strokinit Chapter 9 Arrogant at First, Respectful Later
Chapter 9 Arrogant at First, Respectful Later
Jin Chun Restaurant.
In the central ballroom, the newcomers left the stage, and the popular singers took the stage, accompanied by even more dancers, instantly making the atmosphere in the restaurant even more lively.
A melodious song rang out from the singers in the ballroom.
"Xiao Tao Hong is pretty and has a charming figure. Her singing voice is still so beautiful. I'd be willing to give up ten years of my life to have her for one night."
"Don't even think about it. Little Peach Blossom's sugar daddies are all powerful figures. If you keep talking so recklessly, you'll get killed before you even get to sleep with anyone else!"
"That tiny waist is so beautiful! I wish I could get closer and chat with her!"
The men in the hall scanned the alluring figure of the singer, Xiao Taohong, their eyes burning with intense lust, wishing they could have her right there and then!
Normally they appear refined, but in this environment, they hardly conceal their inner beast.
"Get out of the way, a good dog doesn't block the way."
At that moment, a group of people barged in.
He shoved aside the person blocking his way with a fierce shove.
The waiters saw this but didn't dare to approach.
The people who were hit wanted to yell back, but after seeing who it was, they all resigned themselves to their bad luck and even took the initiative to bow and apologize.
Most people who come here looking for fun know Shenhe, the leader of the Meiyu Gang, because he is someone they can't afford to mess with. They need to remember him, or they'll be in big trouble.
Shenhe was extremely ruthless, and those who offended him never had a good ending. There were quite a few people in the county who were ruined and killed by him, but Shenhe still lived a carefree and happy life.
Because the people in Shenhekeng are basically ordinary people with no background.
"Second Young Master, the Meiyu Gang has arrived."
"It was a full half hour later than the agreed time."
Sun Dapao glanced at the time on the clock inside the Jin Chun Restaurant and was furious.
After the establishment of the Republic of China, Western timekeeping methods began to be used in the country, and iconic clock towers were built one after another in the city so that passersby could see the exact time.
People who could afford it would carry timekeeping devices such as pocket watches or wristwatches with them, and those from well-off families would also have clocks or wall clocks at home so they could know the time clearly.
However, this method of timekeeping has not yet spread in rural towns, where most people still use traditional methods.
"Calm your mind and calm your breath."
Yang Jian remained calm and unaffected.
He continued watching the performance in the dance hall.
The performances here were even more interesting, more exciting, and more open than he had imagined.
Without regulation, people here know how to have more fun.
These performance techniques are only a part of what has been passed down from big cities.
Although Sun Dapao was puzzled by what he heard, he still obeyed.
"Bang!"
The door to the private room was violently flung open, and several burly men walked in laughing.
"Young Master Yang, I'm so sorry for being late today. Something urgent came up in the gang!"
"To express my apology, all of Young Master Yang's expenses today will be charged to me."
Shenhe sat casually opposite Yang Jian and spoke to the waiter who followed him in.
He apologized verbally, but his expression showed no concern whatsoever.
Why bother with a spoiled brat who can get so engrossed in watching dancing? Just give him a perfunctory response.
If the person in front of him hadn't been lucky, he would have already died at the hands of his men!
"Does Chief Shen think I, Yang Jian, can't afford it?"
Yang Jian withdrew his gaze, his tone icy.
This Shenhe really doesn't take him seriously at all.
Shenhe frowned slightly after hearing this.
"Second Young Master, that's not what our leader meant."
"Our gang leader wants to apologize to the second young master."
Seeing that things were not going well, Jin Rong quickly took over the conversation.
Shenhe's actions today made him feel that something was wrong, but at this time, he still couldn't provoke Yang Jian.
Regardless of Yang Jian's character, he is a member of the Yang family.
"Second Young Master, I was wrong today. I will punish myself by drinking three cups of wine to apologize to you."
Seeing this, Shenhe also sensed that Yang Jian's attitude was wrong, and quickly softened his stance.
He doesn't have the strength to stand up to the Yang family right now. Although he feels aggrieved, he still has to back down.
He stood up and downed three glasses of baijiu in quick succession, his expression unchanged.
"Second Young Master, what do you think?"
"If that's not enough, we'll apologize together."
Seeing that Yang Jian hadn't spoken, Jin Rong cautiously asked.
He could clearly sense that the Yang Jian he saw today was completely different from the Yang Jian he had encountered before, making him completely unpredictable.
In the past, he could basically understand Yang Jian's thoughts as long as Yang Jian spoke.
"Please sit down!"
Yang Jian remained expressionless and said calmly.
Upon hearing this, Shenhe, Jinrong, and the others found seats and sat down. Their arrogant expressions had vanished, replaced by kind and ingratiating smiles.
"It was my father's arrangement that I invited all the heroes of the Meiyu Gang here today."
"Some time ago, while I was boating on the lake, I accidentally fell into Yunxi Lake and almost drowned."
"I originally thought it was an accident, but according to my father's investigation, the person who caused me to fall into the water was actually related to the Meiyu Gang."
"So, is it the Meiyu Gang that wants to kill me?"
As Yang Jian spoke, he leaned forward, his gaze sweeping over the members of the Meiyu Gang.
It was as if they were searching for someone who wanted to kill him.
Upon hearing this, the members of the Meiyu Gang felt a chill run down their spines, for they naturally understood what Yang Jian meant by those words.
The people who were just sitting up suddenly stood up quickly.
"Second Young Master, this must be a misunderstanding."
"We are loyal to the Yang family; this must be a frame-up."
"Second Young Master, you know my..."
The leaders of the Meiyu Gang hurriedly offered explanations, fearing they would be accused of assassinating Yang Jian.
"Second Young Master, our Meiyu Gang is completely loyal to the Yang family and would never do anything to harm you."
"I guarantee with my life that no one in the gang would harm the Second Young Master."
Shenhe's expression changed slightly, but he reacted quickly and immediately swore an oath.
He knew the situation of the Meiyu Gang better than anyone.
He did not use anyone from the Meiyu Gang to assassinate Yang Jian, but instead used someone with whom he had a very secret relationship.
Shenhe was confident that no one would know about this relationship.
Actually, he was startled when he heard Yang Jian say that the assassin was from the Meiyu Gang, but after he realized what was going on, he guessed that Yang Jian was just trying to trick them.
Jin Rong, who was standing to the side, showed a slight change in expression and his gaze swept over the members of the Meiyu Gang.
During this period, he had a vague feeling that there seemed to be some changes within the Meiyu Gang, but these changes were not very obvious, giving him a sense of illusion.
"The person who attacked me was not from the Meiyu Gang."
Yang Jian said slowly.
Upon hearing this, the members of the Meiyu Gang felt relieved.
"But they have close ties with people in your Meiyu Gang."
As soon as Yang Jian finished speaking, the members of the Meiyu Gang felt a chill run down their spines.
Shenhe, in particular, had his pupils constrict, his whole body tense up, and he became anxious and apprehensive. His right hand moved slightly backward, reaching for the weapon at his waist.
"Li Erniu from your gang is that man's neighbor."
"The two had drinks together and were very close."
Yang Jian spoke again, and the Meiyu Gang members breathed a sigh of relief.
Li Erniu is just an ordinary gang member, insignificant. If Yang Jian wants to cause trouble for him, he can simply hand him over.
Shenhe withdrew his right hand, feeling a chill on his back.