Mainland Martial Arts

Chapter 443 The show begins

Chen Yu took a deep breath and tried to calm himself, but his shaking hands betrayed his anxiety. "This is like walking into a tiger's mouth. Do we really want to go in?"

Xu Tian patted Chen Yu's shoulder and looked at him firmly. "Now that we're here, let's make the best of it. Let's go in and see what they're up to."

Summoning their courage, the three of them entered Tingya Lou. The moment they entered, an air of luxury washed over them. The lights were ablaze, the bright flames of candles intertwined with the gentle glow of night-shining pearls, illuminating the five-story building like daylight. Exquisitely carved beams and pillars, ornate silk curtains, and precious antique ornaments all highlighted the restaurant's opulence and nobility. However, beneath this opulence, Xu Tian and the other two felt a deep sense of oppression.

Li Zhi and Ding Moxiu led them straight to the top floor. Along the way, Xu Tian carefully observed the surrounding environment, trying to find a possible escape route, but every passage was strictly guarded by the Li and Ding families, leaving no chance.

On the top floor, a cacophony of voices filled the air. Ding Mojin, the eldest elder of the Ding family, sat at the main seat. He wore a deep purple robe embroidered with gold thread, appearing both noble and majestic. His eyes were deep and piercing, as if they could see through everything, making it difficult to look directly at him. Ding Moli, the third elder of the Ding family, sat nearby. His expression was slightly stern, his eyes revealing a hint of shrewdness and competence.

The young generation of the Ding family—Ding Wenxuan, Ding Wenhao, Ding Wenfeng, and Ding Wenming—were also present. Among them, Ding Wenxuan stood out the most. He stood tall and handsome, his eyes revealing an innate confidence and pride. At only twenty-one, he was already a half-step Grandmaster, his talent astonishing. He wore a white brocade robe, a jade pendant tied around his waist, adding a touch of refined elegance. At the moment, he was chatting with his brother, his lips slightly raised, as if discussing something interesting, unconcerned by the arrival of Xu Tian and the other two.

On the Li family side, the patriarch, Li Mo, had a gloomy expression, his eyes revealing a hint of cunning and ruthlessness. His sons, Li Peng, Li Jun, and Li Yan, sat beside him, each with an arrogant expression and eyes full of disdain for Xu Tian and the other two.

In addition, there were many invited heads of small families, some of them smiling and chatting with the people around them, while others looked nervous and cautiously observing the situation around them.

When Li Zhi, Ding Moxiu, Xu Tian and the other two walked in, the top floor instantly fell silent. Everyone's eyes were fixed on them, filled with curiosity, ridicule, and hostility.

Li Zhi cleared his throat and said loudly: "Everyone, these three are former subordinates of General Li Hua." His voice echoed in the top floor, but there was no respect in his tone, but instead a hint of sarcasm.

He then introduced everyone present, including the heads of the small families, to Xu Tian and the other two one by one. However, his introduction was cursory, as if in his eyes, Xu Tian and the other two were not worth his time and energy.

Xu Tian and the other two clasped their fists slightly, bowed, and introduced themselves. Xu Tian's voice was deep and powerful: "I'm Xu Tian, ​​nice to meet you all." His eyes swept over the group with determination, meeting their gazes fearlessly, trying to find a flaw in their expressions.

Chen Yu followed closely behind, his voice a little nervous: "I am Chen Yu, I hope you will take care of me." His eyes were a little wandering, he didn't dare to stare at those powerful opponents for a long time, and secretly prayed in his heart that he would be safe tonight.

Chen Xiner smiled and said in a clear and pleasant voice: "I am Chen Xiner, polite. " Her eyes revealed a hint of intelligence and wit. She observed everyone around her calmly, trying to find a glimmer of hope in this complicated situation.

After the introductions, Li Zhi seated the three. Under the gaze of the crowd, Xu Tian and the other two slowly made their way to their seats. Along the way, they felt the pressure of countless gazes, as if a heavy burden weighed on them.

After taking their seats, those people still paid no attention to Xu Tian and the other two, continuing to eat and chat among themselves. Some loudly discussed their family business, some showed off their martial arts skills, and still others flattered each other. The atmosphere was strange and depressing.

Xu Tian and the other two sat there silently, observing everything around them calmly. Xu Tian's eyes revealed a hint of anger and unwillingness. He secretly vowed in his heart that he must find a way to escape this predicament and protect Chen Xiner and Chen Yu.

Chen Xiner appeared calm and composed, occasionally exchanging glances with Xu Tian and Chen Yu, signaling them to remain calm. However, she was rapidly thinking of countermeasures, trying to find a way to escape unscathed.

Although Chen Yu was nervous, he tried hard to control his emotions. He would pick up the wine glass from time to time and pretend to drink to hide his inner uneasiness.

The entire top floor was filled with a tense and dangerous atmosphere, as if a bomb could explode at any time.

Ding Wenfeng and Ding Wenming, two young men of the Ding family, sauntered toward Chen Xiner, wine glasses in hand and sly smiles on their faces. Ding Wenfeng wore a royal blue brocade robe, the hem swaying gently with his steps, and the jade pendants at his waist clashed with each other, making a crisp sound. A hint of frivolity lingered in his eyes, and the upturned corners of his mouth seemed to announce his recklessness. Ding Wenming, meanwhile, wore a black suit, his hair neatly tied up. However, his tightly pursed lips and slightly narrowed eyes gave off a sense of sinister intent rather than righteousness.

"Oh, Miss Chen, it's a blessing for my two brothers to have the honor to drink with you at the same table today." Ding Wenfeng spoke first, with a hint of teasing in his voice. He raised the wine glass in his hand high, and the wine gleamed with an attractive luster under the candlelight. However, this seemingly friendly toast hid an evil intention behind it.

Chen Xin'er was filled with disgust, but she knew her current situation well. She suppressed her inner anger and discomfort, forced a forced smile, and raised her glass, saying, "Mr. Ding, you're welcome." Her voice was soft but firm, and her eyes revealed a hint of forbearance. Her fingers gripped the glass tightly, her knuckles turning slightly white from the pressure. With that, she tilted her head back and downed the wine in one gulp. Then, she quickly sat down, trying to distance herself from the two men.

However, from the moment Xu Tian and the other two entered, the young generation's gazes were fixed on Chen Xiner like hungry wolves. Her stunning beauty and elegant demeanor seemed out of place in this environment filled with vulgarity and calculation, and thus she became the object of these dandy young men's covetousness.