Zhang Family's Second Master and Third Master.
They were the cornerstones of the Zhang family, and now they had returned to the Southern Province Military Command from the capital.
The Zhang family had previously clashed with Ye Longlin over the hotel incident. It was after that incident that the Second and Third Masters of the Zhang family decided to return from the capital. Who knew this person would just decide to stay in the Southern Province and refuse to leave!
This left them feeling very helpless. However, this top figure certainly wouldn't stay in the Southern Province for long, as he was a top leader from the capital and couldn't possibly stay in a small place like the Southern Province for an extended period.
"You're planning to negotiate with Ye Longlin? Are you insane?"
When Zhang Rong relayed this news to Zhang Lingzhi, the Second Master of the Zhang family, the latter's eyes widened in disbelief. He couldn't believe they dared to approach this figure; they must be out of their minds.
Zhang Rong said dismissively, "So what? Now that you're back, and Ye Longlin is causing such a huge stir in the Southern Province, we'll be affected too. So, at present, negotiating is the best option. Besides, we're approaching them with sincerity.
Although Ye Longlin holds the power in the Southern Province now, what about later? If he packs up and leaves, will we be left to bear all the consequences here? Why should we?"
Zhang Lingzhi sighed, "Brother, it's not that I don't want you to do this, but do you know that if this matter isn't handled well, it will be the end of us? And do you know the outcome of this matter? You don't, you don't even know his identity."
Zhang Rong scoffed, "I know he has military status, but in this society, it's all about seniority. Even if he's made great contributions, so what? Can his seniority compare to yours? Can't you easily deal with him?"
Upon hearing this, cold sweat began to bead on Zhang Lingzhi's forehead, and a look of fear appeared in his eyes.
"He can easily deal with us!"
"Brother, do you know why the Third Master and I were transferred back to the Southern Province?"
Zhang Lingzhi suddenly asked, his expression extremely serious.
Zhang Rong shook his head slightly, and Zhang Lingzhi continued, "It's because of Ye Longlin! He's from the capital. Because of the hotel incident, the Third Master and I dared not stay in the capital, so we were transferred back to the Southern Province. Even though Ye Longlin is currently in the Southern Province, he will eventually return to the capital, right?"
The last sentence sounded more like he was talking to himself.
After listening to this, Zhang Rong's eyes widened in shock. It was because the other party held a position in the capital, and offending him, despite subsequent remedial measures, had still scared their family's pillars into transferring back from the capital.
This… this…
"Furthermore, I have explicitly stated that we will side with Ye Longlin. Whether you agree or not, I have already made this decision. If you want to change it, or if you want to lead the family to their demise, I have no objections, but please do not involve the Third Master and me."
Zhang Rong: "..."
With these words, Zhang Rong felt utterly speechless. He had previously wanted to curry favor with the Tian family, but he hadn't expected Zhang Lingzhi to have already clearly chosen a side. What was he supposed to do now?
Besides, with the current situation in the Southern Province, siding with Ye Longlin?
"Are you crazy?"
Zhang Lingzhi snorted, "You're the one who's crazy. That person is the current leader of the military. Even the Third Master and I can be dismissed with a single word. Otherwise, why do you think I'm siding with him?
Do you think the mere Tian family can stir up any significant trouble? Even if they could, it would only be a ripple. Even the person behind the Tian family is no match for him!"
...
"According to news from Qing City, the Ninth Elder of the Tian family has made a move and has already brought people to the Southern Province. This Ninth Elder is very troublesome. He's a person who doesn't play by the rules and handles many difficult matters.
This person is like the dark side of the Tian family, specifically eliminating those who don't abide by the rules for them. Those who have died by his hand have, for the most part, never had their murderers identified.
The Ninth Elder is called Tian Sha, true to his name. He has never appeared in public; one could say Tian Sha has always remained hidden from the eyes of the world. He is like a venomous snake lurking in the shadows, waiting for the Tian family's orders to bite whomever they command."
Yuan Gang reported the latest news. Tian Sha gave him a sense of intrigue, reigniting his hunter's instinct.
Finding such a person provided a much greater sense of accomplishment than dealing with ordinary individuals.
"Additionally, the remaining families are discussing something together tonight. Of course, this matter is still under investigation. The Li family maintains a superior air and hasn't participated in anything."
"Shi Hao and Shi Yi and others have not made any moves yet. Shi Potian arrived in the Southern Province this afternoon and has been staying at the Dragon Investigation Bureau without appearing. However, I have a feeling that his actions will be the quickest among the three sons of the Shi family. He should appear soon."
This was the current situation in the Southern Province. On the surface, it seemed calm, but beneath the waves, turbulence was brewing. No one knew who would be annihilated or who would become history before the next great wave arrived.
After listening, Ye Longlin checked the time. "It's eight o'clock, time to rest."
With that, he put down the newspaper and went upstairs. Midway, he seemed to recall something and turned into Mu Hanqi's room.
Upon entering, he didn't see anyone in the fragrant room but heard the sound of water, indicating she was bathing.
The villa's room windows were made of frosted glass. Although the figures inside couldn't be seen clearly, their graceful forms could be discerned.
Ye Longlin, having never witnessed such a scene before, felt a surge of heat in his heart and, for a moment, lost his bearings.
For Ye Longlin, rationality always came first. Sensing the changes in his body, Ye Longlin was just about to get up and leave, intending to return after she finished bathing. However, just as he was about to exit, the sound of water stopped, and the glass door opened.
As Mu Hanqi emerged, she immediately saw Ye Longlin, and her face turned as red as a blush.
A truly stunning scene of a beauty emerging from her bath!
Like a budding flower, delicate and pitiable, exuding a captivating fragrance.
Having just finished bathing, Mu Hanqi carried the aroma of shower gel. Her hair was damp, and her smooth, long legs were exposed to Ye Longlin's gaze. He swallowed hard, as if some primal urge within him had been awakened.
Mu Hanqi bit her lower lip, like a flower on the verge of blooming, waiting to be plucked.
"Ahem... perhaps you should put on some clothes first? I'll come back later?"
Ye Longlin said, his voice somewhat dry and hoarse.
As soon as he said this, the blush on Mu Hanqi's face spread from her cheeks to her neck, even her earlobes turning a deep red.