As soon as Chen Maozhong finished speaking, Chen Ming immediately looked at Ye Xiao, and so did Sun Yuze and Tang Xuewen. Clearly, they all wanted to hear Ye Xiao's thoughts.

But—

Ye Xiao, as if addicted to the game, completely ignored Chen Maozhong's words, engrossed in his cellphone with the background music of Battle Game echoing in the VIP room.

Three seconds.

Five seconds.

Ten seconds.

Half a minute.

Ye Xiao simply ignored Chen Maozhong, who immediately felt a total loss of face, his expression turning furious.

Chen Ming saw the anger on his father's face and hurriedly said to Ye Xiao, "Brother Xiao, my dad is asking you to state your terms."

Only then did Ye Xiao, while still playing his game, said, "I only want to talk to people who are amiable. I don't want to, and at the same time, can't understand the barking of mad dogs."

As soon as Ye Xiao said this, Sun Yuze and Tang Xuewen looked at each other. After all, the other party was the second-in-command of Minghai City. Even though there was evidence, bringing down Chen Maozhong, who had deep roots in Minghai City, was not going to be easy.

Therefore, even Sun Yuze and Tang Xuewen felt that Ye Xiao's words were too audacious.

As expected, Chen Maozhong stood up abruptly, his face filled with anger, and said fiercely, "How dare you speak to me like this? Do you know who I am?"

Seeing Chen Maozhong about to erupt, Ye Xiao just laughed, having also just killed the boss in the first level of the game, then looked up at Chen Maozhong with a smile and said, "The second-in-command of Chen Minghai City, such a temper. Maybe I should just leave."

Chen Maozhong was indeed surprised that Ye Xiao could just walk out after saying those words, preparing to leave.

Chen Maozhong was dumbfounded; he never expected Ye Xiao to actually walk out just like that, truly showing no regard for him whatsoever.

Chen Maozhong was no fool; if Ye Xiao left today without settling things, he might face trouble tomorrow.

At this point, Chen Ming also immediately looked at Chen Maozhong, signaling with his eyes that he shouldn't clash with Ye Xiao.

Reluctantly, as Ye Xiao was about to exit the VIP room, Chen Maozhong immediately stood up, the anger previously on his face now replaced with a friendly demeanor.

They say successful officials are excellent actors, and this was indeed true.

Chen Maozhong looked at Ye Xiao and said, "Don't be mad, I was just joking with you. Let's talk things through properly and solve any problems. Nothing is unsolvable, right?"

Chen Ming also immediately came to Ye Xiao's side, persuading, "Brother Xiao, let's sit down and talk. As long as your demands aren't too excessive, like asking for our lives, we can agree to them."

Neither Chen Ming nor Chen Maozhong was foolish; if that video got out, Chen Maozhong's political career would be in serious jeopardy. If it were a minor issue, it could affect his career for ten years; if major, he might never hold office again.

Hearing both men, Ye Xiao secretly smiled, knowing that Chen Maozhong would eventually back down. Ye Xiao didn't want to deal with arrogant people; at least, thus, he wanted to dampen Chen Maozhong's spirit.

In fact, Ye Xiao didn't want to push things too far either; before deciding to destroy the Chen family, he wouldn't go overboard, aware that a cornered dog will leap over a wall.

Ye Xiao retook his seat, still wearing his smile.

"Second-in-command of Chen Minghai City, what did you want to discuss with me today?" Ye Xiao asked Chen Maozhong innocently with a smile.

Chen Maozhong, hearing Ye Xiao's words, was incredibly angry—this guy was still asking what was the matter.

However, having just experienced Ye Xiao's temper, Chen Maozhong knew that any wrong tone could lead to major confrontation.

Suppressing his rage, Chen Maozhong looked at Sun Yuze and Tang Xuewen and said, "Can we talk alone?"

Ye Xiao casually replied, "Sure."

"Then these two," Chen Maozhong said, looking at Sun Yuze and Tang Xuewen.

Ye Xiao immediately looked at Chen Ming and said, "Young Master Chen, why don't you and Yu Ze, and Xuewen go out for a coffee?"

It was clear that Chen Ming had to leave too.

Chen Ming, quite understanding, immediately stood up and said to Sun Yuze and Tang Xuewen, "Brother Sun, Brother Tang, let's go out then."

Since Ye Xiao had agreed, Sun Yuze and Tang Xuewen naturally didn't say anything and followed Chen Ming out.

As the three of them left, a waiter happened to be entering to serve coffee but was scolded away by Chen Ming.

The unfortunate waiter.

The door closed, and Ye Xiao looked at Chen Maozhong, who was also staring back at him.

Finally, Chen Maozhong couldn't bear it any longer.

"Brother Ye, we have no grievances, why are you doing this?" Chen Maozhong looked at Ye Xiao, his face filled with confusion.

