Chapter 10: My fate is determined by myself, not by others

"Stop!" the female boss shouted in a moment of urgency. Yang Wei turned around and saw the female boss standing up, staring at him. She spoke slowly and deliberately: "Yang Wei, you better think this through. Without Jin Xiu backing you up, going up against Chen Da Na is like courting death!"

Boss, thank you for your care towards me, Yang Wei. However, I believe I have earned this salary from Jinxiu. I do not owe you anything, and you no longer have the right to reprimand me. Yang Wei calmly finished speaking, disregarding Xue Ping's words, and turned to walk out.

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However, after receiving a call from the female boss, Yang Wei felt a sudden jolt in his heart. When he returned to the karaoke bar and walked into the boss's office, he found Wang Huzi already standing there obediently. He thought to himself, this is bad; even Huzi has been called in, which suggests that the situation has escalated. He wondered if the boss was also aware of the extortion incident. That money is still stuffed in his pocket.

The sudden turn of events left Xue Ping somewhat bewildered. She had originally planned to give Yang Wei a verbal reprimand, and if necessary, compensate Chen Da for a bit of money and send a couple of decent-looking young ladies. Although the situation seemed troublesome, it was not without solutions. However, it unexpectedly escalated to this point. Yang Wei, for reasons unknown, had suddenly lost his temper. Usually speaking in a soft voice, today he dared to explode in anger. "You... Yang Wei, you really don't take me seriously. Do you think you can just walk away because I said a few words to you? Do you think this karaoke city can't do without you?" The situation had unexpectedly escalated, and Yang Wei, for reasons unknown, had suddenly lost his temper. "You... Yang Wei, you really don't take me seriously. Do you think you can just walk away because I said a few words to you? Do you think this karaoke city can't do without you? You hit a customer and the club's security, and you think you can just walk away?" Xue Ping appeared to be at her wit's end, her face flushed as she spoke, as if it were she who was resigning, not Yang Wei.

Do you know what identity Chen Danna holds? He is also a shareholder of the entertainment city, holding 20% of the shares, which makes him a major shareholder. Strictly speaking, he is also your boss. You have already dealt with his subordinate, and yet you dare to extort him, asking for 100,000 yuan, as if robbing a bank... Xue Ping became increasingly agitated. Although she did not have a favorable impression of the lecherous Chen Danna, he was indeed a local power broker and an investor in the entertainment city. The establishment of the entertainment city was intended to secure a foothold in the area, which is why 20% of the shares were given to Chen Danna. Now, seeing him humiliated by two of her own security guards, it is truly difficult to figure out how to handle the aftermath.

What on earth is going on? Where did I go wrong? In Xue Ping's eyes, no matter how difficult Yang Wei was outside, he was always very polite to her and sometimes even a bit shy. She never expected that the words spoken today would infuriate Yang Wei. Thinking about him having to face Chen Danna alone, she knew a little about the rules of the underworld. If Yang Wei went, losing an arm or a leg would be considered light; he might even be hit with a blunt object or shot, and losing his life would be of little consequence. Gang conflicts were common in Fengcheng, and there were even cases where the deceased could not be identified.

At this moment, Yang Wei was anxiously standing in the office of the owner of Jinxiu City, beside him was his devoted follower Wang Huzi, both of them looking dazed. Behind the large desk in front of them sat the leader of Jinxiu, Xue Ping.

Sighing, Yang Wei patted Wang Huzi on the shoulder, "Thank you, brother!" Under Wang Huzi's eager gaze, Yang Wei suddenly stepped onto his beloved car, the Happiness 250, revved the engine, and a plume of black smoke roared from the exhaust. The car shot out of the gates of Jinxiu City like an arrow released from a bow, leaving behind the place where he had lived for over a year.

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Am I really in the wrong? Thinking of Yang Wei's mocking expression just now, she felt something was off. Perhaps she had been a bit too demanding of him; this security guard, earning just over 1,000 yuan, was indeed a crucial support. To be honest, she would rather lose a portion of the business at the karaoke bar than lose Yang Wei. Those who have worked in the karaoke and sauna business know that in the legitimate world, any organization can exert control over you, and if they don't take a few layers of your skin, they won't let you have it easy; in the underworld, from petty thugs to influential figures with some background, who doesn't know that the karaoke business is lucrative? If they don't take a few pieces of your flesh, they won't feel comfortable. Without a capable, ruthless, and resourceful subordinate, this matter would indeed be difficult to handle. Yet now, her most prized security guard, the one that made others in Fengcheng envious, had unexpectedly walked away.

