Chapter 4, Guests

Yi Chen waved his hand to indicate his extreme impatience: "Don't think that the President of the United States is easily swayed. I can gather a group of superpowered individuals like you around me, so who knows if there are even more formidable figures beside the President? Hmph... Enough of that, I want some interesting business deals, not the usual nonsense of wealthy families scheming for their fortunes, understand?"

Phil shrugged his shoulders: "The latest job requires us to infiltrate a mine in Africa to seize a batch of diamonds... but the boss hates going to Africa the most, so..." Everyone fell silent.

They were passing through the large room, and Kane seemed to have been sitting there all along. However, the handgun in his hand had been replaced with a massive Israeli-made military pistol. He waved the weapon in his hand, revealing a slight smile, and nodded to indicate his understanding

Yi Chen shook his head: "Nonsense, what are you going out for? To show off your strength in front of so many people? Perhaps you want us to eliminate everyone present to silence them? Kane felt assured in his heart."

Yichen embraced her and asked, "You won't give me the invitation, will you?"

Yi Chen glanced at him and said softly, "Is that all? I am risking my neck to help you register a company, and I can only get 10% of the money?" His hand was raised slightly, and Kane and the others all lifted their weapons equipped with silencers.

Phil raised his hands slightly and made a gesture of helplessness: "Boss, we really can't secure any business that meets your satisfaction. Unless you let us assassinate the President of the United States, where could we find such high-stakes business to engage in?"

Yichen pulled her outside and said: "Accompany me for a good breakfast, but let's not pay attention to them. I have no interest in the nightclub; what we have is enough. However, the business of the big bear in the underworld, I want to take over all those casinos. Kane, do you know what to do?"

The Russian's expression changed slightly as he glanced at Kane and the bulging waists of the Germans behind him. He licked his lips, spread his hands, and said: "We came to make friends with your boss, but I didn't expect you to be so rude. I will leave now, but if anything happens, please do not regret it." He immediately turned around and led his subordinates out.

Jester collapsed onto the sofa, and suddenly a crimson flame about a foot high erupted from the palm of his right hand. With a sinister smile, he said: "Boss, if they dare to play tricks, let me take care of them... Hmph, I am curious to see if they truly have the strength to request an audience with you"

Yichen interrupted him, saying: "2 billion US dollars? Haha, you give me 200 million for free every year? Then I start to doubt your words again"

The hands of the two individuals clasped together. Fatadio was astonished by the strength and resilience of Yichen's hand, while Yichen inwardly muttered: "This guy has a problem with his sympathetic nervous system... Damn it, one hand is all wet..."

Outside, a dozen or so Germanic men directly under Kane swiftly drew their weapons from the hidden compartments of the room, casually putting on a jacket and closely following Kane as he walked out

Yi Chen jumped up: "Ah ha, do you know that the UK is finally going to break away from the pound system? They are going to join the euro? This news is simply wonderful. Ah, dear friends, please come to our place for hosting distinguished guests. I sincerely apologize for what just happened. Oh, I believe we will certainly have a bright prospect for cooperation. Mr. Kane, what are you still doing? Serve these Russian friends your best dark beer. No, you should immediately go find a few dozen of the best vodka to go with *tu* *shu*, hurry up." This news is simply wonderful. Ah, dear friends, please come to our place for hosting distinguished guests. I sincerely apologize for what just happened. Oh, I believe we will certainly have a bright prospect for cooperation. Mr. Kane, what are you still doing? Serve these Russian friends your best dark beer. No, you should immediately go find a few dozen of the best vodka to go with *tu* *shu*, hurry up."

Yichen guarantees: "Everything is fine, we can negotiate some specific details, in this regard, everything is fine... Hmm, the century-old steel mills in Manchester or the large export companies in Liverpool, many of them have a brand but no business left, I can acquire them, of course, your boss will also need to provide me with some financial assistance..."... Hmm, the century-old steel mills in Manchester or the large export companies in Liverpool, many of them have a brand but no business left, I can acquire them, of course, your boss will also need to provide me with some financial assistance..."

