Provocation and Guests

Chapter 176 Provocation and Guests

The drunkard looked like he was going to take his anger out on Lin Zhiying, and with Jiude Mai stirring things up, he was even more enraged.

The others in the tavern watched with amusement, knowing that Henry was a porter at the nearby docks, incredibly strong, and that taking him down would be a piece of cake.

Mai watched Lin Zhiying with great interest. She was happy that the person who had just insulted her was going to suffer some consequences.

Moreover, she herself said that her charm hadn't faded, and Mai Shude took a sip of her cocktail, looking like she was waiting to watch the show.

The next moment, Lin Zhiying stood up from his seat with a smile. Henry originally thought he was walking towards him, but he actually hid a few steps behind him.

Lin Zhiying retreated behind Jiu De Mai, shielding her in front of him.

His lips moved slightly as he spoke something to Mai Shude. Although the light was dim, Mai Shude clearly understood what he meant.

"You've caused this trouble, so you'll have to deal with it yourself."

Damn it! That guy.

This is the chance for a hero to save the damsel in distress and show off in front of a beautiful woman, but this guy didn't take it and instead chose to let the beautiful woman take over?

Mai Shude gritted her teeth, then watched as Lin Zhiying's lips moved again. She instantly understood the meaning behind it: "Miss Mai Shude, after all, you don't want our cooperation to fail, right? After all, I haven't told you the information yet."

Damn it, damn it, Lin Zhiying's words hit her right where it hurt.

We do need to cooperate with him now. It would be difficult to penetrate the Egyptian branch again in a short period of time, and we might not be able to get the latest first-hand information like Lin Zhiying, who is a firsthand witness.

"Smack."

As if venting her frustration, Mai slammed her glass heavily onto the bar.

She walked up to Henry, her high heels clicking on the floor.

"Beautiful lady, I'll come find you after I've dealt with that kid."

Henry interpreted the arrival of Mai Takagi as pleading for the boy, which only fueled his competitive spirit.

Why should this guy be able to get such a beautiful woman to do this?

"No, I just want you, this trouble, to get rid of me as soon as possible."

Mai Shude made no attempt to hide her displeasure and spoke up.

Before the burly man could react, she had already placed her hand on the bar counter, her slender wrist and jade-like fingers looking quite beautiful under the light.

"Have an arm wrestling match with me. If I win, you can get out."

Henry licked his lips and sat down in front of Mai Shude. What a stroke of luck!

"If I win, I want you to give me your contact information."

Henry smiled when he saw Mai nod in agreement.

In his view, Jiu Demai was essentially giving it away.

Or perhaps this lady had already taken a liking to him and was afraid that her male companion would be embarrassed, so she came up with such a lame excuse.

Henry grasped her hand without hesitation, his large, rough palm almost completely enveloping Mai Shude's hand.

Even after they closed up, he didn't keep coming down to gently scratch Mai's fingers.

Mai Shude didn't keep anything amiss and smiled gently at him.

Suddenly, Henry's face turned a purplish-red.

A tremendous, strange force emanated from the girl's fingers, which were squeezed together in the middle, as if he were being held not by the girl's hand, but by hydraulic clamps.

"Why are you blushing? Henry, how old are you?"

The patrons in the bar started making noise when they saw this scene.

In their eyes, the blush on Henry's face was the result of winning the young lady's favor.

However, what puzzled them was that they had never seen Henry act like this before.

"Push harder, Henry, don't act like a girl!"

Someone noticed that the two were holding hands but remained frozen in place, and couldn't help but urge them on.

"Smack."

A loud noise rang out, clearly indicating that the outcome of the battle was decided.

Henry's hand was instantly slammed onto the bar, and the marble bar broke in half.

The burly man's hand was already deformed, clearly indicating that he was seriously injured.

The tavern fell silent instantly, and the drunkards who had been somewhat intoxicated were now mostly sober.

This girl actually defeated Henry. She's so strong, is she a monster?

Other customers who had originally intended to strike up a conversation with her all gave up the idea after seeing this scene.

"Miss, although you won, you will have to pay for the losses incurred."

"I'm laughing," said Karim, the bar owner. Following his gaze, several burly bartenders gradually approached.

"Why didn't you say anything when he came looking for trouble?"

Lin Zhiying spoke sarcastically.

"The customer is God, my friend. It's normal for them to act a little crazy when they're drunk, but you guys have gone a bit too far."

Karim said, his gaze sweeping over Lin Zhiying, making no attempt to hide his disgust for him.

He didn't even consider him a pretty boy. A man who let a woman take his place was nothing more than a gigolo.

All he needed to care about was this woman, but no matter how strong he was, he couldn't handle these burly men.

