The misunderstanding was cleared, and Alberta was taken away.
No one knew whether he had fallen into the hands of the Deputy Mayor of Mo City, the bodyguard team of An Group, or Domit.
In any case, what awaited him was certainly not a pleasant fate.
Bai Yan was too lazy to care about Alberta’s life or death; he wasn’t even qualified to be sacrificed by him, just a worthless scum.
After exchanging pleasantries, Deputy Mayor Nigel left with his people. Although he wanted to continue chatting with Bai Yan to forge a good relationship, he had more important matters to attend to now.
He needed to personally speak with An Yan and also discuss upcoming investment projects with the Mo City branch of Shen Zhou Group.
President An had previously stated that if he could lead the team to rescue Bai Yan, an investment project of twenty billion Australian dollars, including real estate, urban welfare, park development, hotel construction, and new apartment and villa projects, would not be an issue.
Moreover, the subsequent investable proposed assets would be over fifty billion Australian dollars!
Such is the financial prowess of Shen Zhou Group.
You saved my family man, I give you the political achievement you want!
No matter who rescued Bai Yan, President An wouldn’t go back on the investment project, right?
Deputy Mayor Nigel pondered; he had made up his mind that no matter the outcome, he needed to reassess Bai Yan’s identity and status.
Perhaps a shout-out to Mo City University would be in order, and the title of the best international student of this session could be awarded to Bai Yan.
Or maybe add a few titles like "City Friendship Officer," "Ambassador of Friendship between Two Countries," "Most Popular Hua Xia Person in Mo City," and so on?
It is said that graduating from a university in Hua Xia requires adding points based on some awards and titles, which can positively impact graduates’ futures. Although he’s not sure if Bai Yan likes these things, it shouldn’t disgust him, right?
Alright, that’s settled!
After Deputy Mayor Nigel left, Bai Yan received a call from An Yan.
President An was still her iceberg-like self on the phone, sounding indifferent, but the tone of concern was more than evident, which Bai Yan found a bit odd.
Big sister, I’ve already hooked up with your little sister; you can’t fall for me, your brother-in-law, can you?
Maybe I’m overthinking it?
After hanging up the phone, Bai Yan mulled over what this beauty from An University was thinking.
Soon after, Domit and Jinx also left quickly as they had already caused quite a scene today. Since their master was safe, Domit needed to deal with subsequent matters.
However, before leaving, Domit respectfully handed Bai Yan a document detailing all of Domit’s forces and wealth distribution in Mo City.
My things are my master’s things.
This was Domit’s mindset; he dared not and didn’t wish to hide anything from Bai Yan.
Bai Yan accepted with a smile, sitting on the sofa in the casino, flipping through the information Domit had given him.
It turns out, this Blood Clan member was quite capable. In Mo City, the armed forces obeying him numbered over two hundred, with the Blood Cup Mercenary being the most elite force among them. His assets exceeded ten billion Australian dollars, and his numerous real estate projects, villas, apartments, hotels, bars, nightclubs, and other immovable properties were countless.
What’s more valuable is that Domit also had shares in a world-class mercenary school, being the second-largest shareholder.
In short, if Bai Yan could assimilate and absorb Domit’s power, he could build a formidable underground force truly his own in a short period!
And not just a small-time operation in Mo City, but on a global scale.
Of course, this was just an initial idea from Bai Yan. To implement it, he would need to proceed step by step; many things couldn’t be rushed.
After all, one can’t eat a big fat man in one bite; whatever you do, you need to lay a solid foundation.
Meanwhile, Bai Yan was lost in thought when Boss Wang came over with a big smile, holding a glass... of plain boiled water, and placed it courteously in front of Bai Yan.
There was no help for it; he didn’t know what Brother Bai liked to drink, so he could only serve plain water.
"Brother Bai, I just mentioned to you some matters concerning the Chinese Association."
Boss Wang pondered for a moment and said solemnly, sitting in front of Bai Yan, "I will thoroughly investigate and give you an explanation! I will definitely catch the mastermind behind this while also purging the Chinese Association of those with ill intentions!"
Bai Yan was startled, then smiled.
He knew Boss Wang was referring to the earlier kidnapping incident by Li Feiwen, and by saying this, Boss Wang was also making a statement.
He hoped to maintain a friendship with him, especially after having witnessed what Bai Yan was capable of today, which was truly shocking!
Bai Yan was only nineteen years old!
He possessed incredible strength, a mysterious background, and extensive connections!
If Bai Yan were to continue his development, he would inevitably become a global powerhouse, even making a name for himself in the Abnormal World.
This world never lacks people like Boss Wang, who are shrewd and good at investing, good at placing their bets on young people with potential.
He was a gambler at heart, and he saw the promise in Bai Yan, convinced that Bai Yan would grow strong, so he decided to support Bai Yan unreservedly!
"Thank you for your kindness, Boss Wang."
Bai Yan did not refuse or accept but changed the subject, asking, "Where’s Xiao Man? And her father?"
"I’ll call them out right now."
Boss Wang slapped his forehead and chuckled with a wry smile, almost forgetting about it—they were still hiding in the basement.
A while later, Li Xiaoman and her father were brought out, and Bai Yan and Boss Wang rose to greet them.
Li Xiaoman and her father wept tears of joy in the hall. Upon seeing Bai Yan approach, Li Xiaoman quickly wiped away her tears and introduced him to her father: "Dad, this is Bai Yan, he’s the one who rescued you."
Li Xiaoman’s father burst into tears, and with a thud, he knelt down before Bai Yan.
"Hey hey hey! You must not!"
Bai Yan hurriedly caught Mr. Li’s arms and helped him up.
It really shortens one’s life to have an elder kneel like that.
Although Bai Yan was a Demon, he was also half-human, and under normal circumstances, he preferred to act like a normal person rather than a bloodthirsty Demon.
Li Xiaoman’s father’s old face was full of excitement: "My savior! If it weren’t for you, my old bones would have brought disaster upon Xiao Man! You are a benefactor to our entire family!"
Bai Yan looked at Li Xiaoman somewhat puzzledly; Li Xiaoman walked over to his side and explained in a low voice.
It turned out her father wasn’t usually a gambler; it’s just that Li Xiaoman’s mother passed away early, and the family’s finances were tight. As Li Xiaoman grew older, worries about her marriage mounted.
Mr. Li anxiously contemplated Li Xiaoman’s dowry and took a risk by entering the gambling den hoping for a lucky break.
But he never anticipated that he would become deeply mired in gambling and unable to extract himself.
The thought of having almost ruined his daughter’s life filled Mr. Li with unspeakable grief and regret.
That’s why he was so emotional the moment he saw Bai Yan.
Bai Yan couldn’t help but smile wryly. With Li Xiaoman’s figure and looks, worried about marriage?
The line of men wanting to marry her would probably stretch from the north to the south of Mo City!
Not to mention Mo City, even if Li Xiaoman returned to her home country, she would still be a rarely seen beauty.
Kind and considerate, beautiful and charming, with a talent for business—who wouldn’t like a woman like that?
Mr. Li was really making a hasty decision out of desperation. He did not consider other factors at all, probably because he was scared of poverty.