So, for these two playing chess, it can be considered a mutual benefit, as both gain from it...

However—

Today, Qin Fang seems to have forgotten to check the almanac before going out, having not picked the right day, as it is destined not to be a peaceful one.

Squeak~~

Just as the two are earnestly engrossed in their chess game, a series of abrupt screeching brakes pierce through the air, so shrill that even they couldn't help but frown.

But neither paid too much attention to it. Chen's Roast Goose Shop, after all, was famous for its roast goose, attracting plenty of customers with all kinds of people coming in.

With more people comes a mix of the good and bad. No one can guarantee that they'll all be polite, and even if they are displeased, it's not easy for them to voice complaints—who told them to choose this place, after all?

After the sudden braking, the sound of car doors opening followed. Many people emerged from the vehicles, some gangsters dressed strangely, while others were in black suits and sunglasses, looking like bodyguards—quite an unusual sight indeed.

What's more surprising is that these people appear to be together, clearly involved in the underworld. Some of the restaurant's more timid customers couldn't help but think of slipping away.

"What would you like to order, gentlemen?"

Upon seeing these gangsters, the face of Chen's Roast Goose Shop owner immediately soured, as he hurried over to greet them, fearing that any annoyance might lead to his shop getting trashed.

"Mind your own business... Who is Qin Fang?"

One of the gangsters, who clearly didn't seem like a good guy and appeared to be the leader, didn't even bother glancing at the owner. He lightly pushed the owner aside and roared at the patrons inside the shop, scaring many of them...

Hearing his name called, Qin Fang was also slightly startled; his hand, poised to make a move in the chess game, paused for a moment. He couldn't help but turn to look, wondering who was looking for him.

"Could it be Brother Sanshui?"

Seeing that the newcomers were gangsters, this thought inevitably crossed Qin Fang's mind, although he had considerable doubts about it.

"Chess, play chess..."

Old Master Song beside him seemed completely unconcerned about the gangsters. Seeing Qin Fang pause, he immediately showed his displeasure and urged him from the side.

"Coming, coming..."

Old Master Song was unhappy, and although Qin Fang found it odd, he didn't pay special attention to it. Regardless of the gangsters' intentions, Qin Fang chose to ignore them and continued with his chess game, placing the chess piece where he planned to put it before.

As Qin Fang and Old Master Song continued their game, the gangsters outside parted to make way, and a fierce-looking young man walked in.

Glancing inside Chen's Roast Goose Shop, he seemed unable to find his target, mainly because the number of customers was too large and the current commotion made it even harder to identify anyone.

"Everyone unrelated, out..."

The young man merely uttered these words in a not-so-loud yet forceful and resolute tone—his gangster companions automatically made a path.

The customers, as if granted amnesty, immediately took this route to leave, not even daring to wait around long enough to settle the bill, hastily exiting.

It was a tough break for the owner of Chen's Roast Goose Shop. He hadn't managed to collect the meal payments when all his customers had already run off, which meant a considerable loss...

But was he in a position to express dissatisfaction towards these gangsters?

Clearly, he didn't have the courage!

One could guess without a doubt that these gangsters were from Xin'an, as smaller gangs didn't have the audacity to pull such a stunt.

Xin'an was the biggest gang in Hong Kong Island, reputedly having thousands of members. He was merely the owner of a small roast goose shop; how could he dare to offend these lords? He had no choice but to shrink back and remain silent.

Before long, the customers in the shop had mostly cleared out, leaving behind only the owner, the staff, and the two individuals who were still sitting steadily there – Qin Fang and Old Master Song Qianqiu.

They were still playing chess, seemingly oblivious to whatever was happening around them.

At this time, with no one else around, the pair, young and old, stood out conspicuously, making it difficult for anyone not to notice them. The shop owner was even thinking of walking over to remind these two customers to leave.

But before he could make a move, he saw that imposing man already walking straight towards them. Seeing the manner of his walk and the powerful aura emanating from him, the shop owner couldn't help but feel his legs weaken.

This man was none other than Wang Hu, sent by Elder Long to deal with Qin Fang.

Xin'an is the largest gang on Hong Kong Island, with many underlings at its disposal. Finding Qin Fang's whereabouts was far too easy, and that's how Wang Hu had tracked him to this shop.

"Are you Qin Fang?"

Wang Hu approached Qin Fang, looking at the pair that was still playing chess, and finally fixed his gaze on Qin Fang, speaking with definitive certainty.

Although he posed it as a question, in reality, he had already confirmed Qin Fang's identity.

"Hmm..."

Although he didn't want to pay attention to this man, the man's strength was quite formidable, being of Grandmaster-level prowess and having a well-concealed murderous aura, stronger by quite a bit than Zack, almost comparable to Mid-Master Level experts like Tang Nan in combat power.

But Qin Fang was currently at a critical moment in his chess battle with Elder Song, and couldn't afford any distraction. Thus, to Wang Hu's inquiry, Qin Fang merely hummed softly, without moving his head or even glancing at Wang Hu.

"Hm?"

Who was Wang Hu? One of the Four King Kongs under Elder Long, a powerful figure of Xin'an, the largest gang on Hong Kong Island, who always acted without restraint. He had never been disregarded like this.

Facing such disrespect from Qin Fang, even though he knew Qin Fang possessed commendable cultivation, his attitude still enraged Wang Hu greatly.

"Courting death…"

After all, Wang Hu wasn't there to politely invite guests, but to capture someone.

If Qin Fang would've complied quietly, Wang Hu wouldn't have bothered with much effort. But now, since Qin Fang was being uncooperative, he saw no need for courtesy.

All of a sudden, furious, Wang Hu's robust palm transformed into a tiger claw, reaching straight for the hand that Qin Fang was using to play chess…

Known as White Tiger, Wang Hu's tiger claw was exceedingly formidable. If he got a grasp, a simple squeeze would be enough to break bones and tear tendons lightly, or worse – utterly shatter them.

Yet, Qin Fang seemed completely oblivious to the impending danger, his brows furrowed, pondering over how to break through the current chess situation. How could he pay attention to Wang Hu's sudden attack?

Of course, as a powerful Martial Artist, the moment Wang Hu's tiger claw was close, Qin Fang sensed the boundless crisis and almost instinctively wanted to dodge or counterattack.

But just at that moment, Elder Song sitting across Qin Fang, seemingly frail, suddenly twitched his arm, and a black shadow darted out towards the ferocious tiger claw.

Pu~~

No one saw how Old Master Song Qianqiu moved, but a black object shot out swiftly, striking the back of Wang Hu's hand. Despite the claw's ferociousness, it seemed utterly defenseless against this collision, skewed off course, and Wang Hu's face instantly changed.

His attack having failed, Wang Hu quickly retreated, only then noticing the Hidden Weapon that fell to the ground —

A chess piece?

Seeing this Hidden Weapon, Wang Hu's expression involuntarily shifted.

Qin Fang and Elder Song were playing chess – Wang Hu wasn't blind and could certainly see. But using a chess piece as a Hidden Weapon, inflicting injury on him – such prowess was no ordinary matter, and even he, one of the Four King Kongs, a Grandmaster-level Expert under Elder Long, couldn't help but have his expression change. (To be continued. If you like this book, please come to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)

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