Not long.
Li Dabai gathered people from two large vans downstairs at the Han Group.
The group, in a mighty procession, headed towards the address they had investigated.
This time.
Li Dabai was clearly serious.
The usual carefree look on his face was replaced by a furious expression.
Gao Xiaohai, sitting beside him, shivered.
He glanced at the fierce-looking men around him, feeling a bit intimidated.
"Brother Bai, we're just going to find someone for confirmation, do we need so many people?"
"Of course, we need to be foolproof this time!" Li Dabai sneered.
The people he had hired this time were not ordinary thugs.
They were from the Shanhe Gang in Jiangnan City, and every one of them was a skilled fighter!
He believed that even if there was an ambush, he could still take them down.
The vans drove for about an hour.
They arrived at an old residential area.
The neighborhood was quite old, and the dilapidated roads didn't even have streetlights.
This, however, inadvertently provided Li Dabai with considerable convenience.
Following the address.
Li Dabai and his group, in the darkness, climbed the stairs.
After finding the correct door number, they chose to break it down!
Bang!
Li Dabai barged in with murderous intent.
However.
After searching the house, Li Dabai was stunned.
There was no one there!
"Strange, the lights are on, where did the person go?" Li Dabai was very suspicious.
Gao Xiaohai was also a bit puzzled, but since they had come this far, they couldn't leave empty-handed.
He directly entered the master bedroom.
Just as he was about to log into the computer in the master bedroom to check the person's information.
A heavy club suddenly struck his head.
Li Dabai, who was waiting for people to return in the living room, suffered the same fate.
The people he had paid to do his bidding were knocked unconscious with a club.
"As per Boss Xiong's instructions, take them away."
After a leading figure finished speaking, Li Dabai and Gao Xiaohai were carried away.
...
At the same time.
Zhang Yang, who was preparing to rest, suddenly received a call from Mangzi.
Considering that his old residential area was difficult to find, Zhang Yang asked him to wait at the bus stop in the old residential district.
As soon as Zhang Yang arrived.
Mangzi walked towards Zhang Yang, holding a stack of documents and photos.
"Doctor Zhang, I have some leads on what you asked me to investigate."
Upon seeing Zhang Yang, Mangzi handed him the items in his hand.
As Zhang Yang flipped through them, Mangzi explained.
"Based on the information you provided, we visited the scene from that day."
"Although the surveillance cameras on both sides of the road were deleted by the perpetrator, we were quite lucky."
"We found the video of the car accident in the surveillance footage of a shop."
"Starting from this angle, we found the photos of the driver who caused the accident."
"After some investigation, we discovered that the person who killed you is a member of the Shanhe Gang!"
"The Shanhe Gang was previously unknown in Jiangnan City, but they rose to prominence a year ago."
"We don't know who supported them, but their influence has grown rapidly, and they can now contend with the Fengyun Association."
Listening to Mangzi's explanation, Zhang Yang closed the资料 given to him and frowned.
"Someone from the Shanhe Gang? I have no enmity with them, why would they want to harm me?"
Regarding this.
Mangzi also shook his head.
"We don't know about that, but our informant within the Shanhe Gang discovered a coincidence."
"The original leader of the Shanhe Gang mysteriously disappeared after your second car accident, and someone else took his place."
"Doctor Zhang, I have already informed Third Master about this matter, and Third Master will try to negotiate with them."
Hearing Mangzi's arrangement, Zhang Yang quickly waved his hand.
"Thank you for your help, but there's no need to trouble Third Master."
"Mangzi, give me the information of the current leader of the Shanhe Gang, I'll go meet him myself!"
Mangzi hesitated for a moment, thinking of the Shanhe Gang's current scale, and shook his head.
"Doctor Zhang, the strength of the Shanhe Gang should not be underestimated, and the new leader is quite skilled."
"It's better to leave this matter to us, otherwise if you go alone, I'm afraid..."
Although Mangzi didn't finish his sentence, Zhang Yang understood what he meant.
He couldn't help but smile.
