C4 Gou, Wolf, Tiger, Leopard.

In the stillness of the bedroom, Wang Ziqiong watched the girl who had burst in and, with a touch of resignation, pressed her hand to her forehead.

The intruder was none other than her sole sister, Wang Ziyu, a fresh college graduate at the age of twenty-one.

Their parents had only the two of them, which was precisely why they sought a son-in-law to join the Wang family. Daughters, after all, would marry and join another family, but a son-in-law would ensure the Wang lineage continued.

"Ziyu, get out of here! Can't you see we're still in bed?" Wang Ziqiong chided her sister, her cheeks tinged with embarrassment. Beneath the covers, she was completely bare, having just experienced one of life's most significant milestones. Beside her, the man wore nothing but shorts, his bare torso a testament to the previous night's events.

"Alright!" Wang Ziyu, realizing her impulsiveness, blushed deeply, her hands covering her eyes as she hastily backed away. Yet the curiosity in her eyes couldn't be hidden by the gaps between her fingers.

"Are you still peeking?" Wang Ziqiong's voice rose in a second reprimand, sending Wang Ziyu scurrying out the door.

Before Wang Ziqiong could relax, the door swung open once more. She was about to dress when the sudden noise made her duck back under the covers, glaring at her sister who had reappeared.

"Sis! You need to come down quickly! Those ingrates and the Luo family are despicable! I just want to shut them up for good!" With that, Wang Ziyu hurried off.

Finally alone, Wang Ziqiong exhaled deeply and nudged the still figure seated at the edge of the bed. "Hey, could you go lock the door, please?"

Silence was her only reply. Pei Junlin sat there, legs crossed, eyes shut, motionless as a sculpture.

Wang Ziqiong's eyes went wide with incredulity, her face a picture of disbelief.

Her tone had been gentle enough, hadn't it? And she hadn't even made a fuss about this guy taking advantage of the situation last night. Yet, he had the audacity to ignore her!

"Pei Junlin! I'm speaking to you! Can you hear me?"

Wang Ziqiong's heart swelled with indignation, prompting her to raise her voice. Still, the figure before her remained unmoved, as if deaf to her words.

"You're utterly despicable!"

Anger surged through Wang Ziqiong as she bit down on her red lips. She had resigned herself to accept whatever fate threw her way, to stumble through life without clarity, but who could have predicted that this man would refuse to accept responsibility?

Seething, Wang Ziqiong sat up in silence, clutching the blanket tightly around her before swinging her legs off the bed.

As she moved, a sharp pain made her wince. Her steps faltered, particularly as her eyes fell upon the stark red stain on the bed. The veins on her hand, still gripping the blanket, stood out in stark relief.

A quarter of an hour later, Wang Ziqiong re-emerged, impeccably dressed. Her stunning visage was like a divine creation, her uniform barely concealing the perfectly proportioned figure beneath: a full chest, a slender waist, rounded hips, and long, shapely legs. She radiated an allure that was nothing short of breathtaking.

Wearing high heels, Wang Ziqiong made her way to the door. She paused briefly beside a certain figure, only to be met with disappointment once more. The man who had once been utterly captivated by her still had his eyes closed.

Furious, Wang Ziqiong stormed out, slamming the door behind her.

Descending the stairs, she immediately noticed the living room was packed with people—her so-called 'relatives.'

But what truly chilled her to the bone was the sight of a corpulent man lounging on the sofa at the front of the room. Flanked by two rows of menacing bodyguards in black, her parents and relatives were all fawning over him with obsequious smiles.

Wang Ziqiong's expression turned icy as she recognized the man instantly.

Luo Kui, the third son of the Luo family from Qingzhou City, known infamously as Third Master Luo—a man who instilled fear in the hearts of many.

At the same time, he was Mighty Eagle Security's most formidable rival!

"Ziqiong, over here!"

As Wang Ziqiong made her entrance on the upper level, the previously lively chatter in the living room below came to an abrupt halt.

Many were captivated by Wang Ziqiong's allure, and despite being acquainted with her for years, her stunning visage still sparked envy every time they laid eyes on her.

"Ziqiong, come down quickly and greet Third Master Luo!"

An irate voice cut through the silence. It belonged to a man in his fifties with a gaunt, monkey-like face—Wang Ziqiong's eldest uncle.

"Make it fast, Third Master Luo has been waiting for a while now!"

A gruff voice chimed in, belonging to Wang Ziqiong's second uncle, quickly followed by her aunts and other relatives. Despite Wang Ziqiong's favorable reputation beyond the walls of her home, within the Wang family, she was consistently subject to criticism.

