On the vast, empty grounds, the middle-aged man touched the fresh blood trickling from his neck, momentarily stunned. He hadn’t expected to survive after the dagger had slashed across his throat…
“You’re not going to kill me?” His eyes flickered with disbelief. The corner of his mouth twitched violently as a faint glimmer of life returned to his once-empty gaze.
“Do you really want to die? Lucky for you, you didn’t lay a hand on my woman. Otherwise, you wouldn’t even have the chance to speak to me now. I’m only sparing you out of pity—for your loved ones.”
Xiao Yufan’s heart softened slightly. Although a true leader must possess an iron will and ruthless methods, in his eyes, this man didn’t deserve to die—at least not yet. After all, the man hadn’t made a move on his woman, and Xiao Yufan still needed him to deliver a message.
“You’re nothing like those others. But kindness and mercy will never make you a true winner…”
“What I do is my own decision. If you don’t leave now, I can’t promise I won’t change my mind.”
“This is a favor I owe you, and I will repay it someday. Let me give you a warning—Beijing Club runs deeper than you imagine. Don’t think a single moment of glory can rival such a legendary force!”
The middle-aged man wasn’t fearless—he had emotions and desires like any other. Staying here any longer would only make him more uneasy. Only when he heard he could leave did the cold sweat on his back finally begin to subside. He knew clearly that if Xiao Yufan decided to strike, he wouldn’t stand a chance.
“One day, I will crush that legend into dust. Beijing Club? If they dare to touch my woman, I’ll reduce them to nothing…”
A proud, defiant smile curled Xiao Yufan’s lips. His eyes turned cold once more. So the Beijing Club couldn’t even wait any longer? They were clearly too impatient. But if they wanted to play, Xiao Yufan would certainly play along until the end.
A meaningful glint flickered across his eyes. The middle-aged man didn’t linger any further and turned to leave. The group of hooligans behind him also took a few cautious steps back…
“Did I say you could leave?”
Just as the thugs took a couple of steps forward, Xiao Yufan’s eerie voice echoed, causing their feet to freeze instantly.
“Sir, I didn’t mean to kidnap your woman. Please, forgive me. I swear I’ll never dare again. I have elders to care for and children to raise…”
The scar-faced man’s face twisted in pain as he felt the sharp sting in his arm. Right now, all he wanted was to escape. He hadn’t dared to resist in front of the older man, and now facing Xiao Yufan, he didn’t even have the courage to think of running.
“Weren’t you shouting just now, daring to touch my woman? Why are you suddenly so spineless? I hate men without the slightest courage…”
A mocking smile curled Xiao Yufan’s lips. Looking at the other thugs who regarded him with fear, he felt a surge of desire to torment them. Otherwise, his anger would never subside.
“I didn’t recognize your might. I’m a fool, I’m spineless. Just let me go, and I’ll do anything you say…”
Looking at Xiao Yufan’s seemingly harmless smile, the scarred man shivered involuntarily. Though he hadn’t seen this man’s methods firsthand, he could tell—this was no ordinary opponent.
“Do you guys also want to leave?”
Ignoring the scarred man, Xiao Yufan shifted his gaze to the two remaining thugs, his lips curling upward slightly. To them, that smile was no different than a grim reaper’s grin. Still, they nodded frantically.
“As long as you take good care of this friend here, you can all leave unharmed. As for how to take care of him, I’m sure you know exactly what to do. Just remember—be gentle…”
With a sinister grin, Xiao Yufan’s words sent the scarred man into a state of icy dread. Yet he couldn’t even summon the will to resist. The other thugs hesitated for a moment before turning their gazes toward the scarred man.
A howl of pain echoed through the entire empty space. The middle-aged man who had just left paused in shock, then shook his head, feeling a wave of relief at his own fortune…
“It seems like the business world in Beijing is about to become a battlefield of fierce competition!”
Muttering softly, the middle-aged man’s lips curled into a strange arc. If Xiao Yufan had seen that expression at this moment, he would surely have sensed something suspicious. But unfortunately, Xiao Yufan, who had just stepped through the factory gates, missed this scene entirely.
Without glancing at the people outside, Xiao Yufan strode directly into the factory. Qin Menglu was peacefully lying in a corner, completely unbound…
Looking at her, as quiet as a little kitten, Xiao Yufan felt a pang of guilt. If it weren’t for him, these people wouldn’t have kidnapped her. Even if she hadn’t suffered physically, she must have been terrified inside.
He gently scooped Qin Menglu into his arms and walked outside. The loud noises hadn’t woken her at all. It was clear she had been injected with a sedative. Otherwise, she would never be this quiet.
Even when Xiao Yufan carried her into the car, Qin Menglu remained completely unaware, sleeping soundly and peacefully—so peaceful it made Xiao Yufan’s heart ache.
When he returned to the villa, Tian Xuan and Yu Yihan were still waiting outside. They hadn’t closed their eyes for an entire day and night. When Xiao Yufan brought Qin Menglu back, the tension in their hearts finally eased.
“What’s wrong with Menglu? Why isn’t she reacting at all?”
Yu Yihan looked at the peacefully sleeping Qin Menglu in Xiao Yufan’s arms, puzzled. She didn’t know what had happened. Ever since Xiao Yufan left, she had waited anxiously, fearing any unexpected turn of events involving the two people most important to her.
“She’s probably just too tired. Let her rest and she’ll be fine. Both of you should go inside and rest as well. You must be exhausted after waiting so long.”
His warm fingers gently brushed across her smooth, jade-like face. Xiao Yufan’s eyes softened. Fortunately, Qin Menglu had come out unharmed this time. Otherwise, he would never forgive himself. At the same time, his hatred for the Beijing Club deepened even further.
“One day, when I crush you beneath my feet, I’ll make you pay for every debt you owe…”
The surrounding air seemed to freeze slightly with Xiao Yufan’s cold whisper. Tian Xuan and Yu Yihan both sensed the fleeting, powerful aura emanating from him…
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