Dong Jinghua wanted exactly the kind of answer Zhang Jia gave. She smiled and nodded, saying, "Heh, that's good. Then I'll see you at the banquet!"
With that, Dong Jinghua left with the few people behind her.
Those who had remained neutral saw Zhang Jia arrive at the scene. Leaving felt wrong, but staying was also awkward, as their decision to remain for the meeting was already a statement.
After exchanging glances, these people all left together!
As Zhang Jia watched everyone depart, his brows furrowed. "What's going on? What happened to the Ling family? Did Ling Zhigao lose his position within his own family after withdrawing from our Martial Arts Association?"
With that, Zhang Jia scanned the people around him. "Can anyone tell me who the new head of the Ling family is?!"
Everyone exchanged bewildered glances!
Even within the Ling family, only a select few knew about this matter, which Ling Feng had decided on the spur of the moment. How could anyone know at this time?
The news hadn't spread yet. Moreover, even Dong Jinghua, who had been invited, had no idea who the current head of the Ling family was!
"A bunch of..."
Seeing everyone remain silent, Zhang Jia really wanted to call them all useless.
However, he reined in his words.
The situation was not yet completely stable, and he couldn't afford to treat everyone poorly. If some people became disgusted and switched sides at this moment, the situation would be dire!
Yet, Zhang Jia remained very displeased. Just then, his phone rang!
Upon opening it, Zhang Jia saw a message and his eyes lit up. "Heh heh, the trap is set. Now we'll see if you jump in. Did you really think they invited you to the banquet tonight for a good reason?"
Zhang Jia sneered, his gaze fixed on the outside.
Clearly, he was looking at the retreating back of Dong Jinghua.
At the same time, Dong Jinghua, who had just left the Martial Arts Hall, suddenly received a call.
"Chairman, we... we've had a conflict with someone. One of our store clerks has been beaten to death! We've detained the person, but we tested them just now, and it seems they're from the Ling family!"
Hearing the anxious voice on the other end, Dong Jinghua's expression darkened. It became even more grim when she heard that the killer was from the Ling family.
However, Dong Jinghua immediately sensed that something was not quite right about this matter!
Thinking this, Dong Jinghua became less flustered and calmly said, "At which store? I'm on my way!"
"It's at our bridal jewelry store. It was a group of women, and a few of them are very strong. They seem to know蛊毒之术 (gu poison techniques), so they're not ordinary people! We..."
"Who told you to make a move? Before investigating the matter, do not act rashly. Just detain the person!"
Dong Jinghua said each word with a dark expression.
The person on the other end nodded repeatedly. "Yes, yes, Chairman. We've detained the person... and this person specifically asked to see you, saying they want to clarify things!"
"I'm coming right away!" Dong Jinghua hung up the phone and instinctively glanced back at the Martial Arts Hall behind her.
Then, Dong Jinghua roared, "Ling family, how audacious!"
Although these were just a few simple words, they made many people around tremble uncontrollably.
A group of people didn't dare to follow.
As Dong Jinghua quickly drove away, Zhang Jia also walked out of the Martial Arts Hall at a brisk pace. He asked the people around with a cold smile.
Upon hearing that Dong Jinghua had received a call and then became enraged, he became even happier.
Then, Zhang Jia settled back into the Martial Arts Hall, waiting for various news to arrive. He also sent people to probe the Ling family's stance!
Meanwhile, Ling Feng's phone was also dialed!
"Tang Ru, don't be impulsive. Don't escalate things before the situation is clarified!"
As soon as Ling Feng answered the phone, he heard Lin Siqi's劝解 (advice) from the other end.
But it was clear that Tang Ru's fiery temper had been ignited, and she couldn't listen at this moment. She said to Ling Feng with extreme grievance, "Ling Feng, I didn't kill anyone. They insist I did. That scoundrel was peeping at me, and I just taught him a small lesson. Who knew he would die like that? Now they want to arrest me. Are you going to do something about it?!"
Hearing this, Ling Feng's eyes narrowed slightly.
Yang Fei, standing beside him, looked ready for action.
"Where are you?" Ling Feng's voice was chilling.
Tang Ru immediately shivered, as if a basin of cold water had been poured over her. She quickly calmed down, realizing that calling him had been too impulsive.
But at this point, even Lin Siqi couldn't stop her, as she had already contacted Ling Feng!
"I'm at the bridal jewelry store here. Ling Feng, I didn't mean to disturb you. I know you must be very busy at the Ling family right now. I... I'll handle things here myself."
Ling Feng replied indifferently, "Alright, handle it yourself!"
Beep, beep, beep...
The call was hung up. Tang Ru was stunned and felt wronged, on the verge of tears.
"What is this? He doesn't care about me at all!"
Tang Ru said coquettishly, feeling even more aggrieved!
Who knew that at this moment, a sinister voice from the other side emerged, "Heh heh, what? Didn't call anyone from the Ling family? Ling Feng, hmph, I've never even heard of this name. I guess he's not a significant figure in the Ling family. Let me tell you, someone died here today, and you're not leaving. Moreover, our Chairman is Dong Jinghua, and the group headquarters is in Kyoto. You might not have heard of her, but our Chairman definitely isn't afraid of your Ling family!"
Tang Ru was already extremely wronged. Seeing a young man walk out and scold her, constantly threatening her, and seeming to disregard the Ling family, made Tang Ru furious!
"What did you say? Dong Jinghua, right? Have her come out. I want to see what's so great about doing business in Kyoto? Our company is also in Kyoto..."
"Tang Ru!"
Lin Siqi's face turned cold, and she immediately stopped Tang Ru.
The name of Jishi Group was not something to be brought up casually, as it could truly be terrifying.
Furthermore, their identities were confidential and must not be revealed to the people here, nor should they be actively promoted. xxs壹贰
The image of Jishi Group was too important!
Tang Ru came back to her senses and then snorted, "Hmph, let your boss Dong Jinghua come out. I don't believe you can really frame me!"
"Frame you? We have surveillance here, and everyone has seen it. Only you attacked our store clerk, and the person died. Can this be faked? Also, don't think the Ling family is so great. No matter how strong your backing is, if you kill someone, you still have to pay with your life!"
This young man was quite arrogant, and with every word, he pressed closer to Tang Ru!