Brother, I will listen to you. If you need people or money, just say the word. Wang Huzai is rarely this sincere

What should I do, what to do

"Who is Chen Mingkai?" Yang Wei asked in confusion, then cast an inquiring glance at Wang Huzai, who also shook his head

"It's you I'm talking about, with your cowardly demeanor. Aside from collecting money from the two ladies at the karaoke bar, what else can you do? You smashed the karaoke bar; who do you think you are!" Yang Wei said

"Brother, take me along with you," Wang Huzhi truly is a devoted follower of Yang Wei, regardless of whether Yang Wei is in a state of triumph or despair

What to do, just let it be, do whatever you need to do, how will you survive without me!" Yang Wei said irritably

I quit, I'm done!" Yang Wei said淡淡地.

Brother, I will listen to you!" Wang Huzai jumped up from the ground and hurriedly chased after Yang Wei, who was walking out of the song city, saying, "Isn't Chen Danna coming to cause trouble? Should we, as brothers, prepare in advance?

"Did not hit him, really did not hit Chen Danna, that kid is completely malnourished, how can he withstand the brothers' torment?" Wang Huzai hurriedly interjected, but this was not a false statement

After these events, Yang Wei became a mystery in her eyes, an incomprehensible enigma. To say he resembled the sage Liu Xiaohui would be inaccurate, as his coarse language was clearly not fitting. To suggest he was akin to a eunuch with diminished capabilities would also be misleading; have you ever seen such a masculine eunuch

Yang Weizheng was puzzled as to why Jiao Jiao was not speaking in her usual flirtatious manner today. Then he heard Jiao Jiao's comment and replied irritably, "It's already done, what do you want me to do about it?" He adopted an attitude of indifference. After a moment of silence, Jiao Jiao continued, "How about this, I will invite He Eryong out for a meal, and you two can sort things out."

I am telling you, listen carefully, I am leaving now. You stay put and earn money if you can, or indulge in your desires if you wish. Don't waste your days thinking about harming others or scamming people. If you really get caught, I won't have anyone to support me, my child will have no one to care for them, and my wife will be with someone else. By then, it will be too late for you to regret it!" Yang Wei cursed, and after trying countless educational methods on Wang Huzi, he found that aside from giving this kid a good beating to make him remember, other methods were truly ineffective.

Everyone is talking about how many there were in total! Xue Ping suppressed the urge to laugh and spoke. Ever since the security personnel of the entertainment city, under Yang Wei's leadership, united to sweep away several groups of troublemakers, it has greatly intimidated the entire entertainment industry in the city, making Jin Xiu a recognized safe venue. However, the side effects are also evident; the security personnel, under Yang Wei's leadership, have become increasingly unruly, daring to take action against guests regardless of their status, always resorting to violence first and discussing later. Xue Ping has had to clean up after them on numerous occasions.

Fu Hongmei flipped the note in her hand several times. Having studied calligraphy for a few days, she found herself greatly intrigued by the note. The simple characters, with their iron hooks and silver strokes, danced across the page, embodying the essence of the deep Wei stele style. Moreover, the character for "rice" was surprisingly written in traditional form. As the old saying goes, "A character reflects the person; a character is like a weapon." If this character had been written by a venerable old scholar, someone who had spent a lifetime teaching, or by any other individual, Fu Hongmei would not have been surprised. However, the fact that this character came from Yang Wei made it seem somewhat incongruous. Is this really Yang Wei? The same Yang Wei who has a foul mouth, who injures people with his hands, and who is a small security guard mixing in the nightlife of the singing city?

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In the late morning, I received a call from Jiao Jiao, asking if he had beaten He Eryong. Yang Wei replied affirmatively, saying yes, he did! Then I heard Jiao Jiao curse on the phone: "You fool, He Eryong is from Ping Jie’s hometown and has even worked as her driver. Have you been kicked in the head by a donkey? You dare to hit even the security guards at the club!"

