it's embarrassing."
Everyone's face suddenly changed, but the middle-aged man didn't give Chen Pao a chance to speak and continued, "I am Yuan Bei, an outer sect elder of the Commoners' Association. This is our... well, in your understanding, our security guard, Qi Jing. And this is Qi Jing's disciple, Dong Wen."
Yuan Bei's sudden self-introduction confused everyone. The young man, Dong Wen, as he called him, directly said, "Brother Bei, is it necessary to be so polite to these trash?"
Yuan Bei calmly replied, "Dong Wen, do not be rude. We Commoners are not a tyrannical organization; we abide by discipline."
These simple words were more oppressive than any provocation!
What surprised everyone the most was that Dong Wen, who had just injured Culinan with one move, was merely the disciple of the bespectacled man, Qi Jing?
This meant there was more than one fifth-level expert present!
This information alone made everyone dare not underestimate them any further. Even Meat Mountain subconsciously clenched his fists tightly, fearing the three might suddenly attack.
Beside them, Hawk Eye quietly reminded Chen Peiyue, "Xiao Yue, why don't you leave first? Wait for the boss to come back and then..."
Chen Peiyue shook her head resolutely, "Master Hawk Eye, I'm not afraid."
The young man, Dong Wen, suddenly pointed at Chen Peiyue, "You, are you a freelancer or from which family?"
Chen Pao's face instantly changed, and he immediately moved to the side, blocking Chen Peiyue's line of sight, "Gentlemen, I told you, you can tell me whatever it is. Also, my boss will be back soon. If there's anything..."
Before Chen Pao could finish speaking, a black shadow rapidly enlarged within his line of sight. Hawk Eye reacted the fastest, immediately shouting, "Careful!"
Unfortunately, it was too late. As soon as he spoke, Chen Pao was sent flying by a punch from Dong Wen. The others reacted quickly. Meat Mountain roared and reached out with his large hands towards Dong Wen.
But the latter only sneered and threw a punch at Meat Mountain.
Boom!
Dong Wen's fist seemed to carry an invisible missile. Even though it was still several inches away, it exploded out of thin air!
An unprecedented terrifying energy surged along Meat Mountain's large hands directly towards his face!