As for the skill of using concealed weapons, Gao Jianfei mastered it completely. Moreover, he clearly surpassed his master!
It's worth noting that Gao Jianfei had previously learned a skill in throwing hidden weapons from Da Jin, specifically the ability to fire 49 steel darts in quick succession—a remarkable skill. Now, combined with Ke Zhen'e's iron dart firing technique, Gao Jianfei, blindfolded, could shoot at the geese in the sky. While not as accurate as Ke Zhen'e, who aimed every single dart precisely, Gao Jianfei could utilize the advantage of rapid-fire to fire 49 iron darts in 40 seconds, successfully killing most of them.
Gao Jianfei also had a competition with Ke Zhen'e. He was blindfolded and competed with Ke Zhen'e in shooting down geese flying overhead with iron spikes.
Ke Zhen'e's advantage is accuracy, while Gao Jianfei's advantage is the speed at which he throws hidden weapons.
In this competition, Ke Zhen'e shot and killed 20 geese in one minute, while Gao Jianfei shot and killed 30. So, it can be said that Gao Jianfei won!
Now, as long as he has iron darts or steel darts, Gao Jianfei is confident that he can fight a group of gunmen in the dark!
Gao Jianfei has successfully made up for the significant disadvantage of insufficient long-range combat capabilities that were once a major weakness!
However, compared to the skill of throwing hidden weapons, Gao Jianfei currently prefers the hearing ability he just learned from Ke Zhen'e.
He hurriedly said goodbye to Ke Zhen'e and Zhu Cong, and went to Tie Mian's place to do a data test.
Before leaving, Ke Zhen'e emphasized to Gao Jianfei, "Xiao Gao, when you fight with someone in the future, you must remember to poison your hidden weapons!"
Gao Jianfei broke out in a cold sweat... It seems this blind man's martial virtue isn't very high either!
After leaving rooms 2-7, Gao Jianfei went straight to Iron Face and had his hearing tested.
Transform listening comprehension into data.
After the test...
The provincial-level hearing test and the provincial-level hand speed test both have a score between 110 and 120!
Although hand speed and hearing cannot compare to memory, Gao Jianfei was quite satisfied with these results!
Now, the data on Gao Jianfei's gambling skills has become...
Hand speed: 110
Eye speed: 82
Hearing: 110
Memory: 162
Overall rating: 116”
This is a fairly accurate estimate of Gao Jianfei's current performance. While there could be some minor adjustments to his hand speed and hearing, this is roughly the correct figure.
The overall score was 116!
"Xiao Gao!" After the test, Iron Face exclaimed in a horrified voice. "Your overall rating has probably surpassed that of Chen Yifeng, the number one gambling tycoon in the current gambling world! You have to know that when Chen Yifeng competed against your father Gao Jin, his overall rating was only '1025'. Although several years have passed, and Chen Yifeng's data should have surpassed that '1025' from back then, logically speaking, it's absolutely impossible for him to reach your freakish '116'! Xiao Gao, you can now try to avenge your father Gao Jin!"
Gao Jianfei shook his head and chuckled, "No, revenge is too early to talk about. My overall stats are high, that's true, but my eye speed is terrible! Also, my match experience is currently zero. So, if I want revenge, I must solve two problems... First, eye speed! Second, constantly accumulate practical experience! The match against Wu Youcun will be my starting point! Of course, during the match, I will deliberately control my hand speed, hearing, and memory. I don't want the people from the World Gambling Association to analyze my true stats through the match recordings, that would be very disadvantageous for me!"
“Yes! Xiao Gao, it’s very important to conserve your strength when necessary!” Iron Face nodded.
After exchanging words with Iron Face, Gao Jianfei left. Descending to the second level of the Ghost Den, Gao Jianfei thought to himself that his exorcism points were severely insufficient. Even a level 2 ghost with keen eyesight wouldn't be enough with his meager points! Besides, it was getting late; it should be dinnertime. Gao Jianfei worried that Chen Xian or Yan Kui might knock on his door, which could potentially reveal something!
