Volume 4: Hidden Struggles, Chapter 80: The Devil Appears

“Manager Wang, when I came to book this private room, you said there were important guests. I thought some big shot had arrived, but later I heard it was just a bunch of worthless students—no real important guests at all. And when they came in, it turned out to be these little scumbags. You better give me a proper explanation today, or else…” Li Shichu said arrogantly, blending accusation with threat.

Facing the accusation, Manager Wang remained calm. He didn’t take Li Shichu seriously—a brat who acted recklessly relying on his family’s power. No matter how strong his backing was, it wouldn’t matter here. Otherwise, even throwing a brick in the capital could hit an official, and their reputation would be ruined!

Though Glory feared no force, in business, harmony brought profit, and they adhered to the principle of mutual benefit. Usually, they would accommodate the demands of high-ranking officials if possible, and even with those little brats, they tried to give them some leeway—it was better for everyone.

But this was an ordinary situation; today was different. Hearing Li Shichu’s words enraged him greatly. For the Xuanji Sect, each generation of sect leader was like their spiritual leader, holding a sacred and inviolable status in their hearts. For Li Shichu to dare insult the sect leaders whom they had revered for thousands of years was enough to deserve death eight times over!

Given his status, he shouldn’t have to personally manage the restaurant at night, but he heard the new sect leader was coming, along with strange rumors about him. These rumors had spread within the sect since its founding, through the experiences under the old sect leader, especially the legendary battle in Hong Kong where the sect leader led his martial brothers to such glory that one of Europe’s three great powers, the Norse God of War, was defeated and died. Not to mention his success in business, amassing over ten billion and taking control of the Oulijia Bao Group.

So, he had made special arrangements today, hoping the arrival of the new sect leader would be a true “honor”! Yet, despite his anger over today’s incident, he couldn’t make any decisions. His ultimate superior, also the main figure in this conflict, sat there without showing any reaction.

Unintentionally, Manager Wang glanced at Chu Tianyu. Chu Tianyu didn’t even lift his eyelids but nodded slightly, as if saying it was up to him to decide, and as if telling him not to worry about anything.

Having managed Glory for so many years, Manager Wang was highly skilled at reading people’s expressions. He could probably figure out what the sect leader meant.

The manager bluntly said, “Young Master Li, our Glory has always upheld basic integrity in doing business. Since someone else has already reserved this private room, of course we have no right to give it to you. As for what you call them ‘wretched students,’ I have no idea. All I know is that they are currently our Glory’s most honored guests! As for your behavior and words, I think even Mayor Li himself wouldn’t want to see such things!”
“Damn it! Ungrateful wretch. It’s just a lowly waiter—just because I give you face by calling you ‘uncle,’ do you think you can get arrogant? If you don’t make them give up the room today, we’ll see what happens…” Li Shichu said arrogantly.
“Oh, is that so? Having a nephew like you for free would only tarnish my reputation! No need to wait—please leave now!” With that, Manager Wang, who had always maintained a polite demeanor, suddenly roared in anger.
At the same time, a dozen or so security guards from the restaurant surrounded Li Shichu and his group.
Li Shichu trembled, shocked by Manager Wang’s loud roar. Seeing the clearly well-trained and tough Glory security guards, he stammered, “You… you’re really good…” and couldn’t say anything else.
A cowardly brat like him, who had no real skills, would end up just as pitiful once he realized the protection he relied on was useless—just like Wang Shengyi, who had been beaten by Bai Lei and others every day.
“Xiao Dao, blow the whistle!” Leopard Brother beside Li Shichu shouted.
“Boss, blow what whistle?” Xiao Dao asked foolishly.
“Damn it!” Leopard Brother slapped him on the back of the head and growled, “Blow the damn whistle! Call all my guys over. Today, I’m going to wreck this place!”
“Yes, boss!”
“Forget it, Leopard Brother. Let’s give up today; there will be other days!” Li Shichu quickly tried to persuade him, glancing sharply at Manager Wang at the same time.
Leopard Brother wasn’t stupid either. He thought he could act arrogantly in such high-end places by following a mayor’s son, but after being stopped twice by Li Shichu, and with Manager Wang showing no sign of giving in, he realized this restaurant was no ordinary place—its background must be complicated!
Since those two guys Li Shichu said he wanted to teach a lesson to could also afford to dine here, they were probably not someone he could afford to provoke. But since he was used to bullying others in front of Li Shichu, he naturally had to bluff a bit—otherwise, he wouldn’t even be able to survive!