"Mangzi, give me the information of the Shanhe Gang leader. Don't worry, I won't get hurt."
"I dared to smash the Sheraton Hotel, so why should I be afraid of the Shanhe Gang?"
"This..." Mangzi hesitated for a while.
Since Third Master was saved by Zhang Yang, they had also investigated Zhang Yang's background.
When they learned that.
Zhang Yang had smashed the Sheraton and defeated everyone from the Nangong family, they were still very shocked.
However.
There were many rumors and versions of this incident.
Reason told Mangzi that Zhang Yang definitely couldn't have done it alone.
Therefore, he still didn't want Zhang Yang to get involved in this mess by himself.
"Doctor Zhang, it's better to let us handle this matter," Mangzi said.
"I said, give me the information of the Shanhe Gang leader. If you don't give it to me, I'll ask myself!" Zhang Yang's gaze deepened.
This...
Seeing Zhang Yang's attitude, Mangzi could only sigh.
"Sigh, the current leader of the Shanhe Gang is Chen Xiong, around forty years old, with a combat power index of Ren-level."
"At this time, he should be at the Shanhe Gang's headquarters, inside the Shanhe Club."
Zhang Yang was stunned for a moment.
"Combat power index? Ren-level? What is that?"
Mangzi was a little surprised.
Zhang Yang had caused a disturbance at the Sheraton, so he should be a martial arts expert.
How could he not even know what Ren-level was?
Could it be that the rumors were true.
The people who smashed the Sheraton Hotel that day were not Zhang Yang.
But the Dragon Group, who owed Zhang Yang a favor?
"Doctor Zhang, you don't know the classification of martial arts levels?"
Zhang Yang shook his head and said sheepishly.
"I really don't know, why don't you tell me."
Mangzi looked strange.
"I don't know much about the classification of combat power indices."
"Because my combat power index has just been rated as Kui-level by the Martial Arts Association."
"The first four combat power indices I know represent the combat effectiveness of external martial arts, namely Kui, Ren, Xin, and Geng levels."
Zhang Yang was very surprised.
So there was such a classification.
Although he had obtained the inheritance of the "Carefree Immortal Scripture".
The realm classification in the "Carefree Immortal Scripture" seemed to be completely different from this.
However, it didn't matter.
"Alright, I got it. Lend me your car, and I'll return it to you tomorrow."
Zhang Yang took the car keys from Mangzi.
He opened the door, got in the car, stepped on the accelerator, and headed straight for the Shanhe Club.
Watching the car's taillights quickly disappear from view, Mangzi's expression was somewhat solemn.
"Brother Mangzi, should we inform Third Master about this?" a subordinate asked.
"No, Third Master has just recovered from a serious illness, we can't disturb him." Mangzi shook his head.
Third Master's combat power index was also at Ren-level.
If they informed him, they wouldn't have to worry about Chen Xiong.
However, Third Master was just recovering from his injuries.
He probably wouldn't have much of a chance against Chen Xiong.
Thinking of this.
Mangzi's eyes hardened.
"Don't tell Third Master about this, but we must remember Doctor Zhang's kindness!"
"Sanwazi, go gather the brothers of the Fengyun Association, we'll go together this time!"
Sanwazi was stunned.
"Brother Mangzi, if Third Master doesn't go, can we be Chen Xiong's opponent?"
Mangzi gritted his teeth, intending to face the challenge head-on.
"Why so much nonsense, just do as I say!"
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Shanhe Club.
Chen Xiong, dressed in loose training clothes, strode into the private room.
Looking at the two bound figures, one black and one white, lying on the sofa.
He couldn't help but sneer.
"Heh heh, Madam Han's guess was right, this Young Master Li really doesn't make things easy."
"Get a basin of cold water and wake them up!"
A subordinate obeyed the order and immediately brought a bucket of water.
Splash~
Li Dabai and Gao Xiaohai, who had been knocked unconscious, suddenly jolted awake.
The two opened their eyes and quickly looked around.
When they realized they were tied up, they panicked.
Li Dabai was alright, he quickly calmed down.
