This day, Yun Fan received a strange phone call.
"Hello! Who is this?"
"Mr. Yun, it's me, Director Yue!"
Director Yue introduced himself on the phone.
Yun Fan asked, "Oh, it's Director Yue! Is there something you need?"
"Nothing much, just wanted to inform Mr. Yun that someone might meddle with your project. Please be cautious!"
Director Yue said cautiously over the phone.
"My project?"
Yun Fan immediately realized that Director Yue was likely referring to the Black Dragon Society and the Lin family's project. That project was a lucrative opportunity in Jiangnan.
After only two phases of development, it had already reaped substantial profits. Currently, less than a third of the development was complete, and someone was already eyeing his project.
"I understand, thank you!"
"You're welcome, it's what I should do!"
With that, Yun Fan hung up. He didn't ask who it was, as he had already guessed most of it.
As expected, that very noon, Lin Zhenxiong, who was in charge of the project, called.
"Yun Fan, it's bad. Our project is going to be shut down. Come and see!"
"I'm on my way!"
After Yun Fan hung up, he rushed to the construction site. He wanted to see what tricks the other party would play.
Upon arriving at the site, the atmosphere was already chaotic. Even the customers who had already bought houses were shouting slogans like "unscrupulous real estate" and "give me my money back."
Zhao Fanghua and Lin Tianxin were working hard to appease the customers, as any escalation would result in significant losses for them.
At this moment, Lin Zhenxiong saw Yun Fan arrive and immediately explained the situation.
The gist was that this morning, several groups of people had suddenly come for a thorough inspection of the site. Although everything was compliant, they had found many unreasonable faults, forcing a temporary halt to operations for rectification.
It was understood that once the project stopped, the customers would likely cause trouble every day. The situation was indeed urgent.
"It's alright. Call the leaders of these groups over. I'd like to ask them what's not up to par!"
Yun Fan said calmly.
"Okay!"
Lin Zhenxiong was about to call for them when a sharp, sarcastic voice interjected.
"No need, I'm here!"
Then, Yun Fan looked over and saw the detestable woman, Helian Yi.
Helian Yi did work in certain departments, although it was a nominal position before, as her father Helian Shan had the authority.
But now, because she wanted to deal with Yun Fan, she decided to come over personally to cause trouble.
At this, Yun Fan asked, "So it's Miss Helian. I'd like to ask you, our construction site has all the necessary permits, why are you sealing it?"
Helian Yi sneered, "I was negligent in my management before and overlooked your construction site. But today, during my routine inspection, I discovered many hidden dangers. If they are not rectified, you won't be able to resume work!"
"Oh! Is that so?"
Yun Fan asked contemptuously, "Could you please specify the problems, Miss Helian!"
Helian Yi couldn't find any fault. Although there might be minor issues, they were not enough to seal the construction site.
Therefore, she stubbornly said, "I'm sorry, I can't tell you. Find the problems yourselves. You have three days. If there's no result after three days, I'll have to seal it completely!"
Upon hearing this, Yun Fan's eyes turned cold. He hadn't expected her to be so open about it this time.
So, he immediately said, "We know ourselves whether the construction site has problems or not. I hope Miss Helian won't use her public office for personal revenge!"
"Hmph!"
Helian Yi snorted and continued, "Anyway, it's sealed. If you have any objections, sue me!"
"Let's go!"
She prepared to leave with her people, feeling extremely pleased with herself. She finally realized that when it came to dealing with people like Yun Fan, whether through stealth or strategy, she was no match for him.
In fact, the gap was huge. But if she dealt with Yun Fan openly, he would be helpless against her. After all, she was the governor's daughter.
Dealing with Yun Fan so openly, even Yun Fan would have to yield.
Unexpectedly, at this moment, a cold voice interjected.
"You think you can seal the Ye family's construction site just because you want to?"
Upon hearing this, Helian Yi's expression changed. Since when did this construction site belong to the Ye family?
Just as the voice faded, Liu Ming arrived with a group of bodyguards.
The customers, who had been making a scene, quieted down at this moment. They didn't know Yun Fan or how strong he was.
They were just ordinary citizens and children of the wealthy, but they knew the Ye family. The name of the Ye family resounded throughout China.
The reason they had come to make a fuss today was because they heard the construction site was going to be sealed. Now, with the Ye family's representative arriving, they were quite shocked.
If this project truly belonged to the Ye family, then there would be no problem of sealing it. Who would dare to seal the Ye family's property, not even the governor?
