Trafford's Trading Club

Chapter 1243: Chapter 84: Origins and the Viper of the Capital

Wang Yuechuan, a very famous person in the provincial bureau, because he is young and handsome and solves cases like a god, like a superstar.

After quickly flashing through some data about Wang Yuechuan in his mind, Leng Feng furrowed his brow, “What is going on here?”

The man’s name was Wang Yuegang, not very old, but already a regiment-level operations staff officer, belonging to the same troop system as Leng Feng. Leng Feng met Wang Yuegang during a joint military exercise, and they got along well, so they had a good private relationship, somewhat familiar with each other’s family affairs.

Leng Feng had never met Wang Yuechuan, only knowing that he was Wang Yuegang’s younger brother, but not by blood, as he was an adopted son of Wang Yuegang’s father, said to be because of an old acquaintance’s descendant.

At this point, Wang Yuegang’s face was somewhat grim, “He absconded in fear of crime… The situation is a bit complicated, I haven’t figured it out till now.”

Wang Yuegang briefly explained the information he had investigated to Leng Feng.

“After coming out from the morgue, a foreigner died… Escaped during capture, even took a colleague hostage.” Leng Feng gasped after hearing this, instinctively asking, “Are you sure this is your brother, not an impostor?”

Wang Yuegang smiled bitterly, “I wish it were so.”

Leng Feng pondered, “What did the police say about this?”

Leng Feng knew this matter was not under Wang Yuegang’s jurisdiction, the military and police belong to two different systems, if Wang Yuegang dared to intervene, it would be overstepping authority, he could at most just get some information… But obviously, he would not leave it alone.

“So far, no one has been found.” Wang Yuegang frowned, “After escaping that night, it was as if he vanished from the earth, but it’s said that he seemed to flee towards Xiangjiang, it’s presumed he might use this to escape to several Southeast Asian countries, but it’s hard to analyze.”

Leng Feng said, “Your brother has a bright future, it’s impossible for him to self-destruct… Have you thought about why, maybe there’s some hidden trouble?”

Wang Yuegang rubbed his forehead and said: “I’ve thought about it too, generally speaking, unless there’s something major, such defection shouldn’t happen. At first, I wondered if it was because there was a reason, or maybe he was on some special mission or something… But from my old man’s reaction, probably not.”

Leng Feng didn’t know how to comfort the other party, after all, he was also from the military of the capital, there are still many obstacles between large regions, let alone this is a police matter, so he could only listen at most—besides, after returning this time, he would participate in that secret plan, and couldn’t do much about it.

But he couldn’t bear to see his friend so distressed, so he furrowed his brow and said: “How about this, I introduce you to someone, perhaps they can find out something.”

“Oh? Tell me.” Wang Yuegang’s eyes lit up immediately.

Leng Feng smiled slightly, “It’s my sister-in-law, the one I asked you to take care of.”

Wang Yuegang frowned heavily at once, but he also knew that Leng Feng never spoke lightly, so he patiently waited for Leng Feng to explain.

Leng Feng said, “Ren Ziling is somewhat special; although she’s just a journalist, she has quite good connections in the underworld… She has some relations with an old community organization in Xiangjiang.”

Wang Yuegang couldn’t help but frown even deeper.

Leng Feng said, “Not many people know about this, don’t spread it. But rest assured, she’s not part of the community either, just has some relations with its leader. Ren Ziling was an orphan since childhood, but the community leader in Xiangjiang decided to do some good for some unknown reason a year ago, so he funded several children in inland areas to complete their studies; my sister-in-law was one of them.”

“Such unexpected things exist?” Wang Yuegang was momentarily stunned.

But thinking about the vastness of Hua Country, anything could happen, he felt somewhat relieved.

“Yes, I was quite shocked as well.” Leng Feng recalled, “My elder brother’s first wife died early, and he met her later and remarried. I attended the wedding at that time. According to my sister-in-law, she did indeed send the invitation to Xiangjiang, without expecting that great benefactor to come, but since he was a great benefactor, proper etiquette had to be observed… Unexpectedly, that great benefactor actually came, and in the merriment of the banquet, acknowledged her as a goddaughter. Later, it turned out that this great benefactor’s ancestral home was here, but in the seventies, he swam to Xiangjiang and made his fortune there.”

Wang Yuegang couldn’t help but smile bitterly, “No wonder you say she can get by here.”

