Chapter 183: A Change of Plan

Cheng Feng had always felt that the current scale and strength of the Hong Sect were insufficient, so he prepared to develop steadily.

When the other party dared to come to his home to poison them, Cheng Feng's anger was like a suppressed flame, ready to erupt at any moment.

"Damn it, I won't endure this anymore. I want those who dare to make a move against our family to know that the Hong Sect is not to be trifled with!" Cheng Feng's voice was low and powerful, revealing unquestionable determination.

In this dark world, everything is for the sake of making money. Cheng Feng had long been prepared to face the flash of swords and shadows, and even for this kind of despicable poisoning, he would respond calmly.

The Mechanical Dog was sent outside the city; as for Babai and Cheng Yi, Cheng Feng told them both to keep as low a profile as possible.

But when this kind of behavior involved his family—his bottom line—Cheng Feng only wished for those so-called enemies to all go to hell!

Of course, Cheng Feng still needed to go to the Martial Arts Hall once more to understand the realm after Bone Refining. Furthermore, he hoped his family could receive the protection of the Martial Arts Hall.

If one must fight, fight clearly; if one must kill, kill thoroughly.

After leaving the dungeon, Cheng Feng did not hesitate in the slightest and immediately dispatched a disciple to fetch Wang Hu. Soon, Wang Hu arrived before Cheng Feng and stood respectfully.

Cheng Feng looked at him expressionlessly and said in a cold tone: "The people from the Green Bamboo Gang actually dared to poison my family! Do they think they can force me to submit this way? It is truly ridiculous! Since that is the case, there is no need for us to continue executing our previous plan. I want you to investigate the number of high-ranking members of the Green Bamboo Gang, their specific locations, and the situation of their family members; I hope to have this information by this afternoon. Also, go notify all the brothers: tonight at the Hour of the Rat, everyone must be ready for battle, but the operation must be kept secret; not a single whisper can leak out. Do you understand?"

Upon hearing Cheng Feng's words, Wang Hu felt a shock in his heart. He originally wanted to advise Cheng Feng not to act impulsively, but when he saw Cheng Feng's cold and firm gaze,

he suddenly understood that he could no longer stop Cheng Feng's decision. He took a deep breath, tried his best to calm himself down, and then nodded to indicate he understood.

Seeing Wang Hu agree so readily, a flash of appreciation crossed Cheng Feng's eyes. He patted Wang Hu on the shoulder and comforted him: "Rest assured, I have absolute certainty in this operation."

He hadn't told anyone about his breakthrough except for his woman, who knew a little bit; the fact that Wang Hu could trust him without knowing the situation showed that he hadn't misjudged the man.

Hearing Cheng Feng's words, Wang Hu felt a sudden sense of relief in his heart. He knew that Cheng Feng's strength was very high, and if Cheng Feng truly had certainty, then the possibility of this operation succeeding would greatly increase.

When he stole a glance at Cheng Feng, he discovered that Cheng Feng's gaze had become abnormally cold, as if hiding endless rage. This unfamiliar feeling caused a wave of fear in Wang Hu's heart.

In all the time Wang Hu had known Cheng Feng, he had never seen him this angry. He did not know what kind of things Cheng Feng would do, and he couldn't help but feel a bit worried. But he also knew that he could no longer change Cheng Feng's mind, and could only silently pray for everything to go smoothly.

Wang Hu took a deep look at Cheng Feng and then turned to leave, sighing to himself: "Green Bamboo Gang, oh Green Bamboo Gang, of all the people you could have provoked, you just had to provoke this terrifying fellow."

Following Cheng Feng's order, the entire Hong Sect moved at the news. The members of Black Ear began to secretly carry out investigations and intelligence gathering work in various places to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information sources. At the same time, the interior of the Hong Sect also strengthened patrols and security work in all areas of the Hong Sect.

Furthermore, because the Hong Sect had recently successfully annexed several small gangs nearby, the Hong Sect's sphere of influence had been further expanded. This also meant that the Hong Sect's potential influence had become greater, as they now controlled more resources and connections and could better control the situation.

However, for Cheng Feng, he had no time to pay attention to these trivial matters.

Since they had already used poison and prepared to wipe out his family, what else was there to say?

He would not sit and wait for death, but would take the initiative to attack; only the victor could win respect and status, while failure meant being eliminated.

Tieshan Martial Arts Hall,

Wang Tieshan looked at this Closed-door Disciple: "It's been a while since you've come; what wind blew you here?"

Cheng Feng respectfully poured tea for his master, "Master, you joke. Is there anything I am doing that you wouldn't know about?"

Handing the teacup to Wang Tieshan, Cheng Feng flicked his robe, knelt before Wang Tieshan, and fiercely kowtowed three times.