Cut it, at worst I can just change jobs, Yang Wei nonchalantly hung up the phone. In Fengcheng, there are plenty of professional prostitutes, but professional security personnel are definitely in short supply. Given Yang Wei's current reputation, finding a security job in other karaoke bars or bathhouses would be a piece of cake. In fact, many owners of entertainment venues have privately approached Yang Wei; they not only want to poach a few prostitutes but also wish to bring this security guard along with them. If it weren't for Yang Wei's gratitude towards the female boss for recognizing his talents, he would have left long ago. Many owners of entertainment venues have privately approached Yang Wei; they not only want to poach a few prostitutes but also wish to bring this security guard along with them. If it weren't for Yang Wei's gratitude towards the female boss for recognizing his talents, he would have left long ago

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Ah... there are quite a few, three troublemakers drinking at the bathhouse, and two more at the karaoke bar..." Yang Wei said ambiguously, as this matter could not be elaborated upon. If the boss were to find out that besides fighting, he was also involved in generating revenue, who knows how he would view Yang Wei!

What about He Eryong?" Xue Ping asked again

"You really can do it, because that bitch even dares to hit the esteemed guests of the club, and she even hit my driver..." Xue Ping said indignantly

It was not until she heard Yang Wei's gentle snoring that she finally felt at ease, believing a bit of what Sister Wu had said. She couldn't help but feel a sense of regret for the young security guard, who possessed both a hint of righteousness and a touch of wickedness; after all, he had saved her. Lost in thought, Fu Hongmei, already exhausted from the stress and fear, peacefully drifted into slumber.

However, Fu Hongmei, who was just next door, had not yet fallen asleep. Sister Wu tossed her here with a flick of her hand. Although she managed to avoid Chen Danna, being in a strange place for the first time and staying in a stranger's house made her feel somewhat uneasy, fearing that she had just escaped from a tiger's den only to enter a wolf's lair. Although Sister Wu confidently asserted that Yang Wei was definitely impotent, claiming that there had been no reports of him having any encounters with women for nearly a year, and that he had not even been known to have touched a woman, this was what ultimately convinced her to take refuge here.

It was merely a feeling, and Yang Wei did not delve deeper into it. As he pondered, Zhou Gong arrived as promised. Yang Wei, seated on the sofa, emitted rhythmic snores and sank deeply into slumber

In this world, people can be categorized into several types, and beauties can also be divided into various kinds. For instance, some forms of beauty evoke a sense of affection, like the delicate charm of a young girl; some beauty lingers in the mind, like the red plum blossom; some beauty stirs the heart profoundly, especially the allure found in the dance girls of karaoke bars. Yet, there exists another kind of beauty that is noble and untouchable, before which ordinary individuals feel ashamed of their own inadequacies, such as the elegantly poised female boss before me. Yang Wei gazed at the boss, and the only flaw he could discern was that she wore glasses while working—those boundless, exquisitely delicate glasses, which, although slightly detracted from her stunning smile, further enhanced her extraordinary grace.

You all are quite something, even daring to fight the bodyguards in black at the club. Xue Ping's tone carried a hint of anger; she truly did not expect that the driver and bodyguard she had hired from a well-known security company in Shanghai, introduced by a close friend, would end up getting beaten to a pulp by these unknown thugs from Fengcheng. She had heard that he had trained in sanda for a few days. It was not that she cared about the fighting itself; after all, the bodyguard Jin Xiu was not even capable of fighting back! However, this was simply unacceptable in terms of face. Now, being beaten to a pulp by these unknown thugs from Fengcheng was something she could not overlook, and it was not that she cared about the fighting itself; after all, the bodyguard Jin Xiu was not even capable of fighting back! However, this was simply unacceptable in terms of face.

Upon descending the stairs, I immediately noticed the items on the table: a pack of three-flavor noodles, a sausage, and a box of breakfast milk. Beneath the instant noodle box was a note, elegantly inscribed with the words "Cook your own meals at https://www.hetushu.com, and for any matters, call 139035****"

A single remark left Xue Ping speechless, and indeed, it was something she had said while lecturing the security guard

Then He Er Yong and Chen Ming Kai were also beaten by you! Xue Ping raised her head, looking at the two exceptional individuals in front of her, both of whom she had personally promoted, and truly did not know how to handle the situation.