"Well, I need to leave the Ghost Den immediately. Could you check the database for me first? This time, I need a Level 2 ghost with strong eyesight. Okay, that's fine. I hope that when I have enough exorcism points, you can give me the answer I want. Then I'll go straight for it!" Gao Jianfei hurriedly gave a few instructions to the AI program, then with a thought, he left the Ghost Den.
Just then, as Gao Jianfei left the den of ghosts, he heard Chen Xian knocking on the door... "Jianfei, wake up, come out for dinner!"
Gao Jianfei secretly breathed a sigh of relief, then stood up, walked over, and opened the bedroom door. "Hehe, I overslept just now, I'm quite sleepy. Have you had dinner? Okay, I'll head out now."
Flower Market Airport.
Arrival room.
In a corner to the southeast, a group of people with quite distinguished bearing stood; they had just disembarked from a plane.
There are 11 people in this group!
The leader was a young man of about 23 or 24 years old. He was dressed extravagantly, with well-defined features, and exuded the air of an arrogant young master. However, his demeanor wasn't particularly appealing. Mainly, his thin lips gave him a mean and selfish appearance. His brows conveyed a cold and haughty air, as if he looked down on everyone.
A sharp glint flashed in his eyes.
He is Song Zhui, the grandson of Song Qian, the current head of the Song family! This is his first time in G Province, and also his first time personally hosting a formal world gambling ranking competition.
Song Qian sent his grandson, Song Zhui, to officiate the match primarily for training purposes. Accompanying Song Zhui were five assistant referees: two from China and three foreigners. These five referees were relatively experienced, but since they weren't from the Song family, their prestige was less than that of Song Zhui, who had never officiated a formal match before.
The task of these assistant referees is to help Song Zhui to conduct the match smoothly and fairly.
A referee team of six, led by Song Zhui, was formed to officiate the match between Gao Jianfei and Wu Youcun.
Five other burly men with gloomy faces and wary expressions stood in front of, behind, and to the left and right of Song Zhui.
These five people are the bodyguards.
These five people exuded a cold and dangerous aura, so much so that a casual glance from them was enough to frighten passersby or those who looked at them into shrinking back in fear!
At that moment, Wu Youcun's three apprentices stood several meters away from Song Zhui, bowing and scraping, not daring to approach, but with obsequious smiles.
Previously, Wu Youcun's apprentice had found Song Zhui's flight information through the World Gambling Association's Hushi branch, so he quickly came over in advance to curry favor and welcome him.
However, Song Zhui seemed to dislike these guys. He looked coldly at Wu Youcun's three disciples and said indifferently, "You came to pick me up? There's no need!"
That cold and dismissive attitude could make even the most hard-hearted person weep with sorrow.
At this moment, Hu Zi and Wu Youcun had already run quickly into the arrival room and were heading towards Song Zhui.
However, before they could even reach Song Zhui, Song Zhui's five henchmen simultaneously glared at them!
Instantly, Hu Zi and Wu Youcun felt a terrifying sensation as if they were being stared at by a rattlesnake! They involuntarily stopped and looked at Song Zhui sheepishly.
"Ah, is it Young Master Zhui?" Wu Youcun, who was always aloof, now had a fawning expression on his face.
"You are Wu Youcun? Wu Youcun, ranked 51st in the world in gambling skills, one of the participants in this competition?" Song Zhui raised an eyebrow and asked indifferently.
"Yes, yes, I didn't expect Young Master Zhui to recognize me." Wu Youcun felt somewhat flattered.
It's important to understand that the Song family holds a very high position in the world of gambling, essentially acting as an authoritative institution. Furthermore, the Song family's referees officiate in highly prestigious matches, resulting in their exalted status and widespread admiration within the global gambling community. Even a referee casually dispatched by the Song family would be eagerly sought after by top gamblers.
Besides, the Song family is an international family with a great reputation not only in the gambling world but also in other fields.
