Chapter 4: Knife, Beauty, Blood
At that moment, a drunken man suddenly rushed onto the stage, grabbing Lin Shishi's arm and attempting to pull her into his embrace. Lin Shishi screamed in fright and forcefully slapped the man. Xiao Yu did not expect such a sudden turn of events; two security guards quickly rushed onto the stage to separate the man from Lin Shishi, and the scene immediately descended into chaos. The man shouted loudly, "What are you doing! I'm not refusing to pay!"
Xiao Yu slowly leaned over the incense table and removed his upper garment. Long San walked step by step to Xiao Yu's back. With a slight flick of the whip in his hand, it struck Xiao Yu's shoulder and back like lightning. The pain caused the veins on Xiao Yu's forehead to bulge, and the place where the whip landed reopened the wound that had just been stitched, blood flowing down along the incision.
Lin Shishi pressed her face tightly against Xiao Yu's chest, hearing his strong and steady heartbeat. The crowd was rushing towards them with all their might. Xiao Yu tightly embraced Lin Shishi and spun to the left, pushing her towards the corner of the wall behind them. The steel knife in his hand blocked the suddenly attacking machete, and countless brilliant sparks shot out in the darkness.
The third and fourth lashes struck the same spot, leaving the wound a bloody mess. Xiao Yu gritted his teeth, managing to stay conscious. As long as he endured the final lash, this matter would come to an end. His vision was already beginning to blur.
Liang Baichen shouted, "Do you think I am talking nonsense? I asked her to accompany me for drinks, and she must do so tonight; otherwise, I will ensure she doesn't live to see tomorrow!" He turned and pointed at Lin Shishi, saying, "I will be waiting for you in the private room. If I don't see you within five minutes, you will bear the consequences yourself!"
The foolish leopard draped a coat over Xiao Yu, who exclaimed loudly: "The conflict between Liang Baichen and me last night has nothing to do with the nightclub; to put it plainly, it is a personal grudge between us! The reason Brother Leopard and the brothers got involved is that they could not stand by and watch me be killed by Liang Baichen's subordinates. Ultimately, this matter has nothing to do with them."
Xiao Yu was just about to step forward to see what was happening when he noticed the foolish leopard hurriedly approaching. With a smile, he was saying something to that man, when suddenly the man pushed the foolish leopard. At the same time, five or six people in the audience stood up.
The foolish leopard leaned close to Xiao Yu and quietly reminded him: "Later, the one who will execute the family law is... Long San. His methods are... quite ruthless, so you... should be prepared in advance." Xiao Yu nodded.
He... he... he..." The foolish leopard pointed at Long San, but the more anxious he became, the less he could speak
The tail loudly said to the foolish leopard: "Brother Leopard, there are more than twenty people outside attacking Brother Yu!" The foolish leopard widened his eyes: "Damn... Damn it... Brothers... Let's go!"
Do you know why I do not allow you to come out
Liang Baichen commanded his subordinates: "Unlock the safeties on the guns. Anyone who dares to go out, shoot them dead!" He sneered as he walked out the door, intending to witness with his own eyes Xiao Yu being hacked to death in the street
"Get lost!" Xiao Yu pushed Lin Shishi away, standing up stubbornly. Liang Baichen had already rushed to his side. A commotion arose behind them as Sha Bao and Wei Ba raised their steel knives to join the fray
Tan Ye's brother-in-law, Liang Baichen! Wei Ba looked utterly helpless. These past two days, he has been coming every day to support Shishi, and today he made it clear that he must have Shishi make an appearance!
This was destined to be a restless night. Xiao Yu started the car and said, "Where do you live... I will take you..." Blood had already soaked through his shirt, and Lin Shishi tightly covered the wound on Xiao Yu's leg, trembling as she said, "No! I will accompany you to the hospital!"
Xiao Yu slowly stepped forward: "This matter has nothing to do with the foolish leopard, do not pressure him. Lin Shishi indeed ... ... "
Xiao Yu pondered for a moment before walking up to Lin Shishi and said, "Shishi! I have a question for you, and you must answer me truthfully!" Lin Shishi nodded with tears in her eyes
The people present saw the foolish leopard suffer a setback and couldn't help but chuckle. Xiao Yu was just about to laugh when the pain from his injury flared up, causing him to break out in a cold sweat. At that moment, the foolish leopard's phone rang, and he looked at the caller ID: "It's Lord Long San..."