At this, Liu Ming asked Helian Yi, "Helian Yi, I heard you want to seal our Ye family's property?"
Although he was merely the Ye family's steward, due to the Ye family's high status, he showed no respect to Helian Yi and addressed her by her name.
Helian Yi was bewildered. She had checked the company behind this project before, and it was only the Black Dragon Society and the Lin family. Therefore, she immediately said, "President Liu, although you are the Ye family's representative in Jiangnan, your Ye family does not hold any shares in this project!"
Helian Yi hadn't expected Liu Ming to back Yun Fan. Fortunately, she had checked the information beforehand, otherwise, she would have been deceived.
As long as the Ye family didn't hold any shares, she wouldn't be offending the Ye family, and it wouldn't matter even if Liu Ming reported this to the Ye family.
As everyone was confused, Liu Ming calmly said, "Who says the Ye family doesn't hold shares? I have already reached an agreement with Mr. Yun. Our Ye family will invest twenty billion in this project. Anyone who dares to touch this project is an enemy of our Ye family!"
The entire scene changed upon hearing this. To be an enemy of the Ye family required what kind of courage! It was simply unthinkable.
Lin Zhenxiong breathed a sigh of relief. With the Ye family openly supporting them, this project was secured. However, he wondered when Yun Fan had reconnected with the Ye family!
Undoubtedly, Helian Yi was the angriest at this moment, because she could tell that Liu Ming was threatening her.
She was furious, not expecting that a steward of the Ye family would dare to yell at her, the governor's daughter.
Unfortunately, reality was harsh. Compared to the vast Ye family, let alone her, even her father was insignificant.
However, she didn't want to give up easily. Therefore, she immediately said, "Even if this project belongs to your Ye family, now that problems have been found, do you Ye family want to cover it up? Are your Ye family disregarding the law like this?"
As she said this, she was actually gambling, betting that those present would sympathize with her and unite against Yun Fan.
However, she lost the bet. Apart from the few people she brought with her, most of the people present wore mocking expressions.
After all, they were all customers here. If the project were to be halted, even if they got their money back, they would only receive two-thirds of it.
At this moment, they were the ones who least wanted the project to stop. How could they unite with Helian Yi?
Instead of finding Liu Ming's harsh words overbearing, they felt a sense of warmth. With the Ye family's might, even as customers of the Ye family, they were proud.
After all, not many people in this world were fortunate enough to become a customer of the Ye family.
Helian Yi and her group stood there in disgrace, not expecting to be thwarted again today.
At this, Liu Ming continued, "If you continue to be stubborn and trouble my Ye family's project, then I will have to report it to the family truthfully. I hope your father can withstand this wrath!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Helian Yi's heart trembled. She wasn't afraid of Liu Ming, as he was merely a steward of the Ye family.
But she was afraid of the Ye family. If she truly angered the Ye family, her good days would be over, and she might even implicate her father.
Even though her father was the governor, and usually held a high position, claiming to have absolute power in Jiangnan, in front of the Ye family, even Helian Shan had to tread carefully. If the Ye family was displeased, they could bring him down with a mere flick of their fingers.
At this moment, Helian Yi, who was utterly humiliated, dared not linger and was about to leave in a hurry.
But Yun Fan called out, "Wait!"
"What do you want?"
Helian Yi looked at Yun Fan coldly. Openly, she was no longer afraid of Yun Fan.
Yun Fan said indifferently, "You came to my construction site and spread rumors, causing mental distress to my customers. Therefore, I demand you apologize to my customers now!"
"Yes, apologize!"
"Apologize!"
The crowd shouted indignantly. At this moment, they no longer thought about canceling their purchases. All their emotions were stirred by Yun Fan.
"What if I don't apologize?"
Helian Yi showed a mocking expression. What a joke! She was a lady from a prominent family, how could she apologize to these commoners?
As long as it was out in the open, even if Yun Fan held a knife to her throat, she would not compromise, because she knew Yun Fan could do nothing to her.
Before Yun Fan could speak, Zhao Fanghua and Lin Tianxin stepped forward.
"Slap!"
"Slap!"
The two women each slapped Helian Yi across the face. This scene caught Helian Yi off guard, and even the crowd was stunned.
They hadn't expected the governor's daughter to be beaten, and in broad daylight.
Yun Fan was very satisfied with the two women's actions. The main reason was that it was inconvenient for him to act in front of so many people. Otherwise, he would have given this woman a few slaps just now.
Helian Yi, having recovered, was instantly furious. Since childhood, she had never suffered such humiliation.
