chapter 42 two coffins

Roar! Master Thunder, who was currently patting the Tibetan Mastiff's head, heard Kent's words. His five fingers suddenly exerted force, crushing the Mastiff's skull with brutal strength. The Tibetan Mastiff let out a tragic howl and died on the spot. A murderous aura rapidly condensed in Master Thunder's eyes, and the temperature in the surrounding air dropped several degrees. He stared intently at Kent and his companions, saying in a chilling tone, "Is what you're saying true?" Kent, steeling himself, loudly affirmed, "Yes, Noah conspired with the underground overlord of Dongcheng District in ZhongHai City, Rus, to kill your brother. Now, your brother's territory and business have all fallen into Rus's hands." Master Thunder's face darkened as if he were speaking to Kent and his companions, but also as if he were muttering to himself, "What kind of trash is Rus, to dare harm my brother? Unforgivable!" After he finished speaking, he turned to one of his men behind him and ordered, "Scarman, immediately have people make two coffins. I'm taking two coffins to ZhongHai City to hold the bodies of Noah and Rus!" Scarman spoke in a low voice, "Yes, Bro Thunder!" ... Good news doesn't go beyond the door, but bad news spreads a thousand miles. The news of Master Thunder learning about his brother's murder and personally coming to ZhongHai City with two coffins for revenge quickly spread. Rus also received this news promptly. His trusted subordinate, Kyle Shi, said with an anxious expression, "Bro Rus, it's bad. Paul's brother, Master Thunder, is coming down from the provincial capital to seek revenge against us." Master Thunder's ruthless reputation in the provincial capital's underground circles over the years had made him feared throughout the south, and many people spoke of him with trepidation. In comparison, Rus, who mingled in the ZhongHai City underground circles, couldn't be mentioned in the same breath as Master Thunder. Therefore, when Kyle and the others heard this news, they were understandably frantic. Rus heard that Master Thunder was coming for revenge and frowned slightly. However, he didn't show the slightest sign of panic and said calmly, "What's there to fear? What's Master Thunder? In front of our Young Master, if he's told to kneel, he won't stand." Kyle and the others remembered Noah, who had personally killed Paul Lei, but they were still a bit uneasy. They were worried that Noah might not be a match for Master Thunder, given the latter's formidable reputation. Rus, accompanied by Kyle, went to the Jiangbin Garden villa area to see Noah and report the situation. Noah was in his study, and after listening to Rus's words, he couldn't help but smile faintly. "Heh, Master Thunder, a mere nobody, dares to bring coffins for his funeral." When Rus heard Noah's words, he didn't see any problem with them, but Kyle and his men behind him exchanged puzzled glances. All of them were thinking: My goodness, Young Master Rus has quite the attitude. He doesn't even put Master Thunder from the provincial capital in his eyes! Rus spoke deferentially, "Young Master, Master Thunder arrived in ZhongHai City this morning. He's currently staying at Guanyun Retreat. He's issued a challenge, commanding that you and I appear in person tonight, or else—" Noah's voice was icy, "Or else what?" Rus lowered his head, speaking in a hushed tone, "He said that otherwise, not only will you and I face death, but our entire families will also accompany his brother in the afterlife." A potent aura emanated from Noah! Noah narrowed his eyes and calmly remarked, "Master Thunder has a unique way of seeking vengeance." "Rus, prepare yourself. Tonight, we'll pay a visit to Guanyun Retreat." Rus responded firmly, "Yes, Young Master!" ... Night fell, and the city lights illuminated the surroundings. Perched on Guanyun Hill in the ZhongHai City district, Guanyun Retreat was aglow with brilliance. Today, the prominent figure of the underground circles from the provincial capital, Master Thunder, graced ZhongHai City and took temporary residence at Guanyun Retreat. Many figures from the underground circles of ZhongHai City, as well as numerous aristocrats and wealthy individuals from the legitimate world, flocked to Guanyun Retreat to curry favor with Master Thunder. Of course, many came with a curiosity to witness the spectacle. Everyone knew that Master Thunder's visit to ZhongHai City this time was to avenge his brother, Paul. Many were looking forward to seeing Noah and Rus in trouble! In the hall of Guanyun Retreat, two heavy coffins were prominently displayed, the very ones Master Thunder had brought from the provincial capital. He claimed that he would use these coffins to hold the bodies of Noah and Rus. At this moment, Master Thunder sat majestically in a high-backed chair, with Scarman and his formidable subordinates standing menacingly by his side. Scarman, looking at Kent, Theodore, Ray Song, and the other visitors, said coldly, "Bro Thunder has stated that tonight is the night to avenge his brother. He will not receive any guests. Everyone, please return on your own, and do not upset Bro Thunder." Kent and the others had no choice but to take their leave. As they left, they discussed and speculated whether Noah and Rus would obediently come to face their doom tonight. Kent sneered, "If Master Thunder demands that Noah and Rus come to face their deaths, will they dare not comply? If they don't show up, given Master Thunder's character of acting on his words, he will surely wipe out their entire families." At nine o'clock that night, a Rolls-Royce and two black Audis appeared in the parking lot outside Guanyun Retreat. Noah and Rus, accompanied by eight of Kyle's men, disembarked from the vehicles. Immediately, many sharply dressed men with a fierce demeanor appeared, vaguely surrounding Noah's party. At the same time, a few people rushed into the hall of Guanyun Retreat, shouting as they ran, "Bro Thunder, Bro Thunder, Noah, and Rus, they've come." Noah, however, remained calm and composed, strolling casually with Rus, Kyle, and the others into Guanyun Retreat. Upon entering the hall, they saw two coffins placed in the middle. Master Thunder sat high on his throne, and dozens of fierce-looking subordinates surrounded him. Just as Noah's group entered the hall, dozens more people followed, and the doors were firmly shut behind them. Master Thunder looked disdainfully at Noah and Rus, mocking, "Rus, you and Noah have come to meet your end, and you've even brought a few lackeys. Are these men here to collect your corpses?" Upon hearing Master Thunder's words, Noah and Rus felt that Master Thunder believed they were scared and had come to face their fate voluntarily! Master Thunder's gaze now fell on Noah, and he said in a chilling tone, "You are the treacherous murderer who used despicable means to attack and kill my brother, Paul, aren't you, Noah?" Noah shook his head, "That's not right. I killed your brother right in front of everyone, fair and square. How can you say it was a sneak attack?" Everyone present, upon hearing Noah's words, couldn't help but widen their eyes, unable to believe that even at the brink of death, he dared to argue so confidently. A powerful aura emanated from Master Thunder, overwhelming the entire hall, and making everyone shudder. Master Thunder stared at Noah intently and said in a deep voice, "Scarman, send him on his way!" His top-notch assassin, Scarman, stepped forward with a wicked grin, striding purposefully toward Noah, "Kid, daring to cross paths with our Bro Thunder. We've even prepared a coffin for you. It's time for you to lie down!"