"Alright, since you know it's me, then tell me, why did you let Nangong Kun provoke Lin Xiao!"
Nangong Wushuang slammed one hand on the table.
Her palm left a deep imprint on the conference table!
This was something only possible with a rapid concentration of power without any leakage.
"Patriarch, perhaps the Second Elder was just impulsive. After all, Huowu was his disciple for many years, and his death in Shashi must have pained him, leading to such a rash action," the Third Elder quickly said as he stood up.
"Shut up."
Nangong Wushuang seemed to find the Third Elder's words bothersome as well. She glared at him.
With that single glance, the Third Elder was sent flying backward, crashing into the wall behind him.
"When did I ever say you could interrupt me when I'm speaking?!"
Nangong Wushuang's voice was cold, but the colder she spoke, the higher the temperature in the conference room rose. The air conditioning was completely unable to counter the escalating heat.
"Second Elder!"
"Yes."
A flicker of terror flashed in the Second Elder's eyes. He quickly bowed his head and said respectfully, "I am here."
"Do you still remember the third rule of the family?"
"Anyone who disobeys the leader's orders, regardless of identity, shall be self-punished with one year's income and one month in the confinement room," the Second Elder recited clearly, as he knew it by heart.
"Then do you know what you should do?"
After Nangong Wushuang finished speaking, she returned to her usual calm demeanor. The temperature in the conference room finally began to gradually decrease.
The Third Elder, clutching his chest, quickly returned to his seat. A trickle of blood hung from the corner of his mouth.
He dared not utter a single word. This was the family head, this was Nangong Wushuang!
Nangong Wushuang, unmatched in this era!
The Nangong family's current status in Dragon Country was not solely due to decades of accumulation and refinement, but more so because of Nangong Wushuang!
With Nangong Wushuang, the Nangong family was the true Nangong family.
"Yes, Patriarch, I accept the punishment," the Second Elder said immediately, showing no signs of resistance.
"Alright, from now on, remember not to act rashly within this month. Prepare yourselves properly," Nangong Wushuang rubbed her temples. "I cannot extricate myself recently, so I cannot act personally. Remember, users of 'Overbearing True Qi' are not easily captured."
"Yes!"
Everyone quickly nodded.
"As for Nangong Kun... and the Thousand Degrees Hotel in Shashi, if nothing unexpected happens, our Thousand Degrees Hotel in Shashi will likely be sealed soon," Nangong Wushuang frowned. "This is truly an insult to our face."
The sealing of the Nangong family's property?
In the past, these elders and regional managers would never have dared to even think of such a thing!
But today, someone had actually done it, and succeeded.
"Mr. Lin, the Thousand Degrees Hotel is the face of the Nangong family... He was planning for it to enter the ranks of seven-star hotels this year," Jiang Tao said to Lin Xiao, watching as the hotel was sealed. He secretly marveled.
It's only Lin Xiao who has the courage and capability...
Such a large hotel, sealed on command.
"And so what?"
Lin Xiao stood there, his eyes devoid of emotion. "Such a large quantity of drugs was found here, and they were being sold by their own staff. Not only will it be sealed, but these people will not escape."
Jiang Tao could only listen to Lin Xiao's words; he didn't dare to truly ponder their implications.
Did Lin Xiao tamper with evidence? Of course, he did. To be precise, he intentionally lured the anti-drug squad here so that the hotel could be sealed legitimately.
That was all.
Someone within the Thousand Degrees Grand Hotel was already engaged in such activities. He merely ensured that they were discovered.
Additionally, he ensured that all the violations by the hotel were exposed, especially concerning epidemic prevention measures.
Therefore, the Thousand Degrees Hotel would inevitably have to suspend operations for rectification.
This was merely the beginning.
"Mr. Lin, if this is the case, you will surely clash with the Nangong family. The current Nangong family, forgive my bluntness... even if I and the World's Will Union joined forces, we might not be their match," Jiang Tao said in a low voice, audible only to Lin Xiao. "My life and fortune are still at stake..."
He was truly worried!
Lin Xiao's capabilities were evident, and the Nangong family couldn't do anything to him for the time being, but Jiang Tao was different!
"As long as I am alive, I will ensure your safety."
Lin Xiao suddenly turned and looked at Jiang Tao. "The Nangong family has been domineering in the south for too long. Have you ever thought about taking their place?"
Taking their place?!
Jiang Tao was startled. Such words were dangerous to utter!
He lowered his head and quickly shook it. "Mr. Lin, please don't joke with me... The Nangong family is a world apart from me. How could I possibly take their place? They are a true behemoth!"
"If the great mansion is about to collapse, and no one can save it, what then?" Lin Xiao asked, staring at Jiang Tao. "Mr. Jiang, answer me."
Lin Xiao's attitude was clear. Jiang Tao looked into his eyes, and this matter forced him to take it seriously.
He was silent for a few seconds before finally saying, "If there is an opportunity, I would like to see a change."
"Then I will give you this opportunity," Lin Xiao said with a slight smile. His simple words already decided that the Nangong family would inevitably disappear from this world in the future.
Hearing this, Jiang Tao felt a chill. Lin Xiao was serious.
The meaning was clear: this was a done deal!
But...
He couldn't fathom how such an existence as the Nangong family could fall, and how it would present him with an opportunity for a complete transformation.
He didn't understand.
He couldn't understand...
This was perhaps Lin Xiao's strength.
"Alright, Mr. Jiang, you can handle things here. I need to go pick up my daughter from school."
Lin Xiao patted Jiang Tao's shoulder and then turned to leave.
"Okay... Mr. Lin, shall I escort you?" Jiang Tao said as he hurried to catch up.
"You want to come when I'm picking up my daughter? What, do you want to get close to my daughter?" Lin Xiao waved his hand, indicating that he shouldn't come along.
Lin Xiao's words were now like a royal decree to Jiang Tao, and he dared not disobey.
He immediately stopped and didn't follow, watching Lin Xiao drive away alone.
Only then did he heave a sigh of relief. It was only now that he realized that during that brief conversation, his body was already drenched in sweat.
The pressure of being with Lin Xiao was immense.
He could hardly believe that such a person, barely in his twenties, had accomplished things he had never even dreamed of in his entire life.