“Sister, don't worry!”
“I don’t care who they are. Since they dare to bully us, I guarantee they will pay a heavy price!”
Qin Chuan said to Li Ya, his voice deep and powerful, as if he were suppressing some emotion within him.
“Xiao Chuan!”
Li Ya’s eyes welled up with tears. She nestled tightly in Qin Chuan’s arms. Having someone to rely on felt so good; she instantly felt more grounded.
Qin Chuan stayed in Li Ya’s office for about an hour before leaving.
“Dao Ge, you’re coming with me. The other brothers will stay here and guard. No strangers are allowed in!”
“If anyone dares to force their way in, beat them hard. As long as no one dies, I’ll take responsibility for it all!”
As Qin Chuan drove out of the garment factory, he gave the strictest orders to the brothers guarding the entrance.
“We understand, boss!”
After receiving clear instructions, a group of brothers clenched their fists, their eyes frequently scanning several idle figures in the distance.
Their cold gazes made the idle figures uncomfortable, as if they were being stared at by a pack of hungry wolves.
Longxing Hotel was located on East Street, Yongnan County. It was in a bustling area and boasted first-class facilities, making it one of the best places to stay in Yongnan County.
In the afternoon, a Mercedes-Benz with a distinctive “tiger head” front suddenly stopped in a patch of shadow, like a ghost.
“Boss, we’re making our move!”
Zheng Chengdao opened the car door.
“Go, act according to my instructions!”
Qin Chuan said calmly.
Behind his Mercedes-Benz, more than a dozen motorcycles followed. Each motorcycle carried two people, all wearing helmets, obscuring their faces.
The imposing formation was awe-inspiring.
After Zheng Chengdao got out of the car, he walked up to a motorcycle, took a helmet, and put it on. He commanded, “Let’s go!”
Rumble!!
The roar of over ten motorcycles erupted simultaneously, echoing through the quiet alley. It startled stray dogs into barking and mice into scurrying into holes. Some residents poked their heads out, wanting to see what was happening, but as soon as they saw the scene below, they quickly ducked back inside in fright.
More than ten motorcycles set off together, heading straight for Longxing Hotel.
In the Mercedes-Benz, Qin Chuan rolled down the window, lit a cigarette, and watched quietly.
At the entrance of Longxing Hotel, when the more than ten motorcycles stopped, tall figures wearing helmets walked in. The staff inside and the two security guards were stunned and bewildered.
They couldn’t figure out who these people were or what they intended to do.
Just then, the person at the front coldly asked, “Call your boss out. I have something to say to him!”
“Are you… are you here to stay? Or to take a bath?”
The staff member asked bravely.
“If I told you to call your boss, just hurry up and do it! Why so much nonsense!”
A chilling voice suddenly cursed.
This scene thoroughly frightened the staff. They didn’t know who their boss had offended and quickly made a phone call.
“B-boss, you need to come down quickly, there’s trouble!”
In less than two minutes, the owner of Longxing Hotel hurried downstairs.
He was a man in his forties, with small eyes, single eyelids, and a short crew cut, looking very shrewd. His name was Zhao Rong.
Seeing such a grand display, over twenty people in helmets of unknown identity, Zhao Rong was also a bit flustered.
He didn’t remember offending anyone. What was going on?
Being able to open a hotel in a place like Yongnan County and make it a success, Zhao Rong was no ordinary character. He knew many people from all walks of life and had experienced many things.
So, after only a few seconds of bewilderment, he quickly regained his composure, pulled out a cigarette, and smiled as he stepped forward.
“My esteemed heroes, what is this situation?”
“Are you here to stay or take a bath? We’re having a special promotion today, so whether you’re staying or bathing, it’s half price…”
“Boss Zhao!”
Before Zhao Rong could finish speaking, a man wearing a helmet stepped forward, put his arm around Zhao Rong’s shoulder, and said in a low voice, “Let’s talk somewhere private!”
“You…”
Zhao Rong’s muscles stiffened. Just as he was about to react, the figure seemed to have anticipated this and preemptively pressed his palm downward, controlling Zhao Rong’s right arm.
Feeling the immense strength in his arm, Zhao Rong’s expression turned fearful because he knew he was no match for this person.
“Boss Zhao, we mean no harm. Let’s talk somewhere private!”
The figure said again.
Zhao Rong forced down his inner fear and followed the person to an empty guest room.
After closing the door, the figure took off his helmet, revealing his true face.
“Dao Ge, is that you?”
Zhao Rong’s eyes widened in disbelief. He then sat down on the bed and wiped the sweat from his forehead. “You scared the hell out of me! I thought I’d really run into some bandits!”
Zheng Chengdao looked at his old friend and grinned, “You’re such a coward. Where’s that fierce and driven spirit you used to have? You’re this scared by such a small show of force?”
“Get lost. Brother, I’ve already washed my hands of that life. I’m a law-abiding citizen now!”
Zhao Rong cursed.
Zheng Chengdao grinned and looked at his former good brother, saying seriously, “Zhao Rong, let’s not chit-chat. I need to talk to you about something.”
“Is there a group of people from Pingyang City staying at your hotel? And a woman named Huang Lianqin?”
“Yes, why?”
Zhao Rong asked, confused.
“Kick them all out. Don’t let them stay anymore!”
Zheng Chengdao said, “We will cover all your losses!”
“No, why is that?”
Zhao Rong was shocked. He naturally knew who Huang Lianqin was, but precisely because he knew, Zhao Rong realized that Zheng Chengdao should have no enmity with her, and strictly speaking, no connection at all.
“No reason. This is an order from our boss!”
Zheng Chengdao said calmly. “Our boss said that from now on, he won’t allow Huang Lianqin and her group to stay in Yongnan County any longer!”
“Whether it’s a hotel or anywhere else, no! Not even sleeping on the streets!”
Zhao Rong’s eyes widened. “Your boss… Qin Chuan, when did he have a feud with Huang Lianqin… Oh, I see!”
Zhao Rong was halfway through his sentence when his expression suddenly became enlightened.
He thought of the relationship between Qin Chuan and Li Ya, and the fact that Li Ya and Huang Lianqin, who was currently staying at the hotel, had always been at odds. This mother and daughter had caused quite a stir in the county town over the Butterfly Garment Factory incident.
Many people knew about it!
Considering Qin Chuan’s current powerful influence, his ruthless methods, and his formidable subordinates who had repeatedly caused trouble for Han Shifei, Zhao Rong hesitated for only a moment before nodding quickly.
“No problem, it’s just a small matter. Please give my regards to your boss!”
“I will convey them!”
Zheng Chengdao smiled, then put his helmet back on, covering his face.
“Then we’ll be heading to the next place!”
With that, he strode out of the room.