Chapter 912 A Sparring Match
"Master Ma Jiu, Shi Guan is extraordinarily powerful, a top-tier expert in our chamber of commerce, yet he willingly serves as second-in-command. I suspect he harbors ulterior motives!" Huang Tianqiang's eyes glinted with cold light.
Master Ma Jiu sighed, "But... the Assassin Hall had an incident, the Fire God Hall had an incident, and I truly have no capable men left under my command."
Huang Tianqiang said coldly, "Master Ma Jiu, you may be short of men, but Young Master Su Ning has people. If you help him accomplish this great deed, and ask him for a few skilled individuals, will he really refuse?"
"A sharp knife is indeed very effective, but it can also inflict harm... Master Ma Jiu, you can't hesitate any longer."
He persuaded.
Master Ma Jiu said, "Then what should we do? I can't just kill someone for no reason, can I?"
Huang Tianqiang's eyes flashed with cold light, "Master Ma Jiu, Shi Guan has already gained considerable prestige within the chamber of commerce. If he is killed just like that, many will surely be displeased. Therefore, I suggest that during this operation, we engineer an accident to cause Shi Guan's demise."
"Then, you can arrange a funeral with even higher specifications to bury that fellow. It would be considered fulfilling your duty, and no one will be able to say anything."
"Alright, we'll do as you say!"
Master Ma Jiu appeared hesitant, but in the end, he gritted his teeth and agreed.
"It's getting late, so I'll be going."
As Huang Tianqiang was about to leave, he suddenly remembered something, stopped, and turned to hand a document to Master Ma Jiu, "Master Ma Jiu, this is a document found in the villa regarding the manufacturing of a lithography machine. You can take a look first, it seems quite important."
After Huang Tianqiang left, Master Ma Jiu saw the document and was overjoyed. This document was crucial.
It was sufficient proof that the villa's security was indeed lax!
However, he had no idea that this was also a flaw deliberately left by Chen Xuan through Yang Chaotian.
Subsequently, Master Ma Jiu thought of Shi Guan again, a cold glint appearing in his eyes.
"Shi Guan... you can only blame yourself for not knowing how to conceal your brilliance..." Master Ma Jiu said coldly.
After speaking, Master Ma Jiu also informed Su Ning of what happened tonight. Upon receiving the news, Su Ning was extremely excited, "Ma Jiu, don't worry. As long as you can accomplish this matter, I will provide you with men and money afterward, making you the biggest power in Jiangnan Province!"
"Thank you, Young Master Su Ning!"
The grand promises made by Su Ning made Master Ma Jiu so excited he almost jumped.
He felt as if he saw a broad and smooth path ahead, but he didn't know that eighteen levels of hell awaited him!
The next day, at dusk.
Chen Xuan and Su Yunxi drove to an ancient villa in the suburbs.
The surrounding terrain was well-chosen, offering an advantageous position for defense and difficult for attackers, extremely beneficial for the defending party.
"It seems they also considered safety when selecting the location."
Looking at the surroundings, Chen Xuan nodded.
"Chen Xuan, do you want to transfer Professor Long to another location?" Su Yunxi asked with a frown.
"No need."
Chen Xuan shook his head, "If Professor Long is transferred elsewhere, and if Professor Long's information is leaked, it would be even worse. It's better to keep him here. Moreover, in my opinion, the ancient villa today should be the safest place in the provincial capital!"
Chen Xuan was not exaggerating with his words, as the Xuanji Hall, the Gao family, the Murong family, and the Bai family, along with numerous elites, would all be gathered here.
Su Yunxi nodded, finding Chen Xuan's words very reasonable.
As soon as they arrived at the villa, Su Yunxi eagerly went to find Professor Long, while Chen Xuan headed to the main hall.
"Brother Xuan, the Murong family's contingent has arrived!"
Suddenly, Yang Chaotian walked in and said to Chen Xuan.
"Please, quickly!"
Chen Xuan nodded immediately.
Soon, the sound of footsteps echoed, and a group of people walked in.
Each figure moved with agility, all clad in black martial arts uniforms, their aura exceptionally solid, clearly indicating they were the cream of the crop.
"Greetings, Mr. Chen!"
They bowed towards Chen Xuan as they stood up.
"Rise, no need to be so formal. We are all family," Chen Xuan waved his hand.
The group quickly straightened up.
Chen Xuan's gaze swept over them, seeing that the leader was none other than Old Ghost Murong, and beside him were the familiar Bone Elder and Blood Elder. He laughed heartily, "Why have you all come? Didn't you leave anyone to guard the house?"
Old Ghost Murong, Bone Elder, and Blood Elder were all pillars of the Murong family. Why had they all come?
Logically, someone should have stayed behind to guard!
"Old Master Murong insisted that we all come. As for the Murong family, there's nothing else happening at the moment," Old Ghost Murong said with a chuckle.
"Haha, then I must thank Old Master Murong." Chen Xuan was not being polite, as he was in urgent need at the moment.
"Why thank my grandfather? It's better to thank me!"
Suddenly, a charming voice rang out.
A sexy figure walked out from behind the crowd, her beautiful eyes fixed on Chen Xuan, sparkling with affection and tenderness.
"Murong Meng?"
Chen Xuan was also surprised to see this person.
He hadn't really noticed Murong Meng in the group just now. It was no wonder, as Murong Meng was also wearing a stealth suit at the moment, yet it couldn't hide her sexy charm, and instead added a touch of heroic spirit.
He truly hadn't recognized her.
"Who else would it be?" Murong Meng said with a smile.
"Why are you here too?" Chen Xuan frowned.
"I'm here to help," Murong Meng pursed her lips and stared intently at Chen Xuan.
Seeing this scene, a young man beside them clenched his fist, his gaze becoming sharper.
"Cough, cough..."
Chen Xuan couldn't help but cough a few times, "Don't run around. If something happens, how will I explain to your grandfather?"
"Don't worry, I won't run around," Murong Meng said, then she hooked her arm around Chen Xuan's, "I'll just follow you, and nothing will happen."
Everyone present looked at Murong Meng's actions with astonishment.
The young man finally couldn't hold back, stepped forward, and said coldly, "Mr. Chen, I know your strength is extraordinary. Are you interested in having a sparring match?"
This young man was named Lin Ling, a direct disciple of Old Ghost Murong, who had just returned from his travels.
He had fallen for Murong Meng the first time he met her. He was very open and directly confessed his feelings to Murong Meng, but was rejected.
Later, he learned that Murong Meng actually liked Chen Xuan!
So, he inquired and found out that Chen Xuan was very powerful, and had even defeated his teacher, Old Ghost Murong. However, he didn't believe it. How could this fellow, who was one or two years younger than him, possibly defeat his teacher?
After all, his teacher was the renowned Old Ghost Murong!
It was for this reason that Lin Ling issued the challenge.
He wanted to prove that he was stronger than Chen Xuan and that he was worthy of Murong Meng!
"Lin Ling, do not be rude!"
Old Ghost Murong immediately reprimanded him upon seeing this.
"Teacher, I merely wish to spar with Mr. Chen. Could it be that this fellow admits his strength is inferior to mine and dares not accept the challenge?"
Lin Ling looked at Chen Xuan with disdain.
Old Ghost Murong knew how terrifying Chen Xuan's strength was. Lin Ling actually mocked Chen Xuan. Had he lost his mind?