Caobang Gang's Grand Leader--Li An!

A yamen runner rushed over as soon as he arrived at the County Yamen. "Constable Lu, it's bad! The Caobang Gang on West Street has run into trouble. Constable Fan has already gone ahead and told me to tell you to hurry over and help."

Lu Feng raised an eyebrow upon hearing this. "Little Zhang, what kind of trouble has the Caobang Gang run into?"

Yamen runner Little Zhang shook his head. "I don't know the specifics, but judging by Constable Fan's demeanor, it seems urgent."

"Alright, I'll head to West Street to help Fan Tao. Please report this to Captain Wang for me."

With that, Lu Feng turned and left the County Yamen, heading towards West Street.

Based on the situation Little Zhang described, it was likely that the Caobang Gang had clashed with an outside gang.

He and Fan Tao were responsible for patrolling West Street today. To prevent these two gangs from causing serious disruption, they had to go and maintain order.

However, he was only a Third-Rank Martial Artist, and Fan Tao was just a Fourth-Rank Martial Artist. It would be difficult for the two of them to stop these two gangs.

Thus, Lu Feng sped all the way to West Street, where he saw the members of the two gangs confronting each other.

Seeing that neither side had made a move yet, Lu Feng felt a bit relieved.

At this moment, Fan Tao, who had been hiding nearby, suddenly grabbed him and whispered, "Lu Feng, don't go over!"

Hearing this, Lu Feng nodded slightly and asked, "What's the situation now?"

Fan Tao didn't answer immediately. Instead, he pulled Lu Feng behind a crate and said, "As far as I know, half an hour ago, the Blood Eagle Gang from outside the city came with over a hundred people to cause trouble on Caobang Gang territory, claiming they wanted to take over the river transport industry. Naturally, the Caobang Gang refused their demands, so the leaders of both gangs are inside discussing it. They shouldn't make a move until a conclusion is reached."

Lu Feng pondered for a moment after listening. "If these two gangs start fighting, our strength won't be enough to subdue them. Perhaps we should report this to Captain Wang?"

The grand leaders of the Caobang Gang and the Blood Eagle Gang were both Seventh-Rank Martial Artists, while Captain Wang of the Yamen was an Eighth-Rank Martial Artist. If they invited Captain Wang, they could certainly subdue them.

Fan Tao smiled helplessly and shook his head. "Lu Feng, it's not that I'm looking down on you, but do you think Captain Wang will listen to us two constables?"

Lu Feng's brow twitched slightly, and he asked in confusion, "Fan Tao, what do you mean by that?"

"Heh, it means that although we are all part of the Yamen, we are also just taking a salary. We won't get involved in this kind of gang fight. As long as it doesn't affect the normal operation of the county town, the higher-ups won't care, understand?"

As soon as he said this, Lu Feng suddenly understood.

"Then, according to you, we just watch them like this?"

Fan Tao nodded. "That's right. As long as they don't affect the other residents within the county town, whether they kill each other is their own business."

"Alright!"

Actually, Lu Feng was just worried that if these two gangs started fighting and the higher-ups found out, they would be blamed.

As for the conflicts between these gangs, he naturally wouldn't interfere too much.

Before long, the grand leaders of the two gangs came out of the room. Lu Feng looked closely and saw that the Caobang Gang's leader had an unpleasant expression, while the Blood Eagle Gang's leader had a smile on his face.

Seeing this, Lu Feng had a guess. It was likely that the Caobang Gang's leader had conceded some profit, which explained their expressions.

Seeing this, Lu Feng patted Fan Tao and asked, "How does the Blood Eagle Gang's strength compare to the Caobang Gang's?"

Although Lu Feng had inherited the original owner's body, the original owner didn't know much about the gangs in the county town.

Hearing Lu Feng's question, Fan Tao slowly replied, "The Blood Eagle Gang is the strongest gang outside the city, and they also have some connections with the nearby bandits. However, their overall strength is about the same as the Caobang Gang's."

