The Invincible Strongest Student

Chapter 1232: Chapter 1232: Fox Turns Into a Mouse

LuuYong’s current mood can be accurately described as a rollercoaster.

He understands the grudges between Lin Tian and the Wang Family, and going to the Wang Family’s territory now is like seeking death, isn’t it?

”Um... why are you taking me to the Wang Family’s gambling hall? I can’t gamble and I can’t fight. Look at me, a clumsy person, let’s just forget it?”

LuuYong was about to cry, wanting to open the car door and run, but... he didn’t dare.

Lin Tian glanced at him and chuckled, ”What are you scared of? I told you I’m taking you to have fun, what are you worried about?”

”But...”

”Put your seatbelt on.” Lin Tian interrupted.

”I...”

”Buckle up!” Lin Tian’s tone got heavier.

”Uh-huh.”

LuuYong dared not continue babbling, nodded, and fastened the seatbelt. Afterward, like a frightened little wife, he held onto the seatbelt in a daze, not even aware when the car started.

Lin Tian casually turned on the music, occasionally glimpsing at LuuYong, who seemed scared. He chuckled and said, ”Did you forget your balls? Are you not a man anymore? Scared silly by a trip to the gambling hall. I said it’s just for fun, don’t you understand?”

”Just for fun?”

LuuYong was still a bit dubious, thinking if you’re going why not go alone, why bring along a small fry like me?

”Exactly. I’ll pay, and even if you lose it all, it’s no big deal.” Lin Tian nodded, smiling, but the smile hinted at something deeper.

”Better not. I’ll just watch then.” LuuYong said.

Lin Tian glanced at him again, saying, ”Just follow my arrangements.”

Hearing this, LuuYong immediately shrunk his neck.

He thought to himself: ”I knew it! It can’t just be purely for fun! I’m being used as a pawn!”

But LuuYong couldn’t fathom what use he had as a pawn. He wanted to ask Lin Tian, but judging by Lin Tian’s demeanor, he definitely wouldn’t say. So, he had to drop it.

Lin Tian suddenly parked the car, and the rear door was opened from the outside by someone, who slipped inside carrying a black suitcase like a stealthy cat.

”How much did you bring?” Lin Tian tilted his head and asked. The ’cat’ slipping in was precisely Wu Yong. Lin Tian had mentioned to him earlier about visiting the gambling hall today, thus letting him prepare some money, and evidently, the cash was inside that black suitcase.

”Two million.” Wu Yong sat carelessly in the back seat, smiling broadly and patting the bulging black suitcase in his hands, ”Last time lost two million, this time we’re bringing two million again—win it all back with interest!”

Wu Yong has a gambling addiction, Lin Tian knows this, and seeing his excited expression, he can tell Wu Yong has been waiting for days. If not for having to accompany Liou Qingcheng, Lin Tian would’ve dragged him there sooner.

Some of the experts from Xianglong Tea House have gone to other gambling halls to continue developing, some stayed by Bai Shishi’s side, and some became Wu Yong’s subordinates. Finding a skilled gambler wasn’t hard for him, winning back double the amount shouldn’t be a problem either. But there are two reasons for his delay.

First, after all, it’s the Wang Family territory; winning big might make it hard to leave, and it’d cause unnecessary trouble, which would be counterproductive. Second, he heard about Lin Tian’s exceptional gambling skills and particularly sought out former Xianglong Tea House employees to verify his skills, confirming that Lin Tian was indeed highly skilled, even winning over 40 million.

Going with Lin Tian naturally resolves these two issues. Winning is certain, and if you want to leave, no one can stop you.

”Hmm, the things I instructed you to handle in the past two days, how did they go?” Lin Tian still had his head resting against the chair, as if this position made him comfortable.

Upon hearing this question, Wu Yong’s smile noticeably froze. He sighed and then said, ”Just like we envisioned, the Wang Family has strong connections, it’s difficult! How about that beautiful female friend you mentioned, how’s the contact going?”

Lin Tian sighed like Wu Yong did, shrugged, and said, ”Couldn’t reach her.”

A few days ago, while drinking at a street stall, Lin Tian mentioned his friend Chen Moxiang, who works at the Security Management Institute, and fighting crime is her duty. However, gambling halls and contraband activities are usually handled by the police, rarely involving the Security Management Institute, but it’s not out of the question.

But when Lin Tian called Chen Moxiang a few days ago, he couldn’t get through, hence his statement.

Upon hearing this answer, Wu Yong was stunned, as it went against his expectations. But soon Wu Yong laughed heartily again, patting the chair and joking, ”Maybe the beautiful lady argued with you and blacklisted you? Tian, if that’s the case I have to point out your fault, you shouldn’t hurt a girl’s feelings! Now we have to find other methods.”

Lin Tian frowned, cursing irritably, ”Don’t talk nonsense, things aren’t like you think. I’ll handle it.”

”Good, it’s better if I don’t have to worry about it.” Wu Yong lazily stretched, looking rogue-like.

Sitting in the front passenger seat, LuuYong felt lost, not understanding a word of their conversation. He only felt that things were complicated and was uncertain whether this trip would be good or bad for him.

Suddenly, LuuYong noticed someone patting his shoulder from behind, distracting him instantly, and he shivered while turning to see Wu Yong’s pancake-like face, forcing a smile.

Wu Yong sitting in the back had noticed him for some time, but seeing such a timidly cowardly demeanor, he didn’t understand why Lin Tian brought him along.

”Hey, don’t know this face. Have a cigarette.” As he spoke, Wu Yong handed over a cigarette.

LuuYong understood that he was being asked about his identity and smiled, saying, ”I’m LuuYong, used to be a talent scout, now Tian has me follow him to the gambling hall.”

LuuYong didn’t take the cigarette, just shook his head, saying, ”Haven’t smoked for a while, quit.”

Wu Yong’s expression unchanged, just puzzled why Lin Tian was bringing such a person.

”Have one, it’ll ease your nerves.” Lin Tian said.

”Uh-huh.”

For Lin Tian, LuuYong has an inexplicable fear, naturally not daring to go against his words, he casually took the cigarette from Wu Yong’s hand. Once he placed the cigarette in his mouth, his hand instinctively went to his pocket, retrieving a lighter.

After pulling out the lighter, LuuYong regretted it. He had just mentioned he quit smoking, and now fetching a lighter seemed contradictory.

Wu Yong laughed loudly at this, while LuuYong’s face became even more embarrassed.

Lin Tian watched LuuYong from the corner of his eye, sighing inwardly. This guy used to be as sly as a fox under Wang Sicong, how after a series of events did he become as timid as a mouse?

Fearing he’d ruin things, Lin Tian decided to say, ”Seeing how nervous you are, I’ll just tell you straight.”