A crisp slap landed squarely on Yang Ming's face, rendering him completely dazed. Even Song Jiamin, who was standing nearby, would have never expected Ye Xiao to slap Yang Ming without any warning, and right in front of the Guard Bureau at that!

"You... you dare to hit me!" Yang Ming stared at Ye Xiao in disbelief. He never imagined Ye Xiao would actually dare to strike him. Let's not talk about whose background was more substantial; this was the entrance to the Guard Bureau!

Ye Xiao smiled, pulling Song Jiamin to his side, and said with a chuckle, "Whether or not I harassed Officer Song, are you really in a position to discern that? Just like how I just hit you, you know it hurts, and only you can tell that I hit you. Now I'm holding Officer Song's hand. If you suspect I'm harassing her now, I have nothing to say. But earlier, I hadn't even touched Officer Song, yet you claimed I harassed her. I really want to ask you, do you or do you not live up to the title of a police officer? Don't you know that in the eyes of the law every matter must be substantiated with evidence?"

Ye Xiao's barrage of words left Yang Ming speechless. After all, Yang Ming was the one who had been slapped. How could it be that Ye Xiao seemed to be in the right after such a talking-to?

Ye Xiao's words and the slap quickly drew the attention of several police officers, and when they saw that the person hit was Yang Ming, many of his subordinates were immediately shocked and rushed over.

"Who are you? How dare you hit a police officer? Arrest him!" One of Yang Ming's confidants hurriedly shouted at Ye Xiao.

Ye Xiao smiled faintly, glanced at Yang Ming, and said, "Captain Yang, you'd better swallow your pride, otherwise I'm afraid you'll soon become the subordinate of this person here."

Ye Xiao was referring to none other than Yang Ming's confidant!

The confidant was taken aback by what Ye Xiao said, thinking he was provoking a fight, and said immediately, "What do you mean?"

Ye Xiao chuckled and said, "It means nothing. Yang Ming shouldn't act so high and mighty just because he's an officer. Alright, we're leaving now!"

After speaking, Ye Xiao actually started to leave with Song Jiamin, but now, with many police officers gathering around and Song Jiamin being one of them, it would seem rather inappropriate just to walk away. Thus, Song Jiamin said, "Wait a minute!"

Song Jiamin walked over to Yang Ming and said, "Captain Yang, how are you feeling? Ye Xiao, how could you hit someone?"

At this moment, Yang Ming was at a loss for words. He really wanted to give Ye Xiao a beating, but Ye Xiao's words had genuinely taken him aback. Yang Ming didn't know Ye Xiao's background, but even Han Zhimin was somewhat wary of Ye Xiao. That's why Yang Ming had not hit back immediately after being struck. As a result, everyone now saw Yang Ming in a new light. And now, with Song Jiamin coming to his side as if to support him, Yang Ming instantly felt more assured.

"Jiamin, we are police officers, but now I'm listening to you. Tell me whether we should discipline Ye Xiao or not!" Yang Ming was clever; he didn't want to strike Ye Xiao, but he also didn't want Song Jiamin to think him a coward, so he deliberately asked for her opinion.

Song Jiamin was just as shrewd. Upon hearing Yang Ming's words, she instantly understood his intentions. Although a bit frustrated, she still responded, "Although I am a police officer, I'm just a woman. I really don't know what's best to do in this situation!"

Actually, if Yang Ming had gone to hit Ye Xiao without a second thought, even if he ended up being beaten himself, Song Jiamin's impression of Yang Ming might have changed. But Yang Ming's cunning move truly irritated Song Jiamin.

Yang Ming found himself in a predicament!

Ye Xiao looked at the indecisive Yang Ming and smiled slightly before saying to him, "You must be feeling very resentful right now, aren't you? After all, nobody likes getting slapped. How about we have a chat?"

"A talk?" Yang Ming looked at Ye Xiao, clearly puzzled by what Ye Xiao meant by that.

Ye Xiao walked to a relatively quiet side alone while Yang Ming's subordinates immediately urged Yang Ming, "Captain, give the order to arrest him!"

"Wait a moment!" Yang Ming was uncertain about what to do but couldn't let his fear show. Otherwise, how could he continue to command respect at the station in the future?

Yang Ming slowly approached Ye Xiao!

Everyone, including Song Jiamin, was baffled. Why would Yang Ming, who was always domineering, seem so unaffected after receiving a slap today?

Yang Ming walked over to Ye Xiao and said, "What do you want?"

Ye Xiao chuckled and replied, "That's my line, isn't it? What do you want?"

Yang Ming didn't understand the implication of Ye Xiao's words and looked at him with confusion, asking, "What do you mean?"

"Do you really like Song Jiamin?" Ye Xiao turned his head and looked at Yang Ming with a smile.

Yang Ming saw a pair of clear and innocent eyes and had hoped to glean some insights into Ye Xiao's thoughts, but he was disappointed. He saw nothing, just calm.

