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"We can't just let that kid off so easily, can we?"

The burly man standing nearby couldn't help but ask.

"What can we do? You know the situation in the city right now. Liu Chongshan has some connections with Zhangjiabao, and Yanshan City is no longer a place to stay for long. Do you want to cause any more trouble at this critical juncture?"

Master Lin raised his eyelids slightly, his tone indifferent.

Those present fell silent upon hearing Lin Yuanwai's words.

They didn't know what to say.

After all, since the head of the family, Master Lin, had said so, what else could they do?

Moreover, everyone present knew, to some extent, what kind of person Lin Hong was.

If someone beats you up now, it's most likely because of your own actions.

However, in the past, relying on the Lin family's power, no matter whether Lin Hong was right or wrong, there were always people to back him up and help him get revenge.

However, the target is different now. The other party is a disciple of Yueshan Martial Arts School, and is highly valued by Liu Chongshan. Even if they want to make a move, they have to think twice.

"You two tell me the truth. If, after my investigation, the situation differs from what you've said, don't blame me for being impolite!"

Master Lin turned his gaze and spoke again to the two guards who were standing respectfully in front of him.

These two were the guards he had arranged to accompany Lin Hong to Blackwater Street today.

"It's the head of the family..."

The two guards couldn't help but sigh when they saw this.

At the same time, the way he glanced at Lin Hong revealed a hint of hidden annoyance.

Such incidents occur frequently within the Lin family, often caused by Lin Hong's mischief.

Today they all know what happened. If it weren't for Lin Hong constantly threatening them on the way back, forcing them to change their testimonies and for their father to arrange for someone to silence Su Hao, it would have been a huge loss.

They already revealed what happened today.

"Father...this..."

"Alright! Go back and rest, I'll take care of this!"

Master Lin waved his hand to interrupt Lin Hong, sounding somewhat impatient and tired.

He has been busy with family relocation plans lately, which has taken a lot of his time and energy.

Now, with Lin Hong causing him this trouble, he feels even more disappointed and exhausted.

How can someone like that inherit the Lin family business in the future?

Upon hearing this, Lin Hong clenched his fists tightly.

But considering his father's current mood and attitude, he dared not say anything more.

But deep in his eyes, there was a deeply hidden resentment and hatred.

He never expected that, at this critical moment, his father would not stand up for him.

He was, after all, a young master of the Lin family. Yet now he had been beaten to a pulp, losing all face, while his father stood by, hesitant and cowardly!

"Su Hao...!!"

Lin Hong roared with resentment in his heart, but in front of his father, no matter how much he resented him, he could only obey his father's arrangements.

He was then helped by several servants and walked out of the courtyard.

The burly man dismissed the remaining guards, sending them back to their respective duties.

"Brother, when I left the city today, the soldiers guarding it were very strict, and the number of refugees outside the city is much larger than last month. I heard that these refugees have formed an organization called the Mangshan Alliance, which specializes in robbing passing caravans. If we want to leave, we'll probably have to find another way to take our money out..."

After leading everyone away, the burly man glanced at Master Lin.

I recounted what happened to me today.

The city is currently in turmoil, and many families with some wealth but not a strong enough background are choosing to leave the city to avoid this unrest.

The Lin family was no exception.

The Lin family was originally a merchant family in Qingyun City, but due to a family tragedy, they were eventually hunted down by their enemies and had no choice but to flee to Yanshan City.

However, after settling here for several decades, Yanshan City began to experience turmoil again.

"If possible, spend half of the money to smooth things over. As long as we can leave Yanshan City safely, we can earn more money anywhere!"

Master Lin sighed and made a decision.

He had experienced such power struggles before, and it was impossible to avoid being caught in the crossfire.

The Lin family was purged because they chose the wrong side, while their enemies chose the right side and ultimately wiped the Lin family out of the city.

This experience kept him constantly vigilant.

As soon as he noticed anything amiss in the city, he would immediately take his family and leave.

I never want to get involved in the struggles between these powerful forces.

"Yes, I understand, brother!" The burly man nodded, then, as if remembering something, said in a low voice, "Hong'er was in the wrong first, but that kid from Yue Shan Martial Arts School was indeed too unruly. Brother, you should go and negotiate with Liu Chongshan first, and see what he has to say. If he doesn't give us an explanation, don't blame me for teaching that junior a lesson!"

"I understand. I'll explain these things to Liu Chongshan and get his answer. Don't worry about it too much for now. Let's focus on transferring the assets out first. After that, we'll deal with that kid properly!"

Master Liu waved his hand, his tone becoming increasingly cold.

I am quite angry about what that kid named Su Hao did today!

But he had to teach Lin Hong a lesson in the first place, which is why he had to tell Lin Hong in that way that being too arrogant would eventually lead to trouble.

But this doesn't mean he ignored Lin Hong's situation.

However, the most urgent task now is to resolve the family's future and financial issues, so Lin Hong's matter can only be temporarily put on hold.

"Hmm..." The burly man nodded in agreement.

After they finished speaking, the two turned and left the courtyard.

...

boom!

In an elegant side room of the Lin family home, Lin Hong slammed his hand hard on the wooden table in front of him as soon as he entered.

With a single palm strike, Iron Mirror shattered the entire wooden table into pieces. Wood chips littered the ground.

"Husband... what's wrong with you?"

Hearing the noise, Xia Yingying, wearing a purple tight-fitting dress, also came out from behind the screen.

Upon seeing the wooden table fragments scattered on the ground and Lin Hong's head wrapped up like a pig's head, the woman's pretty face changed color, and she quickly walked over.

"Get out of here!"

Lin Hong suddenly waved his hand, shoving Xia Yingying, who was right next to him, flying away. She fell to the ground with a muffled groan.

Xia Yingying was completely stunned by this.

Somewhat at a loss, she looked at Lin Hong in disbelief.

She never expected that the other party would actually attack her. Was this still the charming and humble man she used to know?

"Husband...? Yingying...what did I do wrong to make you so angry? If I am truly wrong, then I am willing to correct myself for you..."

Xia Yingying looked at the other person's eyes, which were filled with murderous intent and resentment—a look she had never seen before.

She felt a chill run down her spine, fearing that the other party might do something terrible.

She could only ask timidly, her eyes filled with tears.

Her pitiful appearance made the resentment in Lin Hong's eyes fade away and replaced with a sense of clarity.