Ding Han's face flushed slightly as she said, "I'm old, what's beautiful about me? Stop talking sweet nonsense."
Luo Jun insisted, "In my heart, you are the most beautiful."
"Come eat quickly, or the noodles will get mushy and won't taste good anymore."
Ding Han smiled gently.
Luo Jun then went forward and sat down.
There was a golden fried egg on the noodles, and Luo Jun ate with great relish, repeatedly saying it was delicious.
It truly was delicious.
Seeing that Luo Jun liked the fried egg, Ding Han gave him her own.
Luo Jun chuckled, feeling incredibly sweet.
He quickly finished his noodles, but still felt unsatiated.
Ding Han, seeing him eat with such joy, felt satisfied from the bottom of her heart and gave him some of her noodles.
After finishing breakfast, Ding Han tidied up the bowls and chopsticks.
Luo Jun sat idly. He wanted to help, but Ding Han wouldn't let him.
"Perhaps, settling down and having a home wouldn't be so bad?" Luo Jun thought to himself.
But soon, he dismissed the thought.
He was used to being alone. If he were confined for too long, he would go mad.
"I'll go change my clothes in the room, wait for me, and we'll go to the company together."
Ding Han said.
She paused, then suddenly added, "By the way, are you still going to work at the company?"
Luo Jun replied, "Of course."
Ding Han smiled, "That's right, you're mainly here to protect Yán'ér."
Luo Jun gave a faint smile.
Ding Han quickly went to her room.
Ten minutes later, she emerged wearing a black suit – the epitome of professional allure. Her figure, with its curves, stirred Luo Jun's desires.
When Ding Han wore such an outfit, she exuded an undeniable charm befitting the Liren Company.
Luo Jun stared, mesmerized.
Ding Han saw the expression on Luo Jun's face and felt a surge of happiness.
Suddenly, Ding Han thought of something and said, "Luo Jun, let's go shopping tonight. I'll pick out some clothes for you. Yours are too old."
Luo Jun was indifferent, "They're fine, as long as they're wearable."
Ding Han insisted, "I want to dress you up better. What, you're not willing to cooperate with me?"
Towards the end, her tone became a little coquettish.
Luo Jun warned himself to stay away from Ding Han, but upon seeing her, he found himself powerless to resist, his actions dictated by her.
He quickly replied, "Of course I'm willing to cooperate!"
Ding Han smiled charmingly, "That's more like it."
Just then, there was a sudden knock on the door.
Both Ding Han and Luo Jun were startled.
In this kind of neighborhood, it was unusual for strangers to knock on the door.
Luo Jun said to Ding Han, "I'll go see."
Ding Han nodded.
Luo Jun went to open the door.
When the door opened, Luo Jun saw two unfamiliar women.
Both women were full-figured; one was in her thirties, the other in her fifties.
They appeared to be mother and daughter.
Ding Han immediately saw the mother and daughter, and her expression changed instantly.
She recognized them, as they were the mother and sister of her ex-husband, Yáng Wéndìng.
In other words, her ex-mother-in-law and ex-sister-in-law.
The sister-in-law was named Yáng Yùméi, and the ex-mother-in-law was named Hán Xiù.
These two were notoriously sharp-tongued and vindictive, and their arrival boded no good.
"Who are you?" Yáng Yùméi glared at Luo Jun and immediately snapped.
Luo Jun couldn't help but laugh, "Who are you?"
Yáng Yùméi then saw Ding Han. She pushed her way in forcefully and began berating Ding Han without regard for the situation, "You slut! Not bad! You've found yourself a gigolo, and you even broke my brother's hand."
This mother and daughter pair had arrived with hostile intent, clearly to cause trouble for Ding Han.
Hán Xiù followed them in. She surveyed the apartment and then began to taunt Ding Han, "I knew from the start that you weren't a good person. I never agreed to you being with my son. And now it's proven true, isn't it? Slut, it hasn't been that long since you divorced, and you've already brought a gigolo into the house. You can't live without a man, can you?"
Ding Han's chest heaved with anger at the two women. She shouted, "Get out! Get out!"
Luo Jun finally understood the situation. He suddenly turned to Ding Han, put his arm around her waist, and kissed her on the cheek.