"I won't do it anymore, what should I do then!" Upon hearing this, Wang Huzi, not believing it, asked again. The two were fighting together, and Yang Wei was the backbone; he had not yet had enough of the days when he could hold his head high with Yang Wei around.

Fu Hongmei shook her head in confusion, feeling an increased curiosity towards this enigmatic security guard

There are indeed men who are not fond of wealth, but Xue Ping has never encountered a man who is not fond of pleasure. In fact, she had never seen one before Yang Wei. Among the female members of the club, there is certainly no shortage of wealthy socialites seeking entertainment, mistresses living in empty rooms, and even some strong women from the business world who frequently visit. There are plenty of wealthy individuals, and it is not uncommon to find those who indulge in both wealth and pleasure. However, Yang Wei has never been swayed. Jiao Jiao, who is in charge of the club's business, hinted to Yang Wei, but he pretended to be oblivious. A few managers under him wanted to play matchmaker, but as soon as Yang Wei heard about it, he became furious and cursed, "Do you think I look like a gigolo?" Furthermore, if you bring up such nonsense again, I will make sure you can't take care of yourself. The frightened managers no longer dared to bring up this matter.

Upon returning to the house rented by Yang Wei in Baishui, he directly took out anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medication from the drawer. He also applied a layer of his specially formulated medicine on Fu Hongmei's face. Regarding injury treatment, Yang Wei had been exposed to traditional Chinese medicine during his time as a monk on the mountain, and the old monk Kongxing was indeed skilled in saving lives. He had also learned first aid in the military. Moreover, given his lifestyle, which inevitably involved occasional injuries, these essential items were indispensable.

"So extortion is also something I taught you?" Xue Ping said angrily, "In a few days, aren't you still planning to kidnap someone? I heard that you even used ropes to tie them up, is that also something I taught you?"

It was not until the sun was high in the sky that Fu Hongmei groggily opened her eyes. Looking around at the completely different environment, she suddenly remembered that she had changed places last night. Yes, this was Yang Wei's home. Glancing at the time on her phone, it was already nearly eleven o'clock. Fu Hongmei got up, pushed open the bathroom door, and after washing her face, she suddenly noticed a set of unopened dental care items placed on the sink. A hint of warmth rose in her heart; it seemed that Yang Wei was quite thoughtful after all.

Boss, the person we beat up was because he bullied the security guard and the ladies of the singing club. The money I extorted from him is just compensation for the security brothers and the ladies. If I had known he was a guest of the club, I wouldn't have let him leave at all. Yang Wei said coldly, looking at the usually respected female boss, as it was indeed unexpected for him that she would be so furious at him because of that Chen Dan.

Yang Wei immediately became displeased and said, "What business do you, a young girl, have getting involved in these matters? Stop talking nonsense. That arrogant fellow, and you still want to have a meal with him? You might as well invite him to eat shit!"

"He was the one who acted first. Since he dared to take action, why can't we? If someone wrongs me, I will surely retaliate. Isn't that what you often teach us, boss?" Yang Wei retorted.

"What are you mixing in for? No money, no connections, no skills. The combined education of the two of you doesn't even reach elementary school graduation. Are you relying on your looks to get by? Forget it." Yang Wei said impatiently, "You just stay put, observe for a while before speaking. Don't drag me into this mess. At least you can still treat me to a meal!"

Standing in the manager's office on the fourth floor, Xue Ping watched Yang Wei's vehicle disappear into the distance, feeling as if something had been suddenly drained from her. She weakly collapsed onto the sofa. Although this security guard often caused her trouble, and despite his crude manners and lack of education, resembling all the lower-class individuals she encountered, being somewhat greedy and somewhat mercenary, his presence meant that Xue Ping did not have to worry at all. She usually did not think much of it, but now, she felt as if she had lost something.

