Chapter 384 383: Have You No Shame?

Once the herbs were back, Mu Lin quickly prepared them on the spot and tended to Yuan Kun and Ge Xingqiu's injuries.

Their wounds healed in no time.

When they came to, they were shocked speechless to find Tang Zhennan fawning over Mu Lin like a dog.

Just then, a group of people came walking down from upstairs.

Mu Lin continued to eat and drink, not caring what was going on.

But this group made a beeline for them.

"He Zheng, you're here!"

A handsome young man's eyes lit up when he saw He Zheng, and he spoke with great excitement.

He Zheng's expression soured, but she had no choice but to stand and face him.

"Gong Ding…"

"I was just thinking about you! On a beautiful night like this, I was just wishing you were by my side, and here you are!"

Gong Ding's eyes were filled with a fanatical craze. The sight of it made He Zheng turn deathly pale.

This was exactly how Zizi had been pestered. At least Hou Dong would throw money around to please Zizi, but this Gong Ding was nothing like that.

He expected his affections to be returned in full. If He Zheng showed even the slightest hint of rejection, Gong Ding would fly into a rage.

And Gong Ding's family background was so prominent that the slightest move from him could cause a huge stir.

It was more than her family could withstand.

Gong Ding excitedly went to the bar, got two drinks, and said to He Zheng:

"It's such a lovely night. How about we have a drink together?"

The place was a chaotic mess, but in Gong Ding's eyes, that was just how things were.

This was a bar, after all. It was normal for things to get a little crazy.

He Zheng was torn. If she had a drink with him, Gong Ding would surely press his advantage later. But if she refused, he would fly into a rage, and she didn't know if the He Family could weather that storm.

Mu Lin couldn't be bothered to pay any of this any mind. He wasn't even particularly concerned about Gong Ding pestering He Zheng.

'Romance is a matter of mutual consent. Gong Ding will get the hint after being rejected a few more times.'

So he didn't bother to interfere.

But then, Mu Lin noticed someone he recognized in Gong Ding's entourage.

Lu Jing!

He was the man responsible for demolishing Hidden Sword Manor. He had also abducted Jiang Lan with ill intent, but Mu Lin had arrived in time to stop him.

'Shouldn't he have been handed over to the Government?'

'So why is he here?'

Mu Lin rose to his feet. Making no attempt to be discreet, he walked straight toward Lu Jing.

The moment Lu Jing saw Mu Lin's face, he was flooded with unbearable memories.

"You should have been arrested. You should be in jail right now. Who let you out? Tell me, and I'll spare your life."

Lu Jing trembled uncontrollably, not daring to speak at all.

It was Gong Ding who spoke, his tone casual. "Lu Jing is my boy. I helped him out of a jam. You got a problem with that?"

Mu Lin turned to Gong Ding. "You've got a lot of pull. Your connections must be solid."

"They're decent. I have a lot of friends in Lanyang. But I don't see why I need to report such a trivial matter to you. Who the hell do you think you are?"

Mu Lin gave a cold smirk. "So arrogant. I hear your father is the chairman of the Baiju Group. No wonder you're so cocky."

Gong Ding sneered. "Since you know that, how do you have the balls to stand here running your mouth at me? You do know I can have you killed in an instant if you piss me off, right?"

Mu Lin just chuckled. Then, he suddenly lashed out, kicking Lu Jing hard. Lu Jing shuddered violently before spitting out a mouthful of blood.

He Zheng's face paled as she watched, her expression turning ugly.

She had seen fights before, but never someone like Mu Lin who would lash out with a kick at the slightest disagreement.

'That's too brutal.'

Gong Ding's expression turned utterly foul. This was right in front of He Zheng. Mu Lin was deliberately trying to make him look bad!

He wasn't just challenging his authority; he was slapping him in the face right in front of the girl he liked.

"You bastard! You've got some serious nerve! You hit my man even after you found out who I am? I guess you don't want to see the sun rise tomorrow!"

Mu Lin said, "This man is a criminal awaiting punishment. You pulled strings to get him out. Clearly, your crime is far worse than his."

Gong Ding burst into wild laughter, and the rich young masters with him were furious as well.

"Are you really asking for a death wish? How dare you talk to Young Master Gong like that?"

