After the Dragon Head made the decision, he was well aware that this might cause Longyuan's reputation to plummet.
But he had no choice.
If he didn't agree to Baiyu's request, not only would he himself be unable to escape, but Longyuan would also be implicated and affected.
They were an opposition organization.
But if they truly provoked someone like Baiyu, who held real power in the Empire and retaliated recklessly, it would be difficult to withstand.
The reason Longyuan had survived all these years.
Besides being extremely low-key and having excellent hiding skills, was also because they hadn't incurred the wrath of the true nobility of the Empire.
No one was willing to exert great effort to exterminate them.
They were also very tactful, at most causing small disturbances, never attracting the attention of the Empire's highest echelons.
This was their way of survival.
However, Baiyu was different.
From the observations and understanding in the past few days, the Dragon Head could confirm that Baiyu had the power to retaliate against them.
At the same time.
With that young man's personality, he would definitely retaliate.
So the Dragon Head had no choice but to agree, not only for himself but for his organization and also for those Underground Martial Artists.
"Wait a moment, quite a few people have come already, but not all of them are here yet."
The Dragon Head glanced around.
The hall had already gathered no less than fifty Underground Martial Artists, all of whom were prominent figures among the martial artists, many being leaders of small groups or spokespersons of petty powers.
The world of the Underground Martial Artists.
The most important thing was small group unity.
So the people the Dragon Head invited represented a group of Underground Martial Artists.
These people entered the second basement level of the Green Forest Bar, presented their invitation credentials, and came to the Dragon Head's side, respectfully performing their greetings. As for Baiyu, who stood beside the Dragon Head, handsome and radiant, they merely nodded slightly.
Each person entering behaved the same.
They evidently thought Baiyu was merely the Dragon Head's subordinate, and the reason they noticed him at all was due to his strikingly handsome appearance.
From the way each person came to pay respects, it was clear that Longyuan, in the world of Underground Martial Artists, held a very high reputation.
Time ticked by second by second.
When approximately a hundred people had gathered in the hall, the Dragon Head then quietly said to Baiyu, "It's time, everyone is here."
"Alright, then Dragon Head, come up on stage with me."
Baiyu slightly calmed his mind.
At this moment, he was still a little nervous.
After all.
Many Underground Martial Artists carried a unique aura of hostility, one hard to cultivate outside of martial artists who had been through relentless battles in the military.
Among these Underground Martial Artists, many were fierce and unflinching.
Many were more powerful than him.
Tier Four, Tier Five was not uncommon, and if their strength wasn't robust enough, they couldn't maintain a foothold in the underground world and become leaders of small groups.
Under the gaze of everyone.
Baiyu and the Dragon Head walked together onto the cylindrical stage at the center of the second floor.
This aroused considerable confusion among the others.
Because Baiyu walked ahead, while the Dragon Head trailed half a step behind, which was clearly unusual.
And when Baiyu stood in the center of the stage and held the microphone, the crowd became even more bewildered.
What's going on?
Was this young man's status higher than the Dragon Head's?
They didn't wonder for long, as Baiyu then began, "Everyone, perhaps you're not familiar with me, so let me introduce myself first.
My name is Baiyu.
I am the director of the Mountain City Security Bureau."
As soon as he finished speaking.
The scene erupted like a boiling cauldron, instantly boiling over.
A group of Underground Martial Artists immediately drew their weapons, Blood Qi emanating from their bodies to the surroundings, with their faces fierce as they looked at the stage, showing a tendency to move.
If the Dragon Head wasn't standing beside him, they might have already charged.
Seeing this situation, the Dragon Head shouted, his voice infused with Blood Qi, "Brothers, don't be nervous! I won't harm you, even if you don't trust Baiyu, you should trust me.
Don't act rashly.
Listen to what he has to say first, it's never too late to make a decision.
This is an opportunity, if after he finishes you think it's inappropriate, you can leave at any time!"
The voice of the Dragon Head, carrying Blood Qi and authority, instantly calmed the scene.
These Underground Martial Artists, although they didn't act.
Still stared intently at Baiyu, eyes full of wariness and hostility.
"Dragon Head, when did you start colluding with such Imperial lackeys?"
"I'll give you face today, but, hopefully, this kid will stay clear-headed, and won't say anything foolish."
"Dragon Head, your actions might chill the hearts of brothers."
One Underground Martial Artist after another responded.
The Dragon Head furrowed his brow, sighing inwardly, as this was something he anticipated since agreeing to Baiyu.
Now.
He could only hope that Baiyu's offered terms were generous enough for this group to become formally integrated into the official framework.
These Underground Martial Artists.
Were forced into hiding underground because they couldn't survive in the light.
The formation of the Longyuan organization was for the same reason.
If anyone could live in the light, with family and friends, walking openly in the world, who would want to be an underground rat?
Seeing the scene calm once again.
Baiyu cleared his throat, picked up the microphone: "Friends, today I asked the Dragon Head to invite you here because I want to offer you a bright future."
Upon hearing this.
Not a few people sneered contemptuously.
Not only did they not let down their guard, but they also became even more vigilant.
Baiyu didn't mind, and continued: "Recently the Empire's policy mandated us to eradicate the Underground Martial Artists.