Lin Zhiying pushed the phone, which she had already dialed, in front of the bar owner and tilted her head to indicate that he should answer the call.

"Who is it?"

Karim looked at the phone with suspicion, then hesitantly picked it up.

Although he didn't think this outsider could find any local connections, his tavern instincts told him not to underestimate anyone.

"Hello, sir, who are you?"

The tavern owner asked tentatively.

"Ramuses Kamu".

The person on the other end of the phone spoke.

Lin Zhiying stood aside with interest, watching the owner's expression. Just as Jiu De Mai was about to make a move, she noticed the tavern owner's subtle actions.

It's estimated that they're thinking that no matter who makes the move, as long as a conflict occurs, there will be losses, and they can make a small profit from it.

Moreover, the vast majority of losses can be covered by insurance, so the compensation money is basically pure profit.

To Lin Zhiying's surprise, the boss did not show any reaction on his face after hearing the voice on the phone.

"Move him, arrest him."

This time it was Lin Zhiying's turn to feel strange. Could it be that this guy wasn't an ordinary NPC? Even the Egyptian branch manager couldn't use him?

As if hearing the commotion, a voice came from the phone: "Stop! I'm really going to control you. The people Ram has taken in are so unruly."

Ram is the local police chief.

After the call ended, a new phone rang in the room.

Karim looked at Lin Zhiying's phone on the table; it wasn't this number.

He followed the sound and realized that the source was actually his own phone.

"Director Ram."

Those in their line of work inevitably have to deal with both the legitimate and criminal worlds to some extent.

Karim immediately put on a fawning expression and answered the phone.

"Damn it, what have you done? Release them right now! Offending that big shot never ends well!"

"Never mind, I'll be right there."

After saying that, the other end really hung up.

Karim stood there stunned for a few seconds, then immediately realized what was happening.

I'm doomed!

He couldn't even afford to offend Director Ram, and the person who could get Director Ram to come in person was someone he wouldn't even dare to dream of.

He had not only made him pay money but had also provoked him.

"Yes, I'm sorry, I didn't recognize you two—"

Karim's face looked as if he had aged ten years in an instant, and he collapsed onto the bar, utterly exhausted.

Logically speaking, Lin Zhiying would be doing himself a disservice if he didn't offer some compensation in this situation.

And he really did have that thought in mind, otherwise wouldn't he have suffered for nothing?

At this moment, Mai Shude leaned over and whispered a few words in Lin Zhiying's ear before he relented: "Fine, but please have a drink with everyone here. However, don't tell anyone about what happened today."

His cold gaze swept over everyone in the bar, and no one dared to meet his eyes; they all nodded.

Just now, Mai Shude told him that if he were to demand compensation, the Egyptian branch might find out, and it would be bad if they discovered his relationship with Mai Shude.

It would be better to let him off the hook.

As for compensation, Mai Shude is not short of money; she will give him the money herself, and she can even give him things she cannot give in return.

Lin Zhiying sat in the tavern for a while longer. If you get caught up in the eerie atmosphere, no one dares to leave, and even after finishing their drinks, no one dares to order more.

Everyone sat obediently in their seats.

They were terrified that any action they took might offend this killer.

Lin Zhiying checked the time, then took Jiu Demai's hand and walked towards the door.

"Ring ring ring—"

The bar door slowly opened, and a figure wearing a hat walked in.

"Old Tang, what are you doing here?"

Lin Zhiying looked at the people who came in and said excitedly.

"Lin Zhiying, it's truly like meeting an old friend in a foreign land to see you here."

Isn't that the guy with thick eyebrows and big eyes right in front of me Old Tang?

Although I tried to disguise it simply, I'm sorry to say that my distinctive droopy eyebrows are still there, still twitching above my eyes.

Of course, this was not a coincidence as Lao Tang thought. Lin Zhiying had planned it all along, which is why he arranged to meet Jiu De Mai here.

"Is this your girlfriend?"

Old Tang glanced at Jiu Demai beside him and immediately understood what was going on.

I had only heard that Lin Zhiying went to study in the United States, but I never expected that this guy would actually find such a beautiful girlfriend!

Damn it!

Mai looked at the guy. She had some impression of him, but it seemed that he didn't recognize her because she had put on different makeup this time.

As one of the key individuals the boss required to be closely monitored, he could also feel a strange sensation on his body, similar to the Dragon King mark on Lin Zhiying before, but also somewhat different.

"You guys continue chatting, I'm leaving now."

Old Tang scratched his head somewhat awkwardly, realizing he might have interrupted their sweet date.

"Wait a minute."

