Chapter 57: Do you consider me a protector of the people?

"Chen E? Who is he?"

Hearing Jiang Feng's question, Shen Junyao rolled her eyes.

"I can only say, this time, you really have offended the Black Gold Society severely."

Then, Shen Junyao went on to explain Chen E's identity.

Chen E, nicknamed Giant Crocodile, is also one of the Five Great Hall Masters of the Black Gold Society.

Seeing that Jiang Feng was indifferent, Shen Junyao added.

"Don't be fooled by his outward smile; in reality he's extremely ruthless. Anyone who has opposed him before never met a good end—either they vanished, became crippled, and their bodies couldn't even be found!"

"Most crucially, his words essentially represent the Dragon Lord."

Jiang Feng still didn't pay much attention.

At that moment, the Interrogation Room door was pushed open.

It was Director Duan Boyan and a fat man with a beaming smile.

If nothing's amiss, that fat man is Chen E.

"Little Shen, there's no need to continue investigating this case..."

Duan Boyan's expression was rather inscrutable.

"Zhang Chi's side has already withdrawn the case, saying it was a misunderstanding and they won't pursue it."

Shen Junyao suddenly stood up, unable to believe it.

"Withdraw the case? How could that be! Zhang Chi has already been disabled, how could they suddenly drop the case? Are they trying to lure Jiang Feng out and then act on him in secret! Director, you can't let him go!"

She knows the Black Gold Society's methods all too well.

On the surface they withdraw the case, but behind the scenes they'll surely retaliate with an even harsher method.

Jiang Feng is now out; he might face a life‑threatening danger.

Chen E finally spoke, his voice leisurely and smiling, yet it made people's hearts shiver.

"Officer Shen, that statement is incorrect. What do you call a conspiracy? Ah Chi, young and impetuous, had a misunderstanding with Mr. Jiang, and now that he's cleared up, isn't withdrawing the case quite normal?"

He paused, then lifted his head, his smile even broader.

"We all practice law; we can't have them withdraw the case and still keep Mr. Jiang detained here, can we?"

He took two steps forward, leaned close to Shen Junyao, and lowered his voice further.

"Moreover, Shen usually works hard; if this trivial matter affects Officer Shen's job or even his family, that would be bad."

The threat in those words couldn't be clearer.

Shen Junyao's complexion changed instantly.

"You dare threaten an agent of the City Defense Office?"

Chen E kept smiling, his voice utterly calm: "Just a reminder."

That arrogant aura even made Duan Boyan cough in disapproval.

"Mr. Chen, don't forget this is the City Defense Office. If Zhang Chi withdraws the case, we'll follow procedure and let Mr. Jiang go, but if anything happens to Mr. Jiang after he leaves, the City Defense Office will definitely investigate to the end."

Although he fears the Black Gold Society, he can't just stand by and watch Chen E threaten subordinates inside the police station.

Chen E smiled, didn't continue Duan Boyan's words, and simply looked at Jiang Feng.

"Mr. Jiang, look, Young Master Zhang has already withdrawn the case; you should leave too, right? Staying in the Interrogation Room all the time is so uncomfortable."

Jiang Feng rose calmly, shrugged his shoulders.

"Fine, since you all are willing to withdraw the case, I certainly won't subject myself to suffering by staying here."

"Jiang Feng!"

Shen Junyao was about to say something, but Jiang Feng cut her off.

"Director Duan, since the case is withdrawn, may I leave now?"

Jiang Feng looked at Duan Boyan, his tone flat.

Duan Boyan quickly nodded.

"Sure, sure, Mr. Jiang, take care, and contact us anytime if anything arises."

He was eager for Jiang Feng to leave quickly.

Last time it was Su Xueyan who came to fetch him; this time it's Chen E of the Black Gold Society!

This kid's background is too complicated; our City Defense Office can't accommodate this great Buddha.

Jiang Feng said no more, and followed Chen E outward.

Shen Junyao stood in the Interrogation Room, watching his back, feeling both anxious and worried, yet unable to do anything.

After exiting the City Defense Office gate, she saw two black SUVs parked at the entrance.

The windows were tinted dark, obscuring the occupants.

Chen E halted, smiling at Jiang Feng, and said.

"Mr. Jiang, our Dragon Lord would like to treat you to a cup of tea and have a chat."

At that moment, the co‑pilot's window suddenly lowered, revealing Zhang Chi's face.

His hands and feet were bound with bandages, his complexion pallid, and his eyes filled with venomous resentment.

"Jiang Feng! You wait for me! My father won't let you go! You're doomed!"

Chen E glared at Zhang Chi.

"Ah Chi, shut up!"

Hearing Chen E's words, Zhang Chi reluctantly let the window be closed again.

Jiang Feng opened the rear door and sat inside.

Chen E also sat in, and the SUV immediately started, heading toward Chengjiao.

Shen Junyao watched this scene from the second‑floor window of the City Defense Office, her face full of worry.

……

The off‑road vehicle drove for over half an hour and finally arrived at the gate of an old courtyard on the city outskirts.

At the courtyard entrance, two tall bodyguards stood holding walkie‑talkies; when they saw Chen E's vehicle, they quickly opened the gate.

The car stopped inside the courtyard, and Jiang Feng got out of the vehicle following Chen E.

The courtyard had a few Old Locust Trees, the Ground was paved with Green Stone Slab, it looked quiet yet exuded a suppressed atmosphere.

In the corners of the walls and on the roof, hidden lookouts were placed; any slight movement by Jiang Feng would surely be surrounded.

"Mr. Jiang, this way please."

Chen E smiled, made a gesture, and led Jiang Feng toward the main house.

The main house's door was made of red wood, carved with intricate patterns.

Chen E pushed the door open; the light inside was dim, and in the center on a grand chair sat an elderly man with speckled hair, wearing a black Tang Suit, holding a purple clay teapot and sipping tea slowly.

And he was the Chairman of the Black Gold Society, Zhang Jinlong.

In the jianghu, he is known as the top‑tier boss Dragon Lord.

Dragon Lord lifted his head, his eyes clouded.

When his gaze swept over Jiang Feng, it carried a hint of appraisal; he said nothing, only pointed to the chair beside him: "Sit."

Jiang Feng, without politeness, pulled the chair over and sat down.

"You went through all this trouble to find me; just say what you want straight away…"

Dragon Lord set down the purple clay teapot, coughed once, his voice leisurely, carrying a hint of authority.

"Mr. Jiang, you're still young, your skills are impressive; you even managed to cripple my son's martial arts, impressive."

"So it seems the elite I sent to assassinate Su Family members were also broken at your hands, right?"

Jiang Feng did not deny, looking at Dragon Lord with a faint expression.

Dragon Lord took another sip of tea before speaking slowly.

"Let's set aside the matter of that elite for now…"

"But Ah Chi is my only son; he became a cripple in Mr. Jiang's hands… This matter must have an explanation, right?"

His tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable pressure.

Jiang Feng looked at Dragon Lord and smiled.

"I actually have a proposal: how about I consider this as eliminating a menace for the people?"

The words made Dragon Lord's expression turn as dark as water.

"Jiang Feng, do you really think the Black Gold Society is weak enough to be bullied?"

Even Chen E at this moment squinted, staring intently at Jiang Feng.

He truly hadn't expected the kid's audacity to reach this level?

Facing Dragon Lord's terrifying aura at that moment, everyone else remained calm, but Jiang Feng stayed as composed as ever.

He shrugged: "Or what? Fight me to the death?"

"If that's the case, I wouldn't mind destroying your Black Gold Society."