Xiao Yu temporarily regained consciousness and smiled at Xiu Wen with a grin, saying, "I didn't mean to trouble you again..." Xiu Wen shot him an annoyed glance, and Uncle Wang hurriedly came out from inside upon hearing the commotion
Tan Zizai frowned slightly. Long San went out to take a look and returned shortly after, whispering something in Tan Zizai's ear. Tan Zizai nodded and said, "Let Lin Shishi and the tail come in"
It is Xiao Yu! After Xiu Wen finished speaking, she went to prepare the instruments for suturing. Unfortunately, the anesthetic in the clinic had run out. Uncle Wang scratched his head helplessly. After Xiao Yu learned about the situation, he smiled faintly and said: "It's fine, I have learned from Qiu Shaoyun since I was young, with a will of steel and a heart of iron... You can treat me like a piece of clothing to be stitched..." His lips were cracked from excessive blood loss. Xiu Wen poured a glass of water and handed it to Lin Shishi. Uncle Wang hung two bottles of fluid for Xiao Yu and then began the suturing.
After the nightclub had been open for such a long time, it was the first time Xiao Yu had seen Lin Shishi's performance. He found himself involuntarily immersed in Lin Shishi's beautiful singing.
Suddenly, a brilliant red rain appeared before Liang Baichen. It was only when he realized that it was his own blood that he let out a scream of utmost terror. Xiao Yu's knife was already pressed against his neck, and Liang Baichen began to tremble in waves, unsure whether it was from fear or pain.
Do you believe me
Long San pointed to the ground, and the foolish leopard immediately understood his meaning. He helped Xiao Yu to kneel on the ground with great difficulty, and then heard Long San begin to recite the twenty-third rule of the gang. Suddenly, Xiao Yu started to laugh.
The foolish leopard remained silent. Although he had not anticipated these matters, he was aware that the current situation was not optimistic. Xiao Yu flicked the ash from his cigarette and continued, "In fact, I overestimated my own abilities. If it weren't for your help, I would probably have died on Guangfu Street by now..." A sincere light shone in his eyes as he said, "Brother Leopard... thank you..." A sincere light shone in his eyes as he said, "Brother Leopard... thank you..."
Lin Shishi shouted in anger: "Why should A Yu be punished!" Tan Zizai cast a cold glance at Lin Shishi: "Immediately enforce the rules and take the unrelated people out!" Lin Shishi wanted to argue further, but Xiao Yu held her hand and whispered: "You and Wei Ba should go back first; five lashes are already the lightest punishment..." He winked at Wei Ba, who quickly took Lin Shishi out.
The foolish leopard was stunned for a moment before speaking about what happened yesterday: "Last night, Ah Yu's girlfriend... Lin Shishi was there... During the performance, Brother Liang suddenly rushed onto the stage and openly harassed her in front of so many guests. Lin Shishi gave him a slap, and Brother Liang demanded an apology from her..." The foolish leopard honestly recounted everything.
Long San glared at Xiao Yu in anger: "What are you laughing at?"
Tan Zizai suddenly spoke up: "Silly Leopard! You say!"
The foolish leopard bit his lip hard, preventing the tears from falling: "Ayu... I, the foolish leopard... will forever remember you in this life and the next... my good brother..."
Xiao Yu glanced at Tan Zizai, then looked around at the hall masters: "Master Tan! It seems that we are not here today to listen to Master Long San recite the gang rules, right?"
He walked past the bar and took his steel knife from Lina's hand, striding towards the door. Lin Shishi tightly grasped his hand; Xiao Yu's palm was strong and warm, making her forget her fear. She walked closely beside Xiao Yu towards the door.
Xiao Yu smiled faintly, the pain causing his handsome face to twist slightly: "Are you... planning to have the police take me in for questioning?" The fight tonight was an internal matter within their gang, and involving the police would only complicate things further
Xiao Yu smiled and retorted, "Does anyone know what Liang Baichen did at the nightclub last night? Did he tell you all about how he flirted with my girlfriend?" Everyone remained silent; they were all well aware of Liang Baichen's character, and it was not surprising that he would engage in such behavior
Xiao Yu smiled and reached out to wrap his arm around Lin Shishi's slender waist: "Brother Liang, hasn't anyone told you that Shishi is my girl? We are all brothers of the Qinglong Gang; you surely know the rules of the gang!" Liang Baichen stared at Xiao Yu, his eyes blazing with fury. Lin Shishi, whether out of fear or excitement, trembled continuously in Xiao Yu's embrace
Xiao Yu pulled Lin Shishi out of the door, where Sha Bao and Wei Ba were waiting for him. Upon seeing them come out, they hurriedly approached. Xiao Yu shouted, "Everyone stay in the nightclub, and no one is allowed to move!"
