In the underworld, it’s all about the strong claiming respect. These Hong Sect brothers joined with dreams of standing out and being proud, naturally they’re not keen on following a Boss with no capability...

Lin Feng subdued Bai Zhongshi in just two moves, evidently showcasing impressive skills!

Although most of these newly joined brothers are novices, they at least understood that the seemingly frail Lin Feng effortlessly defeated the robust Bai Zhongshi, which was enough!

Bai Yuanshan noticed that Lin Feng was holding back; that kick looked fierce, but Bai Zhongshi, being someone trained to the third level of Inner Strength, would not be severely injured by a single kick.

"Lin Feng, this guy’s been taught a lesson by you, let’s end it here..." Bai Yuanshan didn’t want the opening of Lin Feng’s Martial Hall to be marred by an ugly scene, and he also worried that Lin Feng might become enemies with the third leader!

Being the uncle of the third leader hall master Bai Youxian, Bai Yuanshan naturally understood his nephew’s protective nature. If Bai Youxian and Lin Feng got into a fight, it would be laughable...

Seeing that they were in such a public setting, with many media reporters discreetly filming, Lin Feng decided not to dispute further with Bai Zhongshi; whatever the case, he had to give Bai Yuanshan some face.

At this moment, Zhu Xiuyue led Dachen and a dozen security guards, carrying two large boxes from the Martial Hall...

The Hong Sect brothers in the lineup weren’t fools, each looked eager, craning their necks to focus intently on the money boxes beside Zhu Xiuyue, their eyes filled with anticipation.

Meanwhile, those who had left the lineup watched curiously, discussing among themselves...

"Those boxes couldn’t be filled with money, right?"

"Not likely, those are such large boxes... just how much money would that be?"

"Is he really that generous?"

The group that left the lineup was a mixture of curious, mocking, and vaguely envious. Sadly, they could only watch the spectacle from the sidelines.

"Brother Feng, the two million in cash is all here..." Zhu Xiuyue whispered nervously to Lin Feng, despite having control over more than twenty million in funds, it was the first time bringing so much cash out. Seeing dozens of people around eyeing them, Zhu Xiuyue instinctively worried about potential ill intentions.

"Have them open the money boxes..." Lin Feng casually instructed.

"Open them?!" Zhu Xiuyue’s face grew more tense; carrying the money boxes out was already stressful, opening them in front of so many people, could something go wrong?!

Lin Feng turned to look at Zhu Xiuyue, smiling to reassure her, "Don’t worry... just do as I say!"

"Alright then..." Zhu Xiuyue nodded upon hearing Lin Feng’s words, "Dachen, open the money boxes..."

At this moment, Dachen and another guard holding the boxes nodded cautiously, lifted the boxes single-handedly, and with two snaps, opened the lids to reveal the contents to everyone present...

"Wow..."

As gasps of amazement arose, the majority of people present focused their gazes on Dachen and the other guard’s boxes, eyes gleaming at the sight of red banknotes inside...

The Hong Sect brothers standing in the lineup smiled with great satisfaction; they knew Lin Feng was about to distribute money. Instantly, they stood upright, fearing any deviation might suggest to Lin Feng that they were not up to standard...

"Brothers, today is our first meeting. Nowadays, everyone knows how rare talent is, especially those loyal and faithful are even rarer! Since all of you brothers have just come to join my Thirteenth Hall, and have given me such respect by choosing to stay, I appreciate this kindness. At the same time, I want to tell you that I, Lin Feng, am not a stingy person..." Lin Feng addressed the dozen men in the lineup, "I now announce that every brother joining from another hall to my Thirteenth Hall will receive a twenty thousand yuan welcoming gift..."

"Twenty thousand!" The Hong Sect brothers in the lineup widened their eyes and grinned; twenty thousand might not seem like a lot, but as a mere welcoming gift, the new Boss was indeed generous! Following him surely promised a prosperous future!

Those who had left the lineup began to look notably sullen, casting envious, jealous, and resentful glances at those who were colleagues mere minutes ago yet now each had twenty thousand credited to them, while they had nothing...

Seeing Lin Feng’s forceful action earlier had made them regret missing out on such a formidable Boss; now, their hearts ached at the sight... Who would’ve thought this new leader not only could fight but was also wealthy, and most importantly, generous!

Unfortunately, there’s no such medicine for regret in this world, and Lin Feng wouldn’t accommodate brothers who openly rejected him once. In front of those people, amidst their envious, jealous, hateful looks, Lin Feng personally reached into the money boxes, pulled out thick stacks of cash, and handed out two bundles to each new brother who joined the Martial Hall...

At this moment, behind her sunglasses, Xu Jing looked at Lin Feng with eyes full of curiosity; it was her first time seeing this side of Lin Feng, so different from his usual lax demeanor at school. He knew how to establish authority with Heavy Fist among newcomers and also understood how to use money to win hearts. This was definitely not the naive, slightly lecherous student but rather a sly old fox who had long been mingling in the underworld... Yet, Xu Jing had to admit, such a Lin Feng indeed looked charismatic and compelling!

"Kid, now you know... when I said Lin Feng isn’t simple, I meant it! Plus, just think of how young he still is, his future accomplishments are bound to be extraordinary. If you miss out on him, you’re sure to regret it..." Xu Yishan observed Xu Jing’s changing expressions and spoke with a chuckle, "Seize the opportunity well!"

Upon hearing Xu Yishan bring up this topic again in public, Xu Jing’s face slightly reddened, "Grandpa, what are you babbling about..."

"Haha, just treat it as my babbling..." Xu Yishan knew the setting wasn’t quite right, so he chuckled lightly and didn’t pursue the matter further.

On the other side, seeing Lin Feng, without blinking, distribute over four hundred thousand in cash, the guards carrying the money boxes couldn’t help feeling a bit envious. Although Lin Feng’s wages were relatively high within the industry in Jiangzhou, compared to those incoming folks receiving cash equivalent to several months’ wages, they felt a mix of envy, jealousy, and resentment!

Lin Feng naturally noticed this situation; understanding the principle of not fearing scarcity but imbalance...

Without much ado, Lin Feng took out cash again from the money boxes and handed two bundles to each guard...