Twisted Dreams-Chapter 41 - 13: What Is Power

"Fuck your mother!"

When Chen Yuqi felt scared and helpless, a loud voice drew everyone’s attention.

Zhu Dajun looked at the scene in front of him in terror.

He just left for a little while to mock his nemesis Zhou Qing.

How could it be... how could it be...

He even rubbed his eyes, not daring to believe it was real.

The female companion of that terrifying figure, being doused with wine? Being humiliated?

And Lord Death God, being called a hillbilly?

He hurried over, slapping Song Sizhe in the face with a hand like a wok.

Song Sizhe spun in place, clutching his swollen red face in shock:

"You dare hit me? Do you know who I am?!"

"Then do you fucking know who she is?!"

Zhu Dajun grabbed Song Sizhe by the neck, not stopping his slaps.

The guests were all shocked and aghast.

Beating a popular star at such an occasion?

This is bound to make headlines, isn’t it?

They glanced at the woman lying dazed on the ground, wondering if she was Zhu Dajun’s lover.

Song Sizhe, claiming to be the future Michael, was humiliated to be beaten in front of so many people.

Causing such a commotion, Song Sizhe’s agent rushed over, dumbfounded by what he saw.

Why was it that fearsome man!

Song Sizhe saw his agent and yelled:

"Manager Hong, call the police! Call the police!"

The agent trembled as he approached Zhu Dajun:

"Mr... Mr. Zhu, what did Xiaosong do to offend you?"

Seeing his agent’s demeanor, Song Sizhe finally realized something was wrong.

This was the second time he saw his agent so obsequious.

The first time was yesterday.

They went to visit a big shot called Mad Wolf.

It’s said that ruthless guy easily disposed of two people in the South Sea, smoothing over any trouble.

He suffered the consequences of being unfamiliar and too brazen with the area.

Zhu Dajun didn’t even glance at the agent.

The agent dared not speak, his legs already weak with fear.

A famous actress who offended a certain big shot fled out of town and never dared return until her death.

Everyone in the circle knew that big shot was Zhu Dajun, right?

Moreover, Zhu Dajun wasn’t just a pimp dealing in vulgarities; his media company was also well-known.

Offending Zhu Dajun in the entertainment industry was akin to digging one’s own grave!

’Step, step, step.’

As Zhu Dajun was beating Song Sizhe and silence filled the room, the sound of footsteps on the staircase was particularly noticeable.

A tall man in a black trench coat was seen walking from afar.

He wore a round hat pulled low, covering most of his face.

People didn’t understand why someone would dare join the chaos at this moment.

Li Yang, with steady steps, approached Chen Yuqi, took a tissue from his coat to wipe the wine stains off Chen Yuqi.

He pulled Chen Yuqi up, saying nothing, and walked slowly towards the door.

Everyone was astonished.

Zhu Dajun stood up for that man?

Who was he really?

Rumor had it that Zhu Dajun had significant backing in the Imperial Capital; could that person be...

They dared not think further; such big shots were not to be questioned or discussed.

Zhu Dajun quickly followed, speaking in a voice only two could hear:

"Sorry, master, it was my oversight. Let me accompany you."

Li Yang didn’t respond.

Zhu Dajun dared not speak further or follow, watching Li Yang walk further away.

Was Lord Death God displeased with me?

Killing intent gradually filled Zhu Dajun’s eyes.

He turned back, looking at Song Sizhe with indifference.

He was already a dead man.

...

A bald man chased after them in the exhibition hall plaza.

He looked around, seeing only a dense crowd.

The bald man picked up his phone and dialed a number:

"Mitsusawa, I have a major discovery.

Zhu Dajun indeed has someone backing him.

I suspect the ninja assassination failure is related to him.

That man contacted Su Yutang alone today.

Should we act?

If that man prompts a Su Yutang and Zhu Dajun team-up, it will be tricky."

On the other end of the phone, Kuroki Mitsusawa paused for a moment and said:

"Go ahead and use the secret medicine boldly. I will apply for the Longevity Pill for you.

Remember, do it cleanly!"

