Chapter 21: Passing Strangers in Life

A man stepped out from the first carriage, brandishing a submachine gun with an air of arrogance. He sported a thick beard, wore black sunglasses, and was dressed in a black suit.

“That guy’s got a death wish. Doesn’t he know better than to cause trouble here?” The man was momentarily stunned—how could so many fully armed people suddenly appear, all pointing their weapons at him?

“Boss, it’s them causing trouble. Let’s just finish them off,” a subordinate said, utterly unfazed.

“Damn you and your whole family! How are we supposed to finish them off with all those weapons pointed at us? Are you blind?” The bearded boss nearly exploded with rage at his underling’s stupidity.

“Boss, I’ve got their leader under control,” another thug declared, aiming his gun at Luffy with a cocky grin.

“You could’ve said that sooner.” The bearded boss turned and sneered at Luffy. “So, you’re their leader?”

“That’s right. I am their leader,” Luffy replied calmly, eyeing the bearded man with a hint of amusement. This guy was almost comical.

“Well, then, tell them to drop their weapons. Do you want to die?” The boss roared at Luffy, his submachine gun leveled at him.

“Whether they want to drop their weapons is up to them. But you’d best get on your knees and beg for mercy, or you’ll regret it,” Luffy shrugged nonchalantly.

“That’s right. You’ll regret it. Our boss isn’t as simple as you think,” Zeng Hongsen said, full of admiration for Luffy. The guns meant nothing to him; these thugs were courting d