Chapter 173: Courtesy Demands Reciprocity

Shen Qi watched Jiang Kui and the others running down the street, covering their faces and bare buttocks, laughing with unbridled abandon.

After using his phone to record this explosive scene, he returned to the room to find Chen Che.

"Master, this place needs to be renovated; you probably can't stay here today."

Shen Qi said, looking at the battered and wretched scene inside the room.

Chen Che nodded, not minding; he hadn't planned on staying here anyway.

"Alright, ladies, there was a bit of an accident today. You're not needed anymore, you can all head out."

Shen Qi gestured for the girls hiding in the corner to leave.

However, the girls, who had originally thought the Qibao Association was finished, were still in a daze, unable to believe that Chen Che had actually beaten Jiang Kui and his men away.

For a moment, the gazes they cast toward Chen Che were all filled with curiosity and longing.

People all have a psychological tendency to admire the strong; they like powerful people.

And powerful people are also more likely to attract the attention and curiosity of the opposite sex.

Not to mention women like them, who naturally hope to find a powerful man to serve as their backing.

Shen Qi noticed those pairs of infatuated eyes, cleared his throat, and asked deliberately: "Ladies, is Boss Chen handsome?"

"Handsome!" the girls, dressed in various outfits, shouted in unison.

"Is he impressive?"

"Impressive!"

"Is he strong?"

"Strong!"

"Is he great?"

"Great!"

"Do you like him?"

"We like him!"

"Then since you like him, what should you do?"

Shen Qi said, beaming with delight and implying something.

"Boss~"

The six girls called out coquettishly, and almost simultaneously, they pounced toward Chen Che.

Chen Che's expression froze; he subconsciously took a step back and glared at Shen Qi.

Shen Qi immediately reined in his smile, blocked the wolfish and tigerish girls, and said: "Alright, alright, that's all for today. Mr. Chen is tired; we'll find you again next time."

The girls all looked dejected, cast one last lingering glance at Chen Che, and left, looking back every few steps.

"You must properly settle these girls; the gray industry cannot be continued, understand?"

With only Chen Che and Shen Qi left in the room, Chen Che gave the order.

Although Shen Qi felt reluctant, he still obeyed Chen Che's command: "Rest assured, Master, I will definitely make proper arrangements."

Chen Che nodded and asked: "What exactly is the Scorpion Society?"

Shen Qi said: "Simply put, the Scorpion Society is the largest underground force in Jinling, just like the Qibao Association is in Shanghai.

But the Scorpion Society is a publicly listed enterprise on the surface, the Tianxie Group; this is something the Qibao Association cannot compare to.

Moreover, because Jinling is known as the Southern Capital, the Scorpion Society is also the veritable hegemon of the southern underworld, with a massive scale."

"Do you know that Jiang Kui from just now?" Chen Che asked again.

Shen Qi nodded and continued: "Jiang Kui is the biological younger brother of the current Scorpion Society boss. In the underworld, he is known as the Little Prince of the Scorpion Society, but because he is too young and his abilities are not outstanding, his sister has never arranged for him to hold a position in the Scorpion Society or the Tianxie Group."

"Your investigation of this information is quite good; continue."

The two arrived at a tea room. After hearing Chen Che's praise, he sat down and waited quietly for Shen Qi's follow-up.

Being praised by Chen Che, Shen Qi was very happy; he carefully poured tea for Chen Che and continued:

"The previous helmsman of the Scorpion Society, Scorpion, passed away unexpectedly five years ago. Afterward, his wife—who is also Jiang Kui's biological older sister, Jiang Lan—took over the entire Scorpion Society and the Tianxie Group, inheriting her husband's empire.

When this woman was young, she relied on her peerless beauty and hot figure to successfully infatuate Scorpion, who was just becoming slightly famous at the time.

Afterward, she became Scorpion's woman, and logically became the recognized big sister of the underworld in Jinling and even the entire Jiangnan region.

But after Scorpion died, this beautiful woman, who had previously been considered by people to be nothing more than Scorpion's accessory—good to look at but useless—underwent a transformation and became the new leader of the Scorpion Society, succeeding Scorpion.

