Top Soldier Pursued by a Beauty

Xu Yafei was the only woman at her table, surrounded by several bald, burly men with grim faces and imposing, bear-like statures. Within a few meters of their table, no one dared to sit.

Despite being the only woman, it was evident that Xu Yafei held the highest status among them. She was seated at the head of the table.

Zhao Dong narrowed his eyes, surveying the scene. It looks like these are all her subordinates, and they're discussing something important.

He instinctively considered going over to greet her, but then he remembered her earlier warning. Hong Wu's spies were everywhere; he couldn't afford to have any form of contact with her. So, Zhao Dong merely glanced at Xu Yafei from afar before shifting his gaze away.

Yang Sixue glanced at Zhao Dong and said meaningfully, "I should warn you, you can't just stare at that woman. Be careful, or you might get your eyes gouged out."

Zhao Dong was startled, then smirked playfully. "Do you know who I was looking at?"

Yang Sixue pursed her lips and whispered, "Her name is Xu Yafei. She's the woman of East Sea's underground boss, Hong Wu. She's known for being fierce and ruthless, so don't stare at her. It'll cause trouble."

Zhao Dong chuckled inwardly without saying more. Despite her own words, Yang Sixue couldn't help but occasionally look over at Xu Yafei herself, remarking with wonder, "It's hard to imagine a woman commanding such authority, thriving in the underworld. She's really something else!"

Zhao Dong smiled. "Didn't you say she's Hong Wu's woman? What if she's just relying on him?"

Yang Sixue shook her head earnestly. "No, Xu Yafei made a name for herself in East Sea long before Hong Wu ever showed up."

A look of confusion crossed Zhao Dong's face. "Hong Wu isn't from East Sea?"

"That's what I've heard. They say Hong Wu is a representative for some terrifying powerhouse from our province. He came to East Sea with his own forces, subjugated the local gangs, and became the top boss."

A somber expression crossed Zhao Dong's face. He took a sip of his drink as a wave of anxiety hit him without warning. Now that Xu Yafei and I are involved, it's only a matter of time before Hong Wu and I have a falling out. I have to get stronger, quickly. Otherwise, if I really have to face Hong Wu, I'll have no way to save my own skin. Zhao Dong hated this feeling.

After a few drinks, Yang Sixue's cheeks were flushed, and her lips were tinged with a seductive trace of alcohol. Her eyes sparkled as she gave Zhao Dong a captivating smile. "Zhao Dong, can I ask you a question?"

"Go ahead."

"If I gave you the chance to date me, would you take it?"

Zhao Dong's hand, holding his glass, wavered. "Are you joking? Have you had too much to drink?"

Yang Sixue said with a hint of grievance, "I'm not drunk. I'm being serious."

"Don't make jokes like that. You're Qingyun's best friend. It isn't right for you to say such things."

Yang Sixue stuck out her tongue playfully. "I already told you, Qingyun is fine with it."

"I don't believe you!"

"Then I'll have her tell you herself later."

"If you can pull that off, I'll be impressed."

"You—"

Frustrated by Zhao Dong's blockheadedness, Yang Sixue sighed and went back to drinking sullenly.

Just then, a loud noise suddenly erupted from the restaurant's entrance!

BOOM!

The restaurant's door was kicked clean off its hinges! As a figure slowly walked in, the temperature inside seemed to drop by several degrees.

The other customers screamed in fright. The owner, a middle-aged man, rushed forward, pleading, "Sir, we're just running a small business here. We haven't done anything to offend you. What is the meaning of this?"

"Get lost!"

With a single slap, the intruder sent the owner flying.

At that moment, a sinister shout rang out. "Zhao Dong! I've come for your pathetic life! Get out here!"

The voice was like a clap of thunder next to Zhao Dong's ear. He whipped his head around, his eyes narrowing sharply. The newcomer was none other than Xiao Liufu.

Trailing behind him was Cheng Haoyuan in a wheelchair, his legs wrapped in bandages. Seeing Zhao Dong, he bellowed furiously, "Zhao Dong, I brought my uncle today! You can't escape even if you grow wings. I want you dead!"

Xiao Liufu also stared coldly at Zhao Dong, the chill in his eyes undisguised. "Zhao Dong, I spared your miserable life last time. I never thought you'd dare to harm my nephew so viciously. It seems you're really tired of living."

Xiao Liufu was indeed Cheng Haoyuan's uncle, but not by close blood ties; he was more of a distant maternal uncle. Thus, their relationship wasn't particularly close. However, Xiao Liufu was still one of Hong Wu's favored men and a prominent figure in East Sea. How could he possibly tolerate his distant relative being crippled? Moreover, the perpetrator was Zhao Dong. Cheng Haoyuan had already reported everything Zhao Dong said to Xiao Liufu, even embellishing the story a little. This had infuriated Xiao Liufu, which was why he had tracked them down with Cheng Haoyuan.