Leng Feng said, “It’s not that she has a say, but she does command some respect, so generally people don’t disturb her. She never speaks of this thing, but sometimes when she asks people from the underworld to find someone, it’s quite easy. If your brother really wants to escape from Xiangjiang, asking the local influencer might yield some information.”

As the saying goes, a mighty dragon cannot suppress a local snake, that’s the truth.

Wang Yuegang understood this, he stared at Leng Feng for a while, then nodded, “Alright, introduce me to her someday… I owe you this favor.”

Leng Feng smiled slowly.

The plan he was about to participate in was extremely mysterious, even he did not know how much danger awaited, so he had to make some arrangements.

If Ren Ziling really encountered difficulties that required Wang Yuegang’s help, Wang Yuegang might help for the sake of Leng Feng, or consider the situation, but wouldn’t be too concerned, yet if he owed a favor, that would be different.

It is indeed the hardest to repay favors.

And this, for now, was all Leng Feng could do.

“Then I’ll arrange to meet her tomorrow to discuss this matter.”

Wang Yuegang nodded.

…

After Wang Yuegang left, Leng Feng returned to his room… But just before opening the door, Leng Feng furrowed his brows.

His movements to open the door slowed significantly, and after opening it, he did not immediately enter the room, but looked around a few times before stepping inside.

At this time, a gust of wind came at him, but Leng Feng calmly squatted down, dodging an elbow strike, and immediately launched a counterattack in return.

After exchanging a few moves in the room, Leng Feng received a punch on the chest, causing considerable pain, while the assailant also got kicked, turning pale.

Leng Feng then clearly saw the assailant’s appearance… Ordinary, hard to notice at first glance.

“Who are you, and why are you following me?” Leng Feng’s gaze turned sharp, full of murderous intent, it’s the essence qi and spirit honed from the battlefield, “From the capital’s airport… you’ve been following, haven’t you?”

“Colonel Leng, your martial arts are indeed impressive.” The ordinary-faced man suddenly dropped his hands, smiling as he said, “I’m here just to discuss cooperation on a matter with you.”

“Oh?” Leng Feng gave the other man a cool glance and said indifferently, “Not introducing yourself first?”

Leng Feng spoke as he walked toward the small bar in the room, poured himself half a glass of whiskey, then grabbed a couple of ice cubes to put in.

“You can call me Viper.” Facing the ordinary-looking man… at this moment Viper had his hands clasped behind his back, “I’m here on behalf of my boss to find you.”

Viper… After quickly searching for information on this name in his mind, Leng Feng suddenly had an inkling, “I’ve heard that ten years ago, there was a Form-Intent Fist expert in the Shu area, who escaped after killing, and then appeared in the capital three years ago, later joining the Zhao Family of the Capital as a retainer… Are you that Viper?”

Viper smiled subtly, “Colonel Leng, you are indeed perceptive.”

Leng Feng sneered, “There are too many aristocrats in the capital; they wouldn’t even know how they died… However, I’ve rarely interacted with the Zhao Family of the Capital and don’t know anyone from there. I really can’t figure out why your boss needs to find someone as insignificant as me.”

Viper gestured with his hand, “Colonel Leng, don’t be modest. Someone of your age becoming a colonel has a bright future ahead, in a few years, you might even rise swiftly through the ranks.”

Leng Feng coldly smiled, “You haven’t said why you’re looking for me yet.”

Viper paused for a moment, then suddenly said, “I’ve heard that Colonel Leng is about to participate in a secret plan… this plan selects elites from the national military.”

A flash of murderous intent passed through Leng Feng’s eyes.

Viper seemed not to notice, and continued speaking to himself, “My boss hopes Colonel Leng can lend a hand. If you participate in the plan and share its details or any results, you will be handsomely rewarded.”

Leng Feng snorted coldly, “You actually know about this plan, so you must be aware that it’s a secret document from the superior, right? Is the Zhao Family of the Capital overstepping their boundaries?”

Viper looked at Leng Feng and said, “Colonel Leng, you just need to answer me, will you cooperate or not?”

Leng Feng replied, “Go ahead, I can pretend I don’t know this happened… I don’t care who you want to approach, just don’t come after me.”

Leng Feng had considered many things; since the Zhao Family of the Capital could find him, they certainly have some knowledge of that document’s content, so seeing his name on the selection list is not surprising—though it also proves that the Zhao Family has indeed extended their reach into the military, and deep enough.

