The Supreme Beauty Fell in Love with Me

At this thought, the security guard's mind exploded like a bomb. It seemed like he had missed something. He immediately panicked.

"It's over..." the security guard muttered.

"I... I'll go notify the boss right now." Another security guard was equally scared, hurriedly sprinting toward the hotel.

Inside Kato Takashi's office.

Under the guidance of the assistant, the security guard rushed in, flustered.

"What's the matter? Why are you so flustered?" Kato Takashi asked.

"Boss, there's trouble." The security guard hurriedly said, "There are a few people at the door claiming to be from the Jvyi Gang, saying they want to see you. They also mentioned that Shino-kun has fallen into their hands. What... what should we do?"

"Shino-kun in their hands?" Kato Takashi was taken aback, quickly shaking his head: "Impossible, with Shino's skills, there's no way he could have fallen into their hands, that's ridiculous."

"But..." the security guard began.

"Kick them out," the assistant immediately said.

"No!" Kato Takashi urgently shook his head and then said, "Let them in."

"But, they brought weapons," the security guard hurriedly said.

"In our Triad territory, are we really afraid of them?" Kato Takashi sneered.

"Yes!" The security guard nodded.

Subsequently, Lin Chuan and his group were allowed entry, led by two security guards. After entering the elevator, they soon reached the top floor. Just stepping out of the elevator, there stood a row of Triad disciples in black suits outside the door. Each of them was burly, wearing sunglasses on their noses, making it impossible to see their facial expressions.

Lin Chuan's lips curled into a bizarre smile and said, "Wow, what a thunderous welcome scene."

"Isn't it?" Zhou Kai chuckled.

They each had a cigarette in their mouth, left hands in their pants pockets, looking quite roguish, especially Lu Dapao. This guy had his jacket open, revealing a black vest underneath. They followed the security guards toward the office and soon reached the door of an office.

The office door was nicely decorated, with a vintage style and a pear wood door, adorned with a door lintel. On both sides were palace-style lights, giving it a high-class vibe.

The security guard pushed open the door and said, "Come in."

Lin Chuan led Zhou Kai and the others inside.

Inside the office, Kato Takashi was sitting in a luxurious chair, a Japanese-customized massage chair, more luxurious than a high-speed rail business class seat, fully automatic massage, and even capable of reclining like a bed.

Kato Takashi was getting on in years, so his hair had turned quite white, with many wrinkles on his face, and his hands were like dried branches. He was crossing his legs, wearing a pair of black crocodile leather shoes, and in a small vest, looking well-dressed.

However, what was most eye-catching was the line of men in black suits standing behind Kato Takashi. They stood behind, glaring, a row of sunglasses-wearing men. Kato Takashi seemed very calm and serene. He was holding a book in his hands, titled "Currency Wars."

Seeing Lin Chuan come in, he put down his book and smiled, "You must be Lin Chuan?"

"That's right." Lin Chuan nodded, and without waiting for Kato Takashi's permission, he slowly walked over and took a seat in the chair opposite Kato Takashi. He appeared very composed, a cigarette in his mouth. This cigarette seemed cheap in front of Kato Takashi. However, to the average consumer, this was an expensive cigarette. Lin Chuan smiled and then said, "You must be Kato Takashi, right?"

"Kid, watch your mouth!" the assistant behind furrowed his brow.

"Respect is not something you hang from your lips," Lin Chuan glanced at him and said, "Besides, when the master speaks, the dog had better stay out of it."

"You!" The assistant was wildly outraged.

At this moment, Kato Takashi raised his hand, signaling the assistant to be quiet.

The assistant, in a fit of rage, quickly became quiet and obediently stood behind. Kato Takashi calmly looked at Lin Chuan and said, "Lin Chuan, you're quite bold, aren't you?"

"I'm not sure what you mean?" Lin Chuan asked.

"This hotel is my turf," Kato Takashi sneered, "There are at least a hundred of my brothers here, and you dare to come with just four people. Truly, you're a lone warrior invading enemy territory. Wouldn't you say so?"

Lin Chuan smiled, "I'm here to negotiate with you today, not to fight. As they say, when two armies face off, the messenger is not to be harmed. You should understand this principle, shouldn't you?"

"Oh? You're here to negotiate?" Kato Takashi curiously looked at Lin Chuan and said, "That's what makes me curious."

"Curious?" Lin Chuan smiled, "What's there to be curious about? You've sent people to trouble my Jvyi Gang, failing once and trying again. Now, several hundred of your Triad members have been captured by me. Don't you think I should come and have a word with you?"

Kato Takashi looked at the opponent with a grin, his mouth curling into a strange smile.

