Chapter 337: Intimidation

With a single punch, Lin Xiao sent the Mad Fang Gang member flying several meters, the sharp crack of breaking ribs echoing through the air. The man’s gun flew from his grasp, disappearing into the chaos, and he let out a bloodcurdling scream.

Hr grabbed another gang member by the throat. Like a ragdoll, Lin Xiao swung him into the air, his limbs flailing before he crashed down, knocking over several others.

Lin Xiao didn’t need any fancy techniques. A simple reach of his hand, a casual lift of his leg—wherever he moved, bones cracked, bodies flew.

Not even half a minute had passed before the fight was over.

The battle erupted suddenly and ended just as abruptly.

Before the other gangs could even process what was happening, Lin Xiao had already taken down over ten members of the Mad Fang Gang, leaving only one man still standing—Fu Lei.

Fu Lei was still on his feet, but his face was deathly pale, his body trembling slightly. The fear in his heart was undeniable.

Lin Xiao’s strength far exceeded his expectations.

He had thought he had already overestimated Lin Xiao. But now, he realized—what Lin Xiao had previously shown was just the tip of the iceberg.

The true depths of his strength were unfathomable.

How could such a terrifying master appear in a place like this?

Lin Xiao strolled up to Fu Lei, patting his shoulder lightly. “Do you have anything else to say?”

Fu Lei’s body buckled under the weight of Lin Xiao’s hand. His face twisted into a smile uglier than crying. “N-No… You’re right. We are just insignificant nobodies. We’re not worthy of being your enemies.”

“Good that you understand.”

Lin Xiao brushed past Fu Lei.

He didn’t bother making a move against him because he didn’t need to.

Fu Lei was a smart man, someone who knew how to adapt to the situation. The moment he realized he had no chance against Lin Xiao, all his bravado vanished, leaving only cowardice. He had too much to lose, which meant he feared death more than anyone else. After today, Fu Lei would probably never dare to show up in front of Lin Xiao again.

At that moment, the entire rooftop fell into an eerie silence.

It was so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.

Every single gaze was locked onto Lin Xiao, following his movements as he walked.

Lin Xiao strolled casually, hands in his pockets, his expression calm and relaxed.

The men standing around him were all hardened criminals, seasoned gangsters, and armed. Yet, not a single one of them could muster the courage to act.

Because in front of a true master, guns meant nothing.

A bone-chilling aura radiated from Lin Xiao, suffocating everyone in its range. It was as if a ferocious beast had wandered into a pen full of sheep. None of them dared to resist.

Li Yunxi’s bright eyes sparkled, admiration shining in them. Her delicate pink tongue flicked across her lips, her heart pounding wildly.

Lin Xiao looked so cool—so insanely, unbelievably cool.

Lin Xiao walked past the crowd of onlookers.

Since he had already made his move, he wasn’t going to let things end so easily.

Every major underground faction in Jiangnan Province was here. If he took all of them down tonight, crime rates would drop by at least half.

Of course, he had no intention of doing that.

He wasn’t a cop or a judge—fighting crime wasn’t his job. If he took it upon himself to wipe them all out, he’d only bring endless trouble upon himself. And besides, the underground world wasn’t so simple.

Even if he crushed these people today, new wolves and tigers would rise up tomorrow, perhaps even more ruthless than the ones before.

Lin Xiao had a different plan. He was going to scare them so badly that they wouldn’t dare to step out of line again.

Lin Xiao stopped in front of the bear-like man, who had already stood up from his sofa.

The iron balls he had been casually playing with were now clutched tightly in his hands.

Lin Xiao had heard Old Jin’s introduction. This was the leader of the Green River Gang. But Lin Xiao didn’t bother to remember his name.

“Those iron balls of yours,” Lin Xiao said casually, extending a hand. “Let me play with them for a bit.”

The man’s Adam’s apple bobbed as he gulped. After a long moment, he forced out a word, “Sure.”

Then, with a swift motion, he flung the iron balls at Lin Xiao.

The two metal spheres, each the size of an egg, shot through the air like bullets, heading straight for Lin Xiao’s face.

These weren’t just ordinary iron balls—they were made of solid steel, each weighing at least five or six kilograms. If they hit someone, the consequences would be fatal. Yet, Lin Xiao casually reached out, catching both iron balls with ease.

Then, he clenched his fist.

The solid iron balls crumpled in his hand like mud before the horrified eyes of the onlookers, completely losing their shape.

A chorus of shocked gasps filled the air.

Those who had still harbored thoughts of resistance completely gave up.

Lin Xiao was like a dragon among mere fish—with just a casual flip of his body, he sent shockwaves through the entire gathering.

The bear-like gang leader’s face turned pale, his eyes averting downward. He no longer dared to meet Lin Xiao’s gaze.

“Too soft,” Lin Xiao commented, tossing the deformed metal balls to the ground. “Next time, use something harder.”

Then, he stepped onto the ring.

Facing the entire audience, Lin Xiao spoke.

“I know you all came here to fight over the Hundred Seat Society’s territory. But now, let me tell you. No one is taking it. Not today. Not ever. Any objections?”

His deep, magnetic voice reverberated across the rooftop.

Not a single person dared to speak.

Standing in the crowd, Old Jin clenched his fists, staring at Lin Xiao’s imposing figure.

This—this was what it meant to be a real man.

Then, Lin Xiao dropped a bombshell.

“Do you all know how Hundred Seat Society’s leader, Fang Haoyan, died? You don’t. But I do. Because I’m the one who killed him.”

His words sent shockwaves through the crowd.

Lin Xiao continued coldly, “So, next time any of you think about causing trouble, just remember Fang Haoyan’s fate. Because his yesterday could be your tomorrow.”

His message couldn’t be any clearer. This was a direct threat.

And it worked.

Everyone who heard him instinctively shrank back, suddenly feeling a chill run down their spines, despite the summer heat.

Many had been searching for the one who destroyed the Hundred Seat Society—but now, the truth was right in front of them. Even those who had once been hostile to Old Jin, like Eagle Gang’s Boss Wang, now kept their heads down, not even daring to look at Lin Xiao.

Because they understood one thing—

If Lin Xiao could wipe out the Hundred Seat Society, he could wipe them out too.

Lin Xiao let his final words linger.

“Take my advice. Think carefully before you act.”

Then, he stepped down from the ring and walked toward Li Yunxi.

The crowd wordlessly parted before him.

And Li Yunxi? Her cheeks were flushed, her eyes brimming with excitement. She was having the time of her life.