"Brother Lu Fan, shouldn't we leave first?" Lin Ke said worriedly, "Granny Guihua said not to cause trouble when we're outside, or she'll be unhappy."
"We don't seek trouble, but we don't fear it either. If he bullies you, how can I stand by?" Lu Fan stated directly, "Moreover, if this issue isn't resolved, he won't let it go!"
"You know me well, kid!" Manager Zhao sneered, "You're in big trouble today. Even the King of Heaven can't save you!"
Unfortunately, before he could finish speaking, his body was violently sent flying. Lu Fan kicked him under the table, his body trembling, his face ashen with extreme displeasure, having never been targeted like this before.
"You don't know the immensity of heaven and earth!" Lu Fan said indifferently, "Even if you can call for backup, I will make you submit!"
While taking action, Lu Fan had already notified Han Yunhai. It was likely that the Qinglongmen would arrive soon. By then, Lu Fan wouldn't need to lift a finger; Manager Zhao would likely be unable to cope.
"What exactly happened?" A man with glasses walked in, accompanied by four or five other figures. Each of them was strong and imposing, not like ordinary people.
"Little brother-in-law, you're finally here!" Manager Zhao quickly said, "If you hadn't come any sooner, I would have been beaten to death!"
"Who dares to be so bold as to act in my establishment?" The man with glasses spoke with an unfriendly tone. Though he appeared refined, he was clearly no pushover.
"Are you the owner of this establishment?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "If you want to do business, do it properly. Hiring such a scoundrel as management means this place doesn't need to stay open."
Many employees were astonished. Lu Fan's words were too arrogant, even making them worry. They knew very well that the restaurant owner had powerful backing, otherwise, he wouldn't be so presumptuous. Lu Fan looked like a student with no apparent skills. If things truly escalated, it wouldn't be a trivial matter.
"Little brother speaks so wildly. Do you have a significant background?" The man with glasses narrowed his eyes. "If not, why would you speak in such a manner?"
"I'm just offering a kind suggestion. If you don't listen, I can't do anything about it," Lu Fan shrugged.
"Little brother-in-law, why waste words with him? Break both his arms and teach him a lesson," the bald man shouted loudly. "You don't know the immensity of heaven and earth, daring to stir up trouble on the Tai Sui's head!"
The man with glasses frowned. Lu Fan's words were arrogant, and he didn't seem to take them seriously. If he truly had a background, the man with glasses would be hesitant.
"What, afraid to act?" Lu Fan smiled. "If you're afraid, then do as I say. Kowtow and apologize, and perhaps I can forgive him!"
"It's the rules of the road, brother. If you're from the underworld, you should announce yourself. If the dragon king's temple is flooded by the wrong water, you can't blame me," the man with glasses narrowed his eyes. "Tie this kid up for me!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the five men stepped forward, holding hemp ropes, preparing to act against Lu Fan. Lin Ke was terribly frightened, unsure of what to do. Sister Liu stood by, filled with worry, but dared not step forward to plead. She was just an employee, insignificant in front of the boss.
"You should think carefully. If you choose to act, you might regret it for life," Lu Fan said with a calm expression. "Apologize now, and perhaps it's still not too late."
"Stop pretending. Kid, even if you were the King of Heaven, we'd make you look bad," the bald man cursed. "The humiliation you just inflicted will be repaid tenfold!"
The man with glasses no longer hesitated. He had seen many people like Lu Fan. If he truly had a background, he would have revealed it long ago.
"What do you want to do!" Lin Ke'er walked out and stood in front of Lu Fan. "I don't want my wages, just let us leave."
"Pah! You dare to haggle over your meager wages here?" the bald man scoffed. "Neither of you will leave today!"
Lin Ke looked helpless. She had been an orphan since childhood, always yielding in everything, and no one had ever stood up for her. In these past few days, everything Lu Fan had done for her had brought her warmth. She didn't want anything to happen to Lu Fan.
"Ke'er, step aside. These few are not worthy," Lu Fan said, crossing his legs with a calm expression. Sister Liu shook her head from the side. She had initially sympathized with Lu Fan, but now she didn't care. Lu Fan was too arrogant, not knowing how to avoid the sharp edge.
"Why are you all standing there blankly!" The man with glasses said coldly, "Tie this kid up! I want to see how long he can keep up this act!"
The men did not hesitate and moved towards Lu Fan.
"Let's see who dares to lay a hand!"
As the men approached Lu Fan, a cold voice echoed through the restaurant. Outside, rows of neat vehicles stopped. More than ten figures emerged from the cars, dressed in suits and ties, walking with vigor. Each of them was an exceptional fighter.
Xiao Bailong arrived at the restaurant and respectfully saluted Lu Fan, "Greetings, Mr. Lu!"
"Greetings, Mr. Lu!" Dozens of figures surged into the restaurant, all greeting Lu Fan with imposing presence. The surrounding employees were terrified, having never witnessed such a scene. Sister Liu stood aside, looking incredulous, her heart filled with turmoil.
"Mr. Lu?" The man with glasses frowned and looked at Xiao Bailong. "Young brother, although you have many people, you must at least have a reason for doing things..."
Before he could finish, the man with glasses was kicked flying by Xiao Bailong. "Damn it, you have too much to say! How dare you offend Mr. Lu? You're tired of living!"
The bald man's face turned ashen. He now understood that Lu Fan had some background, otherwise, he wouldn't have called so many people.
"Don't be arrogant. My little brother-in-law knows people from the Qinglongmen. They'll make you regret it," the bald man threatened. "If you don't believe me, you can try. Just don't regret it later."
The people brought by Xiao Bailong burst into laughter. They were precisely from the Qinglongmen. What the bald man had just said was a huge joke.
"Tell me, who do you know from the Qinglongmen?" Lu Fan stood up and laughed, revealing a cold glint in his eyes. Xiao Bailong also frowned. If Lu Fan blamed him for this matter involving the Qinglongmen, it would be a huge problem, as he was well aware of Lu Fan's importance to the Qinglongmen.
"Master Hei from the Qinglongmen!" the man with glasses said coldly. "You're in big trouble today!"
"If I'm not mistaken, you're referring to Hei Zi, right?" Xiao Bailong clenched his fists. "With him alone, you think you can be so arrogant? If it weren't for his some capabilities, he would even want to join my Qinglongmen?"
"You are also from the Qinglongmen?" The man with glasses was shocked. "Truly, the dragon king's temple has been flooded by the wrong water. One family doesn't recognize another!"