Cosmic Demon

Chapter 219 Put the big picture first, be the ruthless one for me!

Chapter 219 Put the big picture first, be the ruthless one for me!
Inside the small red building in the central city.

Ying Lin sat in front of the television, like the most loyal fan of Qin Shi, closely following the other party's schedule.

From entry to the challenge, no detail was overlooked.

"How can this guy look so much like me!"

Ying Lin tilted his head back and drank the strong liquor in his glass in one gulp, his eyes fixed on the defeated creature in its armor, standing tall and proud in the center of the arena.

Shen Changyuan was just like that back then, shining like the sun over Hengzhou, making his peers pale in comparison.

"At least Shen Changyuan has Mo Zhenting to contend with! Qin Shi is completely invincible!"
Zhou Yuanchen was a defeated opponent, and Zhang Hai couldn't beat him either..."

Ying Lin subconsciously clenched his fist, squeezing the thick cup until it cracked.

Is He Lan Chan's lineage really that terrifying?
How did they push a poor student from an old factory street onto the huge stage of the city center?

"Luo Bing! Is everything settled?"

Ying Lin picked up his mobile phone and dialed an encrypted number.

"Young Master Ying, you can rest assured about what I do."

Luo Bing seemed to be driving; he opened the car window, and the wind rushed in, making his voice intermittent.
"We've found the people. They're from Yingzhou, and they're all unregistered residents."

Even if an investigation is conducted afterward, whether they are dead or alive, they will not be able to implicate you, Young Master Ying.

I deliberately left some clues, using Ying's Haizhou corporate account.

No matter how sincere Young Master Huang's efforts were, the disciple of the Southern Huang Martial Arts Academy was assassinated again.

Such a serious matter cannot be quelled; reconciliation is destined to be impossible.

Hearing Luo Bing speak with confidence and certainty, I realized that he was very determined.

Ying Lin's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, slowly settled down, and he praised:

"Once I leave this godforsaken place, you will be in charge of managing my family foundation account."

The wind was howling outside the car window. Luo Bing said:

"Young Master Ying, thank you for your guidance and trust over the years."

They promoted me from an unknown investment banking errand boy to my current position.

I will never forget your kindness in my lifetime!

These words stirred up memories for Ying Lin, who was deeply moved, and his eyes became unfocused.

"Yes, many years have passed in the blink of an eye. I remember the first time we met, it was in an office building in Haizhou."

At that time, I had just left my family and was preparing to join the Great Pioneer Movement.

I happened to see you, found you interesting, so I took your resume, glanced at it, and then selected you for my team..."

"That's not how it is, Young Master Ying."

Luo Bing's voice was a little hoarse.

Ying Lin frowned.

He has never liked being interrupted when he speaks.

Especially by subordinates.

However, considering Luo Bing's unwavering loyalty, Ying Lin suppressed the anger that was welling up in his heart.

"Oh?"

“That office building is called ‘Heng Hui Building’. I waited there for half a month, hoping to see Ying Shao show up and try my luck.”

Luo Bing held his mobile phone, turning to gaze at the bustling night view of the city center.

"I come from a satellite city under Haizhou. My parents barely managed to send me to university. My talent in martial arts and psionic paths is not outstanding. I can barely get into my specialty, and it's hard to go any further."

My choice of major isn't advantageous either. The best-case scenario would be to join a conglomerate as a translator or clerk, and be sent to remote areas for several years to hone my skills..."

Ying Lin gradually grew impatient; he had no time to listen to his subordinates' complaints.

“Luo Bing, let’s talk about these old stories later. You need to keep a close eye on Qin Shi. A few Yingzhou people can’t threaten him. Apart from Yu Weiwei from the Nanhuang Martial Arts Academy, the Governor’s Office will definitely provide security measures.”

Luo Bing ignored Ying Lin and continued speaking to herself:
"I waited for a long time at Heng Hui Building before I finally saw Young Master Ying. The suit I was wearing that day was borrowed from someone. I remember it very well, and I think about it every year over the years."

You didn't even look at my resume, nor did you look at me directly. You only asked me if I had ever been in the student council, and then said that the girls in our student council's etiquette department had great figures and that there was a party that night, and I could come.

Ying Lin frowned. He had a vague feeling that something was wrong. Luo Bing was usually a man of few words, so why was he rambling on and on today?
“I brought my resume again that night, but it ended up being thrown into the trash can in the living room. The reason I was able to join your team, Ying Shao, is because you discovered that I am proficient in linguistics, and I used it to help you pick up a girl from Yingzhou at the party.”

Luo Bing pursed her lips and spoke into the phone:
"Young Master Ying, from beginning to end, you are just my boss, and I am just your employee."

There is no loyalty between them. So, goodbye, Ying Shao.

It's time for us to go our separate ways.

Snapped.

After Luo Bing finished speaking, she took the initiative to end the call.

He put away his phone and looked respectfully at Ying Huang sitting opposite him.

"Thank you, Young Master Huang, for giving me a chance to prove myself."

