Chapter 94: I Guarantee He Can Win
With that, Chu Yan and Xiao Ye continued down the stairs.
The hall below was a temporary lounge area.
The lighting was dim, with numerous booths. Expensive drinks and food were served from 6 p.m. until 3 a.m. the next morning.
After that, the fighting ring would close, and everyone had to leave.
Chu Yan wasn't in a hurry to go in. Instead, she had someone prepare two exquisite French meals and deliver them to their table.
"Xiao Ye, we've been on the move and haven't eaten. Let's get a bite first, what do you say?"
Xiao Ye nodded. He really did need to eat something to better handle what was coming next.
After the two finished their meal, they finally entered the real underground fighting ring.
As soon as they entered, a deafening roar of shouts washed over them.
Xiao Ye frowned, finding it a bit jarring. Unlike the noise of a bustling bar, these shouts were filled with bloodlust.
Below were spectator stands, rising in tiers.
There were also private boxes on both sides, with floor-to-ceiling glass offering a clear view of the hexagonal ring.
Chu Yan led Xiao Ye to a staircase on the right and went straight into a private box.
Xiao Ye glanced down and saw the situation in the ring.
Two fighters were currently facing off. Their muscles bulged, their skin glistening.
Having fought for a while, both were now bruised and stained with blood.
Chu Yan explained, "One of these two is Brother Qi's fighter. He's very skilled. The other was probably trained by another powerful, wealthy family."
Many rich young masters enjoy watching fights. With money and time on their hands, it's natural for them to train their own fighters.
If they win a match, not only do they get a reward from the underground fighting ring, but their masters also give them a hefty sum.
This has now formed a complete industry chain.
Some poorer families with connections to this world even train their sons from a young age, pushing them onto this path when they grow up.
Earning money with their blood and lives, just for the chance at a better future.
Xiao Ye only glanced at them before quickly looking away. "He's about to lose."
"Who's about to lose?"
"The outside fighter."
Chu Yan wasn't surprised. "Is that so? But they look evenly matched to me."
"Are you here to watch the fights, or to save your brother?"
Xiao Ye leaned back in his chair, watching her with a leisurely gaze.
He hadn't come here to waste time.
Chu Yan quickly explained, "That Brother Qi only shows up at ten o'clock every night. We have to wait for him to arrive before we can find him."
So that was it.
Xiao Ye didn't ask any more questions, instead watching the fight below with renewed interest.
Just as he predicted, the outcome was decided quickly.
Although the defeated fighter didn't die, he would likely be left with a permanent leg injury.
Brother Qi's fighter was victorious, and another round of cheers erupted from below.
Those who won money cheered loudly, while those who lost cursed their mothers.
As for the fighter who lost, no one cared at all.
In the private box opposite them, a young master saw his fighter lose and spat hatefully. "What a useless piece of trash! And after I spent so much damn money on him."
"Useless! Don't bother with him, just throw him out!"
Soon, the fighter was dragged away, and the victor also left the ring.
A few women with stunning figures and looks walked onto the stage. They wore cheongsams slit nearly to the top of their thighs and gracefully began to clean up the mess in the ring.
Their curvaceous bodies stunned the spectators closest to the ring.
One of them let out a wicked grin and reached out to grope one of the beautiful women's shapely rear ends.
Before he could even say a flirtatious word, the woman who had been taken advantage of spun around fiercely.
Her delicate, pretty face instantly became incredibly ferocious.
She threw a heavy punch, knocking the man to the ground.
After landing the blow, the woman's brow relaxed slightly. "How dare you get handsy in here. Drag him away!"
Xiao Ye's eyebrows rose slightly as he watched. "It seems these women are not to be trifled with."
Chu Yan refilled his cup with high-quality tea and pushed the fruit platter toward him, being very considerate. "Of course. Everyone under Brother Qi, man or woman, has some skills."
"There are a few rules in this fighting ring. One of them is that you're not allowed to get handsy with these women. Otherwise, you face the consequences."
Xiao Ye took a shallow sip of the tea, its fragrant taste lingering.
Meanwhile, on the stage, the cleanup was finished.
The host jumped onto the stage, his face alight with excitement. "Everyone! Next up, let's welcome our ring's most popular fighter!"
"This time, facing the Overlord, is a fighter from the Chu Family—One-Eyed Dragon!"
The crowd immediately erupted in a roaring cheer.
"Overlord!"
"Overlord!"
"..."
Chu Yan's expression shifted slightly. When she saw One-Eyed Dragon enter the ring, her face changed dramatically. "He's one of my men!"
"I sent him to be my brother's personal bodyguard. I can't believe he was sent in here too!"
"No, he absolutely cannot die!"
Thinking of his loyalty, Chu Yan couldn't help but grab Xiao Ye's hand.
But she quickly remembered something and let go again.
'Xiao Ye can only act once, and that's to save my brother!'
Her gaze gradually turned ruthless. 'Forget it. Everyone has their own fate.'
'If One-Eyed Dragon can't leave this ring alive today, the most I can do is ensure his family is well cared for.'
Xiao Ye looked at Chu Yan. "You don't want him to die, do you?"
"Right. But now is not the time for you to make a move."
Chu Yan frankly stated her concern, "Our purpose here is to rescue my brother."
"That's simple. I won't make a move. You just need to pass on a message to him, and I guarantee he'll win!"
"What message?"
Chu Yan's beautiful eyes lit up instantly.
"Tell him to attack his opponent's left ribs with all his might. The guy has a hidden injury there."
"Huh?"
Chu Yan immediately looked over, but on the opponent's bare torso, there was no sign of any injury.
But she had absolute faith in Xiao Ye's abilities!
'If he says it's there, then it's there!'
Chu Yan immediately pressed a button. An attendant who specifically served the Chu Family entered respectfully. "Miss Chu, what are your orders?"
"Help me pass on a message... No, I'll go myself!"
Chu Yan quickly walked out of the private box and down the stairs to the edge of the ring.
When One-Eyed Dragon saw her, his expression changed slightly.
She beckoned him over and whispered in his ear, repeating what Xiao Ye had just said.
One-Eyed Dragon's eyes flickered. "Understood. Thank you, Young Miss."
"As long as you can survive, I guarantee I'll get you out of here today!"
After speaking, Chu Yan returned to the private box. Her gaze toward Xiao Ye became increasingly filled with affection. "With you here, everything will surely be alright."
The boxing match began quickly.
Heeding Chu Yan's words, One-Eyed Dragon kept looking for opportunities to attack his opponent's left ribs. Sure enough, the Overlord began to struggle.
But his opponent was no pushover either.
The match lasted a full half-hour before it ended.
The Overlord lay on the ground, more air leaving his lungs than entering.
In contrast, although One-Eyed Dragon was also severely injured, his eyes swollen shut, he could still barely stand.
"What the hell? Why did the Overlord lose?"
"This One-Eyed Dragon is pretty impressive. Where did the Chu Family find him?"
The host got on stage to announce the result. "One-Eyed Dragon wins!"
Chu Yan couldn't help but look at Xiao Ye. 'To think a single sentence from him could completely change the outcome of the battle. How incredible!'
Xiao Ye, however, wasn't surprised at all. As long as the man wasn't a fool and did as he said, there was bound to be no problem.
Two more matches followed in succession.
At ten o'clock at night, the already boisterous fighting ring instantly erupted.
Brother Qi, the man in control here, had finally deigned to show his face!