Chapter 152: Chapter 151 Shangguan Qiuyue
Just then, she walked over and sat down opposite Ye Fan. She had an excellent temperant and an even more formidable aura. Even facing Ye Fan, she was not the least bit intimidated. In fact, it was Ye Fan who grew flustered under her direct gaze.
She spoke to him, "Mr. Ye, thank you for saving my life that day. I am Shangguan Qiuyue."
"I’m Ye Fan." The two shook hands.
Ye Fan said, "There’s no need to thank . Your subordinate helped
out later, so let’s just call it even."
In truth, Ye Fan had already guessed Shangguan Qiuyue’s identity. She had to be from the Shangguan family, the most powerful clan in the entire Southwest. The Shangguan family flourished in the Southwest, their power extending not only over the public sphere but deep into the underground world as well. Their enterprises spanned both the underground and secular worlds. Ye Fan had once researched the Shangguan family in the Dragon Group’s archives. The files noted that the Shangguan Family Head had already reached the Innate realm. Although he was not the King of Innate Masters, there were precious few Innate Experts in the entire world.
"No, Mr. Ye. Your help was incredibly significant," she insisted. "The man who tried to assassinate
was Duochi, a renowned killer in the Southwest. He has few rivals here, and his strength ranks in the top ten!
"Yet you killed him in a single move. That proves your strength is truly formidable," Shangguan Qiuyue said.
Ye Fan smiled. "You flatter . It was probably just luck."
Shangguan Qiuyue smiled warmly. Luck had nothing to do with it. Not unless Duochi had the brain of a pig, and even then, he would not be *that* foolish.
"I greatly admire your strength, Mr. Ye," she said.
Ye Fan chuckled. "My strength is not worthy of your admiration, Miss Shangguan. If there’s nothing else, I’ll be on my way."
He rose to leave, but Shangguan Qiuyue spoke up. "Mr. Ye, I actually sought you out this ti to ask for a favor."
"What is it?" Ye Fan asked.
"For various reasons, my Shangguan family has co into conflict with the Sky Sword Sect, the largest underground power in the Southwest. The sect’s influence is imnse, and our family has been forced into a defensive position. So, I was hoping you could help the Shangguan family navigate this crisis, Mr. Ye. We will double whatever compensation you ask for!" Shangguan Qiuyue finally revealed her purpose.
Ye Fan replied, "Sorry, you have the wrong person. I don’t get involved in power struggles between factions. I cannot help you."
But Shangguan Qiuyue countered, "No, Mr. Ye, you may not know this, but Duochi—the man you killed—was from the Sky Sword Sect. Two of his accomplices escaped that day, and they’ve already set their sights on you. As powerful as you are, you’re still just one man. Alone, you are vulnerable and no match for the entire Sky Sword Sect. You could cooperate with the Shangguan family, and we could face them together!"
Her words carried a veiled threat. I really hate talking to strong-willed won like this. Su Qingxue is a pri example. Dealing with them is pure agony!
So, he said flatly, "Sorry, not interested. As for the Sky Sword Sect, if they dare to co for , I’ll make them regret it."
The Sky Sword Sect? They’re only a little stronger than the Shangguan family. They aren’t even worth my concern. After all, I am the King of Heaven. Before , the Sky Sword Sect is nothing.
Shangguan Qiuyue’s tone hardened. "Are you refusing to give
any face, Mr. Ye?"
"It has nothing to do with face. I just don’t want to get involved. Miss Shangguan, if there’s nothing else, I’m leaving." With that, Ye Fan turned to go.
"Stop!" Shangguan Qiuyue’s voice rang out. "You should think this through before you walk out that door, Mr. Ye. You’re not the only one involved. There’s also your woman... and your village!"
"Are you threatening ?" Ye Fan despised being threatened more than anything, and that included threats from Shangguan Qiuyue.
Shangguan Qiuyue continued, her tone softening slightly, "Don’t be angry, Mr. Ye. If you agree to cooperate with the Shangguan family to eliminate the Sky Sword Sect, I can promise you three things."
"What three things?" Ye Fan demanded.
"First," Shangguan Qiuyue said, "the Shangguan family will pour its resources into supporting your village. Second, we can give you a share of our businesses and assets. And third... you can have . As soon as the threat from the Sky Sword Sect is neutralized, I will be your woman."
She had just put herself on the table as a bargaining chip.
Ye Fan scoffed. "First, the village already has my full support. Second, I’m not lacking in money, assets, or even power. And third, I’m not short on beautiful won. Your offer doesn’t move ."
Shangguan Qiuyue was on the verge of exploding with fury. What does he an? How could he possibly turn down an offer like that? She was livid.
Her voice turned icy. "So, you insist on doing this the hard way, Mr. Ye?"
"Oh? And what can you do to ?" Ye Fan retorted. "Don’t tell
you plan on having your bodyguards take
down."
"No, of course not," Shangguan Qiuyue replied. "Do you think an ordinary person could kill Duochi in a single blow? Don’t forget, that beautiful, long-legged woman of yours is still in our hands!"
"What?" Ye Fan’s face contorted with rage. He glanced down to the first floor, and sure enough...
Mu Wanxin was still engrossed in her phone, completely oblivious to the danger that now surrounded her.
Ye Fan’s voice was dangerously low. "By doing this, you’re violating the code of the underworld!"
"My objective is simple. I just want your help, Mr. Ye. This is for our mutual benefit, a win-win cooperation," Shangguan Qiuyue said calmly.
Ye Fan could no longer remain calm and was about to leap down. At that very mont, however, two bodyguards suddenly grabbed Mu Wanxin.
She stared up at Ye Fan, her eyes wide with panic.
Shangguan Qiuyue said, "You must help
this ti, Mr. Ye. I truly didn’t an to offend you. I hope you can forgive my thods."
"There’s another option, actually," Ye Fan said.
"What?" Shangguan Qiuyue asked.
But in that instant, Ye Fan blurred into motion, closing the distance and clamping his hand around Shangguan Qiuyue’s neck. "This option," he hissed.
Shangguan Qiuyue had no ti to react before his hand was around her throat. She choked out, "Don’t do anything rash! This won’t end well for you!"
"Is that so?" Ye Fan replied with a mocking smile.
Downstairs, the two bodyguards were dumbfounded. They never expected Ye Fan to pull such a move. They were caught completely off guard.
Ye Fan called down to them, "Let her go. Otherwise, I can’t guarantee your young lady will remain unhard!"
Suddenly, Shangguan Qiuyue resisted. She was a clever woman. With a sharp movent, she knocked the nearby bottle of red wine over, spilling its contents across the floor. As she struggled, Ye Fan was thrown off balance and staggered backward. She attempted to break free in that mont, but Ye Fan’s hand shot out and grabbed her shoulder. Pulled by inertia, she lost her footing and tumbled to the ground right on top of him. She ended up sprawled all over Ye Fan in a thoroughly embarrassing heap.
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