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Upon hearing Ye Xuanyuan's words, Zheng Wushuang and the others' expressions instantly darkened.

Although they hadn't known Ye Bai for long and didn't have much of a relationship, they still had a close connection.

But in their eyes, Ye Bai was still much more pleasing to the eye than Ye Xuanyuan.

Ye's eldest son has never had a good reputation in the elite circles of Jingzhou.

Especially after she feared for her life and sent the Ye family's adopted son to the Qin family to take his place in a marriage, her despicable image reached its peak.

Young masters from prominent families like Zheng Wushuang, Li Fengyun, and the Xie brothers, with impeccable credentials, disdain associating with him.

This was only because the news of Ye Xuanyuan's plan to drug and rape Zhu Daji hadn't spread yet; otherwise, the eldest son of the Ye family would instantly become a rat crossing the street, the kind that everyone would want to kill.

However, Ye Bai was, after all, an adopted son of the Ye family, and this was a family matter for the Ye family, so they shouldn't interfere.

Faced with Ye Xuanyuan's sarcasm, Ye Bai did not get angry. He simply nodded and said in a calm tone, "Big brother is right. I am indeed quite lucky."

If the Ye family hadn't adopted him from the orphanage and sent him to guard the mountains for the sake of the Ye family's fortune, he wouldn't have met the Old Celestial Master, and he wouldn't be who he is today.

From this perspective, Ye Xuanyuan was not wrong.

But to say that he owes the Ye family is a joke.

Without his hard work in the mountains, the Ye family wouldn't have the foundation they have today, and they wouldn't even be able to get into the circle of the wealthy families in Jingzhou.

"Young Master Ye, it seems your little brother from the orphanage is truly an ingrate, completely ungrateful for the Ye family's kindness in raising him!"

"Tsk tsk tsk, how could someone like this become the Qin family's son-in-law? Heaven is truly blind!"

Just then, a strange laugh came from the side, and someone walked over.

It turned out to be Zhao Wuyai, one of the three sycophants of Queen Qin, who was also an old acquaintance of Ye Bai!

This young master of the Zhao family was still dressed in his signature style: a flashy white suit, slicked-back hair, and a cigar in his mouth, exuding the air of a gangster boss.

The venom in her eyes as she looked at Ye Bai was almost tangible, like a poisonous snake ready to devour its prey.

There's no way around it. Ever since Ye Bai returned to Jingzhou, if Zhao Wuyai claims to be second to none, probably no one would dare to claim to be first.

Not only did he lose this bar to Ye Bai in the equestrian betting, but he also had his leg broken by the racehorse, a serious injury.

Although he has been discharged from the hospital, he still sometimes walks with a limp, and even when he's playing with female celebrities, he's a bit out of his depth.

Zhao Wuyai could never let go of such a deep-seated hatred.

If his father, King Yan, hadn't specifically warned him not to act rashly at this time, he would have already sent people to take action against Ye Bai.

The hatred in his heart cannot be quelled unless this adopted son of the Ye family is killed.

That's why he recently got together with Ye Xuanyuan.

Since they shared a common enemy, they naturally hit it off immediately.

Otherwise, in the past, he would have looked down on someone like Ye Xuanyuan as well.

"Zhao Wuyai, is this a place you should be? Who let you in?"

Ye Bai glanced at the young master of the Zhao family, then waved to the bar security guards and ordered, "What are you all standing there for? Throw this guy out. From now on, make sure Zhao Wuyai and his dogs are not allowed inside."

"This……"

The security guards were stunned and looked at each other blankly.

They were all long-time employees who had worked at the bar since it was still under Zhao Wuyai's control, so how could they not recognize their former boss?

They also knew exactly who the other party was and their background.

Could we possibly expel the young master of one of Jingzhou's most prestigious and powerful families?

In fact, not only were the security guards shocked, but everyone else was also dumbfounded.