Ding Han was stunned.
Luo Jun grinned at Hán Xiù and Yáng Yùméi, "What's the matter? Is it illegal for my wife and me to be affectionate? Let me tell you two bitches, we're legally married. You're trespassing, and you're maliciously insulting my wife. I've recorded everything you've said. You can expect a court summons."
Hán Xiù and Yáng Yùméi were taken aback. Then, Yáng Yùméi erupted.
"You bastard, and you, you slut! You've gotten bold, haven't you?"
"Oh my!" Luo Jun chuckled. "Why are you so angry? Someone as ugly and fat as you, I wouldn't want you even if you offered me mountains of gold. If I were you, I wouldn't come out here to embarrass myself. I don't know how you have the nerve to show up."
"You..." Yáng Yùméi was so furious she was trembling.
"I'll fight you!" she declared, lunging to scratch Luo Jun's face.
Ding Han was furious, but Luo Jun standing up for her gave her a sense of security, like a little woman.
However, Ding Han also became worried.
As Yáng Yùméi charged, Hán Xiù also exploded.
The mother and daughter had come for money, to pay for their son's medical expenses. Their son's hand was broken, and they were furious.
They assumed that since they were women, the other party wouldn't dare to do anything to them, so they came barging in.
However, at this moment, they were clearly mistaken.
Luo Jun first kicked Yáng Yùméi in the stomach. Yáng Yùméi cried out in pain and fell to the ground.
Then, Luo Jun slapped Hán Xiù so hard that she spun around like a top before falling to the ground.
"Get lost now, or I'll strip you two nasty women naked and throw you out!" Luo Jun said dismissively. "Although I rarely hit women, for people like you who are neither male nor female, I'm willing to make an exception."
Yáng Yùméi and Hán Xiù finally felt the terror of Luo Jun. Both women endured the severe pain and scurried away shamefully.
After they left, Luo Jun still had his arm around Ding Han's soft waist.
Ding Han was truly stunned. She asked Luo Jun, "Will we get into trouble?"
Luo Jun was unconcerned. "What trouble could we get into? Do you know what this is called? It's called 'only the wicked can deal with the wicked'! Don't think too highly of them. Let's go, we need to get to the company."
Ding Han then realized Luo Jun had been holding her the whole time, and he had just kissed her. Her face flushed, and she gently pushed his hand away.
Luo Jun let out a chuckle.
He had certainly enjoyed himself.
Afterward, they headed to the company.
Ding Han hadn't figured out her feelings for Luo Jun yet. So, she ultimately decided they would drive to the company in separate cars.
At least, they wouldn't make it public at the company for now.
Luo Jun was happy to oblige; he had his own internal conflicts.
Ding Han arrived at the company first.
Luo Jun arrived an hour later.
It was already nine-thirty when he got to the company.
The sun was shining brightly.
As soon as Luo Jun got out of the car, Old Xia and a group of security guards surrounded him.
"Damn, Luo Jun, where did you get that car?"
"Luo Jun, did you buy this car?"
They all chimed in.
Luo Jun felt an immense sense of familiarity and chuckled, "Of course, I bought it."
Chapter 030: Martial Uncle's Fury
"Awesome, you've got a car now."
A fellow security guard laughed. "Damn it, we're all security guards, and yet there's such a gap between us."
Another security guard said, "Hey, Luo Jun, I've had my license for a while, just no car. How about lending it to me?"
Luo Jun tossed him the car keys with a grin. "No problem with lending it. My only request is to be careful with your safety and the safety of others. It's fine if the car gets damaged."
The security guard happily agreed.
Old Xia was more composed. He said to Luo Jun, "The CEO called earlier and said to notify you to go to the CEO's office as soon as you arrive."
Luo Jun was slightly taken aback, then said, "Okay, Old Xia, I understand. I'll go right now."
He patted Old Xia on the shoulder and walked towards the CEO's office.
Upon entering the CEO's office, Luo Jun saw only Song Yán'ér.
Normally, Song Yán'ér and Qīngqīng were inseparable in the office.
So, Luo Jun was a bit surprised.
"Where's Qīngqīng?" Luo Jun asked naturally after closing the door.
Song Yán'ér, dressed in a crisp white suit, looked both sharp and beautiful.
