Chapter 56: The candidate for the leader of the Wulin (1/2)

Chapter 56: The candidate for the leader of the Wulin

When Zhang Wei and Wang Chao had pressed hands, Wang Chao felt a stinging sensation within his wrist. Zhang Wei had sent out some Hidden Jin, revealing him to be a master martial artist.

But that Hidden Jin from Zhang Wei had not been as nimble as grandfather Li’s attack.

Grandfather Li’s Hidden Jin had risen and fallen like how a snake’s tongue moved about independently. Zhang Wei’s Hidden Jin had been an explosive burst without any finesse. This had meant that it was taxing for Zhang Wei to do, and that his mastery over it had not yet reached perfection.

When he had used the Hidden Jin, he had taken up a loss as well.

Wang Chao had flared his hair and attacked with his pores. Although he didn’t know how Zhang Wei had dealt with it, it should have been the same, otherwise, he wouldn’t have been in such a hurry to leave.

But after this one probe, Wang Chao could instantly deduce that Zhang Wei was a formidable opponent.

Regarding Zhang Wei’s show of skill, Wang Chao wasn’t all too surprised about it.

Zhang Wei was nicknamed one of the three tigers of Guangdong and was famous in his own right. All of the Wulin in Guangdong had known him, so if he didn’t have some strength, then he would have been killed a long time ago.

“If I were to fight with such a person, then it would truly be a fight to the death.” With both sides being able to use Hidden Jin, all it would take was for a single strike for a bone to be broken and the inner organs to be damaged, there was no chance of holding back.

If Zhang Wei didn’t die, then it would be Wang Chao. At the very least, someone would come out a handicapped.

Unexpectedly, Wang Chao had came across such an expert straight after reaching the Hidden Jin stage–in a bet no less. He couldn’t afford to lose, and he had no other choice but to take the bet because of the threat that was Zhao Jun. If it weren’t for Zhao Jun, then there would have been a miniscule chance that one of the tigers of Guangdong would had sought out Wang Chao, he couldn’t give up such a chance either.

Taking in a deep breath, Wang Chao took a towel and began to dry off the sweat on him. “Provincial head Cao, I wish to know about Zhang Wei.”

Cao Yi had more or less figured out what Zhao Jun had said to Wang Chao, but he couldn’t help but let out a smile, “What’s going on, what did Zhao Jun say?”

“A hundred million RMB bet to settle the difference amongst us two. If I lose, then I lose my company as well as both my hands. That is the equivalent of my life almost.” Wang Chao explained.

“Zhao Jun has already admitted to hiring people to kill me, could it be that the head of the provincial department doesn’t care?”

Cao Yi waved both of his hands in embarrassment, “You should know this too, but we police officers need evidence. Come to think of it, why didn’t you report this to the authorities before? Right now it is already water on the bridge, so investigating this would be difficult. Why not come with us to the public safety bureau and open up a case so we can slowly bring him to justice?”

“Forget it then.” Wang Chao laughed hollowly.

“Zhao Jun has openly spoke that he wishes for you to die without any tricks involved, meaning you cannot decline.” Zhang Tong stated after listening. “I’ve heard of Zhao Jun’s Ike Corporation; it was established around two years ago in Guangdong. They cover many different industries such as real estate, transportation, entertainment, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and so on. It’s said they have a capital of a billion RMB about, most likely from under the table business deals. There is an undeniable connection to the criminal world in regards to casinos and drug manufacturing. However, the concrete details aren’t something I am privy to. Give me three days and I should be able to find something out for you.”

Wang Chao nodded his head with some happiness, “Thank you.”

Zhang Tong gave an elegant smile in return.

Cao Yi nodded towards Wang Chao, “Could we have a chance to talk in private later?”

Sensing the air of mystery around Cao Yi, Wang Chao thought, “The hidden secret has finally come out, I need to see this.”

In a quiet teahouse, Longjin Cha imported from Xihu was being poured in clay teacups. There was a fragrant smell throughout the room, spreading a tranquil air in the private room.

Cao Yi and Wang Chao sat facing against each other. Click! With a snap of his lighter, Cao Yi took in a drag of his cigarette before exhaling a puff of smoke.

Drinking another sip of his tea, he cleared his throat to speak.

“To be honest, we have long since documented the coastal gambling matches that determine everything. The three tigers of Guangdong are also another well documented piece of information by our organization. Every single domestic and foreign martial artist, we have information on. Even the annual meetings, the bets and their details, who are who and what martial art they know, we know as well.”

“Your organization?” Wang Chao had never heard of what Cao Yi had said before.

“That’s right, aside from being a part of the public safety bureau, I am also a part of another organization. You may have heard of it before.” Cao Yi let out another puff of smoke from between his lips.