Seeing Xiao Yunlong step forward, Ak chuckled, his face filled with intense mockery and disdain.
In fact, upon entering, Ak had already sized up the other party. In his eyes, this short-haired youth was likely a greenhorn fresh out of school. He had seen plenty of such characters and they posed no threat. He couldn't even be bothered to acknowledge them.
Xiao Yunlong said coldly, "Is it not a pang to your conscience to set a trap for an innocent college student who has barely experienced the world?"
"Conscience? You're truly hilarious. Can conscience put food on the table? As expected, a naive greenhorn!"
Ak's face was full of playful mockery. "I don't want to waste your time. Either you obediently accept the role, or you pay a nine-million breach of contract fee. It's all clearly written in black and white on the agreement. You can't wriggle out of it, and of course, I doubt you'd dare to."
Xiao Yunlong actually nodded and smiled, "Of course, we won't default. After all, we wouldn't do something as dishonorable as becoming a deadbeat."
Ak chuckled smugly upon hearing this. "That's right. Since resistance is futile, why not accept it obediently? Let me tell you, several other pure and beautiful college students before you initially resisted and refused. But after they compromised, they tasted the sweetness. Some of them are now kept by company bosses, living a life of luxury, with designer bags and luxury cars, earning money just by lying down. Tell me, where else in the world can you find such good fortune?"
"Of course, that's a story for later. As long as you perform well in this drama, I can introduce you to some of the company bosses. However, I don't help for free. Before I introduce you, you must satisfy my personal conditions."
At this point, Ak's gaze towards Liu Ruyan revealed a greedy glint like that of a beast. Any man would understand such a look.
Liu Ruyan was so furious her face turned ashen, rendering her speechless.
Xiao Yunlong chuckled, "It seems you've misunderstood. We don't intend to compromise or agree."
"Not agree, so you'll pay the breach of contract fee?" Ak grinned mockingly.
"Yes, we agree to pay the breach of contract fee," Xiao Yunlong said.
Hearing this, Liu Ruyan immediately looked at Xiao Yunlong, almost disbelieving her ears. Could Brother Xiao really be willing to pay? That was nine million, and it was clearly a trap set by the other party!
But this wasn't his usual way of doing things. However, thinking about it carefully, it was clearly written down by both parties, and it would indeed be difficult to renege.
With this thought, Liu Ruyan sighed again in regret.
"Since you agree, then pay up. Nine million, now!" Ak said sternly.
Xiao Yunlong slowly raised his fist and said playfully, "Tell me, how much is my fist worth?"
"What do you mean by that?" Ak asked, his face darkening.
But before he could react, Xiao Yunlong punched him squarely in the face.
Ak immediately fell backward. Xiao Yunlong pounced, raising his massive fist and landing another punch on his cheek.
With just two punches, Ak's greasy face was swollen like a pig's head, and several of his front teeth were knocked out.
"What do I mean? Of course, I mean to repay the nine million compensation!"
Xiao Yunlong grinned coldly and raised his fist again. "I'm not just randomly pricing my fists. One punch is one million. You've taken two punches, so that's two million repaid. There are still seven million left, meaning seven more punches..."
Saying this, he punched again, hitting the man's right arm, followed by another punch to his left hand.
With two more punches, accompanied by two cracking sounds, Ak's arms were completely shattered.
"Ah... it hurts, it hurts so much! Enough, stop hitting! Nine million is enough, you don't need to compensate anymore!" Ak screamed hysterically.
"You don't need to compensate anymore? That won't do. You just said it was clearly written in black and white. If we don't pay, wouldn't you be at a loss? Besides, we don't want to be deadbeats!"
Xiao Yunlong then threw another punch, directly breaking several of Ak's ribs.
Of course, Xiao Yunlong had controlled most of his strength. Otherwise, with this kind of trash, one punch would have been enough to end his life.
The two assistants were terrified on the spot, having never witnessed such a scene. They stood frozen, unsure of what to do.
Even Liu Ruyan was stunned. She had found it strange earlier, as, given Brother Xiao's personality, he would never pay compensation. This was the correct way the script should have unfolded.
Ak had not yet passed out. He looked up and roared, "You... what are you guys standing around for? Hurry... hurry and call..."
But just as he uttered the word "call," Xiao Yunlong delivered another punch, and Ak instantly passed out.
The two assistants finally reacted, turned, and started to leave.
At this moment, Xiao Yunlong said coldly, "There are still two million left. You'd better stand still, or I'll charge you one million each!"
The two assistants trembled with fear, not daring to make any further moves.
Xiao Yunlong slowly stood up, clapped his hands, and hummed indifferently, "There are still two million left. Since he's fainted, we'll owe it for now. It's not too late to repay it if you come asking for it next time!"
"Ruyan, let's go!"
With that, Xiao Yunlong took Liu Ruyan's hand and left gallantly. The two assistants were so scared they lost their wits and didn't dare to stop them.
Only after Xiao Yunlong and the two entered the elevator did one of them say, "We... what do we do now?"
"What else can we do? Hurry and call for help!" the other assistant said, rushing out.
However, by the time they managed to call for help, Xiao Yunlong and Liu Ruyan had already driven away from the company building.
Inside the car, neither of them spoke, and the atmosphere seemed a bit heavy. Liu Ruyan appeared to be in low spirits.
Xiao Yunlong asked, "What's wrong? Still thinking about what happened just now? Are you regretting losing the female lead role this time?"
