The Dark Alliance members are bound by brotherhood; no one can betray the Dark Alliance.
Turning his gaze to Liu Piaoxu, Ye Fan asked in a low voice, "I want to know, is the person who summoned you here holding a high position in Jiangcheng, someone invincible?"
His heart already held a guess, and asking Liu Piaoxu was merely to confirm it.
This time, even Liu Piaoxu frowned and looked at Ye Fan with a face full of confusion. He hadn't expected Ye Fan to know everything yet still ask him.
Meeting Ye Fan's scorching gaze, Liu Piaoxu finally nodded.
"Ye Fan, I advise you not to resist pointlessly. You can't defeat that person. If he could invite our Dark Alliance, he can certainly invite even more terrifying existences. To die after such an effort, is it truly worth it?"
Meeting Ye Fan's burning eyes, Liu Piaoxu asked in a deep voice.
Ye Fan, however, smiled and shook his head, then looked out the window.
"A true man knows what to do and what not to do."
This was Ye Fan, appearing like a sculpture, exuding an ethereal and profound aura.
Even Liu Piaoxu found himself staring blankly, unaware.
Only after Liu Piaoxu left did Ye Fan's expression gradually turn cold.
"Mr. Ye, the Dark Alliance's arrival this time is not friendly; I'm afraid we'll have a hard time dealing with them."
Upon learning that Ye Fan had obtained the identity of an elder of the Ghost Market, Sun Yilang was extremely excited.
With the support of the Ghost Market, they had a greater chance of dealing with the Dark Alliance.
Even so, they still didn't have a high chance of winning.
After all, the four families of the Dark Alliance were united, sharing honor and disgrace. Therefore, once a conflict began, the four families of the Dark Alliance would definitely use all their available power to deal with Ye Fan.
However, Ye Fan's side, the Ghost Market, had limited power it could deploy.
Ye Fan narrowed his eyes, "Since that's the case, then let's integrate the Ghost Market and make them completely subservient to me."
A cold glint flashed in Ye Fan's eyes.
This was his first time craving power so intensely.
To mobilize the full might of the Ghost Market, his own status had to be thoroughly elevated.
Only then could he establish himself in an invincible position.
Moreover, the opponents this time were not just the Dark Alliance. Liu Piaoxu's words were very accurate.
Since that person could invite people from the Dark Alliance, then undoubtedly, she also had the ability to invite even more terrifying forces, and that was the truly formidable threat.
"We'll go to the Ghost Market again tonight. Inform Shen Bao and have him accompany us."
After returning from Qianfo Mountain, Shen Bao had dedicated all his energy to work, as if trying to numb himself with exhaustion.
But some things had already happened, and he had to face them.
Sun Yilang nodded, "I'll arrange it immediately."
As night fell, Ye Fan and Sun Yilang stood at the entrance of the Ghost Market. Seeing Shen Bao arrive late, Ye Fan smiled.
"Brother Shen Er, I thought you wouldn't come."
At this moment, Shen Bao's face was filled with exhaustion, especially his eyes, which were bloodshot.
"Work has been a bit busy, sorry to keep you waiting. By the way, what is this place?"
Looking at the dark surroundings, Shen Bao asked with a frown.
He was not involved in the antique circle, so he was unaware of the Ghost Market.
Although he was a captain of the law enforcement, this Ghost Market was not within his jurisdiction.
"The Ghost Market."
Ye Fan said with a smile, "A place specifically for trading antique artifacts."
"What? Antique artifacts?"
Shen Bao's eyes widened, his face full of surprise.
"When did Jiangcheng get a place like this? No, I'll immediately call people to seal it. We absolutely cannot let antique artifacts disrupt Jiangcheng's antique market."
He instinctively assumed Ye Fan had called him to carry out a mission, so Shen Bao immediately made his decision.
Ye Fan quickly raised his hand to stop him, "Brother Shen Er, this place is under my protection. If you send people to raid it, wouldn't that be going against me?"
Ye Fan was truly helpless, knowing Shen Bao's personality, always acting like a vanguard.
Hearing Ye Fan's words, Shen Bao immediately frowned, "Are you saying this Ghost Market is your business?"
His tone carried shock, as Shen Bao was evidently wary of places like the Ghost Market, which operated outside the law.
Ye Fan shook his head, "It's not my business, but I am an elder of the Ghost Market, considered a high-ranking official. I've come today for serious matters, so Brother Shen Er, please turn a blind eye for my sake, at least for now."
Helplessly, Ye Fan had to make such a request. Otherwise, given Shen Bao's personality, he certainly wouldn't agree.
This fellow couldn't tolerate even a speck of dust in his eye.
After a moment of pensive thought, seeing the determination in Ye Fan's eyes, Shen Bao finally nodded, "Let this be the only time."
"Thank you, Brother Shen Er."
The three walked slowly into the Ghost Market. Because Ye Fan had the elder's token, they were not questioned. Instead, subordinates of the Ghost Market led the way.
"Elder Ye, the Jiangcheng Ghost Market has a total of one thousand six hundred and twenty-seven registered shops. They are all registered with us, and their identities have been verified. The items they sell amount to over one hundred and seventy thousand pieces, and we have records for each item to ensure that antique artifacts flowing out of the Ghost Market do not disrupt the antique market."
Although the young man was young, he was very competent, speaking clearly and methodically.
Ye Fan nodded, "Besides Mr. Cao, how many other elders are there in the Ghost Market?"
From his conversation with Mr. Cao last time, Ye Fan understood that he was likely the manager of the Jiangcheng Ghost Market, the person in charge.
And below him, there should be elders, supervisors, and so on.
The young man quickly responded respectfully, "Besides Elder Ye, the Jiangcheng Ghost Market has three other elders. They are responsible for guarding various areas of the Ghost Market. Those three elders are all experts in antiques and are very formidable."
The young man's words were impartial and objective.
Ye Fan felt favorably towards the young man and nodded with satisfaction. Even Sun Yilang and Shen Bao couldn't help but look at the young man more closely.
To make a name for oneself in a place as mixed as the Ghost Market, one had to be sharp and clever.
"Take me to see Mr. Cao," Ye Fan said calmly, having a rough understanding of the situation.
The young man quickly led the way, and just like last time, after several twists and turns, they finally arrived at the small house.
The young man knocked on the door and, after receiving a response from inside, pushed open the door and invited Ye Fan and the others in.
"Mr. Cao, Elder Ye is here."
The young man announced respectfully.
Mr. Cao was slightly taken aback, not expecting Ye Fan to arrive so soon. A faint smile immediately appeared on his face.
"Wang Ping, you may go attend to your duties now."
Glancing at Ye Fan, Mr. Cao then said to the young man.
Wang Ping nodded quickly and respectfully withdrew.
"How is it, Ye Fan? Have you made up your mind?"