Now that they’ve found him, he believes the Zhao Family is in contact with quite a few people on that list… Leng Feng doesn’t know how many people can resist the Zhao Family’s temptations; it’s not something he can control entirely.

This matter is significant; he needs to contact the military leadership to report it immediately; the struggle between the powerful isn’t something a small military officer like him can intervene in.

And thanks to the years he’s spent leading troops, cultivating his mind, and pursuing further studies at the military university, otherwise, if he was still hot-blooded like before, tonight might have been handled differently.

“Colonel Leng, they say that knowing how to adapt is a wise person’s way.” Viper’s gaze suddenly turned sinister, “The Zhao Family won’t treat you poorly… of course, they don’t want any trouble either. Since I’ve brought up this matter, I don’t hope you’ll refuse.”

Leng Feng raised his eyebrows, coldly smiled, “What if I refuse?”

Viper said indifferently, “Colonel Leng returns home to visit family, but unfortunately encounters misfortune on the way, truly regrettable.”

Leng Feng’s gaze sharpened, his whole body exuding a leopard-like aura, he coldly shouted, “You dare assassinate a colonel!”

Viper didn’t reply, his actions were his best response. He coldly chuckled, flipped his palm, and magically produced a dagger from nowhere, held it in reverse, and struck directly.

Leng Feng inhaled sharply; the combat skills he’s learned over the years weren’t for nothing, he immediately threw a punch.

Inside the room, Viper dodged left and right, his movements agile, each move vicious. Leng Feng countered each move but struggled to fend off Viper’s dagger with its tricky angles, his heart growing heavier… Viper’s renowned Form-Intent Fist had yet to be displayed, obviously he hadn’t truly exerted his strength, while Leng Feng already had difficulty handling him.

“No wonder you’re a soldier trained through life and death.” Viper retreated, “Colonel Leng, if you had started martial arts training from childhood, your achievements today would probably far exceed mine… However, simple military kill moves are still not enough.”

Leng Feng snorted abusively, took a deep breath… his forearm had a palm-length wound, blood flowing.

Viper casually tossed the dagger aside, then positioned his feet into a sideline stance, front hand punched while the rear elbow moved, adopting a pose.

Leng Feng took a fierce breath, focusing all his essence, qi, and spirit.

Viper swiftly moved two steps, his leading hand slashing out, Leng Feng instinctively elbowed to block, but a sharp pain shot through, his bones felt like they might break, the piercing pain causing him to momentarily lose focus!

Viper’s first strike connected, the second punch continued without pause, directly targeting Leng Feng’s chest… Given Viper’s punch strength, if hit, Leng Feng’s chest bones might fracture!

He had no time to dodge, Viper’s striking speed far surpassed an ordinary person’s capability… Leng Feng had heard while training in military combat that there were ancient fist techniques passed down, if cultivated properly, could coordinate all bodily force and even unleash what was called ‘power’… Could Viper truly be a descendant of Ancient Martial Arts?

Before he could think further, the insidious fist had already landed on Leng Feng’s chest.

Crunch!

Leng Feng could clearly hear the sound of bones breaking… yet it wasn’t his own chest bones, but Viper’s wrist!

At that moment, Viper’s fist seemed to hit a steel plate, not only unable to penetrate but completely folded backward!

“Ah—! Iron, iron shirt?!”

Viper’s face changed suddenly, his punching hand sharply collided against Leng Feng’s chest without success, and was instantly crippled, the pain and terror overwhelming him!

Leng Feng was startled, not understanding ‘power’, just twisted his waist, using full force to punch out, directly striking Viper’s chest.

The strength was immense, Viper was still reeling from the earlier repelling shock, lost in his thoughts, unable to gather qi to block, and took the blow solidly.

Viper was pushed back by the punch, retreating continuously, and finally stabilizing himself, he felt a lump in his throat, holding back the urge to expel the internal bruised blood, but his combat strength had dropped to less than thirty percent.

Leng Feng practiced military-style kill techniques, he wouldn’t miss such an opportunity, attacking again… Viper knew his mission for tonight had failed, with Leng Feng’s morale rising while his own fell, qi and spirit injured, he could only choose to retreat.

Viper flipped the tablecloth nearby towards Leng Feng, then directly dashed for the door.

Leng Feng gritted his teeth, chased out the door, but facing both ends of the corridor, he didn’t know which way Viper ultimately went, feeling somewhat annoyed… He simply looked down at his chest, feeling curious.

What was up with that punch just now… When did his chest become so hard, even capable of smashing large stones!