"Hehe, Lin Mo, just you wait. Tomorrow, I'll make you kneel and beg me." Luo Shaoshou finished speaking, his laughter echoing throughout the villa, then he strode barefoot up the stairs towards the rooms on the second floor.
Jiangnan, where winds gather, clouds stir, and waves rise in secrecy.
Overnight, the news of Lin Mo's return spread to all the families in Jiangnan, including the Qin Family, who once had a grudge with Lin Mo.
At the Qin Family, Qin Yuanshan received the news and laughed heartily, "Lin Mo actually returned to Jiangnan and is at odds with Luo Shaoshou. This is going to be fun to watch. Lin Mo is arrogant, but the Luo Family isn't one to be trifled with."
"Two years ago, Lin Mo suppressed our Qin Family so much we couldn't lift our heads. This time, with Luo Shaoshou, it's the Strong General against the local tyrant. The Luo Family is Huaxia's top family, and with Lin Mo's personality, he's bound to clash with them. This time, he's going to take a fall." Qin Mo's face displayed a cold smile as he clenched his fists.
In Huaxia, Jiangzhou, Zhen Guan Garden.
February 20th.
Jiangzhou and the surrounding major Jiangnan families gathered at the Jiangzhou territory.
Zhen Guan Garden, as a top-tier famous manor club in Jiangzhou, with its lush mountains and waters, pavilions and waterside pavilions, and the winding ninety-nine corridors, was like stepping into the Imperial Palace.
Today, Zhen Guan Garden was reserved, and even the big boss of Zhen Guan Garden personally came to the scene to serve as a doorman.
After all, those who came today were big shots not only from Jiangzhou but also from the entire Jiangnan.
"Mr. Nie, please come in."
"Mr. Zhong, haven't seen you for a long time, and you're as healthy as ever."
"Mr. Chu, I heard your company recently acquired a piece of land and prospered."
Everyone exchanged greetings and headed to the rear courtyard of Zhen Guan Garden, chatting in groups based on their relationship closeness.
Chu Feiyun stood with his wife, Xie Feier, beside them were two beautiful young girls with similar features, Chu Xin, and Chu Lingding.
Now, Chu Lingding has become a top domestic star, rarely having time to return to Jiangzhou or even Jiangnan. However, upon receiving a call from her father last night, she canceled all her schedules and took a flight back overnight.
Chu Xin is now also a famous female CEO of the Chu Family, with the title 'North Chu Xin, South Xia Mengdie' in Jiangnan, both are renowned beautiful CEOs in the business sea.
The Chu Family is led by Zhong Shousong, along with Zhong Shirui, Zhong Shixian, Zhong Li, and others, including the juniors Zhong Ya and Zhong Yilan, with Zhong Yilan having been Lin Mo's tutor teacher in college.
The Nie Family was led by Nie Chengrong, accompanied by Nie Fengyuan and others, appearing in the courtyard.
These Three Great Families are top families in Jiangzhou, and due to their connection with Lin Mo, they share quite good relations.
Almost all families that Lin Mo had interactions with in Jiangzhou appeared here.
"Mr. Lin returned to Jiangnan and ran into Luo Shaoshou right away, who do you think will win?" Nie Chengrong frowned and asked quietly.
Zhong Shousong shook his head, "Not sure, Mr. Lin is a local tyrant in Jiangnan, but the Luo Family's power is undeniable. It's the Strong General against the local tyrant, and the Luo Family is Huaxia's top family."
From Zhong Shousong's words, it seemed he didn't hold much hope for Lin Mo.
"After all, the Luo Family is Huaxia's top family, and although Luo Shaoshou isn't a core member, he still represents the Luo Family." Chu Feiyun interjected, sighing.
Family members, business tycoons, and even politicians at Zhen Guan Garden were all discussing Lin Mo and Luo Shaoshou.
One is the young king of Jiangnan.
The other is a disciple from Huaxia's top family.
When the two collide, who will emerge stronger?
Far away at the Qu Family gathering in Liangguang.
Qu Donglin, with white hair, sat on a richly patterned huanghuali wood chair about one and a half meters wide, slightly squinting, exuding an aura of authority and a strong, intangible pressure.
Below sat the core disciples of the Liangguang Qu Family.
"Grand Uncle, today Lin Mo already set the stage at Zhen Guan Garden, inviting Luo Shaoshou into a trap." Qu Huaxu said slowly.
Two years ago, Lin Mo challenged the Qu Family in Guangxi, taking down Qu Jinlin, forcing the Qu Family to bow. Over the years, the Qu Family has held onto this grudge.
"Who do you think will win between Lin Mo and Luo Shaoshou?" Qu Donglin asked, eyes closed, speaking slowly.
"That Lin Mo is impressive, but the Luo Family isn't easy to provoke. They're Huaxia's top family and have the Qing Sima Martial Arts Hall backing them."
"I think it's hard to say, after all, Luo Shaoshou isn't a core member of the Luo Family and might not hold back Lin Mo."
"Did you forget Luo Shaoshou's elder brother is an elite of Qing Sima Martial Arts Hall?"
Many nodded in agreement. They didn't regard Luo Shaoshou highly, but Luo Danhua was not someone to mess with, involving bigger forces.
"Lin Mo suppressed our Qu Family, and over the years, everyone has held on to resentment. I would rather Lin Mo win, so he clashes completely with the Luo Family." Qu Donglin said indifferent tone.
Qu Huaxu said, "Grand Uncle, I have people watching at Zhen Guan Garden, ready to report any news."
"I think this time, Lin Mo will face some hardships."
"With Lin Mo's personality, thinking he's invincible, he needs to understand there are always others better. The Luo Family is much stronger than ours."
Inside Zhen Guan Garden.
By ten o'clock, several hundred people had already arrived, filling almost the entire rear courtyard of Zhen Guan Garden.
At this moment, a group of people slowly entered from the main gate.
Leading the group was a silver-haired old lady and a young girl walking side by side, followed by three middle-aged men and their companions, all members of Mr. Zhang's family.
But since the death of the Commander of Nine Gates, Xu Haiping's betrayal, and internal strife within the Zhang Family, the entire Zhang Family has collapsed, no longer as glorious as before.
"Mrs. Zhang"
"Mr. Zhang, young miss."
"Mrs. Zhang"
"Mr. Zhang, Mr. Zhang"
However, there were still many who had a good relationship or were cared for by Mr. Zhang who continued to greet respectfully.
"Can Lin Mo handle Luo Shaoshou this time upon his return?" Zhang Liang expressed his concern among the Zhang Family members.
"Lin Mo is formidable, but the Luo Family's power can't be ignored." Zhang Jiaoli shook her head.
Beside Zhang Jiaoli stood a well-dressed young man, the eldest son of the Jiangzhou Mayor, Shen Qiran, who had married her over a year ago.
"Sigh, this whole issue started because of Xiao Huan. If Xiao Huan had agreed to be with Luo Shaoshou, it would have been beneficial for our Zhang Family." A gorgeously dressed woman suddenly spoke.
"Shut up." Mrs. Zhang turned her head and gave her a sharp look.
This woman, Liu Qiao, the daughter-in-law of Mrs. Zhang, was immediately silenced with a bit of dissatisfaction, muttering in a low voice.
This kind of thinking wasn't exclusive to her; the Zhang Family was now in disarray, with other branches vying for the family assets. If Zhang Huan and Luo Shaoshou were together, it would give their line a stronger backing.