Dongrong Villa.
"Chairman, these two men injured so many people in our bar tonight. We can't just let this go."
3:40 AM.
The man in the suit, whose head had been smashed with a bottle by Lucas, now stood before Yang Tianhao.
His eyes were full of grievance and anger. "Chairman, look! They injured over a dozen of our brothers!"
Yang Tianhao sat on the sofa. Beside him, his sworn brother, Adrien Lefèvre (the buzzcut-wearing "Brother Pingtou"), also glanced at the tablet in Yang Tianhao's hand.
The screen showed footage captured by the surveillance cameras.
Seeing Lucas take on dozens alone, a look of surprise and suspicion appeared on Yang Tianhao's face.
Incredible fighting prowess.
As for Adrien, once he clearly saw Lucas's face, he was momentarily stunned.
Him?
Wasn't this the man who was so intimate with Claire Dubois in the elevator that day?
So he was the one who stood up for those women?
Thinking of this, Adrien's first reaction was that he now had leverage.
If the opportunity arose, he could bring this up.
It would surely diminish that man's standing in Claire's eyes.
Although he didn't know Lucas, seeing him so close to Claire made Adrien feel distinctly uncomfortable.
As for that bit of fighting skill?
Negligible.
He didn't pay it any mind at all.
Putting down the tablet, Yang Tianhao said slowly, "You... tried to extort them?"
*Thud.*
Hearing his boss's words, the suited man's face stiffened.
"B-boss, I just saw they hurt so many brothers and wanted them to pay some compensation..."
The suited man hurriedly defended himself. "They spent so much, they definitely aren't short on money..."
*Crash!*
Before he could finish, Yang Tianhao slammed the tablet in his hand hard against the man's head.
"Don't you understand the rules I set?"
Yang Tianhao said sharply. "Do you think the rules I laid down before are just fucking hot air?"
"Don't forget, it was the pigs under your command who started the trouble!"
"And you dare extort people?"
"Get over here!"
His voice was loud, filled with authority and fury.
Clearly, this underling's reckless provocation had greatly displeased Yang Tianhao.
The suited man trembled, enduring the renewed pain in his head as he walked over.
*Boom!*
As he reached the side, Yang Tianhao suddenly stood up and delivered a fierce kick to the man's abdomen, sending him flying several meters away.
*Thump.*
Yang Tianhao said coldly, "Throw him out. Send someone to take over his position tomorrow."
"If I find out the kickbacks he's taken exceed a certain amount, take him to the river and feed him to the fish!"
With that, several bodyguards rushed in and dragged the suited man off the floor and out.
They paid no heed to his cries.
Once his anger had subsided somewhat, Adrien, who had been silently watching the show, finally asked, "Brother, it's so late. What did you need me for?"
It was very late. Normally, he'd be asleep by now.
But Yang Tianhao had called him tonight.
Since he was his sworn brother, it would be improper not to come.
Besides, he didn't need much sleep.
Apart from daily cultivation, two hours of rest was enough.
Hearing this, Yang Tianhao said apologetically, "Sorry, brother. I called you here this time because I wanted to ask a favor."
"Hmm?"
Adrien chuckled. "Brother Yang, with our relationship, just say it. If I can do it, I won't refuse."
As a person, it's inevitable to need help sometimes.
Just like now, he often relied on Yang Tianhao's influence.
Hearing Adrien say this, Yang Tianhao finally smiled. "Actually, it's not a difficult thing."
"Tomorrow night, there's a gathering for all the second-generation heirs in Jiang City with a net worth over a billion."
"At that time, I'd like you to accompany my daughter."
At this point, Yang Tianhao couldn't help but sigh. "My daughter is still young. I can't let her end up like me in the future."
"So, I want to take this opportunity to introduce her into the circle of proper heirs, let her learn a thing or two."
Although some heirs are unreliable,
there are still many who possess real talent and solid knowledge.
His daughter?
She just relied on his money-throwing to get into a decent university and muddle through a degree.
The rest of the time, she's practically a delinquent.
"Hmm?" Adrien was stunned for a moment, then said, "The party at the Super Play Club tomorrow night?"
"Yes." Yang Tianhao nodded. "You know about it, brother?"
Brother Pingtou, Adrien, gave a slight nod.
Of course he knew.
Old Master Bai had also asked Claire to take him along.
It's just...
If not for Old Master Bai's arrangement, agreeing to Yang Tianhao wouldn't be a problem.
Adrien pondered. "Brother Yang, to be honest."
"Old Master Bai has also arranged for me to go with Miss Bai tomorrow."
"I might..."
His meaning was clear: the Bai family had already spoken first.
However, Yang Tianhao understood. He grinned. "That's not a problem."
"You just need to keep an eye on my daughter for me then."
"I'm afraid she'll offend someone at the party. Her personality, ah..."
Speaking of his daughter's temperament, Yang Tianhao couldn't help but sigh again.
That mouth of hers was too good at making enemies.
Not dwelling too much on his daughter, Yang Tianhao smiled again. "Brother, that girl from the Bai family is quite good."
"If you have a chance to win her over, it would truly be excellent."
"She's attractive, has a sharp business mind—barely worthy of you."
Claire Dubois was a recognized strong woman; her intelligence went without saying.
The female president of a hundred-billion family was considered only "barely worthy" of his sworn brother in Yang Tianhao's eyes.
Hearing this, Adrien scratched his head. "Brother Yang, I don't know how to respond when you put it that way."
He didn't directly deny it either.
It seemed he tacitly agreed with Yang Tianhao's assessment.
Yang Tianhao laughed heartily. "Hahaha, don't be modest. I know your capabilities better than anyone."
Just as the two were chatting happily,
a woman with an alluring figure and captivating posture walked in through the main door.
Dressed head-to-toe in luxury brands, the most striking thing was her mature, sophisticated aura, which added immense charm.
Seeing her, Yang Tianhao's eyes lit up. He immediately said, "Wife, back from mahjong?"
A faint, seductive smile graced Chen Manqing's charming face. "Mhm, husband. You and Brother Adrien chat slowly. I'll head back to the room first."
As she spoke, she even threw a flirtatious glance their way.
*Tsk.*
Adrien, the buzzcut brother beside Yang Tianhao, remained outwardly calm, but a subtle feeling stirred within him.
Just now... did sister-in-law just wink at *him*?