"Heh, rest assured about the upper ninja’s methods."

Miyamoto Zajiro hung up the phone, took a pill from his pocket, and swallowed it.

His pupils were instantly filled with bloodshot veins.

Miyamoto Zajiro closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and radar-like locked onto a direction, heading towards his target.

...

The taxi stopped by the seaside.

This was a non-commercial area, and in autumn, no one came here to enjoy the cold wind, so it was very quiet.

Chen Yuqi suddenly said:

"The greatest suffering you Crown Princes have probably endured is the bitterness of iced Americano, right?"

After Song Sizhe inadvertently ripped open her scars, Chen Yuqi temporarily harbored no desires towards Li Yang, immersed in the past.

She’s a gold digger, but she doesn’t really care about money; money is just a tool to make her appear valuable.

Li Yang didn’t say he also came from the countryside or that he was alone after his grandmother died when he was sixteen.

He simply said indifferently:

"I don’t like coffee. I hate coffee."

Chen Yuqi closed her eyes, letting the sea breeze mess up a few strands of her hair:

"Can you tell me what true nobility is?

Can you tell me what the taste of power is?"

Li Yang chuckled softly:

"The taste of power is something I’ve only recently come to understand.

How should I put it?

They are innocent, yet I can choose to pardon them; that is power.

Those with power are naturally noble."

Chen Yuqi opened her eyes, staring blankly at Li Yang.

She thought nobility was living extravagantly, partying every night, being fawned over by everyone.

Li Yang’s explanation of power and nobility was both shocking and piercingly accurate.

Chen Yuqi remained silent for a long while, then laughed self-deprecatingly:

"Indeed, I’ll always be a cheap woman; it’s fate."

Looking at Li Yang, Chen Yuqi smiled brilliantly:

"Thank you for showing me so much."

A cryptic smile formed at the corner of Li Yang’s mouth:

"Tell me your desires, and I’ll make them come true."

Chen Yuqi covered her mouth and laughed:

"You think you’re a god?"

At this moment, a clumsy Xia Country accent was heard.

"After causing such a sensation at the venue, you’re already here by the sea romancing beautiful ladies. You truly are charming."

Chen Yuqi frowned and looked behind her.

She saw a bald, muscular man full of killing intent, sneering from a distance.

In just a blink, the man swiftly appeared within ten meters.

Chen Yuqi’s mouth fell slightly open.

Is this... is this still a human?

With a cruel smile, the muscular man folded his arms:

"I am Miyamoto Zajiro. Pleasure to meet you, sir.

Today, I came specifically to send you on your way."

Regarding mysterious figures like Li Yang, the man showed some respect.

Only by killing such figures could he enjoy the ultimate thrill.

Chen Yuqi’s expression turned to panic.

It was the first time she’d seen an assassin, previously only in novels.

Novels about assassins targeting CEOs.

There really are assassins in high society!

And what kind of monster is this assassin, able to move so fast in just a moment!

Li Yang didn’t turn his head, gazing at the vast Sea Dao:

"You’re slower than I expected. This is the spot I chose for you; do you like it?"

Li Yang foolishly exposed himself in the banquet hall just to attract Kuroki Mitsusawa’s attention.

Unexpectedly, the person behind him had a strong physical presence, making an excellent undead.

Miyamoto Zajiro laughed coldly:

"I admire your courage, sir. There’s no need for mystery; it’s time to go."

Miyamoto Zajiro took out a shuriken, instantly appearing behind Li Yang.

Instinctively, Chen Yuqi reached out to block, but Miyamoto Zajiro had already thrust the shuriken forward.

Li Yang leisurely snapped his fingers.

In the void, a black magic circle appeared, a pale hand firmly grasping Miyamoto Zajiro’s shuriken.

.........

The author rambles a bit, and this doesn’t count towards the word count.

The above section about the fresh-faced young actor is modified from hearsay, nonsensical, and possibly a certain event. 𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮

The male star was unconvinced and sought revenge, but learned that the big shot they visited with their agent previously was that big shot’s subordinate, and so he became compliant.