"Always second place, still looking for trouble?" Luo Shiliu's tone was full of playful mockery.

The phrase "always second best" is a blatant satire of the fact that Hu Biao is always outdone by Xiao Cheng in the eyes of the big boss.

Even though Hu Biao replaced his team this time, he still couldn't cover up the well-known humiliation.

Bringing so many people here is a joke, especially with Xiao Cheng's disdainful look, which makes the arrogant Hu Biao look like a clown.

"Enough with the nonsense!" Before the Joker could even get angry, his henchmen fired off: "The past is the past, the present is the present, and here, Brother Biao is the one who calls the shots!"

"Pay the opening fee if you're required to; no one is exempt. If you don't have the money, pack your things and get out!"

Behind them, a group of burly men in black stood expressionless; their job was simply to carry out their tasks, with steel pipes striking the ground in coordination.

His bluffing is just like Hu Biao's.

Wang Hao mocked without any politeness: "No money, but if you want to fight, then fight! You still call yourself Brother Biao? Did you get your knocked-out front tooth back in place last time? Have you forgotten what our sister-in-law said about you being a defeated opponent? Trash is trash, and a defeated opponent will always be a defeated opponent. What gives you the right to bark and yell like that!"

As soon as the words "defeated opponent" were uttered, Hu Biao's arrogant demeanor vanished, and his face turned pale and then red.

Xiao Cheng laughed, and repeated Bai Lu's words with great interest: "A defeated opponent."

The man spoke disdainfully of Hu Biao, showing great appreciation for the term "defeated opponent," and his approving tone infuriated Hu Biao: "Xiao Cheng, everyone knows the rules of the underworld. If you don't want to open today and close today, you'd better be sensible!"

The younger brother loudly echoed, "Don't you know how many people you have? We have so many! What happened last time won't happen again. If you know what's good for you, hurry up and pay up and get things done according to the rules, or we'll shut you down in three minutes!"

A number of passersby had already gathered around, but they dared not get too close and watched from a distance.

Some watched the spectacle with amusement, while others sighed with sympathy, lamenting how pitiful the appliance store was, having to close down so soon after opening.

The two sides were not evenly matched in numbers, and their bare hands were no match for the steel pipes; closing the door was inevitable.

It's such a waste that so many new TVs were smashed.

Looking at Xiao Chengcai's group of ten opposite him, Hu Biao's face revealed a smug look of satisfaction at the imminent revenge.

Xiao Cheng had humiliated him so badly last time, making him unable to hold his head up in this area. He wouldn't be able to quell his hatred without giving Xiao Cheng a profound lesson.

If he doesn't take revenge and get his revenge, how will he ever show his face in Pingcheng again? Everyone knows that he has been trampled underfoot by Xiao Cheng again, and they all think he is easy to bully. Who will respect him anymore?

Not only do his subordinates dislike him, but his superiors also treat him as a pawn, discarding him at will.

Hu Biao brought so many people here today because he wanted to win this battle and re-establish his position in Pingcheng.

Let everyone know who is the boss of Pingcheng and who can rule Pingcheng.

Only him—Hu Biao!

Xiao Cheng had promised Bai Lu that he would not act rashly in public, as it would ruin his reputation.

Last night before going to bed, Bailu also subtly told him that today was the opening of the new store, a very auspicious day, and that it was not a good day to see anything related to "red" (in Chinese culture), nor was it a good day to argue with petty people.

Customers avoid petty people; if they encounter one, they'll definitely go around them. When you open a business, having customers is the most important thing.

Only when everything goes well can wealth and prosperity be attracted, and a bright future be achieved with a constant flow of riches.

Xiao Cheng understood and agreed with the meaning of "White Dew".

But judging from Hu Biao's actions today, he certainly won't leave easily without making a scene.

It's fine to not take action in public, but closing the door is another way to resolve the issue.

"Since you want rules, then come inside and talk." A cold, cruel ruthlessness surged in Xiao Cheng's abyss-like eyes.

"No way!" Xiao Dazhuang had followed Xiao Cheng for so long, even the slowest-witted Xiao Dazhuang knew that going into the store would lead to trouble.

He darted forward and blocked the shop entrance.

Emboldened by Bai Lu's boldness, he refused to let Xiao Cheng and everyone else into the store: "No one is allowed to come in."

Xiao Dazhuang was not good at speaking or persuading people, so he just said whatever came to mind: "Brother Cheng, let's talk things out."

Upon hearing this, Wang Hao knew it wasn't a nice thing to say, so he strode over and grabbed the person, saying, "What's so nice about it? Can't you see someone who needs a lesson? What are you doing blocking the doorway? Get out of the way!"

Xiao Dazhuang wouldn't budge, even under Xiao Cheng's cold stare; his tall, strong frame stood straight, blocking the doorway.

No matter how hard Wang Hao pulled, it wouldn't budge.

Luo Shiliu was shocked for 0.1 seconds by the honest man's audacious behavior: "What are you doing? Are you planning a rebellion?"

Xiao Dazhuang shook his head vigorously, not daring to look at Xiao Cheng: "You can talk outside if you have something to discuss, you can't come into the store."

"Why can't we go in?" Zhang San and Li Si asked together. "Are you afraid of dying?"

"You're the one who's afraid of dying!"

Xiao Dazhuang glared angrily at Zhang San and Li Si with a fierce expression: "I've been with Brother Cheng for so long, when have I ever been afraid?"

"Then why aren't you moving aside? Are you waiting for Brother Cheng to treat you?"

Wang Hao, Luo Shiliu, Zhang San, Li Si, and others suddenly moved and rushed forward to pull Xiao Dazhuang.

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After making her second phone call, Bai Lu went to the police station and told the security guard in the guardhouse that she wanted to report a case.

Following the security guard into the station, he said to the police officer, "Excuse me, could you please see your Chief Liu?"

The police officer noticed that although she was a young girl, her tone was neither humble nor arrogant, and her expression was calm and composed, without the slightest fear or timidity, unlike a delinquent girl who had come to cause trouble.

He then said, "Director Liu isn't here. You can tell us what's on your mind."

Bai Lu said, "I made that call just now. The hideout is in the suburbs, and there's more important information to report to Director Liu. Please inform them."

The officer's expression gradually turned serious. There had indeed been a tip-off call earlier, reporting on the current crackdown, but the caller didn't finish, saying it was inconvenient to discuss the details over the phone and that he would come to the police station to explain the situation in person.

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