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Chapter 162 - 141: Why Don’t You Go to Heaven?

Chapter 162: Chapter 141: Why Don’t You Go to Heaven?

An old saying goes: Silence is golden until one surprise burst forth!

Indeed, once Li Chen opened his mouth, Mr. Gao, the middle-aged man, was utterly stunned on the spot.

Shit, do I look like a criminal? Do I look like a criminal? Do I look like a criminal?

I’m actually a Guest Elder of a major family, you know? With such a noble status, you mistake me for a criminal?

The middle-aged man’s eyes already flickered with murderous intent. Those who dare to offend him usually don’t live to see the next day’s sun.

Yu Yueying turned around only to see Li Chen’s grinning face, which relaxed her, and she smiled slightly, "What a coincidence."

"Right? Just came out for lunch, and happened to see Officer Yu catching criminals. Eh, why haven’t you handcuffed this criminal? What if he runs away?"

Li Chen spoke halfway, then turned his gaze to the middle-aged man, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes.

The middle-aged man’s eyelids couldn’t help but twitch.

And Yu Yueying also found it pleasing; this guy really had a knack for insulting people.

"He’s not a criminal." However, Yu Yueying still felt the need to explain, "He’s a distinguished guest of our police chief, I’m in charge of entertaining him."

"Your police chief’s distinguished guest?" Li Chen was startled, then chuckled, "Oh, so not a criminal. Sorry about that. It’s just that you look... ah, no, I mean I mistook you, sorry, don’t take offense."

Mistook? I think you did it on purpose, right?

The middle-aged man saw his previously relaxed mood swept away with a snort from his nose, "Let it pass this time, but if there’s a next time, you won’t be so lucky."

Oh, still acting tough in front of me?

Li Chen smiled wryly on his face, "Definitely, definitely. With such an imposing aura, naturally carrying the demeanor of a master, full forehead, face bearing evil Qi, dark spots at the corners of the eyes, and a face full of acne, may I ask, which ’Jianghu’ do you mix in?"

Hearing Li Chen say this, Yu Yueying almost burst out laughing. The contrast between the beginning and end of what he said, especially the last sentence, as Li Chen leaned forward with a gesture of profound respect, was just unbearable.

The middle-aged man had initially felt quite good about Li Chen’s flattering first half, even throwing back his sleeves and standing with hands behind his back, posing like a master. But as the words took a dive at the end, the last sentence almost made him choke.

"Am I the kind of inferior person from the underworld?" The middle-aged man took a deep breath, suppressing the rage within him.

But unexpectedly, Li Chen shook his head and said, "Sigh, not even daring to reveal your own name. How dare you mess in ’Jianghu’? Better go back where you came from. Don’t say I didn’t warn you, the waters of Linchuan are too deep for you to wade through."

Seeing Li Chen’s disdainful look and the disinterested expression, the middle-aged man felt his lungs about to explode with fury. He had never been so disparaged before.

And why did the conversation even get to this point? I don’t care about how deep Linchuan’s waters are; I’m here on business.

"Officer Yu, I’m somewhat free today. I’ll give you face—come, join me for a cup of tea, and let’s talk about life’s aspirations," Li Chen said as he glanced at the time and turned to speak to Yu Yueying.

Yu Yueying knew that Li Chen wanted to help her break away from the situation, but the excuse he used was really taking advantage of her.

The middle-aged man, feeling completely ignored, couldn’t contain himself and said coldly, "Officer Yu, if you want to keep wearing that uniform, you better not abandon your post."

Hearing this, Yu Yueying, who had been willing to agree, instantly darkened in expression.

Li Chen turned around and said indifferently, "I don’t care where you’re from, but it’s best not to interrupt when I’m talking. Otherwise, I’ll make you crawl out of Linchuan City!"

His words were soft but carried an air of domineering authority, though they sounded very much like those of someone from the underworld.

In that moment, Li Chen was smugly triumphant, looking at Yu Yueying’s shocked face, thinking it was a waste not to be an actor.

"Oh? Is that so?" the middle-aged man sneered, "I’m afraid you don’t have that capability. Underworld? I can destroy it with one hand. Listen here, kid, I’m Gao Gu, a Guest Elder of the Yanjing Li Family."

After saying this, the middle-aged man closed his eyes, for just that reputation alone could allow him to strut around with impunity.

Yanjing is the capital of Huaxia, and the Yanjing Li Family is also quite renowned. His status as a Guest Elder means he doesn’t even need to take action himself to scare some people witless.

However, the next sentence from that man nearly induced him to have a bout of bronchitis and pneumonia.

"The Yanjing Li Family? What’s that?"

Li Chen said confusedly. Was the Yanjing Li Family that great? He hadn’t heard of it, and if he hadn’t, why should it matter? Of course, he didn’t care.

The middle-aged man opened his eyes and saw Li Chen’s puzzled face, infuriated, but then he realized, indeed, the name of the Yanjing Li Family was a revered brand, but it was utterly useless against someone from the insular underworld of the south.

