Lan Ruyu supported Pei Donghu, her eyes calm yet determined.
Pei Donghu's legs had partially recovered by now, but he still couldn't stand up. Lan Ruyu brought a wheelchair and helped him sit down.
He took several deep breaths, trying to calm himself down, and then looked at Wang Chao seriously and resolutely.
"Are you sure about this?" Wang Chao frowned.
"Absolutely!" they both replied in unison.
"Wang Chao, you've done so much for us. Now, in such a dangerous negotiation with Lafayette, we naturally stand by your side," Pei Donghu said firmly. "Tonight, even if it means death, we will live and die together with you!"
"To see Donghu again is the greatest hope of my life. Thank you, Wang Chao. Let us go together. Even if it means death, we are willing," Lan Ruyu added.
Over the years, she had endured too much pain and torment.
The belief of "seeing Pei Donghu alive" had supported her, keeping her resilient through all the humiliations and burdens.
Now, seeing Pei Donghu again and sharing their innermost thoughts, they both felt that their lives had no regrets.
If they were to die together with Wang Chao tonight, it would be a magnificent and soul-stirring way to go.
"Well said! Even if it means death, we will die together. We will never endure humiliation and live as cowards!" Song Henian nodded in agreement.
Seeing their determination, Wang Chao was also moved.
These three individuals knew that going into negotiation could potentially lead to a war with Lafayette and even death.
Yet, they were still willing to live and die together with him, without any hesitation.
Wang Chao lit a cigarette and smiled. "The negotiation hasn't even started yet. We can't be so fixated on the idea of 'death.' It's not auspicious!"
"Hahaha, what era is this? Why do you still believe in such things?" Pei Donghu laughed.
"Sometimes, it's necessary to believe in the words left by our ancestors."
Wang Chao took a puff of his cigarette and said, "We have thirty minutes until departure. Get ready, I'll be waiting outside."
With that, he turned and walked out, leaning against the edge of the BMW, smoking quietly as he waited.
"Wang Chao, bro."
At that moment, Zhao Lu approached and greeted Wang Chao.
"Are you going today?" Wang Chao frowned.
"For such a major negotiation, it's not my place as a junior to attend. I'm planning to go out and find my sister," Zhao Lu replied.
She looked at Wang Chao with concern in her eyes and said in a serious tone, "Brother Wang, I received some information. Cui Hong has done many things to upset Lafayette, yet Lafayette didn't kill him immediately."
"This indicates that Lafayette wants to protect Cui Hong. Tonight, your negotiation may not go smoothly."
Pausing for a moment, her expression grew even more worried as she said, "If I'm not mistaken, Lafayette agreed to the negotiation solely to set a trap, intending to eliminate everyone who stands with you."
"Tonight will be extremely dangerous!"
Being from the prestigious Zhao family, she had experienced more than most people. From a young age, she was intelligent and well-versed in the struggles of society and the complexities of human nature. She understood the cruelty of the world better than most.
Therefore, she was particularly concerned about the safety of her grandfather, father, and Wang Chao tonight.
Wang Chao calmly smoked his cigarette, exuding confidence. "Don't worry, everything will be fine. Even if our situation is perilous tonight, I am confident in ensuring everyone's safety. Trust me, I've got it under control."
Zhao Lu felt slightly relieved by Wang Chao's self-assurance and said, "My grandfather and father have gone ahead to scout the area. Don't be late."
She continued, "I'm going to find my sister. She hasn't been home since she returned; I wonder which wild guy she's with now."
Wang Chao chuckled at her remark, amused. "She's quite a worrier. People who don't know her would think she's the older sister. It seems that in this society, it's not just the children from poor families who mature early; even the rich kids can be responsible, kind, and intelligent. If all second-generation wealthy individuals were like her, the underprivileged would never have a chance to rise."
Zhao Lu, at such a young age, already displayed maturity and composure. She understood the characters of many influential figures and had a firm grasp on various information. Clearly, she was being groomed as the successor of the Zhao family. Given time, she would undoubtedly become a capable and commanding business leader.
Wang Chao couldn't help but ponder, "I wonder which man in the future will be worthy of her."
Just then, Pei Donghu, Lan Ruyu, and Song Henian emerged from the villa and approached Wang Chao. They spoke in a solemn tone, "Let's go."
Their gazes were resolute and fearless.
