The Forsaken's Revenge

Lin Ruohan was startled, her heart clenching.

"Hehe, you don't need to worry," the middle-aged woman said. "I know everything about you, which is why I dared to invite you!"

Lin Ruohan's face darkened. "You investigated me?"

"I wouldn't dare," the middle-aged woman said, shaking her head. "I was only following orders from Mr. Chen to supervise you!"

"You... you all..." Lin Ruohan was furious with these despicable, shameless bastards. Pointing at them, she seethed, "Well done, all of you! Using such vile tactics. Aren't you afraid of retribution?"

"Haha!" The middle-aged woman threw her head back and laughed. "Assistant Lin, you might be overestimating yourself. Let me tell you, my husband is Chen Zheng, the Bai Family's young master and its future Family Head. And you? You're just a secretary. Do you really think your threats can scare me?"

"You..." Lin Ruohan glared at the woman, rage churning in her eyes.

She knew this middle-aged woman was anything but simple. If she could get rid of Chen Zheng, she could definitely have her thrown in jail, too.

"Assistant Lin, you really shouldn't act rashly. You're in a dangerous situation right now. If you don't cooperate, you will suffer!" the middle-aged woman threatened.

"Hmph! If you have the guts, then kill me!" Lin Ruohan shouted angrily and turned to leave.

The middle-aged woman's gaze was icy as she watched Lin Ruohan disappear from sight. Only then did she retract her gaze and sneer, "Do you think I really wouldn't dare?"

...

Lin Ruohan ran out of the company, hailed a taxi, and rushed toward the outskirts of Jiang City.

「In an abandoned factory on the outskirts of Jiang City.」

"Mr. Chen, everything has been arranged. This afternoon, the Jiangbei Group will send someone to take over your position," a man said respectfully to a middle-aged man.

"Hmm, good job. You've worked hard," Chen Zheng said with a wave of his hand. "All of you, go get some rest. I still have some matters to attend to."

"Mr. Chen, you should rest early, too," the man said with a smile. "After running around so much, your body surely can't take it."

Chen Zheng nodded and waved for the man to leave. Afterward, he opened a drawer, took out a small box, opened it, and retrieved a blood-red pill. He gently chewed it a few times.

A moment later, Chen Zheng opened his eyes, a brilliant light flashing within them.

"Hehe, this Blood Essence Pill really is effective!" he murmured, licking his lips as a greedy look surfaced in his eyes. "Just by consuming this, I'll be able to break through to the peak of a seventh-grade Martial Artist."

The Blood Essence Pill was an item he had snatched from the Corpse King of the Hell Demon Tribe. It was an extremely rare Spiritual Medicine, and its powerful effects made it an invaluable treasure. Consuming and refining the Blood Essence Pill could not only enhance one's strength but also improve one's constitution, making the body exceptionally strong.

My current strength has already reached the peak of a sixth-grade Martial Artist, and I'm not far from the seventh grade. Chen Zheng nodded slightly, his face filled with joy.

"Brother Chen, there you are!" At that moment, a familiar voice called out from the doorway as a figure approached.

Chen Zheng turned and saw a young man in sunglasses walking toward him.

"Xiaofei!" A radiant smile spread across Chen Zheng's face. He quickly stood up to greet him. "Xiaofei, you're finally here!"

"Brother Chen, what are you doing here?" Lin Xiaofei asked, confused.

"I was at a business event. I only found out about the incident after it ended," Chen Zheng explained. "I was worried that you and the boss might be in trouble, so I came over last night to check on things." He didn't reveal Lin Xiaofei's true identity to him, as he didn't want his friend to get involved. After all, Lin Xiaofei was the only son in the Lin Family and its future heir.

Lin Xiaofei nodded. "Don't worry, Brother Chen. I'll take good care of myself and the boss. We'll be fine."

Hearing this, Chen Zheng inwardly let out a sigh of relief. "Xiaofei, your timing is perfect. I was just about to ask you to take me for a stroll down the commercial street!"

"Uh, Brother Chen, the mall is really crowded. Maybe you shouldn't go," Lin Xiaofei said with an awkward smile. This guy... he really wants me to take him shopping. How cunning.

"How could I not? There are so many things in the mall I've never seen before. Just take me for a look," Chen Zheng whined playfully.

"Uh, alright then." Lin Xiaofei turned to a bodyguard nearby. "Uncle Li, could you please contact a few tour guides? Brother Chen wants to browse the commercial street."

"Yes, Mr. Lin," Uncle Li replied with a nod.

Watching Lin Xiaofei, Chen Zheng sighed to himself. This kid is a clever devil, using his good looks to charm me into this. Ah, what have I done to deserve this?

「Two hours later.」

"Wow, Brother Chen, the mall is so beautiful! It's even more beautiful than my family's shabby little house," Lin Xiaofei exclaimed in amazement.

"Hehe, Xiaofei, once you become the Family Head of the Lin Family, this place will be your home." Chen Zheng patted Lin Xiaofei's head and smiled. "You can't be like you were before. You have great responsibility now, so you must work hard. In the coming days, I'll teach you some cultivation methods. You have to remember them well!"

"Mm-hm, don't worry, Brother Chen. I'll definitely work hard," Lin Xiaofei nodded, feeling a pang of shame.

He was now a seventh-grade Martial Artist, but in front of Brother Chen, he was a total rookie—not even worthy of being called a martial apprentice. The thought made him feel deeply unbalanced. My aptitude must be higher than his. Otherwise, there's no way he could be this incredible.

"Alright, you guys have fun. I'm going to the restroom," Chen Zheng said, patting Lin Xiaofei's shoulder before walking away.

Watching Chen Zheng's retreating back, a hint of jealousy and resolve flashed in Lin Xiaofei's eyes. Brother Chen, I will catch up to you.

「Outside the restroom.」

As soon as Chen Zheng neared the restroom, he saw three people standing outside: two men and a woman. The woman and one of the men appeared to be around his age.

Chen Zheng frowned slightly. He looked at the girl and asked, "Who are you looking for?"

The girl was very pretty, with a curvaceous figure. She wore a black dress and black leather boots, a look that was both innocent and sexy. Her long legs were slender and straight, flawlessly showcasing her perfect figure. The other young man, who looked to be around twenty, was also very handsome. However, his gaze toward Chen Zheng was somewhat cold.

"Brother Chen, is this your new friend?" the girl asked with a gentle smile.

"What do you want with me?" Chen Zheng's brow furrowed.

"Heh, Brother Chen, we are employees of the Lin Corporation from Jiangnan City," the man surnamed Zhao said with a faint smile. "My last name is Zhao, and his is Song. We've come specifically to discuss a deal with you."

"You want to discuss business? What kind of deal?" Chen Zheng raised an eyebrow.

"We would like to invite you to be our guest in Jiangnan City. If you're interested, you can return with us to the Lin Corporation," said the man named Zhao.

Chen Zheng frowned. "Sorry, I'm not interested in business."

"Hahaha!"