Chapter 227: The Real Beauty Scorpion

"Ah!!!"

"Second Master Bai, save me!"

"Bang!"

Lu Wenhui's miserable screams for help rang out; Shen Qi smashed a fist hard into his face, Lu Wenhui spat out a mouthful of bloody teeth, and his cries for help came to an abrupt end, leaving only painful whimpers.

"Crack, crack!"

Two bone-chilling sounds of bones breaking rang out, causing everyone present to shudder, and Lu Wenhui's eyes rolled back as he fainted dead away.

The entire room was deathly silent.

Shen Qi tortured Lu Wenhui without restraint, yet not a single person stood up to stop him, and they even turned a deaf ear to Lu Wenhui's cries for help.

Jiang Kui clenched his fists tightly, his Adam's apple bobbing; after all, he hadn't seen such a scene much, and despite his excitement, he was still a bit terrified.

The master and disciple, Long Jiu and Long Yi, were rubbing their hands together, their expressions full of relief and excitement.

When Lu Wenhui had insulted Jiang Lan, they had been furious, but Jiang Lan had kept silent and hadn't suffered any substantial harm, so they hadn't been able to act.

Seeing Chen Che and Shen Qi beating the man and the dog respectively, they couldn't have been more thrilled, and the looks they cast at Chen Che were filled with admiration.

This was the spirit and majesty a boss of the Scorpion Society should have!

As for Bai Xiangjin's lackeys, besides being shocked that Chen Che actually dared to take action, they were mostly furious.

Slapping Bai Xiangjin and crippling Lu Wenhui's hands was undoubtedly a naked humiliation!

It was also a clear indication that he didn't hold them in his eyes at all!

But anger was anger; since Bai Xiangjin hadn't said anything after being slapped, they found it even harder to act out, so they had to keep enduring it.

Yet the looks they cast at Chen Che were full of undisguised fire and malice.

Chen Che had been watching Bai Xiangjin from beginning to end, a faint smile hanging on the corners of his lips, as if saying: "Let's see how much longer you can endure."

Everyone present knew the grievances between Bai Xiangjin and Chen Che, but Bai Xiangjin's performance from start to finish exceeded everyone's expectations.

Chen Che even guessed that this old bastard was definitely brewing a big move, which was why he had acted directly to force him to reveal his trump card.

But Bai Xiangjin's level of endurance this time was clearly excellent; even after being humiliated and provoked by Chen Che like this, his expression didn't change in the slightest.

"Mr. Chen, you are truly a young talent. In three days, I will certainly prepare a grand gift to congratulate the new president!"

Bai Xiangjin didn't even glance at Lu Wenhui from beginning to end, instead bowing and cupping his hands to Chen Che, looking humble and submissive.

Chen Che was slightly surprised, but remained calm and replied, "Many thanks for your support, Second Master Bai. I believe that if Young Master Bai has a spirit in heaven, he will certainly be gratified."

Another knife twist!

The corners of Bai Xiangjin's mouth twitched, his shoulders couldn't help but tremble, and finally, he used all his might to suppress the anger in his eyes.

"That goes without saying."

Bai Xiangjin chuckled, then glanced at Jiang Lan and left without looking back.

Seeing their boss leave, the others didn't stay any longer and followed him out.

"Damn! Brother Chen, you're too hardcore!"

Before Bai Xiangjin and the others had even left, Jiang Kui couldn't help but rush in front of Chen Che, gesticulating as he said, "Even people like Hong Lao in the Scorpion Society don't dare to do anything to Bai Xiangjin, but he didn't even dare to let out a fart in front of you!

You are truly a real man! Too awesome! Once you take charge of the Scorpion Society, they will definitely be obedient!"

Chen Che patted Jiang Kui on the shoulder and smiled indifferently, "Alright, go handle the matters for Gu Lao's funeral first. I have something to say to your sister."

"Alright, alright, alright!"

Jiang Kui nodded heavily, then left with Long Jiu and Long Yi.

Shen Qi also left with great tact.

In the hall, only Chen Che and Jiang Lan were left.

Chen Che turned his head and found that Jiang Lan was staring this way, her eyes unfocused, wondering what she was thinking.

Chen Che walked over, but Jiang Lan's body trembled at this moment.

She had already been in a daze, and now her chest was heaving, her heart beating like a drum; even she didn't know why her heart was suddenly beating so fast!

