However, Li Yang seemed to ignore all of this, easily picking up his teacup and continuing to drink. He remained unmoved by Wang Gui's actions.
"You'd better watch your mouth," Wang Gui sneered.
"My mouth is perfectly clean," Li Yang said, sticking out his tongue in a deliberately disgusting manner.
Shu Yi was getting anxious. He had come to build connections, not to pit them against each other; that wasn't his intention. In his eyes, Wang Gui was a goddess, second only to Zhou Tong, the director of the National Security Bureau. Shu Yi himself was nominally affiliated with the National Security Bureau, working under Wang Gui. His departure from the military was merely a facade, a deception; he had actually joined the National Security Bureau as a member of the Ancient Martial Arts Department. In Shu Yi's eyes, Li Yang's martial arts were quite good, even better than his own, considering Li Yang only possessed internal energy cultivation, barely reaching the Innate Realm. However, Li Yang's martial arts were inferior to Wang Gui's; he was definitely no match for Wang Gui. Nevertheless, Li Yang was a rare master. In today's society, it was extremely rare for someone from humble beginnings to possess such skills without outside guidance or a renowned teacher. If he could be brought into the National Security Bureau, given Li Yang's formidable strength, he would undoubtedly be a powerful ally.
He hadn't expected the two to clash so immediately upon meeting, which annoyed him. Li Yang was indeed young and impetuous; his martial arts were good, but he shouldn't be so arrogant. Although Li Yang was stronger than him, he was definitely not as good as Wang Gui. He must not have encountered a true master, otherwise he wouldn't be so proud. During their first encounter, he had guessed that Li Yang's martial arts were very high, even thinking of the national arhat Zhou Tong. However, after returning home, he thought about it carefully and realized he was overthinking things. After all, how many people like Wang Gui and the national arhat were there in such a vast country as China? Moreover, they both had extremely powerful backgrounds: one was a true disciple of Shaolin Temple, and the other was a successor of Chen-style Tai Chi. Their backgrounds and support were what enabled their remarkable achievements. Li Yang's martial arts were indeed high, but only slightly higher than his own. At that level, even a slight difference was immense, very difficult to surpass. Therefore, he concluded that Li Yang's martial arts were only slightly better than his own, and he was only skilled in movement techniques; therefore, he was no match for him. But seeing how rude and arrogant he was to Wang Gui, I felt that Li Yang was too ignorant of his own limitations.
"Li Yang, don't be like that. I asked you to see Director Wang to recommend you for a position at the National Security Bureau. I'm not joking." Shu Yi was somewhat dissatisfied, no longer calling Li Yang "boss" but directly addressing him by his name. He had only joined Li Yang's side out of convenience; in reality, he was most loyal to the National Security Bureau.
"Oh," Li Yang said noncommittally. Just then, the restaurant owner arrived, called by the waiter. He saw Wang Gui slap the table leg so hard it bent, and his jaw nearly dropped to the ground. He didn't dare to cause any trouble and went straight to the owner.
The boss was quite frightened by what he said. How could he have offended such a devilish figure? But since the other party had destroyed his property, and his small business couldn't afford the damage, he still wanted to demand compensation.
"Hey everyone, calm down, have some tea, and about my table..." the boss said with a smile.
"Hmph~" Wang Gui glanced at the boss with disdain, thinking to herself, "I risk my life every day to protect my country, asking for no recognition or understanding. Isn't it you guys I'm protecting? Now I've broken one of your tables and you still have the nerve to come up and demand compensation? If you anger me, I'll punch you and send you flying. Let's see if you dare to sue me. Let's see which department dares to interrogate me."
Shu Yi understood Wang Gui's temperament quite well, but he was also a poor man. The National Security Bureau had extremely high requirements, and although the salary was good and generous, and he had all the necessary social security benefits, he sent all his money to his comrades' families. He came from a humble background, and many of his comrades were from the grassroots level and their families were poor. He sent his salary to their families as soon as he received it. Because of this, several girlfriends left him, and he is still single. He has to trouble Wu Guniang every now and then!
"I'm sorry, boss, we'll remember the loss to your shop. How about I write you a note? Just take this note to the Jiangdong City National Geographic Research Institute, and you'll get compensation..." Shu Yi only had a few dozen yuan in his pocket. It was almost the end of the month, and he needed to be careful with his money, otherwise he wouldn't be able to make it to the end of the month to get his salary. So he couldn't afford to pay for the table.
"Huh?" The boss was dumbfounded. You guys study National Geographic? Are you all poor people? Are you kidding me?
"So, which unit are you leaders from? Can you get your meals reimbursed?" The boss swallowed hard. Reimbursing meals is a common practice in many organizations and government agencies, but don't they always require receipts? Someone who can get money just by issuing a receipt must have a lot more money on them, right? Can't even afford to pay for a table and a few water cups? Are you kidding me?