Long San's expression changed dramatically, as even a blind person could see the relationship between Xiao Yu and Lin Shishi.
Tan Zizai's face was chillingly cold, and his eyes were bloodshot. It had been a long time since such fratricidal incidents occurred within the Qinglong Gang. Liang Baichen brought twenty-six brothers, seven severely injured, six lightly injured, and two who remained in a coma in the hospital due to excessive blood loss. Moreover, Liang Baichen's right hand was severed by Xiao Yu; even if reattachment were successful, it would never regain normal function. Additionally, three brothers from the nightclub were also injured.
Everyone could see that Long San showed no mercy this time. The second whip strike from Long San was delivered slowly, but as it approached Xiao Yu's skin, his wrist slightly flicked, sending a burning-like pain coursing through Xiao Yu's entire body, causing his muscles to convulse under the unbearable agony
Xiao Yu furrowed his brows and walked over: "Oh! Isn't this Brother Liang?" Liang Baichen, reeking of alcohol, glanced sideways at Xiao Yu. Xiao Yu smiled and said: "What's going on? We're all on the same side, let's talk in the private room!"
Xiao Yu struggled to sit up from the bed, but the intense pain from his wound forced him to lie back down. Silly Leopard cheerfully said, "I... I was really worried... that you... wouldn’t wake up..." Xiao Yu laughed, "Are you cursing me?" Having spent a long time with Xiao Yu, Silly Leopard had learned to tease a bit: "I... I was just afraid you... might die in... the car... it’s... it’s unlucky..." Silly Leopard cheerfully said, "I... I was really worried... that you... wouldn’t wake up..." Xiao Yu laughed, "Are you cursing me?" Having spent a long time with Xiao Yu, Silly Leopard had learned to tease a bit: "I... I was just afraid you... might die in... the car... it’s... it’s unlucky..."
Lin Shishi rushed in with tears in her eyes. Upon seeing Xiao Yu, she threw herself at him, tightly embracing his body: "Ah Yu... even if I die... I want to die with you... why did you leave me..."
The bloodstains on the Citroën had been thoroughly wiped clean by the tail and his gang. Xiao Yu finally managed to climb onto the seat, recalling everything that had happened last night, as if he had experienced a nightmare.
Tan Zizai did not speak, and Long San opened his mouth to say: "Why have I not heard that you have any grievances with Brother Liang?"
Xiao Yu!" Xiao Yu's body trembled as he turned around, hearing a girl outside the door desperately calling, "Lin Shishi!" Xiao Yu could not understand how Lin Shishi could possibly be in the club.
A light rain began to fall outside, and more than twenty people clad in raincoats quickly ran towards them, all wielding gleaming steel knives. Xiao Yu pulled Lin Shishi and ran towards the direction of the car
Tan Zizai approached with a face full of anger and delivered a resounding slap to the foolish Leopard: "Do you still understand the rules?"
Lin Shishi did not expect Xiao Yu to ask this question. She glanced at Xiao Yu and then nodded emphatically.
The foolish leopard widened his eyes, and Long San added, "Master Tan has always trusted you, so you must not tell any lies!" The foolish leopard shook his head, saying, "I... was not present when Lin Shishi was apologizing..." Long San sneered, "Since you were not present, it means you have no idea why Xiao Yu and Liang Baichen got into a dispute!" The foolish leopard was left speechless by the question.
"Brother Liang! How could I dare? This is Master Tan's business, and it's inconvenient to speak outside, which would affect other guests and deter them from coming, right?" Xiao Yu winked at the Tail: "Tail, go prepare our best private room for Brother Liang!" The Tail responded and hurried off, while Liang Baichen fixed his gaze on Xiao Yu: "Kid, listen to me, have Lin Shishi serve the drinks as an apology!" Xiao Yu smiled and said: "This child is young and doesn't understand, Brother Liang, please be more forgiving!"
