Chen Fan was, of course, unaware that Du Fumin would go to find Su Yingxia.
At this moment, he was in the Dawn Base, looking at various pieces of intelligence.
The martial arts world was gathering masters, and the wind and clouds were surging. Naturally, the authorities had taken action. The intelligence departments were almost fully deployed, and the grassroots police were also paying close attention.
For some factions, people were even sent to register their presence.
All the information obtained was finally compiled and sent to the Dawn team.
Coupled with the people caught by Fei Zheng'en the day before yesterday and the businesses sealed, the Dawn team had been extremely busy these past few days.
Chen Fan looked through the profiles of the martial artists one by one. While not complete, they included information on many martial artists.
"Have you found any trace of Yin Yazhi and the others?" Chen Fan asked.
"No."
Xiang Jingzhu said, "According to what you said, the clothing and appearance of these three should be very conspicuous, but the people below have found nothing."
Chen Fan narrowed his eyes.
Beijing was now equivalent to a state of martial law. If Yin Yazhi and the others appeared in public, they would definitely be recognized.
The only explanation was that they were hiding somewhere.
The three of Yin Yazhi had no connection with the martial arts world, and the possibility of them being involved with the secular world in Beijing should be even lower. This meant that someone must be providing them with lodging and conveniences.
From this, his suspicion that Zuo Lizhou and Yin Yazhi had an unusual relationship was likely nine times out of ten.
Ji Cang had deliberately released news, which had already caused some impact among the many martial artists.
However, Zuo Lizhou would naturally not admit to such a thing, and it would not cause him much trouble.
It was the Brotherhood, however, that was unusual. Fei Zheng'en's death seemed to have caused no stir, and the Brotherhood had taken no action.
Tomorrow was the day of the battle of the Grandmasters. Chen Fan was inclined to believe that this was the time when the true purpose would be revealed.
But he still didn't know what actions the Brotherhood and the Hero Alliance would take.
With so many Grandmasters gathered in Beijing, the situation was complex. Such an opportunity, it was said, the Brotherhood would not miss.
But Fei Zheng'en seemed more like a pawn abandoned by the Brotherhood, and the Brotherhood's actions were quite strange.
Chen Fan still hadn't figured out the true purpose of the Heavenly Official, or rather, the leader of the Brotherhood.
If the Brotherhood wanted to kill him, no one had come to trouble him after the Hero Alliance meeting yesterday.
After reviewing all sorts of intelligence and information, Chen Fan called a meeting to discuss the matter again. In the end, he could only remind everyone to be alert and extra cautious tomorrow.
By evening, Chen Fan was still worried about Chen Xing'er and drove home.
When he returned home, Chen Xing'er was nowhere to be found.
He called her and only then learned that Chen Xing'er planned to stay at the Cao family's place tonight.
"Not coming back tonight?" Chen Fan frowned and said, "Beijing is not very peaceful lately. It's better to come back and stay."
"Not coming back," Chen Xing'er said, "Wan'er is going abroad to study in a couple of days, so I'll spend more time with her. Chen Tianjiao, don't be long-winded. What's unsafe about staying at the Cao family's?"
Chen Fan was startled and thought, This is not unreasonable.
The Cao family was a prominent family, with a lot of bodyguards and guards, including professionals. It wouldn't be unsafe.
In comparison, his own side was more dangerous.
After all, if a martial arts Grandmaster came looking for him, he might not be able to take care of Chen Xing'er.
"Alright, then don't go out tomorrow. I'll have my grandfather arrange for some bodyguards to protect you."
Chen Fan was persuaded, he said.
Chen Xing'er did not refuse. She said, "Got it, Chen Tianjiao. Be careful yourself. I know you're a troublemaker and you have countless enemies."
Chen Fan was speechless at this.
After hanging up the phone, Chen Fan called the old housekeeper of the Chen family and asked him to arrange for someone to protect Chen Xing'er at the Cao family's.
After doing this, he felt much more at ease and entered the house to cultivate.
However, he still felt a sense of unease.
Frowning, he suddenly left the courtyard silently.
