Chapter 58: A Grandmaster?

"Wiping out the Black Gold Society, Jiang Feng, you have such big talk."

"Our Black Gold Society has over ten thousand members, and each of the Five Great Hall Masters is a martial artist of at least Grade Three."

"With such power, looking across the whole Jiangcheng, it can be called unrivaled. What are you, daring to say you'd wipe out my Black Gold Society?"

"Jiang Feng was too arrogant; the moment his words left his mouth, Dragon Lord could no longer hold back, and let out a ferocious roar."

"Not to mention anything else, just my adopted son Chen E is a Six Grade Martial Artist!"

"Chen E at this moment also walked out with a smiling face, and a powerful aura instantly surged toward Jiang Feng."

"But Jiang Feng merely gave a faint smile."

"Six Grade Martial Artist... that's all. Strong? Or perhaps your Black Gold Society could find a Grandmaster to deal with me?"

"Chen E, hearing Jiang Feng's words, took a step forward, his expression cold."

"Mr. Jiang, you are indeed arrogant! Grandmaster strongmen are not ones you can just meet whenever you wish?"

"You need to understand, this is Black Gold Society's territory! Once you step through the gate of this courtyard, whether you can walk out alive is not for you to decide!"

"As he spoke, his hand had already reached for the Short Knife at his waist."

"Rarely does anyone know that Chen E is the strongest among the Five Great Hall Masters."

"Just as Chen E was about to act, Dragon Lord raised his hand and restrained him."

"Dragon Lord leisurely turned the Yixing clay teapot in his hand: 'Why the hurry? It's normal for a young man to have arrogance. Since Mr. Jiang wants to see the strength of our Black Gold Society and wishes to meet Grandmaster strongmen, then…'"

"After a pause, Dragon Lord shouted toward the Outside: 'Please, Ge Lao.'"

"Soon, a muffled footstep sound came from outside the courtyard."

"The steps were not quick, yet each step felt like stepping on the tip of a heart, exuding an indescribable weight."

"Immediately after, an elderly man in a gray cloth long robe walked in."

"The man was extremely gaunt, with high cheekbones, his hair completely white yet neatly combed."

"He leaned on a heavy black iron Crutch, the tip carved with a gaping crocodile."

"Seeing Jiang Feng's expression still unchanged, Dragon Lord grinned and introduced."

"This is Ge Tianxiong Ge Lao, a renowned Iron Crutch Grandmaster in the Provincial Capital's martial arts world!"

"In the Jiangnan Martial Arts World, Ge Tianxiong is a formidable figure."

"In his early years, he single-handedly challenged three underground Boxing Gyms that refused to be controlled."

"His one-handed Crutch technique was peerless, said to be able to hard-block close-range bullets."

"These years he has retired, only offering Fengong to the top elite families of the Provincial Capital."

"Dragon Lord went to great lengths to invite him to sit in Jiangcheng as a guardian."

"He not only gave a thirty‑million reward, but also promised to give him thirty percent of the profits from three casinos in Chengxi, which was enough to save face."

"Actually, Dragon Lord had long wanted to deal with Jiang Feng, but since the loss of that elite squad last time, he has not dared to act rashly."

"Until these past few days, Ge Lao had just arrived in Jiangcheng."

"Ge Lao."

"Dragon Lord leaned slightly forward from the Grand Master's chair, respectfully saying: 'Thank you, venerable sir, for appearing in person.'"

"Chen E at this moment also quickly bowed, not daring to lift his head."

"He had seen Ge Lao act in the Provincial Capital last year."

"At that time, a Nine-Grade Martial Artist, confident in his youth, challenged Ge Lao."

"As a result, Ge Lao swung his Crutch once, directly breaking the man's arm, leaving no chance to retaliate."

"That ferocity still makes him shudder when he recalls it now."

"That was a Nine-Grade Martial Artist!"

"A being just one step away from the Grandmaster!"

"Ge Tianxiong scanned Jiang Feng with his murky eyes that resembled a hawk, a contemptuous smile curling at the corner of his mouth."

