Chapter 29: Everyone Does This

Jiang Hao said to Ye Fengwu, "Brother Wu, Lin Ling used to be a skilled pole dance instructor. Her place got trashed by Hei Feng from the West Tiger gang. I saw she was good with people, so I took her in."

Ye Fengwu nodded, appreciating Lin Ling's intelligence and impressive dance skills.

Jiang Hao looked at Ye Fengwu slyly and said, "Brother Wu, Lin Ling might seem a bit flirtatious, but none of the guys have touched her. Do you want to...?"

Before he could finish, Ye Fengwu shot him a look and said, "My wife is much prettier than her."

Jiang Hao laughed, "That's true, but sneaking around occasionally is only human nature!"

Ye Fengwu pretended to be annoyed, but inwardly, he agreed.

As Ye Fengwu enjoyed Lin Ling's captivating pole dance, a group of young men entered the hotel lobby downstairs, led by a scar-faced man named Gao He.

Gao He, with three underlings, swaggered into the lobby, a cigar dangling from his mouth. A server approached him and frowned, "Sir, you can't smoke here," while presenting an ashtray with an authoritative air.

Gao He immediately put out the cigar in the ashtray, showing unexpected respect even to the hotel staff. He then said, "I'm here to see Fang Gang. Let me give him a call."

Recognizing Fang Gang, one of Hao Ge's trusted lieutenants, the server's demeanor softened. Gao He dialed Fang Gang and said, "Brother Gang, I'm in the lobby."

"…"

"Alright, I'll be up shortly."

After hanging up, Gao He muttered, "Damn it, where's Qin Qinghan? Is she planning to back out?" He then turned to one of his men and said, "If she's not here by eight, cut off Qin Zhi's arm."

Just as the underling was about to respond, he spotted a stunning figure walking into the hotel—Qin Qinghan. Her simple yet elegant attire exuded a pure and enchanting aura, catching everyone's eye.

Gao He, momentarily stunned by her beauty, regained his composure and said, "Finally, you're here. I thought you didn't care about your father's life." He reached out to grab her arm, but she stepped back, avoiding his grasp. "I'm here on time. Now keep your promise."

Gao He laughed, "Of course," and made a call. "Release Qin Zhi. Give him back his phone and belongings."

After ending the call, he said, "See, I keep my promises. Your father will be home soon."

Qin Qinghan decided to call her father, but before she could, Qin Zhi called her. "Qinghan, I'm out of the parlor. Don't go to that hotel," he said urgently.

"Don't worry about it, Dad," she replied and hung up. She subtly manipulated her phone, unnoticed by Gao He. She then followed him to the second floor, occasionally touching her left sleeve.

In the private room, Lin Ling continued her alluring dance, her eyes frequently glancing at Ye Fengwu. Fang Gang then said to Jiang Hao, "Brother Hao, someone wants to meet you."

Jiang Hao frowned, "Who?"

"A small-time guy named Gao He. He runs a gambling parlor in Haihua City and wants to get in your good graces," Fang Gang explained.

Jiang Hao, irritated, replied, "Today's about welcoming Brother Wu, not for any random person."

Fang Gang grinned, "He said he brought a beautiful woman to meet Brother Wu."

Slightly intrigued, Jiang Hao nodded, "Alright, let him up."

Fang Gang left the room to fetch Gao He. Ye Fengwu, having overheard the conversation, remained silent.

Soon, Fang Gang returned with Gao He, who, despite his bravado, was visibly nervous in such esteemed company. Introduced by Fang Gang, Gao He greeted Jiang Hao and Ye Fengwu with deference.

Noticing Gao He was empty-handed, Liu Cheng sneered, "You came empty-handed? You know the rules—if you come empty, you leave something behind."

Gao He forced a smile and said, "I wouldn't dare come empty-handed. I brought a beautiful woman who's eager to meet you, Brother Hao."

"Bring her in," Gao He called, and a tall, pure-looking woman walked in—Qin Qinghan.

Her presence silenced the room. Even Lin Ling, who had been dancing, paused in awe of her beauty.

Both Ye Fengwu and Jiang Hao's expressions darkened. They recognized her instantly, as did the others who had witnessed the previous incident with Jin Bao.

"Why is she here again?" they wondered, their minds racing.