When people in the underworld talked in private, their name for her also changed from Big Sister to Beauty Scorpion.

Because after this woman took over as the helmsman of the Scorpion Society, she displayed abilities no less than Scorpion's; she was swift, decisive, and ruthless!

It only took her a short half-year to completely secure her position as the head of the Scorpion Society."

Shen Qi, getting into the spirit, took a sip of tea and continued to talk incessantly:

"But according to rumors, the reason the Scorpion Society was able to develop to its current scale, besides the superior abilities of Scorpion and Jiang Lan, is most importantly because they have a big backer behind them.

The information I gathered is that this big backer of theirs was once a big shot in Jinling and even the entire Jiangnan region.

Underworld rumors say that when Scorpion was alive, he privately called this big shot 'Godfather'.

And after Scorpion passed away, this big shot continued to support Jiang Lan; this is also an important reason why Jiang Lan was able to take over the entire Scorpion Society in just half a year."

"There is one more point!"

Shen Qi's eyes were bright and spirited, filled with the flavor of Eight Trigrams, "Underworld rumors say that after Scorpion died, Jiang Lan became this big shot's Mistress. So much so that the scions of the major families in Jinling dare not harbor any designs on this Beauty Scorpion."

After finishing, Shen Qi took another large gulp of tea, looking as if he still had more to say.

Chen Che also sipped his tea, his eyes deep, not knowing what he was thinking.

Seeing Chen Che fall into thought, Shen Qi became excited instead; he always remembered what Chen Che had said to him before—"Shanghai is only the first step; we must make the Qibao Association big and strong!"

Therefore, Shen Qi guessed Chen Che's thoughts very easily at this moment.

"Master, are we going to take on the Scorpion Society?"

Shen Qi's blood surged with excitement as he asked.

Chen Che revealed a meaningful smile and said, "Actually, I originally didn't plan to clash head-on with the local forces in Jinling; after all, everything can be discussed."

"But since Jiang Kui, this Little Prince of the Scorpion Society, has come knocking on our door, we certainly cannot just sit and wait for death."

Shen Qi jumped up in excitement; following a master like Chen Che who believed in "if you're not convinced, just fight" was truly satisfying!

"Master, tell me, how are we going to take on the Scorpion Society?!"

Shen Qi could hardly wait.

Chen Che remained calm and composed, asking, "Which of the Scorpion Society's venues is the most popular and profitable?"

Shen Qi thought for a moment and said, "The Red Leaf Club. The owner there is the son of the Scorpion Society's Second-in-command, Bai Fengye. He is about the same age as you, Master."

Chen Che nodded, set down his teacup, and like a general commanding troops on the battlefield, issued his order: "Call everyone from the Qibao Association now and go to the Red Leaf Club."

"Understood."

Shen Qi replied, then asked another question: "Master, what is our specific plan of action?"

"There is no plan."

Chen Che gave a wicked smile: "The Scorpion Society can come to our place to smash things up, so we should naturally return the favor and go smash up their place."

"Understood!"

Shen Qi's heart surged with excitement as he hurried off to gather the men.

Meanwhile, inside the Red Leaf Club.

Bai Fengye and Huang Feng were sitting on the second-floor balcony, looking down at the scene of song and dance below.

Bai Fengye was the only son of the Scorpion Society's Second-in-command, Bai Xiangjin; he was a few years older than Jiang Kui and had a ruthless streak in his bones. He had been involved with the Scorpion Society since he was very young and had made a name for himself at a tender age, making him a standout among the younger generation of the Scorpion Society.

Bai Xiangjin was very proud of this and handed over the management of his most popular venue, the Red Leaf Club, to him.

Under Bai Fengye's management, the Red Leaf Club became increasingly popular, and through his deliberate cultivation, it attracted many young masters and playboys of the wealthy and powerful in Jinling.

And Huang Feng was one of them.

However, Huang Feng was not here today to enjoy the club's signature services, but rather for Bai Fengye.

But Huang Feng did not immediately reveal his intentions, instead continuing to drink with Bai Fengye, enjoying himself thoroughly.

After three rounds of drinks, both men were showing signs of intoxication, and danger arrived at this very moment.