Upon hearing Caidie’s exclamation, Situ Qiang hurriedly picked up the binoculars. When he saw a large hole blasted through Lord Jue’s chest and the old man collapsing with a crash, his face changed dramatically.
“Too terrifying. Is this the power of ancient martial artists? It is simply too formidable.” Situ Qiang thought that Li Feng and the others were not yet Innate realm ancient martial artists, yet Caidie had said his grandfather Situ Kuang was one. Did that not mean his grandfather was even more fearsome than Li Feng and his ilk?
In that moment, Situ Qiang felt as if his entire worldview had been overturned.
Previously, he had thought ancient martial artists were comparable to judo or taekwondo practitioners. But now, he realised that judo and taekwondo could not even be mentioned in the same breath as ancient martial artists.
“Li Feng is finally entering Tianfu Building. The critical moment has arrived.” Caidie said gravely.
“It is about to begin?” Situ Qiang’s pupils contracted. Earlier, he had been confident in his plan, but now, having witnessed Li Feng’s strength, he felt some unease and anxiety.
“Indeed, it begins. Situ Qiang, the people you arranged will not have any issues, will they?” Caidie turned her head to look at Situ Qiang.
“Are you doubting me?” Situ Qiang asked coldly.
“Yes.” Caidie nodded. Looking at Situ Qiang’s livid face, she continued, “You did not even know about ancient martial artists’ gang qi. I truly doubt whether the people you arranged have the necessary strength.”
Situ Qiang’s face turned iron-blue. To be doubted by an assassin, and a woman at that, filled him with anger and resentment.
“Rest assured, my people will absolutely have no problems.” Situ Qiang said coldly.
“I hope so. Otherwise, the one who dies will be you.” Caidie stared coldly at Situ Qiang. “You saw it just now. Li Feng never leaves alive those who oppose him. From Wangjiang Road to here, dozens have died by his hand. You would not want to become one of them, would you?”
Situ Qiang’s face remained livid. He had witnessed Li Feng’s ruthlessness with his own eyes. The one-eyed man earlier had been reduced to nothing by a single punch. If Li Feng learned of his plot against him, he truly might kill him.
Previously, Situ Qiang had believed that even if he dealt with Li Feng and the man found out, he would not dare kill him. But now, he harboured no such illusions.
“Rest assured. Though my people’s strength is not great, kicking a man when he is down is something they can manage.” Situ Qiang said coldly.
“That is good.” A smile curved Caidie’s lips.
Coffee shop.
Qin Feng lowered his binoculars and sat back down, saying with some fear, “Is this Li Feng’s strength? How can it be so immense?”
Old Xu also sat down with a heavy expression, his face grim. “Indeed. The one killed by Li Feng was stronger than me. Earlier, when we received reports that Li Feng could slay peak Ninth Level Acquired ancient martial artists, we thought it exaggerated. But this time, we have seen it with our own eyes. Just who is this Li Feng, to be so formidable at such a young age?”
Qin Feng’s gaze turned cold. “Li Feng truly lives up to being my greatest enemy. But his strength is too great. If he becomes the Li family heir, it will be a catastrophe for our Qin family.”
The Li and Qin families bordered each other. Whether the Li family sought to expand south or the Qin family north, conflict would arise. With Li Feng’s immense strength becoming the Li heir, it would spell disaster for the Qin family in future.
“Indeed. The Li family is already one of the strongest among the eight top families. If Li Feng becomes heir, the Li family will prosper for at least two centuries. That would be a profound calamity for our family.” Old Xu nodded. As a family-born servant of the Qin family, he understood it well.
“Therefore, we absolutely cannot allow Li Feng to become the Li family heir.” A chill flashed in Qin Feng’s eyes.
“Does the Young Master intend to support someone else to compete with Li Feng for the family inheritance?” Old Xu somewhat grasped Qin Feng’s meaning.
“Exactly. With Li Feng’s current strength, I know I am no match for him. So, to contend with him, we must change our approach.”
Qin Feng’s eyes flickered. “If Li Feng survives this time, we should shift our focus to the Li family heir selection contest. As long as Li Feng fails to become heir, no matter how strong he is, we will still have ways to deal with him. Otherwise, if he becomes heir with the vast resources of the Li family backing him, that would be the true catastrophe for us.”
“Does the Young Master intend to support Li Wu?” A sharp light flashed in Old Xu’s eyes.
“Not necessarily.” Wisdom gleamed in Qin Feng’s eyes. “The contenders for the Li family inheritance are not limited to Li Feng and Li Wu. Now that Li Feng’s strength is so overwhelming, others likely know of the fierce rivalry between him and Li Wu. If we support Li Wu, what benefit do we gain? Adding flowers to brocade is inferior to sending charcoal in snow. I intend to cultivate a dark horse.”