Wu Youcun had checked with the Hushi branch office beforehand and found that the referee in charge of this case, Song Zhui, was Song Qian's grandson, a man of high status within the Song family. Therefore, upon learning the time and place of Song Zhui's arrival, Wu Youcun sent his apprentice to wait there, ready to pick him up and give him a welcome dinner.
In general, for a professional gambler, no matter how high their world ranking is, having the opportunity to curry favor with the Song family is truly a great fortune.
Song Zhui was disdainful of Wu Youcun's extremely obsequious expression and attitude. "I've only looked at your file."
"Heh, since this is Young Master Zhui's first time in G Province, how about my friend Hu Zi and I keep him company and give him a welcome dinner?" Wu Youcun said with a beaming smile.
"Hmph! Wu Youcun, you're an old hand, how come you don't know the rules?" Song Zhui gave Wu Youcun a stern look. "As a referee, how could I possibly have too much interaction with the participants before the competition? That would undermine the authenticity of the competition! How foolish! Alright, get out of my way!"
After saying that, Song Zhui led the assistant referees and bodyguards straight away from the airport, leaving Wu Youcun and Hu Zi, who were quite speechless, standing there.
"Damn!" Beard suddenly burst out, "This kid's really good at showing off! I've had dealings with the Song family before when I was in America, and I've never seen a kid this pretentious!"
“Uh, Beard, it’s not surprising. You’re not a gambler, so the Song family won’t be too harsh on you. As for me… sigh, actually, it’s because I saw that this match was Song Zhui’s first official match as referee. I thought that since Song Zhui hadn’t officiated an official match before, it would be easier to handle. I didn’t expect that his attitude towards me would still be the same as those veteran Song family referees—cold and rude!” Wu Youcun’s eyes also flashed with the resentment of being humiliated.
Beard was furious... "Damn it, if I get the chance, I'm definitely going to mess with this Song Zhui. I, Beard, hate people who show off!"
Upon hearing Hu Zi's words, Wu Youcun immediately exclaimed, "Hu Zi, you mustn't do anything rash! The Song family is not to be trifled with!"
"Hmph! Damn it, I'm so angry!" Beard continued to curse.
Flower market, Zheng Bang Workers' Club.
Zheng Bang Society Headquarters.
In Tang Bao's office.
At this moment, Tang Bao was sitting behind his large desk, with his legs propped up on the high-end desk, picking his nose repeatedly, as if he was enjoying it.
A henchman stood respectfully beside the desk. "Brother Leopard, a sensational event has recently occurred in the gambling scene of G province."
"Damn it! Stop dawdling, just say what you have to say!" Tang Bao picked a huge booger out of his nostril and cursed under his breath, "Damn, how come it's so big?"
The henchman didn't dare to say anything more. "Brother Leopard, I heard that the casinos in Dongxing were raided by experts from other provinces. The other party is quite powerful; it turns out to be Wu Youcun, who is ranked 51st in the world for gambling skills."
"Damn it, no way? Some experts from outside are trying to wipe out all the casinos in our G province? A gambling expert ranked 51st in the world wouldn't come to our G province to cause trouble for no reason. Is it really going to be a massive sweep?" Tang Bao's expression suddenly became extremely serious. "So, the casinos in Dongxing have been wiped out? I didn't hear anything about it."
"Brother Leopard, Dongxing Casino is fine for now. However, a gambling expert recruited by Dongxing Casino, who is said to be a pro, has already challenged Wu Youcun in a formal ranking match with very high stakes. That pro is said to be a complete novice with zero gambling records."
"What? Someone with zero wins is challenging the world's 51st ranked expert? Damn, that's some guts!" Tang Bao immediately became interested. "Who is that guy? Have you checked him out?"
"Brother Leopard, we haven't found any useful information yet. We've only heard that the code name for the person working at Dongxing Casino is 'Little Gao'."
"Xiao Gao?" Tang Bao picked his nose and muttered to himself, "This match is of great importance. If Dongxing Casino is wiped out, then our Zheng Bang Casino might be next. So, if possible, find some people to go and watch the match live. If we can't watch it live, we must get the video recording of the match to watch afterwards."