Yinghuang held an exquisite wine glass in her right hand, turning it gently back and forth. The rich liquid swayed slowly, each time reaching the rim of the glass only to fall back down.

He didn't look up at Luo Bing, nor did he accept this "pledge of allegiance." Instead, he played this "boring game" with a playful, childlike charm.

After a moment, he finally spoke:

"I have always respected everyone equally, or rather, I have disrespected everyone equally. Because when I was very young, my mother told me a truth: it is often the most foolish thing to think of yourself as the 'master'."

The master is the superior, and superiors are always used to taking the servility and flattery of subordinates for granted.

But the latter will remember it well, considering it an act of humiliation, and when the day comes that they no longer need to depend on their superiors, they will settle accounts with them many times over!
Everything comes at a price; this is what I've learned since joining Xuyang Heavy Industries and becoming its CEO. Every time I defeat an opponent and win a match, the reason is actually quite simple: I'm good at finding 'traitors'.

Those who are most loyal, most obsequious, and believe they have given the most are the potential sources of betrayal.

Luo Bing lowered his head humbly, not daring to look directly at the first successor of the Ying family.

He considered himself very good at concealing his true feelings, but in front of Yinghuang, he was almost completely defenseless.

Completely naked, everything is laid bare!
"We will reserve a suitable position for you at the branch of Xuyang Heavy Industry."

Yinghuang picked up her wine glass and took a small sip.

"I hope that one day, your resume will be on my desk."

Don't worry, I won't throw it in the trash.

Luo Bing was startled. Although she knew this was just empty talk from those in power trying to win people over, she was still thrilled.

He slowly stood up, without turning around, and silently withdrew.

The porthole gently rose, switching to cruise mode, and the aircraft, which was slowly cruising, suddenly accelerated.

Old Li, who was standing steadily to the side, finally spoke:

“Young Master Huang, abandoning your direct descendants without the family’s permission will likely put you under a lot of pressure.”

After being reprimanded by Yinghuang, Lao Li has made his decision.

He believed that Young Master Huang, who was suspected of joining the revival faction and becoming a key member, was following the lead.

Even more promising!
"Our elders often tell us that we should always put the big picture first."

Yinghuang looked relaxed and didn't seem to care.

"Besides, what I presented was not an olive branch extended by the Ying family."

This is merely my personal expression of sincerity.

……

Even after the battle ended, Qin Shi was still savoring the decisive move that combined "swift as the wind" and "aggressive as fire."

He seemed to have vaguely grasped the threshold of his professional field and understood what the so-called "characteristics" meant.

“Amateur-level martial arts paths are still at the level of accumulating ‘attributes’. When you enter the professional level, those attributes will undergo a qualitative change from quantitative change, and begin to form a brand new ‘talent panel’.”

Qin Shi understood it this way: when he faced the hook-nosed man, the man's Reverse Killing Dragon Devour was indeed very threatening.

The moment it made its move, it firmly locked onto the user's energy, making it almost impossible to break free.

However, during the Qin Dynasty, the Hundred Forms Refinement Technique was activated, and wind and fire were combined.

In that instant, the opened divine gate merged with the other three great limits.

It elevated his spirit, allowing him to unleash a devastating attack with double the power.

"When I fully comprehend it, I will find it as immovable as a mountain, as unknowable as the shadows, and as swift as thunder."

"With the five mental states combined into one, I wonder what kind of 'domain characteristics' can be extracted?" Qin Shi clenched his fist, carefully sensing the rich heavenly light within his body.

Taking one step at a time, how long will it take to break through?

Remembering Old Zhang's advice, he felt a headache coming on.

The step of writing "The Secret Manual of the Universe's Furnace" is too difficult.

You have to be so frustrated you're about to explode before you can naturally progress to the professional level.

After dealing with the three Yingzhou people blocking his way, Qin Shi slowly gathered his energy, and after several large cycles, returned to the initial stage.

"Are you okay?"

Holvin, who had already jumped off the aircraft and was filled with apprehension, quickly asked.

"Just loosening up my muscles. Tonight's banquet was too boring, so this is a good opportunity to stretch my muscles."

Qin Shi shook his head, and the achievement "Breaking Through" lit up on the Monument panel after its evolution.

"Weapon Mastery +1? That's somewhat useful."

One of the pillars, the Celestial Being, is indeed not as generous as the others.

They only gave us a pittance.

"Absolutely audacious! Absolutely audacious!"

Holvin was furious. This was the most bustling area of the city center, and they had openly launched an assassination attempt right in the middle of a traffic artery.

They completely disregard Lord Taijun!
"I demand an explanation! The Governor will surely give us an answer!"

Holvin was almost furious; the Taian Metropolitan Area had finally managed to regain some face.

Qin Shi is not only a political achievement for the inspection department, but it can also enhance one's resume.

Absolutely no mistakes can be made!
"Brother Huo..."

Just as Qin Shi was about to calm him down, several official vehicles bearing license plates from the Central City Security Bureau arrived at full speed.

This incredible efficiency left both him and Holvin stunned.

