Chapter 188: Quick Transmigration: Film & Television Myriad Heavens Chapter 32 — Jiang Tiansheng's Arrival

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Protagonist:

Lin Hao

The next morning, sunlight filtered through the cracks of the window into the room. Lin Hao slowly opened his eyes; after a night's rest, he had finally recovered some spirit. Although his heart still worried over Chen Hao Nan and the others' affairs, his mind was much clearer now, and he could better cope with the situation to come.

He had just gotten up and finished washing when a little brother came knocking on the door in a fluster.

Lin Hao opened the door, and that little brother reported with an anxious face: "Hao Ge, we've already inquired about last night's situation."

Lin Hao hurriedly let the little brother into the room and said: "Speak quickly, what exactly happened?"

The little brother caught his breath and began to recount in detail: "Hao Ge, last night after Da Ge B and Brother Hao and them arrived at the San Chain Bang venue, they truly didn't say a word and directly started fighting. Brother Hao and them wanted to win back face for our Hung Hing, holding in a surge of energy; the moment they went in they clashed with San Chain Bang's people. But who knew, San Chain Bang aren't soft persimmons to pinch either — they were prepared early on, and they had more people inside the venue, every one of them fierce-looking with weapons fully equipped. Although Brother Hao and them are formidable, they couldn't withstand the enemy's superior numbers; before long they fell into a disadvantage, beaten into a steady retreat, and in the end could only flee outside."

Lin Hao frowned, clenched his fists, and in his heart secretly hated San Chain Bang's cunning and troublesomeness. Aloud he asked: "Then what happened later? How did Da Ge B end up firing his gun?"

The little brother continued: "Hao Ge, the situation at the time was too critical. When Brother Hao and them ran outside, San Chain Bang's people pursued closely behind, about to catch up and capture them all. Da Ge B saw the situation, and in order to cover Brother Hao and them so they could escape smoothly, he gritted his teeth, pulled out his gun and fired several shots at the pursuers, killing several San Chain Bang men on the spot. This thoroughly threw the scene into chaos; those San Chain Bang people were also frightened and for a time dared not pursue further, so Brother Hao and them managed to flee far away. But... but where Brother Hao and them ran to, no one knows to this day. Our other Hung Hing little brothers were either captured by San Chain Bang's people or ran back with their lives to report the news; right now only Brother Hao and those few have no news, and we don't know whether they were caught again by San Chain Bang or are hiding in some corner — it's making people frantic with worry."

Lin Hao listened, his face growing ever darker. In his heart he both admired Da Ge B's righteousness and worried incessantly for Chen Hao Nan and the others' safety. He paced back and forth in the room a few circles, pondered a moment, then said: "Brothers, we can't just wait dryly like this. Since we know they ran outside, we'll split into several teams and search along the routes they might have fled. Focus on those concealed places San Chain Bang wouldn't easily find, and also ask surrounding residents or shopkeepers whether they've seen any trace of Haonan and them. In short, we must find them!"

The little brothers heard and chorused: "Yes, Hao Ge!" Then they scattered to gather manpower, preparing to search for Chen Hao Nan and the others according to Lin Hao's orders.

Lin Hao didn't idle either. He straightened his clothes, took his weapon, and led a team of brothers toward one of the directions — he was going to meet Jiang Tiansheng.

At ten in the morning, sunlight fell on Ao Dao's wharf. The rippling water reflected the surrounding scenery, a seemingly calm atmosphere that yet hid a tense undercurrent.

Lin Hao brought a few brothers and hurried to the wharf. Before long, a boat slowly docked, and Jiang Tiansheng led a group of people down from the boat.

Lin Hao hurried forward to meet him and called out: "Mr. Jiang, you've come."

Jiang Tiansheng's face was slightly grave. He nodded and said: "A Hao, I've understood the situation more or less. This matter is growing bigger and bigger; we must think of a way to calm it down as soon as possible. I've already contacted the San Chain Bang leader and made an appointment to sit down at noon and talk properly, to see if we can properly resolve this and bring our people back safely."

Lin Hao frowned and said: "Mr. Jiang, I'm afraid the San Chain Bang leader harbors ill intentions. After all, we've already quarreled to this extent and even fought openly before — would they really be willing to sit down and talk so easily?"

Jiang Tiansheng sighed softly and said: "Right now we can only take this step. We can't keep deadlocked like this forever. Da Ge B is still in the police station, Haonan and them are missing, and the longer we drag it out the more unfavorable for us. Whatever intentions they harbor, we'll go probe the bottom first. If talks succeed that's naturally best; if they fail, we'll make another plan."

Lin Hao understood Jiang Tiansheng's words made sense, and at the moment didn't say more, only replied: "Mr. Jiang is right. Then we must make preparations in advance — we can't go to the appointment defenseless."

Jiang Tiansheng nodded, looked at the brothers he had brought behind him, and said: "This time I brought some capable men, and we've made some arrangements in advance, just in case. A Hao, you've stayed on Ao Dao for a night and are more familiar with the situation here. In a while you tell me in detail, so we have a clear picture in our hearts."

Thus Lin Hao told Jiang Tiansheng everything he knew about San Chain Bang — their venue distribution, operating style, and some characteristics discovered during last night's clash — in full detail. Jiang Tiansheng listened while pondering, his mind scheming strategies and response methods that might be used in the upcoming negotiation.

Time passed minute by second. Seeing it was nearly noon, Jiang Tiansheng stood up and said solemnly to everyone: "Brothers, when we go to the appointment in a while, all stay alert. Don't act rashly; everything follows my command. We strive to settle this matter and bring everyone back safely — absolutely no more mishaps."

Everyone chorused: "Yes, Mr. Jiang!"

Afterward, Jiang Tiansheng led Lin Hao and the crowd of brothers toward the agreed location with the San Chain Bang leader. Only no one knew what the outcome of this negotiation would ultimately be, or whether it could truly resolve the thorny crisis before them.

Jiang Tiansheng led Lin Hao and the crowd of brothers toward Ao Dao's most famous Huang Di Jiu Dian. Along the way, everyone's eyes carried vigilance, constantly alert to the surroundings' movements — after all, who knew whether some sudden change might burst out in this seemingly peaceful journey.

The hotel's exterior was extremely luxurious. The towering building glittered with dazzling brilliance under the sunlight. Cars came and went at the doorway; those entering and exiting were all dressed splendidly, looking either rich or noble, displaying its unique status and luxurious style.

Lin Hao slightly furrowed his brow, thinking to himself: "This San Chain Bang leader really knows how to enjoy himself — choosing such a high-end place to stay. Looks like he hasn't lacked for comfortable days usually." As he thought, he followed Jiang Tiansheng into the hotel lobby.

The lobby was even more magnificently decorated. Dazzling crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, casting soft yet bright light. The high-grade marble floor was polished to a mirror sheen. Exquisite artworks were placed all around, making one feel as if inside a luxurious palace. The waiters coming and going all wore professional smiles, courteously serving the guests.