He deserves it; that kid is trouble. He hit a security guard at our karaoke bar, and we just..." Wang Huzai said, noticing the displeased expression on the female boss's face, and quickly shut his mouth

A year ago, when Yang Wei was still a small security guard at a parking lot, one day, Xue Ping inadvertently saw Yang Wei. She felt that the not-so-tall Yang Wei standing in the parking lot seemed to possess an intangible charisma, reminiscent of the soldiers from previous generations. His bronze skin, though not handsome, exuded a captivating charm akin to that of a sculpture, especially with the scar on his face, which added an extra touch of valor. It was not just her; several female guests at the club also took notice of this exceptional young security guard. Just like the soldiers of previous generations, his bronze skin, while not conventionally handsome, gave off an indescribable allure, particularly enhanced by the scar on his face, which further contributed to his heroic demeanor. Moreover, over the course of the year, at the request of female guests, there were indeed people who went to introduce Yang Wei to others.

"Brother, why did you hit me again? I didn't provoke you!" said Wang Huzhi, who had been kicked to the ground

This is Chen Danna. Don't try to fool me! Xue Ping said, throwing the account book heavily onto the table

Boss!" Yang Wei calmly changed the way he addressed Ping Jie, saying: "Now in Jinxiu, there is no longer a person named Yang Wei. The matter with Chen Danna is now my personal grudge. Since it is a personal grudge, I will resolve it myself, so you need not worry about it!"

Brother, is it that bastard with the surname Xue who fired you... Damn it, I said long ago that this woman is no good... Brother, if you’re not going to do it, then I won’t either. Let’s gather a few brothers and smash this karaoke place down. Wang Huzi had a look of a lone wolf, and Yang Wei's sudden resignation made him extremely angry

Damn it, I didn't expect this fool to have such a significant background... It's fine, if we can't win, we can run; if we can't fight, we can escape. At worst, we can just change our location. Yang Wei said this, but he truly felt a bit regretful inside. He had just jeopardized his livelihood, getting carried away with joy, and now he had no plan for the days ahead.

Observing the still furious female boss, Yang Wei calmly took out a set of keys from his pocket and placed them on the desk

Yang Wei gave his only bed and quilt to Fu Hongmei, closed the door, and lay down on the sofa. What puzzled Yang Wei was that, although it was their first time together and it was the middle of the night, Fu Hongmei showed no signs of shyness or pretense, which amazed him. Moreover, Fu Hongmei's willingness to endure beatings rather than sell herself in the entertainment city left a deep impression on Yang Wei. It is not that there are no women in the brothel who perform without selling their bodies, but those are often due to their unique market value; they do not refuse to sell because they are unwilling, but rather because they want to sell at a higher price. However, women like Fu Hongmei, who cannot be swayed by money or force, are indeed rare. Especially after learning about this girl's background, Yang Wei's admiration for her grew even deeper. This seemingly fragile yet strong-willed woman truly gave Yang Wei a refreshing feeling.

"You... how dare you speak to me like that!" Xue Ping looked at the usually honest Yang Wei, who actually dared to challenge her. Angrily, she sat down in the boss's chair and said, "Hmph, Chen Danna called and asked me to hand over the person, or else he would withdraw his shares. You think you are capable, huh? He has hundreds of subordinates, including lackeys and workers. So tell me, what should I do!"

Perhaps I am too selfish, pushing him out alone for the sake of business, at the moment when he needed my help the most! Xue Ping now feels utterly helpless; this person, apart from her husband, is the most important person in her life. During the difficult beginnings of her business, this person has been working tirelessly for her, often getting injured and frequently getting into trouble to protect the business of the karaoke city. Moreover, she realizes that Yang Wei's contributions are immense, while all she has given him is a meager monthly salary of just over 1,000 yuan and some meager benefits (the boss probably does not know about Yang Wei's private extortion, otherwise he would not think this way). This person is the most important in her life, and during the difficult beginnings of her business, he has been working tirelessly for her, often getting injured and frequently getting into trouble to protect the business of the karaoke city. Moreover, she realizes that Yang Wei's contributions are immense, while all she has given him is a meager monthly salary of just over 1,000 yuan and some meager benefits (the boss probably does not know about Yang Wei's private extortion, otherwise he would not think this way). This amount of money is hardly worth noticing even to a young lady. Yet he works without complaint for such a small amount, and has done so for such a long time. In comparison, she feels she is truly too selfish.

"Damn it," Yang Wei said as he slapped back hard, followed by a kick. While attacking, he cursed, "Just because you slept with two escorts, do you think you've become part of the underworld?"