Just as she was about to retaliate, she suddenly felt an invisible killing intent enveloping her.
She instinctively glanced at Yun Fan. Seeing Yun Fan's sharp gaze piercing her soul, Helian Yi didn't even have the courage to look up.
She had no doubt that if she dared to act presumptuously again, Yun Fan would kill her without hesitation.
This killing aura was unprecedented. This time, she felt a threat to her life and didn't dare to fight back. Covering her face, she left in shame and anger.
"Well done!"
"I've had enough of her for a long time!"
The customers clapped and cheered.
At this moment, the experienced Lin Zhenxiong began to clean up.
"Friends, it is our company's responsibility that such a misunderstanding occurred. We are also grateful for your unwavering support. To compensate for this oversight, our company promises to offer a 10% discount on all properties purchased. Please proceed to the real estate office to collect your discounted payments!"
Instantly, the crowd's emotions soared even higher.
"Manager Lin is righteous!"
"Manager Lin is too kind!"
"Let's go, get the discounted payment! From now on, anyone who dares to spread rumors, I'll be the first to deal with them!"
Afterward, a group of people left the scene jubilantly, and Lin Zhenxiong and the others hurried to Black Dragon Real Estate.
After all, they had a lot of work ahead of them.
Yun Fan silently praised Lin Zhenxiong's handling of the situation. As expected of a business magnate, he had resolved the subsequent hidden dangers with such ease.
No wonder he was able to build a commercial empire worth a nation.
At this moment, only Yun Fan and Liu Ming remained at the scene.
Liu Ming said respectfully, "Mr. Yun, the investment matter is not to be taken seriously. In the future, if there's anything I can help you with, I will do my best!"
"I'll take my leave now!"
Just as he was about to turn and leave, Yun Fan stopped him, "Wait!"
"Does Mr. Yun have something else?"
Liu Ming asked calmly.
Yun Fan asked doubtfully, "Why are you helping me?"
Liu Ming replied without hesitation, "Of course, it's my master's intention. My master just wants to be friends with Mr. Yun!"
He didn't explain the reason, and even his answer was perfunctory.
But Yun Fan didn't press further, as he didn't want to waste time on unanswered questions.
He always felt that the Ye family's help was not that simple.
...
Back in the luxury car.
Liu Ming dialed a number in Jinling.
"Young Lady, this old servant has done as you instructed. The item has successfully reached him, and today I also helped him resolve Helian Yi's harassment!"
Liu Ming reported his work truthfully to his master.
Ye Qingxian, on the other end of the phone, nodded in satisfaction. "Well done. It seems sending you to Jiangnan was the right decision, Young Lady!"
"You flatter me, Young Lady. This old servant is merely following your orders and dares not take credit!"
Liu Ming asked humbly and respectfully, "Young Lady, what are the next arrangements?"
"There are no specific arrangements. You just need to provide him with assistance whenever he needs it!"
Ye Qingxian's arrangement left Liu Ming somewhat bewildered. He had been by Ye Qingxian's side for many years, but he had never been able to see through Ye Qingxian's plans.
Normally, he shouldn't have asked, but at this moment, he couldn't help but remind her, "Young Lady, if he continues to grow, perhaps..."
"Are you afraid he will threaten me?"
Ye Qingxian's tone turned cold. Liu Ming was startled. "Young Lady is a rare genius among the four great families. How could he possibly threaten you!"
"Just do as I say!"
"Yes!"
After hanging up the phone, Liu Ming breathed a sigh of relief, as he knew the Young Lady was already angry.
He vowed never to speak out of turn again. After all, as a steward, one cannot arbitrarily speculate about the master's thoughts and must tread carefully to survive longer.
On this end, Ye Qingxian's cold expression had lessened considerably.
"Yun Fan, you are not qualified to be my opponent!"
Ye Qingxian's lips curled into a cold smile. "If you cannot survive this storm, then I will think highly of you!"
"Only by surviving will you be qualified to touch my heels!"
...
Having been slapped twice, Helian Yi was too ashamed to face anyone, as her face was still swollen.
Even with the most elegant makeup, she couldn't hide the slap marks on her face.
She locked herself in her room, sulking, but she could do nothing to Yun Fan. With the Ye family's backing, even openly, she couldn't defeat Yun Fan.
Just then, her secretary delivered a message.
"Young Lady, Ouyang Shanshan of the Ouyang family wishes to see you!"
"Don't see her!"
Helian Yi was already annoyed! But thinking that Ouyang Shanshan was the eldest daughter of the Ouyang family, she quickly said, "Please invite her to the living room, I'll be there shortly!"
