As Lin Chen's gaze met Long Mengyu's, she recalled that day when he descended like a war god from the heavens, shooting down the pirates who had kidnapped her.

With Lin Chen's prowess, these people couldn't touch him at all. Long Mengyu nodded confidently, "Alright. I'll leave first."

She glanced at Liang Haoming, snorted coldly, and said, "You reap what you sow! You will regret today's choices!"

Sweeping her gaze around, she declared with authority, "The Long Family's projects will be fully entrusted to the Lin Group. If you wish to collaborate with us, discuss it with Young Master Lin!"

By saying this, she provided Lin Chen with a guarantee. Those wanting to collaborate with the Long Family wouldn't trouble the Lin Group; they might even offer some benefits.

After Long Mengyu left with her people, Liang Haoming didn't hold back anymore, but there was no need to draw guns again.

"Seize him! Bring him to me and make him kneel before my son to apologize!" Liang Haoming aimed his gun at Gu Ruohan, signaling the bodyguards to act.

Upon his command, the bodyguards near Lin Chen immediately moved toward him.

Gu Ruohan, with a gun pointed at her, showed no hesitation and was about to charge forward.

However, at that moment, Lin Chen moved first.

He was like a shadow, darting forward, and in an instant, two bodyguards were sent flying.

Liang Haoming felt his hand suddenly empty, followed by Lin Chen's cold voice in his ear.

"You deserve to die for insulting me, and even more so for insulting my wife!"

"I'll give you one last chance: kneel before my wife, kowtow a hundred times until you bleed, and I'll spare your life!"

Lin Chen's expression was icy, revealing no emotion.

Liang Zhu felt a cold sensation at his temple, realizing that Lin Chen was pressing a gun against his head.

Cold sweat dripped down Liang Haoming's forehead. Lin Chen's speed was too fast; even with some martial arts background, he could see Lin Chen was extraordinary.

However, knowing Gu Ruohan was present, he had prepared for this. Once Elder Zhang arrived, the situation would be under control.

With Lin Chen's gun against his head, Liang Zhu trembled uncontrollably. If not for his father's presence, he might have wet himself in fear.

"Lin Chen! I don't believe you dare to shoot!" Liang Zhu looked at his father, refusing to believe Lin Chen would actually pull the trigger.

"Lin Chen! I'm telling you, even with War God Gu protecting you, you're doomed today!"

"After you're dead, I'll bring Murong Qingcheng back to the Liang Family, and the humiliation you gave me, I'll repay her a thousandfold!"

Lin Chen's eyes narrowed slightly. Since he was courting death, there was no need to talk further or apologize.

"Bang!..."

The gunshot shocked everyone present.

"Ah!..."

Liang Zhu widened his eyes in disbelief, clutching his knee.

Liang Haoming's heart tightened. He wanted to intervene, but seeing Lin Chen's gun once again aimed at his temple, he dared not move.

"Lin Chen! If you dare kill my son, I'll make sure you die a horrible death!" Liang Haoming gritted his teeth, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth.

Lin Chen chuckled, his gaze shifting to the doorway.

"You're waiting for someone, aren't you? I'll give you that chance."

As soon as Lin Chen finished speaking, a figure appeared at the door—a white-haired old man.

Seeing the old man's appearance, everyone present felt a chill run down their spine.

"This kid?" The white-haired old man's hawk-like eyes landed on Lin Chen.

Seeing Liang Zhu's dog-like state, he knew Liang Haoming had called him to deal with this person.

Without a word, he exerted force with his feet, charging toward Lin Chen like lightning.

Since he was here, he wanted to finish the task quickly and return to his enjoyment.

However, when he was ten meters away from Lin Chen, a delicate figure flashed out, blocking the white-haired old man's path.

Gu Ruohan, who had darted forward, threw a punch at the white-haired old man.

"Boom!"

The white-haired old man met her punch with his own, and the terrifying shockwave swept in all directions.

Like a hurricane, it swept through the banquet hall, knocking over guests who were too close!

