Chapter 9: Who Dares to Fight on My Turf?

The cold words pierced the air, igniting the atmosphere to the breaking point.

At that moment, Zhao Dongqiang was dumbfounded. Having served many years as the HR manager, this was the first time anyone had spoken to him in such a tone.

Did this man before him not know who he was?

Was he unaware that Zhao held the power to fire him with a mere gesture?

Just because he was brought in by Li Yuyan, did he dare act so arrogantly?

In an instant, Zhao Dongqiang exploded in fury. “You bastard, do you think throwing around harsh words can intimidate me?”

“I’m telling you, you’re finished.”

“You want to lay a finger on me? Do you think you’re worthy? Damn right you’re not!”

“Do you know who I am? Do you know who’s behind me? You think because you’re Li Yuyan’s man, you can just—”

Clang—

A flash of white light streaked through the air.

In Guan Sheng’s hand, a short half-arm blade suddenly appeared, instantly pressing against Zhao Dongqiang’s throat.

With the blade present, Zhao immediately fell silent.

His eyes stared fixedly at the edge of the blade, bulging as sweat poured from his brow.

Guan Sheng’s voice was cold and sharp: “Say one more word of nonsense, and you die.”

Zhao Dongqiang’s heart pounded wildly.

Such a fierce killing intent, so direct and overwhelming, left him stunned.

In the past, he would have stepped back without hesitation.

But now, standing in the Security Department, in front of so many people, if he backed down, how could he maintain any authority within the company?

Steeling himself, Zhao snapped back angrily: “Who do you think you are acting like this?”

“You think you’re some big shot?”

“If you’ve got the guts, try touching a finger on me!”

Before he finished, he hadn’t even processed the words when Guan Sheng threw him to the ground with a loud bang.

Pain seared through his back. Just as he tried to get up, Guan Sheng’s foot pressed down on his head.

Everyone held their breath at that moment.

Zhao’s heartbeat quickened. Could this guy really be serious?

Shaking with fear, his eyes caught Guan Sheng’s raised blade.

The sharp edge instantly sliced through his jacket, the suffocating sensation of death crashing over him like a tide.

Blood splattered out violently.

Zhao screamed in agony, looking down at his chest where the blade had already pierced deep.

“No… no…”

His face turned deathly pale — he had never imagined Guan Sheng would actually dare to strike a killing blow.

In a daze, it was as if he saw Death beckoning him.

But—

At that moment—

“Stop.”

A crisp voice rang out at the door.

Li Yuyan appeared, alarmed, rushing over.

With that command, the blade retracted.

Guan Sheng looked coldly at Li Yuyan and said, “Why have you come?”

Li Yuyan quickly helped Zhao Dongqiang up, who was bleeding from his chest, her brow furrowed deeply.

She had known something would go wrong.

If she hadn’t arrived in time, today might have truly ended in tragedy.

At this moment, Zhao Dongqiang was pale and shaken, his legs trembling uncontrollably.

Though the wound wasn’t fatal, it was enough to instill a profound terror of death.

“Miss Li…” Zhao’s voice trembled. “He… he tried to kill me.”

Li Yuyan didn’t want to make a scene. “Don’t speak. Go to the infirmary first.”

“Old Zhang, call two men to escort him.”

“Right, right,” Old Zhang hurriedly called two strong security guards to help Zhao Dongqiang leave.

After Zhao was taken away, Guan Sheng continued, “That guy deserves to die for offending me on my turf.”

Killers had a fierce sense of territoriality.

If this had happened in Assassin City, Zhao Dongqiang would have been dead many times over by now.

Before Li Yuyan could say more, Old Zhang returned and defended Guan Sheng: “Miss, I testify, it was General Manager Zhao who first humiliated Minister Guan.”

Li Yuyan glanced at Old Zhang, then pulled Guan Sheng aside. “I know Zhao Dongqiang isn’t a good man, and I know you’re powerful and temperamental.”

“But this is the Dragon Kingdom. You can’t just kill people at will.”

Guan Sheng fell silent for a moment. “I won’t get into trouble. I only kill those who deserve it.”

Li Yuyan spoke earnestly: “Then think about us. We’re married now. You can’t only consider yourself.”

