At the same time, Wang Tianwen, who had walked out of the hotel, did not really leave. He naturally had no important matters to attend to.
With Chen Xiao present, what else could be more important than Chen Xiao?
He let his car drive away, while he hid in another car, silently observing the hotel entrance in the darkness.
On the other side, a group of over a dozen people arrived at the hotel entrance. The leader was Wang Tianwen's second brother, Wang Tianwu.
As soon as Wang Tianwu arrived, the hotel manager immediately came forward to greet him.
"Third Master, you are here!"
Wang Tianwu nodded and asked in a low voice, "Are you sure my elder brother has already left?"
The manager nodded heavily, "I'm sure. Elder Master's car has already driven away. I saw him get into the car with my own eyes, and only after a few minutes did I call you."
Wang Tianwu patted the manager's shoulder and praised him, "You have done very well, and it was not a waste of my careful cultivation of you."
"Thank you, Second Master."
The manager said with a fawning expression.
Then, Wang Tianwu turned to look at the crowd behind him, his face solemn, and the atmosphere was extremely murderous.
"Brothers, as the saying goes, 'a general's success is built on the bones of ten thousand soldiers.' Today is the time for us to achieve our careers. As long as we can kill Chen Xiao today, we will be remembered in history. Perhaps, if the old man is happy, he will pass the position of Pavilion Master to me. At that time, all of you will be great meritorious officials who followed the dragon, enjoying endless glory and wealth!"
Wang Tianwu's words made everyone's blood boil.
They were all Wang Tianwu's confidants, and also the strongest among Wang Tianwu's subordinates.
Wang Tianwu intended to achieve his goal in one battle by taking down Chen Xiao. At that time, he, Wang Tianwu, would be a meritorious official of the entire Hidden Sword Pavilion, much better than his elder brother who only knew how to surrender and seek peace.
The old man's health was deteriorating, and when he passed away, the position of Pavilion Master of Hidden Sword Pavilion would surely be his.
It was with such thoughts that Wang Tianwu came to assassinate Chen Xiao. As for the danger, he had considered it, but as the saying goes, fortune favors the bold.
And most importantly, having never suffered hardship since childhood, he did not believe that anyone would dare to kill him on the territory of Hidden Sword Pavilion.
"Let's go!"
Wang Tianwu waved his hand, and the group, with surging momentum, entered the hotel and headed straight for the private room where Chen Xiao and the others were.
Meanwhile, Wang Tianwen, sitting in the dimly lit car and observing secretly, smiled. He took out a cigar, lit it, and took a deep puff.
"The wind howls and the Yi River is cold, a brave warrior departs and never returns... Second brother, after so many years of rivalry, today, I, your elder brother, will personally send you on your final journey."
After speaking, a sinister cold smile appeared on Wang Tianwen's lips.
Smoking his cigar, Wang Tianwen heard sounds of chaos coming from inside the hotel, the clatter of breaking cups and plates, and heart-wrenching screams. By the time he finished smoking the cigar, all the sounds had subsided, and the surroundings fell into a deathly silence.
Less than half a minute later, the hotel manager from before ran over and knocked on the car door.
The car door opened, and the manager said with a look of panic, "Grand Master... Second Master has been killed by Chen Xiao. None of the men he brought with him survived."
It turned out that this hotel manager was a double agent, working for both Wang Tianwu and Wang Tianwen. However, based on the current situation, he seemed to be working more for the elder brother.
Wang Tianwen smiled playfully, "He's dead, so he's dead. What are you panicking about? Isn't this what was expected?"
"Yes, Grand Master is wise and heroic, and his predictions are as accurate as the gods. I am deeply impressed!"
The hotel manager swallowed and large beads of sweat trickled down his forehead.
"Are you scared? What are you afraid of? Me?"
Wang Tianwen asked with a slight squint, his smile not reaching his eyes.
"No, no, I wouldn't dare..."
The hotel manager said fearfully.
It was indeed true that he was afraid. He, a mere hotel manager, had gotten involved in this conspiracy and learned secrets he shouldn't have. It was natural for him to be scared.
"Don't worry, as long as you keep your mouth shut and don't reveal what happened today, I will guarantee your safety. Don't you know me? I'm not the kind of person who burns bridges after crossing them."
Wang Tianwen patted the manager's shoulder with a serious expression.
"Thank you, Grand Master. I will serve you with all my heart and soul until my death. As for what happened today, I only know that the young man named Chen killed Second Master. I know nothing else."
The hotel manager said immediately.
Wang Tianwen nodded with satisfaction, "Yes, very good. You may go about your business."
"Thank you, Grand Master!"
The hotel manager finally breathed a sigh of relief and turned to leave. Just then, he suddenly heard a "poof" sound, followed by a chill in his chest.
He looked down and saw a long sword piercing through his chest and protruding from it.
He died instantly without even a chance to scream.
Wang Tianwen slowly drew his long sword, wiped the bloodstains on the manager's clothes, and said lightly, "Don't blame me. When it comes to keeping secrets, the dead are always better at it than the living, don't you agree?"
Wang Tianwen sheathed his sword, lit another cigar, and then drove away, heading straight for his father's residence.
Upon arriving at his father's door, Wang Tianwen did not enter immediately. Instead, he took out a bottle of eye drops and put a few drops into his eyes, creating a false appearance of tears. He then urgently knocked on the door.
"The door is unlocked, come in."
A robust voice came from inside the room, belonging to his father.
Wang Tianwen was slightly surprised, because at this time, his father should have been lying in bed, and his guards should have opened the door for him.
When he pushed the door open, he saw Wang Xingde sitting on the sofa with his legs crossed, looking energetic and as if he had returned to his pre-poisoned state.
"Father! Has your injury improved?"
Wang Tianwen asked excitedly, but then his expression turned serious.
"No, Father, have you already taken..."
Wang Xingde nodded and said expressionlessly, "That's right, I have taken the Dragon Tiger Blood-Boosting Pill. The toxins in my body have been temporarily suppressed, and my strength will double in a short period of time!"
Wang Tianwen was startled, "Father, have you heard something?"
Then, he sighed and forced out a few tears.
"That's right, second brother... he has been murdered!"
To Wang Tianwen's surprise, Wang Xingde showed no reaction to this news, nor did he display any sadness on his face.
His expression remained as calm as ever, as if the matter had nothing to do with him.
"Father, didn't you hear what I said? Second brother has been murdered..."
Wang Tianwen repeated.
Wang Xingde cast a cold glance at Wang Tianwen, then nodded slightly.
"Yes, I know... However, isn't this exactly what you wanted?"