Qu Linglong responded with a light smile, "Okay, let's go and have a look around your turf."

The Qins' Port, Qin Heng!

By now, Qu Linglong had started to believe that this place was indeed owned by the Qin family. After all, if the CEO of Feiteng Group was so fearful, Qin Heng's identity must certainly be out of the ordinary. As for what kind of identity allowed him to buy the entire Lujiazui and rename it the Qins' Port, that was beyond Qu Linglong's imagination.

「…」

Tianhai's night view is a must-see. Especially this season. Though the shore is quite muggy, taking a cruise on the Huangpu River, enjoying the night breeze and the lights on both banks, is a delightful experience.

Of course, the most important thing is to have a beauty by your side. This wasn't for any romantic fantasy, but simply because enjoying the night view alone is terribly dull. It's only fun with a vibrant, pretty girl by your side.

Qin Heng then took Qu Linglong to the Huangpu Riverbank, bought two boat tickets, and they waited for their ship in the waiting room.

Since it was the weekend, quite a few people were taking the boat for a leisure ride. The waiting room was packed. Many couldn't even find a seat and had no choice but to stand and wait. Qin Heng and Qu Linglong arrived a bit late and naturally had to stand as well.

One handsome, the other beautiful, the pair instantly attracted many gazes upon entering. Quite a few young girls shyly stole glances at Qin Heng. He was handsome to begin with, but after reaching the pinnacle of Qi Refinement, he became even more charismatic.

Of course, Qu Linglong attracted even more attention. She was naturally beautiful, and today, wearing a simple white dress and little white shoes, she exuded the aura of a first love. Many men, young or middle-aged, couldn't take their eyes off her.

Qu Linglong's cheeks flushed slightly under their stares. Although she often received such attention on airplanes, she was usually focused on her work and didn't mind. But now, during her leisure time and feeling relaxed, their scrutiny made her somewhat shy.

Qin Heng touched her hair and smiled, "What's the matter, not quite comfortable here?"

Qu Linglong's face grew even redder. She didn't understand why Qin Heng was touching her hair; it was so embarrassing. She whispered quietly, "Yes, I'm a little uncomfortable. Other than for work, I rarely go to crowded places."

"I'm sorry, that was my mistake," Qin Heng shook his head lightly and said, "Originally, I thought watching the night view was also about the atmosphere, and it's livelier with more people. Since that's the case, I'll call someone to charter a cruise ship just for the two of us."

"Just... just the two of us?" Qu Linglong was stunned. Then, like a startled little rabbit, she shook her head repeatedly. "Let's stay with everyone else. Actually, this is nice; it's lively."

"HAHAHA!" Qin Heng laughed, seeing through Qu Linglong's thoughts. He then said, "That's fine too. In fact, I had another reason for bringing you to a crowded place."

"What reason?" Qu Linglong was somewhat puzzled. Why would he intentionally go to a crowded place? Shouldn't it be the opposite, to find somewhere with fewer people?

Pah! What kind of nonsense am I thinking! Qu Linglong chastised herself inwardly.

"To enjoy the envious looks from others." Qin Heng patted Qu Linglong's shoulder lightly, unabashedly scanned the surroundings with a smile, and said, "How could I not show off a little when I have such a beautiful girl accompanying me?"

… Qu Linglong's face reddened even further. A sweet feeling blossomed in her heart, yet at the same time, she sensed numerous eyes on her. She quickly hid behind Qin Heng, head down, clutching the corner of his clothes, too flustered to make a sound.

Such a blatant display of affection immediately enraged the surrounding men, many of whom glared furiously at Qin Heng.

"Flaunting your love like that? You'll break up soon! Don't you get it? You're asking for trouble!"

"Damn it! You already landed such a beautiful girl; do you really need to rub it in our faces?!"

"Damn it all! I just came to enjoy the night view, not to be force-fed this public display of affection! Why don't I have a girl that beautiful? What did I ever do to deserve this?!"

The murmurs rippled through the crowd. This was raw, unadulterated jealousy from their peers! Some were so envious their eyes practically turned red!

"Ridiculous! So you have a pretty girlfriend! Showing off like that? Today's your unlucky day!" Suddenly, a loud shout came from the crowd, and a tall, handsome young man approached.

This young man was over 1.8 meters tall, dressed in expensive clothes, and wore a gold watch—his entire outfit easily worth six to seven hundred thousand. His gaze swept brazenly over Qu Linglong. Then, he pulled out a check and placed it in front of her.

"Beautiful lady, you shouldn't waste yourself on this pauper. I can give you anything you desire. Spend tonight with me, and this 100,000 check is yours!"

The surrounding crowd instantly fell silent, looking incredulously at the handsome young man, while others murmured in amazement.

"Holy crap! What a big shot, just tossing out 100,000 like that! But this girl truly is Goddess-level, and so pure-looking. 100,000 for her? Definitely worth it!"

"HAHAHA! Serves him right for showing off! Still, seeing such a Goddess-level beauty with someone else... it stings, doesn't it?"

"Damn it! Why am I not the rich one?!"

The whispers continued.

Qu Linglong was so angry her face flushed crimson. Her beautiful, large eyes glared as she opened her mouth to scold the young man.

Qin Heng stopped her. He smiled slightly, stepped in front of her, looked at the young man, and said calmly, "What did you just say? I didn't catch it. Say it again!"

"Who do you think you are, daring to speak to me, Liu Tong, like that!" The young man didn't even glance at Qin Heng. Supremely arrogant and proud, he clearly didn't consider Qin Heng a threat at all and snorted coldly, "Here on the Huangpu River, who doesn't know the Liu family name? Boy, kneel and kowtow right now! Slap yourself two hundred times, and I might spare you. Otherwise, you won't be able to bear the Liu family's wrath!"

Liu Tong!

The Liu family!?

Qin Heng's expression remained unchanged, but the faces of the surrounding crowd shifted dramatically. They stared at Liu Tong in disbelief. At the same time, their gazes towards Qin Heng and Qu Linglong filled with pity.

Anyone who had spent more than a year by the Huangpu Riverbank knew of the Liu family! This was the top local snake, controlling ninety percent of the cruise and port transportation business on the Huangpu River—a business the Liu family had infiltrated back in the Republic era. For the past century, the Liu family had reigned supreme here! They even had the title of Dragon King!

Their prestige was immense! No one dared to provoke them! Even members of the four great families wouldn't dare to provoke the Liu family lightly!

Liu Tong was the direct eldest son of the Liu family. In fact, he was even referred to as the Crown Prince of the Dragon King!

Many looked at Qin Heng and couldn't help but shake their heads.

This kid...

Was definitely doomed!