A group of small business owners raised their kitchen knives in defiance. Although they were ordinary people, the sight of these twelve or thirteen individuals was indeed quite intimidating.

Zuo Tongyu and his people were dumbfounded as they witnessed this scene.

They had always believed that their burly and strong figures, equipped with weapons far more imposing than kitchen knives, would surely scare off any ordinary person who laid eyes on them.

But these people didn't shy away. Instead, they stepped forward!

For a moment, Zuo Tongyu didn't know what to do.

Liu Zixuan chuckled to himself, thinking his previous help to these people had not gone unrewarded after all. Every move today had given him a big surprise!

He initially thought there would be a significant fight with Zuo Tongyu and his men, but now it seemed... he could save some effort for the time being.

Zuo Tongyu's mouth twitched as he looked at the gleaming kitchen knives, his face twisted in anger as he nodded: "Fine, you're ruthless!"

"If you know how tough we are, why aren't you scramming from Si Ju Road?"

The bald man, shirtless and resembling a butcher with his fleshy face, stood there with an intimidating aura.

Zuo Tongyu slowly turned his head to look at Liu Zixuan: "You have no shame using these ordinary people as your shields?"

"Why should I be ashamed?"

Liu Zixuan shrugged, "If you want to fight, I'm ready anytime. These friends just can't bear to see you and chose to stand by me! If you're scared, you can scram!"

"You!"

Zuo Tongyu's face flushed red, his facial muscles twitched, and he gritted his teeth, "Liu Zixuan, today you're just lucky. I don't believe you can hide on Si Ju Road forever!"

"Get lost! As long as we're on Si Ju Road, you won't lay a finger on Mr. Liu!" the small business owners shouted in unison.

Zuo Tongyu was so angry he nearly cursed, snorted heavily, and said, "Just wait and see!"

It wasn't that he feared these people, but because they were ordinary citizens. If they really started a fight here, it would surely cause a big mess on the street. After all, his target was Liu Zixuan, not these ordinary folks!

In the Jianghu, fights between martial artists were classified as feuds, but once too many ordinary people were involved, it would draw official attention.

After speaking, Zuo Tongyu took his people and got into the car, quickly driving away.

Liu Zixuan let out a laugh, feeling a bit at a loss for words. He intended to use this opportunity to teach Zuo Tongyu a lesson, but the unexpected appearance of these business owners ended things rather anticlimactically.

However, he knew that this was just the beginning between him and Zuo Tongyu, and their conflict was only now truly coming to a head!

Watching Zuo Tongyu and his men leave, the small business owners put their kitchen knives back in the burlap sack, which the bald man placed back into the car.

He shouted loudly, "Mr. Liu, did we kick butt or what? We didn't embarrass Si Ju Road, did we?"

Liu Zixuan laughed, "You were impressive, but can I ask where all those kitchen knives came from?"

"The fat guy was a butcher in the past, but now people prefer buying pre-cooked food, so business got bad. He switched to selling various knives!" a nearby merchant explained.

Liu Zixuan nodded in realization, giving the bald man a thumbs up, "You were really impressive just now!"

"With this situation, I don't feel much fear anymore. We all carry a head on our shoulders. Whether it's Niu Laowu or Fan Xingkong, they were simply too indulgent with them."

The bald man scratched his big bald head, chuckling naively, "I've got it figured out now. In this world, if you aren't submissive, then you fight. Who doesn't have a knife?"

"Quit boasting, do you think killing is as easy as slaughtering pigs?"

Those nearby heard the bald man's words and began to chatter, the atmosphere lively.

Liu Zixuan laughed, "Thank you all for standing up for me today. But in the future, try not to get involved. I'm saying this for everyone's safety. I've trained in some martial arts, so I have no fear of a fight."

"Those guys had skills too. If a fight did break out, and one or two of you got hurt, it wouldn't be good!"

"Mr. Liu, we're just trying to help as best as we can. You helped us so much before without fearing danger, so we know you're looking out for us. We'll definitely assess the situation next time!"

"Exactly, since we all do business on the same street, we're neighbors. We help each other out when a situation arises!"

It was clear these small business owners were sincere. After all, the heart is made of flesh, and what Liu Zixuan had done for them was immensely helpful.

This was just some simple reciprocation!

Seeing this, Liu Zixuan didn't refuse, smiling, "Since everyone says so, what else can I say? Let's look out for each other from now on."

"Alright, we'll let you get busy, Mr. Liu. We'll head back to our businesses then."

With that, the merchants began to leave one after the other.

Remaining behind, Old Wen walked up to Liu Zixuan and said, "As far as I know, Zuo Tongyu doesn't have much connection with Master Jin. They only had business dealings before."

Old Wen was once a big shot in Ghost Wood City, and Zuo Tongyu's Zuo Family was too. Naturally, they knew each other.

Liu Zixuan spread his hands and smiled, "Of course, I can guess that. He's just trying to use this opportunity to take Master Jin's place and step up using my shoulders!"

"There aren't many people from Ghost Wood City who venture into the Celestial Capital, so I know a thing or two about them. Zuo Tongyu runs a medium-sized trading company at the southernmost part of West City, with a couple of pool halls and a small bathhouse under him. In West City, he's regarded as an average character."

Old Wen paused and continued, "Moreover, from what I know, he has been active around the border between West City and East City lately. I don't know what he's up to!"

Liu Zixuan thought for a moment. The border between West City and East City was mostly filled with ambitious entities, like the Meng Family and the Qu Family. They all wanted to step from West City to East City to become true leaders and native residents of the Celestial Capital.

"That's all I know. I'll head back now!" With that, Old Wen headed to his fruit shop.

Liu Zixuan turned to look at Luo Xi, "Just a little farce. But it seems we'll be busy this afternoon!"

"Indeed!" Luo Xi pouted, pointing at the paint on the wall. Just as she was about to complain, she suddenly saw a motorcycle speeding from the side, a man wielding a crossbow aimed straight at Liu Zixuan's back.

Almost instinctively, she pulled Liu Zixuan, positioning herself in front of him...

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