On the other side, Zheng Jiaming shouted like a mad dog, but he secretly retreated, fearing Lin Beichen might strike suddenly. However, he quickly realized that Lin Beichen was simply standing still without making any move.

This made him despise Lin Beichen even more: "Ha, I thought you were formidable, but you're nothing but a fool. You're unaware of the impending danger. You still have time to escape now, or you'll be dead when my people arrive!"

Just then, the distant rumbling of a large truck was heard. Zheng Jiaming was overjoyed: "My savior has arrived! Lin Beichen, you bastard, you're doomed now!" He shouted in fury, as if already seeing the dawn of victory.

The surrounding spectators also grew restless, sensing the approaching storm.

Huo Xuan'Er was so nervous her chest heaved violently. She saw a green pickup truck approaching, from which four or five dozen burly men jumped out, all armed, surrounding Lin Beichen and his group.

"Kill!" The men roared aggressively.

Huo Xuan'Er was so scared she nearly fell to the ground, but Lin Beichen reached out in time to support her.

"Don't worry," he said calmly, "With me here, they won't dare to touch a single hair on you." His steadiness was as firm as Mount Tai, gradually calming Huo Xuan'Er's mind.

"Thank you." Huo Xuan'Er looked at Lin Beichen, tears glistening at the corners of her eyes, "I'm the one dragging you down. How about this, you hand me over later, since this matter involves me too. You should leave quickly, Huo Sizun values you greatly, perhaps you can escape by using his influence."

Lin Beichen was momentarily stunned, looking at Huo Xuan'Er in disbelief. The kindness of this girl surprised him.

In his life, he had encountered too many deceitful people, and at this moment, Huo Xuan'Er's kindness warmed his heart.

"What? Do you think I'm lying to you?" Huo Xuan'Er asked, puzzled by Lin Beichen's silence.

Lin Beichen smiled: "I think you're quite kind, quite interesting." His smile left Huo Xuan'Er a bit dazed, wondering why he was still flirting at this moment.

Just then, a muscular man in his thirties jumped down from the driver's seat of the green pickup truck.

He had a cigar in his mouth, wore sunglasses, and had close-cropped hair.

"Big Brother, you're finally here!"

Zheng Jiaming cheered, knowing his savior had arrived.

"Hmph, you're always causing me trouble!" Liu Jiangtong snorted coldly. He had intended to slap Zheng Jiaming but considered that this guy still had some valuable things on his hands, so he let him off for the moment.

However, this time he brought more trouble, claiming his opponent was formidable.

"Since that's the case, I happened to have quite a few brothers out training, so I brought them along."

Liu Jiangtong secretly schemed to show this arrogant kid some consequences.

"He was curious to see how capable the person opposing him really was."

"Why are you crying? A grown man like you, crying like a child, what does that look like?" Liu Jiangtong looked at Zheng Jiaming disdainfully, unwilling to waste any words on him.

Zheng Jiaming forced back his tears, tremblingly pointed at the not-too-distant Lin Beichen.

"It's... it's all because of him that I've ended up like this."

"What?!" Liu Jiangtong frowned, took a few steps forward trying to see Lin Beichen clearly. Due to the distance, he hadn't yet recognized Lin Beichen.

At this moment, Lin Beichen gracefully walked over, hands behind his back, radiating confidence and pride.

"Oh, isn't it Liu Jiangtong?"

Liu Jiangtong froze as if struck by lightning, standing still.

"Lin... Lin Beichen, sir? How could it be you?" he asked in a panic, his voice trembling.

"Surprised?" Lin Beichen sneered, his gaze full of mockery.

"Your men are quite arrogant, bullying even my friends."

"I... I just..." Liu Jiangtong stammered, unable to speak.

"Smack!"

Suddenly, Liu Jiangtong turned sharply, slapping Zheng Jiaming hard across the face.

Zheng Jiaming was already dazed, and before he could react, the slap sent him dizzy, blood spewed from his mouth, and he collapsed on the ground.

"Big Brother, you..." Zheng Jiaming looked at Liu Jiangtong in terror, unable to believe what was happening.

The surrounding spectators, including Huo Xuan'Er, were all stunned, mouths agape, unable to speak.

"How... how is this possible?" Huo Xuan'Er's fingers trembled pointing at Liu Jiangtong, her eyes filled with shock.

To her, Liu Jiangtong had always been an exalted figure, yet now before Lin Beichen, he resembled a submissive henchman.

"This world has gone mad." Someone muttered to themselves.

At this moment, Liu Jiangtong was filled with anger and fear. He knew Lin Beichen's background and power, a man even his father had to cautiously appease. He had originally wanted to curry favor with Lin Beichen, but hadn't expected his men to offend Lin Beichen's friend.

"You bastard!"

Liu Jiangtong roared, once again assaulting Zheng Jiaming. The beating sent Zheng Jiaming spinning, nearly fainting.

"Enough, stop."

Lin Beichen said calmly, halting Liu Jiangtong's violent behavior.

Of course, he knew Liu Jiangtong was doing this to please him, but he didn't need such flattering.

Upon hearing this, Liu Jiangtong immediately stopped, his face plastered with a fawning smile.

"Mr. Lin Beichen said to stop, so I'll stop."

Those present were once again shocked. They had never seen Liu Jiangtong, usually so imposing, appear so humble before Lin Beichen.

"Mr. Lin Beichen, how should I compensate you?" Liu Jiangtong asked cautiously.

"Take out twenty million, establish a fund in your name specifically to help school dropouts." Lin Beichen said calmly.

He usually punished these wealthy families by making them donate to charity, both punishing them and helping those in need.

Liu Jiangtong had been worried that Lin Beichen would have some harsh demands, but hearing that he only wanted him to give money for charity, he immediately felt relieved.

"Mr. Lin Beichen, don't worry, I have nothing but money. I'll get the fund set up immediately. Twenty million? No, I'll give eighty million!"

Lin Beichen nodded with satisfaction.

He then looked around at the dilapidated houses and continued, "The local folks living here are in dangerous housing conditions, help resolve their housing issues."

Liu Jiangtong immediately agreed, promising to handle it quickly.

Then, the local people knelt on the ground, in tears of gratitude.

"Mr. Lin Beichen, we will never forget your great kindness!"

Lin Beichen said nothing more, his priority now was finding Chen Xiongwu.

Just then, Huo Sizun also arrived at the scene. He was initially anxious, unsure of the situation, but seeing Liu Jiangtong follow Lin Beichen like a meek puppy, he understood everything.

"Mr. Lin Beichen, sorry for being late." Huo Sizun said awkwardly.

Lin Beichen glanced at him without saying much more.

"You have your own matters to attend to, I understand. Nothing else is needed from you here, you can leave."

Though embarrassed, Huo Sizun recognized Lin Beichen was offering him a graceful exit, so he promptly thanked him and left. He approached Liu Jiangtong, intending to ask for details, but Liu Jiangtong shivered, too afraid to speak.

"Brother Huo Sizun, let's not dwell on past events, it's embarrassing for me."

Seeing Liu Jiangtong's demeanor, Huo Sizun felt even more resolved to align with Lin Beichen, knowing only this way could maximize his family's interests.

Afterward, Lin Beichen noticed Huo Xuan'Er beside him and addressed Huo Sizun: