A spacious office featured a wall covered with screens.
These screens displayed various scenes separately.
The largest screen in the center showed the image of a fighting ring.
At this moment, the ring was empty, but the area around it was packed with spectators, their faces filled with excitement. Some were even shouting loudly.
It gave one a sense of exhilaration.
*Knock, knock.*
The office door was knocked.
"Come in."
As the voice faded, the office door was pushed open from the outside.
"Boss."
A burly man with arms thicker than an ordinary person's thigh entered.
As the large and luxurious office chair swiveled around, a man with gold-rimmed glasses, looking refined and gentle like a middle school teacher, was seated in it.
The man held a large cigar between his index and middle fingers, puffing on it.
He placed the cigar in the ashtray and rested his forearms on the desk.
With his right hand, he lightly twirled an emerald ring on his left pinky finger.
"Did that guy Tie Nan agree?"
The man's voice was magnetic and suited his appearance.
The burly man looked up and replied, "Boss, Tie Nan... he refused."
"Good. Since he refused, proceed as I instructed earlier."
A flicker of anger flashed in the man's eyes, but it quickly disappeared.
The burly man standing before him hesitated for a moment before finally speaking, "Boss, Tie Nan might be confused for a moment. Please spare his life. After all, he has done for the company..."
"Shh."
Before the burly man could finish, the man in the boss's chair suddenly stood up and raised a finger, signaling the burly man to be quiet.
Immediately, the room fell silent. The man pushed his chair back and walked over to the burly man.
As he approached, the burly man couldn't help but tremble slightly, appearing very afraid of him.
Anyone unaware of the situation might find it strange.
With a wave of the burly man's palm-like hand, he could easily knock over the lean man before him, yet why was he trembling in fear under his gaze?
"If Tie Nan doesn't agree to lose to his opponent, I'll lose fifty million. Even if I don't care about the fifty million, if everyone starts following suit, tell me, what should I do?"
The man's voice was not loud at all, but to the burly man's ears, it was terrifying.
At this moment, he began to regret why he had pleaded for Tie Nan.
"I'm sorry, boss. I was wrong."
The burly man admitted his mistake directly, without any further words.
The man chuckled, "It's good that you know your mistake. You may leave."
As his words fell, the burly man's heart, which had been in his throat, finally settled. He let out a long sigh, bowed, and only straightened up after leaving the office.
When he touched his back, it was completely soaked in sweat.
...
On the second basement level, the most prominent feature was the fighting ring in the center.
It was enclosed by sturdy ropes forming a square, about half a meter off the ground.
At this time, many people were seated around the ring, all with excited expressions.
"I've only ever watched boxing matches on TV, but I never imagined the atmosphere here would be so far beyond what television can offer. It's making me feel quite pumped up."
Fang Chao looked at the crowd around the ring and couldn't help but exclaim.
Du Fei, though not feeling particularly pumped up, was also surprised by the fiery atmosphere.
After showing their tickets to the person checking them at the entrance, Du Fei and Fang Chao were led to Zone A, closest to the ring.
Indeed, the money was well spent. From Zone A, the most expensive seating area, they had a clear view of the ring.
"Good evening, ladies and gentlemen."
A man in a suit and tie, holding a microphone, walked to the center of the ring.
"My friends, tonight will be a battle of the century. Our undefeated champion with thirty-six consecutive wins, Tie Nan, will face his strongest opponent, a Muay Thai master!"
As he finished, the audience erupted in a stir.
Seeing that his words had successfully stirred the crowd's emotions, the host immediately announced, "The match is about to begin. Please take a short break and enjoy a performance."
A group of sexy, curvaceous, and incredibly charming beauties walked onto the center of the ring.
As the explosive and passionate music began, these beauties started a lively dance.
Their choreography seemed meticulously planned, with every move filled with allure, captivating the audience.
With their beautiful faces, good figures, and professional dancing skills, some of the men with weaker willpower were already dry-mouthed and eager to do something after the dance.
However, most people, after watching this performance, were filled with anticipation for the upcoming boxing match.
After the warm-up dance concluded, the scantily clad beauties did not leave, but instead moved into the audience seating area.
As they approached, Du Fei and Fang Chao realized that the reason the hot beauties hadn't left was because the boxing match organizers had specifically arranged it.
Through these beauties, the audience could place bets on the boxers they favored.
Although betting was allowed before the match, the organizers were clearly experienced and knew that some spectators would only make their betting decisions just before the match was about to start.
Indeed, as soon as the beauties finished their dance, they approached the spectators. How many men could resist?
Consequently, those who hadn't bet yet, rushed to place their wagers.
Even Fang Chao joined in.
"Du Fei, want to place a bet for fun? Who do you like? I'll pay."
After placing his bet, Fang Chao looked at Du Fei beside him.
There were both experienced and new spectators in the audience.
For the new viewers, the organizers had prepared well, creating brochures with the fighters' profiles, which were distributed to everyone upon entry.
Du Fei and Fang Chao each received a copy.
Fang Chao, in reality, hadn't paid much attention. He simply chose to support the Chinese fighter.
"Never mind, I'll just watch."
Du Fei waved his hand, indicating he wasn't interested.
Seeing this, Fang Chao didn't insist. He then handed his placed bet to the attractive beauty beside him.
"Handsome, you're already here, why not try your luck? You look like someone of extraordinary status."
Half of these stunning beauties had entered Zone A to solicit bets. After all, the ticket prices in Zone A were several times that of Zone B, meaning those seated here were wealthy and influential.
So, the beautiful woman smiled and said in a sweet voice, trying to persuade him.
However, Du Fei had already made up his mind and remained unmoved.
Seeing that her charm offensive had failed, the beauty dejectedly turned to others.
"Du Fei, you're too heartless. Didn't you see how disappointed the beauty was when she left? Ah, you really don't know how to cherish a fair maiden."
Fang Chao said to Du Fei, watching the beauty's retreating figure.
Du Fei glanced at Fang Chao. "Since you feel sorry for her, why didn't you just bet more yourself? With your net worth, you could even sponsor this entire match."