Top Soldier Pursued by a Beauty

The man who approached was Huang Changsheng, the president of East Sea's Changsheng Group.

For the past few years, the Changsheng Group and the Lin Corporation had been fierce competitors. At the same time, the two companies were almost evenly matched in strength, both being top enterprises in East Sea.

Two years ago, Huang Changsheng had openly declared his intention to pursue Lin Qingyun, but she had rejected him. Afterward, he went abroad for further studies.

In Lin Qingyun's eyes, Huang Changsheng was a formidable opponent. Despite being around the same age as her, he was equally capable of managing a massive corporation with astonishing tactics.

Lin Qingyun greeted Huang Changsheng with a slight smile. "So it's President Huang. It's been a long time. I thought you were still abroad."

Huang Changsheng adjusted his glasses, a fervent glint in his eyes as he looked at Lin Qingyun. He concealed this fire and replied with a gentle smile, "I just got back a couple of days ago. My father wants me to take over the Changsheng Group completely. I feel my skills are limited and I didn't want to return, but it's hard to disobey a father's command."

Lin Qingyun smiled politely. "President Huang, you're being too modest. When it comes to tactics, insight, and ability, few in East Sea can compare to you. The Changsheng Group is sure to thrive in your hands."

"Let's hope your kind words prove true," Huang Changsheng said with a smile, his heart racing as he looked at Lin Qingyun. Two years... and she's become even more beautiful. Even after all the exceptional women I've been with, almost none can compare to Lin Qingyun. How wonderful it would be to conquer a woman like her!

Just then, Xu Ying'er, who was next to them, wrapped her arms around Huang Changsheng's arm and cooed, "Changsheng, you're finally here. Someone was bullying me just now, and you didn't even seem to care."

Huang Changsheng frowned slightly. He had gotten involved with Xu Ying'er shortly after his return. In his eyes, Xu Ying'er was nothing more than a plaything, but since they were technically dating, he still had to placate her. "What's wrong, Ying'er? Who bullied you?"

Xu Ying'er immediately pointed at Zhao Dong. "It was this bastard! He cursed at me! He humiliated me! You have to get revenge for me!"

Huang Changsheng's brow furrowed as he looked toward Zhao Dong. Seeing Zhao Dong sitting right next to Lin Qingyun, his frown deepened. He suddenly recalled a rumor that had been spreading like wildfire through East Sea lately: that Lin Qingyun had gotten drunk and had a one-night stand with a worthless discharged soldier.

Resentment surged through him. I never even got a taste of Lin Qingyun, yet some nobody gets to have her!

He looked at Zhao Dong, a smile playing on his lips that didn't reach his eyes. "And this must be our friend Zhao Dong?"

Zhao Dong gave Huang Changsheng a cool glance. "You're this slut's man?"

With that single question, the faces of both Huang Changsheng and Xu Ying'er darkened as snickers erupted from the surrounding crowd.

Xu Ying'er clenched her teeth, so furious she wanted to tear Zhao Dong limb from limb. "Zhao Dong, you son of a bitch, watch your mouth! You're the slut!"

Zhao Dong pursed his lips. "Who's the slut here? Don't you own a mirror? I didn't want to curse you out, but you came over here begging for it."

Xu Ying'er's vision swam with rage; she was no match for Zhao Dong in a war of words. She turned to Huang Changsheng, her expression pitiful. "Changsheng, you see? This is how he bullies me."

Huang Changsheng already resented Zhao Dong. Now, seeing his own girlfriend insulted in front of so many people was a clear slap in his face.

He turned to Zhao Dong and said coldly, "I've heard that our friend Zhao Dong was a soldier. People say soldiers are all crude thugs. I didn't believe it before, but meeting you today has really opened my eyes."

Without waiting for a reply, Huang Changsheng turned to Lin Qingyun, his brow furrowed. "Qingyun, why would you choose a man like this? He's a boorish lout with no class whatsoever. He's completely unworthy of you. Honestly, he's an embarrassment!"

Lin Qingyun shook her head, her tone icy. "I think you're mistaken, President Huang. Your girlfriend was verbally abusive to us first. It's only natural for Zhao Dong to respond in kind. Instead of blaming him, you should tell the woman at your side to take a look in the mirror."

Seeing Lin Qingyun take his side, Zhao Dong grinned. "My wife is right. We shouldn't waste our breath on classless people like them. Let's just treat anything they say like a fart."

Huang Changsheng's face grew even darker. Having lost face to Zhao Dong again and again, he couldn't hold back any longer. He snapped, "Shut up! Who the hell do you think you are? Say one more word and I'll make you regret it!"

Zhao Dong's eyes turned to ice, two daggers stabbing toward Huang Changsheng. A sudden chill washed over Huang Changsheng, as if he'd been plunged into a frozen cavern. His breath caught in his chest, his entire body seized by the cold.

