Chapter 348: The Trend of the Times?

348. Chapter 348: The Trend of the Times?

Hearing that, Gu Zhangkong's expression softened a few degrees.

He actually didn't think Jiang Cheng would run away.

He even worried inside whether the other party had been seized by a Dawn Society assassin.

Fortunately Jiang Cheng's phone could still be reached; it was just that no one answered for the time being.

"Grudges? What grudges?"

He asked.

"You've heard of the Gym Master of Kuangfeng Martial Arts School, Gu Dage, right?"

"You mean Xie Tian?"

Gu Zhangkong thought for a moment, "What grudges does he have with you?"

Jiang Cheng then recounted the events that had occurred in the Dawn Society before.

"I've heard about that too; these people, who will use any means to make money, truly deserve to die."

Gu Zhangkong nodded, a look of contempt flashing in his eyes.

Making money also has its hierarchy of contempt.

Scams and frauds certainly can't appear on the surface.

"So, you killed him? If I recall correctly, that guy seemed to be an Eight-level Force Warrior, right?"

Someone who can kill an Eight-level Force Warrior must be at least Eight-level themselves, perhaps Ninth-level.

"Thanks to the treasure Gu Dage lent me, I wasn't afraid to clash with him directly, and I also took the initiative; he didn't expect my sudden attack, so in his panic he didn't even have time to put on the Heiyao Combat Suit."

Jiang Cheng glanced at the box lying on the ground.

"If I let him wear this, there's nothing I can do with him."

Gu Zhangkong heard this and nodded.

That way, it does make sense.

But is Jiang Cheng's strength really only Eight-level? Could he still be hiding his power as before? Still, everyone has their own secrets, and he didn't want to pry into this matter, so he asked, "So, do you blame him for hiring assassins to hunt you, which made you want to kill him?"

"Not entirely, but that is indeed the most important point."

"And what about the other point?" Gu Zhangkong asked curiously.

"The other point is that I just can't stand his actions."

Jiang Cheng said, "If I didn't know about those things he did, that's fine; or even if I know them but lack the power, that's fine too. But if I have the corresponding strength, I must take action; that's my principle of conduct."

When successful, help the world; when impoverished, cultivate oneself alone.

Before his transmigration, he could only sigh at injustices, but after transmigrating, now that he has a panel, he plans to do something.

Gu Zhangkong heard this, a strange look appearing in his eyes, and then he sighed.

"Brother Jiang, I don't intend to suppress you, but I still want to tell you that doing this actually has no meaning. Have you ever heard a saying?"

"What?"

"The tide of the era rolls vast and mighty; those who go with it prosper, those who oppose it perish."

Gu Zhangkong uttered sixteen characters.

It wasn't that there were no passionate people like Jiang Cheng in the past.

Just like a few decades ago.

The Flame Nation's strongmen on this planet surged forward one after another; what was the outcome? Even those Supreme strongmen couldn't alter the tide, let alone these people.

"Gu Dage, I understand your point, but I also want to ask you a question."

"What?"

"Gu Dage, do you believe heroes shape the times, or do the times shape heroes?"

Hearing this, Gu Zhangkong was stunned.

His previous view naturally believed that the times create heroes.

But deep down, he did hope someone could step forward and change this situation; although it seemed faint hope, and he thought that in his lifetime it was impossible.

"Enough, let's not talk about this," he said, shaking his head.

"Brother Jiang, I understand your point and respect your choice; after all this place isn't the Dawn Society, but I also hope you won't do such things again in the future."

"This world is sick, a disease deep in the marrow, like the likes of Xie Tian—just the most inconspicuous kind; one less or one more, it doesn't matter at all. I admit the reason the world has become like this is because of the Jiao Tribe, but also many of our own people stir up trouble, some even the Gu Family behind me can't provoke. Moreover, compared with people on other planets, we are already fortunate; if one day you can leave here and see another planet, you'll know my words aren't empty."

Having finished, he patted Jiang Cheng's shoulder and walked toward the door.

Moreover, compared with people on those other planets, we are truly already fortunate; if someday you can leave here and go to another planet, you will know that what I say is not empty.

Undeniably, Gu Zhangkong spoke with great reason and sincerity, truly for his sake.

Yet, that old saying remains: some things are destined for someone to do.

It cannot be denied that Gu Zhangkong's words are very reasonable and sincere, for his own good.

The Gu-surnamed Ninth-level Force Warrior waited outside early.

While escorting Jiang Cheng to the Lian Dan Shi, he forced a bitter smile, "Master Jiang, if you ever plan to go somewhere later, could you let me know? The Dawn Society's assassins might still be watching outside; if you rashly leave, danger could arise, even if you carry a Third-grade high-level treasure, it won't last long."

After receiving Gu Zhangkong's call yesterday and learning the situation, he was quite frightened.

On the way to send Jiang Cheng to Lian Dan Shi, he gave a wry smile and said, "Master Jiang, if you later want to go somewhere, could you also tell me? The assassins of the Dawn Society may still be watching from outside; if you rashly go out, real danger could occur, even if you have a Third‑grade high‑grade treasure, it won't sustain you for long."

Jiang Cheng hurriedly said.

"Gu Dage, rest assured, there won't be a next time."

"Really?"

Brother Gu, rest assured, there won't be a next time.

Really?

The other side was half‑believing, half‑doubting.

"It's true."

Jiang Cheng nodded repeatedly.

In a short time, he truly had no intention of going out to cause trouble.

"Alright then."

The man gave him a glance.

Anyway, from now on he would definitely have to see Jiang Cheng enter the house with his own eyes before leaving.

"Master, good morning!"

"Good morning, Master!"

As soon as they entered, two young Refining Alchemy practitioners proactively greeted them.

They weren't actually familiar with Jiang Cheng, but after seeing the few five‑ or six‑level Refining Alchemy practitioners and then Jiang Cheng, they all bowed respectfully, calling him "Master" one after another; obeying him could only bring benefits, never harm.

Jiang Cheng didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

If this kept up, here he would truly become known by everyone.

After a brief preparation, a day's Refining Alchemy work began.

Meanwhile.

After a night of fermentation, the news that the Gym Master of Kuangfeng Martial Arts School, Xie Tian, was killed in his own school had already spread through every street and alley.

Ordinary people were extremely shocked upon hearing it.

In higher circles, everyone's inner shock was even greater, leaving none untouched.

One must know that he was an Eight-level Force Warrior! Outer City District, how long has it been since such a sensational incident occurred?

Dawn Society Headquarters.

The office door was forcefully pushed open again.

Before the man even stepped inside, his voice had already entered the room.

"Bing Li, have you heard? Last night the Gym Master of Kuangfeng Martial Arts School, along with several of his disciples, were all killed!"

(End of chapter)