Almighty Genius

Chapter 2177 - 1671: Let's Make a Bet!

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Upon hearing Zhu Ming's shout, the expressions of those experts from the Xu Family immediately changed…

Each one couldn't help but step back half a step, while the Sword Cultivators gripped their swords, and the gunmen were holding onto their guns… Every person's face was extremely grave, as if facing a formidable enemy.

It wasn't just that; even the bodyguards behind Zhu Ming rushed forward to protect him, glaring at Qin Fang menacingly, as if ready to fire their guns at any movement from the Xu Family's side.

Xu Zizhen's expression wasn't much better either… However, his anger wasn't directed at Qin Fang, but rather at Zhu Ming and those people from the Xu Family.

"What's going on? What's everyone doing?"

Xu Zizhen, furious, immediately roared angrily.

"Mr. Zhu, you need to understand your position… This is an Xu Family matter, please refrain from meddling!"

He even less politely directed his words at Zhu Ming.

"Humph…"

Zhu Ming clearly had backing and didn't take Xu Zizhen seriously; even if he was a direct descendent of the Xu Family, it mattered little. Some people behind him held ranks equal to Xu Zizhen's… He could certainly ignore Xu Zizhen.

However, this was the Xu Family's territory, and though he could disregard Xu Zizhen, he couldn't cause too much commotion, or it would be hard to settle the situation.

"Third Young Master, let me handle this, please step aside…"

The man referred to as Ninth Uncle by Xu Zizhen stepped forward, indicating his intentions, even at the expense of disregarding Xu Zizhen's face.

Not because of his high status but perhaps due to strong support behind him; it was simply because this was a firm order from the family, and he couldn't defy it even slightly… Understanding this, he could say such things to Xu Zizhen.

As soon as Ninth Uncle spoke, two men immediately pulled Xu Zizhen aside. Xu Zizhen, although a direct descendent of the Xu Family, did not possess any martial skills and couldn't resist the strong pull of two brawny men, so he had no choice but to obediently move aside.

However, he also cast Qin Fang a helpless glance…

"Mr. Qin, please cooperate…"

With Xu Zizhen taken, Ninth Uncle led his men over, his tone very stern.

Qin Fang even noticed that among these people, someone had already taken out something resembling a flare, suggesting that if Qin Fang resisted, it would immediately signal for many Xu Family experts to come for a siege.

"Cooperate?"

Qin Fang sneered coldly, "The Xu Family really is imposing… Consider this a lesson for Qin!"

These words were certainly not courteous, and even a blatant slap in the face… Xu Zizhen's face turned green.

Treating guests visiting for a celebration like this, if word spread, the Xu Family members would indeed gain notoriety in the region of Asia, likely leading many to avoid the Xu Family in the future…

"Mr. Qin, please cooperate!"

Still, Ninth Uncle remained unmoved, his tone still harsh.

The reputation of the Xu Family mainly relied on the efforts of ordinary clan members. Not many knew the Xu Family had numerous martial arts experts… These martial artists typically focused on their training, concerned little with worldly matters, and now certainly wouldn't pay attention to these things.

"Just based on someone's words, you treat me this way? Hahaha… Truly surprising!"

Qin Fang, however, didn't rush to cooperate. He simply looked at Ninth Uncle, then at Zhu Ming, before slowly speaking.

"Hahahaha… I said, what if you are that person? Why don't you let them check!"

Zhu Ming felt excited, seeming to anticipate Qin Fang's misfortune, causing him to appear somewhat manic.

"What if I'm not?"

Qin Fang didn't admit nor deny, smiling as he replied.

"Er…"

Zhu Ming was slightly taken aback, his gaze instinctively looking at the bodyguard Qin Fang was staring at, until the bodyguard subtly nodded, then he felt emboldened. "Stop bluffing… You undoubtedly are!"

"Is that so? So sure…"

Qin Fang smiled, amused, as he spoke, "Why not make a bet?"

"Bet?"

Zhu Ming was slightly surprised, looking at Qin Fang in disbelief, seemingly unexpected he would suggest this.

"Indeed, a bet…"

Qin Fang nodded, "I can accept the Xu Family's inspection, and it's fine if you are present… But if I'm not the person they're searching for, then you lose, otherwise I lose… How about it?"

"As for the stakes... how about we gamble a pair of hands each?"

Qin Fang spoke slowly about the stakes, seemingly giving Zhu Ming some time to digest his thoughts.

"Hiss~~~"

As soon as Qin Fang proposed the bet, everyone present couldn't help but gasp...