I believe you!" Lin Shishi said, crying
Xiao Yu laboriously picked up a cigarette, and Sha Bao helped him light it. Xiao Yu took a deep drag and exhaled a cloud of smoke: "If I go out alone, this conflict is limited to just me and Liang Baichen. From the moment you step out, the nature of this situation completely changes; this struggle transforms into an internal conflict within the gang. Whether you want it or not, the Champs-Élysées has already been drawn into it..." From the moment you step out, the nature of this situation completely changes; this struggle transforms into an internal conflict within the gang. Whether you want it or not, the Champs-Élysées has already been drawn into it..."
Get lost! Who do you think you are? What is she doing here if she’s not a prostitute? What a joke, I spend money to enjoy women, do you think I came here to see someone innocent?
Xiao Yu's face revealed a mocking expression, as he clearly saw Liang Baichen's fear at that moment
The foolish leopard shook its head
Tan Zizai sighed and looked at all the hall masters, slowly saying: "This is an internal matter of our Qinglong Gang. Regardless of the outcome, I hope that no one will discuss it any further in the future"
Xiao Yu saw Wei Ba standing not far from him and called him over. Wei Ba had not noticed that Xiao Yu was also here and hurriedly ran over: "Brother Yu!"
Tan Zizai waved his hand, signaling for silence, and then asked: "Liang Baichen is your senior in the gang. He went to the nightclub to take care of the gang's business. Why did you use a knife to attack him?"
Xiao Yu's first question was directed at Liang Baichen: "How is Liang Baichen doing now?" Tan Zizai coldly snorted: "Thanks to you! He is still lying in the hospital!"
Xiao Yu asked again, "I heard that Liang Baichen is Master Tan's brother-in-law!" Tan Zizai's face turned ashen: "There are national laws and gang rules; I will not deliberately favor him just because he is my relative!" The other hall masters also became indignant at Xiao Yu's words, collectively reprimanding and accusing him.
Tan Zizai's gaze coldly scrutinized Xiao Yu. He had once believed he had accurately assessed Xiao Yu's abilities, but he did not expect that the young man's latent energy was far more powerful than he could have imagined
Xiao Yu casually threw the steel knife far away and limped towards the car, while Lin Shishi hurriedly supported his battered body. Everyone present remained silent until Xiao Yu and Lin Shishi's figures disappeared into the wind and rain. Only then did Sha Bao speak slowly, word by word: "The matter of tonight ends here. I will give Master Tan an explanation as soon as possible"
Xiao Yu stared at the photo for a while; the girl was even more beautiful in person than in the picture. The security guard at the entrance saw Xiao Yu's expression and grinned, "Manager Xiao, Lin Shishi is performing inside!" Xiao Yu nodded and walked in. As soon as he entered the hall, he heard Lin Shishi's ethereal and melancholic voice: "When will the bright moon appear? I raise my glass to ask the heavens. I do not know what year it is in the celestial palace. The cold is unbearable at such heights..." Xiao Yu found a chair in the darkness and sat down, quietly listening to her beautiful singing voice.
The foolish leopard suddenly raised the machete: "Fuck your mother! If you have the guts... go ahead and shoot, I'll trade my life for yours, it's worth it!" He strode towards the door, his tail following recklessly behind him, ten steel knives advancing step by step towards Liang Baichen's three subordinates.
Long San! The foolish leopard charged forward recklessly, but was firmly held back by the other two hall masters
Xiao Yu quickened his pace, his left hand resting on Lin Shishi's shoulder, while his right hand tightly gripped the cold, gleaming steel knife. The cold wind mixed with icy raindrops struck their faces and bodies, and the blade reflected pairs of eyes filled with hatred all around them
The foolish leopard answered the phone, but before he could speak, the other party had already unleashed their anger at him. By the time the other party finished venting, he was about to explain, but Long San had already hung up the phone.
Everyone has understood the ins and outs of the matter from Shabao's account, and unconsciously, their scales have tipped in favor of Xiao Yu. However, due to the special relationship between Tan Zizai and Liang Baichen, no one is willing to openly express support for Xiao Yu
Lin Shishi nodded, and Xiao Yu's consciousness gradually began to blur: "Ah Wang from Fengxian Street... clinic..."
Under the mercury lamp, Lin Shishi's originally snow-white skin revealed a translucent hue. Her expression was sorrowful and delicate, as if she were immersed in the artistic conception of the lyrics.
Tears filled Lin Shishi's eyes, and Lina hurried over to comfort her. Xiao Yu pulled the foolish Leopard aside and whispered, "That brat Liang Baichen is so arrogant; if it really comes to it, just give Master Tan a call!" The foolish Leopard looked helpless and replied, "I just called him; Master Tan is already asleep and isn't answering anyone's calls!"