After a moment’s thought, Guan Sheng nodded. “Alright.”

“I’ll try not to kill.”

“At worst, I’ll just cripple them.”

Li Yuyan was speechless.

She turned to Old Zhang. “Old Zhang, there’s an important client at the door being held up by the barriers. Go open it for them.”

“Yes, Miss!” Old Zhang nodded and left immediately.

With that, Li Yuyan didn’t linger. She turned and left to prepare for the meeting with the client.

Once she was gone, Guan Sheng’s gaze swept over the security guards.

“What are you all standing around for?”

“Horse stance for one hour, all of you squat down properly.”

“If you don’t do it right, no dinner for you.”

He was extremely strict with these men.

But it was for their own good.

After the earlier incident, everyone realized that this new head of security was truly ruthless.

Anyone who dared disobey him would likely be severely disciplined.

With that thought, everyone immediately assumed the horse stance, unwilling to share Zhao Dongqiang’s fate.

But with such a fierce boss, would their future days be any easier?

“Sigh, with such a living tyrant here, we’re probably in for hard times every day.”

“Tell me about it. Did you see Minister Guan’s eyes just now? Scary as hell!”

“Nowadays, even making a living as a security guard is such a struggle.”

“…”

Unconsciously, a feeling of awe toward Guan Sheng grew quietly in everyone’s hearts.

Noticing this, Guan Sheng wondered why they were all so afraid without much pressure from him.

Just then, the two guards who had escorted Zhao Dongqiang returned in a panic.

“Minister, bad news!”

“Old Zhang got beaten.”

“What?” Hearing this, all the guards squatting sprang up, anger flashing across their faces as they demanded answers.

“What happened?”

“Why was Old Zhang attacked?”

“Who did it?”

One guard explained: “Old Zhang went to the entrance to help with the barrier for the VIP’s car. As soon as the car arrived, the driver jumped out and kicked Old Zhang down, then kept kicking him over a dozen times.”

“What are you waiting for?”

“Go to the entrance now!”

“…”

Before Guan Sheng could say anything, the group charged out of the office like soldiers rushing into battle, heading downstairs.

Seeing this, Guan Sheng’s heart trembled slightly.

“Master… is this what you meant by respect?”

He seemed to understand something yet not quite.

He only remembered his master saying: When you no longer understand what you’re thinking, just follow your heart.

Instinctively, Guan Sheng rose and headed downstairs.

Upon arriving at the entrance, he found the old security guard Old Zhang curled up beside the security office, his face covered in blood and bruises.

“Old Zhang…”

“Old Zhang…”

All the guards hurried over and helped him up.

“Old Zhang, how are you?”

Seeing the crowd, Old Zhang waved them off. “I’m fine. Still alive.”

A young guard clenched his fists. “This is downright bullying.”

“Driving a fancy car doesn’t make you a big shot. How could they beat someone like that?”

“He’s just a driver! How could he do that?”

Others voiced their indignation.

“That’s right! Just a chauffeur — no reason to hit someone!”

“We can’t let this go. We need an explanation.”

“Exactly, we demand an explanation.”

“…”

Seeing their anger, Old Zhang hurriedly said, “Enough, enough.”

“Don’t get worked up and make a big scene. I’m just an old man. A few hits won’t hurt.”

“They’re VIPs; this concerns the company’s project. We have to look at the bigger picture. I’m fine.”

*Cough cough!*

“…”

He coughed up a lot of blood as he spoke.

Old Zhang thought of the company first, ignoring how seriously he was hurt.

But Guan Sheng narrowed his eyes. Though Old Zhang insisted he was fine, one of his ribs was broken!

Having carried out so many missions and seen countless dead and wounded, if Guan Sheng couldn’t tell this, he might as well not live.

After hearing Old Zhang’s words, Guan Sheng seemed to understand something anew.

A person who is respected must have merits.

But swallowing one’s pride for the greater good? Guan Sheng could not do it and would not stand for it.

“No one has the right to lay a hand on my people on my turf!”

While everyone was seething for Old Zhang, Guan Sheng turned and strode back into the building, heading straight for Li Yuyan’s office.

VIPs?

Before Guan Sheng, even the King of Heaven would have to kneel down!