Kane made a gesture, and the deafening music quickly resumed. He strode forward with the Germans behind him. According to his usual principle, since the enemy had come knocking, it was most appropriate to eliminate them at the first opportunity. Kane was also confident that his boss would agree with his perspective

Kane solemnly gestured to the terrified guests around him, saying: "I apologize, but tonight's expenses will be covered by our boss. Please feel free to enjoy the various drinks... I also ask everyone not to panic; we will resolve these matters shortly and will not harm anyone."

Jester quickly jumped up: "Boss, should I also step in to teach those other bosses a lesson, hmm?"

Filly shook her head: "The other bosses are not interested in Big Bear's nightclub, and they have also realized that the thugs on the ground have already been subdued by us. Even if they come, they won't be able to control the situation, so they probably won't compete with us. However, we should be wary of other people... Also, the dealings in Big Bear's underworld depend on your intentions; the other bosses are prepared to divide up his territory when the time comes."

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Two bullets fired from a silenced pistol grazed Fatadio's scalp and struck a utility pole near Kane's direction. Fatadio said candidly, "OK, Mr. Yichen, is it you? I admit defeat, but if you do not give me a chance, I fear you will regret it in the future." After saying this, he signaled all his subordinates behind him to lower their weapons. Fatadio said candidly, "OK, Mr. Yichen, is it you? I admit defeat, but if you do not give me a chance, I fear you will regret it in the future." After saying this, he signaled all his subordinates behind him to lower their weapons

Yichen ignored him and directly asked Geer: "It's strange, this Fatadiao claims to be Russian? He wants to see me? Forget it, I'm not interested. Fatadiao doesn't even sound like a Russian name, I don't want to get close to such a mysterious person."

Half an hour later, Yi Chen, Jester, Chekhov, and Phil formed a mahjong table. Originally, Jester only played poker, but under Yi Chen's strong influence, he had become fascinated with this ancient game from China over the past two years. Suddenly, a commotion erupted outside, and Kane quickly stood up, deftly tucking his large gun into his belt, and hurriedly walked out.

Yi Chen flicked away a small droplet of water hanging on his face, squinted his eyes, and asked, "Are there many interested people?"

Kane rushed forward swiftly, without a word, and thoroughly searched the weapons left on the ground by the Russians. Yi Chen approached Fatadio, released his hold on Feili's waist, and with one hand pushed Fatadio's shoulder, pressing him against the front of the car. Coldly, he said: "Dear friend, you brought fifty-seven gunmen with you, quite impressive. I admire the strength of your family. In a place like the UK, you managed to bring in so many firearms, tsk tsk, and you even brought fifty-seven gunmen into London without us having a clue. I am quite curious, so I am giving you an opportunity to talk to me. However, if your topic fails to pique my interest, I will eliminate you for disturbing my moment of self-indulgence." He waved his right fist menacingly and theatrically over Fatadio's head twice.

Three days later, the Scotland Yard, already on edge due to the gruesome deaths of a group of underworld figures associated with Big Bear, found itself once again pushed to the brink of madness. Below Big Bear, the leaders of the three largest criminal gangs in London were shot dead in their villas while meeting with their mistresses, along with more than thirty of their bodyguards, whose heads were reduced to a pulp. As for the cash and jewelry inside their villas, according to a Scotland Yard officer, it was as if a horde of starving African refugees had stormed a bakery, leaving not a single crumb behind.

Suddenly, a bright light appeared ahead as the headlights of ten cars illuminated the scene simultaneously. It was unclear how many people were lurking behind the vehicles, their hands making the sound of pulling safety catches. Kane's subordinates were all elite operatives; they quickly dove into the shadows by the roadside, leaving no opportunity for the adversary, swiftly revealing the firearms concealed beneath their clothing.