Wang Chao extinguished his cigarette, his eyes turning icy cold and sharp. "Let's go! Tonight, we put an end to all of this."
As the four of them couldn't fit into one car, Shen Bing called for another vehicle, and she and Zhang Long rode together.
Forty minutes later, the six of them arrived near the Drunken Fairy Tower. The area was teeming with people, with cars lining both sides of the road for over a kilometer. It was impossible to drive any further.
Men with strange appearances and cold stares stood along the road, behind large trees, or near parked cars.
Wang Chao and the others had to park their cars and proceed on foot. As they arrived, those people on either side of the road turned their heads simultaneously, their unfriendly gazes fixed on them.
Pei Donghu, Lan Ruyu, and Song Henian had never experienced such a scene before, and they felt nervous and uneasy. Lan Ruyu pushed Pei Donghu in his wheelchair, her heart pounding with anxiety. Pei Donghu, sitting in the wheelchair, also felt apprehensive. Song Henian walked mechanically, drenched in sweat, consumed by nervousness.
Within that kilometer, their every step was accompanied by fierce and hostile stares, making them feel as though they had stepped back in time and infiltrated enemy territory. The penetrating gazes sent shivers down their spines and caused their skin to tingle.
"It seems they're serious, bringing in so many people," Zhang Long calmly remarked, lighting a cigarette and smoking it. "But they are just a motley crew, probably henchmen of the other Four Great Kings."
"True strength doesn't rely on sheer numbers. This'sn't Lafayette's style," Shen Bing agreed, nodding her head.
Although she felt a sense of fear, she had experienced life and death in war-torn areas and held a high position, which allowed her to maintain a semblance of composure in the face of this encirclement.
"When there are many, it signifies insecurity," Wang Chao said calmly.
True powerhouses don't bring too many people during negotiations. Sending so many people to guard and maintain a show of force before the negotiations even begin indicates that Lafayette's side is feeling insecure.
Pei Donghu, Lan Ruyu, and Song Henian exchanged glances, their faces filled with astonishment. They were already terrified within that one-kilometer radius, feeling that the opposing side didn't even need to make a move; a spit from each person would be enough to drown them.
Yet Wang Chao and the others claimed that the other side was the one feeling insecure?
How confident were these three individuals?
At that moment, Pei Donghu, Lan Ruyu, and Song Henian realized that Wang Chao had already reached a level beyond their reach.
"Brother Nian, don't be afraid. These people are just trying to intimidate us," Wang Chao said, noticing Song Henian's fear. He walked over, handed Song Henian a cigarette, lit it for him, and said, "When we get to the scene, just sit there. I'll handle it."
"Alright," Song Henian nodded, holding the lit cigarette.
After taking a deep drag, he finally became less frightened.
Soon, the six of them arrived at the entrance of the Drunken Fairy Tower.
Their expressions changed as they arrived.
At the entrance of the Drunken Fairy Tower, many people were on high alert. However, these people were not from Lafayette's side; they're members of the Zhao family.
Zhao Donghe, Zhao Shanhe, Zhao Changsheng, and other elders of the Zhao family had gathered there, exuding a terrifying aura.
In addition, many helpers of the Zhao family were present.
"Xiahou Ming, the Illuminated Divine Spear!"
"The Ghost of Xishan, Gu Jianchou!"
"The One-Star War God of the Desolate North, Dongfang Wang!"
"Vice Commander of Canton's War Division, Hao Feng!"
Upon seeing these people, Shen Bing and Zhang Long's expressions changed.
Each of these individuals was renowned and influential in Canton City, either holding high positions of power or possessing miraculous martial skills.
For example, Xiahou Ming, the Illuminated Divine Spear, was incredibly powerful. He wielded a crimson spear with remarkable skill, as if a dragon danced with every thrust, displaying terrifying lethality.
Even more horrifying was the fact that Xiahou Ming had a twin brother named Xiahou Jin, an equally formidable sniper who never missed a shot. He could take a person's life from two kilometers away, an unstoppable force.
If Xiahou Ming was present, it meant that Xiahou Jin was likely lurking in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to strike.
"They've brought so many influential figures all at once. The Zhao family has really spared no expense this time," Zhang Long remarked with emotion.
Shen Bing, however, did not feel stimulation or surprise at the sight of so many experts. Instead, her face darkened, and her eyes filled with apprehension.
The fact that the Zhao family had mobilized so many powerful individuals indicated that Lafayette's side had even greater influence!
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