Lü Tianfang reached for You Lie, intending to take the child as a hostage.

A cold glint flashed in Jiang Chen's eyes as he lifted his foot, ready to kick.

"Chief Instructor."

Spirit You grabbed Jiang Chen's arm.

Bang!

"Ow!"

A dull thud followed by Lü Tianfang's cry of pain sounded as a small shoe print appeared on his face.

"Hmph! Capture me? Dad, Mom, and more than a dozen others can't catch me. You think you can? Show me what you've got!" You Lie looked down on Lü Tianfang with disdain, then turned and continued running toward the Martial Arts Arena.

"This, this kid…"

It was only then that Jiang Chen realized that You Lie's strength had already reached the Semi Venerable Venerable Realm, a discovery that truly startled him.

Spirit You explained in a low voice, "This kid is extremely talented and has been slick since he was little. Before you arrived, he was already a Grandmaster. Your one-time energy infusion directly advanced his power by two major realms!"

"Two…"

Jiang Chen was stunned for a moment, then solemnly said, "That's a bit too much of an increase. Pay attention to stabilizing his realm!"

"Understood!" Spirit You softly responded.

"Jiang Chen, I advise you to let me go right now, or my dad won't let you off! Don't think just because you have great power inland that you can do as you please. My Sanzhu Commerce Alliance is not to be trifled with. Even the Five Great Martial Arts Families wouldn't dare to mess with me. Who do you think you are?"

Seeing no hope for escape, Lü Tianfang pointed his finger and cursed with a bluff but inwardly faltering heart.

"The Five Great Martial Arts Families don't dare to touch you, and you think I don't dare? But don't worry, I won't do anything to you. Today, you'll just have to put up with staying here for the night, Young Master Lü. Tomorrow, we will go together to Zhou Yi District to meet your father!"

Jiang Chen looked indifferently at Lü Tianfang, then turned his head to Spirit You, "Take good care of him, attacking even children; he's nothing but a beast!"

"Yes!"

Spirit You spoke in a solemn voice, giving Lü Tianfang a chilling look.

Four members of the Shadow Clan stepped forward to capture Lü Tianfang and dragged him off toward a secluded attic.

"What are you doing? Let me go!"

"I'm the Young Alliance Hierarch of the Sanzhu Commerce Alliance, dare to touch me, and you no longer wish to live?"

Lü Tianfang shouted in fear.

Jiang Chen gave a half-hearted smile, deciding not to heed them any longer. He softly warned Spirit You, "Don't be too harsh, just teach him a lesson. You will accompany me this time to see the stance of the Sanzhu Commerce Alliance."

"Yes!"

Spirit You softly responded.

"Mr. Jiang, are you in such a hurry to leave?"

You Bitong tentatively said, "Why not stay a few more days?"

"Yes, Mr. Jiang, stay for a few more days!"

"Stay a few more days, it's a good opportunity to see our clan members' skills!"

"Yes, please stay!"

The members of the Shadow Clan spoke one after the other, urging him to stay.

Jiang Chen raised his hand, and everyone immediately fell silent.

"Elders, it's not that I don't want to stay, but I indeed have matters to attend to," Jiang Chen softly explained.

You Bitong turned his head to look at Spirit You, who gave a light nod.

Sigh!

You Bitong sighed and respectfully said, "Since Mr. Jiang genuinely has important matters to deal with, of course, official business is the priority. How about this, I'll select a few of our clan members to follow Mr. Jiang for protection to ensure your safety."

"No, no, no."

Jiang Chen waved his hand: "It's better that the Shadow Clan does not have too much contact with me for now. Pretend I was never here, continue living your lives as usual. If something happens and I need your help, I will have Spirit You or You Ye inform you. Then, you can act as a surprise force. Don't reveal the relationship between you and me too soon, as I have many enemies. Currently, I am exposed, while you concealed in darkness can help me more."

"Well… alright, I will obey Mr. Jiang's orders. But please, you must be careful!" You Bitong reluctantly nodded, still somewhat worried as he advised.

"Don't worry, I will be," Jiang Chen smiled and nodded in assurance.

That evening, the Shadow Clan held a grand banquet to welcome Jiang Chen's arrival.

The next day, Jiang Chen left Unchanging Valley with Spirit You escorting Lü Tianfang.

...

Zhou Yi District Beiwan City International Airport.

Whoo... Squeak!

A line of Mercedes stopped at the airport exit.

Clack clack clack!

The car doors opened, and a team of men in black suits got out.

Clack!

The middle car door opened last, and two stunning women emerged from the back seat, while a handsome young man in a silver suit stepped out from the passenger side.

"Miss Song, who has arrived that requires your personal reception?" the young man asked one of the women with curiosity.

These two women were Song Wanqiu and Qingyuan Yingzi, who had arrived at the Zhou Yi District ahead of time, and the young man was none other than Lü Tianjiang, the second young master of the Sanzhu Commerce Alliance.

"Second Young Master Lü, the person arriving will be a pleasant surprise for you!" Song Wanqiu said with a meaningful smile.

"Oh?"

Lü Tianjiang was surprised for a moment, then said with a light laugh, "Then I'm quite looking forward to it. Not many can surprise me!"

Whoo... Squeak!

An Audi A8 parked next to the line of cars, and a seductively dressed stunning beauty stepped out, glanced around, and headed directly towards Song Wanqiu and the others.

"Stop right there!"

As the woman approached Song Wanqiu's group, a man in a black suit blocked her path.

"Zhu Yan."

Song Wanqiu called out and walked towards the glamorous woman.

Lü Tianjiang's eyes lit up, he gestured to the man blocking the way, straightened his suit, and followed.

"Miss Song, Ying Zi, I hope I am not late?" Zhu Yan greeted Song Wanqiu and the others with a light chuckle.

Song Wanqiu smiled softly, "Not at all, Mr. Jiang hasn't arrived yet."

"Miss, I am Lü Tianjiang of the Sanzhu Commerce Alliance. May I know how to address you?" Lü Tianjiang posed in a way he thought was dashing and smiled at Zhu Yan.

Zhu Yan glanced at Lü Tianjiang and said indifferently, "Zhu Yan, captain of the Vermilion Bird Squad of the Flame Dragon Group!"

"Flame Dragon..."

Lü Tianjiang was taken aback for a moment and chuckled awkwardly, a hint of puzzlement flashing in his eyes.

What was someone from the Flame Dragon Group doing here? And the captain of the Vermilion Bird Squad at that? Could it be that the person Song Wanqiu was waiting for is from the Flame Dragon Group?

"The Young Master has arrived!"

Ying Zi suddenly spoke up and started walking towards the gate.

Song Wanqiu and Zhu Yan turned their heads to look, their eyes brightened, and they followed Ying Zi with smiles on their faces.

At the gate, Jiang Chen and his group emerged, saw Ying Zi and the others, and approached with a slight smile.

"Tianjiang?"

Lü Tianfang saw Lü Tianjiang with his group standing there, his eyes brightening. Taking advantage of the moment Jiang Chen and Spirit You were not paying attention, he dashed towards Lü Tianjiang, and Chen Gang quickly followed.

Jiang Chen and the others glanced at Lü Tianfang and his company but completely ignored them.

Because with his current strength, he had no fear of them running away!

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