Chapter 649: The Clue
Zhang Sanfeng had always appeared kind and benevolent, exuding an aura of immortality and wisdom. However, as he spoke now, a commanding presence radiated from him. Everyone was reminded that he had been acknowledged as the number one martial artist in the martial world for decades.
Song Qingshu also spoke gravely, “The enemy dared to attack the Golden Serpent Camp right after you and Uncle helped them, even targeting… my father. It’s clear they’re coming for me. Grandmaster, you can rest assured. With your status in the martial world and the current power of the Golden Serpent Camp, the enemy likely won’t go too far. It’s highly probable that the elders are merely being held captive and aren’t in mortal danger.”
Zhang Sanfeng nodded. “Qingshu, your reasoning is sound.”
Song Qingshu continued, “Grandmaster, since this incident happened within the Golden Serpent Camp’s territory, it shouldn’t be difficult to find clues. Once we know who’s behind this, with your martial arts and my support, no matter how perilous their stronghold, we can retrieve the elders and my father safely.”
Zhang Sanfeng shot him a glare. “You arrogant brat, haven’t you heard the saying ‘there’s always someone stronger out there’?”
Song Qingshu chuckled, “If we encounter those ‘stronger than the strong,’ naturally, I’ll rely on you to handle them. As for the ‘not-so-strong,’ your humble disciple can manage them with ease.”
Zhang Sanfeng was both exasperated and amused by his cheeky reply but couldn’t deny the truth in his words. If Zhang Sanfeng had previously doubted the rumors of Song Qingshu’s martial prowess, their earlier exchange had dispelled those doubts. Song Qingshu’s skills were indeed more formidable than the rumors suggested.
“Qingqing, Ah Jiu, gather all the leaders of the Golden Serpent Camp immediately. I want to investigate everything that happened the day the elders disappeared,” Song Qingshu commanded with a serious expression. Although he had planned to head south to persuade Li Kexiu to surrender, the recent crisis forced him to postpone his original plan.
“Yes.” Xia Qingqing and Ah Jiu exchanged glances and immediately focused their efforts. While Zhang Songxi and Yin Liting were important, Song Yuanqiao was their future father-in-law. Naturally, they wanted to leave a good impression on him.