Dressed in a snow-white suit, Yi Chen appeared like a ghost, embracing Feili. Around them, the burly black men guarding the venue were gripping heavy firearms, such as semi-automatic shotguns and squad machine guns, glaring fiercely at Fatadio and his group

A cold voice emerged from the shadows behind: "Dear Fatadio, you would do well to order all your men to lay down their weapons, or else the first to die will be you"

Kane slowly approached him, his eyes revealing a hint of bloody murderous intent. He instinctively reached for his belt and said in a low, menacing voice: "If you don't get out of here, I'll take you down immediately... damn Russian." From the young man's tone, Kane detected a trace of an accent from the Russian Far East.

Although he was in a state of deep introspection, Yi Chen could not help but feel a slight joy. As long as he maintained this pace, he would be able to form a star core tonight, laying the foundation for a future breakthrough to the realm of 360 degrees of stellar energy. This would also be the core of the future circulation of stellar energy.

After eliminating three well-known bosses in London through bloody means, the other bosses completely abandoned their fantasies about the territory originally held by Big Bear. Yi Chen, adhering to some ancient Chinese customs, instructed a group of thugs to create a disturbance in Big Bear's territory. Subsequently, he pretended to collaborate with the head of the local police station, performing a charade, and thus legitimately took over Big Bear's territory.

Chekhov tightly grasped the two bags of cash and said with a grin: "Boss, the cash amounts to five million seven hundred thousand pounds, and I didn't even count the change. Do they keep so much cash in their villa for the convenience of fleeing in the future?"

Fatadio stated their demands: "We require control over a UK company that is capable of going public and has a clean background. Of course, Mr. Yichen needs to obtain a more favorable identity to collaborate with us. I believe this should be quite easy for you to arrange, right?"

Filly glanced at Kane and said softly, "Boss, should I go out and take a look?"

Yichen slightly formed several of the most commonly used mudras in Buddhism, and with a reluctant deep breath, he inhaled a bit of the faintly perceivable solar true fire. Although it was not as beneficial for his cultivation as the original star power from his own source, this scorching energy had immense advantages for certain male capabilities, and Yichen was naturally not stingy with this little time for cultivation. Although it was not as beneficial for his cultivation as the original star power from his own source, this scorching energy had immense advantages for certain male capabilities, and Yichen was naturally not stingy with this little time for cultivation

Having spoken, he silently pushed forward towards the two men in black suits, a surge of murderous intent rising within him. Coldly, he said in German: "I give you ten seconds to disappear; otherwise, you will bear the consequences yourselves"

Fatadio, feeling pressured by Yi Chen, quickly said: "Mr. Yi Chen, let me explain. Money laundering is one aspect, but another aspect is that the UK is likely to shed its conservative policies and formally join the Eurozone. Our boss is confident that within their new financial system, while they have not yet integrated into the European continent, we can make a significant profit. We need someone influential in London to assist us... Therefore, you are currently the most powerful figure in the entire underground network of London, and we must collaborate with you"

Shaking his head, Yi Chen walked up.

However, a subtle and unclear force nudged the four light bands of Yi Chen, disrupting the previously orderly cycle. The star power within the cycle transformed from light and steady to dry and turbulent, causing the nascent star core to suddenly dissipate

Ten minutes later, in the underground parking lot behind 'Chinatown', Fatadio helplessly said to Yi Chen, "I apologize, I..."

The leading Russian's expression changed slightly upon hearing the hurried footsteps behind them. He whispered, "These lunatics, no wonder the boss wants to collaborate with them. Damn it, they actually caught up... We don't have much to do with them. Damn it, move faster, luckily we are prepared." They had no time to get into the car. If Kane and the others insisted on opening fire, then once they got in the car, if the fuel tank exploded, they would die even faster. A group of Russians cautiously and swiftly made their way down the dark street ahead.

Philly was already standing at the entrance of the upper level waiting for him. After he freshened up, Philly cheerfully said, "Boss, today is the night of the city government's auction of Big Bear. According to insider information from the police department, it seems that the bloodshed involving Big Bear has been covered up. Some of his assets have been nationalized, while others that are not suitable for state management are being put up for auction."