"Don't push your luck," Zhao Dong said coldly. "My wife told me not to cause any trouble tonight, otherwise you and that slut of yours would be crawling out of here. With that scrawny frame of yours, I could send you flying with a single slap."

Huang Changsheng's face flushed crimson. He was a six-foot-tall man who worked out and studied martial arts. He's calling *me* scrawny?

He couldn't stand it anymore and retorted sarcastically, "Send me flying? You think serving two years as a common grunt makes you tough? A guy with your build would just be a punching bag overseas."

Zhao Dong shot him a disdainful look and spat, "Moron."

Huang Changsheng felt like his lungs would explode. "What did you say?!"

"I said you're a moron. You got a problem with that?"

SLAM! Huang Changsheng slammed his hand on the table and roared at Zhao Dong, "Outside! Let's settle this one-on-one!"

He shrugged off his jacket and rolled up his sleeves, revealing powerfully built arms. It had to be said, Huang Changsheng's muscles were genuinely intimidating. In contrast, Zhao Dong's build didn't look nearly as imposing, appearing almost lean next to him.

Zhao Dong glanced at Huang Changsheng with disdain. "How boring. You're not worth my time."

Huang Changsheng laughed, a sound dripping with anger. Zhao Dong's attitude was a profound insult. "I think you're scared," he sneered. "If you're scared, just admit it. Stop running your mouth. It's pathetic."

He then turned to Lin Qingyun. "See, Qingyun? This is the man you've chosen. He has no real skill; he's just all talk. You're really going to entrust yourself to garbage like this? I feel sorry for you."

Lin Qingyun bit her lip, remaining silent.

Zhao Dong's gaze turned cold. "Who did you call garbage?"

Huang Changsheng declared haughtily, "I said you're garb—"

Before he could finish, Zhao Dong's form blurred and disappeared from the bench. He left an afterimage in his place as he reappeared instantly in front of Huang Changsheng.

Huang Changsheng had no time to react. All he saw was a hand swinging toward his face.

SMACK!

His vision went black as the force of the blow spun him around several times before sending him flying.

A dead silence fell over the hall. The smile on Xu Ying'er's face froze. Everyone stared in shock. Lin Qingyun's mouth hung open, and she rubbed her eyes in disbelief. When she saw Huang Changsheng lying on the ground a short distance away, she was completely stunned.

Zhao Dong dusted off his hands, turned to the stupefied Xu Ying'er, and raised his hand as if to strike again.

Xu Ying'er collapsed to the floor in terror. "Don't... don't hit me! I just had a nose job two days ago... sob..." She burst into tears.

Zhao Dong lowered his hand and squatted in front of her, a grin spreading across his face. "I'll let you off today. But if you ever dare speak out of turn again, I guarantee you'll be going back for another procedure. Understand?"

Tears and snot streaming down her face, Xu Ying'er nodded frantically.

Satisfied, Zhao Dong walked back to Lin Qingyun's side and glanced around. "Some people are just asking for it. You have to beat them before they'll shut up. It really leaves a man no choice."

The crowd stared at Zhao Dong with expressions of shock and fear. No one dared to speak.

Huang Changsheng struggled to his feet, clutching his swollen face as he glared at Zhao Dong with venomous hatred. "Just you wait! I swear I'll make you pay for this!"

"Bring it on. I couldn't care less."

Seething with a rage that made his eyes roll back, Huang Changsheng turned and stormed away without another word. He didn't have the face to stay any longer. Xu Ying'er didn't dare to linger either, scrambling to follow him.

The banquet hall began to return to its previous atmosphere, and Zhao Dong finally relaxed. However, at that very moment, a tremendous bang echoed from the entrance.

BANG!

The doors were kicked off their hinges, shattering on impact. The crowd screamed as the hall erupted into chaos.

All eyes turned to the doorway, where a figure cloaked in a chilling aura strode in. The man was dressed in black, with eyes as cold and sharp as daggers. His first words sent a chill through everyone's hearts.

"Who is Zhao Dong? Come out and die!"

Zhao Dong sensed that this man was different. He slowly rose to his feet and met the newcomer's gaze. "Who are you?" he asked coldly.

"I've been sent by Young Master Xiao to kill you. You stole his woman and even dared to attack him. For that, I will tear you limb from limb!"

"Young Master Xiao? Xiao Hongtian? You work for him?" Zhao Dong was startled. If Xiao Hongtian sent him, he must be terrifyingly strong! He sized up the newcomer, and his heart sank. He's a Grandmaster!

Without another word, the man, Wei Wu, gave a sinister smile and lunged. He thrust out a palm strike that carried the force of a thunderclap, aiming directly for Zhao Dong.

Zhao Dong's face fell. There was no way he could withstand a blow like that.