Chapter 09

Chapter 09 : Poisonous Lily, Yan Rong

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The red matchbox-like car sped through the bustling streets of Hanmi City, the early morning sun casting a soothing glow over the land.

Long Aotian sat stiffly in the passenger seat, his eyes fixed on the passing cityscape.

He tried his best to avoid Yan Rong's face; he didn't want to lose the innocence of his eyes.

As time went by, he became certain that something was wrong with this woman.

He obviously wasn't interested in talking with her, let alone catching glimpses of her old fossil, but she wasn't backing away, looking audaciously at him as if wanting to devour him.

'My heart belongs only to my fiancée. I, Long Aotian, am loyal and true; I'm not a 'green tea bitch' and I seek no one but my one true love.'

he said in his heart, while reciting the Buddhist sutra in his mind, staying firm as a mountain.

"Little brother," Yan Rong said ambitiously. She leaned closer, her blouse revealing more of her skin, while her other hand was still on the steering wheel.

"You know, it's not often I get to drive such an intriguing young man like yourself. It must be fate that little brother has met me. Other than driving, big sister, knows a lot more skills, you know..."

"Also, it's so hot today, don't you think? And my poor AC needs some maintenance; the situation is getting even worse now... Look, you're sweating too much."

"Do you want sister to crack open the window? Sister has opened it for many other customers; sister can teach you a few things if you want."

Yan Rong was puzzled; this was the first time she had encountered such a dense man.

Maybe he just wasn't interested in her, but she dismissed this 'thought' with her unwavering confidence in her own appearance—her mountain-like breasts, her smooth willow waist, the long and tender curve of her neckline, and the graceful arch of her collarbone were impossible to overlook.

'If that's the case, then there must be something wrong with this guy? Perhaps he is..a eunuch, or maybe I'm not that beautiful...'

But even in her confusion, she was resolute in her mission to seduce him in her trap somehow!

Long Aotian's expression darkened. "Lady, please respect yourself. Otherwise, I will file a complaint against you. I don't appreciate this kind of behavior."

Yan Rong pouted, clearly displeased. "Oh, come on now, don't be so serious. A little fun won't hurt anyone. Why don't you relax a bit? We have a long drive ahead of us."

She unzipped her shirt a little more, revealing a hint of skin and lace. Ignoring any need for permission, she changed the car's direction, clearly driving towards the location fixed in her mind.

"I said, I'm not interested, you bitch," Long Aotian replied sharply, his eyes narrowing and turning cold as he struggled to control his anger. "Stop the car. I'll get out here."

Yan Rong instantly felt insulted and angry. She laughed maniacally, no longer in the mood to play games.

"Little beast, know your place. Do you think a high-class woman like me would be interested in little shit like you? If it weren't for Young Master Taks, who would even come close to your stinky mouth?"

She also felt aggrieved. Not only did this man not appreciate her looks, but he also called her a bitch.

Did he not know how to respect women? It seemed his mother had failed in raising him. She sped up the car angrily.

"A horny driver...classy woman? Stop dreaming. You've already shown your true colors. Just stop the car, or else..."

Long Aotian felt his killing intent rising, the instinct of a killer difficult to restrain. His eyes turned menacing, his hand trembling with a murderous thirst.

Witnessing this, Yan Rong gulped nervously, finding it hard to believe she was feeling a little scared.

Yan Rong's expression shifted swiftly. Her eyes narrowed, and a sinister smile crept across her lips.

"You're a tough one, I'll give you that. But I've handled far more stubborn men than you. Those tough-guy eyes won't scare me, you fool," she taunted, her hand deftly retrieving a gun from beside her seat.

"You need to know your place here... Don't think you can boss me around just because I look poor and helpless... Now, put on these cuffs, you bastard."

She tossed a pair of handcuffs at him, the gun pointed in his direction demanding compliance.

Long Aotian's gaze flickered to the gun, then back to Yan Rong's determined face.

"So, this is how it's going to be, miss. You should have told me earlier, I'm not without a brain..." he conceded, reluctantly yielding as she secured his hands.

