Inside the bar, the bright lights and lively music, along with the energetic female DJ, heightened the atmosphere.
Inside the private room, a man with a mustache stared at a suitcase full of red bills in front of him without saying a word. He waved his hand, and a henchman behind him immediately placed a wine glass in his hand and poured champagne into it.
"Master Guan, as long as you allow me to sell things here, all of these are yours." Across from him, a bald man winked at the man with a mustache: "And I guarantee this is definitely not the first time. I'll split it 30/70 with you, not 40/60."
Guan Nianshan didn't speak. He held a champagne glass in one hand and a string of Buddhist prayer beads in the other, his eyes filled with a gloomy look as he looked at the bald man.
“Brother Guan, running a bar in such a remote place is a small business, but it’s incredibly profitable.” Seeing that Guan Nianshan didn’t speak, the bald man gritted his teeth and said, “How about we split it 50/50?”
“You can sell anything here, except this.” Guan Nianshan put the champagne in his hand on the table and pointed to a bag of white powder in the middle of several small bags, saying, “I can cooperate with you on everything else, but not this.”
"Master Guan, this is the one that makes the most money." The bald man's face immediately darkened.
“Some money can be made, some can’t. I can live if I make other kinds of money, but if I make this kind of money and get caught, I won’t survive.” Guan Nianshan sneered, “Just because I’m heartless doesn’t mean I’m stupid. Knowing I’ll lose my life and still going for it…”
Before the bald man could say anything more, the door was suddenly pushed open.
A bodyguard dressed in black hurried in and whispered a few words in Guan Nianshan's ear, causing Guan Nianshan to frown.
Downstairs, Shi Yin and Ye Shaoheng were stopped as soon as they entered. The reason was simple: Ye Shaoheng was dressed too formally, which immediately raised suspicions, not to mention Shi Yin standing next to him.
Not only did he lack any of the hazy charm that would allow him to blend into the revelry, but his cold and aloof demeanor made him look more like someone looking for trouble.
The two made no attempt to conceal their intentions and headed straight for the stairs leading to the private rooms on the second floor. Sure enough, just as they reached the top of the stairs, a burly man blocked their way from the crowd of revelers.
This big guy was tall and burly, with broad shoulders and a thick waist. The fat on his face twitched with his angry expression. He rubbed his hands together like flies, and his cheeks kept twitching, as if he was licking the vegetable leaves off his teeth.
Who taught him that expression?
Does he realize that he not only lacks any deterrent power, but also looks quite sleazy?
Ye Shaoheng remained silent, feeling deeply ashamed that his fellow man had acted in this way.
"Stop right there, don't go any further." The big guy clenched his fists and cracked his knuckles. "Our boss is in the middle of business, he doesn't have time to see outsiders."
"Your boss is discussing business. Do you know who I am?" Ye Shaoheng pointed to himself. "Have you seen me on TV?"
"What are you watching TV for? What do you have to do with TV? Get out of here." With that, the big guy shoved Ye Shaoheng on the shoulder.
Ye Shaoheng was over 1.8 meters tall with a well-proportioned build, but this big guy was clearly a professional thug. He was not only strong but also half a head taller than Ye Shaoheng, looking almost two meters tall.
"Wow? He looks down on you?" Shi Yin stood to the side with her arms crossed, raising her eyebrows. Ye Shaoheng actually heard a hint of provocation in Shi Yin's calm tone.
Ye Shaoheng's eyes widened in surprise.
He stared in disbelief at Shi Yin, who seemed completely unconcerned.
Didn't she bring me here?
Shi Yin's eyes were mocking, as if she really was just there to watch the show. But when Ye Shaoheng looked at the arrogant big guy, his anger rose immediately.
Ye Shaoheng's anger level increased by 1.
"Boss? How dare someone call themselves boss in this place?" Ye Shaoheng laughed angrily. "Do you even know who's in charge of this place?"
