Chapter 285 - 239: Tang Wen: Since It’s Sister-in-law Who Wants to See Me

Chapter 285: Chapter 239: Tang Wen: Since It’s Sister-in-law Who Wants to See Me

In a flash, Shassen understood a great deal.

It was just as the rumors said: the Third Lady and the Seventh Young Master were on the same side.

It was far more effective for her to be the one to expose this matter.

And the fact that the two of them had planned this out in just a minute showed how swift and decisive they were.

Shassen took a deep breath, a spark flickering in his eyes.

For some reason, he had a gut feeling. ’This time, I’ve probably chosen the right side.’

His face was a mask of hesitation. "This... This subordinate wouldn’t dare to say!"

"Hmph." In front of the gawking onlookers from other gangs, Shui Yun didn’t press the issue. "We’ll discuss this later in the Council Hall."

The Sixth Young Master’s expression grew even darker as he shot Shassen a threatening glare.

But the latter didn’t even look at him.

The duel was over.

The spectators from the other gangs had witnessed the birth of a young Swordsmanship Grandmaster.

It was well worth the price of admission.

The price—a small vial of Extraordinary Blood Marrow—had not been paid in vain.

After all, how many years had it been since a Swordsmanship Grandmaster had appeared?!

Most Martial Artists didn’t deliberately focus on Sword Practice to pursue the Grandmaster Realm.

Even geniuses in Sword Skill didn’t do so.

This was because once one reached the Sixth Grade, they would naturally be protected by Gang Qi.

They could naturally unleash Fist Gang.

Alternatively, reaching the Sixth Grade first and then practicing swordsmanship would yield twice the results with half the effort. It was much easier to channel Gang Qi through a blade at that point.

There weren’t many inherited sword and blade Cultivation Techniques or Visualization Images.

The mainstream in the world was still Fist Technique.

Part of the reason for this was the limitation of forging techniques.

An ordinary sword, even one forged from refined steel, would only shatter if it clashed with the tempered fists of an Extraordinary Martial Artist.

Treasured blades were hard to come by.

If your weapon could break mid-fight, drastically reducing your combat power, who would be willing to specialize in swordsmanship?

As the spectators left, their gazes toward Tang Wen were filled with envy and jealousy.

However, a group of women, including Feng San Niang, gave him looks of sizzling admiration.

A fragrant breeze preceded them as they approached Tang Wen one by one to greet him.

If not for the improper occasion and the presence of several Fifth Grade masters, Feng San Niang would have loved to whisk Tang Wen away right then and there.

Before leaving, Shi Lei and the others congratulated Shui Qianjun on taking on such a fine disciple.

After the duel, the crowd dispersed.

But that "Lu Zhu"—the great mountain of flesh named Lu Chu—did not leave.

About half an hour later, only members of the Black Water Gang remained in the stands.

Well, them and "Lu Zhu," along with two Sixth Grade masters from the Lu Family.

Vice Gang Leader Zhao asked, "Young Master Lu, is there something we can help you with?"

Lu Zhu squeezed out a smile, but with so much flesh on his face, it looked rather strange.

Seven or eight servants helped him to his feet. "To be honest with you, sir, my body is in this state because of a mishap during my training. I’ve tried many solutions over the years. Recently, someone suggested that practicing several types of Visualization Hard Techniques might help. So, I came here hoping to study the Black Water Gang’s Defensive Hard Techniques. As for the terms, they are all negotiable."

Vice Gang Leader Zhao exchanged a look with the Gang Leader. "In that case, we hope it will be useful!"

"I have to at least try." Young Master Lu raised his hands, seemingly trying to perform a fist salute, but there was so much flesh on his body that his two fists could barely touch.

"Young Master Lu, there’s no need for such pleasantries."

The Lu Family was full of masters; if they were proposing this solution, they must have researched it carefully.

Gang Leader Shui Qianjun agreed directly. "It’s a small matter. Our two families have always been on good terms. When Xiaochu is ready, just give us a word in advance and come."

After settling this small matter, Lu Chu left, and Tang Wen took the opportunity to introduce Li Zi to the gang members.

Li Zi was particularly eye-catching, with a face like a schoolgirl, a petite build, and a voluptuous figure.

Tang Wen was no longer the nameless, minor gang member he had been when he first joined.

No one would object to him introducing an Extraordinary to join the gang.

「In the Council Hall, the gang held a meeting.」

The Thirteen Thieves wore solemn expressions.

The Sixth Young Master and the man beside him were fidgeting uncomfortably.

Shui Yun was the one to speak again. "Shassen, it’s just us now. So, tell us. Who was it that incited you? Don’t worry about their status. No one here can retaliate against you!"

After speaking, she looked toward the two Vice Gang Leaders.

Vice Gang Leader Zhao stroked his beard and nodded. ’The Third Lady is becoming more and more formidable.’

Vice Gang Leader Liu of the Law Enforcement Hall offered his direct support. "That’s right. From now on, your families can move into the city. The gang will arrange for the best tutors for your children and the younger generation!"

This was a benefit reserved for core members of the gang.

The Thirteen Thieves had occupied the salt mine for several years; in that time, they had acquired their share of women and children.

With such ties in their lives, they were no longer the Sand Thieves who came and went like the wind, knowing only how to kill.

Take today, for instance. Their leader, Shassen, had publicly backed down to Tang Wen.

Before, such a thing would have been unthinkable. He would have died just to spatter Tang Wen with his blood.

A lifestyle like that naturally made them many enemies.

If their families could move to Ganshan City, it would indeed be much safer.

Shassen knew it was his turn to speak. "Since the Young Masters and the two Vice Gang Leaders are all backing me up, then I’ll speak. The person who incited me is in this very hall! He’s standing right beside the Sixth Young Master!"

With that, he pointed a finger at the Sixth Young Master’s right-hand man, the Extraordinary Powerhouse—Han Cheng.

Before the man could even defend himself, Shassen produced a token—the Sixth Young Master’s token.

"I have this token he gave me as proof! He said that if I just severely injured Young Master Tang Wen, I would become one of the Sixth Young Master’s core followers!"

The hall fell so silent you could hear a pin drop.

Han Cheng’s body trembled slightly as he looked toward the Sixth Young Master.

But the latter simply closed his eyes, a look of bitter disappointment on his face.

Han Cheng’s heart sank. ’I’ve been abandoned.’

The others watched with amusement in their eyes. ’The Sixth Young Master is such a good actor!’

Tang Wen laughed inwardly. He turned to Han Cheng and asked, "You were acting under orders?"