"I... Of course, I like her!" Yang Ming, for some reason, found himself somewhat unable to meet Ye Xiao's gaze.

Ye Xiao burst into laughter upon hearing Yang Ming's words.

"Bullshit, what you want isn't Song Jiamin, but the support of Song Jianping. Song Jiamin is no fool—in fact, she's incredibly smart. Do you think she can't see through you? If you think you can climb up the ranks by using Song Jiamin, let me tell you, that's simply impossible. You've been chasing Song Jiamin for more than a day or two, right? What have you gained? Hehe, now I'm giving you a chance, an opportunity to rise to the position of Guard Bureau Chief!" Ye Xiao's voice wasn't loud, but it was audible to Yang Ming. However, it was Ye Xiao's words that left Yang Ming completely stunned.

Yang Ming couldn't believe it. Who was this Ye Xiao, and how could he articulate Yang Ming's thoughts so clearly? What shocked Yang Ming even more was that Ye Xiao claimed he could provide an opportunity for him to become the head of the Guard Bureau. How could that be possible!

"You don't believe me?" Ye Xiao said with a smile as he looked at Yang Ming.

Yang Ming watched Ye Xiao noncommittally.

"Whether you believe it or not," Ye Xiao continued, "I can tell you that Song Jiamin will never be your woman. Blindly pursuing her will only lead to your death!"

Yang Ming stared at Ye Xiao. For some reason, he actually found a bit of truth in Ye Xiao's words.

"Can you really..." Yang Ming asked tentatively.

"There's no need to doubt me. Unless I die, I can guarantee it. But from now on, you must be my man. Do you understand what I mean?" Ye Xiao said.

Yang Ming hesitated. Up to now, Han Zhimin had always been Yang Ming's backer, but what position could Han Zhimin promote him to? Deputy Bureau Chief? Probably the highest he could go. Yang Ming wanted to replace him as the Bureau Chief, but that was utterly impossible. Of course, if he waited ten or twenty years, perhaps it might be possible. But how could Yang Ming be content to wait that long?

In the end, Yang Ming stated, "Fine, I agree. As long as you can secure my career, I am willing to be your man."

Ye Xiao let out a hearty laugh, patted Yang Ming on the shoulder, and headed straight for the Guard Bureau entrance.

Song Jiamin saw Ye Xiao walking towards her, while Yang Ming stood in the distance, unmoving and showing no intention of coming over. This puzzled her. In fact, not just her, many people around were also puzzled, wondering what was going on with Yang Ming today. How could he yield to a young man who looked like nothing more than a student? That young man had even slapped Yang Ming!

"What did you two talk about?" Song Jiamin asked as Ye Xiao pulled her onto the Qirui car. Truth be told, the Qirui parked at the entrance of the Guard Bureau wasn't very conspicuous.

Ye Xiao sat in the driver's seat, buckled his seatbelt, and with a smile said, "Nothing much. I just told Yang Ming that from now on, we should be friends. When Yang Ming heard I wanted to be friends with him, he was immediately drawn by my personal charm. He insisted on forming a brotherly bond with me, but I graciously declined. However, Yang Ming assured me that from now on, he will definitely not chase after a friend's woman again!"

A friend's woman?

Song Jiamin thought for a moment before she understood the meaning behind Ye Xiao's last sentence.

"What are you talking about? Who is your woman?" Song Jiamin snapped.

"I didn't say you were my woman. Don't take it too personally, and don't always lead everything back to yourself," Ye Xiao chuckled.

Just as Ye Xiao and Song Jiamin were driving away from the Guard Bureau, suddenly someone tapped on Yang Ming's shoulder.

Yang Ming turned around and immediately showed a hint of surprise, quickly putting on a smile and saying, "Mr. Han, what brings you here?"

"Can't I come? I just saw Ye Xiao slap you," Han Fei said with a cold smirk looking at Yang Ming.

Upon hearing Han Fei's words, Yang Ming smiled faintly and said, "Yes, but there's no way I can beat Ye Xiao. I just have to accept my bad luck."

"What are you talking about? How can you just accept your bad luck? Today, we have a great opportunity for revenge!" Han Fei said, grinning at Yang Ming.

Yang Ming was immediately puzzled. Revenge? Who could defeat Ye Xiao?

Han Fei seemed to sense Yang Ming's confusion and immediately explained with a smile, "Tonight, I've invited a master to Minghai City. With this expert's help, Ye Xiao is done for!"

Upon hearing Han Fei's words, Yang Ming said in bewilderment, "Who could be that powerful?"

"My cousin, Fu Bin!" Han Fei said with pride.

Yang Ming had only heard about Han Fei having a cousin named Fu, but he didn't know what made this Fu so formidable. However, Yang Ming also knew Han Fei well enough and could tell from Han Fei's expression that this Fu Bin was no ordinary person. Thus, Yang Ming suddenly hesitated, considering whose side he should take.

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