"Brother Lu Fan, shouldn't we leave first?" Lin Ke said worriedly, "Grandma Osmanthus said we shouldn't cause trouble outside, or she'll be unhappy."
"We don't seek trouble, but we don't fear it either. If he bullies you, how can I stand by and do nothing?" Lu Fan stated directly, "Moreover, if this issue isn't resolved, he won't let it go!"
"You know me quite well, kid!" Manager Zhao sneered, "You've gotten yourself into big trouble today. Even the King of Heaven can't save you!"
Unfortunately, before his words had even finished, his body suddenly flew backward. Lu Fan kicked him under the table, his body trembling, his face turning extremely gloomy. He had never been so targeted before.
"Ignorant fool!" Lu Fan said lightly, "Even if you can call people, I will make you submit!"
While taking action, Lu Fan had already notified Han Yunhai. It was likely that the Azure Dragon Sect members would arrive soon. By then, Lu Fan wouldn't need to act; Manager Zhao would probably be unable to cope.
"What exactly happened?" A man in glasses walked in, followed by four or five figures. Each was strong and imposing, unlike ordinary people.
"Little brother-in-law, you're finally here!" Manager Zhao said quickly, "If you hadn't come any sooner, I would have been beaten to death!"
"Who dares to act so bold as to cause trouble in my establishment?" The man in glasses spoke with a displeasing tone. Though he appeared refined, he was clearly no pushover.
"Are you the owner of this establishment?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "If you want to do business, do it properly. Hiring such a scumbag as management means this place doesn't need to stay open."
Many employees were astonished. Lu Fan's outburst was overly arrogant, even causing them to worry. They knew very well that the restaurant owner had powerful backing, otherwise, he wouldn't be so presumptuous. Lu Fan looked like a student with no apparent ability. If things escalated, it would be no joke.
"You speak so wildly, young man. Do you have a significant background?" The man in glasses narrowed his eyes. "If not, why would you speak in such a manner?"
"I'm just offering good advice. If you choose not to listen, I can do nothing." Lu Fan shrugged.
"Little brother-in-law, why waste words with him? Break both his arms and teach him a lesson!" The bald man shouted loudly, "Ignorant fool, crossing the formidable!"
The man in glasses frowned. Lu Fan's arrogant words showed he didn't take them seriously. If he truly had a background, the owner would be hesitant.
"What, afraid to act?" Lu Fan smiled. "If you're afraid, then do as I say: kowtow and apologize, and perhaps I can forgive him!"
"It's a rule of the streets, brother. If you're from the underworld, you should announce yourself. If we've mistakenly offended each other, don't blame me," the man in glasses said, narrowing his eyes. "Tie this kid up!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the five men stepped forward, ropes in hand, preparing to move on Lu Fan. Lin Ke was terrified, unsure what to do. Sister Liu stood by, filled with worry but dared not step forward to plead. She was just an employee, insignificant in the eyes of the boss.
"You should think carefully. If you choose to act, you might regret it for life," Lu Fan said with a composed expression. "Apologizing now might still be timely."
"Stop pretending! Kid, even if you were the King of Heaven, we'll make you suffer!" The bald man cursed, "The humiliation you just caused will be repaid tenfold!"
The man in glasses no longer hesitated. He had seen many people like Lu Fan. If he truly had a background, he would have revealed it by now.
"What are you doing!" Lin Ke'er stepped out, blocking Lu Fan. "I don't want my wages anymore, just let us leave."
"Bah! Dare to bargain with your meager wages here?" The bald man sneered, "Neither of you will leave today!"
Lin Ke appeared helpless. Orphaned from a young age, she always yielded to others and had no one to stand up for her. In these past few days, everything Lu Fan had done for her had brought her warmth. She didn't want anything to happen to him.
"Ke'er, step aside. These few are not worthy," Lu Fan said, crossing his legs with a relaxed demeanor.
Sister Liu shook her head. She had initially pitied Lu Fan but now felt indifferent. Lu Fan was too arrogant, failing to avoid the sharp edge of the situation.
"Why are you all just standing there!" The man in glasses said coldly, "Tie this kid up! I want to see how long he can keep up this act!"
The men did not hesitate and advanced towards Lu Fan.
"Let's see who dares to lay a hand!"
Just as the men approached Lu Fan, a cold voice echoed through the restaurant. Outside, rows of neatly parked vehicles had stopped. More than ten figures emerged from the cars, dressed in suits and ties, walking with vigorous energy. Each of them possessed remarkable skills.
Xiao Bailong arrived at the restaurant and bowed respectfully to Lu Fan, "Greetings, Mr. Lu!"
"Greetings, Mr. Lu!" Dozens of figures swarmed into the restaurant, all calling out to Lu Fan with formidable presence. The surrounding employees were terrified, having never witnessed such a scene. Sister Liu stood by, looking incredulous, gazing at everything with a mind filled with turmoil.
"Mr. Lu?" The man in glasses frowned and then looked at Xiao Bailong, "Young brother, although you have numbers, you must at least have a reason for your actions..."
Before he could finish, the man in glasses was kicked flying by Xiao Bailong, "Damn it, you have too much to say! How dare you offend Mr. Lu? You're tired of living."
The bald man's face turned ashen. He now clearly understood that Lu Fan had some influence, otherwise, he wouldn't have called so many people.
"Don't be so arrogant. My brother-in-law knows people in the Azure Dragon Sect. They'll make you pay dearly," the bald man threatened. "If you don't believe me, you can try. Don't regret it later."
The group brought by Xiao Bailong burst into laughter. They were precisely from the Azure Dragon Sect. What the bald man had just said was a colossal joke.
"Tell me, who do you know in the Azure Dragon Sect?" Lu Fan stood up, smiling with a glint in his eyes.
Xiao Bailong also frowned. This matter involved the Azure Dragon Sect. If Lu Fan were to blame him, it would be a huge problem, as he clearly understood Lu Fan's importance to the Azure Dragon Sect.
"Brother Hei from the Azure Dragon Sect!" the man in glasses said coldly. "You've gotten yourselves into big trouble today!"
"If I'm not mistaken, you're referring to Hei Zi, aren't you?" Xiao Bailong cracked his knuckles. "Just him? You think you can be so smug because of him? If it weren't for his some capabilities, do you think he'd even have a chance to join my Azure Dragon Sect?"
"You are also members of the Azure Dragon Sect?" the man in glasses exclaimed, "This is truly a case of mistaken identity. Brothers not recognizing brothers!"