"Take a step back?"
"For Chen Guang's sake?"
If it were anyone else, they might have agreed, but Ye Longlin was no ordinary person. Even in the capital, others would yield to him.
When had he, Ye Longlin, ever needed to consider someone else's reputation?
"If the person you called is only this much, then we can conclude this early."
Ye Longlin spoke slowly, his magnetic low voice causing Chen Guang to frown involuntarily.
Clearly, he hadn't expected the young man in front of him to be so arrogant!
He had already revealed his identity, yet the other party still spoke as if this was all they had.
Wasn't this a bit too presumptuous?
"Young man, don't aim too high. I am already the ceiling among the influential figures you can possibly encounter.
I have already understood the situation; it was your child who caused harm to Lai Meiyun's son. An apology is not a difficult matter.
Moreover, for us at this level, medical expenses are merely a number. A small sum of money as compensation should not be difficult for you, sir, right?"
Chen Guang also wished to de-escalate the situation. It would be better to act as a mediator and gain favor from both sides.
The most crucial point was that everyone studying here had some connections or background.
As the Governor of Nan Province, he relied on these people to achieve political accomplishments, so he naturally couldn't offend them easily. It wasn't that he *couldn't* offend them, but there was no need to.
Who knew when he might need their help?
When it comes to conflicts, everyone involved is a person of consequence. There's no need to make mortal enemies.
Ye Longlin chuckled softly, "Governor Chen Guang of Nan Province."
"When did the upright Governor Chen become a mere accessory to the Yang family? Or perhaps, your temperament changed after being demoted from the capital to Nan Province?"
Upon hearing this, Chen Guang's pupils contracted sharply!
This person in front of him actually knew about this past affair. It shouldn't be possible; he had been in Nan Province for over ten years. By all accounts, this matter had long since passed, and no one should know about it.
"Who exactly are you?"
Ye Longlin looked at the mirror in front of him. Through the reflection, he could clearly see the fear in Chen Guang's eyes, even the astonishment.
As a dignified governor, he had forgotten how long it had been since he last felt this chilling sensation.
Was it five years ago? Or ten years ago? Or twenty years ago?
Chen Guang, in his fifties, stared at the background before him, finding it increasingly familiar.
Lai Meiyun was clever, but at this moment, she didn't notice Chen Guang's expression and became even more arrogant.
"Are your ears deaf? Or did you not hear Governor Chen? Kneel down and apologize immediately, beg for my forgiveness, and I might spare you!"
"I'll give you one minute to kneel before me, or I won't mind making you disappear from Nan Province!"
With Chen Guang supporting him, he feared nothing and even wanted to laugh maniacally.
Seeing Ye Longlin remain silent, Lai Meiyun's demeanor shifted completely.
"The Chen family has stood in Nan Province for so many years, and never has anyone dared to slap my Chen family's face like you. Your courage is commendable, but that's all it amounts to. I can tell you clearly, if you don't apologize, I will make you disappear, erase you completely from this world."
Ye Longlin stood up. Lai Meiyun instinctively took a step back.
She had already developed a sense of fear towards Ye Longlin, a mysterious, inexplicable fear.
"Your words are tiresome."
Ye Longlin reached out his hand from afar, his fingers forming a claw. He grabbed Lai Meiyun by the neck and flung him forcefully, sending him crashing onto the ground outside.
Anyone hearing that would feel their scalp tingle.
"It's you!!!!"
The moment Chen Guang saw Ye Longlin, his pupils constricted, then constricted again.
Finally, upon seeing Ye Longlin, a face surfaced in Chen Guang's mind, and he stumbled back several steps!
Ye Longlin smiled and nodded slightly, "Yes, Deputy Officer Chen probably didn't expect me to be alive, did you? Do you regret not being able to kill me back then?"
Chen Guang's gaze upon him revealed a sinister grin on his lips, "It was indeed a pity not to have killed you back then, but it doesn't matter. Since we've met today, killing you is simple, isn't it?"
The chase back then had been initiated by Chen Guang. After injuring Ye Guohui first, it led to the escape route that spanned the north and south of Great Xia. If not for Chen Guang, the events of that time would not have transpired.
At that time, Ye Guohui was the captain of the Wolf Warriors team, and Chen Guang was the deputy captain. He was also an in-law of the Ye family, raised by them. During the pursuit, Chen Guang first got Ye Guohui drunk. The blade missed his heart because Ye Guohui had reacted in time.
After that blow, Chen Guang did not pursue further, as he was no match for Ye Guohui; pursuing would have only been a suicide mission.
Later, under the power of the Ye family, Chen Guang retired and entered politics. Over the years, the Ye family had invested considerably in him, and he had not disappointed, reaching the position of governor, thus fulfilling his obligations to the Ye family.
The events of that time had been a turning point in his life, so he remembered them exceptionally clearly. He would forever recall Ye Guohui's bewildered eyes, which often appeared in his dreams.
And at that time, Ye Longlin was present, witnessing the scene unfold.
"Now, crushing you is as easy as crushing an ant."
Ye Longlin chuckled lightly, taking a step forward. His figure moved like a phantom, appearing before Chen Guang. He extended a hand and seized his throat.
Chen Guang's eyes widened. He felt his feet lift off the ground, and a sense of terror washed over him.
"I haven't neglected my martial arts over the years!"
Chen Guang's eyes suddenly turned blood red. Breaking free from Ye Longlin's grip, he lunged forward with a punch towards Ye Longlin.
Although Chen Guang, who had achieved Martial Aspect cultivation, was not exceptionally powerful, he was enough to rank among the top in a small place like Nan Province.
Ye Longlin shook his head, "Still not enough."
He placed his hands behind his back and took a step forward. A powerful aura emanated from him, sending Chen Guang flying backward!
Seeing Chen Guang sent flying, Lai Meiyun was stunned.
This was the Governor of Nan Province, and that young man dared to attack the governor?
Was he crazy?
Stomp, stomp, stomp—
At this moment, the sound of hurried footsteps approached, and Lai Meiyun's spirits lifted.
"They're here!"
After being thrown out by Ye Longlin, Lai Meiyun was determined to kill Ye Longlin that day, so she had called the group of people who had been clearing obstacles for them recently to take action.
Their origin was not important; their utility was what mattered most.
"Ye Longlin, you're finished! You dared to hit Governor Chen, you must not want to live!"
"Fine, today I will deal with you on behalf of Governor Chen, to prevent you from causing further losses!"