"Yes!"
A while later, Helian Yi arrived in the living room and saw Ouyang Shanshan drinking coffee.
"Helian Yi, what's wrong?"
Before they could greet each other, Ouyang Shanshan looked at Helian Yi in confusion, as Helian Yi's cheeks were bandaged, revealing only her facial features.
Although they knew each other, they rarely interacted.
At this, Helian Yi said, "It's a long story. Let's not talk about it. What brings you here, Miss Ouyang?"
Ouyang Shanshan said, "Of course, I'm here to deal with Yun Fan together!"
The mention of Yun Fan made her want to tear him to pieces. Not only had Yun Fan caused the death of her little fresh meat, but he had also killed her younger brother.
This had made her afraid to return to her family, as she was more or less involved in Ouyang Shaohui's death.
If she didn't kill Yun Fan, she would never dare to return to her family. She had been lying low in Jiangnan for several days.
Although she had tried to deal with Yun Fan several times, since Ouyang Shaohui had already met his end, how could she be Yun Fan's match?
However, she heard that Helian Yi was at odds with Yun Fan, so she came to seek cooperation with Helian Yi.
If it were before, Helian Yi would have been very interested, but after being defeated by Yun Fan twice, she had lost all fighting spirit.
"Then Miss Ouyang, please return. I can't defeat him!"
Helian Yi directly showed her the exit. If Ouyang Shanshan were a prominent figure in the Ouyang family, she might have considered it.
But Ouyang Shanshan was merely a concubine's daughter of the Ouyang family, with little power, and could not offer her any help.
She would not take any more risks. After two provocations, she had already incurred Yun Fan's wrath. If she failed again, it wouldn't just be two slaps.
Hearing this, Ouyang Shanshan couldn't help but be disappointed. She had been shut out, and it all came down to her not having enough leverage.
So, she said to Helian Yi, "Of course, I know that relying on us alone, we are absolutely no match for that murderer. But I am from the four great families, and the four great families are preparing to conquer him. As long as we can pave the way for them in Jiangnan in advance, you and I will have made a contribution!"
Upon hearing this, Helian Yi's eyes lit up. If she could take this opportunity to eliminate Yun Fan, she could hitch a ride with the four great families.
This was undoubtedly a win-win situation!
In fact, she didn't know that her father, Helian Shan, had long since allied himself with Dugu Ming.
"Okay, then let's discuss the specific cooperation!"
"It's my pleasure!"
Then, the two women began to discuss their plan to deal with Yun Fan in the living room.
...
"God Lin! Why are you here?"
Dugu Ming was puzzled. He hadn't expected Lin Wushuang to arrive. Although this person wasn't as famous as the Imperial Dragon God of War, his strength far surpassed that of the Imperial Dragon God of War.
He was a super expert at the peak of the Houtian realm. He was once the bodyguard of the Heavenly Emperor and his trusted subordinate.
Lin Wushuang said, "Yun Fan killed my military personnel, so naturally I'm here to settle the score!"
At this moment, Lin Wushuang's entire figure was revealed to Dugu Ming. Although he appeared unremarkable, even blending into a crowd without attracting attention, he was such an ordinary person. Su Dan Novel Network
But the more ordinary he seemed, the more it proved he was extraordinary. Only those who truly understood his strength knew how terrifying he was.
In his early years, while protecting the Heavenly Emperor, no incidents occurred. Anyone who tried to harm the Heavenly Emperor was eliminated by him.
It was precisely because he had been guarding the Heavenly Emperor for so long that he remained low-key, allowing people to overlook his existence.
In terms of strength, he was ranked thirteenth on the Earthly Rankings. Those who made it into the top twenty on the Earthly Rankings were considered Grand Elders in any super family.
In a first-class family, he could ensure the family's safety for a hundred years. This was the charm of an Earthly Rankings expert.
This time, he represented the ruling powers, as the Imperial Dragon God of War was, in a way, one of the ruling powers.
The fact that Lin Wushuang was sent this time was enough to prove that the Heavenly Emperor attached great importance to this matter.
Of course, in Dugu Ming's opinion, everything was his senior brother's plan. The fact that he could involve Lin Wushuang showed how unfathomable his senior brother's methods were.
Dugu Ming also echoed with feigned anger, "This brat is too outrageous! Killing people from the four great families is one thing, but daring to kill an imperial God of War is truly unforgivable!"
"It's this time, and you still call him a brat?"
Lin Wushuang gave Dugu Ming a cold glance.