Without driving, he moved like a phantom and left the courtyard a certain distance away before calling a car. About ten minutes later, he arrived at a small alley.
He knocked on the door for a while before it was opened. A gentle-looking woman's face appeared behind the door.
Seeing Chen Fan, she frowned slightly and then moved aside to let him in.
Entering the living room, the woman did not speak, turned around, and disappeared.
After waiting for three minutes, a middle-aged man walked into the room. Seeing Chen Fan, his slightly pale face showed no excess emotion. He said, "You always come so late, disturbing my sleep, don't you know?"
Chen Fan said directly, "I've run into some trouble and need you to give me some advice!"
The man said, "Is it related to the recent events in Beijing?"
"You know?" Chen Fan asked.
"I've seen some news. The situation has been too turbulent lately, and many people have fallen. There are also rumors in the streets that many people with great skills have appeared."
"Of course, the most important thing is that the police investigations have been very strict recently. It is said that many wanted criminals have been caught because of this!"
The man said.
Chen Fan smiled.
The gentle woman placed two cups of goji berry tea in front of them.
Looking at the red goji berries floating in the boiling water, Chen Fan was somewhat speechless.
"It can't be helped. I'm old now, not like when I was guarding the border with you."
The man said.
Chen Fan picked up his cup and took a sip. He said, "The force I need to deal with is called the Brotherhood, the mastermind behind that incident three years ago..."
While drinking tea, Chen Fan narrated the information he had.
"Wait a moment!"
The man raised his hand and said, "Wife, get me a pen and a notebook."
The woman brought a notebook and a pen and placed them in front of the man. She said, "Your health is not good, don't stay up too late!"
The man held his wife's hand, full of tenderness, gave her a comforting look, and then motioned for Chen Fan to continue.
Chen Fan explained in detail everything about the Brotherhood and the Hero Alliance.
The man quickly wrote down names and titles with his pen.
"Tomorrow morning at nine o'clock, Grandmaster Xiao Kai and Watanabe Gui Ming will fight on the ancient city wall of Seven Star Ridge."
"This battle has shocked the martial arts world and can be said to be the most important event recently. You may not be fully aware of the destructive power of martial arts Grandmasters. It can be said that a battle between two Grandmasters can destroy a building without any problem... Big Storm Novel"
"The Brotherhood and the Hero Alliance are very close. I previously thought they were two sides of the same coin, but now it seems that the controllers of these two are not the same person."
"..."
Chen Fan explained one by one.
As the man listened, he made various annotations in his notebook, drawing circles or lines.
"That Wu Zhao, do you think this person has a high status in the Brotherhood, and his demeanor is extraordinary?"
"Yes." Chen Fan picked up the kettle to add water and said, "What I want to know most now is, what will they do tomorrow, and what are their plans!"
The man fell into thought, his pen in his hand, his eyes seemingly losing focus.
Chen Fan did not interrupt him.
After more than ten minutes, the man finally spoke, "You are not the Brotherhood's greatest enemy."
Chen Fan said, "Because of Fei Zheng'en?"
"Yes, Di Sha is clearly not of low rank. He knew who the Heavenly Official was and that he was a big figure in Beijing, yet he became a discarded piece!"
"The Brotherhood's goal is not to kill you, or rather, they don't want to kill you before achieving a certain objective!"
Chen Fan had no doubt about the man's judgment. He said, "Then what will their goal be?"
"Cannot determine!"
The man said leisurely, "However, based on all the intelligence information you've provided, I think there's a possibility, and that is Zuo Lizhou of the Hero Alliance!"
Chen Fan's expression trembled. "Old Bai, how did you come to this conclusion?"
"That Wu Zhao, I am inclined to believe he is the controller of the Brotherhood."
Old Bai said, "According to your description, this person is extraordinary in bearing and demeanor, extremely intelligent, and likes to take the lead everywhere. Such a person would not be willing to be subservient."
"Moreover, that incident three years ago involved seven top aristocratic families. This person is likely someone from a top aristocratic family."
"For such a person to become the top figure of the Hero Alliance, what is he seeking?"