BOOM!!!

Lin Xiao felt as if he had been struck by lightning, and he froze on the spot. He stared at Pei Yanzi, completely dumbfounded. He stared at the pure and charming girl before him.

Yes, Lin Xiao had never dreamed that Pei Yanzi would actually like him, nor had he ever imagined that she would confess her feelings.

It took a full minute for Lin Xiao to come back to his senses. Even so, he still felt bewildered. He couldn't believe what he had just heard. My clothes are so shabby, and my face hasn't even returned to my true appearance. How could she possibly like me?

But Pei Yanzi spoke with such certainty that Lin Xiao had no choice but to believe her.

"Yanzi, this… this isn't something you can joke about!" Lin Xiao stammered.

Thinking Lin Xiao didn't believe her, the girl grew anxious.

She hurriedly said, "Brother Lin, I'm not lying to you! I… I really like you. Growing up, no boy has ever treated me as well as you have, and no boy has ever stood up to protect me so recklessly when I was in danger."

"But Yanzi, I'm married. My wife is Su Qingning, and to be honest, I love her very much."

These words made Pei Yanzi's heart sink. Although it was a fact she had long known, hearing Lin Xiao say it himself still filled her with sadness.

However, Pei Yanzi was no longer a child. She forced a smile and said, "Brother Lin, I know you're married, and I know you love Qingning. It's okay. I just wanted to tell you what's in my heart!"

This girl wasn't like Shao Mei'er and Chu Xiangxue, who were brazenly declaring their intention to become his concubines. Lin Xiao breathed a sigh of relief.

"Alright, I understand, Yanzi. Thank you for your feelings, but they're doomed to go nowhere. You're still young and so beautiful. You'll definitely meet a boy who only has eyes for you!"

Pei Yanzi, however, shook her head, a sorrowful smile on her face.

"Some say it's best not to meet someone too amazing when you're young. I never really understood that saying before. But, Brother Lin, after meeting you, I suddenly know exactly what it means. Don't worry, I won't ruin your marriage with Qingning. I just want to silently like you. That's enough for me. As for anything else, I don't care, nor do I want to."

Lin Xiao's heart sank. My worst fear has come to pass. I thought this girl was just experiencing the first stirrings of love, that she just had a crush on me because I helped her a few times. But I never expected her to set her heart on me so completely, to the point where she's no longer interacting with other men. From the sound of it, she intends to devote herself to me for life.

Lin Xiao suddenly felt a wave of depression.

Shao Mei'er and Chu Xiangxue like me and clamor about being my concubines, but that's because they know my background, and their families are pushing them to do it. There's an element of performance in their actions. But Pei Yanzi is different. This girl might have genuinely fallen for me.

"Yanzi, listen to me. If you're thinking of entering the entertainment industry for my sake, I can tell you right now that it's completely unnecessary. That's the first thing. Second, you're still young and don't really know what 'liking' someone truly means. How about this? Let's let things take their natural course. If you want to like me, I won't stop you—I couldn't even if I tried. But don't be so quick to reject the boys who like you. If you can, give them a chance to get to know you. Maybe after spending some time together, you'll discover that one of them is a much better match for you!"

This was the best solution Lin Xiao could devise. If this had been anyone else, he could have just chewed them out to snap them back to their senses. But this was Pei Donglai's sister, and to Lin Xiao, Pei Donglai was his brother.

"Brother Lin, you don't have to persuade me. I'm going to enter the entertainment industry, and I'm going to keep liking you!"

"That's not it. You said you wanted to enter the entertainment industry for me. I want to know, what exactly do you hope to achieve for my sake by doing that?"

"I want to stand on a higher stage. I want to work hard to become worthy of you!" Pei Yanzi said softly.

"But even if you became a star like Chu Xiangxue, I still couldn't possibly divorce my wife!"

"That's okay. As long as you can see me, that's enough!"

Lin Xiao was depressed. Utterly and completely depressed. He knew this girl was stubborn.

"Alright, fine. Let's talk about you entering the entertainment industry first. What's your plan?"

"I heard there are a lot of talent shows these days. I could audition for one!"

"What talents do you have?" Lin Xiao asked.

"I'm a pretty good singer, and I also studied dance for a while when I was little!"

Seeing how resolute Pei Yanzi was, Lin Xiao sighed helplessly.

"Fine. If you're determined to walk this path, I can help you. How about this? You go back for now. Once I get everything sorted out on my end, I'll contact you."

Pei Yanzi was instantly thrilled. She gave Lin Xiao a deep bow.

"Brother Lin, thank you! Thank you so much!"

Lin Xiao waved his hand. "It's getting late. You should go find your brother and have him take you home."

Pei Yanzi nodded obediently. She gave Lin Xiao a sweet smile, then turned and left the security room.

Lin Xiao sat slumped in his chair, his expression gloomy as Pei Yanzi's words replayed in his mind. After a long while, he sighed helplessly.

Forget it. If the girl is determined to beat her head against a wall, I'll just have to help her.

With this thought, he called Xiao Shixiong, who answered instantly.

"Boss, what are your instructions?"

"Here's the deal: establish an entertainment company as quickly as possible."

"Boss, are you venturing into the entertainment industry?"

"I don't have time for that. A friend's sister wants to get into the business, and I can't just stand by and do nothing!"

"Understood, Boss. Don't worry, I'll have someone handle it right away!"

"Mm. This person is very important to me, like a sister. Make sure you do a good job. You'd better have a word with the influential figures in the industry so that no one bullies her."

"Boss, is it Pei Yanzi?"

As expected of someone from the Heavenly Machine Pavilion, Xiao Shixiong was well-informed.

"That's right, it's her."

Xiao Shixiong chuckled. "Boss, she's actually a great fit for the entertainment industry. With a face like that, she could become a star on looks alone!"

"Let's not get into that. Just do as I said."

"Understood!"

Lin Xiao hung up and immediately dialed another number. This call was for his Grandmaster. The old man answered quickly.

"Speak!"

"Issue a Dragon Lord's decree for me. Remove Liu Chengfeng from his ninth-place position on the Dragon Emperor's List and replace him with Pei Donglai from Jinling."

With Pei Donglai's cultivation, replacing Liu Chengfeng would be effortless.

"Got it."

The Grandmaster hung up.

After handling these matters, Lin Xiao took a short break before getting up and leaving the security room.

It was past ten o'clock at night, the bar's busiest time. The line of people queuing at the door had grown even longer, and a dozen security guards were working frantically.

Lin Xiao turned and entered the bar. He was about to look for Su Qingning when an arrogant voice reached his ears.

"Damn it, Su Qingning! Are you fucking disrespecting me? Let me tell you, I'm from the Asura Hall! If you don't drink this cup today, you're looking down on me. If that's the case, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

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