While Liu Kai Xuan and the Imperial Bank were locked in a fierce legal battle, the Senluo Kingdom was also experiencing turbulent times, with even more intense conflicts brewing among various factions.
Liu Kai Xuan had established the Kai Xuan Development Zone in the Senluo Kingdom. Once this development zone flourished, it brought immense benefits to the common people of the Senluo Empire. However, the old aristocratic powers were unable to profit from this project. If anyone had gained from it, it would only be the royal family, who had secured certain benefits.
The relationship between the Senluo Empire's royal family and the various aristocratic factions was far from harmonious. Deep-seated conflicts existed between them. Liu Kai Xuan brought benefits only to the Imperial family, not to the aristocratic powers. In the eyes of these old aristocratic forces, Liu Kai Xuan had positioned himself as their adversary! Naturally, these individuals would not allow Liu Kai Xuan to develop peacefully; instead, they sought ways to cause trouble.
One evening, Liu Kai Xuan received some grim news. Count Ming Kai had dispatched a contingent of his personal guards to abduct a group of fishermen from the Kai Xuan Development Zone. A total of thirty-five fishermen were taken. In a place like the Senluo Kingdom, it was not uncommon for nobles to bully commoners. However, this incident, which occurred on Liu Kai Xuan's territory, was different. Count Ming Kai had acted in a bustling downtown area, employing extremely brutal methods. This cast a shadow over the development of the zone.
When Ouyang Yu came to report the situation to Liu Kai Xuan that evening, Princess Senya accompanied her. Upon meeting, Princess Senya spoke eagerly, "Duke Kai Xuan, I am truly sorry about what has happened!" She continued, "However, I implore you to remain rational and avoid any rash actions!" She added, "I have already contacted Count Ming Kai. He has no intention of opposing you; the thirty-five people he abducted are his debtors! These individuals owed Count Ming Kai money and were unable to repay it, so they fled to the development zone! Count Ming Kai's primary objective in coming here was to bring them back to fulfill their debts!"
Liu Kai Xuan spoke with a solemn tone, "If Count Ming Kai truly intended to collect his debts!" He continued, "Then he should have allowed these people to remain in the development zone! They could only earn money to repay their debts by staying in the development zone! If they are forced to leave, these people will struggle to even feed themselves, let alone repay their debts!"
Senya replied, "This matter involves some very complicated debt issues! Duke Kai Xuan, please grant me some time, and I will definitely help you coordinate this situation!"
Liu Kai Xuan nodded in agreement, "Since Your Highness has personally intervened, I will naturally give you face!" He then paused, saying, "However!" Liu Kai Xuan's tone shifted. "My patience is not limitless! I hope Your Highness can resolve this matter within the next three days! Otherwise, I will have no choice but to use my own methods to solve this problem!"
"You..." Senya was truly infuriated at this moment. She had always known Liu Kai Xuan to be a reckless individual, and meeting him today confirmed this reputation. Liu Kai Xuan's approach to handling matters was undeniably rash. He only focused on his immediate gratification and revenge, completely disregarding the potential consequences. Ultimately, Senya suppressed her rising temper and explained patiently. "I will resolve this matter as quickly as possible, and I hope Duke Kai Xuan will calm down and consider things carefully! If this situation escalates, it will benefit no one!"
"Princess Senya, let us hurry and discuss the issue with Count Ming Kai and allow the boss to calm down!" Ouyang Yu understood that Liu Kai Xuan was not in the mood for pleasantries with Senya. To avoid any unpleasantness between them, Ouyang Yu took the initiative to escort Senya away.
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Senya went to negotiate with Count Ming Kai, who, on the surface, treated her with great respect! However, in reality, his efficiency was incredibly slow. One could even say that Count Ming Kai was merely placating Princess Senya. Count Ming Kai's public act of sending people to abduct individuals from Liu Kai Xuan's territory had a primary purpose: to demonstrate his power! He wanted Liu Kai Xuan to feel pressure, and only then would he consider resolving the issue. Princess Senya, a young girl, might have a noble status, but she held no real power. How could a powerful figure like Count Ming Kai fear her? At most, Count Ming Kai would mind his tone when speaking, ensuring he did not overtly challenge the royal family's authority.
Thus, after two days of arduous negotiation, Senya had made no progress. As Liu Kai Xuan's deadline drew closer, Senya, with no other recourse, contacted Sen Kai for help. In fact, Sen Kai was already aware of this matter. The reason he had not yet voiced an opinion was that he did not wish to meddle in this affair. In Sen Kai's eyes, both Count Ming Kai and Duke Kai Xuan were troublesome characters. Letting them weaken each other was advantageous for Sen Kai. However, now that Senya had called for assistance, Sen Kai naturally had to take some action.
Sen Kai personally called Count Ming Kai to discuss the issue. When the call connected, Ming Kai cheerfully said, "Your Majesty, what are your commands?" Sen Kai did not beat around the bush and got straight to the point! "Ming Kai, you are an old noble of the Empire!" he began. "I know you are very well-informed, and you are perfectly clear about what kind of person Liu Kai Xuan is!"
Ming Kai replied with a smile, "Oh, so Your Majesty is looking for me regarding Duke Kai Xuan's affairs!" He continued, "Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I have not provoked Duke Kai Xuan! This time, I merely sent some people to apprehend several deadbeats who owed me money! As the saying goes, it is only natural to repay debts! Everything I have done is perfectly justifiable! Even if Liu Kai Xuan is powerful, he wouldn't interfere in my private affairs, would he?" He chuckled.
Sen Kai let out a faint laugh. "Since you are seeking your own demise, Ming Kai, don't blame me for not warning you!" he said. "If you suffer a great loss later, don't come to me for help!"
"Your Majesty, I..." Before Ming Kai could say anything more, Sen Kai had already hung up the phone.