Chapter 628: Section 415: Turning the Tables
Upon hearing his son’s suggestion to use the Magic Array in their residence to deal with Long Fu and others, the Axe Gang Leader didn’t ponder for long and immediately shook his head.
“The Magic Array in our residence is indeed powerful and could increase our chances of victory.”
“But we can’t do that!”
“If we kill Long Fu and Yao Ma the Mage in our residence — and that’s the best outcome, it’d still be very troublesome.”
“The Dragon Lion Mercenary Corps already have a reputation throughout the Kingdom, and Long Fu is currently in the limelight. If we openly execute them in the city, it would cause quite a detrimental impact. We are no longer soldiers; we are just a local gang, and this is committing a crime! Even if the Dragon Lion Mercenary Corps isn’t part of the Kingdom’s central forces.”
“By then, even if the Axe Gang can survive, we, father and son, will have to flee.”
“It’s also possible that we fail to kill Long Fu, allowing him to escape. Don’t forget, they’re not an ordinary Mercenary Group; they have the backing of international arms dealers. In the battle with Teng Donglang, Long Fu once used a Golden Level Magic Scroll. Do you think he doesn’t have more of the same Level?”
“Our Magic Array is indeed strong, but it has no Magic Ban effect. Once he uses a battlefield Level Magic Scroll, our residence will suffer.”
“There’s another concern — what if the fight with them reaches a stalemate, dragging on the time? What would the acting City Lord think then?”
“So, to deal with them, we must disguise ourselves to ambush.”
“Last time in Cold Wind Valley, I underestimated them. I also hadn’t expected Long Fu’s strength to be so formidable, at least far stronger than what he showed in his valiant duel with Teng Donglang. So, I didn’t use my full strength or the Blood Vengeance Battle Axe.”
“When they leave Snow Ice City, I’ll make a move again. This time, I’ll not only go all out, but I’ll also invite helpers of the same Level. Even if Long Fu can manage to fight above his rank from Silver Level to counter Golden Level fighters, I don’t believe he could stand against a joint effort from two Golden Level fighters. Two Golden Level fighters, in fact, might not be secure enough and could still allow him to escape. Thus, I plan to invite two Golden Level fighters at the same time.”
“When the time comes, with three Golden Level fighters united, I refuse to believe a Silver Level could have any tricks left!”
Fu Zhao listened to his father’s plan, his mouth slightly agape with a look of shock on his face.
He hadn’t expected the Axe Gang Leader to go to such great lengths this time.
To summon the strength of Golden Level powerhouses for battle, they would inevitably pay a hefty price. And this time, the Axe Gang Leader was even planning to invite two.
Just to deal with one Silver Level?
Even though the Axe Gang controlled most of the power in Xue Qingcheng, summoning two Golden Level fighters would cost a large part of their family fortune.
It’s not an exaggeration.
Because ambushing Long Fu isn’t something that can be made public—it’s very risky.
If Long Fu survives and lets the news slip, the Axe Gang would suffer a major negative impact. Take the Axe Gang Leader himself, for instance. Even if the gang survives, the Axe Gang Leader would definitely no longer be able to hold his position.
It was as if he was betting his own future on the outcome of the ambush against Long Fu.
The Axe Gang Leader had his reasons to do so, but convincing two Golden Level fighters to risk their own futures would be much more difficult.
The Axe Gang Leader would have to offer a great deal of money and pay a substantial price to get others interested.
“Father, is it really necessary to go through with this? Inviting two Golden Level fighters, in addition to you that’s three Golden Level fighters, just to ambush one Silver Level?”
The Gang Leader of the Axe Gang glanced at his son and spoke his mind, “If it weren’t for our insufficient flowing capital, I would even invite a third party. With the enemy’s status unknown, to secure victory we must expand our assurances as much as possible. Never underestimate any enemy, and to be certain of victory, we must be prepared to bear the cost. I wouldn’t hesitate to stake all my fortune on it.”
“You must understand, once our identity is exposed, the trouble it will bring!”
The Gang Leader of the Axe Gang’s comradeship with Teng Donglang was as deep as his hatred for Long Fu.
“However, since Long Fu and Yao Ma are taking the initiative to visit us today, this is a good opportunity we can’t let slip by. In a moment, you will challenge him and try to gauge his capabilities and strengths,” the Gang Leader of the Axe Gang said to Fu Zhao.
Fu Zhao immediately showed a troubled expression, “Father, although I am a Silver Level just like Long Fu, you know as well as I do: not all Silver Levels are the same.”
The Gang Leader of the Axe Gang patted Fu Zhao on the shoulder, “Of course I know, which is why for this battle, I allow you to use the Blood Vengeance Axe!”
Fu Zhao’s eyes lit up instantly, and his expression turned to excitement, “With the Blood Vengeance Axe at hand, I might actually have a chance at defeating Long Fu.”
A moment later.
Members of the gang led Zong Ge and Zi Di into the meeting hall. Here, they met the Gang Leader of the Axe Gang.
“Long Fu, squad leader, I’ve long admired your reputation. I am indeed the Gang Leader of the Axe Gang,” the head of the Axe Gang greeted warmly.
“I am Long Fu, and this is Yao Ma, my group’s Mage,” Zong Ge briefly introduced as he sized up the man before him.
Clearly, the Gang Leader of the Axe Gang was a Snow Elf. However, unlike a normal Elf, he was quite stocky and tall. Zong Ge was already tall, but the Gang Leader of the Axe Gang was even a head taller.
The Gang Leader of the Axe Gang was old, with freshly shaven white stubble on his chin. The stubble extended to the sides, reaching up to his ears.
Although the Axe Gang Leader had a smile on his face and a warm attitude, the occasional sharp gleam in his eyes and his bare head conveyed a formidable presence.
Information about the Axe Gang Leader flashed through Zong Ge’s mind at that moment.
According to the intelligence, the Gang Leader’s ancestor should have been a Troll from the icefield.
His bloodline traits were very close to those of the Trolls. His lineage was of the Blood Vengeance, though not of high concentration, but he still had a strong regeneration talent.
This regeneration talent was extremely practical, significantly enhancing his recovery ability. Many injuries could heal without the treatment of a Priest given time for the Gang Leader of the Axe Gang to heal himself.
After exchanging pleasantries, Zong Ge got straight to the point, “Lord Gang Leader of the Axe Gang, our visit this time is primarily to seek collaboration with your gang.”
The Gang Leader of the Axe Gang was curious, “Oh? What kind of collaboration?”
Zong Ge slightly turned his body, glanced at Zi Di beside him, and signalled her with a look.
Zi Di stepped forward, bowed to the Gang Leader of the Axe Gang, and then began to speak earnestly.
Firstly, she thanked the Axe Gang for being the largest buyer of the Dragon Power Riding Potions. As a result, Zi Di proposed that for the next three years, any purchases of the Dragon Power Riding Potion made by the Axe Gang at her potion shop would enjoy a 10 percent discount.
Next, Zi Di expressed her desire to recruit some members from the Axe Gang. After a short training period, these individuals would become employees of the potion shop.
Lastly, Zi Di sought to establish a three-year-long escort contract with the Axe Gang; whenever her merchant convoy left from Snowbird Port and reached the vicinity of Xue Qingcheng, it would be the Axe Gang’s responsibility to provide protection.