"Boss, this is my fault; I will take responsibility for it!" Yang Wei said, glancing back at Wang Huzhi. "Wang Huzhi, this matter has nothing to do with you, so stay out of it!" Seeing that Wang Huzhi did not move, Yang Wei stepped forward, grabbed Wang Huzhi by the collar, and directly threw him out the door, saying, "Damn it, you dare not listen to me? Get lost!" Then, without further ado, he slammed the door shut with a bang.

Both individuals harbored ulterior motives and did not dare to speak, exchanging a glance. Yang Wei was the first to break the silence, as it is usually the case that when leaders receive more money, they must be the first to speak when something goes awry: "Sister Ping, you ask that one!"

Later, Xue Ping promoted Yang Wei to the position of security team leader, significantly increasing his salary and bonuses. Although there were some disputes regarding this matter with the team she had brought from Shanghai, the results proved her judgment to be correct. Under Yang Wei's leadership, the local troublemakers were effectively subdued, and several competitors no longer dared to engage in underhanded tactics. Even the most difficult neighborhood police officers treated Yang Wei with courtesy. As an outsider, she not only established her foothold but also ensured that Jinxiu thrived in a harmonious atmosphere. With a favorable environment and good public security, it became difficult for the karaoke and sauna businesses not to be profitable. Several competitors no longer dared to engage in underhanded tactics, and even the most difficult neighborhood police officers treated Yang Wei with courtesy. As an outsider, she not only established her foothold but also ensured that Jinxiu thrived in a harmonious atmosphere. With a favorable environment and good public security, it became difficult for the karaoke and sauna businesses not to be profitable.

"Boss Xue, my life is mine to control, not yours! I, Yang Wei, am just a good-for-nothing, with a worthless life, not as precious as yours, so you should worry less about this!" Yang Wei looked at Xue Ping and said coldly. He had not anticipated such an outcome today. Perhaps it was Xue Ping's disdain for the young lady and the security guard that had slightly angered him, or perhaps it was her derogatory remark "whore" directed at Hong Mei that provoked him. Maybe it was the sudden realization that in the eyes of his revered female boss, even the likes of He Eryong and Chen Dana held more weight than he did, which infuriated him. Yang Wei, who had never been picky about his surroundings and certainly had no right to be, suddenly felt a deep-seated disgust for the karaoke city, a kind of loathing that arose from the depths of his heart, and without hesitation, he threw away the keys.

"Vulgar, I can't be bothered to deal with you." Angrily, Jiao Jiao hung up the phone

Upon hearing this, both Yang Wei and the other person felt a jolt of alarm, realizing that they had been exposed.

"Yang Wei, what do you mean? Are you threatening me!" Xue Ping's eyes widened, her sharp gaze fixed on Yang Wei. "So, you want to resign!" In the context of Jin Xiu, handing over the keys to the security room and the uniform is tantamount to giving up one's job, just as surrendering a badge to the police or a condom to a prostitute follows the same principle.

"Brother, am I not speaking up for you?" Wang Huzai looked at the glaring Yang Wei, not daring to retort.

Brother, how are you!" Seeing Yang Wei walk out of Jinxiu with a dark expression, Wang Huzai, who had been lurking at the door for quite some time, approached cautiously and asked.

"Bitch, what's wrong with being a bitch?" Yang Wei's mind flashed to Hongmei squatting in the corner, her eyes blazing with the look of being bullied. He suddenly recalled Chen Danna's arrogant demeanor and then looked at the disdainful expression of the female boss in front of him. Upon hearing Fu Hongmei being labeled as a 'bitch,' an inexplicable anger surged within him, and he immediately raised his voice: "If someone chooses to be a mistress or a prostitute, willing to sell or buy, so what? Does that mean she deserves to be bullied and beaten by your bodyguards? ... So, aren't you all making money off of bitches?"

"You... you bastard, go die!" Watching Yang Wei walk out of the office without a word, Xue Ping angrily threw the accounting documents on the desk all over the floor

You assaulted someone last night! The female boss was flipping through a beautifully crafted ledger. Upon seeing Yang Wei enter, she merely lifted her head and did not offer him a welcoming smile as she usually did.