<h4>Chapter 1100: Chapter 1107: Ji Gang Makes His Move</h4>


    The iron was torn open, and Chen Quan immediately drilled his way out, followed closely by Chu Huaiyang and Zhu Hong. At this moment, Beison and his team had already surrounded the three of them. Chen Quan scanned his surroundings without hesitation, swiftly stepping forward like a gust of wind, instantly disappearing from his original spot.


    By the time everyone reacted, they saw that Chen Quan’s body was already near Ling Chen.


    Capture the ringleader first! Chen Quan knew Ling Chen was the leader of these people. As long as he controlled Ling Chen, the others would be hesitant to act, fearing the consequences.


    Seeing Chen Quan rapidly approaching, Ling Chen slightly curled his lips into a faint smile, showing no sign of fear despite Chen Quan’s attack.


    Something’s amiss?


    Chen Quan’s heart sank; Ling Chen’s smile stirred a strong sense of unease within him. Facing an attack from a Heavenly List master, no one would smile unless that person had a death wish. Ling Chen was evidently not such a person, judging from his fearless demeanor, he must have relied on something.


    As his thoughts raced, a fierce gust of wind suddenly struck. Through the corner of his eye, Chen Quan saw only a blurred figure quickly closing in.


    So fast! Chen Quan’s pupils constricted, utterly astounded. Regardless of who this figure was, their speed and strength were far beyond what ordinary experts could achieve.


    Heavenly List... a Heavenly List master! In an instant, Chen Quan confirmed the person’s identity.


    Indeed, without the assistance of a Heavenly List master, even if Ling Chen had the guts, he wouldn’t daree seeking trouble with him. There was no time to contemte further; Chen Quan quickly withdrew his offensive, retreating backward. If he continued to attack, even if he managed to harm Ling Chen, he would suffer heavy blows from the Heavenly List master, making it not worthwhile.


    With that retreat, Chen Quan immediately saw the Heavenly List master on the opposite side.


    Ji Gang!


    Confirming Ji Gang’s identity, Chen Quan was shocked. How... how could this be? Ji Gang was clearly part of the God Organization, the nemesis of Ling Chen, so why did he suddenly switch sides to help Ling Chen against him?


    At this moment, not only Chen Quan but also Chu Huaiyang and Zhu Hong were stunned. Chen Quan was their only reliance to escape, but now, a Heavenly List master intercepted them, instantly obliterating their advantage.


    Beneath his mask, Zhu Hong frowned, eyes darkened, mind racing for countermeasures. Tonight was a cmity for him; if he couldn’t escape, he would die here. No! He couldn’t die, at least not now. Zhu Hong bit his lip silently; he had too many wishes left unfulfilled and could not die here. Moreover, he most certainly did not want to die at Ling Chen’s hands, as that would be a defeat too painful to bear.


    "Ji Gang, why?" Chen Quan stared coldly at Ji Gang, asking solemnly, "Are you going to betray your master?"


    Confronted by Chen Quan’s question, Ji Gang stood motionless beside Ling Chen, showing no response, as if he hadn’t heard the question.


    Seeing Ji Gang’s change, Chen Quan’s heart sank, and he immediately turned his gaze to Ling Chen, "How did you do it?" Undoubtedly, Chen Quan did not believe Ji Gang would turn to Ling Chen; in his view, Ling Chen must have used some improper means.


    "I think that’s not something you should be concerned about," Ling Chen said ndly, "Chen Quan, you’ve been hiding long enough; tonight is the time for conclusions."


    Chen Quan’s expression slightly changed; without Ji Gang, he would find Ling Chen’s wordsughable. However, facing a Heavenly List master, hecked full confidence. Moreover, during his previous coboration with the God Organization, he had sparred with Ji Gang, knowing his formidable strength, not the kind found in newly graduated Heavenly List experts. ording to his judgment, Ji Gang’s power was ranked at least eighth in the Heavenly List, solid in foundation, undoubtedly a difficult opponent.


    "Ji Gang, capture him." Ling Chenmanded softly, and Ji Gang, standing quietly by, immediately sprang into action, rushing toward Chen Quan.


    Ji Gang moved swiftly, appearing in front of Chen Quan in the blink of an eye, delivering a palm strike. Though it looked gentle, with seemingly no force, Chen Quan felt the thick Inner Strength, like a majestic mountain, charging in with overwhelming momentum.


    Chen Quan did not take the strike head-on, not because he couldn’t withstand Ji Gang’s attack, but to conserve energy. Ji Gang was slightly stronger than him; if he were to go head-to-head, he would inevitably fall behind. Therefore, the most prudent approach was to drag it out, letting Ji Gang expend all his stamina. At that point, he would have the opportunity to counterattack and win the battle.


    Ling Chen stood at the forefront of the crowd, his attention focused entirely on the battle between Chen Quan and Ji Gang. Watching for a while, Ling Chen was somewhat dissatisfied with Ji Gang’s performance. He had witnessed Ji Gang’s formidable power, but during the sh with Chen Quan, Ji Gang’s strength was at most seventy percent effective. Ling Chen understood this; Ji Gang’s actions were all controlled by the microchip in his brain, meaning he had lost the ability to think and judge, relying solely on his instinct.


    Consequently, this obviously limited Ji Gang’s performance. In expert duels, aside from one’s sheer strength, adaptability and calcting the opponent are essential elements that Ji Gang now clearlycked.


    Because of this reason, Ji Gang, who would normally overpower his opponent, could only fight Chen Quan to a draw at this moment.


    Since the battle here wouldn’t be resolved quickly, Ling Chen turned his gaze to Chu Huaiyang and Zhu Hong, with Zhu Hong as his primary target, regardless of how Chen Quan and Chu Huaiyang ended up; Zhu Hong must not escape tonight.


    At this moment, Chu Huaiyang and Zhu Hong’s attention was focused solely on Chen Quan. Hearing footsteps approaching, the weakest Zhu Hong was ironically the first to react. He turned his head, looking at the swiftly approaching Ling Chen, his eyes turning cold.


    "Chu Huaiyang, hold him off."


    Chu Huaiyang nodded, reaching out to shield Zhu Hong behind him.


    "Give up," Ling Chen said softly, "do you think you still have a chance to escape tonight?"


    Squinting, Zhu Hong replied coldly, "Ling Chen, don’t rejoice too soon; as long as I’m alive, anything is possible."


    "Is that so? Well, then, I’ll see what else you’re capable of." With these words, Ling Chen’s body slightly leaned forward, tapping his right foot on the ground. In an instant, his body moved like a leopard, dashing forward.


    A blur passed, and Chu Huaiyang saw only a dark shadow. Before his hands could rise, a power engulfed him, striking him directly. With this hit, Chu Huaiyang felt as if he was struck by surging waves, instantly knocked away.


    One move, just one move, and Chu Huaiyang’s defense was dismantled.