Chapter 755: Why is there such a huge difference in how people are treated?
"No need to go, you'll have to take a taxi back and forth. Here, take it!" Li Yang couldn't stand it anymore. Many times, many things are unbearable because of the actions of those in power. They want the horse to run fast but don't feed it. For example, taxes are high and rising rapidly, and prices are skyrocketing, making people's heads ache. But the growth rate of wages seems to be riding a snail's pace, incredibly slow. Recently, there has been some improvement, like the snail has upgraded from a snail to a tortoise, exclaiming how fast it is... But in reality?
This department is such a pain in the neck, with daily low wages. But if he could get that murder license, Li Yang would be willing to pay out of his own pocket. So he pulled out a few hundred-yuan bills and handed them to the boss, saying, "Keep the change, consider the rest a tip!"
The owner was so excited that he burst into tears. He never expected that after running his restaurant for so long, someone would still patronize it. He was so happy!
"Please continue, please continue..." the boss said excitedly as he left. A moment later, a waiter came up with melon seeds, fruit, candy, and a pot of water, saying solicitously, "These are a gift from the boss, please enjoy..."
Shu Yi sighed helplessly. "Sigh, they're so rich and powerful." He glanced at Wang Gui with some concern, afraid she'd lose her temper. She definitely had the money to compensate him; she was just upset. But his worries were unnecessary. Wang Gui wasn't angry at all; in fact, she was secretly quite pleased. After all, she'd saved some money. If Shu Yi had overheard her inner thoughts, he would have been utterly ashamed. His idol was actually a money-grubber!
"So what if you have money? I don't care~" Wang Gui said deliberately. Li Yang looked at Wang Gui with amusement. He had already seen the smug glint in her eyes and understood her thoughts. Suddenly, he felt a slight fondness for this woman, thinking that this kind of woman was more genuine. Her behavior just now was truly infuriating. He couldn't stand people who wielded the banner of justice while acting righteously; damn it, it was too pretentious!
"It's nothing special, just trying to solve a problem. So, what do you want from me?" Although Li Yang wasn't particularly disgusted by Shu Yi's behavior, he had already automatically kicked him out. If Li Yang hadn't joined the National Security Bureau, Shu Yi would have been completely kicked out of Baguamen, which would later become Black Star Company.
"So you want to join the National Security Bureau? The Ancient Martial Arts Department!" Shu Yi interjected.
"What are the benefits? You just tell me to join and I'll join?" Li Yang said casually.
"Don't be so arrogant. Don't think you can talk big just because you know a little martial arts. Let me tell you, you're nothing!" Wang Gui pointed at Li Yang's nose and cursed. In her opinion, Li Yang's martial arts were only slightly better than Shu Yi's, and he wouldn't last more than a few moves against her.
"Li Yang, don't do this! So many people want to join the National Security Bureau, don't do this!" Shu Yi said anxiously for Li Yang. At the same time, she was also worried about Wang Gui, fearing that Wang Gui would waste such a good talent as Li Yang.
"My martial arts skills aren't anything special, but I don't need you to tell me what to do. If you want to invite me, you'd better show some sincerity," Li Yang said with a cold laugh. Although he had developed a slight liking for this woman, it was just a slight liking; if she dared to be arrogant in front of him, he would still beat her up.
"You're really arrogant, Shu Yi. Is this the talent you were talking about? Actually, let me tell you, our National Security Bureau has known everything about him for a long time. His files and information are piled up in the National Security Bureau. You didn't know, did you? His master is Lu Chen, the head of the world's top underworld godfather, the Hongmen, ranked second on the Dragon Ranking, whose martial arts have reached the level of the Dao of Sincerity. And Li Yang's Bagua Willow Leaf Cotton Silk Palm was learned from Lu Chen. Am I right?" Wang Gui stared sharply at Li Yang, as if trying to see through him, but her eyes clearly couldn't see through Li Yang, while Li Yang's eyes could see through everything about her. Li Yang was also full of fighting spirit towards this busty woman. Besides peering into her inner world, his eyes also glanced at her large breasts, and he couldn't help but mutter, "Black lace trim, I didn't expect her to be a repressed slut!"
Wang Gui, being an expert with incredibly sharp ears, immediately heard Li Yang's words clearly. His eyes widened, radiating anger, and he demanded, "Li Yang, what did you say?"
"I have to say, your National Security Bureau is really something, I'm impressed. Since you know me so well, why waste your breath? Just give me a straight answer about what you want to do~" Of course, Li Yang wouldn't admit what he was saying.
"Let me tell you, Li Yang, don't think you can be so arrogant just because you have some background and strength. Let me tell you, our National Security Bureau has countless experts, and there are many people more capable than you. If you're not convinced, let me tell you, we can arrest you anytime we want!" Wang Gui said, glaring at Li Yang.