"You're the one who ruined Ah Chi's martial arts? Even though his hair hasn't fully grown, you're quite the troublemaker."

"Thanks for the compliment, but I think, old man, your cultivation is hard‑earned; it's best you don't meddle in Black Gold Society affairs."

"Jiang Feng saw Ge Tianxiong's strength at a glance."

"Indeed, the old man reaching this level is not easy; he doesn't want to bring things to a dead end."

"But to Ge Lao, those words sounded like a huge humiliation!"

"How dare you!"

"Ge Tianxiong jabbed his iron Crutch into the ground."

"A 'dong' sound was heard, and a large pit was directly smashed into the Green Stone Slab."

"You little thief, really think a bit of skill makes you lawless? Today Old brother must teach you a lesson!"

"He stepped forward two steps, the tip of his Crutch aimed at Jiang Feng."

"An invisible wave of qi spread out."

"The tea table before Jiang Feng instantly turned into a pile of wood shavings."

"Ge Lao truly is terrifying!"

"Seeing Ge Lao reveal this move, both Dragon Lord and Chen E were stunned."

"Ge Lao, full of confidence, said calmly."

"Young man, don't think beating two trash is impressive; in my eyes, your skill is no different from a street thug's brawl!"

"Dragon Lord at this moment also spoke with a smiling face."

"Jiang Feng, Ge Lao is a Master Realm expert; no one in the martial arts world dares to deny him face. How about this: I, Zhang, usually love talent the most; if you are willing to join the Black Gold Society, I can agree to set aside past grudges, and moreover, you can become a Hall Master of the Black Gold Society, even… a disciple of Ge Lao."

"Chen E also sneered beside him."

"Jiang Feng, I advise you to cherish this opportunity; it's a chance that countless people beg for but can never obtain!"

Ge Tianxiong let out a snort of laughter, and jabbed the Crutch into the ground again.

"Below Grandmaster are all ants; with your current skill, even ten more years of training won't let you reach even the edge. Follow me, and perhaps in three years I can help you breakthrough—this is a once‑in‑a‑lifetime chance!"

When he said that, his eyes were full of arrogance.

In his view, the opportunity he offered is something Jiang Feng couldn't attain in several lifetimes, so Jiang Feng should gratefully accept.

But Jiang Feng, after hearing that, suddenly laughed.

"Join the Black Gold Society? Become Hall Master? And have you give me guidance? You all take yourselves far too seriously."

His gaze swept over the Dragon Lord: "The Black Gold Society is just a bunch of light‑shy rats; are they even worthy of my service? As for the Master Realm…"

He paused briefly, looking at Ge Tianxiong.

"In my eyes, it's no more than that."

"You're courting death!"

Ge Tianxiong was utterly enraged; the iron Crutch in their hand suddenly whooshed through the air, sweeping straight toward Jiang Feng's waist.

The Dragon Lord and Chen E sat nearby, both wearing cold smiles.

From their perspective, Ge Lao was at the Master Realm, and even if Jiang Feng were extremely skilled, he was no match.

Now he'll definitely be beaten to a pulp; let's see if he still acts wild then!

Jiang Feng watched the sweeping Crutch and didn't move a single step.

Just as the Crutch was about to strike his waist, he suddenly raised his right hand and lightly slapped the Crutch with his palm.

"Bang!"

A muffled thud sounded, and Ge Tianxiong felt a massive force surge from the Crutch.

It shattered their palm, and their whole body was hurled backward as if struck by a heavy hammer.

A "Dong" rang out, and they were slammed straight into the wall.

The blue bricks on the wall cracked open in several fissures, and the iron Crutch fell to the ground.

Ge Tianxiong collapsed on the ground, clutching their chest and gasping heavily, blood spilling from the corner of their mouth.

Their eyes were filled with shock and terror; pointing at Jiang Feng, they couldn't form a single complete sentence for ages.

"Are you also at the Master Realm?"

"No! Impossible! You're so young, how could you be at the Master Realm!"