"Yes, Brother Leopard."
Chapter 104 Investigation Background
Chapter 104 Investigation Background
July 18th.
After learning Ke Zhen'e's hearing and iron rhombus techniques, Gao Jianfei left the ghost den and went to a restaurant outside for dinner.
Now, Gao Jianfei's time has indeed reached a countdown stage! Tomorrow is the 19th, the day after tomorrow is the 20th, and the 21st is the world ranking match between Gao Jianfei and Wu Youcun!
Only 3 days left!
Gao Jianfei's gambling skills puzzle is only missing one piece! However, Gao Jianfei only has a few hundred exorcism points left, which is not even enough to exorcise a high-level level 2 ghost with keen eyesight!
All we can do is wait! Wait for the exorcism points to slowly recover!
During dinner, Gao Jianfei temporarily put aside his worries and enjoyed a pleasant meal with Chen Xian, Yan Kui, and Xiao Xiao.
These past few days, Chen Xian casually wore a tracksuit, tied her long hair up, and went makeup-free, looking every bit the homebody. Yet, her beauty and charm hadn't faded in the slightest; in fact, they were captivating. She had lost her job, disrupting her peaceful life, and had "escaped" to Hushi with Gao Jianfei, but her mood was actually brighter. Subconsciously, she had an idea… Now, she and Gao Jianfei had shared hardships, saw each other every day, and didn't need to do anything else but live together, enjoying every little thing. Chen Xian truly loved this life, so much so that a sweet, contented smile always graced her face.
Gao Jianfei, however, couldn't feel at ease. He felt as if he owed Chen Xian something. And secretly, he felt an urge to protect and shelter her.
After dinner, there was no need to call the waiter to clear the dishes; Chen Xian took care of all the cleanup herself.
At 8 p.m., Chen Yaohui went directly to the hotel suite, and together with Gao Jianfei, they entered a study, locked the door, and began a secret discussion.
"Jianfei, are you getting used to this hotel?" Chen Yaohui offered Gao Jianfei a cigar and asked with a smile.
Gao Jianfei used to only smoke cigarettes, but now he's tried cigars. Those high-end cigars are particularly rich and strong, quite enjoyable to smoke. "Not bad," Gao Jianfei said with practiced ease, casually crossing his legs. "But I won't be staying here for long. Everything will be decided after my battle with Wu Youcun!"
Speaking of his match against Wu Youcun, Chen Yaohui was no less nervous than Gao Jianfei. In fact, he was even more anxious than Gao Jianfei, who was directly involved. Losing 300 million in cash and the operating rights to a casino would be devastating for the entire Dongxing triad!
"Jianfei, speaking of which, how have your preparations been these past few days?" Chen Yaohui glanced at Gao Jianfei's face, as if afraid Gao Jianfei would be unhappy with his inquiries. However, he still mustered his courage and asked, "Jianfei, how confident are you?"
Gao Jianfei gently placed his cigar on the coffee table and rubbed his temples. "To be honest, I can't guarantee a 100% win rate right now, but I'm not powerless either. In short, it's fifty-fifty!" Gao Jianfei wouldn't reveal his trump card to Chen Yaohui. "So, how are your preparations for the competition going?" Gao Jianfei knew that this competition was being held at the Emperor Casino in Hu City, and as the host, Chen Yaohui should have been busy preparing for the competition these past few days.
Upon hearing Gao Jianfei's question, Chen Yaohui quickly replied, "Jianfei, regarding the competition, listen to me. The head referee for this match is Song Zhui from the Song family. He and his referee team arrived in G Province today. After landing at Huashi Airport, they went straight to the World Gambling Association's Hushi branch, where Huang Bojun settled them in. Originally, as soon as I heard the news, I personally went to Song Zhui's hotel to welcome him and give him a red envelope..."
"Heh," Gao Jianfei chuckled. Trying to bribe a member of a family of referees with absolute authority in the world of gambling?