Yi Chen rarely practiced at night. He and Fatadio were increasingly happy in their conversation, starting with discussions about how they would stir up trouble when the UK joined the Eurozone. Fatadio slightly revealed some details about his boss and indicated that he used this name to avoid involving his boss. Yi Chen expressed deep understanding: "After all, your boss is the head of administration in that region of the country, and cannot appear too prominently, my dear, I understand this... Fatadio slightly revealed some details about his boss and indicated that he used this name to avoid involving his boss. Yi Chen expressed deep understanding: "After all, your boss is the head of administration in that region of the country, and cannot appear too prominently, my dear, I understand this... Chekhov, come over and have some vodka with your fellow townsman; you are both from near Moscow, true compatriots indeed..."

More than thirty black bouncers are standing in the middle of the dance floor, glaring at a group of over ten white men in black suits across from them. Two large black men, clutching their wrists, stand menacingly in the back, clearly having suffered a disadvantage.

Yi Chen snatched a bag and, smiling, tossed it to Kane, saying: "This is the hard-earned money for you and your subordinates. Give Chekhov £100,000 to sleep on as a pillow. Lock up the rest, especially this batch of jewelry; it should be rebranded before being sold. Has the anonymous letter been sent out?"

Filly hesitated slightly and said: "Boss, the Russians might not be easy to deal with, should we be more polite?"

Gore nodded in understanding, walked out, and responded to the person on the other side who requested a meeting

Yi Chen let out a hum, causing everyone present to be so frightened that they could not lift their heads. Only then was he satisfied as he took Feili upstairs to vent his anger and indulge in some graphic novels.

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Yi Chen helplessly felt the scorching heat of the sun's true fire, gradually dissipating the star power he had gathered. Although he had not formed a star core, the true essence within him had significantly strengthened. Yi Chen moved his limbs slightly, and a gust of wind arose, as if most of his body had received ample nourishment from the star power, returning to its most perfect form. When Yi Chen was at the mountain gate of his sect, he could shatter a ten-thousand-jin boulder with a single punch. Now, it seemed that over seventy percent of his strength had been restored.

"Tsk tsk tsk, how rude... Dear sir, we are here to see your boss..." A young man dressed in a beige suit, with a broad smile, a slender build, and slightly nervous hands that kept trembling, approached. Speaking in a smooth tone in German, he also complained, "Your English just now was very fluent; why must you speak to us in German?"

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In the late night, Yi Chen was once again meditating in his cultivation chamber.

Fili nodded and said, "The letter has been sent, but this way, the other bosses will definitely know it was us. I fear that we will encounter trouble in the future"

Kane and the others hurriedly caught up, and Kane hissed menacingly, "Friends from Russia, stop. The scenery here is quite nice."

The only strange thing is where that inexplicable power comes from. It is very weak, yet today Yi Chen finally discovered it. Just as it seemed ready to form a star core, it insisted on causing trouble. Yi Chen muttered a curse under his breath: "Damn it, which old fellow placed this seal? But it doesn't matter; you shattered my previous true essence, and I can cultivate it back again. What is this little disturbance? Damn it, as long as my star power accumulates to a sufficiently strong level, I will eventually be able to form a star core." But it doesn't matter; you shattered my previous true essence, and I can cultivate it back again. What is this little disturbance? Damn it, as long as my star power accumulates to a sufficiently strong level, I will eventually be able to form a star core.

Through the inner vision of the primordial spirit, Yi Chen could clearly see within the cyclical region of the four directions and four symbols, countless silver light bands swirling around a tiny silver point in the void. The star power being absorbed seemed like fine silver sand, gradually infusing into these spiral light bands. Yi Chen felt a slight stir in his heart, as if his own power had rapidly recovered to a moderate level of the twenty-eight lunar mansions' star power. Could it be possible?

Yi Chen nodded: "This is a reasonable matter, why would I oppose it? We will be friends in the future, and if I can assist with your family's business in the UK, I will certainly not make any excuses."

