Peerless Divine Doctor in the City of Flowers
Chapter 459: You’re Not Cut Out to Be a Boss

Chapter 459: Chapter 459: You’re Not Cut Out to Be a Boss

"Swoosh!"

Inside the private room, apart from the Lone Wolf.

Everyone else stood up in unison.

The fierce look on their faces showed they had crawled out of piles of corpses.

It was a tense standoff, just waiting for an order.

They would rush forward with no regard for their own safety.

But at that moment, Lin Fan, who had been silent, suddenly stepped in front of Lu Feifei.

His eyes were roaming over the Lone Wolf.

"These days, everyone wants to be their own boss, but sadly, from what I see, you don’t have the destiny of a boss. You’re fated to be an underling your whole life."

"Who are you?"

The actions of Lin Fan made the Lone Wolf startle.

He had thought Lin Fan was just a pretty boy.

Unexpectedly, at a time like this, he used his body to protect Lu Feifei.

And the Lone Wolf, who was battle-hardened, felt that there was something off about Lin Fan.

That nonchalance was definitely not something an ordinary person could exhibit.

"I’m a fortune teller. Today, I’ll give you a free face reading. I sincerely advise you not to be too greedy. When they invite you so earnestly to join, and you’re planning to bite back, that’s a bit dishonorable."

Lin Fan’s mouth had a mocking smile.

Clearly, this foolish kid hadn’t recognized who he was.

"Whether I’m honorable or not isn’t for you to judge. On the streets, those with virtue shall have it, those without lose it. Since Sister Phoenix’s time has come, she needs to make way. But if you don’t step aside, then don’t blame us for offering a buy-one-get-one-free deal."

The Lone Wolf squinted his eyes, sizing up Lin Fan.

He felt a sense of déjà vu with him.

Yet he couldn’t remember where he had seen him before at the moment.

"Lone Wolf, one mustn’t be too ruthless. Besides, you should know that Wang Hu is just using you to help him eliminate dissenters. He can make you king today, and he can find someone to replace you next year," said Lin Fan, arms folded, his gaze sweeping across the faces of everyone present.

These guys, truly like lone wolves.

"Do you think this kind of low-level provocation works?"

The Lone Wolf smirked coldly, "It’s only a matter of time before the trash gets replaced, I’m merely obeying destiny. As for everything else, that’s not for you to know. Get lost, or don’t blame us for the buy-one-get-one-free offer."

"Then buy one and see if you can get another one for free."

Lin Fan sneered.

Instead of backing down, he stepped forward.

In their direct gaze, his eyes suddenly changed.

It was an extremely evil look.

Looking into it made one feel as if a knife was stabbed directly into the heart.

The overwhelming sense of oppression was so intense that even the Lone Wolf couldn’t bear it and took a step back.

Combined with the shallow smile on the corner of his mouth.

The Lone Wolf suddenly seemed to remember something.

He was rooted to the spot, not daring to make any further movement.

Cold sweat on his forehead streamed down instantly.

"Snap!"

A crisp sound echoed within the private room.

Everyone watched the scene in astonishment.

Lin Fan had actually slapped the Lone Wolf across the face.

And the one who had been hit still stood there as if nothing had happened.

Just staring blankly at Lin Fan.

As if under a spell.

"You dare to strike!"

The Lone Wolf didn’t move, but his pack couldn’t stand their leader being hit.

They each pulled out hidden daggers, ready to fight to the death.

"Nobody move!"

But unexpectedly, the Lone Wolf suddenly turned around, halting everyone’s movements.

The resolve in his eyes left no room for doubt.

The pack immediately stopped in their tracks, not daring to take any action.

This was their one and only rule.

Orders were to be followed without fail.

After restraining his subordinates, the Lone Wolf then turned back to look at Lin Fan.

His gaze no longer held any trace of cruelty.

But rather a plea for help.

"May I ask... have we met somewhere before... "

"Snap!"

Instead of an answer, the Lone Wolf received another slap in return.

Staggering from the blow, he not only refrained from retaliating,

but instead stood up straight in front of Lin Fan once more,

as if asking to be struck again.

"Smack!"

Lin Fan was by no means courteous.

He raised his hand and slapped again.

The blow caused the Lone Wolf’s cheek to swell,

and blood was already trickling from the corner of his mouth.

Yet, even so, the Lone Wolf burst out laughing.

A wordless smile that made him look like a fool.

This scene not only shocked the pack of wolves behind him

but even Lu Feifei was somewhat at a loss.

What in the world was this?

"Now that you’ve returned the three slaps you owed me, we can talk about your plans to become king of Jiangning,"

Lin Fan said, standing with his hands behind his back.

In fact, this wasn’t the first time the two had met.

Only last time, he had been wearing a mask.

"All rise, kneel!"

The Lone Wolf suddenly stood up straight.

With his command given,

he led by example, kneeling on one knee.

At this move, everyone was taken aback.

But the pack of wolves also promptly knelt on one knee.

Because, this was an order from their leader.

"The Lone Wolf, with his thirty-six underlings, begs for death!"

The Lone Wolf looked up at Lin Fan standing before him.

At that moment, Lu Feifei saw a light in his eyes.

It was as if he were kneeling not to a man, but to the deity in his heart,

a supreme god worth dying for at a moment’s notice, without any regrets.

But these words that baffled everyone were truly incomprehensible.

"You’re trying to pull this trick on me, kid!"

Lin Fan revealed a resigned smile,

shook his head, and sat down in the chair next to Lu Feifei.

Many words are not meant to be spoken face to face.

But the fervent look in the kid’s eyes was certainly not a lie.

"My life was already yours. To be executed by you personally would be an honor even in death!"

The Lone Wolf offered no excuses.

He pulled a sharp dagger from his bosom.

Holding it in hand, with the blade pointing inward, he aimed it at his own heart.

Just waiting for Lin Fan’s command,

he would not hesitate to pierce his heart.

This was his ultimate proof of loyalty.

"I happen to be short of hands for menial tasks, so I’ll spare your life. Yet, do you have any objections to joining Vermilion Bird Commerce?"

Lin Fan wrapped his arm around Lu Feifei’s waist, the corner of his mouth displaying a teasing smile.

"If I can follow by your side, I, the Lone Wolf, swear fealty unto death, with no regrets. Not just merging, but even if it means losing my limbs, I would bear it without regret or resentment!"

While speaking, the Lone Wolf wrapped his left hand around the sharp blade.

With a pull of his right hand, blood surged forth.

Drops fell to the ground.

"Should there be any deceit in my words, let this hand be struck down by heaven and earth, and let me die a terrible death!"

This act tightened Lu Feifei’s brow.

She had never seen someone so fanatical.

And the thirty-six behind him also immediately cut open their own left hands,

letting the blood drop, without so much as a frown.

"Alright then, you will now take orders from Sister Phoenix. Remember the three rules I’ve set for you. If you break them, I will take your lives!"

Lin Fan’s gaze softened once more.

Unexpectedly, the Lone Wolf whom he had saved on the battlefield years ago out of kinship had run into him here.

Back then, when asked how he would recognize his benefactor should they meet again,

Lin Fan had told him he would receive three slaps upon their next meeting.

This time, it also served as the greatest support he could offer Lu Feifei.