Though he was fully capable of overpowering her and even killing her in an instant, he couldn't help but wonder who would dare target him in China.

It hadn't even been a day since his arrival.

This situation unexpectedly delayed his long-awaited reunion with his mother. Now, more than ever, he was determined to impart a lasting lesson to this woman and the people behind her.

Various evil 'thoughts' were swirling within his mind.

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[Meanwhile]

[ 23 Aug 2024, Black Pearl, Dock ]

[ Near the southern Edge of Hanmi City ]

Hanmi City was one of the most prosperous and influential cities in China. Its brilliance had even outshone giants like Shanghai and Beijing.

Because of this, despite the city merging with the sea and having a large coastline, it was still considered part of mainland or central China.

This was also precisely the reason why so many shipping companies were based here. However, many had long ceased operations as the government took control of the industry. As a result, several docks were abandoned.

At one such dock named Black Pearl, surrounded by empty containers and machinery, stood a tattered warehouse.

The constant sound of waves crashing against the shore could be heard from the nearby sea.

Outside the warehouse, a table sheltered by a large black umbrella stood.

Around it, four men sat, their expressions indicating they were deep in thought, as if using every ounce of their mental capacity to ponder something serious. Various food was also laid before them.

Picking up the fried chicken leg piece before him, Li Wei, the Scared Man, stuffed it inside his mouth. While chewing, he spoke with great enthusiasm.

"Tattoo artist, I'm not convinced about using Poisonous Lily. She's as likely to seduce him as she is to stab us in the back. You know how many times she has betrayed us."

Zhao Long, the Tattooed Man, folded his hands confidently, smirking.

"Trust me, scared guy. Poisonous Lily knows how to play the game. She understands this is the young master's good deed. If she ruins it... haha! Don't worry, she'll manipulate him easily and lead him straight to us, no questions asked."

Hearing them, Wang Bo, the Knife Man, took out his knife and started sharpening it. It had been a long time since he had cleaved apart human flesh.

"What if she takes too much pleasure in this game? We can't afford any slip-ups. I don't want to wait here for hours. If we can guarantee that guy meets an early demise, we can squeeze some money from the young master.".

"I've got to stash funds for my daughter's exam fees. You, unmarried brothers, would never understand what I mean."

Gold Tooth Chen Jian grinned knowingly, took out his phone, and started playing Candy-Crush on it while speaking.

"Wang Bo, my friend, you worry too much. Poisonous Lily understands the stakes. She'll bring him to us without fail. With us taking charge, everything will go smoothly."

"And... it's not our brother's fault that you fell for a woman and got married. But don't sweat it; a few more 'good deeds,' and you'll have enough money."

Li Wei replied pensively, "I hope you're right, Gold Tooth. I missed out on having a drink with a beautiful Russian woman yesterday because I had to sleep early for this shit ..."

The "Poisonous Lily" in question was, of course, Yan Rong, another servant of Young Master Chen Mu.

Her crowning glory? She had once deeply wounded the young master's pride, insulting him, and plunging his soul into despair. Yet, despite the humiliation, the discerning eyes of the young master recognized potential in this daring bitch..

From then on, she became the young master's right-hand woman, expertly guiding him through the minefield of skirt-chasing, plotting revenge like a pro, and dispensing expert tips on petty mischiefs such as kidnappings and murders.

Sometimes, she seduced the young master's enemies, luring them to their demise, but even then, Lily was still blooming with vitality, never withered. She remained an untouched, innocent girl.

Because of this, the young master grew to admire her more; a woman who could repeatedly tease men, blueballing them constantly, it was truly an impressive feat in his eyes.

Most importantly, her tongue was sharp; she insulted many on behalf of the young master, gaining both recognition and wealth within the city's elite circles.

The name "Poisonous Lily," the 'foul-mouthed-bitch', became widely known and feared.

At this moment...

While the four men were still embroiled in argument, the sudden rumble of a car echoed through the surroundings, and all four of them wore knowing smiles on their faces.

"Haha! Let's welcome our guest, brothers."

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( End Of The Chapter )

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