"Alright, you can take the person away now, but you must keep me informed about everything concerning Zhao Shengtian afterwards."
After Shen Tianjun hung up the phone, Shen Lang tossed the phone back to Bai Dicheng and said coldly.
"Director Shen, rest assured, we heard what the person on the other end said. We will definitely contact you promptly with any developments," Bai Dicheng replied respectfully, cupping his fist towards Shen Lang.
"Good. I hope you keep your word, otherwise, I'll bring Zhao Shengtian back myself."
Although Shen Lang agreed to Shen Tianjun's request, he was inwardly displeased, hence his curt demeanor towards Bai Dicheng and his subordinates.
"Director Shen, letting them take Zhao Shengtian away? How can this be? This is someone we worked hard to capture!" Yu Youwei exclaimed, her expression changing as Shen Lang agreed to release the prisoner.
"Weiwei, let them take him. As for your concerns, I guarantee they won't become a reality." Shen Lang looked at Bai Dicheng and his group and said coldly, "If they dare to shield Zhao Shengtian or let him die under mysterious circumstances, then I will kill them all and raze the entire organization of Bulangren."
"You..."
Hearing Shen Lang's words, Yan Qing's expression shifted, and she was furious. However, before she could speak, Bai Dicheng interrupted her. "Yan Qing, since Director Shen has agreed to release him, let's take the person and leave now."
Bai Dicheng knew that Shen Lang was not someone to be trifled with, and he was currently seething. If Yan Qing were to provoke Shen Lang at this moment and accidentally enrage him, who knew what might happen. Therefore, preventing a conflict between Yan Qing and Shen Lang and taking the prisoner away promptly was the wisest choice. More importantly, Shen Lang's relationship with Shen Tianjun was so sensitive; offending Shen Lang would be of no benefit to them.
"Shen Lang, I'll remember you. I won't let this go," Yan Qing said coldly to Shen Lang, suppressing her anger as she understood Bai Dicheng's reasoning.
"You won't let me go?" Shen Lang chuckled. "How do you plan not to let me go? Marry me, and then make me your slave for life?"
"Get lost! A dog's mouth never spits out ivory," Yan Qing cursed, seeing Shen Lang's flippant demeanor. She then turned to Zhao Shengtian and said coldly, "Zhao Shengtian, don't wear that smug expression. Leaving here doesn't mean you're in the clear. On the contrary, leaving here is the beginning of your eternal damnation."
"Yan Qing, do you know why no man has liked you all these years?" Zhao Shengtian looked at Yan Qing with a playful smile. "It's because you're too boring and have no charm. My Chu Ge is much better."
*Slap!*
As soon as Zhao Shengtian finished speaking, he received a resounding slap. However, it wasn't Yan Qing who struck him; it was Shen Lang.
"Shen Lang, how dare you hit me?"
Being slapped twice in succession, even Zhao Shengtian, with his calm demeanor and unfathomable depth of scheming, was enraged. He glared at Shen Lang and said.
"What is this 'your Chu Ge'? Let me tell you, don't spout nonsense. Your engagement ceremony with Chu Ge was unsuccessful. There's no relationship between you. Remember, Chu Ge has nothing to do with you."
"Shen Lang, it seems you like Chu Ge too?" Hearing Shen Lang's words, Zhao Shengtian wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth. "Now I understand why you didn't show up earlier, but chose to appear precisely at my engagement ceremony. You were trying to ruin my engagement."
"But I'm curious, when did you get involved with Chu Ge?"
Shen Lang smiled upon hearing this. "Zhao Shengtian is here, and it has nothing to do with you. Rather than these matters, you should focus on how you're going to navigate the path ahead."
"Don't worry, I won't let you off. No matter where you go, I won't let you off," Zhao Shengtian said coldly, his eyes like those of a viper.
"Alright, then we'll see."
After Zhao Shengtian finished speaking, Yan Qing and the other two quickly escorted Zhao Shengtian away.
"Director Shen, they've taken him away. How are we going to explain this to Old Song?" After Yan Qing, Bai Dicheng, and the others left, Yu Youwei looked at Shen Lang with a worried expression. "If Old Song finds out, we'll probably have to shed a layer of skin."
"Don't worry, I'll explain it personally to my uncle. If that doesn't work, I'll push it all onto my father, and let their fellow disciples sort it out themselves." Shen Lang had already devised a plan and said with a smile.
"Director Shen, you're truly cunning," Yu Youwei chuckled upon hearing Shen Lang's words. However, since Shen Lang had already thought of a solution, Yu Youwei no longer had to worry about him.
Fifteen minutes later, Shen Lang walked out of the detention area and got into his car to return to the villa. While driving, Song Shadao called.
"Shen Lang, I was in a meeting earlier and my phone was turned off. Did you call me?" Song Shadao got straight to the point, revealing the purpose of his call.
"Uncle, it's like this..." Hearing Song Shadao's words, Shen Lang recounted everything that had just happened to him in detail.
"Is that so?" Hearing Shen Lang's account, Song Shadao spoke, "It seems the matter of Zhao Shengtian has alarmed the higher-ups, and even the ever-so-aloof Bulangren have stepped in. Fine, since Bulangren is involved, we don't need to concern ourselves with it anymore."
"Zhao Shengtian is a hot potato. Now that Bulangren has taken over, it might not be a bad thing," Song Shadao said with a smile. "As for your father, I'll settle accounts with him later."
"Good, Uncle. I'm glad you're not angry," Shen Lang said, finally relieved. "Uncle, I have another question."
"You want to ask about Bulangren, don't you?" Song Shadao guessed Shen Lang's thoughts immediately.
"Uncle, you're brilliant; nothing escapes your wise eyes." Shen Lang continued, "What kind of organization is Bulangren? They're all so arrogant, acting as if they hold the imperial sword and can execute anyone without prior permission."
"They truly hold the imperial sword and can execute anyone without prior permission." Song Shadao replied, "Bulangren has another name, a name you've surely heard of: the Dragon Guarding Manor."
"The Dragon Guarding Manor was established over a hundred years ago. Its mission has always been to protect the Dragon Kingdom, and it has rendered countless meritorious services. Later, it changed its name to what is now known as Bulangren."
"Kid, Bulangren has a very deep foundation. If it's not absolutely necessary, I advise you not to make an enemy of Bulangren, understand?"
Hearing his uncle express such apprehension towards Bulangren, Shen Lang's expression shifted.