God-Level All-rounder Expert
Chapter 551 - 592: Ma Yong is Dead (9th Update)

Chapter 551: Chapter 592: Ma Yong is Dead (9th Update)

One by one, they fell, the sounds of clashing and agonizing screams echoing incessantly. Any discerning observer could see that the situation was completely one-sided, but in an utterly bewildering way.

If anyone were to place bets, ten out of ten would wager on the pirates, given their overwhelming numbers while Fang Yi stood alone. Even a three-year-old would make the same choice.

However, the development of the battle far exceeded their expectations. Betting on the pirates would mean losing everything, even their underwear.

Just one man managed to knock down all thirty-plus pirates, one by one. How could this not be considered astonishing?

Nangong Lengxue was stunned, her lips slightly parted. Was this Fang Xiaotian really that formidable?!

Nearby, Nangong Lengxue’s four guards, including Xiao Zhi, were equally shocked, staring wide-eyed and dumbstruck as if they had seen a ghost.

But the reality was undeniable, no matter how much they couldn’t believe it. Fang Yi had indeed defeated so many and held an absolute advantage!

All thirty-plus pirates lay on the ground around Fang Yi. They had been standing before, but now they were lying down.

The situation was completely reversed, creating a stark contrast. Fang Yi had arrived alone and remained the last man standing. He was the victor, while the pirates were the losers, each rendered powerless by Fang Yi, either holding their hurting hands or yelling in pain, devoid of any capability to fight.

The sea breeze was chilling. Fang Yi patted his pocket and then looked towards Xiao Zhi and the others. "Got a smoke?"

"Yes, yes!"

Xiao Zhi hurried over, offering a pack of Soft Cloud cigarettes, which Fang Yi put into his pocket. "Thanks."

With a snap, Fang Yi lit a cigarette, finding it particularly satisfying after the event.

"Fang Xiaotian, don’t mention it, it’s just a pack of smokes. I’ll buy you a few more cartons when we get back," Xiao Zhi quickly said with a laugh, a stark contrast to his earlier disdain for Fang Yi.

Fang Yi wasn’t bothered. Everyone misjudges at times. He wasn’t going to hold their earlier scorn against them. It wasn’t a big deal, and now that he had demonstrated his strength and intimidated them, he had achieved his purpose.

"Tie up these pirates. Don’t let a single one go. You know what I mean," Fang Yi said.

"Got it, got it. Don’t worry, Fang Xiaotian. These pirates dared to attack us; I’ll make sure they regret it," Xiao Zhi responded.

In the following moments, Xiao Zhi and the others began searching for ropes to tie up the pirates. There weren’t enough ropes on their boat, so they fetched more from another fishing vessel. Dozens of pirates were tied up and piled on the deck.

Fang Yi didn’t bother with them anymore but approached Nangong Lengxue. Different from his stern demeanor during the fight, he smiled warmly. "Director Nangong, are you hurt anywhere? Tell me if you are. I’m pretty awesome."

Being awesome was common, but she hadn’t seen many who flaunted it as blatantly as him.

Nangong Lengxue gave Fang Yi a glare and was about to speak when Fang Yi had already taken Elder Liu from her shoulder.

Ignoring Nangong Lengxue’s expression and unconcerned about it, Fang Yi helped Elder Liu into the cabin. Just then, a tall and muscular young man entered, seeing the injured Elder Liu, he roared.

"Godfather, who hurt you? I’ll make them pay with their life!" Anger flickered in Da Gang’s eyes.

"Stop... Xiaotian has already avenged me. Have you forgotten what I told you? One must endure loneliness, be patient, stay calm in crises. Do you understand?"

"Yes."

Da Gang nodded his head, then suddenly kneeled before Fang Yi. "Brother Xiaotian, thank you for saving my godfather."

Fang Yi hurriedly helped Da Gang up, saying, "It was just a helping hand, no need to worry about it." But Da Gang insisted on kowtowing to Fang Yi.

Left with no choice, Fang Yi let him be.

Generally, fishermen who run boats or fish always carry medicines for injuries. Fang Yi asked Da Gang to fetch the medicine and bandages, and skillfully, in about ten minutes, Elder Liu’s injuries were all wrapped up.

Engrossed in his task, Fang Yi had just stood up and lit a cigarette when he noticed Zhao Guosheng, who was sitting behind him at some point.

Fang Yi, with a cigarette in his mouth, pulled up a chair and sat down in front of Zhao Guosheng. "Old Zhao, you’re quite unscrupulous."

Zhao Guosheng laughed, saying, "How am I unscrupulous? You can eat whatever, but you can’t talk nonsense."

"Is that so?" Fang Yi lowered his voice, "You encouraged Uncle Liu to act, just to make me act. He’s an old man, how is that not unscrupulous?"

However, Elder Liu overheard the conversation. He said, "Xiaotian, it wasn’t Deputy Director Zhao who encouraged me; I did it voluntarily."

Fang Yi fell silent for a moment, staring at Zhao Guosheng. "Old Zhao, what are you hiding from me? Let me hear it. It would be better to have an idea, and not end up being sold by you and still counting the money for you." Fang Yi’s last remark had a mocking tone.

Zhao Guosheng replied, "I can tell you, just be prepared."

Fang Yi’s eyes flashed, "Speak."

Zhao Guosheng hesitated for a moment and, under Fang Yi’s sharp gaze, slowly said, "Actually, the Ma Yong you are looking for..." Zhao Guosheng lit a cigarette, "He’s already dead."

Boom!

Even though Fang Yi was prepared, he absolutely did not expect Zhao Guosheng to deliver such news, and even with mental preparation, Fang Yi was shocked.

Ma Yong was dead? Dead?!

Then where would they find the deeds and property certificates Ma Yong had controlled? Childe Corporation had already shattered many families, causing death and destruction. Fang Yi had intended to find Ma Yong and bring those items back, but after hearing about Ma Yong’s death, Fang Yi felt a sinking in his heart.

But Fang Yi was not defeated by this; an idea struck him, and looking at Zhao Guosheng, he asked, "Where did he die?"

"Indeed, alive, we need to see the person; dead, we need to see the body. That’s exactly what I want to tell you," Zhao Guosheng said. "Actually, Ma Yong died on a small island not far from here—it’s Earth Snake’s territory."

"Backstabbed?" Fang Yi raised his eyebrows.

In Fang Yi’s mind, an outline of the situation was taking shape.

Ma Yong, unable to stay in Moon City, had sought refuge outside and contacted Earth Snake, who arranged for him to stay on the island. But, inadvertently, he had slipped up in what he said. For someone like Earth Snake, it would be impossible not to be tempted, and it was unsurprising that Ma Yong ended up losing his life.

"Where is the island?" Fang Yi asked.

Zhao Guosheng smiled, his expression mingling cunning and fox-like slyness. He remained silent when Da Gang suddenly came forward and said, "Brother Xiaotian, I know."