I bought a secret manual of the Hehuan Sect for ten yuan.

"Really no use?" Yang Xin'er asked with a gentle smile. "You're a martial arts expert; did you register at the Shadow Martial Arts Hall when you came to Jinling?"

"Miss Yu is also a member of the Shadow Martial Arts Hall. Even she has to register when she arrives in Jinling. Why don't you register?"

"When you sparred with Qiao Song and demonstrated your strength, did he not make things difficult for you?"

Qin Ge didn't take it seriously. "Even if he wanted to make things difficult for me, he'd have to be capable. He can't beat me!"

"And what does this have to do with the favors you mentioned?"

"It's not very useful for important matters; Qiao Song wouldn't abandon his principles for a favor. But it's different for minor matters. He didn't pursue it on the spot, and he won't ask any more questions afterward. Isn't that quite convenient?"

......

As Shen Yulan presented the evidence one by one, the entire hall fell silent.

Finally, Shen Yulan said sarcastically, "Elder Chao, I suspect that someone is behind the Jinghe Chamber of Commerce's actions, intending to incite unrest in Jinling!"

"Shouldn't we investigate this thoroughly?"

She spoke with a scrutinizing air about Chao Wu, and after finishing, she glanced at Wu Nanxiong and the others, her words carrying a hidden meaning.

Chao Wu's face darkened. "What do you mean by that? Are you doubting me?"

"Master Qiao, you truly have a fine disciple!"

"Is there a problem?" Chao Wu wanted to use Qiao Song to put Shen Yulan in a bad position, but unfortunately he chose the wrong target.

Now more confident, Qiao Song showed no mercy and spoke more directly, "I suggest that Wu Nanxiong and the others be detained immediately for investigation and interrogation."

"You are not allowed to leave China until the matter is fully investigated!"

"If it is confirmed that they are involved in the planning of the Seven Star Bay bombing by the Jinghe Chamber of Commerce, there will be zero tolerance!"

Wu Nanxiong and the others felt a chill run down their spines. They glanced at Chao Wu subconsciously before quickly looking away.

I came here today to put pressure on Qiao Song and to seek justice for Wu Nanzhi and the other Dongyang people who died in the Jinghe Chamber of Commerce, but who knew it would end like this?

Justice is out of the question, and I'm about to get myself into trouble!

"There's no need for detention!" Chao Wu said, forcing a smile. "I believe Mr. Wu and the others are unaware of what Wu Nanzhi and the others have done; otherwise, why would they be here today?"

"From what Elder Chao is saying, are you going to vouch for them?" Qiao Song had no intention of letting Chao Wu off easily. "You were just showing off in front of me!"

Qin Ge watched them struggle a bit, a little regretful. "Is this kind of guarantee acceptable?"

"Of course!" Yu Jinghong also felt indignant. Chao Wu's overly attentiveness to the people of Dongyang was obvious to anyone with eyes to see that something was amiss.

I don't know if they gave him too much or if Chao Wu was out of his mind, to be so blatant.

"The status of an elder in the Enforcement Department is no lower than that of a branch hall master. If Chao Wu is willing to vouch for him, it is certainly possible. It just depends on whether he has the courage."

"No wonder he didn't take Qiao Song seriously at all. But his strength doesn't seem that great. Qiao Song could probably take on ten of him without a problem!"

"This kind of thing isn't just about strength. The Minister of Law Enforcement has a special status, and Chao Wu is in the right. It's like he came with an imperial sword. It's just that the situation has now reversed."

As the two were talking, Chao Wu actually vouched for Wu Nanxiong and the others.

"Why aren't you leaving yet? Are you planning to stay for lunch?"

Seeing that the matter had temporarily come to an end, Qiao Song immediately told them to leave, "Sorry, I don't have time to entertain you, and the Shadow Martial Hall doesn't have any extra food!"

"Elder Chao, if you wish to dine here, please go to the dining hall!"

"No need to see me out!"

Chao Wu's face turned ashen, and he nearly ground his porcelain teeth to dust.

At this moment, a young man standing next to Wu Nanxiong stood up. "Master Qiao, I am Miyamoto Yuzheng, and I am Hashimoto Aoi's senior brother."

"I am deeply sorry that Hashimoto did such a thing in Nanjing."

"As Mr. Chao said, we are truly unaware of what Hashimoto and his group have done. Otherwise, how could we have the audacity to come here today and ask Master Qiao about the progress of the investigation?"

"However, we are not here today just for this matter."

He paused for a while, "Back when I was in Dongyang, I heard Hashimoto say that Chinese martial arts are profound and extensive, especially the Shadow Martial Arts Hall, which is outstanding and produces many talents."

Qiao Song glanced sideways at Miyamoto Isamu, "What are you trying to say with all this repetitive talk?"

"If you simply want to flatter someone, there's no need for that!"

"Just so I'll cover your lunch? That's a bit much, isn't it?"

"Go straight to the cafeteria with Elder Chao, it's on me!"

"No, no." Miyamoto Yusuke was so embarrassed that he could barely speak. "What I meant was that the younger generation of us wanted to challenge the prodigies of the Shadow Martial Hall and experience the profound martial arts of China."

His gaze swept over the crowd. "I wonder if Hall Master Qiao would grant permission?"

"Challenge my ass, I'm not interested!" Qiao Song refused without even thinking.

"No way!" Qin Ge's eyes lit up as soon as he heard that the people from Dongyang wanted to challenge the Shadow Martial Hall, and he quickly jumped out.

"Master Qiao, since they're so eager to improve, let's fight them!"

"Such a good opportunity to beat them up openly and honestly..."

"No, it's about exchanging skills and techniques. Yes, exchanging skills and techniques so we can all improve together!"

"You want to accept the challenge?" Qiao Song's lips twitched repeatedly. After all he had gone through, how could he not see through Qin Ge's thoughts?

This guy can't even beat me. If he makes a move, wouldn't these Dongyang people be beaten to a pulp?

Qin Ge glanced at Miyamoto Yusei, "He's too weak, I'm not interested."

He then looked at Wu Nanxiong, "If this old man makes a move, I might be interested."

"But others can accept the challenge, like your apprentice and Jinghong and the others. Wouldn't it be good to let them practice?"

Qin Ge cleared his throat. "A friendly spar is fine, but you'll have to sign a waiver of liability. Think it over, or forget it!"

He was incredibly perceptive. Regardless of what Wu Nanzhi and the others had done, the fact remained that they died at Yu Jinghong's hands.

Wu Nanxiong and his group can't do anything to Yu Jinghong openly right now, but it's hard to say whether they'll pull some dirty tricks behind the scenes in the future.

Instead of being cautious later, it's better to take this opportunity to beat them up now; killing a few won't hurt.

Miyamoto Yusuke was enraged by Qin Ge's disrespect and was about to speak when Wu Nanxiong stopped him, asking, "Who are you, daring to challenge me?"

Qin Ge waved his hand, "Don't be in such a hurry. Didn't we say we'd let the younger generation play?"

"After they're done fighting, if you want to play, I can play with you!"

"But the rules are the same: you have to sign a waiver. If you get beaten to death, you're responsible; I won't bury you!"

Wu Nanxiong clenched his fists, his anger mixed with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

He had looked Qin Ge up and down again and again. No matter how he looked at him, he didn't seem like a martial artist, let alone a master. Why was he so arrogant?

"By the way, I am Qin Ge. Wu Nanzhi and the others planned the massive explosion at Seven Star Bay because they wanted to kill me!"

Qin Ge was afraid that the people of Dongyang would not dare to accept the challenge, so he added something to provoke them.

The effect is very obvious.