Recruiting Him

"Tell me about it."

Upon hearing Brother Shrimp's words, Lu Bai leaned forward slightly, resting his chin on his hand.

Brother Shrimp, a grassroots native of Chikan Bay, is the perfect person to gather all sorts of gossip and rumors.

Lu Bai had previously asked Brother Shrimp to inquire about any guys who had recently arrived in Chikan Bay, or those who had only recently started to emerge.

Of course, under this premise, those who become Postnatal Martial Artist during this period require even more special attention.

Although Lu Bai felt that his talent was far superior to that of other deathmatch fighters.

However, more than a week has passed since this round of Deathmatch Showdown began, and many of the fighters should have obtained Body Tempering Method and sensed Internal Energy, becoming Postnatal Martial Artist.

"Because the defined scope is quite vague, there are quite a few guys like that in Chikan Bay. Every day we hear news of promising newcomers emerging. But if we add the condition of becoming a martial artist during this period..."

Brother Shrimp looked around and said in a low voice, "So far, I've only confirmed six guys who fit these criteria. They're mostly from various factions: Akai, the rising star of the Jin Family Gang; the Wu brothers from the Nanxing Association; Xiao Xueyin from the Iron Fist Club..."

"Wait a minute."

Upon hearing a familiar name, Lu Bai interrupted Brother Shrimp's report, "Is this Xiao Xueyin you're talking about someone with very fair skin?"

Brother Shrimp blinked in slight surprise and said, "Brother Bai, you've heard this rumor too? Everyone says that kid doesn't look like he'll live long, and I don't know why the owner of the Iron Fist Club values him so much."

"If nothing unexpected happens, I should know him."

Lu Bai stood up and waved to Brother Shrimp: "Let's go, show me around the Iron Fist Club first."

Brother Shrimp was completely confused, but he still obediently got up and led Lu Bai toward the Iron Fist Club.

This club is quite far from the Shrimp Claypot Rice; you have to cross five or six blocks to get there.

Perhaps due to the actions of those leading forces, Lu Bai and Brother Shrimp could sense a restless atmosphere as they walked the streets of Chikan Bay.

The news that Dao Master is in prison has been thoroughly spread by those with ulterior motives.

The competition among the top companies might even leave one or two spots vacant.

Any power with a slightly larger influence would not let go of such an opportunity to redistribute the spoils.

Even if you're not qualified to sit at the table, you at least have to secure enough benefits.

Every now and then you can see thugs carrying various weapons hurrying by. When forces that had conflicts with each other meet, both sides will restrain themselves.

This is not about yielding, but about preparing for what's to come – snatching chestnuts from the fire.

Just by looking at a part of the leopard, one can imagine that Chikan Bay has now become a powder keg, where even the slightest spark could cause a full-blown explosion.

The restraint won't last long; once night falls, full-blown chaos will unfold.

Being in such an environment, even Brother Shrimp couldn't help but feel a little nervous.

Lu Bai, however, showed no emotional fluctuation.

Right now, it's just a localized conflict, nothing serious.

It won't be a proper grand event until the forces from Ojima arrive.

Xiao Xueyin was unaware that Lu Bai was on his way to find him.

At this moment, he was sitting cross-legged on the mat, observing the club members' practical training.

"Ha!"

"Drink!"

The trainees were paired up and did not wear professional protective gear; they were only wearing thin Iron Fist Club vests on their upper bodies.

The two sides traded blows, and the fighting was quite well-organized.

Unfortunately, judging from the momentum they displayed, they were clearly not martial artists.

"Why are you interested in watching these students practice today?"

The burly man called Brother Fengze sat down next to Xiao Xueyin and asked with some curiosity.

Xiao Xueyin's gaze swept over the trainees, but he said aloud, "Are we going to waste this opportunity?"

What do you think?

Brother Fengze stretched out a palm and slowly opened it. "Xue Yin, the most important thing in being a person is to know your own limitations."

You've only sensed Internal Energy for a couple of days, and you're still far from fully tempering your body. Any Postnatal Martial Artist would be an insurmountable mountain for you.

"You should calm down now and wait until you can truly be called a martial artist before considering other things."

"I understand, Brother Fengze."

Xiao Xueyin did not refute, but only he himself knew what he was really thinking.

He then began to talk to Brother Fengze about the chaos and who would have the last laugh.

Brother Fengze had no intention of getting involved; relying on his status Grandmaster martial artist, he was confident he wouldn't be affected.

Therefore, he could easily make a judgment. "Hei Jinbao of the Jin Family Gang has many subordinates, but unfortunately, he is too violent. He will not be the ultimate victor."

"The Nanxing Association Thirteen Yao Club has many capable members under its command. Will it be able to have the last laugh?"

"Thirteen Yao Orphans is all bark and no bite, good at scheming but indecisive, just a pig riding the wind."

The two were talking when they were suddenly interrupted by shouts coming from outside the club.

Brother Fengze jumped to his feet. "What happened?"

Brother Shrimp shoved and pushed several club members through the main entrance and squeezed into the building.

Lu Bai strolled into the room and waved to the bewildered Xiao Xueyin: "Old classmate, do you remember me? We used to hang out together, you played at your house, and I played at mine."

Brother Fengze rolled up his sleeves, intending to teach these two reckless intruders a lesson.

Upon hearing this, he stopped and turned to look at Xiao Xueyin.

He quickly realized his words seemed inappropriate and immediately spat out, "You've come to my Iron Fist Club looking for fun, haven't you?!"

"No, Brother Fengze, wait a minute."

Xiao Xueyin still had a hint of suspicion in his eyes. He walked up to Lu Bai and smiled, "So it's you. This is our first meeting. The buff you gave me was really strong."

"[The Outstanding Among the Crowd] That ability is yours."

This was clearly to confirm whether it was the person in question, Lu Bai would certainly not make things up on this issue.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Xueyin's doubts vanished, and he patted Lu Bai's arm with delight.

Then he turned back and said, "Brother Fengze, he is indeed an old acquaintance of mine."

Brother Fengze immediately waved his hand, dismissing the students who were trying to stop him.

Even though she was still somewhat dissatisfied with this overbearing approach, she didn't lash out for Xiao Xueyin's sake, only expressing her dissatisfaction in a simple tone.

"Since you're my cousin's friend, there's no need to force your way in. You just asked, and I let you in."

Please don't take offense.

Lu Bai nodded to Brother Fengze, then turned to Xiao Xueyin and said, "Come help me out, my All Villains is short-handed."

Xiao Xueyin replied without hesitation, "Okay."