As the commercial van approached the plaza, a tall figure suddenly darted out and intercepted Chen Yang with an outstretched hand.

Who else could it be but Tang Lan?

"Hey."

Tang Lan walked over to the driver's side, tapped on the glass, and pursed her lips slightly, her eyes flickering restlessly. "I, I'm here to apologize. I was wrong before."

"Sorry."

Chen Yang glanced at her. "Move aside, I'm in a hurry."

"You..."

Tang Lan's brow furrowed in anger. She had already apologized, so why was he still so dismissive?

But soon, her expression softened, and she adopted a more humble attitude. "I was upset earlier and lost control, taking it out on you. I admit my mistake."

"Grandpa said if you're free tonight, you should come over to our house for a casual dinner."

Chen Yang withdrew his gaze and rolled up the window, then drove off.

Tang Lan: "..."

Watching the van disappear into the distance, Tang Lan's face turned beet red and her cheeks puffed out. "Do you have to be so cold? I already apologized, and it's the first time I've ever apologized to anyone!"

She took two steps forward, planting her hands on her hips and grinding her teeth. "And—and it's my birthday today!"

"So what if you're a little more powerful? What's there to be so arrogant about? This young lady doesn't care anyway!"

"TCH!"

"If Grandpa hadn't forced me to come, I would have never apologized to you!"

She spat disdainfully on the ground before turning and leaving in a huff.

「By Weiyang Lake, in a private club.」

"DAMN IT!"

Hearing the dial tone, Guo Yang first froze in shock, then smashed his phone on the ground, cursing loudly. "What the hell was that?"

"What's wrong?" Li Chen asked.

Guo Yang quickly replied, "It must be that woman's man or something. He started questioning me the moment he spoke, saying he's already here and that we should prepare to welcome him."

"Oh?" Li Chen's interest was piqued. He shook his head slightly. "Call him back."

"You got it!" Guo Yang grinned malevolently.

Soon, the call connected.

"Listen up, you dog! Mr. Li wants to speak with you," Guo Yang yelled into the phone before handing it to Li Chen.

"Kid, are you that woman's boyfriend or her husband?" Li Chen asked, still a bit bleary as he pinched the bridge of his nose. "It doesn't matter. In any case, I've taken a fancy to her. She's excellent in every respect, and I am very satisfied."

"Since you're here early, do me a favor and bring her with you."

"As for what happens after, whether you want to keep her or toss her aside is your decision, of course."

Chen Yang held the steering wheel with one hand, his face expressionless as he waited for the man to finish.

Li Chen continued, "You'd better do as I say. Once I've set my sights on someone, they can't escape my grasp, no matter how incredible their abilities are."

His family background was terrifying, commanding immense power, especially among the elite of Cangyun City. And Li Chen was one of the foremost figures among them. The reputation of Cangyun City's eight great families was not just for show.

"And then?" Chen Yang replied coolly.

"Heh heh..."

Li Chen burst out laughing.

What an idiot, daring to act tough in front of me, the young master of the Li family. How utterly ridiculous.

Anger is a natural human emotion.

But anger without the strength to back it up is the most useless thing in the world.

The smirk on Li Chen's face grew wider.

"Kid, you'd better give up all your unrealistic fantasies. For your woman, I not only spent several million in cash, but I also have to deal with that loser Su Ling."

"I've already paid the price. Do you really think it's realistic for me to get nothing in return?"

These words made Chen Yang's brow furrow slightly.

This was clearly a highly unusual situation. He and Qin Qiu had only moved in yesterday, and they hadn't even met all the neighbors yet, but someone was already coming after them? They were obviously being targeted. And Su Ling was being targeted, too. So, the other party's main target was Su Ling, and after finding his house, they just naturally decided to drag Qin Qiu into it as well?

Chen Yang had never met anyone so brazen and arrogant.

Or were all the rich young masters in Cangyun City this arrogant, looking down on everyone?

But it didn't matter. The bottom line was, Chen Yang was furious.

"Kid, just be a good boy and keep me happy. I might even give you a handsome reward. You know what to do, right?"

After snorting a line of white powder, Li Chen leaned back comfortably on the sofa, laughing with wild arrogance.

"I'll be there soon."

To Li Chen, this was a clear sign of submission, which only made his laughter grow more unhinged.

I thought he'd try to act tough for a little longer, but he turned out to be a total coward. Look at him, already rushing over so eagerly. HAHA! This is going to be fun.

"Sensible enough. I'll be waiting for you." Li Chen hung up the phone and turned to Guo Yang. "Where's that good-for-nothing Su Ling?"

"He should be at home," Guo Yang replied.

"Keep a close watch on him," Li Chen ordered. "As soon as he appears, bring him here immediately. I'm going to teach him a proper lesson on how to conduct himself."

"Yes, Mr. Li!"

Beside them, Jiang Ying was overjoyed. Swaying her hips, she handed a peeled apple to Li Chen and said with flirtatious charm, "You're so good to me, Mr. Li. I'm so touched."

"I heard you have a friend's birthday party to attend tonight?" Mr. Li waved a hand dismissively. "Go on, then. I'll handle things here for you."

"Thank you, Mr. Li. I'll come see you again tomorrow."

Seeing Li Chen nod, Jiang Ying picked up her purse and sauntered out.

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