"Uncle, you have to avenge me! You have to kill him! Tear him to pieces!" Cheng Haoyuan shrieked.

Xiao Liufu gave him a cold glance. "Do I need you to tell me how to do my job?"

Cheng Haoyuan's lips twitched, and he didn't dare say another word. Xiao Liufu turned his cold gaze back to Zhao Dong. "You, the one surnamed Zhao. Today, this can go one of two ways. Either I break your arms and legs and take your pathetic life, or you pay ten million to settle this. Your money or your life. You choose."

Many in the restaurant were stunned to hear this. Casually demanding ten million... what was this man's background?

Yang Sixue, sitting opposite Zhao Dong, turned pale and said with a tremor in her voice, "Zhao Dong... had you offended this Xiao Liufu before?"

Zhao Dong looked at her. "What's wrong?"

Yang Sixue's face drained of all color in terror. She had heard of Xiao Liufu's reputation before. Rumor has it he's one of Hong Wu's top enforcers, with nearly a hundred lives on his hands—a ruthless and treacherous man! How did Zhao Dong manage to offend someone like that? And Cheng Haoyuan actually managed to bring Xiao Liufu here... We're doomed today.

But just then, Zhao Dong slowly stood up. He looked at Xiao Liufu, a cold smirk playing on his lips. "Your dog of a nephew is a menace who deserves to have his limbs broken. You're no better. By the way, who gave you the right to speak to me like that? You want my money? My life? Are you even worthy?"

A cold glint flashed in Xiao Liufu's eyes as he bellowed, "Today, I will take your pathetic life!"

Just as he moved to act, a figure stood up from a nearby table. It was Xu Yafei.

She was also stunned for a few seconds, having just heard Zhao Dong's voice. She was shocked, not expecting Zhao Dong to be here, or that Xiao Liufu had even pursued him here to kill him. I can't just sit here. But I can't make any suspicious moves toward Zhao Dong in this situation—not even a glance! These men around me are all Hong Wu's people. If they sense anything is wrong, Zhao Dong and I are both finished.

Xiao Liufu was also taken aback when he saw Xu Yafei. "Madam Xu, what are you doing here?" he asked in surprise.

He felt the situation become tricky. Madam Xu knows Zhao Dong. Is she going to intervene on his behalf?

Xu Yafei looked at Xiao Liufu, her expression indifferent. "Were you sent here to make a scene?"

Xiao Liufu's voice was low. "Madam Xu, I was unaware of your presence... I deserve death for my offense."

Xu Yafei abruptly grabbed a teacup and splashed its contents in Xiao Liufu's face. "Get out," she ordered coldly. "I'm in the middle of a discussion."

Xiao Liufu clenched his fists so tightly that his teeth drew blood. He kept his head lowered, his eyes bloodshot. After three seconds of silence, he said hoarsely, "Yes, Madam. I will wait outside."

Before leaving, he gave Zhao Dong one last glance, his eyes filled with dark menace and murderous intent.

Without a single glance at Zhao Dong, Xu Yafei sat back down and resumed her conversation. Yang Sixue, however, still hadn't recovered, her face pale with fear.

Just then, the text alert on Zhao Dong's phone sounded. A message had arrived.

"Run out the back door, quickly. There are too many spies. I can't help you."

Zhao Dong took one long look at Xu Yafei's back before placing his phone facedown on the table. He then turned to Yang Sixue and said, "Stay here. No matter what happens outside, don't you dare leave."

Without waiting for Yang Sixue to respond, Zhao Dong stood up and headed for the entrance.

Xu Yafei saw this, and her heart sank. Is this guy insane? I told him to use the back door. Doesn't he know Xiao Liufu is right at the main entrance? He's courting death!

She instinctively started to stand but stopped herself. She bit her lip hard, her eyes flashing with helplessness. If I go out there now, word of this will inevitably reach Hong Wu. Then Zhao Dong will be well and truly finished...

Cold sweat seeped from her palms as she forced herself to sit back down.

By now, Zhao Dong had reached the doorway. Xiao Liufu's face was as dark as a stagnant pool, and his murderous intent pressed down like a physical weight.

"Ready to die?" Xiao Liufu's voice was hoarse.

Instead of retreating, Zhao Dong took a step forward, crossing the threshold to stand outside. He looked Xiao Liufu straight in the eye. "That's my line."

"You're courting death!" Xiao Liufu roared, his body moving like a thunderbolt as he charged at Zhao Dong.