It was just that the figure reflected in her eyes, for some reason, could no longer be driven away.

Jiang Lan thought uncontrollably: The last man who protected me and stood up for me like this must have been that heartless, short-lived ghost.

This young man, ten years my junior, were you sent by him to protect me?

No, it shouldn't be.

Your temperaments are completely different, and although he was young, he was even more overbearing and aggressive than you, yet... also very gentle...

But your backs are really so similar, yet not quite the same; his slightly thin figure brings me an unprecedented sense of security, even more than you did.

As she thought, Jiang Lan's eyes became unfocused again, and Chen Che stood still in front of her and waved his hand.

Jiang Lan finally came back to her senses, her face flushing, having the shyness of a young girl, yet not lacking the unique charm of a married woman.

"Th... thank you."

Jiang Lan parted her red lips and uttered a few words.

Chen Che shook his head and asked, "Were you scared just now?"

Jiang Lan's expression froze slightly as she looked steadily at Chen Che.

Chen Che smiled playfully and teased, "That's not how a Beauty Scorpion should look."

"Then what should I look like?"

Jiang Lan suddenly looked desolate and murmured softly, asking Chen Che, but more like asking herself.

"What? Gu Lao is gone, and your pride has gone with him?"

Chen Che's tone was calm, but his words struck straight at Jiang Lan's heart, "Actually, I can roughly guess your thoughts. To be honest, you are not suitable for managing the Scorpion Society, and perhaps you have known this for a long time yourself."

Jiang Lan looked up at that handsome face, her beautiful, naturally alluring eyes shimmering with light, and she asked with a smile, "How so?"

"You are accustomed to relying on others."

Chen Che said unhurriedly, "When your husband was still around, you never participated in the affairs of the Scorpion Society, and he was indeed someone you could rightfully rely on."

"But later, after your husband passed away, you had no choice but to take over the Scorpion Society in order to protect yourself and your family."

"Fortunately, with Gu Lao backing you up, no one dared to do anything to you, so you were able to spread your wings and act without restraint, because you knew that as long as Gu Lao was there, you and your family would be safe no matter what."

"I suspect that your reputation as the Beauty Scorpion was also established during that time."

Jiang Lan lowered her eyes and bit her lip, feeling the humiliation of having her inner thoughts laid bare, yet also the joy of finally having someone who understood what was in her heart.

"But now Gu Lao is gone, and although you say I am trustworthy, deep down, you tend to view our relationship more as a partnership or, perhaps, a high-stakes gamble."

"I truly have not given you a reason to rely on me, so you feel that you have no one behind you, and thus you act with hesitation."

"Otherwise, regarding that slap just now, even if you didn't do it yourself, your Bodyguard is a Grandmaster, and you are the president of the Scorpion Society; what would it have mattered if you had really taught that dog a lesson?"

Chen Che continued:

"Beauty Scorpion is your disguise, but no matter how much you pretend to be strong, deep down you are just a woman who longs to rely on someone."

"Just as you once said yourself, compared to being an Empress high above everyone else, you would rather be a wife at home, raising children and supporting your husband."

"You're right, but so what?!"

Jiang Lan suddenly looked up, tears sliding down her stubborn face, "Is it something to be proud of to guess what's on someone's mind?! What is this supposed to be? A show of power? You haven't even taken office yet; our cooperation can be terminated at any time!"

Chen Che shook his head and said, "I don't mean anything else; I just want to tell you that if you are used to relying on others, you can try relying on me."

Jiang Lan's body trembled, and she looked at Chen Che with a face full of astonishment, her heart pounding so hard it felt like it was about to burst out of her chest.

"Since I have agreed to your previous request, I will guarantee the safety of you, your daughter, and Jiang Kui; as long as I am in the Scorpion Society for one day, I will not let you suffer even the slightest harm."

Chen Che's tone was calm, yet he did not expect the intense impact these words would have on her.

Jiang Lan bit the tip of her tongue until she tasted a hint of blood, only then calming her agitated emotions.

"Easy to say."

Jiang Lan was silent for a long time before replying. She did not even notice that her voice sounded soft and sweet, carrying a hint of coquettish reproach.

Chen Che naturally did not let his thoughts wander; he shrugged and said, "I say these things to express my sincerity; I hope we have a pleasant cooperation in the future."

Chen Che smiled at Jiang Lan, then waved his hand and turned to leave.

"Wait!"

Jiang Lan called out to him at this moment.

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