"I've heard that Third Master is highly skilled in martial arts. Silver Tiger Stronghold already has Boss Zhang, a master, but our Wolf Fang Stronghold is lacking a master like Third Master. Would Third Master consider coming to our Wolf Fang Stronghold?" Having dispelled his doubts, Qian Ergou spoke to Xuan Yuanzhan with more ease.
Unexpectedly, Qian Ergou suddenly started trying to poach his girlfriend while they were talking. Zhang Debiao was both amused and exasperated: "Qian Ergou, that's not fair of you. Trying to steal my girlfriend right in front of me, you really don't respect me, Zhang Debiao!"
This time, Qian Ergou ignored Zhang Debiao and instead leaned closer to Xuan Yuanzhan, saying, "I'm serious. Whatever conditions Zhang Boss offers you, I'll offer more, not less. Brother Su Zhan, please consider it!"
Now they don't even call him "Third Master" anymore; they're directly trying to get close to him.
Upon hearing this, Li Yuanbao chimed in, "Our Black Panther Stronghold is also short of experts. If you're willing to come to our Black Panther Stronghold, the conditions we offer will definitely not be worse than those of the Silver Tiger Stronghold!"
...Zhang Debiao was speechless, his face turning as black as the bottom of a pot.
What's going on with these one or two?
They're all trying to steal him right in front of him. What, does Zhang Debiao look so easy to bully?
Just as Zhang Debiao was about to speak in anger, he heard Xuan Yuanzhan say, "I appreciate the kindness of the two leaders, but my elder brother has treated me well. One cannot be heartless and ungrateful. Since I joined Silver Tiger Stronghold first, I naturally cannot switch strongholds at will. Otherwise, what kind of person would I be?"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Debiao's anger, which had been rising to his head, immediately subsided: "Third brother, my good third brother, besides admiring your martial arts skills, what I admire most about you is your character."
"Third brother, have some tea!" Zhang Debiao eagerly picked up the teapot again and poured tea for Xuan Yuanzhan.
Looking at Zhang Debiao's fawning manner, Shi Tianlei and Tong Changsheng, who were standing there, felt a bit strange.
Which one is the leader of Silver Tiger Stronghold?
These are all the third-ranked brothers, yet they managed to push Zhao Wanqing out of the picture, causing Zhang Debiao to skip Zhao Wanqing for such an important occasion and bring this kid instead.
This person has not only become his equal, but has also made the heads of both families come to snatch him away. This is clearly a sign that he has climbed above Zhang Debiao, yet Zhang Debiao is still smug and unaware that danger is imminent.
Once this kid manages to oust Zhang Debiao and become the leader of Silver Tiger Stronghold, I wonder if Zhang Debiao will be smug about it.
As the four were talking, Xuan Yuanzhan suddenly looked sharply at the screen.
Qian Ergou was the first to notice Xuan Yuanzhan's expression. Following Xuan Yuanzhan's gaze to the screen, he instantly understood what was going on.
Zhang Debiao and Li Yuanbao also belatedly looked at the large screen behind them.
Seeing that they were all looking at the screen, Shi Tianlei and Tong Changsheng also turned around suspiciously.
Just as everyone was looking at the screen, it suddenly lit up, and a person's image was projected onto it.
Upon seeing this, Zhang Debiao, Li Yuanbao, and Qian Ergou immediately stood up, and the five of them bowed to the screen together, saying, "Your Excellency."
This kid's martial arts are indeed impressive; he knew it as soon as the Lord arrived.
The Lord never enters Chunmanlou from the front; he always comes through the back door. There's a large screen blocking the view from the main hall, so sometimes they don't even know he's there until he lights the lamps.
Xuanyuan Zhan stared at the figure on the screen, his brows furrowing slightly.
Your Excellency?
What does this mean?
After Zhang Debiao finished bowing, he remembered Xuan Yuanzhan and quickly grabbed his arm to pull him up.
The lord behind the screen seemed to have noticed Xuan Yuanzhan: "A newcomer has arrived this time?"
The venerable one's voice was cold and deep, and he seemed somewhat displeased.
Upon seeing this, Zhang Debiao immediately bowed and explained, "This is Su Zhan, the third leader of our Silver Tiger Stronghold. My second brother is ill, so I brought my third brother along."
Upon hearing that he was the third leader of Silver Tiger Stronghold, the Lord did not ask any further questions.
He wanted to use the people from Silver Tiger Stronghold, regardless of whether the leader of Silver Tiger Stronghold brought the third or second leader this time.
Seeing that the Lord was no longer pursuing the matter of him bringing Xuan Yuanzhan, Zhang Debiao silently breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Now that everyone is here, shouldn't we talk about the big business deal?"
"No rush, there's still one person who hasn't arrived yet." The Lord's indifferent voice drifted over, and the people present looked at each other, their faces full of suspicion.
Are there still people missing?
Was it someone invited by the Lord?
Just as everyone was wondering who the Lord had invited, Xuan Yuanzhan seemed to have heard something and suddenly turned to look at the door.
The group was startled by his action and all turned towards the door inexplicably.
After a while, a man with a full head of silver hair entered Chunmanlou: "Sorry, I'm late."
"White Eagle!" Upon seeing the man, Zhang Debiao and the others were all shocked: "What are you doing here?"
Xuanyuan Zhan squinted at the silver-haired man.
Although the man had silver hair, he looked very young, probably only thirty years old. He wore an eye patch over one eye, which partially obscured his features, but even so, it was still clear that he was handsome. If it weren't for the problem with one eye, he would have been exceptionally good-looking.
His physique was unlike that of burly men like Zhang Debiao and Li Yuanbao; he was much leaner than Qian Ergou, looking about the same size. However, one could tell from his gait that this man was no weakling in martial arts, far surpassing the brute force and physical prowess of men like Zhang Debiao and Li Yuanbao.
This person's martial arts skills should be even above those of Ye Yun and Ye Feng.
This Bai Ying is clearly a man with a story; Xuan Yuanzhan's previous interest in him was indeed justified.
While Xuanyuan Zhan was looking at Bai Ying, Bai Ying also noticed Xuanyuan Zhan.
It could be said that he noticed Xuan Yuanzhan the moment he entered, since he was the only unfamiliar face present, and with his elegant and handsome appearance, it was hard not to notice him.
I heard that a new third leader has arrived at Silver Tiger Stronghold. He seems to be quite skilled in martial arts. This must be the one.
Judging from his aura, he couldn't even fathom how deep his inner strength was; it seems the rumors were true.
interesting!
Finally, an interesting person has arrived in the North.
Just as Bai Ying and Xuan Yuanzhan were exchanging glances, the Lord spoke up: "I invited Chief Bai here."
The Lord's words immediately drew the ire of Zhang Debiao and his companions.
"My lord, didn't we agree that this big deal would be done by just the few of us? Why did you have to call on White Eagle again?"
Li Yuanbao also complained, "Yeah, it was agreed that it was just for the few of us. If there's another White Eagle, wouldn't that mean there are more people sharing the spoils?"
Although Qian Ergou wasn't as sharp-tongued as the other two, he still spoke up: "Liuying Village is outside of Beifeng and doesn't belong to the North. Liuying Village isn't qualified to participate in the big business deals within our North territory!"
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