He was well-versed in psychology, and as soon as he heard their words, he had already concocted a plan.

"I've long since seen through these people's intentions, it's laughable to the extreme."

Lin Beichen contemplated to himself, understanding that these men felt humiliated being scolded by a woman in the presence of others, thus resorting to insults.

"Are you people even worthy of being called men?"

Lin Beichen suddenly stepped forward, a cold smile curling at his lips, as he directly approached the group. His eyes seemed capable of shooting lightning, exuding an indescribable aura of Evil Qi and domineering presence, leaving everyone present astounded.

Huo Ziyan's three brothers, originally the type to act arrogantly and condescendingly, were rendered speechless once Lin Beichen merely glanced at them, his overwhelming aura making them shudder.

Huo Ziyan was stunned, only now noticing Lin Beichen was actually present.

"Mr. Lin Beichen, you're here too? Why didn't you let me know, so I could come and greet you?"

Huo Ziyan suddenly took a step forward, leaning towards Lin Beichen. She hesitated briefly before extending her delicate hands to tightly clasp Lin Beichen's hand. She lifted her head, eyes full of admiration and excitement.

Lin Beichen coming to her aid was something she never anticipated. After what had happened previously, Huo Ziyan, a strong-minded woman, had already been won over by Lin Beichen. Now seeing Lin Beichen, she was as ecstatic and thrilled as a fangirl meeting her idol. Even Huo Sizun couldn't help but smile slightly.

"I never thought my niece would like Lin Beichen so much. Moreover, the way they behave and interact is so intimate."

Huo Sizun pondered inwardly, somewhat worried: "Might this bring trouble for me? Will Lin Beichen choose to side with this woman because of her beauty and stop helping me? It's entirely possible."

Huo Sizun's pupils suddenly contracted, a wave of inexplicable doubt and fear surging in his heart. Yet he seemed powerless because the so-called help was actually Lin Beichen's charity towards him. If Lin Beichen truly didn't intend to help him, what could Huo Sizun do? Could he truly stand on equal footing with Lin Beichen?

Would he dare directly accuse Lin Beichen of betraying him? It was utterly ridiculous, like a beggar complaining that the Emperor wasn't taking care of him. They weren't even on the same level, why would Lin Beichen help him?

However, evidently, he was overthinking; Lin Beichen was not as wild and amorous as he imagined. Lin Beichen indeed liked women, but everything had to serve his highest interests.

Lin Beichen slightly smiled, gently freeing himself from Huo Ziyan's hands. He didn't want to make everything proceed too smoothly and sought to avoid any potential trouble from accepting such affection.

"We meet again. Today I saw your brothers intimidating you, such a delicate woman, and I couldn't bear it."

"So I decided to lend a hand; you shouldn't mind, right? I think this counts as doing you a favor."

Lin Beichen said with a smile. Handsome as he naturally was, his sweet smile at this moment only made Huo Ziyan's heart flutter.

"No worries, I'm really grateful for your help. Who would've thought it would be you to assist me in a critical moment."

Huo Ziyan smiled, speaking to Lin Beichen.

Just then, Huo Ziyan's brothers and their henchmen quickly formed a concentric circle, enclosing Lin Beichen.

Huo Ziyan's big brother rolled up his sleeves, slowly approaching.

"Who do you think you are? Daring to meddle in our family matters; are you tired of living?"

This man sneered, his henchmen behind him brandishing steel pipes and sharp knives, ready to charge at his command.

Yet at that moment, Huo Sizun suddenly shouted. After all, he was a figure of prominence and authority within the family. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

He chuckled coldly, sweeping his gaze over everyone present with domineering intent, clearly indicating: this gentleman was his guest, who were they to challenge him?

Huo Ziyan's big brother snorted coldly, begrudgingly suppressing his anger, slowly saying:

"Second Uncle, do you truly intend to oppose us? You should've witnessed everything this man did just now, right?"

"He completely disregards our brotherhood, now even forcibly intervening in our grievances. By what right?"

"Are you going to oppose us? You should know the old man has passed away; now my brothers and I are the new family heads. Second Uncle, don't you care about your shares?"

Upon hearing such disrespectful words from his nephew, Huo Sizun also sneered. He had decided to stand by Lin Beichen anyway, unable to abandon because of these taunts.

Thus Huo Sizun spoke, his expression carrying an indescribable arrogance and domineering air.

"Who do you think you are? Ultimately, you're just my juniors. Back when your father and I started from scratch to build such a large family business, where were you wretched creatures?"

"Now what right do you have to control me? Who do you think you are? Can you control me?"

Huo Sizun coldly snorted repeatedly, then clapped his hands. He also had bodyguards here, quite numerous, and they surged forth.

The two sides' bodyguards faced off, tension palpable, ready to ignite. At this moment, Lin Beichen suddenly burst into laughter.