Xingtian dared to make his move because he had the backing of the secret faction. He was a smart man, and since the secret faction wanted to use him, how could he not seize this opportunity? Mutual exploitation wouldn’t bring him any loss…
However, despite all his calculations, Xingtian never expected that Leishan seemed to know their plans inside out.
“Xingtian, considering all you’ve done for the Leishan Gang, I’ll give you one last chance if you’re willing to back down. Moreover, if you like that woman, I can even grant her to you…”
Leishan’s eyes flashed with a cold glint. Xingtian had crossed his bottom line, and unless he was absolutely certain he could eliminate Xingtian, he would not make any concessions.
Xingtian wasn’t surprised that Leishan knew about his affair with that woman. If Leishan could control Xiaodao and Wang Wei, naturally he would know much more.
“Do you really think you can keep your promise? Others may not know you well, but I, Xingtian, understand you better. After this incident, everyone who dares to show defiance today will likely face death…”
Xingtian clearly understood his current situation. If he backed down, Leishan might not act against him immediately, but in the near future, he would surely suffer a tragic fate.
As he spoke, his gaze swept across the crowd behind him. Everyone could sense the threat in his words. If their stance wasn’t firm, the only outcome would still be death…
Upon hearing this, several elders of the Leishan Gang standing behind Xingtian immediately abandoned any thoughts of compromise. Although Leishan was ambitious, he was also ruthless. If they truly acted as fence-sitters today, their fate would undoubtedly be grim.
Moreover, in Xingtian’s eyes, even without the secret faction, he and Leishan each controlled half of the Leishan Gang, and neither could completely eliminate the other…
“Xingtian, you’re too naive. Do you really think that alone I could know so much about your plans?”
Clearly, Leishan had anticipated this scenario. Xingtian understood him well enough, or else he wouldn’t have risen so high. Even though Xingtian’s influence was no weaker than Leishan’s, Leishan still hadn’t acted against him.
Furrowing his brows slightly, Xingtian suddenly realized he might have overlooked something crucial…
Leishan was indeed capable but acted recklessly. Xingtian couldn’t understand why Leishan was so calm and collected, and how he could detect the secret faction’s movements. If he hadn’t guessed wrong, there must be someone behind Leishan.
“How much you know doesn’t matter to me at all. Today, it’s either your death or mine…”
If he let Leishan continue speaking, Xingtian couldn’t guarantee that even he himself wouldn’t waver. Therefore, he wanted to act quickly now. As for the outcome, it was beyond his prediction.
“Then I shall oblige you…”
Taking a couple of steps back, Leishan said solemnly. Immediately afterward, numerous gang members flooded into the hall. Xingtian’s expression darkened. As a high-ranking member of the Leishan Gang, he had never seen these people before.
“Prepare for a fight to the death…”
A bitter smile appeared on Xingtian’s lips. Being in the underworld was like carrying your head on your belt, but he hadn’t expected to be caught in a stalemate at such a moment. Unconsciously, he had already mentally comforted Xiaodao and Wang Wei.
“Good thing I didn’t miss this spectacular show. Otherwise, today would have been a complete waste…”
Just as the two sides were about to clash, a voice abruptly echoed within the hall. Before anyone present could react, a figure had already appeared before them.
Everyone inhaled sharply. Who the hell was this person? Such speed was beyond human capability…
“Who is this man?!”
Xingtian was the first to recover. Looking at the man before him, a glimmer of hope appeared in his eyes. He recalled how Xiaodao and Wang Wei had appeared silently at the villa. Could this man also be from the secret faction?
“You can call me Young Master or, Master…”
The one who appeared in the hall was none other than Xiao Yufan, who had arrived in Dongling. He had sent Tianyi to deal with Xiaodao and Wang Wei’s matters while he came directly to the Leishan Gang alone, displaying the demeanor of a king!
“Young Master?”
Xingtian didn’t feel offended at all. Instead, he suddenly became excited. “Young Master”—if there was one person in the secret faction worthy of this title, it would undoubtedly be the heir of the secret faction.
“You’ve got some guts. Xiaodao and Wang Wei have at least chosen a reliable person…”
Xingtian was recognized immediately, for Xiaodao had already told Xiao Yufan all the plans. Daring to act against the Leishan Gang and remaining so calm, Xingtian was indeed a promising talent.
“Hmph, I thought you were someone important. Turns out you’re just an arrogant fool. Do you think the Leishan Gang is a place where you can come and go as you please?”
Although Leishan hadn’t spoken, he had been closely observing Xiao Yufan. Upon hearing their conversation, he immediately realized that the newcomer was an enemy, not a friend.
“I can come here whenever I want, and no one can stop me. If I wish to leave, none of you have the qualification to detain me!”
Arrogant—absolutely arrogant. Only a fool or an extremely formidable figure would dare to speak such words at this moment. Witnessing Xiao Yufan’s terrifying speed, no one considered him a fool.
“Is that so? I’d like to see what kind of strength makes Xingtian willingly become your dog…”
Leishan was furious. Xiao Yufan had completely disregarded him, which made him extremely angry. Even if this man was strong, they had hundreds of men here. Wasn’t it easy to subdue him? Once he captured this man, he would make him taste unbearable agony.
At the same time, Xingtian’s expression wasn’t very pleasant either. However, he soon recovered, realizing that if this man before him possessed absolute power, obeying him wouldn’t be impossible…
“And aren’t you also willingly becoming someone else’s dog?”
Xiao Yufan coldly snorted, a sinister smile curling the corner of his lips. He slightly raised his eyes, speaking in an odd tone, clearly implying something. Obviously, he had discovered something important.
“What…”
Leishan was momentarily confused, his brows slightly furrowing. He realized he might have underestimated this man. Could it be that this man knew about his relationship with those people? But that shouldn’t be possible.
“You’ll know soon enough why…”
Unwilling to waste more words with this man, Xiao Yufan stood with his hands behind his back, silently observing the members of the Leishan Gang. His facial expression, with that enigmatic smile, revealed nothing of his thoughts…
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