Global alert! SSSSS-class overlord released from prison!

Tian Hongcang's words instantly caused an uproar in the audience, filled with envy and jealousy.

The reason everyone attends this banquet is to establish a connection with the Crimson Dragon Palace and thus gain opportunities for cooperation.

Unexpectedly, Lei Tai received such a generous reward simply for teaching one person a lesson!

More importantly, I can stay by Tian Hongcang's side!

Who is Tian Hongcang?

That's the grandson of the Third Elder of the Crimson Dragon Palace!

Being able to follow him is like having one foot in the door of the Crimson Dragon Palace!

This is the supreme glory that countless people would fight tooth and nail for!

Lei Tai, who was making his move at the time, was overjoyed upon hearing this, and a greedy glint appeared in his eyes.

Unexpectedly, this immense wealth has fallen right into my lap!

Immediately, his gaze toward Xiang Fan became even more ferocious, as if he had already regarded the other party as a stepping stone for his meteoric rise to power.

"Kid! You're my lucky star!"

"Since Young Master Tian has said so, then you'd better get ready to pave the way for me!"

"Take this—Thunderous Strike Across the Heavens!"

With a loud shout, Lei Tai's aura surged.

With both fists carrying the force of thunder, he slammed them down on Xiang Fan.

The fist pierced the air, and actually produced a series of thunderous sounds!

Seeing Lei Tai use such a deadly method, Xiang Fan shook his head slightly, his voice indifferent.

"Since you're courting death, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he stopped dodging and stretched out his right hand, seemingly casually striking out with his palm.

"You think you can hurt me with just this one move?"

"Give me your life!"

Lei Tai roared angrily, completely disregarding Xiang Fan's slap.

However, in the next instant, his pupils suddenly contracted.

In his eyes, there was an overwhelming sense of disbelief.

Because, without him noticing, Xiang Fan's hand had already landed on his abdomen.

boom!

A deafening explosion shook the entire stadium!

That seemingly casual palm strike actually unleashed terrifying power!

Like a train crash, it sent Lei Tai flying.

The powerful impact caused him to spit out blood in mid-air, staining the entire field of vision red!

What horrified him even more was that Xiang Fan's palm strike not only severely damaged his internal organs, but also shattered his dantian!

boom!

Lei Tai crashed heavily to the ground, his body convulsing uncontrollably.

At this point, he had long lost his previous arrogance.

He lay there like a lump of mud, his mouth opening and closing, but he couldn't utter a single word.

The crowd, who had been cheering for Lei Tai, froze on the spot, and the banquet hall was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

It took them a long time to come to their senses. They broke out in a cold sweat and felt incredibly lucky.

Thankfully, we didn't rush to send our own experts into the fray!

Otherwise, it would be their people lying on the ground, crippled!

But Xiang Fan is clearly just a live-in son-in-law, and a recently released convict. How could he have such terrifying strength?

Everyone was filled with doubt, but Xiang Fan showed no intention of providing any explanation.

He glanced at the barely breathing Lei Tai and sighed softly.

"I gave you a chance, but you didn't cherish it."

Just then, a crisp clapping sound suddenly rang out.

Tian Hongcang slowly stood up, a smile on his face, a hint of amusement flickering across his lips.

"Good! Good! Good!"

"That sparring match just now was truly spectacular!"

"Since you've won, then the 50 million cooperation project I promised you before is yours."

The crowd, who were still in shock, were filled with envy upon hearing Tian Hongcang's words.

A project worth 50 million!

Among the people who came to this banquet, some probably didn't even have that much in their entire fortune!

Nowadays, someone who has offended Tian Hongcang is actually receiving such preferential treatment!

Even Xiang Fan's eyes flashed with surprise.

He knew very well that Tian Hongcang was by no means a magnanimous person.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have done something so drastic to himself right at the start of the banquet!

Instead of making trouble, the other party offered a cooperation project worth 50 million.

There must be something fishy going on here!

Before Xiang Fan could investigate further, Tian Hongcang got up and left.

It was as if the 50 million yuan cooperation agreement he had just promised was nothing more than a speck of dust to him, not worth mentioning.

After this little incident, the banquet finally got back on track.

Various factions rushed forward, vying to curry favor with Tian Hongcang, creating a lively and bustling scene.

A glimmer of hope finally appeared in Wei Hongfeng's eyes.

After all, Tian Hongcang's agreement to cooperate with Xiang Fan meant that Xiang Fan hadn't completely offended him!

In this way, the Wei family might be able to gain Tian Hongcang's favor by relying on Xiang Fan's influence!

By then, the Wei family will surely rise to prominence and become one of the top families in Huaicheng!

However, while the idea was appealing, the reality was far from ideal!

Until the banquet was nearing its end, Wei Hongfeng did not hear anyone from the Crimson Dragon Palace announce any form of cooperation with the Wei family.

On the large screen that scrolls in real time, the Wei family's name was not listed at all in the list of cooperating forces!

Even the smallest, most insignificant project has absolutely no connection to it!

From initial despair to renewed hope, and finally to utter despair, Wei Hongfeng's emotions were like a rollercoaster ride.

He stood there, stunned, his eyes filled with disbelief and bewilderment.

"No, that's impossible..."

"Young Master Tian is clearly willing to cooperate with Xiang Fan, so why isn't my Wei family involved?"

Suddenly, as if he had thought of something, he abruptly turned his head and looked around.

Soon, he saw Xiang Fan leaning against the window, gazing idly at the night view.

He immediately rushed over, his face filled with anxiety.

"Xiang Fan, didn't you say you could get the Wei family and the Crimson Dragon Palace to cooperate?"

"The banquet is almost over, what about the cooperation?"

"Go and talk to Young Master Tian right away, see if you can secure a chance for my Wei family too!"

Seeing Wei Hongfeng's impatient appearance, Xiang Fan frowned slightly and spoke calmly.

"I'm talking about the Wei family cooperating with the Crimson Dragon Palace, not with Tian Hongcang."

"Besides, I don't like him as a person."

Upon hearing this, Wei Hongfeng suddenly raised his voice, his face turning red with anxiety.

"What kind of time is this? You're still talking about whether you like it or not! This is a matter of life and death for the Wei family!"

"Young Master Tian just gave you a 50 million project; you must have caught his eye!"

"Go find him right away, say some nice things, and have a good talk!"

"Even if we have to be humble, as long as we can secure another big project, the Wei family will definitely prosper!"

"You'll definitely get your share of the benefits then!"

Just then, a figure slowly approached; it was Tian Hongcang.

His gaze fell on Xiang Fan, and he sized him up.

"Your name is Xiang Fan, right?"

Before Xiang Fan could speak, Wei Hongfeng, as if grasping at a lifeline, hurriedly went to greet him with a beaming smile.

"That's right! Young Master Tian! He is Xiang Fan, the son-in-law of the Wei family."

"Do you want to...?"

Before he could finish speaking, Tian Hongcang glanced at him indifferently and snorted coldly.

Did I talk to you?

These words immediately silenced Wei Hongfeng, and the smile on his face froze like a mask.

Even if he felt incredibly frustrated and anxious, he could only awkwardly shut his mouth, forcing a stiff smile on his face, and obediently stand aside.

But the glances he kept casting at Xiang Fan were still a testament to his inner urgency.

At this moment, Tian Hongcang's gaze returned to Xiang Fan, and a meaningful smile appeared on his lips.

"I am somewhat interested in you."

"In that case, I can give you another project worth 300 million. But the condition is—"