"Young Master Gong, don't you worry. We'll take care of this nobody for you!"

Just then, Tang Zhennan came over and said:

"Young Master Gong, please, let's all calm down! This is Mr. Mu Lin, an honored guest of Chairman He—we can't afford to offend him! For Chairman He's sake, let's prioritize peace, alright?"

"And Mr. Mu, you as well. There's no need for this to get so ugly."

Before Mu Lin could speak, Gong Ding spoke first. "Tang Zhennan."

Hearing his name, the bar owner turned back. "Yes? What can I do for you…"

But Gong Ding just swung his arm, viciously slapping Tang Zhennan across the face.

The resounding CRACK of the slap left Tang Zhennan completely stunned.

"You're nothing! And now He Zongshan dares to act up in my presence? Let me tell you something: without my family, He Zongshan wouldn't last a single day in Lanyang! Chairman He? More like Chairman my ass!"

Tang Zhennan begged, "Young Master Gong, please reconsider?"

Gong Ding said coldly, "Get lost. Stop bothering me, or I'll tear this whole place down."

Tang Zhennan's face was grim, but his position was humble and his words carried no weight. He didn't dare escalate the situation.

All he could do was swallow his grievance and focus on saving his bar.

Mu Lin was displeased. He hadn't expected Gong Ding to be so vicious, unwilling to back down even after assaulting someone.

"You're determined to protect Lu Jing? Even if it means bringing disaster upon yourself?"

Gong Ding let out a hearty, arrogant laugh. "Hahaha! What are you even thinking, kid? Lu Jing is my man. You mess with him, you're messing with me. What would people say about me if I just let that slide?"

"In Lanyang City, I've never seen anyone dare to oppose me like this!"

Mu Lin's expression wasn't pleasant, yet he spoke with a cheerful tone. "Well then, I'll just have to insist on sending him to prison!"

"You're asking to die!" Gong Ding slammed his hand on the table, sending bottles and glasses rattling.

The rich kids with him were thrilled, eagerly awaiting a good show.

In a flash, they rushed at Mu Lin, planning to use their numbers to teach him a lesson.

Without so much as a glance, Mu Lin casually waved his hand. A gust of wind from his palm sent them all tumbling to the floor, unable to even move.

Lu Jing had no chance to flee; he was pinned fast to the ground.

Unbelievable.

Gong Ding's face contorted with rage.

Mu Lin's actions were tantamount to slapping him in the face again and again.

He had no way to retaliate.

'If he could win a fight, he would've started one long ago.'

He gritted his teeth and roared to someone behind him, "Elder Wan! I'm counting on you! Make him regret the day he was born!"

Mu Lin smiled faintly. "How pathetic. Even he can't touch a single hair on my head."

Hearing this, Elder Wan's anger flared. He lunged at Mu Lin. "Enough of your boasts! You'll know what a mistake you've made when your head is rolling on the floor."

A palm struck Mu Lin's forehead.

The expected scene of Mu Lin's skull cracking open didn't happen. Mu Lin, his expression placid, met Elder Wan's gaze.

"Is that all you've got?"

Panic flooded Elder Wan's face. He stared at Mu Lin in terror. "You... you're a... a Grand..."

Before he could finish, Mu Lin raised a palm and struck him unconscious.

But that wasn't all. The residual force sent Elder Wan flying backward until he slammed heavily into a wall.

He slumped to the floor, out cold.

Everyone around them trembled in fear. Mu Lin's power was terrifying; he had sent Elder Wan flying with a single, casual strike.

Gong Ding was terrified. He knew the extent of Elder Wan's skills. If even Elder Wan couldn't beat Mu Lin, what chance did those other thugs have?

Mu Lin didn't stop. He closed the distance to Gong Ding in a few short steps and flicked a kick into his stomach.

Gong Ding was sent tumbling through the air.

He Zheng and her friends were also rattled by Mu Lin's incredible display of power, feeling only relief that he was on their side.

But now things had gotten serious. Gong Ding wasn't just anyone. Him getting beaten up wasn't a problem that could be easily resolved.

This was a huge mess now.

"Mu Lin, you're in huge trouble now!" He Zheng cried out. "There's no way I can help you smooth this over!"