"Lin Chuan, you really understand the art of negotiation." Kato Takashi said with a smile, "First courtesy, then force, tsk tsk, your ability is quite impressive."

"What do you mean by that?" Lin Chuan asked curiously, looking at Kato Takashi.

"I heard you're from China?" Kato Takashi raised two fingers, and the assistant beside him quickly handed over a premium cigar. Then he lit it with a match. Kato Takashi took a puff of the cigar and said, "For China to have someone like you is quite remarkable. But don't you think living quietly in a fishery is the biggest repression of your talents? It's a shame to bury talent."

"What do you want?" Lin Chuan asked with a smile.

"Why not join my Triad?" Kato Takashi suddenly had a bold idea; if he could recruit Lin Chuan and groom him as his successor, it might be a good strategy. Although not knowing much about Lin Chuan, he had heard that not long after Lin Chuan arrived in Fukuoka City, he took down the Hundred Rivers Association and seized the Fukuoka Fishery. And now, he's detained Shino and the others. At least from a perspective of wit and strength, Lin Chuan is indeed outstanding.

"Hahaha..." Lin Chuan laughed heartily, "You want a Chinese guy like me to work for you? Do you think that's possible?"

"So, you refuse?" Kato Takashi asked.

"Of course!" Lin Chuan smiled and said, "Even if I agreed, do you think my brothers would?"

Kato Takashi sighed and said, "Everyone working in this field is in it for the money, right? I give you money, and you work for me; isn't that normal? Aren't you doing this for money?"

"Money is just secondary." Lin Chuan laughed and said, "If someone in this world lacks courage, no amount of money would matter, right?"

"You have a point." Kato Takashi nodded and said, "Alright, let's cut to the chase. Shino is in your hands; what do you want now?"

"Your guys caused me trouble and got caught. Shouldn't you pay some price regardless?" Lin Chuan said with a cold smile.

"Money?" Kato Takashi asked.

"Yes!" Lin Chuan nodded.

"How much?" Kato Takashi replied casually.

"Not much, I'll give you a discount based on headcount, around one hundred million yen." Lin Chuan replied.

Pa-da...

Kato Takashi's assistant behind him flinched in shock, dropping the matchstick on the ground. Kato Takashi seemed completely unfazed by this, maintaining his usual expression, and he said with a smile, "Lin Chuan, isn't your price a bit too high?"

"Not high." Lin Chuan smiled and said, "Only forty thousand yen per person. Over two hundred people add up to over a hundred million, and I'm giving you a discount."

"You're the first person to dare negotiate a price with me." Kato Takashi's eyes revealed a cold smile.

"I'm the first, but definitely not the last." Lin Chuan took one last drag of his cigarette, then stubbed it out in the ashtray.

Kato Takashi chuckled and asked, "You've got guts. Just for your bravery, I'll give you one hundred million yen, but do you dare take it back?"

"Why wouldn't I dare!" Lin Chuan laughed.

"I bet you're too scared!" Kato Takashi said sternly, his demeanor underwent a drastic change. For an ordinary person, Kato Takashi's dominance would scare them out of their wits, but Lin Chuan was fearless.

Kato Takashi's intimidation couldn't shake Lin Chuan, but it terrified Zhou Kai and the others. If it weren't for Lin Chuan's presence, they might have turned and run.

"Someone, bring the check to them." Kato Takashi ordered.

Immediately, the assistant placed the check on the table between Kato Takashi and Lin Chuan. The check was already filled out, and they could simply go to the bank with it and withdraw the money.

Lin Chuan smiled, calmly picked up the check from the table, and said, "Kato Takashi, I'm taking the money, and I'll release your people right away."

With that, Lin Chuan stood up from the chair and started walking out.

Kato Takashi stared at Lin Chuan in disbelief, feeling extremely astonished. He didn't expect Lin Chuan wouldn't be shaken by his intimidation and seemed entirely composed. Kato Takashi immediately realized he had underestimated Lin Chuan.

Zhou Kai and the others quickly followed Lin Chuan out.

Outside the hotel, Zhou Kai quickly said, "My gosh, I'm drenched in sweat. Brother Chuan, thank goodness you kept it all together."

Lin Chuan smiled.

Behind him, Lu Dapao also hastened to add, "Yeah, thank goodness for Brother Chuan, otherwise, I would have bolted ages ago. They had so many people, and that old monster felt so cold and sinister. It scared the living daylights out of me."

"If the enemy doesn't move, I won't move." Lin Chuan laughed and said, "You need a complete understanding of the enemy so we won't fear them. We can't be scared just because they show their fangs. We never show our fangs, because we are hunters."

"Well said." Zhou Kai said loudly.

Lin Chuan's remarks indeed made them feel invigorated. They appeared to be highly excited as well.