Lin Zhiying glanced at Lao Tang, then at Jiu De Mai, and leaned close to Jiu De Mai's ear in what Lao Tang considered a very intimate gesture, saying, "You're the one who should leave, okay? We've finished discussing all the intelligence and stuff. If you stay here any longer, the minister will come and keep an eye on you."

Although that made sense, Mai Shude was still very resentful that she had lost to a man in terms of charm.

She believed herself to be very charming and capable of conquering the best men anywhere, but she never expected to run into a wall with Lin Ziying.

What's most infuriating is that it's not that this guy isn't interested in her, but rather that his interest seems limited to treating her like a toy.

"Okay, remember to contact me then, my dear."

After taking a few steps, Mai turned back, winked, and gave him a flirtatious look.

"Let's go in and have a couple of drinks."

Old Tang started walking into the tavern as he spoke.

"Something just happened inside, so we can't bring in any guests for the time being."

Lin Zhiying pointed inside, and Old Tang looked in that direction; it did indeed look very messy, not like a normal business operation.

"Let's talk somewhere else then."

Old Tang, as if possessed, led Lin Ziying to a certain place.

Even though it was his first time here, it felt very familiar.

This is a relatively secluded riverside spot, which feels quite cool right now. Since it's not a commercial area, there aren't many people here, making it a rare peaceful place.

"So you're saying you're a half-blood now? Kassel College is a half-blood college?"

After a long while, Old Tang listened to what Lin Ziying had just said and, after thinking about it, was still quite surprised.

As if to prove it, Lin Zhiying chanted "Word of Power: Lord's Flame" and suddenly a crimson flame popped out of his hand.

"Yes, if it weren't for Kassel College, I would never have imagined that the world would have this side to it."

As a seasoned hunter, Old Tang naturally knew about the existence of hybrids.

He just didn't expect Lin Zhiying to be a mixed-race person. According to his logic, if Kassel College only accepts mixed-race people, then wouldn't Lu Mingfei also be a mixed-race person?

As Lao Tang was pondering, his phone screen suddenly lit up, displaying a message. His expression changed upon seeing it.

He then turned to Lin Zhiying and said, "Sorry, brother, I have some work to take care of. I'll contact you later. I'll treat you to a trip to Los Angeles then."

Old Tang spoke up.

Watching his figure slowly disappear into the shadows of the alley, Lin Zhiying remained silent for a long time. It was very likely that this would be the last time they met.

He also had his own purpose in meeting him this time, which was to plant a seed in his heart.

The next day, Old Tang walked into the Sphinx with a small silver-white handbag in his hand.

What many people don't know is that the Sphinx, like the pyramids, actually has internal spaces and secret passages, but it is not open to the public for the time being for archaeological research purposes.

But this was no problem for Old Tang. As a seasoned hunter, he had a hundred ways to get inside.

The owner said the box contained a catalyst that would create resonance in the corresponding region.

After the anomaly occurred, all he needed to do was go inside and retrieve a bronze crown.

Old Tang had seen similar phenomena in his previous experience as a hunter, so it wasn't particularly strange to him. He believed in his own abilities.

It will still be fine the first time.

Although fragmented memories kept flashing through his mind since he arrived in Egypt, he only suspected that it might be due to poor sleep.

The main reason is that this mission offers too much money; you can get 1000 million just by completing it.

1000 million! That's more than all the jobs he'd taken on before.

Once he's done this job, he can retire and buy an island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean to live the life of a tycoon.

We can also invite Lu Mingfei and Lin Zhiying over then.

Old Tang couldn't wait to see the reactions on their faces when he revealed to them that he was a billionaire.

And for some reason, the entry today went exceptionally smoothly; all the tourists at the Valley of the Kings and the Sphinx were deliberately dispersed.

There were some people in protective suits exploring the area, as if searching for something. There weren't many people, so he easily slipped in.

"Strange, there's no response. Is it because we're too far away?"

Old Tang pondered for a moment, deciding to move even closer.

Since I'm only here once, I definitely want to complete the task. If all else fails, I can simply walk into the passageway.

Without further ado, with this thought in mind, Old Tang quietly walked into a tunnel.

The tunnel was extremely narrow, and it might be better if he went further in. The oppressive darkness gave him an extremely unsafe feeling, as if a huge maw was standing in front of him, and if he went any further, it would swallow him up completely.

"The bold get rich, the timid starve."

Old Tang said this to encourage himself and continued to lie inside.

After crawling for a while, he sensed something was wrong and instinctively wanted to go back, so he continued walking along the road.

And then, unsurprisingly, I ran into a wall.

The way back has disappeared; what should have been the exit is now just a wall standing there.

The box in his hand was normal, but the passage that had vanished into thin air told him that he had entered some kind of place and lost contact with the real world.

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