"Mr. Zhang!" A slightly ethereal voice called out, causing Yi Feicheng, who was preparing to make a move, to pause and turn his head.
Si Youyou, dressed in a long black dress, walked over slowly. Her waterfall-like black hair cascaded over her shoulders, and her eyes shone as brightly as stars. As she approached, everyone's gaze involuntarily shifted to her.
"I didn't expect you to also attend this World Gang Competition. It's truly surprising."
Clearly, after stepping into the Saint Realm, Si Youyou's entire demeanor had undergone a complete transformation.
"I'm just accompanying them to have a look. As for your Green Gang, it seems you've prepared very thoroughly this time," Zhang Fan said with a smile, his gaze sweeping over the people behind Si Youyou.
Zhang Fan wasn't surprised to encounter Si Youyou here, but the strength of the people accompanying her did surprise him somewhat.
Following Si Youyou were two young men and an elder. The elder wore a black Tang suit, his head already streaked with white hair, making him appear to be over sixty. However, the aura he exuded was astonishing; he was clearly a Saint Realm expert.
The other two young men looked extremely alike, suggesting they were twins. Both of them had reached the peak of the Innate Grandmaster level, clearly signifying them as geniuses of the Green Gang's younger generation.
Two Saint Realm experts and two peak Innate Grandmaster genius martial artists – it was evident that the Green Gang attached great importance to this World Gang Competition.
"This is our Green Gang's leader, Elder Ge, and these are Elder Ge's twin grandsons, brothers Ge Ping and Ge Xia," Si Youyou introduced to Zhang Fan.
Zhang Fan nodded. The Green Gang had three leaders, but generally, Si Ming handled the gang's affairs, making him more well-known. Zhang Fan had only heard of the other two leaders and was meeting them for the first time.
"Greetings, Saint Master Zhang." Even though it was their first meeting, Ge Qing understood who the young man before him, around the same age as his grandsons, truly was. He dared not be disrespectful and quickly bowed.
The brothers Ge Ping and Ge Xia did the same.
Although the Green Gang and the Hongmen were adversaries in China, their conflict was not deep due to the constraints of the Dark Organization and the state. Their disputes were usually minor skirmishes. Now, as representatives of China in the World Gang Competition, they naturally had to unite.
Moreover, both the Hongmen and the Green Gang understood that the current trajectory of China's situation was no longer dictated by the Dark Organization, but by Zhang Fan. Zhang Fan's disciples had a significant connection with the Hongmen, making them almost half members of the Hongmen. The Green Gang also had a good relationship with Zhang Fan. With Zhang Fan present, it was unlikely for the two factions to deepen their animosity. Therefore, after Si Youyou arrived with the Green Gang members, Po Yang proactively greeted them.
Li Qin and her two junior disciples stood silently by, their eyes filled with astonishment as they watched the scene unfold. The Hongmen and the Green Gang were legendary organizations in China. At their level, they had never imagined being so close to them. Now, seeing the important figures of the Green Gang and Hongmen conversing and laughing before them, Li Qin felt it was somewhat surreal.
"Who exactly is Qingqing's cousin? He even knows the Hongmen and the Green Gang, and it appears even the Green Gang's leader is extremely respectful towards him. Could his background be even more powerful than the Hongmen and Green Gang?" Li Qin was incredibly curious. This seemingly ordinary young man was truly extraordinary.
"Yes, since you're here, let's go in together and have a look," Zhang Fan said after a brief exchange.
Si Youyou and the Black Tiger Gang members were considered acquaintances. After greeting them, she handed over a red invitation. Including Si Youyou's group, their total number was less than twenty, so two invitations were sufficient.
This time, the two Mafia members guarding the entrance no longer blocked them.
Following a quiet stone path, everyone entered in single file. Steep mountains flanked both sides. After walking for more than ten minutes, the view suddenly opened up.
Cape Espe was not large, only a few thousand square meters. It extended tens of meters from the mountainside to the sea, resembling an unfinished bridge to the sea, a truly magnificent sight. Standing on Cape Espe, the turbulent waves crashed below, and before them lay the boundless sea. The sea breeze was gentle, and the air was incredibly pure, as if a deep breath could cleanse one's soul.
"So this is Cape Espe. The scenery is indeed different." Zhao Qingqing, visiting Cape Espe for the first time, was somewhat excited. Her companions were the same. Zhang Fan and his group had seen it before and felt nothing special. However, usually, it would be crowded with tourists, but today it appeared remarkably empty.
Dozens of people had already gathered on the cape, divided into small groups, each occupying a corner. When Zhang Fan's group arrived, all eyes turned to them, scrutinizing them with a discerning gaze.
More than ten days had passed since the incident at the Black Skull Bar, and the news had already spread to major gangs worldwide. The name Black Tiger Gang had also reached the ears of various global gangs. They were all curious about what this previously obscure and unknown gang had experienced to cause such significant losses to a giant of the underworld like the Big Circle Gang. Therefore, as Zhang Fan's group arrived, the assembled gangs began to whisper amongst themselves.
"The young man who claims to be from the Black Tiger Gang has arrived, and he's with the Green Gang and Hongmen. Heh heh, it seems they themselves know that having offended the Big Circle Gang, they need some helpers." Yi Feicheng's information had long been collected by various organizations, so when he appeared, many recognized him.
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Ailavella scanned the scene and said to the crowd, "It looks like we're the last ones to arrive."
Yan Qianghu and Yi Feicheng's eyes were filled with curiosity as they observed the various small groups. These represented the most powerful gang organizations from around the world. Although they hadn't seen them before, they had heard of them.
At the location of the Italian Mafia group stood a group of Europeans dressed in black suits. They were dressed like gentlemen, each exuding an elegant aura, like models on a fashion show, drawing significant attention.
"Gerard, is that the opponent you mentioned that I should treat with utmost seriousness?" a man with long, flowing black hair asked, standing beside Summers. He eyed Zhang Fan's group with interest, his gaze finally settling on Yi Feicheng.
"Gerard, don't say I didn't warn you. If you show the slightest carelessness, you might fall into his hands," Summers nodded with a grave expression. Gerard was the strongest among the three participants from their Mafia. Even Summers had to admit that this guy was a monstrous talent. He was two years younger than him but possessed strength comparable to an early-stage Saint. However, the young man from the Black Tiger Gang also filled him with apprehension, especially the move he executed at the end when fighting Cook; its power still made him feel a bit shaken.
"Don't worry. I've watched videos of his fights. He's very strong, but his stamina seems to be lacking. I don't take men with poor stamina seriously," Gerard's handsome face revealed a mysterious smile. Summers was speechless. Gerard was incredibly handsome and possessed an air of medieval nobility, but the moment he spoke, his image was ruined.
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ps: Supplementing Chapter 1