"Third Master has a close relationship with the Han family of Jiangbei, even being their subordinate force," Poison Dragon said coldly. "Do you understand now? Why Third Master is so fearless!"
"It was my oversight!" Scarface quickly cupped his fists. "I didn't expect Third Master to be connected to the Han family. No wonder you've been thriving in Jiangbei these past few years!"
"Years ago, I had a grievance with the Lin family," Third Master said coldly. "Now that the opportunity has arrived, I won't let it go easily!"
"Rest assured, Third Master, with his woman in your hands, she absolutely won't cause any trouble," Scarface chuckled. "But when will Third Master deal with the Lin family?"
"With his precious daughter in hand, the Lin family will be easy to handle," Third Master said coldly. "When you took action, you didn't leave any traces, did you?"
"Rest assured, Third Master, there will be absolutely no problems," Scarface chuckled. "As for Miss Lin, I haven't touched a single finger of hers. Everything is done according to Third Master's instructions."
Third Master waved his hand. "You did very well! You may go!"
Scarface paused for a moment, then quickly said with a smile, "Third Master, the person has been brought here. My promised reward..."
"Scarface, aren't you being too presumptuous?"
Poison Dragon said coldly, "Speaking to Third Master like that is very impolite!"
"It was my mistake!" Scarface chuckled awkwardly. "But my men also need to eat. Under normal circumstances, Third Master does owe me a sum!"
"You are correct!" Third Master nodded and smiled. "I asked you to apprehend the person, and you did an excellent job. Naturally, the money won't be short. You go down first, and I'll have Poison Dragon transfer it to you!"
"Thank you, Third Master!" Scarface quickly expressed his gratitude, his face beaming. After all, they made a living by taking money and resolving troubles.
After Scarface left, Poison Dragon looked at Third Master. "Should we take care of him? Just one word from Third Master!"
"No need. He's just a minor character. Give him some money to appease him!" Third Master waved his hand. "Then I'll see if Lin Aotian still has his arrogance from before!"
"Third Master, the Lin family has dispatched many people to search for Miss Lin,"
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"Let them search. Even if they search further, they won't be able to reach here," Poison Dragon said coldly. "This is Third Master's exclusive territory!"
Several men exchanged glances but dared not speak further. However, judging by the Lin family's momentum, they would likely not give up easily.
At this moment, Lin Ke, who was tied to a pillar, also woke up. Looking at the scene before her, she was utterly confused and didn't even know what had happened.
"Miss Lin, you've finally woken up!" Third Master showed a cold smile, slowly stood up, leaning on his cane, and walked towards Lin Ke with a limp.
"I am from the Lin family of Jiangbei. Have you considered the consequences?" Lin Ke said coldly. "If anything happens to me, the Lin family will not let you go."
"As expected of Lin Aotian's daughter, you certainly have courage!" Third Master chuckled coldly. "Back then, I had a feud with Lin Aotian, and he was just as high-spirited."
"Since you have a feud with my father, why did you capture me?" Lin Ke frowned. "You want to use me to threaten my father? Isn't that a bit too blatant!"
"As long as I can achieve my goal, I don't care about such things," Third Master said coldly. "My leg was broken by your father back then. Now that I have his woman, I will make him pay."
Lin Ke, bound as she was, her face gradually turned ashen. She knew all too well that such vengeful people were the most ruthless.
"But you don't need to be afraid. I'm just trying to scare him," Third Master narrowed his eyes. "With your delicate beauty, how could I bear to harm you!"
"You'd better not touch me, or Brother Lu Fan won't let you off!" Lin Ke threatened.
Poison Dragon was unconcerned and slapped her. "You don't know the immensity of heaven and earth, and you dare to threaten Third Master!"
Lin Ke's face turned red, filled with hatred, especially towards Poison Dragon. However, she was tied to the pillar and could not move at all.
"After all, she is Miss Lin. We can't be so reckless," Third Master said with a smile. "Go and notify them now, tell them that his daughter is in my hands!"
Poison Dragon nodded slightly, not daring to say more.
Not long after, Lin Aotian received the news, his eyes reddened. He knew Third Master very well; this man was wicked in every way, and now that they had a feud, Lin Ke falling into his hands would likely not end well.
"Aotian, what did they say over there?" asked Old Madam Lin. "If Lin Ke gets hurt, it will be difficult to explain to Lord Lu!"
"The 'Three-Legged' wants a portion of the Lin family's assets!" Lin Aotian said coldly. "It seems he was well-prepared!"
"Half of the Lin family's assets?" Lin Haitao was stunned. "Eldest Uncle, you absolutely cannot agree to this. This is no joke!"
Lin Aotian remained silent, his mind preoccupied. Half of the assets were of great importance to the Lin family, but in his heart, how could half the assets compare to Lin Ke.
"Aotian, she's just an illegitimate daughter. Don't be foolish," Old Madam Lin advised. "The Lin family was built by you. It must not be easily divided with others!"
"I know the 'Three-Legged' very well. Even if I disagree, Little Ke will surely be in danger!" Lin Aotian stated frankly. "Therefore, I can only agree!"
"Big Brother, this is half of the Lin family's assets. It cannot be treated lightly!" Lin Guoli quickly said. "Please reconsider, Big Brother."
"What belongs to you, I will return to you. But the remaining assets, I will use to save my daughter," Lin Aotian stated frankly.
"Unfilial descendant, simply an unfilial descendant!" Old Madam Lin cursed. "This is the result of several generations of hard work for the Lin family. You want to ruin it like this?"
"It's a matter of life and death!" Lin Aotian said frankly. "I can't manage anything else now!"
As they were conversing, the Lin family members returned to the courtyard dejectedly, having completely failed to find Lin Ke's whereabouts.
Meanwhile, in the Han family courtyard, Lu Fan sat quietly, his expression filled with worry. If anything happened to Lin Ke, he would likely be held responsible.
"Master, rest assured. The Han family has dispatched experts, and they will surely get to the bottom of this," Han Qiushui comforted him. "Once the culprits are found, the Han family will punish them severely."
Lu Fan said nothing more but remained concerned. If he didn't trust the Han family's strength, he wouldn't be waiting here.
After a long while, a man ran in. "Patriarch, it has been confirmed. It was the 'Three-Legged' who did it!"
"The 'Three-Legged'?" Han Qiushui was startled. "Did he truly have the audacity to do such a thing!"
"The 'Three-Legged'?" The Han family head frowned. "Is it the 'Three-Legged' under Qiushui's command?"
"It is him!" The man quickly nodded.