Instantly, Dugu Ming was speechless. Of course, he wouldn't consider Yun Fan a brat, but he couldn't tell Lin Wushuang the truth.
At this, Lin Wushuang said, "This person's ability to kill the Imperial Dragon God of War and Ouyang Shaohui proves that his strength is no less than mine!"
"And knowing their identities and backgrounds, he still acted. This proves that the forces behind him are unfathomably deep. Such a monstrous existence, and you call him a brat? No wonder you failed!"
Facing Lin Wushuang's mockery, Dugu Ming said fearfully, "What God Lin says is indeed true. We underestimated him!"
"Hmph!"
Lin Wushuang snorted, "No matter how great his background is, daring to kill an imperial God of War is unforgivable. I will definitely seek justice for my military personnel!"
"Old man thanks God Lin on behalf of the Imperial Dragon God of War."
Dugu Ming quickly said gratefully, but inwardly he sneered. These people probably didn't know they had already fallen into his senior brother's plan.
And they were just pawns in his senior brother's grand design.
At this, Lin Wushuang said, "Those two old fellows have also arrived!"
Upon hearing this, Dugu Ming was moved. He naturally knew what Lin Wushuang meant. Those two so-called old fellows were naturally from the four great families.
The fact that Lin Wushuang was so wary of them suggested that the four great families had also sent two individuals comparable in strength to Lin Wushuang.
This seemed to be a kill order aimed at Yun Fan, but he felt there was another meaning. Could it be that his senior brother had already planned everything?
Otherwise, why wouldn't he give him any instructions?
"These two fellows are probably not just here to kill Yun Fan, there must be other motives!"
Dugu Ming said directly.
"Of course!"
Lin Wushuang said calmly, "Their ultimate goal is me!"
"What?"
Dugu Ming looked shocked. "If they deploy two Grand Elders, that would indeed be bad news for you, God Lin!"
"Should we ask for reinforcements?"
Dugu Ming asked further.
After all, Lin Wushuang alone could not contend against the combined forces of two people.
Lin Wushuang said, "No need!"
"Yes!"
...
"Elder Huang, Elder Xie! This junior, Ouyang Shanshan, pays respects to you two elders!"
Ouyang Shanshan bowed respectfully. Although the two before her were just white-haired old men, she knew their status.
Let alone her, even the patriarchs of the four great families would show them respect, because these two were too powerful.
Elder Huang was the Grand Elder of the Ouyang family, whose real name was Huang Shisan. He had been famous decades ago.
Later, he retired and was invited out of seclusion by the Ouyang family to serve as the Chief Grand Elder of the Ouyang family. His strength had reached the peak of the Houtian realm.
Elder Xie was the Grand Elder of the Xie family, whose real name was Xie Qingfeng. He was also a super expert at the peak of the Houtian realm. He was originally from a collateral branch of the Xie family, but relying on his martial arts talent, he advanced rapidly and was highly valued by the family head.
One person's success benefited his relatives. His branch, because of him, transformed from a collateral branch to a direct lineage, and now his branch had become a pillar of the Xie family.
Today, even the current head of the Xie family had to call him grandfather when meeting him, as his seniority in the Xie family was too high.
The two were very calm, even indifferent, as Ouyang Shanshan did not catch their eye.
At this moment, Helian Yi, standing beside them, was shocked. She hadn't expected such powerful figures to be dispatched to deal with a mere Yun Fan.
However, she was secretly happy, because with these two taking action, Yun Fan was sure to die.
At this, Huang Shisan said indifferently, "No need to be polite. Hand over Yun Fan's information and whereabouts to us!"
"That's right, we have important matters to attend to after we deal with him!"
Xie Qingfeng showed an impatient expression.
While Ouyang Shanshan was still in a daze, Helian Yi proactively stepped forward, "This junior, Helian Yi, has prepared everything you two elders need regarding Yun Fan!"
With that, she handed over all the information she had about Yun Fan.
They were very satisfied with her efficiency. After taking the materials, they said to the two women, "You can both leave now."
"Yes!"
The two women quickly withdrew.
At this moment, Huang Shisan and Xie Qingfeng were reviewing Yun Fan's information. After half an hour, they closed the documents.
"This kid is quite talented, unfortunately, he cannot be used by our four great families!"
"From the moment he killed Shaohui, it was destined that he and the four great families could only be enemies!"
"Alright, killing this kid is just part of the plan. To avoid further complications, let's act quickly! Don't delay our grand scheme!"
"Yes! That makes sense!"