Completely unexpectedly, Ye Bai's response to Zhao Wuyai's sarcastic remarks was so simple and crude.

To equate Zhao Wuyai with a dog and then have security guards kick him out—such an act is probably something few people in the entire Jingzhou would do.

"Mr. Zhao, I'm sorry, please..."

After hesitating for a moment, the bar's security captain finally mustered the courage to speak.

There's nothing you can do; exes are just exes, and they're making money off their current partners.

Compared to Boss Ye today, Boss Zhao of the past is nothing.

However, just to be on the safe side, the security captain was still quite polite.

"Ye Bai! Are you prepared to fight me to the death?"

Zhao Wuyai didn't move, standing there staring intently at Ye Bai, his expression growing increasingly sinister.

"Ye Bai, what kind of attitude is this? How dare you be so rude to Young Master Zhao! Apologize to Young Master Zhao right now!"

Ye Xuanyuan, who was standing to the side, also spoke up to reprimand, but a look of wild joy flashed in his eyes.

Keep going! It would be best to take action right there and smash their heads open like dog heads!

Ye Xuanyuan inwardly screamed, wishing the conflict between Ye Bai and Zhao Wuyai would intensify.

Regardless of the circumstances, Ye Bai was nominally an adopted son of the Ye family, and his younger brother.

He can reprimand the other party and use his status to intimidate them, but he cannot openly resort to harsh measures.

That would damage the reputation of the Ye family, which was the bottom line that his father, Ye Wentian, could not accept.

Especially after so many things have happened recently, the good reputation that the Ye family has painstakingly built up over the past ten years is now in jeopardy.

Moreover, Ye Bai is now the son-in-law of the Qin family, and it is said that he is very much favored by Old Madam Qin, which is like having another protective charm.

Therefore, Ye Xuanyuan could only act secretly, and he had to ensure safety, preferably succeeding on the first try.

If Ye Bai could be killed by someone else before anything else could be done, that would be a win-win situation.

Zhao Wuyai and the Zhao family behind him have never been benevolent.

If Ye Bai were to completely enrage the young master of the Zhao family, his fate would be predictable.

Ye Xuanyuan was filled with anticipation.

To his surprise, before Ye Bai could even speak, Zheng Wushuang suddenly stepped forward.

"Zhao Wuyai, Ye Xuanyuan, this is a gathering I organized today. Are you planning to sabotage my event?"

Zheng Wushuang's tone was calm, but a sharp glint began to flash in his eyes.

There was no doubt that Mr. Zheng was somewhat angry.

"Fine, you're lucky today, kid. I'll give Boss Zheng face and not hold it against you!"

Zhao Wuyai's expression changed slightly, and after a cold snort, he turned and left.

However, he did not leave the bar, but moved away from Ye Bai's table and went to a seat by the window across the street.

"Xiaobai, I'm not trying to be mean, but you really need to change your temper. How dare you offend the eldest son of the Zhao family? Fine, I'll go apologize for you. After all, I'm your brother!"

Ye Xuanyuan shook his head and went to Zhao Wuyai's place as well.

He was the one who started the trouble, yet he's now acting like he's cleaning up his brother's mess. It has to be said that when it comes to hypocrisy, the eldest son of the Ye family is top-notch.

However, this also shows that Zheng Wushuang has considerable influence. Even Zhao Wuyai and Ye Xuanyuan would not dare to disrespect him easily.

"Ye Bai, give me some face and don't kick me out today. After all, we're all in this industry, and it won't do us any good if we completely fall out."

Zheng Wushuang looked at Ye Bai and said with some helplessness.

Among the younger generation of wealthy families in Jingzhou, he was considered an elder brother figure, and naturally, he was also seen as a peacemaker.

"No problem, I'll do whatever you say, Boss Zheng."

Ye Bai smiled and nodded, but his gaze remained fixed on Zhao Wuyai and Ye Xuanyuan.

He had a feeling that these two guys had come here suddenly for some ulterior motive.