Chapter 28

Riverside is a place with lots of shallow water and vast open lands.

But only a few manage to rise to the top.

Whether through determination, foresight, or connections, becoming a leader in a gang takes something special.

Charlie has some vision, but unfortunately doesn't impress Arthur.

He doesn't want to lead a group of troublesome, clueless kids collecting protection fees.

While some might think those young rebels are cool, Arthur sees them as holding back progress.

He doesn't mind being in the shadows, not caring if the big shots notice him.

As William Shaw said, life's uncertain, and luck plays a big part.

If you're chasing thrills, keep at it till the end!

Today, Charlie hasn't come to see Arthur, but Arthur plans to meet him soon.

Charlie sees Arthur's persistence and offers a big reward.

"Get rid of him!"

"Take him out."

"Why fear when we outnumber him?"

With big rewards on offer, courage emerges. A gang of young rebels charges at Arthur with pipes and knives.

But Arthur stands his ground. When the first attacker, a blonde, swings a knife, Arthur swiftly takes him down, sending him crashing to the ground.

Arthur's quick moves take down several more attackers, leaving them sprawled on the ground, some badly hurt, all because they wanted to harm him.

Not feeling vengeful, Arthur aims to deal only with leaders like Charlie, offering them one last chance.

Seeing Arthur's strength, Charlie, a longtime figure in Xiangjiang, trembles, realizing this isn't normal strength.

Charlie recalls the gang leaders advice.

In a dimly lit room, the elders warned Charlie:

"Don't mess with people with strange powers ."

The thought crosses Charlie's mind. He looks at Arthur and his crew, wanting to run but feeling his legs tremble uncontrollably.

"Wait, don't harm me!"

"Take me with you!"

Charlie pleads, terrified by Arthur's approach and the knife in his hand.

The young rebels, equally scared, pay no heed to Charlie's authority.

As Arthur approaches, Charlie kneels, sweating and stammering, "I was wrong, spare me... I'll give you whatever you want."

"I want your life."

With a quick move, Arthur ends Charlie.

While sparing the other rebels, Arthur stops their escape.

"If you want to live, stop now!"

The young rebels freeze, watching Arthur cautiously.

William Shaw and his friends arrive, seeing a scene with blood but Arthur standing unharmed, having subdued the rebels without a scratch.

"Wow! Arthur's strength is unbelievable!" Drake exclaims.

Max, Jake, and Drake now look at Arthur with admiration.

With a smile, Arthur tells the rebels, "Don't worry, help clean up. The floor's a mess, and the neighbors have work tomorrow!"

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