He glanced at Xiao Yu and said: "Liang Baichen first provoked Lin Shishi, disregarding the brotherhood within the gang, which violates Article 22 of the gang rules. He should be punished with three cuts and six holes. Although Xiao Yu has already severed his right wrist, the responsibility cannot be exempted. From today onwards, Liang Baichen is prohibited from participating in any affairs of the Qinglong Gang!" He paused for a moment and continued: "Xiao Yu's counterattack was understandable due to momentary anger, but the severity of his actions is still questionable. Moreover, during the dispute with the seniors in the gang, he failed to distinguish between rank and status, which violates Article 23 of the gang rules. He should receive fifteen lashes. Considering that Xiao Yu has just joined our gang and is currently severely injured, the punishment will be reduced to five lashes as a warning. In the future, if there are further violations of the gang rules, the punishment will be more severe!"
What should we do?" Lin Shishi looked at the blood-soaked Xiao Yu, nearly in tears.
Tan Zizai said with a cold smile: "I originally did not want to take action, but you juniors are becoming increasingly unruly. Long San! Hand me the whip!" Long San was taken aback, and he immediately understood Tan Zizai's true intention. He shot a resentful glance at Xiao Yu and handed the whip to Tan Zizai. Tan Zizai snorted coldly, and the whip struck down on Xiao Yu's back like lightning. The speed and force of this strike far exceeded any of Long San's previous attempts. Xiao Yu let out a muffled groan and fell unconscious. Tan Zizai threw the whip to the ground and left the club without looking back.
Xiao Yu was taken aback; the situation was indeed a bit tricky. Given his current status, he had no say with Liang Baichen. Several of Liang Baichen's subordinates had taken to the stage, starting to push and shove with the security personnel. It was evident that Sha Bao had known Liang Baichen for some time, as he kept speaking in his favor. The guests in the audience began to stir, with some seizing the opportunity to smash wine bottles and teacups.
When the foolish leopard assisted Xiao Yu into the club, all the other twenty-three hall masters had already arrived, and the atmosphere in the club had become extremely oppressive
Xiao Yu did not know when he had fainted. When he woke up, he found Lin Shishi still holding his hand, sitting by the bedside. The group of silly leopard and his friends had also arrived at the clinic at some point, and upon seeing him awake, each of them revealed a look of relief and joy.
Tan Zizai coughed lightly and said: "Silly Leopard! In front of all the brothers, you should speak the truth!"
Xiao Yu's expression turned serious: "Lin Shishi, when I ask you, please do not complicate matters further. Moreover, Master Tan only asked us to go for questioning; he did not say we would definitely be punished." Lin Shishi lowered her head, and Xiao Yu thought she had given up. He said to Sha Bao: "We have to go, but I must make it clear first: I can't walk, you have to carry me!" Sha Bao patted his chest: "We are all... revolutionary comrades..." Xiao Yu had indeed learned quite a bit from his words.
Xiao Yu said to Sha Bao: "No matter what happens between Liang Bai Chen and me tonight, you must not interfere. I do not want to involve the nightclub in this!" Sha Bao nodded heavily.
When Xiuwen saw Lin Shishi supporting the bloodied Xiaoyu as they entered the clinic, she could hardly recognize the person before her. Lin Shishi grasped her hand, crying and pleading, "I beg you... you must help him..."
Xiao Yu let out a loud shout, and the blade suddenly tilted, sliding along the opponent's knife back. With an extremely painful cry, the opponent's four fingers were severed by the sharp edge of the blade, and the blood flowing from the severed digits appeared a magnificent red under the reflection of the sparks
Shabao wore a face full of worries. Xiaoyu glanced at Shabao and asked, "What’s wrong? Has Master Tan blamed you?" Shabao sighed, "Master Tan wants me to give him an explanation in person..." Xiaoyu nodded. Shabao added, "He wants you to go with me!" Xiaoyu smiled faintly, "What is meant to be will be; if it’s misfortune, it cannot be avoided!" Each person's heart grew exceptionally heavy. Xiaoyu had severed Liang Baichen's right hand, which violated the twenty-third rule of the gang: brother harming brother. Given Liang Baichen's special status, Master Tan would certainly not let him off easily this time. Shabao reiterated, "He wants you to go with me!" Xiaoyu smiled faintly, "What is meant to be will be; if it’s misfortune, it cannot be avoided!" Each person's heart grew exceptionally heavy. Xiaoyu had severed Liang Baichen's right hand, which violated the twenty-third rule of the gang: brother harming brother. Given Liang Baichen's special status, Master Tan would certainly not let him off easily this time.