She said calmly, "Qīngqīng went back to Foshan with her cousin."
Luo Jun asked, "Why are they suddenly going back to Foshan?" As he spoke, he sat down opposite Song Yán'ér.
Song Yán'ér put down her work and called for a secretary to bring two cups of coffee.
Only then did Song Yán'ér say, "Qīngqīng's maternal grandfather is in Foshan. It's normal for her to go back and visit."
Luo Jun said, "I suspect the two of you girls are getting a headache from the current situation, so you're letting Qīngqīng go discuss it with the elders, aren't you?"
Song Yán'ér gave a wry smile. "Can't hide anything from you, can I?" She paused and added, "I spoke with my uncle. He told me not to contact you anymore. As for other matters, he said he would handle them if any problems arise."
Luo Jun paused, unable to decipher Song Yán'ér's thoughts.
Song Yán'ér was a precocious girl, a genius. Unlike Qīngqīng, she hadn't distrusted him before. Now, she didn't seem to regret anything like Qīngqīng did.
"But don't worry," Song Yán'ér smiled faintly. "I didn't agree to my uncle's request."
Luo Jun asked, "Why not?"
Song Yán'ér didn't answer directly. Instead, she said, "Liren Company is very important to me. It's not because Liren Company can make me a lot of money. In fact, I have enough money. I'm not very interested in fine dining, entertainment, luxury goods, or the like. However, no matter how much money outsiders offer me, I cannot give up Liren Company. Because Liren Company is the meaning of my life. It's proof of my value in this world. Therefore, no matter how powerful 'One-Eyed' and his associates are, I will not agree to sell Liren Company." She paused, then continued, "Later, I thought about it. If you hadn't appeared, what would have been my fate? As I thought about it, I felt a chill. Those people like 'One-Eyed,' although not from the underworld, their methods are more sinister than those in the underworld. If he really decided to take action, what if they kidnapped me, took compromising videos, and so on? I believe they have a hundred ways to make me compromise."
Luo Jun looked at Song Yán'ér in surprise. He hadn't expected her to be so intelligent and see everything so clearly.
Song Yán'ér continued, "In other words, you saved my political life. You are Song Yán'ér's great benefactor. For me, Liren Company is extremely important. But if I were to listen to my uncle and drive you away just to preserve Liren Company, that would be ingratitude. While proving my value is very important, first and foremost, I must be an upright and guilt-free... person! If a person cannot even uphold basic morality, what's the point of talking about value? Isn't that ridiculous?"
After hearing these words, Luo Jun began to re-evaluate Song Yán'ér. He felt that her slender frame contained a formidable strength. Her integrity made many people today feel ashamed. Perhaps, it was because she was still young and hadn't yet experienced the cruelty and baseness of the world, so she could still be so sincere and stubborn. But regardless, Luo Jun greatly admired Song Yán'ér. Before, Luo Jun had protected Song Yán'ér because of her brother, Song Chéngbīn. But now, Luo Jun genuinely wanted to protect Song Yán'ér. He was a martial artist, and martial artists should draw their swords to help those in need. If martial artists lacked this spirit, whom could ordinary people rely on? Luo Jun felt he had to protect Song Yán'ér even more, because girls like Song Yán'ér were truly rare.
"However..." Song Yán'ér suddenly said, "There are still some things I can't quite understand, and I hope you can explain them to me."
Luo Jun said, "Go ahead."
Song Yán'ér said, "During my most difficult time, you suddenly appeared. It was like a prince from a fairy tale, but I don't believe in fairy tales. Why was it such a coincidence that you appeared precisely when I needed help the most?"
Luo Jun pondered for a moment. "It is indeed a coincidence. But how do you want me to answer? I'm not an immortal; I couldn't possibly know you needed help at that exact moment. It just so happened that way, and I ran into it."
Song Yán'ér fell silent.
Luo Jun said, "Perhaps it's because you are destined for wealth and fortune, and you are destined to have a benefactor help you in times of need. Because this is your destiny, even if you face danger in the future, someone will coincidentally help you. Although destiny sounds mysterious and superstitious, from the moment a person is born, there is a predetermined path. This path is called Destiny. Some are born into nobility, others are as poor as dogs; some seize opportunities and soar to the sky. Others are hit by a car while walking down the street. Everyone's fate is different."
