Chapter 839
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Chapter 839 Tearing Off the Facade!
“Of course, there’s still a gap compared to those top families, but at least in Beidu we’re not unknown, and we have a bit of a reputation,” Ouyang Xiuyuan added.
“Hmm, not bad,” Fang Yu said.
“Brother Fang, you probably don’t like discussing these matters either, so let’s talk about something else,” Ouyang Xiuyuan changed the subject and asked, “I heard that recently there have been many incidents in Beidu, even the Beidu Martial Arts Association building was bombed… what exactly happened?”
“Why don’t you ask Huaixu about this?” Fang Yu said, “He should tell you in detail.”
“…Actually, Huaixu and I have been in less and less contact over the past few years,” Ouyang Xiuyuan sighed and said, “I’m quite busy, and so is he. Plus, now that I’m considered a family leader, Huaixu’s identity makes it inappropriate for him to have too much interaction with me, otherwise it could lead to many negative issues.”
“Reasonable,” Fang Yu nodded.
“Brother Fang, I heard that the people who bombed the Beidu Martial Arts Association building were from the so-called Half-Spirit Clan?” Ouyang Xiuyuan asked.
“Yes, I’ve been looking for them recently,” Fang Yu answered, “But they’re hiding very well, and I haven’t been able to locate their headquarters yet.”
“Even Brother Fang can’t find them? It seems this Half-Spirit Clan is more powerful than I imagined,” Ouyang Xiuyuan frowned and said, “Brother Fang, if you need any help, just say the word. The Half-Spirit Clan is so rampant, I’m sure Huaixu is also troubled. I’m willing to share some of his burden.”
“This Yulan Pavilion club I established is now one of the top clubs in Beidu, and people from all levels of Beidu’s martial arts community like to gather here for drinks.”
“Therefore… this place is also an intelligence hub for our Ouyang family.”
“I see…” Fang Yu’s eyes flickered slightly as he said, “Then you’ll need to help me collect all intelligence about the Half-Spirit Clan. Both Huaixu and I need to obtain more information related to them.”
“No problem,” Ouyang Xiuyuan immediately agreed, “Starting today, I’ll have my subordinates focus on this type of intelligence.”
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“Little Sister Rou, lift your head up. We’re not monsters, we won’t eat you,” Zhou Yuan laughed.
Tang Xiaorou still kept her head down, her hands twisted together, her face looking unwell.
“Xiaolu, why is your cousin so uptight?” Liu Tianhao looked at He Xiaolu sitting on his lap and frowned.
He Xiaolu understood clearly what her fiancé meant.
Although they weren’t familiar, Tang Xiaorou was still someone she had brought.
Now Young Master Zeng Xiao seemed to like her very much, but Tang Xiaorou’s response was so cold.
If this continued… Zeng Xiao would definitely be displeased, and might even direct his anger at He Xiaolu and Liu Tianhao.
He Xiaolu stood up, walked over to sit beside Tang Xiaorou, and smiled, “Xiaorou, as I said earlier, everyone here is a friend of my fiancé. They’re all important figures. Getting to know them and communicating with them… will definitely benefit you.”
“Just lift your head and talk to them more.”
“Don’t be nervous, your cousin is right here.”
Hearing these words, Tang Xiaorou raised her eyes, looked at He Xiaolu in front of her, and said softly, “Cousin, I’m not feeling well. I want to go back.”
Hearing this, He Xiaolu’s smile faded, and she immediately glanced at Zeng Xiao.
Seeing that Zeng Xiao had no expression, He Xiaolu turned her gaze back, her tone becoming firmer, saying, “Xiaorou, you were fine just now, how did you suddenly become unwell? You really don’t need to be shy…”
“If you’re not feeling well, then let me take you back. Where do you live?” Zeng Xiao looked at Tang Xiaorou, a slight smile curling at the corner of his mouth.
“Young Master Zeng is willing to take you home! Xiaorou, hurry and thank Young Master Zeng!” He Xiaolu quickly said, “Young Master Zeng’s ride is much more impressive than mine!”
“No need, thank you. I can go back by myself,” Tang Xiaorou stood up, bowed slightly, and then turned to leave.
Zeng Xiao watched Tang Xiaorou’s departing figure, sneered, and said in a low voice, “Stop.”
Tang Xiaorou ignored him and continued walking toward the private room door.
“I told you to stop! Didn’t you hear me?” Zeng Xiao’s tone turned cold as he shouted.