Long San gently patted the shoulder of the foolish leopard and said, "I know you and Xiao Yu are good brothers, but there are some things that you can speak about only if you have seen them with your own eyes; you cannot make baseless claims about what you have not witnessed yourself"
In the center of the venue, an incense table had been set up. Long San gestured for Xiao Yu to lie down on it. He had already removed his shirt, and a whip about the thickness of a thumb was wrapped around his arm. Xiao Yu met his gaze fearlessly, while Sha Bao attempted to help Xiao Yu kneel but was blocked by Long San: "What you have done wrong, you must repay yourself"
Tan Zizai nodded slightly: "I will give you a chance to explain"
You little brat, you have some guts! I guarantee that if you step out of this door today, you won't live to see tomorrow
Xiao Yu scoffed with a smile, Liang Baichen's arrogance igniting the latent pride within him: "Liang Baichen, this is Master Tan's territory. If you have the guts, go ahead and make a move. Let me make it clear to you first, I will take Shi Shi and leave this place. If you dare, then stop me!"
Xiao Yu reached out his hand to Lin Shi Shi and said, "In life, there are many things that one must face on their own." Lin Shi Shi wiped away her tears and tightly grasped Xiao Yu's hand. She suddenly felt that she was no longer so afraid; Xiao Yu was right, avoiding problems was not a solution.
Thank you, at the critical moment, my classmate sister really came through for me, saving me from peril. Xiao Yu said with a playful smile
The suture needle pierced the flesh, and Xiao Yu suddenly jerked his body in response to the pain. Lin Shishi hesitated for a moment, then sat beside Xiao Yu, tightly grasping his large hand with both of hers.
I will go with you!" After a long silence, Lin Shishi suddenly spoke up, and Xiao Yu glanced at her. "This matter originated because of me. If Master Tan really wants to punish someone, let him punish me!" At this moment, Lin Shishi was no longer the pitiful figure she once was; she had become exceptionally strong.
The foolish leopard stammered, "I... I can testify... Lin Shishi... indeed... is... is Xiao Yu's girlfriend!" Long San laughed as he walked up to the foolish leopard and said, "Good! I ask you, did you see with your own eyes that Liang Baichen made Lin Shishi serve wine to apologize?"
Xiao Yu coldly stared at Long San, who had been targeting him since he entered the room. It seemed that his relationship with Liang Bai Chen was unusual. Long San then asked Sha Bao, "Please tell everyone again, is Lin Shi Shi really Xiao Yu's girlfriend?" Sha Bao was in a panic, sweating profusely; he had never told a lie in his life and looked at Xiao Yu with pleading eyes.
Xiao Yu was struck twice on his thigh, and the pain caused his body to spasm. Blood dripped drop by drop along the cold blade onto the rain-soaked ground. Xiao Yu stumbled and nearly fell, when Lin Shishi suddenly rushed over and tightly embraced him, supporting him so that he did not collapse.
Damn it! Xiao Yu cursed resentfully, and Lina angrily walked over: "Liang Baichen has surrounded the entrance with more than twenty people, declaring that they must take Shishi away tonight!"
Each stitch is a test of Xiao Yu's will. He has a total of twelve knife wounds on his body, fortunately none of them are life-threatening. While Uncle Wang is stitching him up, Xiao Yu is not idle: "You surely don't know... Qiu Shaoyun, let me tell you about him... It is said that when American imperialism invaded... Korea... our great People's Republic of China sent out the brave and fearless volunteer army... crossing the Yalu River... to help our... class brothers. Our great People's Republic of China sent out the brave and fearless volunteer army... crossing the Yalu River... to help our... class brothers..."
Who is that kid? So arrogant?" Xiao Yu pointed to the stage
The revenue of the Champs-Élysées is continuously rising, which is inseparable from the assistance provided by Ma Xinyi. Of course, she has also gained considerable benefits from this. The covert alliance between the two parties has led to a 5% increase in the income of the Ginza Nightclub by the end of the month
"Damn it..." Xiao Yu couldn't help but curse, suddenly realizing that Lin Shishi was still beside him. He swallowed back the profanity, but Lin Shishi still sensed what he was about to say, her face turning red as she slowly withdrew her hand.