For such a small matter, to bet such a high stake—it's too ruthless!

The people from the Xu Family also seemed a bit surprised. Xu Zizhen's expression, however, remained calm and even somewhat relieved... At the very least, if Qin Fang dared to make such a bet, he likely had nothing to fear from any inspection, which suggested he was innocent.

As long as Qin Fang was innocent, Xu Zizhen felt he could relax, and as for the other matters, he would naturally help Qin Fang seek justice.

"You..."

Zhu Ming naturally understood the implication of Qin Fang's words, and his expression rapidly changed, with deep suspicion in his eyes. He couldn't help but glance at the bodyguard, seemingly filled with clear doubt.

The bodyguard was also a bit bewildered. He was certain that Qin Fang had indeed entered the Xu Family Forbidden Grounds, and it was he who notified the Xu family. No outsiders had entered during this time... so the person the Xu family was looking for had to be Qin Fang.

Moreover, Zhu Ming had learned through the Xu family's channels that the person who entered the restricted area had touched some things he shouldn't have and left some very obvious traces... As soon as they checked, the truth would inevitably be exposed.

However, despite being the main suspect, Qin Fang dared to place such a high bet, which made Zhu Ming uncertain about his own conviction.

Could it be that Qin Fang was really not the person?

Or was Qin Fang just a fool who hadn't noticed he'd already been exposed?

Zhu Ming and the bodyguard were both questioning themselves and were unsure of what to do.

"What, you don't dare now? Didn't you just swear up and down? Yet when it comes down to it, you're backing out... Does a coward like you deserve to preside over the Golden Triangle?"

Seeing Zhu Ming's silence, Qin Fang had no intention of letting him off the hook, immediately ridiculing him with sarcasm, almost pointing at Zhu Ming's nose and cursing him!

"Nonsense..."

Zhu Ming had quite a temper and couldn't stand being provoked... Even knowing Qin Fang was deliberately provoking him, it made his anger boil over.

"Bet, then! Am I afraid of you?"

In a fit of anger, Zhu Ming lost his reason and impulsively agreed to Qin Fang's gamble.

"Heh heh, Young Master Xu... and everyone present, you're all witnesses to this bet. When one of us loses... hmph hmph, you all better not play favorites!"

Hearing how easily Zhu Ming fell for the provocation, Qin Fang was somewhat surprised but mostly delighted. In his view, Zhu Ming was too foolish, digging himself into the pit willingly!

"Sure, sure..."

Noticing Qin Fang seemed confident, Xu Zizhen immediately remarked, "Mr. Qin, you may not know that our Xu Family is an executive director of the Asia Gambling Association and a director of the World Gambling Association... We naturally uphold fairness and justice in betting!"

"That's perfect then..."

This was something Qin Fang wasn't aware of beforehand, but knowing now wasn't too late—in fact, it was just right!

Despite such titles appearing to be mere formalities with no real power, they actually weren't...

As someone who had mingled in gambling circles, Qin Fang understood the significance of these organizations. Should anyone lose a bet and refuse to honor it, these organizations had the authority to enforce fairness and justice, possibly even resorting to non-standard measures!

"Mr. Zhu, Mr. Qin, I must reiterate: although the terms of your bet are orally agreed upon, both sides have reached a consensus. I represent the Xu Family in recognizing this bet as valid and will ensure its fairness and justice... So, please don't do anything irrational!"

At this moment, Xu Zizhen stepped forward as the mediator of this bet, speaking seriously to both Qin Fang and Zhu Ming.

"Mr. Zhu, prepare to lose a hand..."

Qin Fang looked over at Zhu Ming, smirking coldly as he spoke.

"Hmph, you'll be dead before the day's over..."

Zhu Ming's expression was grim, sensing things slipping from his control, yet he couldn't back down from Qin Fang, answering firmly.

However, he also signaled to the bodyguards behind him, clearly having other plans in mind!

"Alright then, if that's the case, feel free to inspect as you like..."

Qin Fang naturally noticed Zhu Ming's reaction but appeared indifferent, instead wearing a mocking smile and addressing the Xu family members as if nothing was amiss.

"Mr. Qin, you just need to take off the robe you're wearing..."

Now, it was Ninth Uncle's turn to act. He was starting to believe that Qin Fang wasn't the person they were looking for, speaking much more politely than before!

"OK, no problem..."

Qin Fang smiled nonchalantly and proceeded to untie the belt of his robe. With a slight flick of his arm, the robe fell to the ground, exposing his body clad only in swim trunks to everyone present—it was quite a straightforward action... (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations or monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)