Wang Tieshan was greatly alarmed and reached out to grab Cheng Feng's arm: "What are you doing? Get up quickly."

Cheng Feng pressed down on Wang Tieshan's arm and said: "Master is above; if not for Master's teaching, this disciple would not have achieved anything. I also thank Master for standing up for this disciple, allowing the Hong Sect to develop. This disciple is deeply grateful."

Wang Tieshan did not expect that Cheng Feng knew everything he had done, and a bad premonition suddenly arose: "Then what is it now?"

"Today, someone poisoned my home. My wife and children were all at home. Fortunately, it was discovered early, otherwise, everything this disciple has would be gone." Cheng Feng's eyes were a bit red as he said this.

Wang Tieshan slammed the table in anger: "Who is it that dares to be so rampant?"

Cheng Feng helped Wang Tieshan sit down: "Master, listen to this disciple finish. That thief has already been captured by this disciple. After interrogation, it was learned that they were from the Green Bamboo Gang. For those who act like this, this disciple will absolutely not sit and wait for death; I am preparing to counterattack."

"Then you came here to ask for the Martial Arts Hall's help?" Wang Tieshan realized the situation, his tone somewhat cold.

Cheng Feng shook his head: "This disciple knows the rules of the Martial Arts Hall; there is no need to drag you into this disciple's affairs."

Wang Tieshan was somewhat surprised: "Then you are going to start an all-out war? If you really want to take it to this level, what certainty do you have?"

Cheng Feng nodded and said: "Master, this disciple has the certainty to start the conflict, and naturally has the certainty to finish it. The only thing I cannot set my mind at ease about is my family. I implore Master to take in my family for two days. For Master's great kindness, this disciple is eternally grateful."

Wang Tieshan frowned: "That is a small matter. The main thing is, what certainty do you have that you can win against that old fellow Peng Yuyan? He has long been at the Blood Refining Perfection realm and has accumulated much; he hasn't been seen making a move for many years."

Cheng Feng cupped his hands: "This disciple boldly asks Master for guidance."

Wang Tieshan became interested: "Fine, I want to see what moves you have."

The two came to the Martial Arts Arena in the Rear Courtyard and began to practice directly.

Cheng Feng looked at the Thunder Blade Technique on his Panmian: (Proficient 68/200)

He drew his blade to start, directly showing his results to Wang Tieshan.

Watching Cheng Feng use the Thunder Blade Technique so skillfully, he thought in surprise: How long has it been, and he is already Proficient in the Thunder Blade Technique?

After Cheng Feng finished one round, Wang Tieshan nodded and then shook his head: "The blade technique is practiced well, but unfortunately, it is still not enough."

Cheng Feng sheathed his blade, picked up an iron blade from the Blade Frame in the Martial Arts Arena, exerted force from his bones, and pressed down hard; five finger imprints appeared on the back of the blade.

Wang Tieshan's eyes widened, while his heart roared: "Impossible, absolutely impossible. This is Bone Refining strength."

Without waiting for Cheng Feng to speak, Wang Tieshan snatched the blade from Cheng Feng's hand to examine it, stroking the finger imprints Cheng Feng had left with his own hand.

He muttered: "That's not right, it really is my blade."

Cheng Feng said cautiously: "Master, where is the problem?"

Wang Tieshan looked at Cheng Feng with burning eyes: "It is not right; it is you who are very not right."

Cheng Feng was puzzled: "Where is this disciple not right? Could it be that this disciple practiced incorrectly?"

Wang Tieshan looked at Cheng Feng as if seeing a precious jade that had been buried for a long time: "Your talent and aptitude, logically speaking, should not have reached such a realm so quickly, yet you have somehow succeeded. Your senior sister Zhao Wei has been practicing martial arts for ten years and is still lingering at Blood Refining Perfection, yet she cannot compare to you, a kid who has only been practicing for two years. How strange, how strange."

Cheng Feng pushed his heart, which had almost been scared out, back into place.

He thought his Panmian had been discovered!

Thank goodness, thank goodness.

Cheng Feng said with an innocent face: "Master, this disciple doesn't know either. I just practiced according to what you said, and as I practiced, I broke through."

Watching Cheng Feng's look of feigned innocence after gaining an advantage, Wang Tieshan was so angry he couldn't speak. He put down the blade in his hand and looked at this genius, Cheng Feng: "Since your strength has had another breakthrough, I have nothing more to say. The Martial Arts Hall cannot get involved; for this reason, as you are also the Sect Master of the Hong Sect, from the perspective of a leader, you also know this. I hope you can understand the difficulties of the Martial Arts Hall. As for your family, rest assured; you can send them over today, and they can stay as long as they like."

Cheng Feng felt a weight lift from his heart: "Thank you, Master."

With his worries removed, Green Bamboo Gang, wash your necks and wait!