"Fine. I'll be waiting for you!" Li Yang said dismissively.
"You're not convinced? How about we have a match first? I'll show you that you're nothing but a frog in a well," Wang Gui said with a sneer. Clearly, she shared Shu Yi's opinion and was influenced by him, believing that Li Yang's martial arts were only slightly better than Shu Yi's, and that she could easily handle him.
"I'm a frog in a well? Hahaha... Alright, I'm really looking forward to it. Tell me, where shall we have the match? I'm ready anytime!" Li Yang not only wasn't afraid but laughed loudly, which made Wang Gui even angrier. Her chest heaved violently, and her huge breasts almost burst out of her clothes, making Li Yang's eyes burn with desire.
"Fine! Let's go!" Wang Gui was truly enraged. If she didn't teach Li Yang a lesson, she felt she wouldn't be able to sleep tonight, especially when Li Yang's eyes were lecherously fixed on her breasts, the burning heat almost tearing her clothes apart, which made her extremely uncomfortable. Especially after Li Yang muttered something about lace and frills, she suspected he was referring to her bra. But her clothes were very secure; Li Yang couldn't possibly see it. So she only suspected it and didn't take it seriously. But then she suddenly thought of the National Security Bureau and their Ancient Martial Arts Department, which also had a Supernatural Abilities Department. The people there were all possessing various supernatural abilities; perhaps some even had X-ray vision? She even wondered if Li Yang possessed such an ability. But regardless, daring to be so arrogant and disregard her would have to pay the price.
"Alright. Let's go!" Li Yang stood up nonchalantly and followed Shu Yi and Wang Gui out of the restaurant. The owner saw them off courteously for a long time. He then blinked, still feeling a bit unsatisfied. When would he ever meet customers like this again? Such good people! Young people are so much better than that woman and that old man. They're all human, so why is there such a huge difference in their character?
Chapter 756: The Humiliation of Ramming
Although the boss's mutterings were soft, they were all experts and hadn't gone far, so they all heard some of it. Wang Gui and Shu Yi's expressions immediately turned ugly, while Li Yang chuckled, quite pleased with himself.
"I'll beat him to death!" Wang Gui roared in fury, this impulsive and violent woman turning to rush over and beat the boss. But Shu Yi immediately pulled her back, advising, "Coach, they're just ordinary people, all greedy for money. Don't stoop to their level."
"Yeah, a lot of people are greedy for money," Li Yang said indirectly, referring to Wang Gui, who also had a bit of a money-grubbing streak.
"Who are you calling a liar?!" Wang Gui shouted angrily, pointing at Li Yang.
"Everyone knows who I'm talking about!" Li Yang said dismissively.
"Okay! Get in!" Wang Gui's breasts were practically bursting with rage as she pulled the car over and got in. Li Yang followed suit without any fear. Shu Yi sat in the passenger seat, and the car roared to life, shooting off like a cheetah without warning. The speed was astonishing; Li Yang could tell from the sound that the car had been modified, otherwise it wouldn't have such an effect.
The car sped recklessly towards an inconspicuous downtown building, drove directly into the underground parking lot, and came to a stop. It was a fairly large parking lot, but it seemed to be privately owned, or perhaps belonging to the building itself; the vast space contained only a few cars, and it was very secluded, unlikely to be noticed.
"Get out of the car!" Wang Gui rushed out of the car and slammed his fist into the car door. The door shattered with a loud bang, leaving a sizable dent. After all, this was a modified car, and the door had been reinforced and was extremely sturdy. This showed the immense power of Wang Gui's punch and the intensity of his anger.
"Li Yang, if you can't beat her, just beg for mercy. Although the coach seems tyrannical, she is actually very reasonable. She is a kind-hearted person on the outside but cold on the inside. As long as you admit defeat and admit your mistake, she won't make things difficult for you!" Shu Yi said, pulling Li Yang aside as he was about to get out of the car.
"Really? Aren't all women cold on the outside but warm on the inside? Do you think Guo Lifu is like that? Didn't you have a lot of fun with her?" Li Yang chuckled lewdly.
"You..." Shu Yi was stunned, then annoyed. How could you compare Guo Lifu to the coach? It was an insult to the coach! He immediately realized that Li Yang was doing this on purpose, to insult the coach. Shu Yi also started to get angry, thinking to himself, "Let the coach teach you a lesson, for always being so arrogant!"
"Right here?" Li Yang said with a wicked grin. "I love having sex in the open, but the atmosphere here seems more suitable for car sex~" Li Yang said, seemingly oblivious to the danger.
Wang Gui's eyes blazed with fury as she roared, "Take this!" In a flash, she leaped from the front of the car to right in front of Li Yang, who was standing near the car door. It was clear that the distance she covered in one step was considerable. Her powerful punch was like a cannonball, aimed straight at Li Yang's shoulder blade!