Chapter 54

Romance of Dragons and Snakes Chapter 54

Shaking away the unhealthy thoughts from his mind, Wang Chao called up Zhu Jia’s number, but much to his surprise, the number had come up empty. Zhu Jia must have changed her number.

Letting out a small sigh, Wang Chao walked into the dojo.

Just like in the past, Wang Chao reached the top and met up with Li Wanji.

The moment Li Wanji saw Wang Chao, she had been stunned for a moment before a look of respect appeared on her face.

After a moment, Zhang Tong, Cao Yi, and Zhao Xinglong had arrived.

When Zhao Xinglong had seen Wang Chao, the two couldn’t help but spar against each other. Wang Chao had truly made a huge leap in strength however, with a single press of their hands, he had sent Zhao Xinglong flying.

Another press, another trip backwards. After being sent flying back five times, Zhao Xinglong had given up dejectedly.

“This kid, he has trained to a strong degree already. It seems it’s time for me to accept it.” Cao Yi had seen the events clearly, his eyes shining quite brightly.

“Come, let’s go eat a meal.”

Just as they were about to head out, there was a sudden voice that called out to them.

“Chief Cao, Chief Zhang, if there’s a banquet, why haven’t you called me up?”

A well proportioned fair skinned man with gold rimmed glasses could be seen walking forward, it was the second son of the governor, Zhao Jun. Right by his side was a 30 year old man that wore a Tang suit and cloth shoes with a smile that didn’t quite reach his eyes.

When the man saw Wang Chao, he began to size him up before seemingly giving a look of approval.

“If it isn’t Chief Zhao! Weren’t you in Guangdong for your business, what brings you back to the province?” Cao Yi responded in greeting.

“A visit, that’s all.” Zhao Jun spoke with a deep voice, “The more important thing was that master Zhang had heard that there was an expert here and wished to see him.”

“Allow me to introduce him. In the southern Wushu world, he is known as one of the three tigers, master Zhang Wei.”

After making his greetings, Zhao Jun walked up to Wang Chao and shook his hands. Then, he leaned in and began to whisper.

“Master Wang, you are truly skilled. After sending out so many people, you weren’t injured? How strong and valiant you are.”

“So it really was you?” Wang Chao thought back to the axe wielders from a year ago. His eyes had turned frosty with a dangerous gleam to them.

“Well spoken. Very well spoken.” Zhao Jun whispered, “I was only admiring master Wang’s martial art and wanted to test it. I didn’t think that it would be so high however. But, I heard that you didn’t escape unharmed, how embarrassing of me, do forgive me for that. After master Wang had disappeared for a year, I immediately came back after I had news that you returned to give my apologies in person.”

“Haha…” Wang Chao smiled forcibly.

“No no no, you shouldn’t harbor any bad feelings!” When Zhao Jun saw the look in his eyes, he drew back his hand quickly, “Master Wang, it is better to bury the hatchet. I came here this time to exchange my banners of war with banners of silk. Of course, to show my sincerity, I had helped contribute to master Wang’s company…the Tianxing Networking! If it weren’t for my dealings, then those female managers of yours would have been paying with their bodies for the official’s business.”

“Ah!” Wang Chao rolled his eyes as he felt the mystery behind Zhao Jun, “What are you planning now?”

“It’s simple really, my business right now requires several strong men to help me. A year ago, you passed my test to join up with me! With the two of us combined, there will be money if you need it, and power when you want it. My business is currently 50 to 60 million RMB strong and is waiting for your company to join with mine.” Zhao Jun smiled.

“And if I don’t?” Wang Chao spoke impassively.

“Then I am regretful to say that your power isn’t a match for mine. If you do not agree, then your company will fall apart within a year while yourself may find yourself in another incident.” Zhao Jun spoke.

“Haha.” Wang Chao suddenly smiled, “Second son of Zhao, your stick and carrot approach isn’t bad, but unfortunately, with all that power, you’ve forgotten several important words.”

“Which words?” Zhao Jun spoke.

“When close at hand, a man is scarier than a country.” Wang Chao smiled, “Don’t you think you are awfully close to me? If I want to kill you, even if you had a country backing you up, it’d be useless.”