“Is he here to snatch the Dragon King’s position?”
Tang Yu clicked his tongue twice. The plot developing in this direction was naturally a good thing for him.
It’s always a delight to watch dogs bite each other.
But knowing that this guy was about to take over Suzhou and Hangzhou, Tang Yu couldn’t help but feel a bit uneasy.
If he wanted to take over Suzhou and Hangzhou, Tang Yu would undoubtedly become his primary target.
And this guy’s methods were quite similar to Ye Chen’s—they were both taught by the same mentor.
After pondering for a moment, Tang Yu looked at the four men and said,
“From now on, you four will focus on infiltrating his circle. Report any developments to me immediately.”
“Yes, Young Master Tang!” the four replied in unison.
“Also, try to trip him up in his tasks. When he’s struggling, suggest that he team up with me to deal with Ye Chen. Got it?”
“Understood!”
“Good. I’ll be in touch.”
Satisfied, Tang Yu left the meeting room.
Having planted four moles in the enemy’s camp, this move was bound to be a success!
The enemy of my enemy is my friend. It’s always better to turn one against the other than to face two Dragon Kings at once.
After Tang Yu left the meeting room, the four members of the Death Squad exchanged glances.
Their leader, Deng Hei, spoke up.
“From today onward, we’ll turn over a new leaf and work diligently for Young Master Tang.”
“But Young Master Tang is a true dragon among men. How could someone like Lu Junzhuo even be worthy of an alliance with him?”
“We brothers must unite and clear the path for Young Master Tang, whether it’s Lu Junzhuo or Ye Chen!”
“Otherwise, how could we ever face Young Master Tang when we go to the club?”
“Brothers, are we ready to roar?”
“Roar!”
……
Just as Tang Yu stepped out of the detention center, a chill ran down his spine.
“Let’s go. I’ll treat you to some late-night snacks.”
Bai Wanyi walked up from behind, holding a motorcycle helmet and handing it to him.
“I have my own car.”
“We’re just going to grab some street-side barbecue. Why bother showing off in that fancy car of yours? I’ll drop you back after we eat. I still have work to finish.”
Bai Wanyi rolled her eyes.
She was used to living a low-key life. The thought of Tang Yu driving his multimillion-dollar supercar to a street-side barbecue joint, only to be gawked at like a circus act, was unbearable.
“Fine.”
Tang Yu put on the helmet and got on the motorcycle behind her.
“Hold on tight.”
As soon as Bai Wanyi twisted the throttle, she felt Tang Yu’s hands wrap around her from behind.
And his hands were positioned a bit too high.
If they were standing on the bow of a ship, it would’ve been straight out of *Titanic*.
“Where do you think you’re putting your hands?”
She quickly released the throttle and asked through gritted teeth.
“I heard you’re not supposed to touch a woman’s waist casually,” Tang Yu replied innocently.
[I didn’t want to hold your waist in case you accused me of taking advantage, so I moved my hands up a bit.]
[They’re not all the way up, just in the middle. Why are you getting so worked up?]
“Are you just trying to pick a fight?”
Bai Wanyi clenched her fist, glaring back at Tang Yu.
If you can’t touch my waist, why the hell are you touching somewhere else?
“Alright, I’ll hold your waist, but don’t say I’m taking advantage of you.”
Tang Yu grumbled as he moved his hands lower.
[Hmm, not bad. She’s got some curves, and her waist is slim too.]
[Aside from her temper, she’s actually quite nice.]
“…”
Bai Wanyi suddenly regretted letting this guy on her bike.
Luckily, the barbecue stall was just three blocks away, and they arrived in a few minutes.
After parking the bike in front of the stall, she swung her leg off the bike out of habit.
Tang Yu, who was about to get off, was caught off guard and ended up being swept off the bike, landing flat on his backside.
“Did you do that on purpose?” he asked, scowling.
“No, no. I’m just used to riding alone. This is the first time I’ve had a passenger.”
Bai Wanyi couldn’t help but laugh as she reached out to help Tang Yu up.
Rubbing his sore backside, Tang Yu could only accept his fate.
Once inside the shop, Bai Wanyi handed Tang Yu a plastic basket for ordering.
“Grab whatever you want to eat. I come here often. Their roasted taro slices and grilled dumplings are pretty good. You should try them.”
“I’m going for the expensive stuff. I’ll eat you broke.”
“Sure. You look like you’re running on empty. Get a few skewers of grilled kidneys.”
“…”
After ordering a pile of skewers and a few bottles of beer, the two sat down.
Soon, the steaming hot barbecue arrived.
Bai Wanyi raised her beer bottle and clinked it with Tang Yu’s before digging in.
Meanwhile, across the street, a black car was parked by the roadside.
The man in the driver’s seat was staring intently at Bai Wanyi and Tang Yu through the window.
After watching for a while, he took a photo of the two and sent it off.
At the same time, in an underground casino.
Lu Junzhuo was sitting in a private room, playing cards with two casino dealers.
Both dealers were seasoned cheats, but they were now drenched in cold sweat.
They had lost fifteen rounds in a row.
“Young Master Lu, your skills are truly impressive,” a middle-aged man beside him flattered.
The middle-aged man had only one arm, the other sleeve hanging empty, making him stand out.
He was Zhu Shaohui, the owner of the casino and a prominent figure in Suzhou and Hangzhou’s underworld.