When Lin Shishi reached her second cup, she might have drunk too quickly and choked a little, nearly vomiting it out. Liang Baichen smiled triumphantly and said, "Forget it! I won't hold it against you!" He pulled out a stack of cash and tossed it in front of Lin Shishi: "100,000 New Taiwan Dollars, I'll take you out!" Lin Shishi's face turned pale, and she looked at Xiao Yu for help.
Xiao Yu signaled for the foolish leopard to help him up, then began to remove his clothes. Everyone was stunned by his actions. Xiao Yu was left with only a pair of underpants, and then pointed to the knife scars on his body: "Esteemed seniors, please take a good look. I have a total of twelve knife wounds on my body. The reason I insisted on coming here today is to clarify what happened yesterday!"
Upon arriving at the entrance of the nightclub, he noticed that the large photo inside the lightbox looked somewhat familiar. After thinking for a long time, he finally remembered that the girl in the photo seemed to be Lin Shishi, who had been introduced by Lina to sing.
Tan Zizai's gaze suddenly changed as he noticed that Long San's way of wielding the whip had altered. The whip coiled around Long San four times, leaving eighty centimeters outside. Long San, however, shifted to the left side of Xiao Yu's body, and it appeared that he intended to strike horizontally. The expression on Sha Bao's face also changed; he recognized the name of this whip technique, "Cutting the Dragon's Marrow." Long San aimed to sever Xiao Yu's lumbar vertebrae with this strike. If he succeeded, Xiao Yu would never be able to stand again.
Their faces all changed, and they kept retreating. Although Liang Baichen had given prior instructions, they still did not dare to easily open fire in the face of a fellow gang member.
Xiao Yu's lower lip was already bleeding from being bitten. He pressed his hands forcefully against the incense table, his nails turning slightly white from the immense pressure.
Liang Baichen drew a 16-inch machete from behind him, grinning menacingly as he pursued Xiao Yu. He could see that Xiao Yu was now at the end of his strength, and he intended to personally eliminate this reckless young man.
Do you know how to drive
Through the handling of the dispute with Ginza, Xiao Yu understood a principle: sometimes, relying solely on force cannot resolve issues; only by identifying common interests can conflicts be transformed into harmony. The Champs-Élysées has just opened, and Tan Zizai is still in the observation phase regarding him and the foolish leopard. Any disputes at any level are unnecessary for them.
A Yu! The foolish leopard and the others have already rushed in front of Xiao Yu, and anyone can foresee the consequences of Xiao Yu's knife strike. The streets at midnight appear particularly silent, as Xiao Yu gently tapped Liang Baichen's face with the back of the knife, causing Liang Baichen to involuntarily shiver again
Xiao Yu thrust a knife into the abdomen of the opponent behind him with a reverse motion. Almost simultaneously, two steel blades struck fiercely against his back. Xiao Yu was already drenched in the blood that had flowed from his body, and six opponents he had felled lay on the ground. Lin Shishi stood dazed in place, completely stunned by the frenzied scene before her.
Xiao Yu smiled and said, "Brother Liang, I think you have misunderstood. Lin Shishi is just an ordinary singer at the nightclub"
Xiao Yu nodded to him, indicating that he should answer the phone
As the Spring Festival approaches, under the initiative of Ma Xinyi, Xiang Xielishe and Ginza are preparing to jointly hold a large-scale charity fundraising lottery event during the festival. After discussing the specific details in Ma Xinyi's office, Xiao Yu found that it was already eleven o'clock at night. This is the busiest time for the nightclub. Xiao Yu originally intended to go home and rest, but recalling that he had not yet confirmed the procurement matters with the tail end, he had no choice but to return to the nightclub to inform them.
Liang Baichen looked at Xiao Yu with a cold smile: "Kid, do you think you can fool me?"
Liang Baichen swung his knife with all his might towards Xiao Yu's shoulder. In that instant, Xiao Yu's eyes widened suddenly, and he was filled with renewed fighting spirit. He swung his steel knife with all his strength, lifting it from bottom to top. Liang Baichen seemed to have already seen the blood arrow flying from Xiao Yu's neck, but his pupils suddenly contracted in fear. Xiao Yu's knife speed was far faster than he had imagined. Before he could strike Xiao Yu's neck, Xiao Yu's steel knife had already severed his wrist that was holding the knife.
