The Path of the Martial Arts BOSS
Chapter 177 - 167 Sudden Crisis Looming

Chapter 177: Chapter 167 Sudden Crisis Looming

"Bring him, shackle Squad Leader Feng."

"Lord Luo, I am Mr. Lin..." Feng Yixian tried to name-drop Lin Tengyuan for support but was abruptly cut off mid-sentence by Luo Yan’s direct interruption.

"Are you resisting arrest?!"

With these words, Feng Yixian immediately dared not to speak further. The dangerous aura that faintly emanated from Luo Yan and Bu Lengchuan, as well as the black-clad constables surrounding the docks who placed their hands directly on their sword hilts, signaled readiness for violence should there be any disagreement.

Faced with such posture, Feng Yixian thought that if he didn’t agree to go, the other party would likely beat him to a pulp and drag him away immediately, or perhaps, that was precisely what they intended.

Feng Yixian expressed his determination not to let their schemes succeed, hence he willingly extended his hands, fully cooperative.

"Hold on."

A chill voice swooped down from above, as Lin Tengyuan landed in front of Feng Yixian. The constables holding manacles hesitated to move forward under his intense gaze.

"Lord Luo, Mr. Bu, what has Feng Yixian done that warrants your personal apprehension? Could there be some misunderstanding here?"

Lin Tengyuan’s suggestion, just like Feng Yixian’s initial reaction, took the incident as a misunderstanding. However, the implications were very different.

Feng Yixian was posturing based on his status and connections, while Lin Tengyuan was incensed that Luo Yan and Bu Lengchuan were bypassing him to apprehend someone within his territory - a blatant disregard for his authority.

If he were to lower his standing like he did yesterday, it would be a real humiliation, and he wouldn’t be able to stay in the Six Gates system anymore.

"A matter as grave as treason and collusion with the enemy, does that sound like a misunderstanding to you, Mr. Lin?" said Luo Yan indifferently.

"Sir..." Feng Yixian approached Lin Tengyuan from behind and whispered into his ear, clarifying the intentions of Luo Yan and the others.

Though the voice was low, everyone around them was an expert of the Innate Realm, and such soft sounds couldn’t escape their ears. But Feng Yixian didn’t say anything untoward, and Luo Yan did not stop him, saving himself the trouble of further explanation, didn’t he!

After Feng Yixian finished explaining, Luo Yan said, "So, Mr. Lin, for such matters, even if there’s a misunderstanding, we must still treat them with due seriousness, right?"

"They must be dealt with seriously. Such grave matters, even if possibly mistaken, must be thoroughly investigated. Feng Yixian is suspected of colluding with the Japanese, and he must be brought to the Six Gates for a clear explanation. However..."

Lin Tengyuan’s tone shifted, "This is my jurisdiction. If Feng Yixian is to be arrested for questioning, it has to be handled by me. Lord Luo and Mr. Bu are not qualified to intervene in a case within Linchuan Prefecture without going through me. This case should be managed by me."

"But the matter involving the Japanese was discovered by us first," Luo Yan retorted.

"But this is Linchuan Prefecture, and I am the local Six Gates arrest officer. If Lord Luo and Mr. Bu wish to intervene, please present a decree from Six Gates headquarters. Otherwise, I’m afraid I cannot fulfill your wishes."

"If that’s the case, then we shall leave Feng Yixian in your hands, Mr. Lin. We hope you can investigate this to the fullest."

Unexpectedly, the one who spoke was the ever-smiling Bu Lengchuan, who seemed more like a backdrop. Though always wearing a friendly smile, when he was with Luo Yan, the one who normally conducted affairs was Luo Yan, with Bu Lengchuan simply there to provide support.

"Mr. Bu..." Luo Yan looked at Bu Lengchuan, who had placed a hand on his shoulder, in confusion. Seeing the latter’s slight shake of the head, he remained silent, thereby accepting Bu Lengchuan’s decision.

"That is only natural," Lin Tengyuan spoke calmly. At this moment, he had shed the mask he’d been wearing in front of Luo Yan and Bu Lengchuan, becoming stern and resolute – this was the true demeanor of one of Linchuan Prefecture’s power players.

"Let’s go."

With a wave of Luo Yan’s hand, the black-clad constables orderly retreated from the docks, following him and Bu Lengchuan as they briskly departed.

The group moved further away, silent the entire journey, until they returned to their quarters in the Six Gates Dungeon. Only then did Luo Yan ask Bu Lengchuan, "Brother Bu, why did you stop me just now? Lin Tengyuan and Feng Yixian are closely connected. According to Six Gates regulations, we have the right to take over the case on the grounds that he might protect Feng Yixian."

"He showed murderous intent just now!" Bu Lengchuan said.

It was obvious who he was referring to - the obtrusive Mr. Lin who had suddenly appeared to disrupt their plans.

"Moreover, remember that Lin Tengyuan came alone," said someone else, neither Luo Yan nor Bu Lengchuan, but the black-clad constable who had been following them since they first appeared at the docks, now inside the room with them.

Naturally, it could only be Qing Yu; still appearing as "Meng De," though now donned in a black constable uniform. In Linchuan Prefecture, only Luo Yan and Bu Lengchuan recognized this face; even the Pharmacist, who hadn’t been to Mountain River Academy, would not recognize Meng De. When meeting with the Pharmacist, Qing Yu initially appeared with another face before consistently using that of "Liu Xuande."

"Do you imply, Brother Meng..." Luo Yan looked at Qing Yu, seeking clarification.

"Taking the docks as the starting point, this place and the Linchuan Prefecture Six Gates branch are in one direction. Yet, Lin Tengyuan came without any subordinates. Even if he was in a rush to get to the docks and left his men behind, it’s impossible that he wouldn’t encounter other Six Gates members from Linchuan Prefecture along the way.