C83 Zhang Chen I'm Sorry!

Lin Junkai spoke with a heavy heart, "I'm truly sorry. This time, I won't return until I've made a name for myself!"

Lin Guolong was left speechless by his words.

With a cold snort, Lin Guofeng shouted in a fury, "After what you've done, you think you can just leave?"

He gestured emphatically with his hand and barked, "Come in!"

The echo of his command was quickly followed by the sound of hurried footsteps from outside.

Lin Junkai gave Lin Guolong a deep bow and declared solemnly, "Dad, I'm off."

Lin Guolong was visibly shaking, overwhelmed by the moment.

Zhang Chen's brow furrowed slightly, sensing that something was amiss.

Before he could ponder further, Lin Junkai rose to his feet, his voice tense with resolve, "Zhang Chen, we shall meet again!"

His tone was laced with a threat.

Zhang Chen's gaze sharpened.

The footsteps outside grew louder.

But as the Lin family's guards burst in, a jarring noise shattered the silence!

"Ah!"

The sound of breaking glass mingled with the collective screams.

Zhang Chen glanced over to see the second-floor window in pieces!

Without a moment's hesitation, Lin Junkai charged toward the broken window!

Zhang Chen yelled out, "He's escaping!"

Lin Guofeng snapped to attention and roared, "Catch him!"

The guards surged toward the window in response.

Lin Junkai was already leaping out.

But as the guards reached the window, a massive leg appeared out of nowhere!

A colossal foot slammed into the chest of the lead guard!

The guard coughed up blood and was hurled backward, crashing into the others and sending them tumbling down!

A gasp of shock rippled through the onlookers, their eyes wide with disbelief.

When they looked up again, the window was empty.

Zhang Chen's frown deepened as he made his way to the window, only to hear the roar of an engine.

A black sedan was speeding away.

He had come prepared!

The Lin family members quickly crowded around, craning their necks for a better view.

Lin Guofeng commanded urgently, "After him! And someone call the police!"

The guards, regaining their footing, scrambled out of the villa.

The entire hall was in a state of shock.

In the span of a mere two minutes, the scene had undergone a dramatic transformation.

Lin Guolong collapsed into his chair, overcome with sorrow.

Time passed, and once again, all eyes were drawn to Zhang Chen, their gazes flickering with a myriad of emotions.

It was unexpected to everyone that Zhang Chen had come to Old Master Lin's rescue once more.

In the ensuing silence, Tang Guozhong spoke up, "That's enough, let's all disperse. Old Master is alright now; we should let him rest properly."

Hearing this, the crowd gradually made their way out.

With the situation resolved, Zhang Chen saw no further reason to remain.

They reached the main hall and proceeded to exit the villa, Lee Junyi trailing closely behind.

The Lin family members paused, their eyes lingering on Zhang Chen's retreating figure, each face etched with complexity.

Before long, the pair stepped out of the mansion and made it to the entrance.

Zhang Chen halted.

Lee Junyi, following behind, quickly stopped as well, his face a picture of restraint.

Zhang Chen smiled and said, "You did a good job today. Loong San will be in touch with you."

Upon hearing this, Lee Junyi's face lit up with surprise and delight.

"Thank you, Young Master Chen!" he said with excitement. "If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave now. Should you need me, I'm just a call away."

Zhang Chen gave a nod of approval.

Without further delay, Lee Junyi dove into a nearby luxury car and sped off.

Zhang Chen let out a soft sigh.

He had addressed one concern, but the threat of Lin Junkai still loomed.

And judging by the man's formidable stature, he was clearly no ordinary adversary.

Lin Junkai had been plotting for some time.

Zhang Chen couldn't shake the feeling that the looming threat was drawing ever closer.

Moreover, could his master's dying wish be connected to Lin Junkai?

The thought added a new layer of complexity to Zhang Chen's already burdened heart.

Shaking off the unease, he began to move forward.

But he'd barely taken a few steps when a familiar voice called out, "Wait a minute."

Zhang Chen paused, turning to find Lin Zhiqing approaching with a look of turmoil.

A flicker of complexity crossed his own gaze as he stood in silence, waiting.

After a moment, Lin Zhiqing came to a stop before him, her head bowed slightly.

Zhang Chen had never seen her like this before.

With a forced smile, Zhang Chen inquired, "What's the matter?"

Lin Zhiqing's voice was heavy with complex emotions, "I'm sorry, I misunderstood you."

Her words struck a chord in Zhang Chen's heart.

He couldn't explain why, but he felt a wave of tenderness wash over him.

With a chuckle, Zhang Chen reassured her, "No worries. All's well that ends well."

"I'm used to it."

Yet those final words left Lin Zhiqing with a pang of sorrow.

What had Zhang Chen endured over the years?

After a pause, Lin Zhiqing spoke softly, "May I invite you to dinner?"

Her voice retained its usual chill, but there was a newfound gentleness to it.

Zhang Chen was inclined to decline.

But seeing Lin Zhiqing's remorseful expression, he felt a twinge of sympathy.

"Sure, I'd be honored," Zhang Chen said with a broad smile.

Lin Zhiqing's tension eased considerably.

Once she had taken care of some Lin family business, she drove off with Zhang Chen.

Sitting in the passenger seat, Zhang Chen felt out of place.

It seemed he had never ridden shotgun with her before.

Lin Zhiqing was always discreet, driving just a simple Volkswagen.

Before long, the car came to a gentle stop.

Zhang Chen glanced up, his face betraying his resignation.

She had brought them to Hongtai Hotel.

With the Lin family's current predicament, she shouldn't frequent such places.

Lin Zhiqing stepped out, and Zhang Chen had no choice but to follow her inside the hotel.

"Welcome," greeted the waiter with a smile and a bow, but she cut herself off as she caught sight of Zhang Chen.

She froze, recognizing him as the one Zhao Xingchun had harassed the day before.

As she began to greet him, Zhang Chen hastily signaled her with a wink and a nudge.

He had no desire to flaunt his capabilities in front of the Lin family, especially with danger looming. Staying under the radar was preferable.

The waiter hesitated, then caught on.

Lin Zhiqing requested, "Could we have a private room, please?"

"Of course," the waiter responded with due reverence.

Zhang Chen's heart skipped a beat!

It was just the two of them. A private room would be too pricey.

He quickly objected, "No need. We can just grab a spot in the corner to eat. It's not crowded right now, is it?"

Lin Zhiqing paused, a look of surprise on her face, but after a moment's thought, she agreed with a nod.

Together, they made their way to a corner table.

Unbeknownst to them, a Bentley was quietly approaching.