This evening, the Martial Arts Association was unusually quiet.

The hall that was usually bustling with people had its numbers reduced by half.

Those who remained, along with some staff members, seemed listless and sighed frequently.

Until the tranquility was broken by a soft sound of footsteps.

"Is it Brother Chen?"

An eagle-eyed person recognized Chen Fan.

"Brother Chen? Is it him?"

"Is it really him?"

Many people widened their eyes in surprise, thinking, "Is this the Chen Fan everyone spoke about, whose strength is fathomless?"

"Brother Chen, you're back."

Someone raised a hand to greet him.

"Brother Chen, have you just returned? Do you know what happened in the city?"

"Yes, something major happened in the city this afternoon!"

"Are you talking about the beast tide?"

Chen Fan said, "I saw it on my way back."

"Yes, it's about the beast tide." The speaker lowered their head.

"How did a beast tide suddenly break out?"

"Indeed, it was so sudden, no one was prepared at all."

"Those fierce beasts are the enemies of our human race. If they really launched an attack, it would be strange for them to notify us, wouldn't it? However, according to the notice, the beast tide will likely reach the outskirts of Anshan City by tomorrow or the day after. Sigh."

Worried voices echoed from all around.

They were only slightly stronger than ordinary people.

If that day came, it would be easy for them to die in the beast tide.

"Don't worry. When the car reaches the mountain, there will be a way through," Chen Fan said with a smile, "Maybe this time, Anshan City can be defended again?"

The awakening ones in the city had options in such situations.

Although some of them had mediocre combat abilities, their special superpowers were valued by the Awakened Association of medium and large cities, and they might be recruited into the city.

But these people in front of him didn't even have a choice.

"Really?"

Upon hearing his words, the crowd's eyes lit up, regaining some spirit.

"Brother Chen, is what you said true? Can Anshan City really be defended?"

"It should be possible."

Chen Fan smiled and said,

"In previous beast tides, Anshan City has always held out. This time, it should also be able to hold out. Moreover, I heard that the new president of the Awakened Association is an A-level Awakened, much stronger than the previous presidents. If he chose to stay, then we should be able to defend the city."

"Really? An A-level Awakened?"

"There's an A-level Awakened in charge in Anshan City?"

"Is it true? I heard that Awakened of this level could only be found in large cities. How could such a small city like ours attract such a powerhouse?"

Everyone's faces showed expressions of disbelief.

"I just heard about it."

Chen Fan smiled, "We'll know for sure when the time comes."

At that moment, a voice rang out.

"Brother Chen, you're back?"

Xu Jie appeared from the elevator entrance without anyone noticing. He looked at the crowd in the hall and said, "The president and the others are in the meeting room. Would you like to come and have a look?"

"Sure."

Chen Fan responded and smiled at the people present before walking towards Xu Jie.

As the elevator doors closed, the previously quiet hall was filled with discussions again.

"Brother Chen just said there's an A-level Awakened in the Awakened Association. Is it true?"

"I'm not sure. Our Martial Arts Association's relationship with the Awakened Association has been quite distant in recent years, with barely any contact."

"Since Brother Chen said it, it should be true, right? That's Brother Chen, even our president listens to him obediently."

"But that's an A-level Awakened! A big shot like the president."

The discussions continued.

Chen Fan followed Xu Jie to the meeting room.

When they opened the door, more than ten people were seated inside. Many of them were new faces, evidently Entry Force Martial Artists who had joined the association recently.

"Brother Chen, you're here."

Sun Wei, who was sitting in the chief seat, immediately stood up from his chair, forcing a smile.

A few others, including Gao Shan, also got up.

The others seemed a bit at a loss, unsure whether to stand up or remain seated.

"President."

Chen Fan smiled at him.

"Let me introduce him to everyone. This is Brother Chen Fan, our association's number one person."

Sun Wei introduced to the new faces, "I was able to break through from Transforming Force to the Meridian Refining Realm all thanks to Brother Chen."

Upon hearing this, several people hurriedly stood up from their chairs and cupped their fists in greeting towards Chen Fan.

They had heard this rumor before but were half-believing. Now, hearing it from the president himself, it carried more weight.

"Everyone, please sit. No need for formalities." Chen Fan waved his hand.

"Sit down."

Sun Wei nodded to everyone.

He had actually been waiting for Chen Fan to return, and had even made a phone call along the way, but no one answered.

Chen Fan also took a seat and said, "President, you called me here probably to ask about the beast tide, right?"

"Yes."

Sun Wei sighed, "We only received the news in the afternoon that the beast tide had broken out. I couldn't believe it in my heart, it was too sudden, without any prior signs.

Not long after, headquarters sent an email notifying the presidents in each district about this matter. Only then did I have to believe it was true. Brother Chen, what do you think we should do next?"

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