81: Lin Haig's backup plan

He pondered for a moment, his tone carrying the authority of a superior.

"I've heard a little about Lu Yuan."

"He achieved success at a young age, and his actions were indeed a bit… extreme."

Lin Haige trembled upon hearing this; Chairman Zhou’s tone had softened!

He clutched at this last straw, immediately swearing an oath and pledging his loyalty.

"Chairman, please see clearly! This little bastard is a wolf in sheep's clothing, with vicious methods. If he isn't dealt with early, he will surely become a great menace in the future!"

"My Lin Family has operated in Jiangcheng for many years, and we have some assets and connections. We are willing to give everything to help the Chairman eliminate this menace and uphold the Association's prestige!"

"I only ask that the Chairman secretly assist us, even a little, to avenge my son's blood feud! Your subordinate is willing to be your ox and horse, even if it means ten thousand deaths!"

He kowtowed heavily again, blood seeping from his forehead.

Zhou Wanxiong looked at Lin Haige's humble demeanor, pleased in his heart.

On the surface, however, he feigned contemplation.

"It's still not good to directly fall out with the Yao Family."

"Moreover, several major events are approaching in the Region. The high-ranking officials of the major families have already agreed to temporarily quell all unnecessary internal disputes, prioritizing the bigger picture."

"At this critical juncture, to rashly start a conflict over a junior from Jiangcheng would likely invite unnecessary trouble."

Zhou Wanxiong's tone was full of excuses, but his eyes secretly observed Lin Haige's reaction.

Lin Haige's heart sank upon hearing this. He knew that if even Zhou Wanxiong refused to act, then his son's great vengeance, along with his own future and prospects, would truly vanish into thin air!

That little bastard Lu Yuan's talent was too terrifying. If he was given more time to grow, the consequences would be unimaginable!

Thinking of this, Lin Haige steeled his heart, a look of grim determination flashing in his eyes.

He tremblingly took out a small, completely black card from hisHuai, held it high above his head with both hands, and presented it to Zhou Wanxiong.

"Chairman!"

"That little bastard Lu Yuan possesses two gold cards!"

"One is a Light Falcon, unmatched in speed, primarily wielding lightning attack power."

"The other is a giant turtle beast, immensely large and weighing more than a thousand jun!"

"If this boy can be eliminated, these two gold cards will become ownerless!"

Lin Haige gritted his teeth, "I, Lin Haige, dare not ask for too much. As long as I can personally end that little bastard! After the deed is done, I am willing to fully entrust one of those two gold cards to the Chairman's discretion!"

"Additionally, here are fifty million star coins. It's a small token of my respect, just to honor you, Chairman!"

"I don't even need you, Chairman, to act personally. My Lin Family will use all its power to personally deal with this scoundrel! I only ask that the Chairman can provide some… assistance within his capabilities… at the critical moment…"

Fifty million star coins!

The ownership of a gold card!

As long as he provides help!

Zhou Wanxiong's heart stirred upon hearing this.

Especially the gold card!

Even though he was the Chairman of the Canglan Province Card Master Association, and his family also possessed gold cards, the allure of a gold card still made him unable to resist.

A gold card was enough to make a second-tier family rise and deepen the foundation of a first-tier family!

He immediately darkened his expression, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes, and slammed the table with a loud "bang"!

"Presumptuous!"

Zhou Wanxiong sternly reprimanded, his voice like a great bell:

"Lin Haige! How dare you! How dare you utter such lawless and ill-intentioned words in front of this Chairman!"

"Harm an Alliance-certified genius Card Master, and seize cards legally owned by others? What are you trying to do to my Canglan Province Card Master Association?!"

"What kind of behavior is this! It's simply lawless!"

Zhou Wanxiong's tone was severe and righteous, as if he truly were an upright leader of the Association.

However, when he reprimanded the words "ill-intentioned," his tone unconsciously deepened a few points, and in the depths of his eyes, a glint of greed flashed and disappeared.

Lin Haige, however, was scared out of his wits by Zhou Wanxiong's sudden thunderous rage, trembling on the ground, not daring to speak.

Just as he thought everything was over, Zhou Wanxiong's reprimand suddenly changed.

The other party slowly rose, walked to the French window, and turned his back to Lin Haige.

"This matter, do not mention it again!"

"You've traveled a long way, so you must have forgotten or overlooked many of our Card Master Association's rules and regulations."

"Come to my private study at eight tonight."

"I need to give you some 'individual tutoring' and 'reiterate' our Card Master Association's organizational discipline, as well as… how a qualified subordinate should correctly share the burden with a superior!"

Lin Haige was stunned at first, then his heart filled with wild joy!

He instantly understood the hidden meaning behind Zhou Wanxiong's words!

Individual tutoring?

Reiterate discipline?

This clearly meant he had agreed!

Moreover, Chairman Zhou was going to personally guide him on how to cleanly deal with Lu Yuan without leaving any evidence!

The matter was settled!

Lin Haige suppressed the excitement and ecstasy in his heart, and immediately kowtowed heavily.

"Thank you, Chairman, for your teachings! Your subordinate is dull-witted, but will definitely arrive on time to listen to your golden words! Your subordinate takes his leave!"

After speaking, he dared not linger any longer, respectfully backing out of the office.

Only when the heavy oak door closed again did Lin Haige straighten up.

The earlier despondency and despair on his face were gone, replaced by a sinister, triumphant smile and a murderous intent so venomous it almost overflowed from his eyes.

"Lu Yuan… Yao Family… you just wait for me!"

"Soon, I will let you know the consequences of offending me, Lin Haige, and my Lin Family!"

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