Her parents, Wang Haishan and Qin Yan, were timid their whole lives, holding very little sway within the household, easily disrespected by just about anyone.

"Good morning, Third Master Luo!"

With an icy demeanor, Wang Ziqiong disregarded the surrounding relatives and approached Third Master Luo to offer her greeting.

Seated on the genuine leather sofa, guarded by a cadre of intimidating bodyguards in black, Third Master Luo finally looked up. His beady eyes gleamed mysteriously as he scrutinized Wang Ziqiong's exquisite features.

"Good morning, Miss Wang!"

"I prefer to get straight to the point, no need for detours. About our previous discussion, have you given it any thought? Are you prepared to sell Mighty Eagle Security to my Prestige Security Group?" Third Master Luo asked, his voice tinged with a sly cheerfulness.

"Impossible! Don't even entertain the thought!"

To everyone's surprise, Wang Ziqiong flatly refused before Third Master Luo could finish speaking.

"Wang Ziqiong! Mighty Eagle Security isn't solely yours! We hold shares too. You can't make this decision on your own!"

The Wang family's eldest uncle erupted in fury, his voice booming in rebuke.

"Exactly, we've all consented to Third Master Luo's terms. What gives you the right to disagree?"

The Wang family's second uncle was seething with rage, as though Wang Ziqiong had committed an unforgivable sin!

Defiance etched on her beautiful features, Wang Ziqiong responded icily, "I am the current president of Mighty Eagle Security. My grandfather entrusted the company to me with his own hands, and I am duty-bound to honor his final wishes!"

"That's absurd! He had no such final wishes!" the Wang family's eldest uncle bellowed.

"Uncle, he was your father too! How can you..."

Wang Ziyu, who had been quietly standing by, could no longer bear her uncle's disrespect. Her cheeks turned a fiery red, and in a moment, the Wang family was plunged into turmoil.

"Silence, all of you!"

Out of nowhere, Third Master Luo's thunderous roar echoed throughout the villa, startling everyone. As they turned, they saw him rise from the sofa, his face a mask of menace.

"Miss Wang, it seems our discussion is over for today! So be it. Take her away!"

At his command, two menacing bodyguards in black advanced towards Wang Ziqiong.

"What is the meaning of this? Third Master Luo, what are you attempting to do?"

The abrupt turn of events left the Wang family members dumbfounded, their faces a picture of bewilderment.

"Third Master Luo, this is illegal. I'm calling the police this instant!"

Wang Ziqiong's expression was frosty, her composure a stark contrast to the panic around her.

"I'll be right here, waiting for them!"

To everyone's surprise, Third Master Luo was not intimidated; instead, he looked more threatening than ever. Fixing his gaze on Wang Ziqiong's striking face, he demanded in a chilling tone, "What exactly did you do to my nephew, Luo Cheng, last night at the Warren Hotel?"

His accusation landed like a bombshell, leaving the Wang family members frozen in shock.

Before they could even gather their wits, Third Master Luo pressed on, "My nephew, Luo Cheng, was with you last night and has been unreachable since. We can't get a hold of him!"

"Moreover, his bodyguards have all disappeared, as if they've evaporated from the face of the earth!"

"I've reviewed the Warren Hotel's surveillance footage and saw that Luo Cheng entered a private room with you and never emerged. Now here you are, unscathed, while my nephew has mysteriously vanished! Don't you think you owe me a reasonable explanation?"

Upon hearing Third Master Luo's words, every member of the Wang family was struck with fear.

They were all aware of Luo Cheng's prestigious identity as the eldest grandson of the Luo family, a man of considerable standing. Currently at the helm of the Prestige Security Group's operations, his sudden disappearance was nothing short of a massive shock!

"You won't escape the grasp of the Luo family! Once you step through our doors, you'll face your inevitable doom!"

Approaching Wang Ziqiong, Third Master Luo's eyes gleamed with unabashed lechery. With a malicious grin, he extended a greasy finger towards Wang Ziqiong's flawless visage.

All at once, Third Master Luo doubled over in agony, clutching his groin with both hands!

"You're nothing but a vile old lecher!" Wang Ziqiong spat out icily.

"Seeking your own demise!" Third Master Luo, red with rage and embarrassment, lifted his hand, intent on delivering a harsh slap to Wang Ziqiong.

Unflinching, Wang Ziqiong lifted her exquisite face, her expression devoid of fear.

As his heavy hand neared Wang Ziqiong's cheek, a sudden whoosh cut through the air. The next instant, Third Master Luo let out a wretched cry and collapsed to the ground!