Upon hearing Luo Xiu's words, the room fell silent instantly as all eyes converged on him.

"This Luo Xiu is really pushing his luck. He doesn't know when to quit!"

"President Guan was about to leave, and yet he..."

"Does he really think he's invincible just because he landed a few cheap shots on President Guan?"

"I bet President Guan only decided to back down because Elder Gui is here. Otherwise, how could he possibly win a two-on-one fight against both President Su and Elder Gui?"

"..."

Some of the Martial Association disciples began to whisper among themselves, their gossip as vicious as that of old whores in a brothel.

Cao Hong, who had been about to leave, stopped in his tracks. He turned slowly to face Luo Xiu, a strange, almost amused grin spreading across his face as anger got the better of him. "Country bumpkin, I guess I was being too nice to you, huh?"

Expressionless, Luo Xiu walked straight up to Cao Hong and, without a word, raised his hand to strike.

This time, however, Cao Hong was prepared. Alert, he leaped backward to create some distance.

"Hmph, no real skill, just a fondness for sneak attacks!"

But his feet had barely left the ground when Luo Xiu's hand shot out like a claw, grabbing his collar and yanking him forward with immense force.

SMACK!

Luo Xiu slapped him across the face. The slap wasn't delivered with much force, but the sound was crisp and clear. It caused no real harm to Cao Hong, but the humiliation was extreme.

Cao Hong's face flushed a deep, furious red, and he ground his teeth so hard they nearly shattered.

"Country bumpkin, you son of a—"

SMACK!

Another slap cut him off. Luo Xiu looked at him with mockery in his eyes and chuckled softly. "Don't just squawk like a woman. Running your mouth won't solve anything. Come on, hit me."

Cao Hong roared and threw a punch at Luo Xiu.

But Luo Xiu didn't even deign to look, simply raising a hand and catching the fist with ease.

CRACK... CRACK... CRACK...

In the next moment, Luo Xiu squeezed Cao Hong's hard fist, producing a series of sickening cracks, as if the bones were being displaced. Cao Hong trembled all over from the pain, his body finally giving out as he dropped to one knee.

He was over two meters tall, but kneeling, he was now significantly shorter than Luo Xiu.

Luo Xiu looked down at him indifferently, released his fist, and then drove his knee straight into Cao Hong's chin.

Cao Hong let out a piteous scream as his bear-like frame was sent flying backward. Unhurried, Luo Xiu followed, pinning him to the ground with a foot before unleashing a simple and brutal barrage of punches and kicks.

The field was now completely silent, pierced only by Cao Hong's miserable screams. Guan Changyun and the other Cao Family martial artists could only watch, their fists clenched so tight their knuckles were white. They desperately wished they could tear Luo Xiu to pieces, but none of them dared to make a move.

Several minutes later, Luo Xiu seemed to have finished venting and gradually stopped.

Cao Hong lay on the ground in a twisted position, his body twitching intermittently. His face, swollen like a pig's head, was covered in blood that was also streaming from his mouth and nostrils. It was a pitiful sight.

BOOM!

With a casual kick, Luo Xiu sent his hefty body flying, landing perfectly at Guan Changyun's feet.

"Take him back home and have his family teach him some discipline. Also, I'm making it clear right now: from this day forward, whenever I see him, no matter the time or place... I'll beat him every single time."

Guan Changyun's expression was grim. He said nothing, simply motioning for two Cao Family martial artists to carry Cao Hong away before turning to leave. Though he hated to admit it, he had to: this young man named Luo was terrifying.

To an outsider, the slaps on the practice field might have looked like Luo Xiu lacked martial virtue and was using dirty tricks. But anyone with a discerning eye could see the truth: Guan Changyun had been completely powerless to resist. As a Martial Arts Grandmaster, being caught off guard by a single slap could be excused. But to be slapped repeatedly... that was a clear display of superior strength.

A short while later, Su Shanyue approached Luo Xiu, supporting Su Guobang.