Telling an elephant’s name in a colony of ants won’t instill any fear because they have no clue what an elephant is. In other words, Li Chen simply wasn’t at a level where he could engage with the Yanjing Li Family.

With such thoughts, Gao Gu’s heart also settled, and he said indifferently, "You just need to know that the Yanjing Li Family isn’t something you can afford to offend, and it doesn’t even require the Yanjing Li Family to take action themselves. With just a word, they could wipe you and the entire underworld of Linchuan City clean."

After these words, Gao Gu saw Li Chen’s expression seem to freeze.

Seeing that his words had effect, Gao Gu’s arrogant demeanor returned. He never cared to lift a finger against ants.

However, Li Chen then turned to Yu Yueying and asked, "Officer Yu, have you ever heard of this so-called Yanjing Li Family?"

"No," Yu Yueying shook her head, she had never heard of this family’s name.

Li Chen looked at Gao Gu and said indifferently, "Hey, I’m saying, have you maybe been showing off too much? The Yanjing Li Family? I’m from the Linchuan Li Family. With just one sentence, I could wipe out the entire Linchuan underworld. Coincidentally, with a single sentence, I could also have the President of the United States replaced. So, you see, one should be honest. Don’t always think about bragging. If the Yanjing Li Family were that powerful, why are you still on the ground, why not ascend to the heavens?"

Li Chen’s words almost choked Gao Gu. So you were questioning the authenticity of the Yanjing Li Family all along, huh? Forget it, forget it, I feel embarrassed even to flaunt my connections to such an ant.

"Enough, I don’t want to waste words with you. Get lost, while I’m not yet angry. Otherwise, if you end up with a broken hand or foot later, don’t blame me," Gao Gu said lightly.

"Tsk tsk tsk, still putting on an act," Li Chen shook his head, "Come on, it’s you who should be leaving. I’m planning to have tea with Officer Yu later, talk about our aspirations, discuss life, and consider potential partners. Don’t get in our way."

Hearing Li Chen’s words, Yu Yueying glared at him. Who wants to be your partner?

Finally, Gao Gu was angered and let out a cold laugh.

"Some people just can’t see clearly," Gao Gu muttered to himself, then with sharp eyes, he looked at Li Chen.

"Do you think you can kill someone with a look?" Li Chen sneered repeatedly, "Come on, let me see what’s so great about your Yanjing Li Family."

"How wildly arrogant!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Gao Gu could no longer hold back. His right hand shot out like a venomous snake, aiming straight for Li Chen’s face, and his feet moved with swift steps. His speed was incredibly fast, and in an instant, his assault had reached Li Chen.

Gao Gu held nothing back with this technique, and for an ordinary person, they might have been killed instantly.

And Gao Gu had no intention of holding back. To kill a person in Linchuan might cause a stir, but he could use his influence to suppress it afterward.

Gao Gu was full of confidence in his technique, certain there was no chance it would fail, but reality often defies expectations.

Gao Gu’s snake-like strike was intercepted mid-way, and his eyes widened in disbelief. How could this be?

As a Guest Elder of the Yanjing Li Family, he was skilled in Ancient Martial Arts, and these techniques were not so easily countered, especially not by an ordinary person.

But his attack had been blocked, and it appeared that the other party didn’t even use much effort at all.

Li Chen’s left hand held Gao Gu’s wrist firmly. No matter how much he struggled, he couldn’t move.

Grinning, Li Chen said, "Is this all the skill you have?"

Gao Gu was both shocked and angry, his other hand immediately struck at Li Chen again like a snake, the attack quick and ruthless. But Li Chen simply clenched his fist and hammered a brutal punch towards Gao Gu’s right hand!

Their attacks collided mid-air, and a crisp snapping sound followed; it was the sound of bones breaking.

Under the impact, Gao Gu stumbled backward. Li Chen loosened his left hand, and Gao Gu nearly failed to stop himself from falling to the ground.

Feeling the intense pain from his bent index and middle fingers on his right hand, Gao Gu realized he hadn’t gained any advantage in the clash.

How could this be possible?

Gao Gu looked at Li Chen with a mix of shock and anger. Could it be that he was just an everyday thug from the underworld? Impossible. How could his strike be so easily deflected... Could it be that Li Chen was feigning weakness?

Watching the composed Li Chen, Gao Gu became wary and dared not attack rashly.

Li Chen shook his head, "I told you, you were just bragging. The Yanjing Li Family, if they were as powerful as you claim, why would they keep a waste like you around?"

"You’re seeking death!"

Gao Gu, provoked by Li Chen’s words, attacked again immediately. But this time, Yu Yueying only saw a blur before Gao Gu was sent flying backward at even greater speed, crashing heavily into the hotel’s marble.

The receptionist at the hotel was startled when she saw someone fell to the ground.

Li Chen shook his head, "If you count as a Guest Elder with that ability, then shouldn’t I be the family head?"

Gao Gu coughed violently, and with a fierce cough, he spat out a mouthful of blood.

He was directly injured internally by Li Chen!