Peerless Martial Expert in the City
Chapter 537 - 534: Counterattack

Chapter 537: Chapter 534: Counterattack

Chapter 534: Counterattack

In these past few days, he felt utterly stifled and wronged. Had the Li Family simply competed with the Jianguo Group openly and fairly, he would have felt nothing amiss; even if they had been defeated, there would have been nothing to say. But he never imagined that the Li Family, a prominent clan, would stoop to such despicable and shameless tactics.

The department stores under the Jianguo Group were something Liu Yuan was very familiar with. He knew the suppliers were under strict scrutiny, and it was absolutely impossible for any spoiled or inferior quality food products to emerge. Yet recently, so-called inferior goods and counterfeit items had been discovered time and again, and, each time, it was the media outlets owned by the Li Family that broadcasted these exposés. The sordid details were almost universally known.

Over this, Liu Yuan was nearly infuriated to the point of coughing up blood, and it was the same with the various subsidiary companies of the Jianguo Group. Although occasionally the Jianguo Group might be flexible with some minor details and, like other businesses, skirt the edge of regulations, Chen Jianguo never compromised on principles and standards regarding product quality. The principal reason the Jianguo Group had risen so quickly was that it always adhered to its own principles and convictions.

It was simply impossible for so many issues to emerge in an instant—things like housing leaks or shoddy decorations...

These were utterly impossible...

Liu Yuan knew very well that for every construction completed by the Jianguo Group, enormous sums were spent on the most authoritative international institutions for inspections and acceptance. A phrase Chen Jianguo often had on his lips was that housing issues could not be taken lightly, not even the smallest detail could be overlooked!

"Uncle Liu, what do you mean by despicable? Can you tell me more specifically?"

A hint of coldness flashed in Xiao Yi’s eyes, but his face maintained a semblance of calm as he asked.

"Okay..."

The anger that had been stirred in Liu Yuan’s heart, upon hearing Xiao Yi’s question, poured out like a wronged child finding a parent to confide in, spilling out all the despicable and shameless deeds of the Li Family from the past few days, along with his own frustrations.

"The Li Family, heh, a so-called powerful Li Family!"

As he listened to Liu Yuan’s account, Xiao Yi’s face gradually darkened more and more. By the time Liu Yuan finished telling the last incident, Xiao Yi was so enraged he felt his lungs might explode, his lips curling into a trace of a cold smile.

"I can’t believe it, the great Li Family would stoop so low."

Seeing the righteous indignation on Liu Yuan’s face, Xiao Yi continued in a soothing manner, following Liu Yuan’s words.

"Isn’t that so? Hmph, if it weren’t for Director Chen always saying the marketplace is a battlefield where everyone uses their own means, it’s not strange what others do, I would have gone straight to the Li Family with a knife long ago!"

Hearing Xiao Yi’s agreement, Liu Yuan, flushed with anger and now gradually feeling the effects of alcohol, responded enthusiastically as if he’d found someone who understood him, his face beaming with excitement.

Heh, with you in this condition, you couldn’t possibly take down the Li Family. They’re not so easy to kill. Even Liu Jingling, a high-tier practitioner of the Bone Tempering Period, came back defeated.

Xiao Yi, listening to the slurred speech of Liu Yuan who was clearly becoming affected by the alcohol, couldn’t help but chuckle inwardly.

However, it’s about time to teach the Li Family a lesson!

Xiao Yi’s gaze grew icier, the cold smile at the corner of his mouth revealing a chilling murderous intent.

After allowing the drunken Liu Yuan, who had rambled incoherently for a while, to lie down quietly in the car, Xiao Yi took him home. After turning down Liu Yuan’s wife’s enthusiastic invitation to stay for tea with profuse thanks, he returned to his car. With a glint of frost in his eyes, Xiao Yi reached out for his mobile phone.

The Li Family, aren’t they self-proclaimed to be deeply rooted and believe their influence is vast enough to oppress the Jianguo Group at will?

Today, I want to see just how deep they are!

Having listened to Liu Yuan’s account earlier and after weighing his options, Xiao Yi had already begun to contemplate how to deal with the Li Family. The most direct approach was without doubt to utterly wipe out the Li Family.

With his current capabilities, he was absolutely able to achieve this. He did not believe the Li Family had any personnel in the Condensation Period. From what Liu Jingling had told him last time, there weren’t any. At most, they might have a few high-tier practitioners in the Bone Tempering Period.