"Don't give me that nonsense. Today, your surgery fee plus medical expenses totals 2,000 New Taiwan Dollars, and not a cent less!" Xiuwen glared. Silly Leopard hurriedly approached, pulling out 5,000 New Taiwan Dollars: "Is this... enough?" Xiuwen took 2,000 and tossed the rest back to Silly Leopard: "Is having too much money making you anxious? Take it and donate it to the orphanage!" Silly Leopard was left speechless, his face flushed red, unsure of what to say.
Xiuwen walked over, appearing somewhat fatigued. Treating Xiaoyu's wounds alone took more than two hours: "You are lucky; it's all just flesh wounds. However, I fear you won't be able to get out of bed for at least a week"
The foolish leopard driving suddenly said: "Ayu... I'm... sorry for you..." Tears welled up in his eyes: "If I had brought the brothers out a little earlier, you wouldn't have been hurt... like this..." Xiao Yu gently patted his arm
Liang Baichen's subordinates and Sha Bao also ceased their slaughter, staring blankly in this direction
The tail and the eight brothers all drew their machetes and arrived at the door, where they saw Liang Baichen blocking the entrance with his subordinates. His hand was placed in his bosom: "I declare in advance, tonight is a personal grudge between me and Xiao Yu. Anyone who intervenes will be shot dead by me!" The foolish leopard, anxious, had bloodshot eyes: "Brother Liang, we... we are all brothers of the same gang, why... why must it be so extreme?" "Damn it! You better understand this clearly, this time it was he who disrespected me first!" Liang Baichen shouted fiercely. His hand remained in his bosom: "I declare in advance, tonight is a personal grudge between me and Xiao Yu. Anyone who intervenes will be shot dead by me!" The foolish leopard, anxious, had bloodshot eyes: "Brother Liang, we... we are all brothers of the same gang, why... why must it be so extreme?" "Damn it! You better understand this clearly, this time it was he who disrespected me first!" Liang Baichen shouted fiercely.
Liang Baichen sneered as he looked at Lin Shishi, who was beside Xiao Yu: "No girl in Tainan dares to disrespect me, Liang Baichen!" He pointed to the three full glasses of wine in front of him: "If you drink these three glasses dry, I will forget what just happened!" Xiao Yu remained silent, while Lin Shishi suddenly picked up a glass from the table and drank it down. Xiao Yu quietly watched Lin Shishi, not intervening, as she had just slapped Liang Baichen in front of everyone.
Two blades simultaneously swung down towards Xiao Yu. "Run!" Xiao Yu shouted loudly, while Lin Shishi, crying, ran towards the direction of the car. Xiao Yu stepped back to evade the attack from the two and followed behind Lin Shishi as they ran.
Xiao Yu fixed his gaze on Liang Baichen: "Brother Liang, has Lin Shishi already apologized to you?" Liang Baichen sneered: "Stop beating around the bush, what I’m saying is that I want her to spend the night with me!"
Long San suddenly smiled and said: "The rules clearly state that teasing the second sister-in-law will inevitably result in severe punishment from the family. However, as far as I know, that Lin Shishi is not even Xiao Yu's woman. You have harmed so many brothers of the gang for a mere singer; it seems your methods are rather ruthless!" His words instantly turned the situation around.
Xiao Yu and Liang Baichen locked eyes, filled with hatred. Liang Baichen shouted loudly and swung his knife with all his might towards Xiao Yu's carotid artery. Xiao Yu extended his blade to block the full force of the attack, but the tremendous power transmitted through the blade forced him to take two steps back involuntarily. Liang Baichen possessed great strength; although his strikes were not fast, each blow left Xiao Yu's arms numb. As they maneuvered past each other, Liang Baichen kicked Xiao Yu's knee, causing one of Xiao Yu's legs to buckle and kneel on the ground. The loss of blood dulled his reactions, and Lin Shishi closed her eyes in terror. Although the speed of the knife strikes was not fast, each one still numbed Xiao Yu's arms. As they maneuvered past each other, Liang Baichen kicked Xiao Yu's knee, causing one of Xiao Yu's legs to buckle and kneel on the ground. The loss of blood dulled his reactions, and Lin Shishi closed her eyes in terror.
Xiao Yu said word by word: "Liang Baichen is clearly here for you tonight. I do not want a brawl to occur in the nightclub, nor do I want you to be harmed. I promise you that I will ensure you leave here unscathed tonight. If you trust me, just stay by my side"