He glanced at Chen Xiong, recalling the situation before he lost consciousness, and said with an unfriendly expression.
"Chen Xiong, I paid you to do a job for me, and you've taken me down?!"
"Don't you think I, Li Dabai, am easy to bully!"
To Li Dabai's questioning, Chen Xiong just chuckled.
"Young Master Li, I apologize, but we will return your money in full."
"Tying you up was unavoidable, mainly because someone doesn't want you to investigate further."
"At least for the next three days, you won't be able to find out anything..."
This!
Li Dabai was immediately startled.
Three days?
This was exactly when Zhang Yang's bet with Han Wenkang would end!
Could it be...
"Did Han Wenkang ask you to do this? Then you can break the code of the martial world?" Li Dabai said sternly.
Chen Xiong heard this and said with a sinister smile.
"I can't tell you who it is, but it's not really breaking the code of the martial world."
"Because they found me first, and they gave me much more money."
"So, I'll have to trouble Young Master Li to spend three days indulging in pleasure in my club."
Li Dabai gritted his teeth. Although Chen Xiong didn't say it, he had already concluded that this must be a trap set by Han Wenkang!
"Chen Xiong, whatever Han Wenkang paid you, I'll pay double! As long as you let us leave immediately!"
The data in the pharmaceutical factory was altered, and Li Dabai felt he had a great responsibility.
Therefore, he wanted to atone for his mistakes.
However, Chen Xiong was unmoved.
Because he knew that helping Han Wenkang was an order from his boss.
"Even if you pay triple, it doesn't matter. I'm a man of principle, how can I be swayed by money?"
"You..." Li Dabai was choked with anger.
At this moment.
The door to the private room was suddenly pushed open.
A subordinate ran in in a hurry.
"Boss Xiong, bad news, someone downstairs is asking for you by name."
"Our brothers saw his aggressive approach and stopped him."
"As a result, the other party actually broke through, and our men are about to give way!"
Chen Xiong's gaze deepened. "Who dares to be so bold? Is it someone from the Fengyun Association?"
Feeling Chen Xiong's anger, the subordinate shrunk his neck.
"It's probably not someone from the Fengyun Association. The other party said his name is Zhang Yang."
Zhang Yang!
Upon hearing this name.
The three people in the private room had different expressions.
Li Dabai and Gao Xiaohai were somewhat excited.
Did Zhang Yang know they were in danger and was coming to save them?
Thinking this.
Li Dabai suddenly burst out, wanting to rush out of the private room.
However, his little trick could not escape Chen Xiong's notice.
He was immediately grabbed and thrown back onto the sofa!
Although Chen Xiong's expression was impassive.
When he learned that Zhang Yang was coming to the club.
He got goosebumps all over his body.
This matter had indeed been predicted by the boss!
Although the timing was slightly off, the boss was still remarkably prescient!
Chen Xiong glanced at Li Dabai and the other person, and instructed his subordinate.
"Keep an eye on them, don't let them run away."
"Give them wine, food, and women, but don't let them contact the outside world."
The subordinate quickly nodded, "Yes, Boss Xiong."
Chen Xiong walked out of the private room, the goosebumps still lingering.
Zhang Yang.
He had actually come looking for them!
He immediately took out his phone and dialed his boss's number.
"Boss, as you predicted, Zhang Yang is here!" Chen Xiong said respectfully.
"Oh~ He's here so soon? I thought it would be a couple more days." Qin Shengnan on the other end of the phone sounded surprised.
When did the Dragon Group, whose members only understood brute force, become so fast at investigating?
"Chen Xiong, proceed according to the original plan. You can test Zhang Yang's skills, but you must not win," the boss instructed on the phone.
"Okay, I understand." Chen Xiong replied.
Although he didn't understand the boss's intentions.
He knew that his current position and the rapid rise of the Shanhe Gang.
All were inseparable from this behind-the-scenes boss, whom he had never even met.
He had to obey the other party's orders unconditionally.
Otherwise, he would end up like the previous Shanhe Gang leader.