To someone at his level, such individuals were merely dregs; eliminating the Li Family could be done in minutes.

However, after weighing his options, he dismissed the idea.

After all, the Li Family was no ordinary clan. If he had no ties or concerns, it wouldn’t matter much, but at this moment, he still needed to live in G City. There were matters left unresolved. Furthermore, at this time, if the Li Family ran into trouble, people might suspect Chen Jianguo was involved. Additionally, Situ Qingfeng was currently in G City investigating a major case. If something happened now, it would undoubtedly fall on him, and he didn’t want to cause Situ Qingfeng any trouble!

After much consideration, Xiao Yi eventually decided to set aside his pride for once, trouble a friend, and find another way to deal with the Li Family.

"Mr. Xiao?"

The call connected quickly, and Mr. Ma’s voice came through, a mix of surprise, excitement, and a slight nervousness.

"Hello, Mr. Ma? It’s me. There’s something I need to ask of you."

Hearing Mr. Ma’s voice, a smile appeared on Xiao Yi’s face.

Although Mr. Ma was not the most powerful among his acquaintances, he was undoubtedly the most suitable for this matter. The Ma Family, though not one of those ancient noble families with deep roots, had flourished during the upheavals of the last century as an emerging power in the political sphere, wielding immense secular influence. Moreover, he had just cured Elder Mr. Ma’s illness, which resulted in immeasurable benefits for the Ma Family. This was a favor he could well afford to owe!

"Please speak, Mr. Xiao!"

When Mr. Ma heard Xiao Yi take the initiative to ask him for a favor, he was momentarily stunned. From their interactions over time, he had come to understand that Xiao Yi, despite his youth, was very sophisticated in his dealings. No matter how much they respected him, he always remained calm and unassuming, which raised Mr. Ma’s opinion of him even higher and deepened his respect.

He had not expected that Xiao Yi would call him late at night to ask for a favor.

But he quickly regained his composure and replied with grave sincerity, "Mr. Xiao’s matters are my own, Mr. Ma’s matters. Whatever my Ma Family can do, through fire and water, we shall not refuse!"

"First, thank you, Mr. Ma. But this matter does not require going through fire and water. The matter is..."

Xiao Yi chuckled, then briefly described the situation.

"Please rest assured, Mr. Xiao, I will see to it immediately!"

After hearing Xiao Yi’s explanation, Mr. Ma breathed a sigh of relief. He had been worried about what kind of request Xiao Yi would make since Xiao Yi rarely asked for anything, and with his capabilities, he generally wouldn’t need Mr. Ma’s help. To his surprise, it turned out to be something trivial for him, and he promptly assured him with earnest determination.

"Alright, I’ll leave this matter in your hands, Mr. Ma."

Hearing Mr. Ma’s forthright words, Xiao Yi’s eyes widened in shock, and he nearly dropped the phone. He inwardly commended Mr. Ma for achieving so much at such a young age; it clearly wasn’t just due to his father’s influence.

It was just a moment, yet Mr. Ma had already labeled the Li Family’s actions and even defined their crimes.

However, the Li Family certainly was not innocent; their actions indeed were as Mr. Ma described. So, Mr. Ma’s judgment of them wasn’t excessive, and he felt no sympathy for them.

"Mr. Xiao, you’re too polite. This is part of my duty after all. I should thank you, Mr. Xiao, for helping us a great deal by rooting out the rot in our ranks!"

Mr. Ma quickly returned the courtesy. He dared not take Xiao Yi lightly and had always kept a humble attitude. He had already been advised by his father that Xiao Yi was no ordinary figure and that maintaining a good relationship with him at all costs was essential. He even declared that the Ma Family’s prosperity was tied to this young man!

"Haha, alright, it’s late, so I won’t disturb you any longer, Mr. Ma."

Listening to Mr. Ma, Xiao Yi laughed lightly. He didn’t say much, but he greatly admired Mr. Ma’s approach to life, evident in this interaction. He thought higher of Mr. Ma than he did the Qian father and son, noting Mr. Ma’s favor in his heart stealthily.

"Alright, goodbye Mr. Xiao."

After hanging up the phone, Mr. Ma’s expression remained unsettled for a long time. After his face showed changing emotions for a while, he glanced at the clock and once again picked up the phone.

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