The Wealthy Tycoon's Game of Life

Chapter 1408: Chapter 549: The Unattainable ”Wang

To be honest, Zhou Wang was also a bit confused.

He hadn’t even let his sneer surface, but Huo Chengrui was already clearing himself out of the situation, leaving Zhou Wang unsure what to do.

Zhou Wang knew that among the three, the one with the highest status was Huo Chengrui, who hadn’t said much. Following the strategy of capturing the ringleader first, Zhou Wang naturally planned to focus on Mr. Huo.

But now, it seems he doesn’t need to make a move; Huo Chengrui has already backed down.

Why?

A flicker of doubt passed through Zhou Wang’s mind, still trying to conquer the game of his life.

However, before he could probe any further, President Huang next to him became anxious.

”Chengrui, what are you...”

He muttered in a flustered tone.

Huo Chengrui also knew his reaction just now was a bit embarrassing, but he couldn’t take back his words at this point.

He didn’t initially want to explain further, but after thinking it over, he reconsidered.

After all, he knew Zhou Wang’s ”power,” but President Huang and Mr. Li were clearly in the dark.

From Zhou Wang’s perspective, the three of them were definitely in cahoots. What if Zhou Wang didn’t believe his explanation and blamed him as well?

So Huo Chengrui persuaded directly, ”President Huang, let’s just leave it at that. It’s really just a small misunderstanding. If everyone takes a step back, things will be fine, right?”

”Uh...”

Although President Huang couldn’t figure out the situation, his age and experience allowed him to catch some signals from Huo Chengrui’s gaze. His expression stiffened slightly but soon returned to normal.

”Since Chengrui said so, let’s go with your suggestion.”

After all, although President Huang was choked by Zhou Wang, he didn’t fundamentally suffer any loss, so he went along with the step Huo Chengrui provided.

”Mr. Huo, this isn’t right...”

Wang Chengyun beside them also became anxious.

He had just stepped up directly, intending to suppress Zhou Wang, obviously with his own agenda.

In his view, this wasn’t just to please Mr. Huo and others but also an opportunity to undermine Mu Li’s authority... After all, Zhou Wang was a distinguished guest invited by Mu Li.

”Shut up!”

However, as soon as he spoke, Huo Chengrui frowned and reprimanded him.

Although he feared Zhou Wang, who the hell was Wang Chengyun to be making noise here?

Wang Chengyun was baffled, but he could only mutter and stay silent.

After calming Wang Chengyun, Huo Chengrui then turned his gaze to Li Youjun... Oh, it was at this point that Mr. Huo awkwardly noticed that Mr. Li was still being held down!

He cleared his throat, approached Zhou Wang a few steps, and said, ”Mr. Zhou, why not release Mr. Li first? After all, under everyone’s scrutiny, it’s not very good-looking for him to stay like that...”

Zhou Wang stared at Huo Chengrui for a few seconds, as if trying to see through him.

When Mr. Huo felt uncomfortable under the gaze, Zhou Wang suddenly gave a faint smile, ”Okay.”

With Zhou Wang’s nod, Xiao Wang finally released Li Youjun.

Suddenly freed, Li Youjun, due to his prolonged stiffness, couldn’t straighten up immediately. After a bit of struggle, he finally managed to stand straight.

His face turned entirely liver-colored with anger. Prolonged lowering of his head made him feel humiliated and eager to die.

Although, thanks to the timely clearing of the venue by the security personnel, few staff were around to witness, the guests present had all seen his embarrassment... When had Mr. Li ever suffered such a loss?

”You...”

So, the moment Mr. Li raised his head, he couldn’t help but point at Zhou Wang and start swearing.

However, he had barely gotten out two syllables before Mr. Huo, realizing something was amiss, quickly covered his mouth.

What the heck, Li Youjun, I just saved you, and now you’re going to drag me down with you?

Fortunately, Mr. Li didn’t really get the chance to curse out loud. After Mr. Huo’s intense eye contact, Mr. Li finally calmed down temporarily.

”Youjun, do me a favor. Let’s just drop it for today... after all, you guys started it, and this Mr. Zhou is also President Mu’s guest. We can talk about it later.”

Huo Chengrui consoled in a low voice, ”This Mr. Zhou is no ordinary person. It’s not just you; even my reputation means little to him.”

Hearing this from Huo Chengrui, Li Youjun froze slightly.

He twisted his still-stiff neck a bit, skeptically saying, ”Brother Chengrui, do you mean... even with your status, you’d fear him?”

”Fear? Who’s afraid!”

Huo Chengrui first stubbornly denied, then quickly lowered his voice, ”You don’t get it. If you’re determined to make an enemy of him, it’s troublesome for everyone. It’s not about fear, but it’s certainly nothing good...”

Now Li Youjun ”understood,” interpreting that Zhou Wang was some hotheaded but well-connected guy. Even if Huo Chengrui wasn’t afraid, dealing with him would require some effort, effort Huo Chengrui didn’t want to expend.

Having sorted the complexities in his mind, Mr. Li’s face turned somewhat displeased.

”Brother Chengrui, are you telling me to let it go just like that?”

Li Youjun said unhappily, ”But I’ve lost so much face today. If I don’t do something, how will I show my face outside, and what about the Li family’s reputation?”

”Youjun, look at the situation today. How else can you regain face?”

Huo Chengrui quickly and earnestly said, ”Zhou Wang is President Mu’s guest. What could President Mu even do to him? It’s not Ao Island here. You didn’t even bring a bodyguard, and look at the fierce guy by his side. Aren’t you afraid that things will get worse for you?”