Old Xu pondered. “The Young Master speaks wisely. It seems we must prepare for this in advance.”
“Indeed. Seeing Li Feng’s strength today, I know it is impossible to oppose him with my own power alone. Our only hope lies in using others to deal with him.”
Qin Feng gave a bitter smile. Once, he had been full of confidence in himself. But now, that confidence had waned. Had he known this would happen, he should have struck with full force the very first time he opposed Li Feng.
“The Young Master need not lose heart. Sometimes, strength does not represent everything. Though Li Feng is powerful, it does not mean he is invincible. Moreover, the information we spread among martial artists last time should soon take effect. As long as Li Feng survives this, trouble will come for him.” Old Xu said gravely.
Old Xu truly worried that Qin Feng might suffer a blow to his spirit. That would be highly detrimental. Qin Feng still needed to compete for the Qin family inheritance. If he could not withstand such a setback, it would be difficult for him to become heir.
“Old Xu, rest assured. Though this blow is heavy, I will absolutely not be crushed by it.” Qin Feng’s body shook as he spoke gravely.
“Young Master, in fact, the stronger Li Feng becomes, the greater the benefit to you. He is an excellent whetstone. If the Young Master can make good use of it, unexpected advantages may arise.” Old Xu said gravely.
A sharp gleam burst from Qin Feng’s eyes. “Old Xu is right. I will not be defeated, nor can I allow myself to be.”
With that, Qin Feng stood up. “Old Xu, let us go.”
“Go? Young Master, do you not intend to watch further?” Old Xu asked in surprise.
“There is no need. What difference does it make whether I watch the battle between Li Feng and the others? It holds no meaning for me. Rather than waste time here, it is better to prepare for the Fist King Championship. After all, it is about to begin. I still have much to arrange. Even if I cannot obtain the Nine Dragons Jade then, I cannot allow others to acquire it easily, especially Li Feng.” Sharp light flickered in Qin Feng’s eyes.
“Good. This is the Young Master I hoped for.” Old Xu smiled. He feared not weakness in strength, but lack of fighting spirit. Weakness was not terrifying; absence of will was truly fearsome.
Entrance to Tianfu Building.
Li Feng glanced at the pitch-black Tianfu Building, his expression grave.
Only someone in the main control room could cut power to the entire building. The main control room was on the fifty-fourth floor. From the fifty-fourth to fifty-sixth floors belonged to Li Feng’s private space. Without his permission, no one could enter.
Before the plan began, Li Feng had arranged for the Black Eagle team to enter the fifty-fourth floor. It contained various facilities, and he had specially purchased ample living supplies. The team could sustain themselves there for half a month without issue. He had sent them in just two days early, so discovery was unlikely.
Thus, there were only two reasons the power could be cut now. First, the Black Eagle team members he stationed had proactively shut it off. Second, the main control room had been seized by enemies.
But the second was impossible. To stay updated on the building’s situation, Li Feng’s phone was linked to the main control room’s surveillance. Opening his phone now, he saw no sign of occupation.
Accessing the main control room feed, Li Feng saw Dark Tiger pacing anxiously inside.
“Dark Tiger.” Li Feng operated his phone briefly and spoke into it.
Main control room.
Dark Tiger paced uneasily. Ge Feng and Ge Ying had gone to support Tianlang and the others, but from the surveillance, Tianlang’s group was faring poorly. The cameras outside their position had even been destroyed.
Ge Feng and Ge Ying, though en route to aid them, had been engaged by several ancient martial artists on the twenty-eighth floor. From their exchanges, they were at a disadvantage.
“Young Master Feng, Young Master Feng, why have you not arrived yet? If you do not come soon, we will not hold out.” Dark Tiger muttered to himself.
“Dark Tiger.”
At that moment, Li Feng’s voice suddenly echoed in the main control room. Dark Tiger jumped in fright. Was it a ghost? But he quickly realised it came from one of the room’s devices.
Dark Tiger could not help laughing. Li Feng had previously explained the equipment to them. Hearing his voice from it meant one thing.
Dark Tiger hurried forward and picked up the microphone. “Young Master Feng, where are you?”
“I am just outside Tianfu Building. How is the situation inside now?” Li Feng’s voice came again.
“Young Master Feng, the situation is very bad.” Dark Tiger quickly briefed him on the building’s status.
“I understand. Dark Tiger, take men now and capture the little pest at Fengyuan Group. Leave the rest to me.” Li Feng’s voice transmitted.
“Young Master Feng, rest assured. Dealing with that little pest will be effortless.” Dark Tiger smiled.
“Do not be careless. The enemy may have other arrangements.” Li Feng said gravely.
“Yes.” Dark Tiger straightened.
