Even a fool can see by now that Lin Beichen's identity is absolutely extraordinary, to say the least. Otherwise, how could the fourth young master of the Huo Family stoop so low? It's known that he is infamous for his ruthlessness and brutality, definitely not someone to be trifled with.

"You've made it so complicated that I don't even know what to do now." Lin Beichen glanced at Huo Sikun, who was hugging his leg, and said indifferently, "I initially wanted to teach this clueless kid a lesson, to make him remember. But you've dropped your stance so low that if I make a move now, it would just make me look like the bad guy."

"Those who know me understand that I, Lin, am a kind person. It's just that sometimes I come across some trash, and I just want to help them correct their ways, perhaps in a slightly aggressive manner."

After saying all that, Lin Beichen reached out and lightly patted Huo Sikun's face twice, then said, "So you don't need to worry, just relax, and stop clutching my leg like it's your lifeline. A good guy like me won't kill your son."

Though Huo Yongtao is indeed a bit of a mess and really unpleasant, Lin Beichen has seen all sorts of disgusting stuff over the years. If he were to kill everyone he encountered, Lin Beichen wouldn't know how many times he'd be dead by now.

Therefore, just a little punishment is enough. Lin Beichen never truly intended to kill anyone from the start. Otherwise, to be blunt, who could withstand Lin Beichen's full-strength kick in this world?

"But, while I won't harm your son, I have to let him learn a lesson, a minor punishment with a major warning, you get it?" Seeing Huo Sikun nod repeatedly, Lin Beichen continued, "Ten million, bring out ten million to establish a rescue fund in the name of Daoism. I don't care what kind of rescue it does, but I hope next time I hear of it, some achievements have been made. Otherwise, I'll be unhappy. And if I'm unhappy, the consequences will be severe, do you understand?"

"I understand, I understand, Sikun understands," Huo Sikun nodded like a bobblehead, afraid Lin Beichen would change his mind if he were slow, "Rest assured, I will definitely handle the rescue fund as per your directions."

In Huo Sikun's view, although ten million is a lot, it pales in comparison to his son's life.

After all, he only has this one son.

As Lin Beichen was about to leave with Ren Sisi, he suddenly remembered the purpose of his bar visit, so he stopped and asked Huo Sikun, "Almost forgot, I'm here for a guy named Chen Xiongwu, do you know where he is now?"

"Chen Xiongwu?" Huo Sikun pondered for a moment, then waved to his subordinates. A young man in a suit and tie hurried over.

After a few questions, Huo Sikun turned to Lin Beichen and said respectfully, "Young Master Lin, there is indeed someone named Chen Xiongwu here, but he didn't come today."

"Didn't come?" Lin Beichen frowned involuntarily.

Seeing this, Huo Sikun quickly said, "Although that guy didn't come, my people know where he lives. If you need, I can have someone take you there."

Lin Beichen had no objections, nodded his agreement, and soon, a woman in a small suit walked over.

Huo Sikun pointed to the woman and introduced her to Lin Beichen, "This is my adopted daughter, named Huo Xuan'Er, Mr. Lin can call her Little Xuan."

He then said to Huo Xuan'Er, "This is Mr. Lin, a big shot whom even I need to rely on, quickly greet Mr. Lin?"

Huo Xuan'Er promptly and respectfully called out, "Hello, Mr. Lin."

"Hmm, hello to you too," Lin Beichen glanced at Huo Xuan'Er and said, "So, can we go now? I'm in a hurry." 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

Lin Beichen said so, and Huo Sikun naturally nodded quickly, appearing submissive.

After Lin Beichen and his company walked far away, Huo Sikun fiercely kicked Guo Yong's butt, glared with wide eyes like copper bells, pointed angrily at Guo Yong's nose: "You! I've already ordered you guys to keep your eyes wide open, never provoke this disaster! And you? You all treat my words like air! Almost got my son killed! You bunch of bastards, are you planning to leave my family without descendants?"

With those words, he kicked Guo Yong again, then, regardless of Guo Yong's pleas, directly had him dragged away.

As for this guy's eventual fate? Provoking Huo Sikun, nearly costing Huo Sikun his son, with such a grave error, what good end could he possibly have?

...

The corner tower.

From the outside, houses here are packed densely, one next to another, revealing the wear and frostiness of time.

Roughly estimating, not one of these buildings is less than thirty years old. Some have stood here for over fifty years, carrying features from their respective eras.

Walking underneath, one would feel a sense of dread, worrying something might fall from above and hit them on the head.

This isn't a joke; these houses, long neglected and unmanaged, indeed pose such hazards.

If it were elsewhere, someone would have forced an evacuation long ago. But here, no one manages it, can manage it, nor wants to manage it.

Because nearby is a large slum area, similar to Ah San district.

People living here mostly belong to the society's lowest strata, struggling even with meals, so who would care about hallway safety? It's fortunate enough to have a place sheltering from wind and rain.

Upon entering this area, a peculiar smell greeted them, making those visiting for the first time, including Lin Beichen, feel slightly uncomfortable.

Then, what caught their eyes were individuals thin and simply dressed.

Many people are here, one could say it's bustling, yet it carries a magical realism vibe.

"Eh? Xuan'Er? Why did you suddenly return?"

As they were walking, a young woman standing by the street suddenly approached, scanning Lin Beichen with surprise, then said to Huo Xuan'Er: "Who's this?"

"This is Mr. Lin, a man whom even my respected adopted father must treat with courtesy. I'm here to lead him in finding a certain significant figure."

When Huo Xuan'Er mentioned "respected adopted father," her eyes unintentionally revealed a difficult-to-conceal disgust.

Clearly, her relationship with Huo Sikun is far from simply an adopted father-daughter bond, but these have nothing to do with Mr. Lin.

He slightly nodded at the boldly dressed young woman, intending to speak, but was interrupted by a sudden voice.

"Xuan'Er, you've finally come around?"

With those words, a man dressed in a flamboyant suit, completely out of place in this setting, abruptly appeared in everyone's sight.

He casually flaunted his Rolex-adorned wrist, glanced past Lin Beichen, and said to Huo Xuan'Er: "Though a bit late, it's good you've come to your senses. There's always space for you with me, come on, hurry to my side."

With arms wide, he called out passionately: "Come, let my embrace warm your wounded heart."

Huo Xuan'Er's face turned instantly somber. She glared daggers at the man, her eyes ablaze: "Zheng Jiaming, get it right, or I swear, you'll pay the price."

Before becoming Huo Sikun's adopted daughter, Huo Xuan'Er was a resident of the corner tower, spending over a decade here witnessing numerous ugliness and disgrace.

Zheng Jiaming was an exemplary figure among many unpleasant experiences.

Just how vile was this guy? Using his strength, he gathered a gang of punks since childhood, creating trouble in the corner tower with contemptible deeds.

After their encounter, he stuck to Huo Xuan'Er like stubborn glue, making her life miserable. If not for her keen wit, she might have already fallen into his clutches.