“We received a report from concerned citizens that an illegal fight had taken place along Highway 1.”

Several senior agents from the Security Division skillfully collected the body, cleaned the area, and offered words of comfort.

"I'm sorry to have startled you all."

One of the senior agents looked apologetic.

"To attempt to assassinate the top-ranked player in our Hengzhou Top 100 Tournament in broad daylight! That's outrageous! We'll definitely investigate thoroughly when we get back... Excuse me, I need to take this call!"

The senior agent turned to the side, held the mobile terminal to his ear, and listened with an increasingly serious expression.

The call ended after a few minutes.

"Qin, I just received a tip from a concerned citizen; they provided some clues..."

Before the senior officer from the Security Department could finish speaking, Qin Shi's mobile phone, which he had left with his senior sister, began to vibrate.

"Your call, Junior Brother Qin, is from Master."

Yu Weiwei handed over the mobile terminal.

Lao Zhang?

Qin Shi raised an eyebrow, suddenly feeling that tonight's assassination attempt was some kind of signal.

He took the phone, and Old Zhang's voice was hoarse, like that of a night owl:
"Xiao Qin."

"I'm here, Teacher Zhang."

"Use your power as the successor of the Nanhuang Martial Arts Academy."

Qin Shi was slightly taken aback, then his eyes lit up, as if he understood the reason behind it.

"Master Zhang, should I be the one to collect this debt? Wouldn't it be better if you came in person?"

A hoarse, aged voice, like that of an owl, paused for a moment, then slowly emerged.

“When a person dies, everything is gone. Even if I grind Ying’s bones to dust, A Yuan will not come back to life.”

I figured this out a long time ago, but I still can't get over it.

In my youth, I encountered many extraordinary and eccentric individuals, but I lost more than I won, and I couldn't express my inner spirit.

By the time it's my turn to lord it over others, I'll be too old to lift a finger.

Qin Shi listened silently, and from the words Lao Zhang uttered, he vaguely felt a sense of loneliness and resentment.

But within this sense of disappointment lies an intense arrogance and ferocity.

"When I conquered the Star Cup, I called myself 'The Fierce Man of the Southern Empire,' hoping that others would tremble at the mere mention of my name."

When I was a child, I read a storybook and there was a phrase called "infamous for its fierce reputation," which my master said was not a good thing.

I thought it was pretty good, and then I made up my mind to be an arrogant and fierce person!

As a result, after finally making a name for himself, he was brutally beaten by Qi Wuxiang and nearly lost half his life.

A sigh came from the mobile terminal, and a deep, hoarse voice, like that of an owl, calmly said:
"I killed the direct descendants of the Ying family, kept an eye on Ying Lin so that he dared not take a single step, and made Mo Qihuan of the Education Department see the sign of the Nanhuang Martial Arts Academy, so that he could not sleep at night... I just wanted to be a big villain."

Xiao Qin, please go this way for me. In the end, the reputation of Nanhuang Martial Arts Academy depends on you.

Your reputation is more important than this old man who's practically buried in the ground.

Qin remained silent.

Old Zhang is using Ying Lin's life to pave his own way.

"Wearing armor and wielding weapons, with no taboos, this is the ultimate goal for us martial artists!"

"From this day forward, when the name of Qin Shi is heard in the Central City and among the rest of the rising stars of Hengzhou, they shall not only respect him, but also fear him!"

After saying this, Old Zhang fell silent.

Qin Shi looked at his third senior sister, Yu Weiwei, and then at the people from the Security Bureau.

He suddenly grinned and said:
“Master Zhang, just you wait and see. You once made the Nanhuang Martial Arts School famous with your fists, and I will certainly not tarnish your reputation today.”

"Okay, let's go."

……

Inside the Little Red Building!

Snapped!
Ying Lin slammed the terminal in his hand away, his eyes red, like a gambler who had lost everything.

"You ungrateful dog! Luo Bing, you ungrateful stray dog! If I hadn't taken you in, would you have been able to establish yourself in Haizhou? How dare you betray me!"

Ying Lin was filled with impotent rage and vented his emotions. He was more surprised and taken aback by Luo Bing's sudden betrayal.

He felt the treatment was good enough; someone from a satellite city outside Haizhou was able to join the team of the Ying family's direct descendants and become their private butler.

Is such grace not worthy of our loyalty?

"You stray dog! You think you're human after eating a few good meals!"

Ying Lin grabbed a square cup and smashed the television to pieces. The show was replaying a scene from Qin Shi's entrance, where he looked back at the characters.

He seemed exhausted, collapsing weakly onto the large sofa.

If Luo Bing betrays him.

So, the assassination attempt was launched against Qin Shi.

There must be a problem!

"escape……"

Ying Lin was eager to leave.

But he found himself afraid to step out of the little red building.

What if it's a trap?

They deliberately let him leave the "safe zone".

dong dong.

A very polite knock on the door interrupted Ying Lin's thoughts.

"Is anyone home? Nanhuang Martial Arts Academy brings warmth to your door."