Had they all made contact with the Tian family?
Ye Longlin frowned slightly, realizing this meal would not be peaceful.
Since these people had already met with the Tian family, at least for now, they were definitely on opposing sides.
"I finally understand why the ninth elder of the Tian family could conceal his presence. It seems your local families have put in quite a bit of effort."
Ye Longlin glanced at Zhang Rong and said sarcastically.
Zhang Rong also wore a look of embarrassment. After composing himself, he said, "Rest assured, my Zhang family is on the same boat as you. However, the Li family is also a bit troublesome. The Li family is similar to our Zhang family; they've been managing the military for years. They also have a Second Master and a Third Master, but compared to them, our Zhang family is no match at all.
Our Zhang family is just an ordinary one-star, but the Li family's Second and Third Masters are one-stars in the Western Theater. The power they control is beyond our reach."
The implication was that if the Zhang family were to deal with the Li family, there would be no comparison. The resources they could mobilize were not something the Zhang family could rival. This was also why the Li family could hold the title of the uncrowned king of Nan Province.
Just then, three figures walked out from inside, their eyes filled with mockery.
"I was wondering what top-tier existence was causing such a stir in our Nan Province, but it turns out to be just a young punk. Heh heh."
"What, Mr. Ye, you don't seriously think today is just for a meal, do you? You even brought a female companion. It seems you don't take us families seriously."
Li Yuankui, Yang Dong, Wang Ke, and Zhang Rong – these four individuals were enough to make the entire Nan Province tremble. The resources and influence they commanded were beyond the imagination of ordinary people. For top existences like them, a single word could cause the business world to surge.
As soon as Yang Dong appeared, he launched into sarcastic remarks, completely disregarding Ye Longlin.
The Tian family had agreed to their terms, and they had also defected to the Tian family.
In their eyes, the Tian family was surely the ultimate winner, and Ye Longlin was merely a young punk with some background. Even a fool would know how to choose.
Wang Ke was a slender middle-aged woman, dressed gorgeously yet elegantly. It was evident she was a prominent socialite. Although she was middle-aged, she was very well-maintained, appearing no older than thirty.
"Mr. Ye, I've heard a lot about you. It's a pleasure to finally meet."
Wang Ke showed no hostility. If Ye Longlin hadn't known she had sided with the Tian family, he would have been fooled by her.
Mu Hanqi looked at the woman before her and frowned slightly. She leaned closer to Ye Longlin's ear and whispered, "This woman is untrustworthy. Believe me, she's definitely not a good person."
Ye Longlin looked at Mu Hanqi in surprise. This was the first time Mu Hanqi had commented on someone's character in front of him.
"Let's talk. You all didn't invite me here today just for a meal, as Master Yang also mentioned."
Ye Longlin ignored the outstretched hand, walked past her, and directly sat in the main seat inside, crossing his legs and with Mu Hanqi in his arms. This was a stark contrast to his usual demeanor.
At this moment, he looked like a playboy.
They seemed to have anticipated this and didn't think much of it.
"Ye Longlin, we've asked you here today to advise you not to oppose the Tian family. As the royal family of Chuannan, the Tian family's power is not something we can offend, let alone the forces behind you. Offending a royal family leaves only one path.
Furthermore, the current situation in Nan Province does not permit you to cause trouble here. Therefore, we are willing to act as peacemakers to mediate the conflict between you and the Tian royal family. The cost involved is something your backers need to consider."
A mere playboy who could cause so much trouble in Nan Province and destroy so many families. It was likely that the people behind him could not bear the cost. Otherwise, given Ye Longlin's arrogance, he would definitely not have come today.
At least, that was what Yang Dong thought, and he believed his assessment was likely accurate.
"Ye Longlin, as the royal family of Chuannan, the Tian family possesses supreme power over Chuannan. We are willing to mediate for you, which is already giving you and your backers face. We hope you don't act ungratefully!"
The ninth elder of the Tian family had said that no matter what, Ye Longlin must be brought to justice!
How dare he openly suppress their young master? Ye Longlin must pay a hundredfold price, or else where would the Tian family's honor go?
Moreover, the entire Tian family was furious. Their dignified successor had been crippled like this, and who could swallow such anger?
Besides, given the current situation, the only way to resolve this bloodlessly was for them to capture Ye Longlin and directly escort him to the Tian family!
This was their objective for today!
"Are you ordering me?"
Ye Longlin found it amusing. A mocking smile played on his lips as he looked at the few people, their expressions slowly turning grim.
"If you don't listen, it won't be a matter of orders. You should know the influence we have in Nan Province."
Li Yuankui added at this point, resorting to threats from the outset.
"On what grounds do you believe you have the right to order me?"
Ye Longlin played with a ring on his finger, slowly placing it on the table, his mockery deepening.
"Damn it! It's already giving you face that I let my old man come. What the hell do you think you are? Damn it, if it weren't for the person behind you, I would have taken you down long ago!"
At this moment, an extremely arrogant voice came from outside the door, accompanied by a sneer and disdainful contempt in his eyes as he looked at Ye Longlin.
Yang Jianwu strode in from outside, his arm around the waist of a provocatively dressed woman, exuding an air of extreme arrogance.
"Oh, beauty! Hello, beauty. Let me introduce myself. My name is Yang Jianwu, the son of the Yang family patriarch, the young master. If you're willing to follow me, I guarantee I can give you more than he can. You might consider it."
Upon seeing Mu Hanqi, Yang Jianwu's eyes lit up. He immediately abandoned the woman he brought with him and walked up to Mu Hanqi. He adjusted his suit, flashed a very confident smile, and extended a business card.
Mu Hanqi took it and saw that it read: Vice President of Yang Corporation.
Mu Hanqi looked up at Yang Jianwu again and spat out two words: "Idiot."
In terms of verbal sparring, Mu Hanqi's cultivation was likely high enough to ascend. When encountering such a scoundrel, she naturally went on the offensive first.
She could be cute when she wanted to be, but when she attacked verbally, it was like engaging in a debate with scholars.
Ye Longlin was speechless!