So Brother Leopard took the opportunity to back down, still forcing out harsh words: “Damn it, I’m showing mercy to Young Master Li today. Otherwise, huh, I’ll really make things tough for you!”
Li Shichu also knew that this wretched guy was completely defeated today, so he didn’t want to get entangled further with the people in the restaurant. He just shouted at Chu Tianyu and the others at their table, “Chu, you’re lucky today. If you’ve got guts, don’t leave this restaurant—otherwise, you’ll bear the consequences!”
“And these little ladies, eat more now. Later, I’ll have many brothers here, and if you’re too weak, you won’t be able to serve us!” Brother Leopard said sarcastically.
Bai Lei really couldn’t stand such scumbags either. He said, “You guys are truly despicable! Even I, who’s used to dealing with scumbags, can’t help but feel the urge to beat you up! Forget the entrance—let’s do it now. I’ll take on each of you one-on-one!”
As he spoke, Bai Lei rolled up his sleeves and stepped forward, but before he could move, Chu Tianyu gently held him back. Then Chu Tianyu stood up and walked forward, seemingly saying to Bai Lei, “Stay calm! Why bother reacting to them? Remember, impulse is the devil! Calmness is an angel…”
Before the word “angel” faded, everyone in the room, including Li Shichu’s group, still didn’t understand what Chu Tianyu intended to do by falling to the ground. Suddenly, his calm tone shifted, and he shouted, “But today, I’ll be the devil!!!”
After saying that, Chu Tianyu moved like a rabbit, flashing in front of Brother Leopard and delivering the first move of Military Boxing. The punch wasn’t fast, but to Brother Leopard, it was fast enough to strike his abdomen hard before he could react. He immediately felt an explosion in his dantian and collapsed to the ground, unconscious.
After landing that successful strike, Chu Tianyu didn’t stop. As he moved, he executed a full set of Military Boxing moves. To others, it seemed like casual punches, but to Manager Wang, it was masterfully executed—each move perfectly natural!
By the time Chu Tianyu used the seventh move of Military Boxing, seven more bodies lay sprawled on the ground. Aside from Li Shichu and the girls they brought, Brother Leopard and all his men were out cold!

Manager Wang saw clearly that these people had undoubtedly been struck in the dantian by the sect leader, rendering them useless for life! It seemed the sect leader had some restraint, limiting the injuries to internal ones with no blood spilling. To onlookers, it looked as though Chu Tianyu had simply gone over and had a “normal” fight with them. After the fight, Chu Tianyu didn’t pause but rushed straight in front of Li Shichu, closing the distance until they were only an apple’s length apart before stopping. He then said coldly, “You’d better scram away quietly and stay out of my sight. Otherwise, not even your father, the mayor, or your grandfather in the military committee can protect you! Get lost!!!”

The black dragon energy within Zhou also seemed to emit a powerful aura with that word “get lost,” instantly hitting Li Shichu. Li Shichu, already feeling extreme fear with trembling limbs, was knocked to the ground by this sudden attack and rolled several times!

The people at Li Rou’s table were utterly stunned. Not only had Chu Tianyu knocked those men down as if it were a child’s play, but now a single word “get lost” had scared the once arrogant Li Shichu into actually leaving—it was unbelievable!

At the repeated calls from the girl beside Li Shichu, Li Qing got up without looking back and left. The shadow of a life-threatening danger still hung over him. That unparalleled presence seemed to have entered his body, making his heart tremble. He knew he would never forget this feeling in his life and dared not face Chu Tianyu again…

Chu Tianyu was also struggling to suppress his impulses, feeling as though the black dragon energy within him was uncontrollable and directly affecting him.

After Li Rou triggered the restlessness of the black dragon energy in the car, it was temporarily suppressed, but this time it felt different from before. It wasn’t something that could be resolved by simply using energy to regulate it. Instead, it was like the pressure before a volcanic eruption, extremely uncomfortable.

Especially after the recent provocation, the restless black dragon energy found an opportunity to break free, leading to what happened just now. Otherwise, Chu Tianyu would never have killed someone in front of everyone. Although he was trying to avoid bloodshed by restraining himself, acting like this in front of Li Rou and the others still felt somewhat inappropriate.

Now, Chu Tianyu could barely suppress the dragon energy anymore, his chest filled with desire and violence, wanting to vent and engage in slaughter.

Fortunately, Chu Tianyu was facing away from Li Rou and the others. His face was already flushed red, with a layer of dark aura seemingly hovering over it. Manager Wang, standing nearby, saw it clearly and hurriedly whispered, “Champion, what’s wrong with you?”
Chu Tianyu forced himself to control himself, waved his hand, and said with rapid breathing, “Help me greet them. I’ll head ahead first!” Without waiting for Manager Wang’s reply, Chu Tianyu quickly rushed downstairs!