Chapter 28: Finally, Can We Eat the Feast?

The brothel, which had been bustling not long ago.

It has now been completely cleared out; all the guests were arrested and interrogated one by one before being released, while the original staff inside were naturally given special attention.

This show of force means they are determined to find out who the killer is.

Inside Wang Hu's room.

Looking at Wang Hu's corpse lying on the ground, Lei Tang's face was grim, not saying a word, yet exuding immense pressure upon those around him.

"Boss!"

"Lei Big Brother!"

"Big Brother!"

At this moment, Fist Masters began arriving one after another; upon seeing Wang Hu's corpse, they first suppressed the smile tugging at their lips, then put on faces of profound grief.

"Who! Who exactly dared kill my brother Wang! I will not share the same sky with him!"

"Brother Wang, you were so young—how could you be gone now?"

Some had run all the way, panting for breath, yet rushed over at once with exaggerated sorrow, as if they had truly been close to Wang Hu.

The shrewd ones immediately turned their eyes toward Lei Tang.

"Lei Big Brother, you must take care of your health—believe me, Brother Wang's spirit in heaven wouldn't want to see you broken down."

Hearing these words of comfort.

Lei Tang's expression softened slightly.

But Wang Hu's death still struck Lei Tang a heavy blow.

"Investigate! Dig deep! I must know who killed Wang Hu!"

"Leave it to us!"

Hearing this, several Fist Masters patted their chests, vowing repeatedly they would find the killer.

After all, this kind of thing wasn't hard.

Drag it out for a few days; when no real suspect turns up, just pick some poor unlucky soul to be the scapegoat. Kill him first, and then there's no evidence left to contradict it.

Not long ago, Lei Lu's death had greatly damaged Lei Tang's authority.

Now, with the death of this trusted subordinate, some had begun questioning Lei Tang's competence—if he truly had ability, how could his men keep dying under mysterious circumstances one after another?

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Compared to Lei Tang's troubles.

Ye Tian's side was far more cheerful.

Holding the hundred taels he'd just received, Xiao Cao was so delighted she nearly jumped into the air.

Made money! Made money!

Only a few days have passed, and the money earned already exceeds what she'd made in her entire life before—surely, following Ye Tian was the most correct choice. He truly is a good man.

If Ye Tian knew Xiao Cao's true thoughts, he'd probably burst out laughing again.

"This time, Big Brother Lei is probably going to go mad."

Glancing at the ecstatic Xiao Cao, Mei Yongning turned back to Ye Tian.

Without Wang Hu, Lei Tang's days ahead will be miserable.

The territory Wang Hu controlled—so rich it oozed wealth—won't go unclaimed.

"Isn't that good?"

Hearing Mei Yongning's words, Ye Tian smiled.

"The madder he gets, the less time he'll have to pay attention to me."

Previously, he had too much territory and too few men; now, his men were gradually increasing, but the territory was no longer enough to go around.

Ye Tian had no intention of stopping at the territory he currently held.

"By the way, can we finally eat the feast?"

Last time Lei Lu died, I didn't get to eat the feast; now that Wang Hu is gone, can I finally have my chance at the feast?

"..."

After last time's explanation, Mei Yongning now understood what Ye Tian meant by "eating the feast."

But the man's dead—why are you so fixated on eating the feast? Is that really appropriate?

Still, though she thought it, Mei Yongning replied obediently.

"Probably. I heard that Big Brother Lei will bury Wang Hu in three days; all of us should be expected to attend."

Lei Tang treated Wang Hu like a "son"—he'll surely throw him a grand funeral, a proper ceremony.

"I see!"

Ye Tian stroked his chin, eyes thoughtful.

After a long while, a slow smile curled at his lips.

"Perhaps I can add a little more fuel."

The last fire wasn't hot enough. Best to make Lei Tang completely lose his composure—then it'll be easier for me to act later. But right now, my foundation is still unstable, so I must do this.

Once my position in the Black Water Gang is fully secure, Lei Tang will no longer be necessary.

Seeing Ye Tian's expression, Mei Yongning stood quietly beside him, not interrupting.

Clearly, Mei Yongning had already made her choice.

On one side: Lei Tang, who claimed to admire her but couldn't even remember her name.

On the other: Ye Tian, whose power was steadily expanding and who had entrusted her completely with financial affairs—anyone would know which to choose.

Though Lei Tang was a Head Boss, holding higher rank.

But Ye Tian was younger, and had far greater future potential.

So.

Mei Yongning had no qualms about betting on Ye Tian; anyone who dared to walk the Jianghu had few who wouldn't risk their life for a single chance.

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The day of Wang Hu's burial arrived soon enough.

As Ye Tian had predicted, Lei Tang had indeed put on a grand display, summoning nearly everyone under his command.

"Big Brother Lei!"

Seeing Lei Tang's face as cold as water, Ye Tian walked over with an expression of regret.

Lei Tang had no stomach right now to dwell on Ye Tian's earlier collusion with the Earth Dragon Gang, but when he saw that Ye Tian had brought only Iron Fist, Ghost Leg, and Mei Yongning, he couldn't help frowning.

"You only brought this few people?"

Knowing Lei Tang loved grandeur, Ye Tian, who had anticipated this, sighed helplessly.

"Big Brother Lei, you know me—City West can't be left unguarded. I had no choice."

This is Cheng Nan, the Black Water Gang's stronghold, so there's no need to worry—but City West is mostly Earth Dragon Gang territory. If we pull everyone away, who knows if the Earth Dragon Gang might take advantage of the chaos?

Swallow up the entire territory all at once.

「... 」

Lately he'd been too troubled; only now, with Ye Tian's reminder, did Lei Tang recall the matter.

He waved his hand impatiently.

"Fine, I get it. Take your people and step aside."

His expression clearly said he didn't want to talk.

But Lei Tang not wanting to talk didn't mean Ye Tian didn't want to.

"Big Brother Lei, it's not just you—I too feel deep regret over Wang Brother's death. After our last clash, I'd always hoped for another chance to face him again. Now, we're forever parted, with no chance left."

Saying this,

Ye Tian's tone grew mournful.

"After Wang Brother's death, I secretly investigated the cause. I took this liberty on my own—please don't blame me, Big Brother Lei."

Hearing Ye Tian cared so deeply for Wang Hu,

Lei Tang's expression softened slightly, though he wasn't truly concerned—after all, dozens of Fist Masters under his command had investigated and found nothing. What could Ye Tian, a man whose territory lay in City West, possibly uncover?

He asked casually.

"So what did you find?"

"Big Brother Lei, I really did uncover something."

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