Liu Ruyan shook her head. "It's not that I regret it. It's better not to cooperate with such a company. It's just that this was originally a wish of mine, and I feel a bit disappointed that it fell through. Also, I've caused Brother Xiao to get into trouble, and I feel bad about it."
"What are you saying? What's our relationship? Saying such things makes us strangers!" Xiao Yunlong chided.
"That's true. By the way, we're both free today. Why don't I take you to explore Suzhou City properly and forget all the unpleasantness of today?" Liu Ruyan suggested.
"No problem, I'll listen to you. You arrange it today!" Xiao Yunlong nodded.
"Then... shall we go hiking? There's a Suzhou Mountain in the suburbs, with a temple on it that is said to be very efficacious. More importantly, the scenery there is very pleasant. Then I'll take you to the night market street for barbecue. I know a very good barbecue stall!" Liu Ruyan suggested.
"That's a great plan. I've wanted to see it for a long time," Xiao Yunlong said with a smile.
He turned the steering wheel, and the two headed straight for Suzhou Mountain in the suburbs.
At this very moment, the news of Ak's beating had already reached the high-ranking executives of Jiaxing Entertainment.
"Outrageous! Truly outrageous!"
The general manager of Jiaxing Entertainment sat in his office chair, furious after hearing the report from the two assistants. "To actually come to the company and beat someone! This kid is too arrogant and presumptuous. By the way, how is Ak at the hospital?"
An assistant said tremblingly, "Reporting to the General Manager, the specific diagnosis from the hospital is not out yet, but it is said that both his hands and feet have suffered comminuted fractures. He might be crippled for the rest of his life."
"Damn it! Immediately summon the security team, bring everyone, and catch that kid surnamed Xiao before dark!" the portly general manager roared.
At this moment, a secretary beside him leaned in and whispered, "General Manager, don't be in such a hurry to send people. There's something I think I need to tell you first."
"What is it?" the general manager frowned.
"It's like this, I accidentally overheard yesterday that the third boss seems to care quite a bit about that college student," the secretary said in a low voice.
"Third boss?" The general manager was slightly surprised. He waved his hand, dismissing the two assistants of Ak, and then said, "How did this matter involve the third boss?"
The secretary smiled. "Actually, I only heard it. It is said that the third boss is quite fond of that college student. The company had already finalized her role as the female lead in 'Suzhou Misty Rain,' but it was the third boss who intervened in the end, leading to the subsequent special arrangements."
"So that's how it is. I understand. It seems the third boss wants to get his hands on this college student through special arrangements. Since that's the case, we really need to inform the third boss about this," the general manager mused.
The secretary said no more. He had said what he needed to say. As for what to do next, he couldn't interfere anymore, otherwise, it would be overstepping his bounds.
After thinking for a moment, the general manager picked up his phone and dialed the third boss.
The call was quickly connected. The third boss listened calmly. After all, for a capital magnate in the entertainment industry like him, he had long been accustomed to storms.
"I'm on a business trip right now, still in the provincial capital. We'll talk about it tonight when I get back. That's all!" the third boss said and hung up the phone.
"Alright, that's fine. I don't feel like dealing with it anymore," the general manager shrugged.
Meanwhile, Xiao Yunlong and Liu Ruyan drove for half an hour and arrived at the foot of Suzhou Mountain. They parked the car and began to climb. It was the season for spring outings, with vibrant colors on both sides, making for a very pleasant scenery. As they climbed higher, Liu Ruyan's gloomy mood finally eased considerably.
At noon, they ate snacks on the mountaintop. However, things in scenic spots are usually not very tasty and are also expensive. It wasn't until dusk that they descended the mountain. By the time they returned to the Suzhou city center, it was already dark. Liu Ruyan then took Xiao Yunlong to a roadside barbecue stall in the night market street for barbecue.
"Brother Xiao, it's this one. This one tastes the best, and it's usually the most crowded. It's just that we came early. If we came any later, we might not even get a seat," Liu Ruyan said with a radiant smile.
"Then let's find a place to sit!" Xiao Yunlong nodded.
In just a short while, quite a few customers had arrived. Indeed, business was good. Although it was a roadside barbecue stall, the barbecue chef's skills and ingredients were authentic.
After ordering, the barbecue was soon served. Xiao Yunlong ordered four bottles of beer and a bottle of soda for Liu Ruyan. Fortunately, Liu Ruyan could also drive, so she would drive back later.
Just as the two were about to start eating, Liu Ruyan's phone suddenly rang. She looked at it and saw an unfamiliar number.
After a moment's thought, she answered, "Hello, may I ask who this is?"
"I am the third boss of Jiaxing Entertainment. Are you Liu Ruyan?" the third boss on the other end of the phone asked directly.
Liu Ruyan's expression changed, and she said sternly, "What exactly do you want?"
"What do I want? You not only breached the contract but also beat my people. You're asking me what I want now. I should be asking you, what should I do!" the third boss sneered.
Liu Ruyan fell silent, unsure how to answer such a question.
"Give me the phone."
Xiao Yunlong reached out and took the phone. "I was the one who hit him. What do you want? Name your terms!" httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
"Oh, you sound like you're from the underworld. Alright, either you come to the company, or I'll bring my people over now. You choose one!" the third boss said with a sneer.
"We're at San Ge Barbecue in the night market street. We'll be eating until about nine o'clock. It's seven-thirty now, so you have an hour and a half!"
Xiao Yunlong hung up the phone after speaking.