"Oh?! Then why did the Blood Eagle Gang dare to come and trouble the Caobang Gang? Aren't they afraid the Caobang Gang will fight to the death?"

Fan Tao smiled and looked at him. "If it were the previous Blood Eagle Gang, they definitely wouldn't dare to do this. But about half a month ago, the Blood Eagle Gang seemed to have found a major backer within the city, which is why they dare to be so reckless."

"A major backer? Who?" Lu Feng asked with confusion.

"I don't know about that. We small constables wouldn't know about such important figures."

Upon hearing this, Lu Feng didn't ask further.

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After the two gang leaders reached an agreement, the Blood Eagle Gang left West Street Pier with their men.

Seeing that the matter was over, Fan Tao slowly stood up. "Lu Feng, we can continue our street patrol."

"Mm, let's continue our patrol then."

With that, the two of them walked towards the pier. At this moment, Li An, the grand leader of the Caobang Gang, suddenly saw them.

However, when he saw Lu Feng, a flicker of confusion flashed in his eyes.

But in an instant, Li An regained his normal expression and walked towards them proactively.

"Constable Lu, Constable Fan, good afternoon!" Li An spoke first.

Fan Tao smiled and said, "Good afternoon, Grand Leader Li. We saw quite a few people gathered here earlier, so we came to take a look."

"Oh, we were just discussing business with outsiders. It's a small matter."

Although Li An was responding to Fan Tao's question, he was intentionally or unintentionally looking at Lu Feng.

Lu Feng had been invited to dinner by this person last night and was attacked by ruffians on his way home.

If anyone was the most suspicious, it would be this person.

Now that Li An was paying so much attention to him, it was basically confirmed.

Seeing this, Lu Feng looked at Li An and said, "Grand Leader Li, thank you for your hospitality last night. I won't forget it."

Li An smiled upon hearing this. "Heh, Constable Lu is too kind. It was just a meal, no need to take it to heart."

As he spoke, Lu Feng stared intently at the other person, but unfortunately, Li An's face showed no emotional fluctuation, maintaining a smiling expression the entire time.

After a moment, Lu Feng cupped his fists towards Li An and said, "Leader Li, Lu is still on street patrol and won't be staying here to reminisce with you. Farewell!"

With that, Lu Feng strode away. Fan Tao then also cupped his fists towards Li An before following him.

After the two left the dock, Fan Tao suddenly asked, "Lu Feng, do you have a grudge against Li An?"

Lu Feng turned to look at Fan Tao and asked with mild interest, "Oh?! Why do you ask that?"

"Heh heh, although my martial arts are average, my ability to observe people is quite good. The conversation between you and Li An just now, and your demeanor, it was clearly not right."

Lu Feng merely smiled faintly after hearing this, not elaborating on the matter.

However, from Fan Tao's words, he could tell that this guy was likely not someone who would harm him.

"Let's go, let's finish patrolling West Street for today first."

Seeing that Lu Feng was unwilling to say more, Fan Tao didn't press the issue. The two continued their street patrol.

Soon, it was evening. The two returned to the County Yamen to sign in, and then each went back to their homes.

As soon as he got home, Lu Feng immediately locked the main door. The day's events had confirmed some things for him.

That is, both his uncle's family and the leader of the Caobang Gang had ill intentions towards him, so he had to speed up his cultivation. Otherwise, his life would be in danger.

With these thoughts clear, Lu Feng began practicing the Cloud-Dispelling Palm in his small courtyard again.

[You used Cloud-Dispelling Palm once, Proficiency +1]

[You used Cloud-Dispelling Palm once, Proficiency +1]

As he executed the fifth Cloud-Dispelling Palm, a special power immediately merged into his body, causing his physique to tremble.

[Your Cloud-Dispelling Palm Proficiency has reached 100, its mastery level has been promoted from Novice to Minor Accomplishment]

[Your Martial Realm has successfully advanced to Fourth-Rank Martial Artist]