CHAPTER 221: CHAPTER 221: INTENSE OPPRESSION

The bodyguard standing at the front wore an extremely pained expression, screaming while clutching his blood-soaked hand.

At this moment, a chilling coldness appeared on Su Ming’s face as he pulled a tissue from his pocket to wipe the blood off the knife.

The bodyguard behind him shivered involuntarily, as if plunged into an ice cellar.

Because at this moment, Su Ming looked absolutely terrifying.

He dared not step forward, unwilling to engage in a deadly struggle with someone who would pull a knife at the slightest provocation.

As the saying goes, no matter how skilled you are, you still fear the butcher’s knife.

Even with their bare hands, no matter how tall or strong they were.

Under the cold gleam of Su Ming’s knife, they were like fish on a chopping board, left at his mercy.

Seeing the bodyguard behind him hesitate to come forward, Su Ming turned his head, casting a chilling gaze toward Wu Rong.

Wu Rong, upon seeing Su Ming, instantly remembered him as the man he accidentally bumped into at the entrance of the Emperor Bar that day.

However, at this moment, Wu Rong’s face showed fear, his eyes in a flutter.

Apparently, the scene of Su Ming’s ruthless and decisive action had greatly intimidated him as well.

He immediately put on a genial smile and slowly spoke:

"Brother, let’s talk things through now; we live in a civilized society, no need for such bloodshed."

The coldness in Su Ming’s eyes was unmasked as he spoke indifferently:

"A civilized society? Was it civilized then, when you commanded two strong bodyguards to bully a weak woman, trying to force her to compromise?"

Saying this, Su Ming slowly walked forward, exposing the knife in his hand, which still glimmered faintly with a bloody hue.

He looked at Wu Rong and spoke coldly: "To deal with despicable people like you, fists and knives are sometimes the most effective, because these are the only things you fear. You only fear people like me who are ready to risk it all, isn’t that right?"

Seeing this, Wu Rong’s body trembled slightly, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

His heart was filled with strong resentment and anger!

Since childhood, he relied on his family’s powerful background, smoothly navigating through any situation.

Whether in the military or business, he was considered the most outstanding genius and leader in everyone’s eyes.

Everyone held him in awe and admiration, and never before had he been treated like an ant that could be easily crushed!

It was a tremendous humiliation, a wave of inexplicable shame, and a sense of self-respect surged through his heart.

But at this moment, Wu Rong genuinely feared Su Ming might disregard everything and fight him to the death!

It was precisely because Wu Rong had too many concerns that he couldn’t take risks like Su Ming could!

But what he didn’t know was that Su Ming had many people and things he was concerned about too.

Yet he had no choice but to risk his life against people like Wu Rong and Sheng Tianlun.

Because he was just a small figure constantly climbing up from the bottom.

He could only instill genuine fear in these so-called big figures to win a fair chance for dialogue!

At that moment, Wu Rong smiled deferentially, saying: "I understand now. You and Chairman Zhou can leave, and my bodyguards will not make things difficult for you. I can promise you that!"

Upon hearing this, Su Ming said no more but turned around and pulled Zhou Jingya’s arm, leaving the café with her.

After Su Ming left, Wu Rong couldn’t suppress his anger anymore.

He flipped the table in front of him and smashed the cups and plates on the other tables to pieces.

By now, except for the owner, all the other customers had run away, frightened by the earlier commotion.

The scene of that day at the entrance of the Emperor Bar, meeting Su Ming and Shen Mengxue, flashed back in Wu Rong’s mind.

His eyes revealed a sudden realization, and he muttered to himself:

"No wonder such a stunning beauty would cling to him like a bird to a branch; he really isn’t an ordinary man."

After saying this, a sinister smile appeared on his face, and he burst into laughter:

"Interesting, really interesting! I haven’t felt this excited in a long time. I swear, the next time I see you, I will make you pay double for the humiliation I suffered today!"

Then he spoke to his bodyguards: "Calculate the value of what I smashed and compensate the owner."

After saying this, he walked out of the café.

Su Ming and Zhou Jingya returned to the Wanhong Group afterward.

In the chairman’s office, a look of appreciation appeared in Zhou Jingya’s eyes as she looked at Su Ming.

She suddenly felt a moment of disorientation, as if seeing the shadow of Li Guoqiang from the past on Su Ming.

Reflecting on Su Ming’s demeanor in the café earlier, Zhou Jingya couldn’t help but show a curious expression.

She could never have imagined that such a slender man could exude such a powerful aura.

At the time, he managed to terrify Wu Rong, a predator who devours without mercy; it was simply incredible.

Thinking of this, Zhou Jingya’s voice softened, and she began to speak:

"Su Ming, I want to establish a special department in Wanhong to support the company’s cash flow through other channels."

At this point, her tone became firm: "And I wish to put you in charge of this department; I believe you will not let me down."

Hearing this, a look of disbelief appeared on Su Ming’s face.

He was just an assistant, and Zhou Jingya actually wanted to entrust such an important department to him.

Bear in mind, although the surface of the Wanhong Group appeared calm now, undercurrents were swirling beneath, and the situation was filled with intrigue.

Various debt and withdrawal crises were already looming over Wanhong.

If nothing was done, Wanhong’s bankruptcy and restructuring were only a matter of time.

In such a time, the new department established by Zhou Jingya in Wanhong was undoubtedly a crucial card to save Wanhong.

Su Ming did not expect Zhou Jingya to want him to lead such an important department.

Initially, he was slightly hesitant, fearing he couldn’t bear such a heavy responsibility.

But when he saw the unwavering trust and affirmation in Zhou Jingya’s eyes, he immediately made up his mind.

"Alright! Chairman Zhou, I will take over this department, and I will do a great job!"

An expression of determination appeared on Su Ming’s face as he spoke slowly to Zhou Jingya.

His voice rarely carried a hint of excitement and enthusiasm.

Because Su Ming had a premonition, this would be a major turning point in his career.

"With your words, I can rest easy."

A faint smile appeared on Zhou Jingya’s face as she responded.