Who mysteriously disappeared.
Immediately, Chen Xiong took the elevator down.
Soon.
He arrived at the first floor.
However, when the elevator door opened, he was stunned!
"This is..."
How long had it been since the subordinate reported to him?
All the brothers of the Shanhe Club were lying on the ground, unconscious.
The remaining few leaders were also dealt with by Zhang Yang when Chen Xiong appeared.
One of them was the most miserable.
He was smashed directly into the fish tank in the first-floor lobby.
The specially made tempered glass shattered into powder.
"What a hassle, there are always so many blind people."
Zhang Yang frowned and walked towards the nearest person.
"Tell me, where is Chen Xiong."
"No need to look, I'm already here," Chen Xiong said in a low voice.
Zhang Yang looked up and saw the middle-aged man slowly walking towards him from the elevator entrance.
He immediately raised an eyebrow and got straight to the point.
"Why did your Shanhe Gang send people to assassinate me!"
"Heh, you want to know why? Then kneel down and beg me." Chen Xiong said with a cold smile.
Zhang Yang's eyes flashed with coldness. "All of you are stubborn wretches!"
Saying that.
Zhang Yang suddenly attacked, rushing towards Chen Xiong.
Before coming, Mangzi had said.
Chen Xiong's combat power index was at Ren-level.
Zhang Yang, not knowing what Ren-level represented, was still somewhat cautious.
The true energy in his body was attached to his palms, and he struck Chen Xiong fiercely!
Instantly, a deafening sound of wind and thunder erupted!
Chen Xiong's heart skipped a beat!
Feeling Zhang Yang's powerful aura, he, who had intended to say a few perfunctory words, immediately became vigilant!
"Hmph!"
Chen Xiong let out a loud roar and punched towards Zhang Yang with all his might.
This punch carried a faint whistling sound, and Chen Xiong's veins bulged.
He was confident that even if this punch couldn't injure Zhang Yang, it could at least force him back!
However.
Chen Xiong was talking nonsense.
With a crack!
Chen Xiong's punching arm was grabbed by Zhang Yang and forcefully bent, twisting at a strange angle.
And on his chest, he was struck by Zhang Yang's palm.
He was directly thrown flying.
One move!
In just one move!
Chen Xiong's pained face was filled with disbelief!
He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and said in shock.
"You're so strong! How is this possible!"
Zhang Yang looked speechless.
"Is this the combat power index of Ren-level? Why is it so weak? It almost made me lose control of my strength."
Almost lost control?
Chen Xiong, upon hearing this, spat out a mouthful of blood from the blow.
So the other party wasn't even using his full strength just now.
What kind of monster was this!
"Now can you tell me who wanted to harm me?" Zhang Yang walked to Chen Xiong's side and said in a deep voice.
Chen Xiong, following his boss's orders to make the act more convincing.
He remained silent for a moment before saying.
"Our Shanhe Gang takes money to resolve troubles, and we will never betray our employers."
Crack!
Zhang Yang, without hesitation, broke Chen Xiong's other arm.
"What about now?"
"Hiss! How could you..."
Crack!
Chen Xiong's other leg was broken.
"What about now?" Zhang Yang asked.
Chen Xiong's face contorted in pain, and he kept gasping for breath.
"Zhang Yang, I..."
Crack!
"Ah! I'll tell you everything, why are you still hitting me!" Chen Xiong screamed miserably.
"I thought you could hold on a bit longer. You still have one leg left," Zhang Yang said, shrugging and glancing at Chen Xiong's crotch.
"Don't! I'll tell you, I'll tell you!" Chen Xiong quickly said.
He felt that Zhang Yang, who was smiling at him, was a devil! A pervert!
"The person who asked me to assassinate you was Han Wenkang."
What?
Han Wenkang?!
Zhang Yang was stunned!
It was him?
How was this possible?
Zhang Yang glanced at Chen Xiong's crotch. "You'd better think carefully before you speak, otherwise this third leg might not be saved."
Chen Xiong swallowed and quickly said.
"I'm not lying, I have evidence here."