In the private room upstairs, the Liu Bingxue sisters had resolved their differences, and the atmosphere was now harmonious and warm as spring.
Downstairs, Chu Lingtian sat at a table, waiting for Brother Peng to bring his men. He had no intention of leaving today and wanted to see what the other party had in mind.
A few minutes later, a middle-aged man wearing sunglasses, followed by dozens of subordinates, barged in aggressively. Beside the middle-aged man was the owner of the Black Panther Boxing Gym, Brother Bao.
Chu Lingtian glanced at Brother Bao, a faint smile playing on his lips, appearing calm and collected. It seemed Wang Haiyang was indeed the protector of these scoundrels, otherwise, Brother Bao wouldn't have been released so quickly.
Brother Bao shot Chu Lingtian a fierce glare and walked over, his eyes filled with murderous intent. "Kid, you didn't expect me to be out so soon, did you!" Brother Bao said angrily. "You thought you could handle me in Dachang City, what a pipe dream!" "I didn't die last time, and today you're going to meet the King of Hell!" Brother Bao's arrogance was palpable, as if Chu Lingtian were already a dead man.
Chu Lingtian chuckled, "You're speaking too soon. We'll see who dies here today!" "Screw you, I'm going to kill you today!" With that, Brother Bao was about to lead his men to teach Chu Lingtian a lesson.
Just then, the middle-aged man wearing sunglasses spoke up. "Black Panther, wait a moment before you act!" Brother Bao retorted angrily, "Brother Peng, I can't wait a second longer! This bastard destroyed our underground casino last time, causing Brother Long a huge financial loss!" "If I don't tear this kid to shreds today, I won't be satisfied!"
Chu Lingtian instantly confirmed the middle-aged man's identity; it must be Jin Peng, one of Brother Long's trusted subordinates. Jin Peng said unhurriedly, "I told you, why can't you change your hot temper! The Dragon Country is a society governed by law, and we should strive to be law-abiding citizens!" "This kid just killed two people. As good citizens, we should naturally call the police and let them handle the case!" His voice was deep and magnetic, calm and unruffled, as if everything were under his control.
Even with a face like a pig's head, Brother Bao understood Jin Peng's meaning. Wang Haiyang was one of their men. If Chu Lingtian were thrown into prison, he'd surely have a worse fate than death, which was much more interesting.
*Bang!* Brother Bao slapped his forehead and smiled, "Brother Peng is right. As good citizens, we should indeed abide by the law!" "I'll call the police right now, immediately!" Brother Bao smilingly dialed Wang Haiyang's number. He wasn't afraid of Chu Lingtian knowing their connection, as Chu Lingtian was definitely finished this time. The dead wouldn't talk!
"Hello, Director Wang? I've apprehended a murderer here, could you bring your men over!" Brother Bao said.
Wang Haiyang said coldly, "You've just been released. Don't act ostentatiously, lest people gossip. And don't cause me any more trouble later!" With that, he was about to hang up.
"I'm with Brother Peng!" Hearing that Jin Peng was also present, Wang Haiyang immediately said, "I understand. Keep an eye on the suspect, I'll be there shortly!" Jin Peng was a favored subordinate of Brother Long, and Wang Haiyang dared not slight him. Brother Long was currently having Jin Peng help him with connections to get transferred to the provincial department as the second-in-command. For this reason alone, Wang Haiyang had to treat him like a master.
Chu Lingtian had expected them to be more discreet, but they openly called Wang Haiyang. He knew Wang Haiyang was unlikely to dare make a move against him. However, with Jin Peng present, as soon as Wang Haiyang heard he was there, he'd come right over. What if Jin Peng, in desperation, ordered Wang Haiyang to eliminate him? Wang Haiyang might actually go through with it.
Upstairs were the sisters Liu Bingxue and Liu Huohuo. To be safe, Chu Lingtian took out his phone and made a call.
"Mr. Chu, what can I do for you?" Chu Lingtian said leisurely, "I'm at the Violet Orchid Restaurant in the west of Dachang City. I'm in a bit of trouble now. Can you send over a company of men?" "Of course, no problem. I'll lead the team myself immediately!" "You don't have to. Just have your deputy bring the men!" With that, Chu Lingtian hung up.
Jin Peng called for backup, and so would he. Jin Peng called the director of the police bureau, Wang Haiyang. Chu Lingtian called the father of Xiao Lengyue. After hanging up, Commander Xiao immediately found his deputy. "Deputy Zhou, you will immediately lead a company of men to the Violet Orchid Restaurant. Mr. Chu is there. You must ensure Mr. Chu's safety!" Deputy Zhou nodded quickly and turned to leave.
"I wonder who has the guts to offend Mr. Chu!" Commander Xiao stood up from his chair and then sat down again. "No, I must lead the team myself!" Commander Xiao took two steps and stopped. Chu Lingtian had told him not to come. He dared not disobey Chu Lingtian's orders. Commander Xiao had already learned about Chu Lingtian's identity through his network of contacts. He couldn't afford to offend him, couldn't afford to offend him! The men of the Wolf Warriors Assault Brigade, even an ordinary soldier, were not to be trifled with. The soldiers of the Wolf Warriors Assault Brigade were all followed by the word "King." There were hundreds of people like the Commander of the Dachang Military Region in the Dragon Country, but the "Soldier Kings" were rare. The Dragon Country had military regions in every relatively large city.
"Never mind, I'll go and wait outside, just not enter the scene! That way, I won't be disobeying orders!" Commander Xiao immediately put on his military uniform and then caught up with Deputy Zhou, heading to the Violet Orchid Restaurant together.
Inside the restaurant, there was no tense atmosphere of imminent conflict, but rather a seemingly harmonious one. Jin Peng and Brother Bao smiled at Chu Lingtian, who now had two lives on his hands and was surely doomed. Wang Haiyang personally leading the arrest of the murderer would also allow him to show his face in the Dachang City media tomorrow, which would greatly benefit his transfer. Jin Peng thought of this very point, which was why he had asked Wang Haiyang to lead the team personally.
"What would you like to eat? What would you like to drink? Order whatever you like, it's my treat! You won't have another chance otherwise!" Jin Peng said with a slight smile. Chu Lingtian was not being polite. He was a bit hungry, so it was best to fill his stomach first. Chu Lingtian ordered a pile of food and began to eat. His expression was relaxed, and his eyes were as calm as a deep well. Jin Peng, seeing him like this, felt a bit of admiration for Chu Lingtian.
"Not bad, quite spirited! To be so calm when going to jail and about to face a firing squad, you're a true man!" Jin Peng said with a smile. As he spoke, a dozen heavily armed police officers rushed in from outside. Bringing up the rear was the police chief, Wang Haiyang.