"Doctor Luo, I truly didn't expect this... Not only are your medical techniques unparalleled, but your martial skills are also extraordinary. We owe you a great debt for resolving today's crisis. I will never forget the kindness you have shown us," Su Guobang said sincerely.

Luo Xiu waved his hand dismissively. "It was nothing. Besides, I had my own score to settle with Cao Hong. Elder Su, please focus on your recovery. I'll be heading back now."

Su Guobang cupped his fist. "Doctor Luo, take care."

At that moment, A Gui also stepped forward, his attitude deeply respectful. "Mister Luo, I've arranged a car to take you."

Both elders had witnessed the strength Luo Xiu displayed when he publicly humiliated Guan Changyun, the legendary Grandmaster. It was obvious that a man this formidable was someone they needed to build a good relationship with.

Afterward, Luo Xiu left the Martial Association headquarters with Sun Li and Su Shanyue, returning to Sea City Riviera.

The three of them, one man and two women, were chatting and laughing as they walked in the door, only to find they had a visitor. She was a stunning beauty, tall and buxom, with looks that could rival Sun Li and Su Shanyue's. Clad in a tight leather top and pants, her fiery figure was all the more alluring.

It was Boss Huang's personal bodyguard—Wu Xin.

Of course, "Wu Xin" was just her underworld moniker; as for her real name, no one knew. She was as cold and detached as ever, seemingly living up to her name, which meant "Heartless."

She looked impassively at Luo Xiu. "I was discharged from the hospital today. Thank you for your help with my injuries."

Luo Xiu glanced at the suitcase beside her and smiled. "If you only came to thank me, I doubt you would have needed to bring your luggage."

Wu Xin stated bluntly, "I'm going to live here."

"Oh, great!" Sun Li ran up cheerfully and hugged Wu Xin's arm. "Xiu," she said to Luo Xiu, "let me tell you, Wu Xin works for my aunt. I've known her for a long time. Just let her stay here, okay? This way, our Most Red girl group will have another member."

Luo Xiu considered for a moment, then nodded. He figured that since Wu Xin was close to Boss Huang, he might be able to learn some otherwise inaccessible secrets through her. "She can stay, but she has to pay rent."

Wu Xin met his gaze. "How do you want me to pay?"

Luo Xiu gestured toward the spacious courtyard outside the living room and smiled. "All those flowers and plants need tending to. From now on, that's your job."

Wu Xin was taken aback. "That's it?"

Luo Xiu countered, "What else? Were you planning to pay with your body?"

At his words, Wu Xin fell silent.

Sun Li shot Luo Xiu a sideways glance and muttered, "Old pervert."

Luo Xiu continued, "That aside, what I'm more curious about now is... why have you suddenly decided to come live here?"

Wu Xin glanced at Xu Qianqing before answering honestly, "Because I must stay by the Young Miss's side at all times to ensure her safety."

Hearing this, Luo Xiu and the others frowned, their gazes shifting to Xu Qianqing.

"Young Miss?" Sun Li gave Xu Qianqing a peculiar look. "Hey, Qianqing, don't tell me you have some secret identity?"

Xu Qianqing gave an awkward chuckle and looked helplessly at Wu Xin. Earlier, when she had been home alone, Wu Xin had shown up out of nowhere, insisting on calling her "Young Miss" with great reverence. Wu Xin had even mentioned that her own surname was Chu but refused to give any more details, leaving Xu Qianqing thoroughly frustrated and confused.

Luo Xiu also studied Xu Qianqing for a moment before shaking his head, deciding not to probe. "Alright, Qianqing, you can go start on dinner."

"Okay, sure."

At this, Wu Xin's brows furrowed in disapproval. "The Young Miss is of noble birth," she said to Luo Xiu. "How can you ask her to cook?"

Luo Xiu raised an eyebrow in surprise. "Then why don't you do it?"

"Fine, I will!"

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