Ye Xiao let out a soft laugh and said, "You are right, we indeed have no grievances, but what does that matter? I think you should talk about something substantial, given that my time is very valuable."

Chen Maozhong sighed, feeling extremely helpless. Normally, if anyone dared to speak to him like this, he would have flipped the table already.

However, now Chen Maozhong really didn't dare to do so, because he knew that it would undoubtedly be playing with fire.

After some thought, Chen Maozhong looked at Ye Xiao and said, "I want the original video and all copies you have."

Ye Xiao immediately seemed a bit troubled and said, "That might not be a good idea, after all, obtaining such an exciting video was very hard."

"I'll give you money, just name your price," Chen Maozhong said, looking at Ye Xiao.

Money?

Ye Xiao secretly smiled; that seemed like a good idea. Although Ye Xiao wasn't exactly short of money, more money was always better. The more money he had, the easier it would be to pick up girls.

Ye Xiao said, "That really is a good idea."

Hearing Ye Xiao's words, Chen Maozhong immediately chuckled and said, "So you agree?"

"Such a good deal, of course, I agree."

Once Chen Maozhong received Ye Xiao's firm answer, the tension in his heart somewhat eased, which to him was the greatest joy. If Ye Xiao agreed to the deal for money, then this matter would be much easier to handle.

Chen Maozhong immediately asked Ye Xiao, "So how much do you want?"

Ye Xiao thought for a moment and said, "Not much, twenty million will suffice, you can afford that, right?"

Twenty million?

Upon hearing this figure, Chen Maozhong felt even more delighted; he had thought it would be a much larger amount. Twenty million was nothing, the money he embezzled in a year in Minghai City surpassed that figure.

"Haha, no problem, when will you give me the items?" Chen Maozhong looked at Ye Xiao. He wasn't foolish; if he could get his hands on the original video and all copies today, he could run for the top position in Minghai City tomorrow without any worries.

Chen Maozhong believed that in Minghai City, no one except Song Jianping could unseat him from the top position, and moreover, Song Jianping wasn't even in the election.

However, just when Chen Maozhong was very pleased, suddenly, Ye Xiao said ominously, "Young Master Chen of Minghai City? Why so happy? I haven't finished my conditions yet, do you really think a mere twenty million can buy such critical evidence?"

Hearing Ye Xiao's words, Chen Maozhong's delighted expression instantly stiffened, then he looked at Ye Xiao earnestly and said, "What do you mean? Do you have more conditions?"

"Young Master Chen of Minghai City, your tone is a bit frightening, so I'm scared to continue," Ye Xiao chuckled, leaning back on the sofa with a relaxed appearance, but then he dropped such a statement.

From Ye Xiao's expression, it was clear he was just messing with Chen Maozhong.

However, Chen Maozhong didn't dare to lose his temper, or even raise his voice.

Immediately, Chen Maozhong apologized, "I'm sorry, there was a problem with my tone, please tell me what other conditions you have."

Only then did Ye Xiao nod in satisfaction, and then he said, "Give up your position as the leader of Minghai City."

"What?" Chen Maozhong exclaimed angrily upon hearing Ye Xiao's words.

Ye Xiao had finally gotten to the point; Chen Maozhong had thought Ye Xiao's previous comments were just playful talk, but it seemed that was not the case.

Chen Maozhong immediately furrowed his brow and said, "Is there really no other choice?"

Ye Xiao chuckled and said, "There are choices, but I'm afraid you won't like them."

"What choices." Although Chen Maozhong had guessed, he still wanted to confirm.

"Become an internet celebrity," Ye Xiao said.

Chen Maozhong clearly understood what Ye Xiao meant; if that video surfaced online, Chen Maozhong would be completely ruined—not only would his political career be destroyed, but he would likely face prison.

Chen Maozhong slumped on the sofa, clearly out of options. The decisive Chen Maozhong really had no alternatives now with the video in Ye Xiao's possession. Ye Xiao was clearly not a simple person; being able to rule the prestigious Minghai Academy and remaining uncontrollable was proof enough of Ye Xiao's capabilities.

Chen Maozhong had known before that Ye Xiao was connected to the Ling family.

The Ling family was highly esteemed throughout Minghai City, and even Song Jianping and Ling Hengyu spoke with measured words, a testament to the Ling family's status in Minghai City.

The Ling family stayed out of societal affairs, but their immense wealth could chill the bones with societal undertones—who would dare oppose them?

With Ye Xiao backed by the Ling family, this was also a major reason why many influential people in Minghai City opted to observe rather than interfere with the dynamics at Minghai Academy.

Watching Ye Xiao's smiling face, Chen Maozhong felt this lean young man was truly a devil that devoured people without spitting out their bones. He deeply regretted antagonizing someone like Ye Xiao, one of the few regrets in his life.

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