"I don't care who's in charge here. This is our boss's territory, and our boss calls the shots." The big guy clenched his fist and waved it in front of Ye Shaoheng: "You dare to cause trouble on our turf? You're asking for trouble."
"Wow." Shi Yin's voice came again from the side: "Did you hear that? This is our territory now."
Ye Shaoheng: "..."
You don't have to say anything.
Rage level increased.
Ye Shaoheng clenched his fists and repeated the phrase "Public officials must never resort to violence in private" a hundred times in his mind before he could barely calm himself down.
But before Ye Shaoheng could say anything, before he could even begin to argue, he felt a dark shadow flash by.
Ye Shaoheng instinctively raised his arm to block, and a slap landed on his arm.
Ye Shaoheng was stunned. If he hadn't raised his hand to block, he would probably have been spun around three times by now.
Is there no law anymore? Is there no justice left?
The apocalypse hasn't happened yet!! What the hell!!
"Sigh, he doesn't respect you at all." Shi Yin continued to stir things up: "Look, he even slapped your nose."
Ye Shaoheng: "...Hiss..."
Ye Shaoheng turned to look at Shi Yin. He really couldn't understand how a person with a blank expression and a serious demeanor could say something so provocative.
Look at that expression, as cold as ice.
Look at those eyes; they hold an icy chill within.
Look at that little mouth... it would be better if it didn't grow at all.
Ye Shaoheng gritted his teeth, turned around and took two steps forward. Just as the big guy was about to make a move, Ye Shaoheng moved as fast as lightning.
A basic attack landed a critical hit, a single punch sent the big guy to his sleep.
The movements are crisp, swift, and decisive, and have a remarkable effect on treating insomnia.
It's clear that this big guy was awake when he wasn't unconscious.
"Damn it, whose territory is this? Say it again!" Ye Shaoheng kicked the big guy in the shoulder. If his superiors heard this, he would definitely get a scolding.
Looking up, Shi Yin had already bypassed the big guy and walked up the stairs.
"Hey, hey, Sister Yin, wait for me!" Ye Shaoheng took off chasing after her: "Hey, aren't you pretty good too? Why are you pushing me up there?"
"Hey, wait for me! Why are you walking so fast?"
"You still haven't answered me, Sister Yin. Even though I call you 'sister,' you can't push your luck, or I'll lose face."
Ye Shaoheng followed Shi Yin, jumping up and down.
"Sis, sis? Say something! Why did you come today? I'm willing to fight for you, but please don't tell anyone about this."
"Sister Yin, are we still going to fight later? Can we not fight? We're still living in a civilized society, why don't we talk this out? What are we here for? If we really cause trouble... Ouch!"
Ye Shaoheng was still chattering away when Shi Yin suddenly stopped. Caught off guard, Ye Shaoheng bumped into her head, almost hitting her on the head.
What's wrong again?
Ye Shaoheng followed Shi Yin's gaze and quickly shut his mouth.
The two men in front of him were smoking and puffing away, each holding a small sealed bag. Ye Shaoheng could see the white powder inside from a distance.
Are you tired of living?!
Ye Shaoheng immediately bristled, but after taking only two steps, Shi Yin grabbed his shoulder.
Ye Shaoheng was a skilled fighter; he was the top-ranked soldier in his company back in the army, even the instructors couldn't beat him. Now, with Shi Yin's small hand pressing down, Ye Shaoheng couldn't break free at all, and even took a step back and almost fell.
Ye Shaoheng wanted to speak, but Shi Yin gave him a cold look, and Ye Shaoheng immediately shut up and remained silent.
Honestly, what kind of skill is it to bully him?
If you're so capable, go find his grandfather...
Ye Shaoheng was depressed.
In the corridor, the two men exchanged small bags, smiled at each other, and walked away arm in arm. Shi Yin then let go of Ye Shaoheng's shoulder and followed with Ye Shaoheng into the innermost private room.
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