Fang Yu lifted his head, face full of misery, and held up five fingers: "Brother Ye, they only offered five million."

"Damn, isn't that bullying!" Mai Gu exploded on the spot.

Ye Guichen finally understood.

They were targeting Fang Yu, who had no one to rely on, trying to force him into submission.

They must have had their eyes on Fang Yu for a while, but Mai Gu's sudden involvement gave them the perfect excuse to kick him out.

"Alright, I got it." Ye Guichen patted Fang Yu on the shoulder: "Fang Yu, I'll ask you this now, if you want to continue running the martial arts hall, I'll invest the money for renovations, hire coaches, and staff. You manage it for me, and this Tianhe Martial Arts Hall stays open."

"Brother Ye…" Fang Yu was about to speak but was interrupted by Ye Guichen: "Don't rush to answer, listen to me first."

Fang Yu nodded, eagerly looking at Ye Guichen.

Ye Guichen continued: "Of course, if you don't want to run the hall, I can buy it outright. Since I'm buying it, I'll ensure your safety. If you're in any danger, I won't sit idly by."

After saying that, Ye Guichen crossed his arms: "Consider these two options, no matter which one you choose, I won't refuse."

Fang Yu bit his lip, rubbing his hands repeatedly, clearly struggling internally.

Among the two conditions, the first one seemed better for him.

But Fang Yu, despite his young age, was very smart.

If he chose the first, Ye Guichen might invest the money but wouldn't protect him.

If someone wanted to trouble him, Fang Yu knew he wouldn't be able to protect himself.

But Ye Guichen's second condition, though it meant losing the hall, it also meant having Ye Guichen's protection.

Mai Gu, having listened, glanced at Ye Guichen and quickly understood his intention.

Ye Guichen wasn't in a hurry. He said to Fang Yu: "Fang Yu, we've known each other for a while, you don't need to rush. I'll come find you tomorrow, and you can tell me your decision then."

He then turned and gave Mai Gu a look, preparing to leave.

Fang Yu quickly stood up: "Brother Ye, I choose the second option."

"Oh?" Ye Guichen stopped, looking at him with interest: "Are you sure?"

"I'm sure!" Fang Yu nodded vigorously: "Moreover, I won't take advantage of you. I'll sell it to you for thirty million, the rest is my protection fee."

Ye Guichen was taken aback.

Fang Yu indeed was very sharp.

"No need, fifty million, I'll buy it." Ye Guichen laughed heartily and, without being polite, said to Mai Gu: "Master Mai, since Fang Yu is selling it to me, we won't be modest either. Fifty million, get the handover done. Once the paperwork is complete, have someone renovate it according to the previous style."

"Ah?"

Mai Gu was excited about the hall being sold to them but was confused by the latter part.

Fang Yu was also dumbfounded: "Brother Ye, aren't you opening a Chinese Medicine Hall?"

Ye Guichen waved his hand: "There are plenty of places for Chinese Medicine Halls. This martial arts hall is your spiritual support, I wouldn't just take it away."

Seeing Fang Yu's grateful expression, Ye Guichen stopped him from speaking further: "Of course, since I've bought this place, I'm the boss. I can hire you to work for me, and I must ensure your safety. But because of this, you must listen to everything I say. And you won't be able to buy this hall back, ever."

Fang Yu opened his mouth and nodded vigorously: "I understand. Brother Ye, whatever you say, I'll do."

"Good!" Ye Guichen, seeing the matter was settled, pulled Mai Gu aside, instructing him on the handover with Fang Yu. Noticing Mai Gu's disgruntled expression, he couldn't help but laugh: "Master Mai, I know you want to turn this place into a Chinese Medicine Hall, but don't worry, Shennong Sect isn't just run by you alone."

Then he pointed to the side, seeing Mai Gu's puzzled face, he whispered: "Master Mai, how about the Nandu Martial Arts Hall next door?"

"What do you mean?" Mai Gu didn't understand.

Ye Guichen explained: "I mean, let's acquire Nandu Martial Arts Hall and turn it into Shennong Hall."

"Of course it's better." Mai Gu's voice rose, then quickly lowered: "Sect Leader, are you joking? Their business is doing great, why would they let us open a Chinese Medicine Hall? Don't joke about this."

Nandu Martial Arts Hall not only had a larger area but also a superior location compared to Tianhe Martial Arts Hall.

Money wasn't the issue, but Nandu Martial Arts Hall was highly profitable, even for a billion they might not sell.

Ye Guichen didn't bother arguing: "Master, you keep an eye on this place. As for Nandu Martial Arts Hall, I'll handle it."

Ignoring Mai Gu's disbelief, he gave Fang Yu some instructions and then left Tianhe Martial Arts Hall, heading to Nandu Martial Arts Hall's entrance.

Last time, Ye Guichen first came to Jinling and kicked Nandu Martial Arts Hall, disabling their star coach Ding Fei.

Many people at the hall already recognized Ye Guichen.

Upon seeing him, some immediately turned and fled in fear, seemingly to report his arrival.

Ye Guichen wasn't in a hurry, he entered the hall casually and stood at the front desk, smiling at the receptionist.

The receptionist had a delicate face with shallow dimples. Not recognizing Ye Guichen, she felt uneasy under his gaze and forced a smile: "Sir, are you here to sign up for martial arts classes?"

Her timid voice had a tender quality, which made people feel affectionate unconsciously.

Ye Guichen didn't rush, shaking his head: "Learning martial arts is not interesting. I was thinking, such a beautiful lady like you would make a great guide at a Chinese Medicine Hall."

The receptionist was stunned, not comprehending his meaning.

However, flattered and seeing Ye Guichen's handsome face, her heart couldn't help but race: "Sir, if you want to sign up, let me register you first. Right now, we have a promotion…"

While speaking, she took out a brochure to introduce.

Ye Guichen placed his hand on the brochure: "Miss, what's your name?"

"I…"

The receptionist didn't know how to respond, a bit confused.

As a receptionist, Liu Xinyi had met all kinds of people.

But she had never encountered someone like Ye Guichen, who didn't follow the usual script.

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