Chapter 218: Fast Travel Through Film and Television Multiverse Chapter 62

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Protagonist:

Lin Hao

Lin Hao, reminded by Chen Yao, instantly recalled all the rumors he had once heard about the Jiang family. He remembered that Jiang Tiansheng did indeed have a younger brother who had competed with Jiang Tiansheng for the position of Dragon Head of the Hung Hing triad years ago; after losing, he left Hong Kong in dejection and vanished without a trace. Unexpectedly, at this critical moment when Hung Hing faced a major crisis and the Dragon Head position was vacant, he appeared here like a ghost—his purpose went without saying, and he was surely eyeing that coveted Dragon Head Throne of Hung Hing.

Jiang Tianyang seemed not to hear Lin Hao's questioning; he walked with steady, confident strides, leisurely puffing on a cigar. The swirling smoke rose slowly around him, adding an air of mystery. He walked straight to the sofa as if no one else existed, adjusted his clothes slightly, and slowly sat down, his posture as if he were the master of this place, everything under his control.

He first scanned everyone in the casino, his eyes carrying a hint of scrutiny and amusement, finally resting his gaze on Lin Hao, the corners of his mouth slightly upturned in a half-smile, yet he did not speak; but in that silence, it seemed as if thousands of words were surging, and a new contest for the Hung Hing Dragon Head position seemed to have quietly begun in this wordless exchange of glances.

Lin Hao's mind was now entirely occupied with the thought of avenging Jiang Tiansheng; where was the leisure to watch Jiang Tianyang put on airs of unfathomable mystery here?

He frowned slightly, his eyes showing undisguised impatience, and spoke directly: "Since you are Mr. Jiang's brother, you are welcome to play with us, but today our Hung Hing has other matters, so we cannot receive you; please leave."

Upon hearing this, both Chen Yao and Jiang Tianyang were stunned. Chen Yao never expected Lin Hao to drive Jiang Tianyang away so rudely; he knew Jiang Tianyang's identity was special—although he had left Hong Kong years ago, he was still part of Hung Hing, and now that Hung Hing was in troubled times, Jiang Tianyang's return at this moment might be of great help.

So he hurriedly moved to Lin Hao's side, lowering his voice to urge: "A Hao, Mr. Jiang is one of our Hung Hing people, and besides, with the Dragon Head position vacant now, Mr. Jiang returning might want to contribute to the gang; we can't just push him out like this."

Jiang Tianyang sat on the sofa; his originally leisurely expression paused slightly. He tapped the cigar in his hand, ash falling bit by bit, a barely perceptible surprise flashing across his face, but he soon regained his calm and composed appearance.

He looked at Lin Hao with a half-smile and slowly said: "Yo, this brother has quite a temper. I've just returned, haven't even had a cup of hot tea, and I'm about to be swept out the door? Brother Lin, although I, Jiang Tianyang, have left Hong Kong for some years, I still care about Hung Hing's affairs. Today I came not for anything else, but just to see what help this old bone of mine can offer at this critical juncture."

Lin Hao was unmoved; he snorted coldly, his gaze still firm and cold: "We appreciate Mr. Jiang's kindness, but now our Hung Hing is busy investigating the murder of Mr. Jiang Tiansheng and has no mind to entertain others. Once we resolve this matter, if you wish to come, we can reminisce properly then without delay."

Chen Yao stood aside, wringing his hands anxiously; he worried Lin Hao's attitude would offend Jiang Tianyang, yet understood Lin Hao's urgency to avenge Jiang Tiansheng, and for a moment was in a dilemma, only able to continue urging: "A Hao, one more person means one more strength. Mr. Jiang is a prominent figure in the underworld; he might have clues to help us find the mastermind behind this as soon as possible. Let Mr. Jiang stay and hear the situation first."

Lin Hao frowned slightly, weighing things in his mind. He knew Chen Yao made some sense, but he still harbored doubts about this suddenly appearing Jiang Tianyang—after so many years apart, who knew what schemes he was plotting? Still, if he could provide useful clues, it was worth hearing. Thinking this, Lin Hao's attitude softened somewhat, and looking at Jiang Tianyang he said: "Since Chen Yao says so, let Mr. Jiang stay and listen first. But I'll put the ugly words up front: if you have no real ability, don't waste our time here."

Hearing this, Jiang Tianyang laughed heartily, his laughter echoing in the casino, exuding a unique confidence: "Brother Lin, rest assured, I, Jiang Tianyang, never do anything without certainty. Since I've come today, I naturally come prepared. Who knows, I might really be able to help you unravel the mystery behind this."

Lin Hao's face was stern, his eyes showing determination. He looked directly at Jiang Tianyang and said firmly: "No need to unravel the mystery—we've already found that the Three United Gangs struck at Mr. Jiang. Now it's just a matter of how to deal with the Three United Gangs."

Jiang Tianyang slightly raised his eyebrows, still unhurriedly taking a puff of his cigar. The smoke he exhaled slowly dispersed before him, as if creating a mysterious and composed atmosphere around him.