Given his status, he shouldn’t have been so deferential to a young man.
But the man before him was terrifying.
This man had come to him, demanding that Zhu Shaohui become his lackey.
When Zhu Shaohui refused, he watched as over forty of his men were effortlessly taken down by this man’s sheer strength.
This man was invincible!
And he had promised Zhu Shaohui that if he served him, he would become the man’s representative in Suzhou and Hangzhou’s underworld.
“Just a few tricks. Cheating is all about speed and some small techniques. It’s boring,” Lu Junzhuo said dismissively as he flicked three cards from his hand.
The three cards embedded themselves into the table.
Everyone in the room gasped in awe, their respect for Young Master Lu growing even more.
At that moment, Lu Junzhuo’s phone vibrated twice.
He glanced at it and saw the photo his subordinate had sent.
When he recognized the man in the photo, Lu Junzhuo frowned slightly.
Wasn’t that the rich kid from the Tang family?
Rumor had it that Ye Chen had lost a woman to this loser?
What was he doing with Bai Wanyi?
Since arriving in Suzhou and Hangzhou, Bai Wanyi had been the first woman he’d set his sights on.
Her background was special, and conquering her early would be a huge advantage for him.
After a moment of thought, Lu Junzhuo sneered.
“Perfect. Lure them in and take them out in one go.”
He sent a text message.
……
Bai Wanyi was busy eating when her phone buzzed on the table.
She picked it up and saw a text message.
“Underground casino, basement level two, Huangshui Hotel…”
Bai Wanyi’s expression changed as she read the message.
She had been investigating two loan shark cases recently, and the trail had led her to an underground casino, but she hadn’t been able to pinpoint its exact location.
Seeing this address, she lost her appetite and called out to the shop owner,
“Boss, how much?”
“One hundred and twenty.”
“Got it.”
Bai Wanyi pulled out her phone to scan the payment code.
“You’re not eating anymore?” Tang Yu asked, looking up from his grilled kidneys.
“I need to check out a casino. You finish eating. I’m leaving.”
Bai Wanyi turned to leave.
Tang Yu choked on his food, suddenly remembering this part of the plot.
In the original story, Bai Wanyi received a text during dinner, tipping her off about an underground casino.
She had been investigating this casino and decided to go undercover alone after getting the address.
But things went horribly wrong. Her cover was blown, and she was captured by the casino’s people.
If it weren’t for Dragon King Ye Chen showing up, she would’ve been in serious trouble.
After this incident, her feelings for Ye Chen grew significantly, and she was halfway to being won over.
But now, Ye Chen wasn’t around.
If Tang Yu didn’t do something, Bai Wanyi would be walking straight into a trap.
Or would the plot twist in some other way?
“System, what’s going on with this plot?” Tang Yu silently asked in his mind.
The system remained silent, much to Tang Yu’s annoyance.
With the plot derailed, he often had to figure things out on his own.
Reluctantly, he got up and followed her, saying, “I’ll go with you.”
“You’re coming with me?” Bai Wanyi gave him a strange look.
“Yeah, I’ll assist you with the investigation. I know these places better than you do,” Tang Yu nodded.
[Of course, if I don’t go with you, you’ll be walking into a trap.]
[The casino’s a big trap. The one who sent you that text was probably Ye Chen.]
【After luring you into the casino and causing trouble, he would then step in to save you and gain your favor.】
【But since Ye Chen, that scoundrel, is no longer around, who set this trap?】
Upon hearing Tang Yu's inner thoughts, Bai Wanyi was deeply shaken.
This guy, does he know again?
Recalling the clues she had previously gathered from Tang Yu, she hesitated for a moment but ultimately decided to go.
She would just have to be cautious, finish her undercover investigation quickly, and then return to set up the net to catch the culprits.
So she nodded and said,
"Alright, let's go together."
Tang Yu quickly got on the motorcycle with her, his mind filled with confusion.
He realized that even though the Dragon King, Ye Chen, was no longer around, some events in the plot were still unfolding as usual.
But who sent that text message?
This trap was originally supposed to be set by Ye Chen.
Since he's not here, did someone else take over?
Tang Yu immediately thought of Lu Junzhuo, who had come to take over Suzhou and Hangzhou in place of the Dragon King, Ye Chen.
【Let's just go for now and make sure Bai Wanyi stays safe.】
【Once we get to the casino, whoever set the trap will show themselves. Whether it's Ye Chen or Lu Junzhuo, we'll find out soon enough.】
As Bai Wanyi drove, she silently listened to Tang Yu's inner thoughts, feeling a sense of gratitude.
This guy actually cares about me, huh?
As for the name Lu Junzhuo, she made sure to remember it well.
Setting a trap to plot against me?
Better hope I don't find out, or you'll regret it.
It was only a twenty-minute ride from here to the Huangshui Hotel.
When they arrived at the hotel entrance, she habitually dismounted with a sweeping kick.
Tang Yu, who had been knocked to the ground, looked at her with an exasperated expression.
"(｀⌒´メ)!"
"∑(￣□￣;) I really didn't mean to this time."
"So you did it on purpose last time?"
Bai Wanyi chuckled awkwardly and skillfully helped Tang Yu up.
The two of them entered the hotel and took the elevator down to the second basement level.