Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 1104: Chapter 576: Making a Deal

Seeing the people emerging from the surroundings, Manager Wang panicked. He instantly put on a sour face and looked at Lan Hua with hostility.

"Manager Lan, you’d better know who’s backing me. If you dare to touch me, you might not even know how you die. I advise you not to cause yourself trouble!"

Hearing his bluff, Lan Hua sneered.

"Isn’t the one backing you Young Master Luo? Now everyone in Ping City knows you offended Young Master Luo because of the Purple Jade Dagger. You still want him as your support? Aren’t you afraid of dying at his hands!"

As soon as Lan Hua spoke those words, Manager Wang’s face changed drastically.

"What do you mean? What’s your real purpose for calling me here today?"

"No real purpose, just wanted to chat with you. It’s a pity you didn’t get the hint and tried to mess with me. I called these people here just to make you hold back a bit. If Manager Wang is willing, why don’t we talk inside?"

Seeing Lan Hua softening her stance, Manager Wang’s expression eased a bit.

"Alright, since Manager Lan sincerely invites me, I’ll give you this face."

After speaking, he walked in with a cold face.

Lan Hua followed closely behind, and as he entered, she locked the door immediately.

The moment the candlelight brightened the room, Gu Sheng and a group emerged from the shadows.

Seeing so many people in the room, Manager Wang’s face changed instantly.

"Manager Lan, what’s the meaning of this?"

"We’re not thrilled about this either, but my backer wants to chat with you. Please have a seat, Manager Wang."

Lan Yao and Er Gou were already standing at the door. Knowing he couldn’t leave, Manager Wang sat down, suppressing his anger.

Gu Sheng sat opposite him and glanced at him.

"Manager Wang, if I’m not mistaken, you haven’t found the right gemstone for the Purple Jade Dagger yet, have you?"

Hearing him mention the Purple Jade Dagger, Manager Wang’s pupils instantly contracted.

"Who exactly are you? I’ve never seen you in Ping City, how do you know this? You must know that Ping City is under the control of the Luo family. By knowing this information, you’re undoubtedly courting death!"

Hearing his words, Gu Sheng chuckled softly.

"Is that so? I don’t see it that way. On the contrary, I think I’m offering you a lifeline. After all, if I don’t step in, Luo Qin is prepared to kill you, and you’re preparing to escape, aren’t you?"

Listening to him lay out his true thoughts one by one, Manager Wang only felt that the person in front of him was extraordinarily terrifying.

"Who exactly are you? How do you know so much? Have you been spying on me?"

"You’re not worthy of my surveillance, but as I said earlier, if you’re willing to cooperate, I can offer you a way out and ensure that Luo Qin doesn’t find you, allowing you to live well in another place. Do you want to cooperate?"

Gu Sheng extended an olive branch, and Manager Wang couldn’t help feeling tempted.

He couldn’t find the gemstone because all the people he could mobilize had used theirs, and now he was at the end of his rope. But with Luo Qin pressing him step by step, he was left with no choice but to plan his escape.

Originally, he had thought that if he had some backing, it would be better, at least increasing his chances of survival. Unexpectedly, Gu Sheng took the initiative to present himself.

Although he couldn’t yet determine if Gu Sheng was a friend or foe, the proposal was highly tempting, as it concerned his life.

After much thought, he asked, "What do you want to do? What do you need me to do?"

Seeing that he took the bait, Gu Sheng slightly curled his lips.

"I want you to hand over the Purple Jade Dagger to me, and then I’ll save your life."

Hearing this, Manager Wang’s eyes lit up.

"Is it that simple?"

"That’s right, just that simple. If you want to save your life, give me the Purple Jade Dagger and stall Luo Qin, so he can’t present anything at the recruitment meeting."

After Gu Sheng spoke, Manager Wang frowned.

"You want me to stall him, but I might not be able to do it. After handing over the Purple Jade Dagger, I need to leave. If I continue to associate with him, wouldn’t that be exposing myself?"

"Without the Purple Jade Dagger, you’re of no value to him. When you’re gone, he’ll surely find someone else to do the job. You craftsmen must have your own networks. Do you need to show up personally to stall him?"

Understanding what he meant, Manager Wang’s mind started calculating again.

Seeing his eyes darting around, Gu Sheng had already guessed what he was thinking.

Taking out a money bag, he slapped it onto the table.

"I’ll cover all expenses, you just need to do the work."

Hearing the heavy thud, Manager Wang’s eyes brightened.

"Good! Seeing that you’re Manager Lan’s backer, I’ll trust you this once!"

With that, he was about to grab the money bag.

Seeing his movement, Gu Sheng pulled back, causing Manager Wang to grab at air and frown.

"What do you mean by this?"

"Nothing much, just have a few questions."

"Ask away."

"Is the Qingcheng Sect under Luo Qin’s control? How many people do they have? Where are they stationed? I need to know all about this."

Hearing him ask about the Qingcheng Sect, Manager Wang was a bit troubled.

Seeing his hesitant look, Gu Sheng tapped his fingers on the table.

"Don’t forget, he’s the one who wants your life now, and I’m the one saving it."

With Gu Sheng’s reminder, Manager Wang gritted his teeth and said, "As far as I know, King Luo has completely handed over the Qingcheng Sect to Luo Qin and is giving them strong support. It’s said that they also have a mysterious force at their disposal. They’re stationed in the south of the city, in the most luxurious mansion there, with about a thousand men, most of whom were trained by King Luo. The rest belong to Luo Qin, but it’s said Luo Qin’s forces are not as strong as King Luo’s, hence the recruitment drive to cultivate a few capable assistants."