Chapter 456: 456
The Zhao Family in Yancheng was also considered one of the top forces, with numerous sources of information. The materials Zhou Yu needed were quickly delivered to him following a phone call from Zhao Jianlong.
After reading them, Zhou Yu’s expression turned icy cold.
"I knew there was a reason why the Qiao Family suddenly opposed me—it turns out the Gao Family was instigating them behind the scenes."
"However, why would the Gao Family suddenly do this?"
Zhou Yu was puzzled.
After all, he had no direct conflict with the Gao Family.
It was merely some unpleasantness in the past over old Mr. Zhao Jianfeng’s matter.
At that time, when Heavenly Master Jin Dingtian arrived in Yancheng and threatened to trouble him, the Gao Family, fearing they would offend Heavenly Master Jin Dingtian, forcefully tried to make Zhao Jianfeng sever all ties with him, but Zhao Jianfeng refused.
In the end, it was the Gao Family who were kicking him when he was down. They should have just left him alone.
Yet, the Gao Family chose this critical moment to start troubles with him.
That really was unusual.
Zhao Jianlong, with a solemn face, said,
"From what I know of Gao Yingxiang, this man is naturally cautious and would not undertake risky actions."
"Your name is now renowned among the seven great clans of Yancheng. Even the Liu Family can’t handle you; what courage would the Gao Family have to oppose you unless..."
Zhao Jianlong paused before continuing,
"someone gave them enough courage."
Zhou Yu narrowed his eyes, recalling Qi Guochang mentioning over the phone that Yang Tianpeng might have already allied with local forces.
Could it be?
Zhou Yu and Zhao Jianlong exchanged glances, and both spoke simultaneously,
"Yang Tianpeng!"
At that moment, Bei Yong’s call came through.
"Mr. Zhou, I just received information that Yang Tianpeng and Zhao Songqing met secretly last night with representatives from the Liu Family, Lin Family of Yancheng, Gao Family, Dong Family, and even Fukang Pharmaceuticals to discuss how to deal with you."
"Are you sure?"
Zhou Yu asked.
Bei Yong affirmed decisively,
"Sure, there’s absolutely no mistake."
A sharp glint flashed through Zhou Yu’s eyes.
He had thought the Gao Family had only teamed up with Yang Tianpeng, but unexpectedly, all these enemies had united against him.
No wonder the Gao Family dared to oppose him.
However, it made sense—the backing of the envoy from the Punishment Hall and the Capital City Zhao Family made it understandable why the Gao Family would step forward.
However, the involvement of Fukang Pharmaceuticals was a surprise.
Bei Yong’s information came just in time.
"Alliance Head Bei, thank you for the heads up."
Bei Yong, flattered, quickly said,
"Mr. Zhou, since I’ve decided to follow you, naturally I won’t be half-hearted."
Zhou Yu nodded.
"So you’re saying the Line 10 metro project has fallen into the hands of the Gao Family?"
Bei Yong shook his head.
"No, it’s still with the Qiao Family."
"However, in a few days, that might no longer be the case."
Zhou Yu narrowed his eyes; he already had a plan in mind.
"Alright, I got it."
After hanging up, Zhao Jianlong hurriedly said,
"Zhou Yu, these people have joined forces; their power is tremendous. You might want to lay low for a while."
"I think Yang Tianpeng and Zhao Songqing won’t stay in Yancheng for long. They will eventually have to return."
"Let’s deal with the matters after they leave Qinzhou."
Zhou Yu shook his head,
"Mr. Zhao, I understand your concerns, but if I leave, the people close to me will face trouble."
Zhao Jianlong understood this point too, but now, there wasn’t much he could do.
Zhou Yu smiled,
"Mr. Zhao, don’t worry, these are just some rabble. If they want to stir up trouble, I’ll just play along."
With that, Zhou Yu stood up to take his leave.
Zhao Jianlong hastily asked,
"Where are you going?"
Zhou Yu sneered.
"To the Qiao Family."
"We must take back the Line 10 metro project."
Having said this, Zhou Yu walked out.
He headed straight for the Qiao Family, armed with the information on their address that Zhao Jianlong had provided.
When he arrived outside the Qiao Family residence, it was already past midnight.
Zhou Yu’s Divine Sense instantly spread out and soon discovered that Qiao Chuanjiang was passionately making out with a young and beautiful woman.
Zhou Yu sneered, then swiftly moved towards the second-floor villa.
"Baby, does it feel good? Don’t worry, I’m coming right in,"
Qiao Chuanjiang lasciviously said.
Just then, a voice sounded,
"Can the Family Head of Qiao handle it? If you can’t, don’t overexert yourself."
This sudden voice startled Qiao Chuanjiang, who was in the throes of excitement, causing him to go limp.
He let out a strange cry, turned around, and saw that at the end of the bed, on the couch, sat a young man.
"Zhou... Zhou Yu!!!"
Qiao Chuanjiang’s face drastically changed.
At that moment, the woman on the bed was also so frightened that she almost screamed.
But before she could make a sound, Zhou Yu pointed from afar, and she immediately passed out.
Panicked, Qiao Chuanjiang scrambled off the bed and tried to flee.
Zhou Yu spoke indifferently,
"One more step, and I assure you, your head will see your butt."
"Don’t believe me? Try it."
Qiao Chuanjiang’s body stiffened instantly.
He slowly turned around, his face showing fear yet trying to appear fierce,
"Zhou... Zhou Yu, what do you want to do?"
Zhou Yu said calmly,
"Shouldn’t I be the one asking you that?"
"What do you want to do?"
Qiao Chuanjiang’s face turned sour, but he still retorted defiantly,
"The bidding is just normal business competition; naturally, the highest bidder wins. What, can’t you play fair, so you resort to underhanded methods?"
Zhou Yu raised an eyebrow.
"Since you accuse me of playing dirty, then fine, I’ll show you what that looks like."
Zhou Yu flicked his finger, and a silver needle, like a flash of cold light, shot out and stabbed into Qiao Chuanjiang’s thigh.
"Ah—"
Qiao Chuanjiang let out a wretched scream and fell to the floor, writhing in agony.
If you find any errors (non-standard content, ads redirect, broken links, etc..), Please let us know so we can fix it as soon as possible.
Report