Chekhov counted money every day in the party room, contentedly saying: "Boss, as long as you give me this much cash to count every day, I will be satisfied. The territory of the big bear is truly lucrative"

Yi Chen shook his head: "There is no need; Kane's subordinates can handle it well. You should focus on other areas, understand? Why have there been no orders recently? Is it because those managers are too incompetent? If so, consider replacing them." Ge Er nodded gently from the side, vigorously wiping a crystal wine glass with the white towel in his hand

He slowly pushed the silver points of the four major circulation centers, each releasing a slender silver light band that gradually entwined towards his dantian. The four light bands began to slowly rotate around each other. The star power absorbed bit by bit gradually converged within, causing the light bands to thicken. At the same time, more and purer star power was transmitted from the four symbols and the twenty-eight constellations' minor circulations.

For the time being, regardless of how much these police officers might be troubled or how many days they are given by their superiors to solve the case, in the underground chamber of Yi Chen and his group, a number of individuals are busy counting the spoils brought in by Kane and his team. Jester and Chekhov are leaning over a long mahogany table, meticulously tallying the cash and jewelry. Jester quickly estimates, "Boss, these pieces of jewelry are probably worth over three million pounds; the haul is fairly decent."

Jester, upon hearing Yichen's footsteps fade away, whispered secretly, "Phil, for God's sake, pay attention. With my skills, I should be able to infiltrate a major corporation and steal secrets without using any superpowers, right"

Yi Chen whistled, lit a cigar, and said: "Trouble? Our wealth continuously appreciates within trouble. Hmm, there is no need to fear those bosses collaborating with the police; they are not that foolish... We will directly take over Big Bear's territory and instruct those vendors to report to our underlings below, understood? Hmm, the protection fees we collect will be slightly less than Big Bear's, and we will restore them after six months, understood?"

Yi Chen successfully managed to control the chaotic star power, gathering it once again in preparation for forming the star core. However, that indistinct force reemerged, seemingly intent on propelling Yi Chen's four light bands to rotate better and faster. Yet, good intentions led to adverse outcomes; each time it appeared, the four light bands immediately lost their balance, and the star power, glimmering with silver light, scattered repeatedly.

Fatadio said emphatically: "There is absolutely no problem. We have obtained detailed plans regarding the UK's accession to the Eurozone from within the EU. We aim to fully control that enterprise within a year, and then... Our boss stated that we will distribute the final dividends based on the proportion of investment. Mr. Yichen should not object, right?"

Yi Chen laughed heartily: "My dear, what is wrong with you? Do not forget your own strength. Are you afraid of what they might do to us? Hehe, if they can truly demonstrate their capabilities, I would be very interested to meet them. If they are merely ordinary individuals, then why should we waste our energy?"

Filly shrugged her shoulders and shook her head, saying: "You are Chinese, and it has been quite difficult for you to settle down here. They already feel uncomfortable in their hearts, so how could they possibly invite you? Do we need to show them a little bit of strength?"

All the direct subordinates present nodded in unison. Yi Chen reiterated, "I am truly dissatisfied. Those damned managers, warn them that if there is no business again, they might as well jump into the Atlantic Ocean themselves; at least they can die with some dignity"

Yi Chen flicked the ash off his cigar and said coldly, "Do not waste my time this evening. I have very important matters to attend to every night. Please get to the point."

Fatadio said quickly: "You are now the most powerful boss in London. Our boss wants to collaborate with you to control a company, offering you 45% of the shares. Then, we will launder money, and you can receive 10% of the benefits"

Mr. Yichen, we plan to have approximately 2 billion US dollars in circulating funds in London each year, and offering you 10% as a commission is already...

The Russian man in the beige suit wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and stopped with a smile. Just now, when Kane and his group were chasing after him, the cold, indifferent killing intent had nearly driven him mad. Now, with his reinforcements arriving, he could feel at ease. He smiled and called out loudly to the back, "Dear, you must be Mr. Kane, right? Let's have a chat, hehe, we mean no harm, of course, what happens afterward is another matter... I am Fatadio."

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