Tang Xiaorou paid no attention and quickened her pace.
He Xiaolu hurriedly caught up and grabbed Tang Xiaorou.
“Let go of me!” Tang Xiaorou said angrily.
“Tang Xiaorou, let me tell you, Young Master Zeng is the young master of the Zeng Financial Group, one of the top ten financial groups in Beidu! If you dare to offend him, your Tang family won’t survive even in Jiangnan, let alone develop in Beidu!” He Xiaolu gripped Tang Xiaorou’s arm tightly and said through gritted teeth, “If you dare to walk out today, you’ll pay a huge price!”
Tang Xiaorou trembled and stood frozen.
She absolutely didn’t want to affect her father’s business because of something like this.
“Since you’ve already come here with your cousin, why pretend to be so pure?” Zhou Yuan took a sip of red wine and said mockingly, “Your act now is just to make Young Master Zeng pay a higher price, right?”
Hearing these words, Tang Xiaorou’s face turned deathly pale!
The previous comments were merely contempt and mockery, but this… was outright insult!
Tang Xiaorou turned around, glared at Zhou Yuan, and said, “What are you saying?”
“I’m saying…” Zhou Yuan sat with one leg crossed over the other, looking unconcerned, about to continue speaking.
“How much do you think you’re worth?” Zeng Xiao asked with his hands in his pockets, wearing a sinister and mocking smile.
“You all… are so low,” Tang Xiaorou said, her face bloodless, not wanting to continue talking with these people, and turned to leave.
“You stop right there!” He Xiaolu grabbed Tang Xiaorou forcefully and shouted.
“Let go!” Tang Xiaorou struggled vigorously.
Grappling with Tang Xiaorou in front of so many people was itself humiliating for He Xiaolu.
So, she became extremely angry and grabbed Tang Xiaorou’s collar with all her might, yanking it hard!
“Rip!”
The threads at the front of Tang Xiaorou’s collar were torn, making a sound.
At the same time, her snow-white neck was scratched by He Xiaolu’s long nails, leaving a bloody mark.
“Wow…” A mocking laugh came from the back of the private room.
A small tear appeared next to Tang Xiaorou’s collar, but it didn’t actually expose any skin.
However, the men in the private room widened their eyes, showing leering expressions.
“He Xiaolu, since you’re already fighting, use more force and just rip it off!” Zhou Yuan laughed loudly.
Zeng Xiao stared at Tang Xiaorou, a cold smile on his face, saying nothing.
He Xiaolu glanced at her fiancé Liu Tianhao.
Liu Tianhao’s face also looked very unpleasant.
His fiancée in this private room seemed to have become an animal on display. For him, this was already a humiliation.
But helplessly, his family background was far inferior to Zhou Yuan and Zeng Xiao, so he didn’t dare to get angry.
It was all because of this damned Tang Xiaorou!
Liu Tianhao looked at He Xiaolu, his eyes filled with coldness.
The message was clear: end this situation quickly!
He Xiaolu looked at Tang Xiaorou.
“Get lost,” Tang Xiaorou said coldly, continuing to walk toward the private room door.
He Xiaolu bit her lip, caught up again, and grabbed Tang Xiaorou’s arm.
“I told you to stop!” He Xiaolu shrieked.
Tang Xiaorou forcefully shook off her hand.
“Slap!”
He Xiaolu directly raised her palm and slapped Tang Xiaorou’s beautiful face.
“I told you to stop, didn’t you hear me? You slut!” He Xiaolu, completely losing her composure, shouted shrilly.
Tang Xiaorou covered her left cheek, her eyes reddening, but she stared back at He Xiaolu without backing down, saying, “I will remember everything you’ve done to me today!”
“I don’t care if you remember or not. Young Master Zeng told you not to leave, so you must stay! Otherwise, no one can save you!” He Xiaolu said angrily.
“Little Sister Xiaorou, why keep making a scene? Why make things so awkward? Just come over and have a few drinks with Young Master Zeng, and this will all be over. It’s not a big deal,” Zhou Yuan said from the sofa behind.
“You people are all scum! Utterly disgusting!” Tang Xiaorou could no longer hold back and shouted.
Hearing this, Zhou Yuan’s expression changed as he looked at Zeng Xiao.
Seeing that Zeng Xiao had no reaction, Zhou Yuan waved his hand, making a gesture.
The two followers behind immediately walked toward Tang Xiaorou.
