"Mr. Song, I… I'm sorry."
Zhang Yang was merely a punk on the streets.
He usually relied on his elder brother's influence to act tough.
When faced with real trouble, he was scared enough to wet his pants!
"Scram."
They were just minor characters.
Song Qiao didn't want to be entangled with them and waved his hand, dismissing them.
"Oh, and that uniform you're wearing… take it off."
Hearing this, the patrol officer's heart skipped a beat.
This position was something he had worked tirelessly to obtain!
But, being targeted by such a prominent figure, he dared not disobey.
"Yes… Mr. Song, I'll take it off right away."
Changing back into his own clothes, the two fled in a hurry.
"Just now, if I heard correctly… was that an appointment letter from the Tongmen Grand Sect Master?"
Beside him, Wu Meng's eyes widened, looking exceptionally cute.
"I heard that the Tongmen in Modu is a top force that controls both the underworld and the legitimate world."
"You… you just rejected it like that?"
The position of Tongmen Sect Master.
It was immeasurably superior to being a Group Chairman.
Yet, Song Qiao rejected it so casually, leaving no room for negotiation.
Wu Meng clenched her fists in distress, wishing she could punch him.
"What's so great about Tongmen?"
After settling the bill, Song Qiao shook his head and said seriously.
"A position I was thrust into, and it comes with too much trouble."
"Whoever wants it can have it. I can barely manage my own company."
"You…"
Wu Meng was almost amused to anger.
This was the first time she had encountered someone who refused a prestigious position simply because they feared trouble.
"You, no wonder Yuqing always has a prejudice against you."
"Why are you so unmotivated?"
As she was speaking,
Song Qiao slapped her on the backside and chuckled as he scolded.
"Since you want to work hard, fine."
"Don't forget your main job, Secretary Wu."
"Hurry back to the company."
"What, you want to be a hands-off boss?"
Wu Meng pouted.
She was in a good mood today and wouldn't bicker with him.
"Xiao Dong, let's go!"
After seeing them off, Song Qiao returned to the hotel.
Not long after, his phone rang.
"It's me."
Zheng Shan's voice came from the other end.
"The position of Sect Master, I hope you'll reconsider."
There were many candidates for the new Sect Master position.
But Zheng Shan wanted him.
His unfathomable strength, combined with his unique business acumen.
With both, Tongmen might usher in a new era of prosperity.
"The previous Sect Master died because of you."
"We owe him an explanation."
"We've cooperated for so long, don't make it difficult for your old brother…"
Gently persuading.
Zheng Shan had racked his brain to arrange this connection.
However, Song Qiao refused again.
"It has nothing to do with me. I don't want to get involved."
Then, the line went dead with a series of beeps.
"Provincial Governor…"
Beside Zheng Shan, Liu Qing's face was embarrassed.
He crossed his arms, head bowed, filled with shame.
"Heh, it's not your fault. This kid has always had this temper."
Zheng Shan was not angry.
He paced back and forth in his office.
"It would be strange if he suddenly changed his ways."
However, the Provincial Governor was still unwilling to give up.
After much thought, he took out his pager and personally sent a text message.
"The President of Tongmen also attaches great importance to this matter."
"After we mentioned your name, he pushed aside all dissenting opinions and chose you."
"If you don't go, he might come to invite you personally?"
Unexpectedly.
Song Qiao replied with two simple text messages.
"Busy."
"Won't meet."
This time, Zheng Shan was filled with curiosity.
He clicked his tongue, looking at the pager.
"It seems this kid is determined not to join Tongmen."
With that thought, Zheng Shan sighed.
This was the best opportunity for Song Qiao to soar to great heights.
"Provincial Governor, since Mr. Song is unwilling, we shouldn't force him."
"Aren't there many others who are willing?"
Liu Qing offered advice from the side.
"No, I refuse to believe this today!"
Since he said he was busy.
Zheng Shan waited for two full hours before calling Song Qiao again.
"What, didn't I say I was busy?"
Song Qiao's voice carried a hint of displeasure. "I'm warning you, if it's still about this matter, don't bring it up again."
"Otherwise, it might damage our relationship!"
Hearing this, Zheng Shan chuckled dumbfoundedly.
"How could that be? If you've decided not to go, I naturally won't interfere."
"What I want to discuss with you this time is the matter of the Haining Gang."
"Them? Wasn't that resolved long ago?"
Hearing this, Song Qiao frowned.
Zheng Shan bringing this up again surprised him greatly.
"It's not that simple…"
"We've received intelligence that they might make a move against the Mayor."
Upon hearing this, Song Qiao fell silent for a moment.
Then he chuckled, his eyes turning cold.
"These people are truly audacious!"
Who was the Mayor?
If he were to die at the hands of local gangs.
It would likely trigger a massive purge of all ancient martial arts families!
"The responsibility of protecting the Mayor will fall to you."
Zheng Shan then stated his purpose.
He waited quietly for Song Qiao's reply.
"Can't the Security Department spare some personnel?"
After thinking, Song Qiao replied with some confusion.
"The Security Department will provide covert protection, but if the opponent is an ancient martial arts master and launches a sudden attack."
"I think even the Security Department would struggle."
Although there were more than one master in the Security Department.
But they were responsible for the safety of the entire region.
Many experts had been transferred to other areas, leaving few available people around the Mayor.
The Haining Gang was also very clever, seizing this rare opportunity!
"Alright."
These two words made Zheng Shan breathe a sigh of relief.
"Thank you!"
If the Haining Gang's plan were to succeed, it would be a severe blow to his prestige.
His position as Provincial Governor would be jeopardized with 100% certainty, and a large number of people would be implicated!
"The Haining Gang is trying to provoke China."
Song Qiao's lips curved upward, feigning seriousness as he reminded.
"Don't you have any plans to respond?"
"How could we not?"
Zheng Shan said with ironclad conviction, "Mere thugs and scum, do they really think they can defecate on our heads?"
"If they dare to make a move, the Haining Gang will be wiped out within twenty-four hours."
As he spoke, Zheng Shan heard continuous panting sounds.
From the beginning, he felt that Song Qiao's tone was strange.
"What are you doing?"
Looking at Li Bingqing beneath him, Song Qiao's face showed a playful expression.
The more she resisted, the more inexplicable satisfaction it brought to Song Qiao.
"You know!"
Then, the call was hung up.
Leaving behind a bewildered Zheng Shan.
"What is this kid up to, sneaking around?"
"You deserve to die!"
Climbing out of bed.
Li Bingqing was unusually furious.
Her eyes were red as she glared at Song Qiao, as if she wanted to devour him alive.
"What, still not convinced?"
Song Qiao looked at her with a smile. "Shall we do it again?"
"You… you scoundrel, you'll get your comeuppance!"
She lunged at him abruptly, Li Bingqing now resembling a mad dog.
She wished she could bite him to death.
But how could she be Song Qiao's match? He pinned her down with one hand.
"Why are you so agitated?"
Song Qiao remained still, the strength of a martial artist allowing him to firmly control her.
"Don't forget who saved you and the Li family just now!"
"If it weren't for me, all your wealth would have been swept away by now."
"Logically, you should even call me your benefactor."