Song Yán'ér looked at Luo Jun. "Is there really no other reason?"
Luo Jun said, "My trip from abroad to Haibin was a coincidence, and 'One-Eyed' deciding to trouble you was also impromptu. I'm not an immortal, how could I foresee such things?"
Song Yán'ér pondered for a moment, then smiled charmingly. "Then it seems you truly are my destined benefactor, aren't you?"
Luo Jun smiled and said, "If there's nothing else, I'll be going now."
Song Yán'ér said, "Wait a moment. Do you think 'One-Eyed' will leave Haibin? And will the Lay Disciples from Lao Shan Internal Family Hall continue to trouble us?"
Luo Jun pondered, "This matter is unlikely to end so easily. But you don't need to worry. We'll deal with whatever comes our way. This is China, a society governed by law. They won't dare to act recklessly in the open. If they try to play dirty, there's no need to fear, because I'm the ancestor of playing dirty."
Song Yán'ér breathed a sigh of relief. "Alright, I'll have to trouble you with everything."
Chapter 031: Sacrificing Myself
Luo Jun smiled slightly and then got up to leave.
At the Qing'an Group.
'One-Eyed' and Qí Jiāojiāo had an intimate moment in the office. There were still residual damp marks on the sofa. Qí Jiāojiāo looked languid, but 'One-Eyed' was silent. He had merely used Qí Jiāojiāo for release.
The corpse of Tiānrěn had been quickly cremated, leaving no trace. Since he died after signing a life and death contract, according to the rules of the martial arts world, his funeral could not be a large-scale public event. Furthermore, this had been a loss of face for the Lay Disciples of Lao Shan Internal Family Hall, making it even more unsuitable for widespread publicity. Tiānrěn's ashes were buried that afternoon in Ānnán Mausoleum in Haibin City. At the same time, the news of Tiānrěn's death had already alarmed the first-generation disciples of Lao Shan Internal Family Hall. Tiānrěn was a prominent figure among the second-generation disciples. The news didn't spread very far, but it still reached the ears of the eldest disciple brother of the first-generation disciples. The eldest disciple brother of the first-generation disciples was named Yáng Líng. Yáng Líng was thirty years old, actually one year younger than Tiānrěn. However, Yáng Líng came from a powerful and influential family in Yānjīng. Therefore, he had a much higher seniority when he became a disciple, and his cultivation was also very high. The extent of his cultivation was unknown to outsiders. Today, Yáng Líng had established his own enterprise, founding the Yáng Group in the Jiangnan City area. The Yáng Group controlled the shipping rights of the Yangtze River ports in the Jiangnan region. Every year, the Yáng Group generated a profit of 600 million solely from shipping rights. Additionally, the Yáng Group was involved in the automotive and machinery industry, and also smuggled some foreign cars. That 600 million profit was above board; through smuggling, the Yáng Group's annual profit reached over 1.8 billion. The Yáng Group had been built into a massive business empire. Many masters from the Yan Character Generation, including fellow disciples, were employed by the Yáng Group. With so many masters stationed there, even figures from the underworld dared not covet the Yáng Group. As for the government, the Yáng Group maintained excellent financial records and had good relationships with all parties, ensuring a harmonious and peaceful existence. Lao Shan Internal Family Hall was a prestigious name. The collective influence of these Internal Family Hall disciples was enough to make even many important figures wary. Therefore, they shared glory and suffered losses together. If Tiānrěn were simply killed by someone and his fellow disciples did nothing, the deterrent force of these Lao Shan Internal Family Hall disciples would be greatly diminished. This was something the young master of the Yáng Group, Yáng Líng, could not tolerate. However, in this situation, Yáng Líng could not openly seek trouble with Luo Jun. This was because the life and death contract, and the prior agreement, had already been disseminated. People in the martial arts world valued Trustworthiness and Integrity above all else. If the disciples of Lao Shan Internal Family Hall did not act honorably, it would have a huge impact on their reputation. Ultimately, others would lose trust in Lao Shan Internal Family Hall. If it truly came to that, even the elders of Lao Shan Internal Family Hall would intervene and hold them accountable.