"Who was it that Boss was talking to just now?" Zhou Jian asked curiously, watching Master Nangong's retreating figure.

"Just a passerby!"

Together, the two of them moved toward the front of the stage along with the crowd, where a waiter was tweaking a microphone, evidently preparing for someone to come out.

Amid the anticipation, suddenly someone emerged from a door behind the stage, and the people around let out exclamations of surprise, clearly recognizing the person who had just appeared.

Seeing the person who came out shocked Ling Zhenfei; the individual was none other than Zhu Qiang from the Sharks.

The formidable reputation of the Sharks was well known, and even those unfamiliar with the Sharks surely knew of the Imperial Palace Club, so when Zhu Qiang from the Sharks took the stage, many people gasped in astonishment.

Seeing Zhu Qiang, Ling Zhenfei's heart skipped a beat. The main business of the Sharks was the Imperial Palace Club, but the list from inside the club had been leaked by him and Zhuo Yue, which was a major issue. Logically, after such an event, Zhu Qiang should not have been in the mood to host a dinner; this banquet, he vaguely felt, was definitely related to that list.

"Everyone, please quiet down. I believe you're all very surprised to see me. Yes, I am Zhu Qiang from the Sharks. Whether or not we had any dealings in the past, we will from now on. I've gathered all the prominent figures from Binyang here today because there's something I need to announce," he said.

"Boss Zhu, speak up. Don't beat around the bush," someone from beneath the podium began to speak.

"Yes, Zhu Qiang, get to the point. After you're done, we all have things to say too."

"All right, I won't waste words. I believe everyone here has heard of our Imperial Palace Club, and many of you are even members. I need not elaborate on the quality of our services; those who've been there know it's a paradise for men, held in high regard. However, recently there's been an incident at our club, and as people of the underworld, you've probably all heard about it."

"Two individuals caused trouble at our club and stole something very important from us. This incident has caused us, the Sharks, great embarrassment, making it hard for us to face our peers. We've launched an investigation into these two, but because they were in disguise, the investigation hasn't been effective. That's the reason for this banquet."

"Zhu Qiang, just say it directly, what do you want?"

"Right, enough talking around—the real issue, what is it? This is so tedious."

Zhu Qiang waved his hand to calm everyone, "Don't worry, we're getting to the main point of this banquet. We, the Sharks, are issuing a Black Death Order against these two people!"

Black Death Order!

As soon as Zhu Qiang said this, the crowd below became chaotic. Perhaps to others, the Black Death Order was unknown, but being underworld bosses, they certainly understood what a Black Death Order was.

The Black Death Order was the highest level bounty task in the Jianghu. Those targeted by the Kill Order would become the public enemy of all Jianghu people, with everyone eager to kill them promptly. However, issuing a Black Death Order came at a cost, and each was substantial; if the money offered was insufficient, who would take the job?

All the people were discussing the Kill Order with their associates. Some underworld figures had spent their lifetimes in the Jianghu only hearing legends of the Black Death Order. Now that it was right before them, everyone was extremely excited and curious about the kind of people that would provoke the Sharks into issuing a Black Death Order.

When Zhu Qiang finished speaking, the large screen behind him displayed the images of two masked individuals: Ling Zhenfei and Zhuo Yue with heavy makeup.

Ling Zhenfei was stunned as he saw this, the images were all too familiar, Zhuo Yue's and his photo were too clear; his photo with a mask wasn't much of an issue, but Zhuo Yue's photo was problematic.

In the photo, Zhuo Yue also wore makeup and changed her hairstyle. Perhaps those unfamiliar with her might not recognize her, but those who are very close to Zhuo Yue could easily identify her. Thinking of this, Ling Zhenfei couldn't help but feel worried for Zhuo Yue, remembering what she had said on the phone today. He didn't know where Zhuo Yue had gone now and hoped she was alright.

"Zhu Laoda, what a bold move," someone exclaimed, "tell us, what's the price?"

As people began asking questions, the cost of the Black Death Order was a matter of great concern to everyone.

Zhu Qiang stood on the stage, observing the reaction of the crowd, his face displaying a look of satisfaction, clearly getting the response he desired.

"Whoever identifies these two individuals will get ten million, capture them alive, and each person comes with an additional ten million RMB. Find the object, and add another ten million!"

Wow!

When Zhu Qiang announced this, the crowd below was stunned. If someone could capture the two individuals and retrieve the stolen items, that would total forty million RMB.

Ling Zhenfei was internally shocked. He knew that if a serious search was conducted, it would definitely lead back to him. It was just a mask after all, merely obscuring the face. The street and traffic surveillance footage of that day, or any eyewitness reports, as long as the information was linked together, could lead straight to him.

"Well done, Zhu Laoda, what daring! Forty million to hunt two people, I believe this news will quickly spread far and wide, exciting the Jianghu people across the country. Then, finding these two individuals is merely a matter of time."

"I'll notify my brothers immediately; not to mention Binyang, even if they have left the country, I'll have them brought back."

All present were abuzz with discussions, now having a goal and direction which seemed much more likely than winning the lottery.

"Boss, what a great opportunity to get rich! Finding them is worth ten million—enough for a lifetime," Zhou Jian said, excitement clear in his voice, obviously unable to resist the allure of the huge reward.

"We are not getting involved in this matter, and no one else is allowed to either."

"Why?" Zhou Jian was very puzzled.

"Do you think a person who can escape unscathed from the Sharks' base is just anyone you can capture? Don't count your chickens before they're hatched, fail to capture them, and instead, risk our lives."

"I see; you're really the boss, always thinking comprehensively," Zhou Jian said, suddenly enlightened.

"Forty million RMB is right here in our Imperial Palace Club; anyone who meets the conditions can come and claim the money," Zhu Qiang said, stirring up excitement among the crowd once again, offering the opportunity to become rich overnight to everyone.

"Zhu Qiang, you should be done talking, right? Can we ask some questions now?"

Suddenly, someone in the crowd shouted at Zhu Qiang, and this person was very close to Ling Zhenfei. Ling had noticed him earlier; the man was a bulky figure, weighing over two hundred kilograms, with a height of over one meter ninety. While everyone else was excited about the forty million, this burly man's expression remained unchanged, seemingly unimpressed.

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