Zhou Pingyong was beaming with joy, as if victory was beckoning to him, watching Zhou Rongli's family kneeling before him, pleading pitifully for mercy.
Meanwhile, over at Jiang Chen's side, Zhou Duanmei and Zhou Lianhua had been keeping a close eye on their elder brother. When they saw Zhou Pingyong meeting Shi Hao, they quickly informed Jiang Chen.
Jiang Chen glanced over but did not recognize Shi Hao, so he paid no mind and continued to examine the antiques.
"I wonder who those people are? Jiang Chen, I think you should be cautious; after all, they are military personnel," Zhou Duanmei remarked.
"What of the military? I have my own principles in how I act; no one can control me or has the right to," Jiang Chen replied nonchalantly.
"Cough, Xiao Chen, don’t speak carelessly. You must avoid conflict with the military," the elderly lady admonished sternly.
Jiang Chen smiled but did not argue with Guan Waipo. However, Zhou Duanmei and Zhou Lianhua exchanged worried glances; Jiang Chen was indeed being a bit too arrogant. No matter how capable someone was, once they clashed with the military, there would surely be dire consequences.
Jiang Chen was truly reckless and brash, speaking as if he were above everyone else, untouchable.
"Rongli," Zhou Duanmei signaled her sister with her eyes, suggesting that Zhou Rongli should advise her godson to tone it down; young people should not be too ostentatious.
"It's fine," Zhou Rongli replied with a smile, appearing quite carefree.
Zhou Duanmei and Zhou Lianhua exchanged glances, growing increasingly anxious. Looking at Jiang Chen's demeanor, it seemed he had no regard for authority—even the military appeared to be beneath his notice. Such a personality was indeed dangerous.
Nevertheless, Jiang Chen's family remained unfazed, and they felt it inappropriate to say much more. They had already chosen to stand by Zhou Rongli's family; until matters were settled, they had to brace themselves for whatever might come.
After finishing his conversation with Shi Hao, Zhou Pingyong returned to the exhibition hall, this time radiating confidence and energy. Seeing Jiang Chen's family still leisurely admiring the exhibits made him feel it necessary to "show off" a bit; otherwise, when Shi Hao's superior arrived and subdued Jiang Chen's family directly, he would miss his chance to shine.
"Rongli, it's bad news; my brother is coming."
"From the looks of my brother, he seems quite confident. He wouldn’t really convince the military to deal with Jiang Chen, would he? Rongli, we must not underestimate this! Miss Yue, you need to think of something too!" Zhou Duanmei and Zhou Lianhua said anxiously as they saw their brother approaching.
Yue Hui couldn't help but chuckle and said, "With him? He thinks he can take on Mr. Jiang? Ha! What a delusion."
Zhou Pingyong and his companions strode over arrogantly.
"Mediocre! Are you serious? You've disappointed Mom greatly," the elderly lady said with a heavy heart as she stepped forward.
"Mom, I'm doing this for your sake and for the good of our family," Zhou Pingyong replied. "Rongli, I forgot to tell you—I just spoke with Shi Da Xiao. Your son's matter doesn't fall under the jurisdiction of the military or police; Huaxia has specific agencies for managing such cases. This just shows your family's bad luck. Soon Shi Da Xiao's superior will arrive—he happens to be a general who specializes in managing individuals with abilities like your son’s. Don’t think that just because you know some tricks or martial arts you can do as you please; princes are punished equally with commoners when they break the law—those with abilities face even harsher penalties. When Shi Da Xiao's superior arrives, let’s see how arrogant your family can remain," Zhou Pingyong sneered.
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