The two collided, and the white-haired old man was pushed back a step, while Gu Ruohan was forced back three steps.

It was clear to everyone that Gu Ruohan had suffered a loss; she was defeated!

"This person is terrifying! Even War God Gu isn't a match!"

"This is the Northern Border War God, War God Gu! Even among those of the same level, she rarely finds an equal. Yet she lost here? This person is incredibly strong!"

"No wonder the Liang Family head dares to confront War God Gu. The Liang Family has such a powerful backing!"

Gu Ruohan steadied herself, spitting out a mouthful of blood, her beautiful eyes landing on Liang Haoming.

"It's you!" Gu Ruohan recognized the white-haired old man and exclaimed, "White-Haired Demon! The third-ranked White Demon from beyond the borders, Xie Tu!"

For Gu Ruohan to be titled War God, her strength was naturally formidable. With Grandmaster-level prowess, she had single-handedly resisted eight war gods from eight nations, ultimately earning her title in the final battle.

To defeat Gu Ruohan, the strength of this White Demon, Xie Tu, was evident.

"Hmph! The Northern Border War God is nothing special." Xie Tu snorted disdainfully, looking at Gu Ruohan with contempt.

Gu Ruohan's cold eyes met Xie Tu's, and she couldn't utter a word. Xie Tu's strength surpassed hers.

Though both were Grandmasters, Xie Tu was two levels higher.

Cultivating martial arts strengthens the body through Body Refining and Qi Refining. Martial artists are divided into nine ranks, spanning from the ninth grade up to the first.

A first-grade martial artist stands at the absolute apex, yet even they cannot transcend the shackles of mortality. Only by shattering these shackles can one ascend to become a Grandmaster of a generation.

Those who became Grandmasters were exceptionally talented, individuals of great determination.

Gu Ruohan was a fifth-grade Grandmaster, while Xie Tu was a seventh-grade Grandmaster, naturally far superior.

A seventh-grade Grandmaster was already a top-tier expert in Yan City. With such a formidable figure, no wonder the Liang Family dared to defy Miss Long San and confront Gu Ruohan head-on.

Seeing Xie Tu arrive, Liang Haoming immediately gained confidence, finally relaxing his tense heart.

"War God Gu, this kid is doomed today." Liang Haoming glared at Lin Chen with a sinister expression, "The Liang Family will kill this kid, and no one can stop us!"

Xie Tu sneered coldly, glancing at Gu Ruohan, "If you don't want to die, get out of the way!"

"In consideration of your status as the Northern Border War God, if you don't want to die, return to the Northern Territory immediately."

Gu Ruohan felt aggrieved, clenching her fists. She couldn't defeat Xie Tu, but even if it meant death, she couldn't step aside.

She took a deep breath, resolutely standing between Lin Chen and Xie Tu, showing no intention of moving.

Seeing Gu Ruohan's choice, Xie Tu sneered disdainfully, "You really don't understand the vast gap between us."

"The difference of one grade between Grandmasters is unimaginable, and each major level is a divine punishment!"

From first to ninth grade, every three grades formed a major realm. Xie Tu was a seventh-grade Grandmaster, two grades higher than Gu Ruohan, separated by an entire major realm!

Xie Tu took a step forward, unleashing a terrifying pressure toward Gu Ruohan.

Gu Ruohan was immediately overwhelmed, unable to withstand it, and involuntarily retreated.

However, at that moment, she felt a warm sensation from behind, followed by Lin Chen's gentle voice.

"You're not his match. Let me handle this."

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Before she could react, she saw Lin Chen walking toward Xie Tu, and soon he was standing before him.

"Slap!"

Lin Chen didn't use a gun; with his left hand, he slapped Xie Tu across the face, the sound shocking everyone present.

Liang Haoming was dumbfounded, and everyone at the banquet was stunned.

War God Gu wasn't Xie Tu's match, yet Lin Chen had directly slapped Xie Tu!

How could Xie Tu not dodge Lin Chen's slap?