Chapter 460: Chapter 470: You are the first person in this world who dares to command me
This face combined the best features of both Western and Eastern people: an exquisitely sculpted contour, deep and captivating eyes, a prominent nose, and a sensual thin lip, all unmistakably showcasing Western characteristics; yet, the skin on his face was a captivating wheat color, something countless Westerners dream of.
Undoubtedly, the mixed-race man before him was extremely handsome. However, now was not the time to appreciate the "scenery".
Usually, the more beautiful something is, the more dangerous it tends to be, and the man before them was no exception.
The German Shepherd, upon seeing its owner, did not fawn enthusiastically like other dogs, but obediently kneeled on the ground, waiting for its master’s commands.
The man lowered his eyes to his beloved dog, his sensual thin lips curling slightly, "Want some meat?"
Those casual words from the man instantly drained all color from Song Yi and Chu Yan’s faces. They naturally understood the man’s meaning; the last person who offended the big boss was eaten alive by Da Hei!
The German Shepherd was very smart and naturally sensed its master’s intention. Knowing it was about to get some meat, it became bloodthirsty and excited, turning its head to bark frantically at Song Yi and Chu Yan.
"Hold on," the man said, reaching out to smooth the black fur on the German Shepherd’s spine.
"Woof! Woof! Woof!" The German Shepherd barked obediently a few times.
The man smiled in satisfaction, then turned to look at Song Yi and Chu Yan, asking in a leisurely voice, "Who gave you the courage?"
Song Yi heard his voice, and his legs went limp, hastily pleading, "Boss, I was wrong, I know I was wrong!"
"You knew you were wrong? If you knew you were wrong, why commit the mistake? Don’t you know the rules here?"
Upon hearing this, their faces went pale. Rules? How could they not know? Ever since they arrived here, they had memorized the rules countless times, afraid that a single slip would cost them their lives.
But in the end, they still knowingly broke the rules.
Compared to Song Yi, Chu Yan was much more courageous. She pulled Song Yi aside and stood with her chest out, saying, "Boss, it’s not Song Yi’s fault. It’s all my fault. I took it upon myself to save Shi Yi, and I forced Song Yi not to tell anyone. Today, it was also my idea to sneak Shi Yi out. If you want to hold someone accountable, punish only me."
"Is that so?" The man raised an eyebrow slightly, "But regardless of the reason, you both made a mistake. And mistakes have consequences."
These words instantly cast Song Yi and Chu Yan into Hell. They knew exactly what the man meant by consequences. They stared at the man in front of them in utter terror, their mouths opening but unable to utter even a single plea, helplessly watching as the man bent down, reached out, and patted the German Shepherd on the back.
"Go!"
In an instant, the tragic screams of Song Yi and Chu Yan reached Lin Yixun’s ears. She stared at Chu Yan writhing in agony on the ground, watching as the German Shepherd’s sharp fangs tore into Chu Yan’s shoulder, leaving several bloody marks in mere moments. Despite being a grown man, Song Yi was no match for the ferocious German Shepherd either and was quickly bitten on the leg, dragged to the ground, and savagely mauled.
The horrific scene before her made Lin Yixun’s heart clench tightly. She never imagined that just this morning Chu Yan was bickering with Song Yi, they were talking and laughing when they left, and now they were covered in blood, their once bright and lively faces now filled only with fear and despair.
All this was because of her. If they hadn’t saved her, hadn’t taken her in, none of this would have happened. Now she finally understood why they were so eager to send her away. It wasn’t what they wanted, but rather because they had no choice.
So, what should she do now to save the two people closest to her?
Lin Yixun’s fingers tightened, and summoning strength from who knows where, she suddenly got up from the ground. Just as everyone’s attention was focused on Song Yi and Chu Yan, she unexpectedly executed a "capture the thief first" maneuver.
No one present expected the always-unassailable, fearsome big boss would one day be bested by a woman who couldn’t even truss a chicken and was severely injured.
Even the man himself did not foresee this.
"Make your dog stop!" Lin Yixun pressed her chest against the man’s back, her arm looping around his neck from behind, fingers gripping a hairpin, the tip pressing firmly against the main artery in his neck.
Lin Yixun felt a stroke of luck. When she couldn’t find an elastic band to tie her hair this morning, Chu Yan had given her a hairpin instead. She had no idea that in such a critical moment, this little thing would come in handy.
"No one in this world has ever dared to order me. You are the first," the man squinted menacingly.
"There’s always a first for everything. Today, I will be that first." Lin Yixun didn’t want to waste words with him. Seeing that Chu Yan and Song Yi were about to collapse, she said coldly, "Make your dog let them go! If not, my hairpin will go right in!"
"Is that so? Do you think you have the strength to pierce my main artery?"
"Whether I can or not, we’ll find out by trying. Mr. Big Boss, if you want to test it, by all means, go ahead. At worst, we die together."
"You’ve got guts," the man said through gritted teeth.
He raised his hand and made a gesture towards the German Shepherd. Though reluctant, the German Shepherd followed its master’s command and stopped.
But still, Chu Yan and Song Yi were already left with half their lives. Lin Yixun looked around; the place was surrounded like an iron barrel. If she wanted to take Chu Yan and Song Yi away from here, it would be a fool’s dream. It would be better to...
"I have one more request. If you agree, I will let you go."
"What right do you have to negotiate with me?" The man sneered.
"Don’t forget, your life is in my hands."
"Is it? Whose life is in whose hands remains to be seen."
"I can’t say for sure about the past or the future, but right now, you are in my hands." Lin Yixun pushed back, her hand pressing harder, leaving a blood mark on the man’s neck. "Mr. Big Boss, you might have the advantage in numbers, but don’t forget, a cornered dog will jump over the wall. My life might be worthless, but yours... I imagine it’s quite valuable. If you really died here because of me, wouldn’t that be a shame?"
"Hmm, you make a fair point. Tell me, what do you want?"
"Let bygones be bygones, let me go."
"You really have the nerve," the man snorted, "You think I’ll let you off after you’ve made me suffer?"