Top-tier Unruly Master

Everyone present wore a face of astonishment. Who was Jiang Anbang? He was a fierce figure in Yungang City, causing even Manchester City to tremble at his actions. Yet, such a ruthless character respectfully addressed Ding Fan as "Chief."

At that moment, let alone Chi Lei, few among those present weren't surprised. Jiang Anbang's prestige in Yungang was immense, and there were not many who could command such respect from him.

"Chief, I apologize for the inconvenience. I will handle the matters from here," Jiang Anbang said, his gaze sharply turning towards Chi Lei on the side.

In Yungang, Jiang Anbang was exceptionally influential, well-connected in both the underworld and the establishment. However, when compared to the 3567 Squad, he still fell short.

After all, they were the Imperial Guard. Who could come into contact with them?

When the news arrived that the 3567 Squad was in Yungang, Jiang Anbang was the most eager to respond. He had always wanted to establish connections with Yanjing, and the arrival of the 3567 Squad presented a perfect opportunity.

Watching Jiang Anbang's expression, Chi Lei couldn't help but shudder.

Chi Lei had a deep understanding of the bureaucratic circles. At this moment, by saying those words, Jiang Anbang was clearly choosing to sacrifice a pawn to save the king.

Sacrificing one's subordinates for personal gain was not uncommon in the political arena.

At this point, Chi Lei looked profoundly distressed. He had originally intended to support Jiang Ming and thereby forge a bond with Jiang Anbang. But now, not only had he failed to gain assistance from Jiang Anbang, but he had also become a disposable pawn in his strategy.

"This Chief, don't you recognize me anymore?" Chi Lei quickly changed his expression to one of pleasantry. "We met just last night."

Seeing Chi Lei behave in this manner, Jiang Anbang was initially startled. He turned his head to look at Ding Fan. "Chief, do you know him?"

Ding Fan smiled faintly, remaining silent.

At this moment, Ding Fan certainly understood why Chi Lei claimed to know him—Chi Lei was clearly trying to establish a connection.

Chi Lei was indeed the epitome of an opportunist.

From their first meeting yesterday until just moments ago, Chi Lei had not even glanced directly at Ding Fan.

But now, when his own safety was at stake, Chi Lei hurriedly put on a smile and approached. Indeed, he was an opportunist of the highest order.

"Chief, you know me. You've forgotten. Last night, my father, Chi Jianjun…" Chi Lei said, his face filled with hope as he looked at Ding Fan.

Chi Lei now realized that his safety depended entirely on a single word from Ding Fan. If Ding Fan acknowledged him, everything would be easy; Jiang Anbang would also likely let him off the hook.

But if Ding Fan denied knowing him, Chi Lei understood that not only would he lose his job, but he might also end up spending a few days in a detention center.

Jiang Anbang's character was well-known to Chi Lei; to curry favor with Ding Fan, he would deal harshly with his own.

Ding Fan looked at Chi Lei twice.

At that point, Chi Lei almost knelt down before Ding Fan, his demeanor causing Ding Fan a wave of disgust and bewilderment. How could such a person be the son of Chi Jianjun?

"I know his father…" Ding Fan said flatly.

Though An Chilei was unworthy, he was still the only son of Chi Jianjun. Perhaps it was worth sparing Chi Lei this time, for the sake of Chi Jianjun.

Furthermore, Ding Fan looked down on someone like Chi Lei and did not bother too much with him.

"Vice Mayor Jiang, we know each other, we know each other..." Chi Lei secretly breathed a sigh of relief, nodding and bowing to Jiang Anbang.

Jiang Anbang didn't even look at Chi Lei at that moment, but turned to Ding Fan and said, "Since the chief knows him, let's leave the rest to the chief to deal with. If there's any inconvenience, a phone call will suffice."

Chi Lei was busy nodding and bowing to Ding Fan. Now, his fate was in Ding Fan's hands—a single casual phone call could completely change his destiny.

Previously, Chi Lei had looked down on Ding Fan, but now, not only did he no longer underestimate Ding Fan, he even idolized him highly.

At that moment, Ding Fan was like a god to Chi Lei, a true deity who could control his fate.

After hearing Jiang Anbang's words, Ding Fan did not mind and nodded slightly.

"Dad..." At this time, Jiang Ming hung his head low, looking at Ding Fan cautiously.

Just a while ago, Jiang Ming was clamoring to deal with Ding Fan. But when he saw how respectfully his father, Jiang Anbang, treated Ding Fan, he understood.

Jiang Ming realized that Ding Fan was absolutely not someone he could afford to provoke.

Jiang Ming, relying on his father, used to swagger around Yungang City. Now his father was nothing in front of Ding Fan, let alone himself.

Jiang Anbang had heard of his son's deeds just now. Seeing Jiang Ming approach, Jiang Anbang's face turned dark as iron.

"Such a young age, and yet daring to clash with the chief..." Jiang Anbang said, turning to Ding Fan. "Chief, it was all my son's fault. I will leave the decision entirely up to you."

After hearing Jiang Anbang's words, Ding Fan couldn't help but admire Jiang Anbang.

This Jiang Anbang was truly not losing at mixing it up on the ground in Yungang. He was quick-witted, and in the blink of an eye, he had pushed Jiang Ming beneath Ding Fan's feet.

This was a strategic move to use weakness as a strength.

Huaxia Country was fundamentally a society of interpersonal relationships. Earlier, Jiang Anbang calling Ding Fan "chief" repeatedly and with such respect would make anyone feel obliged to give Jiang Anbang some face.

Although Ding Fan did not care much for trifling formalities, considering he and Cheng Bufan would be staying in Yungang City for a while, and Jiang Anbang was still the Vice Mayor of Yungang.

So from that aspect, Ding Fan still would need the Vice Mayor's help in many areas throughout his stay in Yungang City.

"When a mistake is made, naturally there must be a punishment..." Ding Fan intentionally paused here.

Hearing Ding Fan's words, Jiang Ming looked somewhat panicked and hurriedly glanced at his father, Jiang Anbang. At that moment, Jiang Anbang completely ignored Jiang Ming, making him feel even more uneasy.

"Chief... please forgive me. I won't dare do it again," Jiang Ming pleaded.

Jiang Ming was a spoilt second-generation, but that didn't mean he was an ignorant fool; confronting someone like Ding Fan in arrogance was akin to seeking his own doom.

Ding Fan glanced indifferently at Jiang Ming, then said, "Seeing that you realize your mistake, let's drop the matter. However, to teach you a lesson, from now on, for one month, you'll work as a security guard at this hotel."

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