BOOM!

Those words were like a vicious slap to Bai Chenglong's face.

His expression instantly turned deathly pale.

He stared at Yuan Guohai in shock, unable to believe what he was hearing.

Yuan Guohai snorted coldly and continued, "War God Pei is a man who has made immense contributions to our country. As his former subordinate, how dare you insult him like this? Bai Chenglong, you're just a Soldier King from the Western Region war zone. I won't deny your high status there, but in the presence of the War God, what are you?"

To be frank, if the current War God of the Western Region, Yang Fan, hadn't personally called and asked him to look after Bai Chenglong, Yuan Guohai would never have picked him up from the airport, let alone come running at the summons of a single phone call.

Bai Chenglong's face grew even paler, but he could no longer hide the venomous hatred in his eyes.

Yuan Guohai ignored him, turning instead to Pei Donglai and asking respectfully, "War God Pei, what exactly is going on here?"

Pei Donglai held nothing back and gave Yuan Guohai a detailed account of what had happened.

When Yuan Guohai heard that Bai Chengfeng had been killed by Su Qingning's husband after attempting to use a poisonous curse on her, he fell silent.

To think this beggar-like man was actually capable of killing someone… and all because Bai Chengfeng had pushed him to it.

"Bai Chenglong, I can't take him away for you. You should let the police handle this. I believe the law will bring justice to everyone here," Yuan Guohai said in a low voice.

Yuan Guohai was annoyed by Bai Chenglong's earlier disrespect toward Pei Donglai. However, Bai Chenglong was ultimately one of Yang Fan's men, the War God of the Western Region. Even if one disregards the monk, one must still respect the Buddha. That was why Yuan Guohai tried to persuade him kindly.

Bai Chenglong snorted coldly.

"There's no need to trouble General Yuan. I'll call our War God myself. I'm sure he will see that justice is done for me," Bai Chenglong said icily.

As soon as he finished speaking, a hearty voice suddenly rang out.

"There's no need for that!"

Following the voice, the security room door was pushed open.

An old man with white hair, dressed in a military uniform, walked in. He was clearly of a much higher rank than Yuan Guohai.

Although the man had a kind and benevolent face, his bearing carried the imposing aura of a superior who commanded respect without needing to show anger.

Upon seeing him, Yuan Guohai was shocked.

"Elder Meng, what brings you here?"

Indeed, the newcomer was none other than Meng Daohuo, the commander of the Jinling Military District.

Meng Daohuo smiled. "The Western Region command just called me to help handle a small matter."

His voice wasn't loud, but it boomed like thunder in everyone's ears.

Pei Donglai's expression instantly darkened. It seems the Western Region command already knows about this. That means my captain is in big trouble.

Pei Donglai was genuinely anxious, but he knew there was no point in worrying.

After all, I'm just an ordinary citizen now.

Yuan Guohai was also surprised by Meng Daohuo's arrival.

The Western Region command must place great importance on Bai Chenglong; otherwise, they wouldn't have dispatched a major figure like Elder Meng to handle this personally.

When Bai Chenglong saw Meng Daohuo, he was startled. He never expected him to appear here.

But what shocked him even more were the words Meng Daohuo had just spoken.

He was actually sent by the Western Region command to handle this matter!

Once the shock subsided, a wave of ecstasy washed over Bai Chenglong.

I can't believe the Western Region command already knows! And they even sent Elder Meng to personally seek justice for me!

Lin Xiao, however, showed not the slightest reaction to Meng Daohuo's arrival. He was still leisurely sipping his tea as if all of this had nothing to do with him.

"Who is Bai Chenglong?" Meng Daohuo asked with a smile.

"Elder Meng, that's me!" Bai Chenglong replied hurriedly.

Meng Daohuo nodded and was about to speak.

But his gaze suddenly fell upon Pei Donglai.

Meng Daohuo's eyes flew wide open, his expression instantly turning to one of excitement.

"Pei Donglai? Is that really you?" he asked, his voice trembling.

"Old Leader, it's me," Pei Donglai confirmed with a bitter smile.

A flash of anger crossed Meng Daohuo's face.

He angrily punched Pei Donglai on the shoulder.

With a look of sheer exasperation, Meng Daohuo scolded, "You bastard! Where have you been for the last six months?"

"Old Commander, I've just been here in Jinling City, working as a security guard at this bar."

"Nonsense! You're the renowned War God of the Western Region! What kind of foolishness is this, holing up in a bar?" Meng Daohuo bellowed.

"Old Commander, it's actually quite nice. At least, I think so."

"Shut up! You're coming with me later!" Meng Daohuo's voice carried an undeniable authority.

Hearing this, a sour feeling welled up inside Bai Chenglong.

If he and Pei Donglai hadn't had a complete falling out, he would have been ecstatic right now. After all, Pei Donglai was his god, his idol. He would have been thrilled to see so many important people showing such concern. But now that they were enemies, watching one big shot after another fuss over Pei Donglai left a bitter taste in his mouth.

"Old Leader, we can talk about that later. Aren't you here to handle another matter?" Pei Donglai reminded him.

Meng Daohuo nodded.

"Fine, I'll deal with this first. But you are coming with me afterward, no matter what. Do you hear me?"

Pei Donglai gave a few bitter chuckles, not knowing how to answer.

When Bai Chenglong heard Meng Daohuo was now going to handle his matter, his heart leaped with excitement.

He feigned indignation and said, "Elder Meng, thank you for upholding justice for me. All I ask is that you bring my brother's murderer to justice!"

Meng Daohuo's brow furrowed slightly, as if he didn't understand what Bai Chenglong was saying.

Pei Donglai was about to say a few words in Lin Xiao's defense.

But Meng Daohuo suddenly asked, "Bai Chenglong, what do you mean by that?"

Bai Chenglong froze. What? Isn't Elder Meng here to deal with the fact that this filthy beggar killed my brother?

"Elder Meng, if I may be so bold, what matter did the Western Region command ask you to handle?"

"Oh, the Western Region command instructed me to inform you that you have been discharged from the military," Meng Daohuo stated calmly.

BOOM!

The words struck Bai Chenglong like a bolt of lightning. He was utterly stunned.

How could I suddenly be discharged from the military?

"Elder Meng, what... what's happening?" Bai Chenglong asked, his voice quivering.

"The report says that you used your family visit as a pretext to abuse your power and aid evildoers, a serious violation of military discipline. Therefore, you are being discharged. Oh, and by the way, you must return to your unit tonight to receive your official punishment."

SWOOSH!

All the color drained from Bai Chenglong's face as fear completely consumed him.

Meng Daohuo didn't spare him another glance.

Instead, his gaze landed on Lin Xiao.

"You little rascal! You came all the way to Jinling City and didn't even stop by to see me. You deserve a good spanking."

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