Chapter 287: Your Training Isn't Up to Par

Zhou Ming observed Xing Yuan silently. Despite the explicit and shocking behavior he was exhibiting, which could easily be the subject of a restricted novel, Zhou Ming had no doubt about Xing Yuan's experiences. After all, he was a legend himself, and most people who become wealthy are not exactly law-abiding citizens. Otherwise, why are the most notorious womanizers often those who are the most cunning business people? Especially in this era, many early successes were built on exploiting policy loopholes and having a bit more daring.

Compared to modern entrepreneurs, those from this era had a more rugged, outlaw vibe. Many of them were downright streetwise scoundrels. For example, this Jiangnan legend, Mr. Xing, was rumored to be a loafing good-for-nothing before his rise to fame. Who would have thought that just a few years later, he would become a wealthy giant of Jiangnan?

Even now, despite being a billionaire, he couldn't shed his bandit-like demeanor, reveling in stripping the arrogance off artistic women and dominating them, such as bringing the vice-director and her daughter from his old troupe to play with him, and now shamelessly toying with the twin sisters in front of him.

Xing Yuan's statement about making money to indulge in women and using women to motivate himself was not entirely misguided. After all, wealth and lust are basic desires for men. But a truly clear-headed and mature entrepreneur would never casually talk about such things. Such overt displays of vulgarity were a turn-off.

"You know, Zhou Consultant, you might not realize it, but that bitch pretended to be shy and innocent when she first accompanied me. But a bitch is still a bitch; soon enough, she was incredibly wild. Just a touch and her water was all over my hand…" 

As Xing Yuan's talk became increasingly outrageous, it was clear that the content was designed to provoke a reaction, pushing the boundaries of decency. Zhou Ming quickly interrupted, "Alright, Mr. Xing, no need to elaborate on the inappropriate details of your activities. I understand why you brought this up and the real reason behind this dinner invitation. What exactly are you trying to say?"

Despite his vulgar manner, Xing Yuan was not unintelligent. He could distinguish between what was important and what was not. He released the twin sisters he had been hugging and said, "As I mentioned, my two main interests are making money and indulging in women. So, today's dinner invitation is based on these two points."

"First, regarding the highway funds, have you reconsidered? We can still discuss it…"

Before Xing Yuan could finish, Zhou Ming cut him off, "Sorry, Mr. Xing, I don't think we need to discuss this further."

Xing Yuan shrugged with regret, "Alright, I was willing to concede some benefits…"

Xing Yuan paused deliberately, intending to tease Zhou Ming. But seeing Zhou Ming's lack of reaction, he continued, "If the first issue is money, then the second is naturally women."

Xing Yuan embraced the twin sisters again and asked Zhou Ming, "Would you like to spend some time with these twin sisters? I could arrange for you to have them for a few days. Despite how they look, they've only been with me, so you can imagine the pleasure of being with two identical women."

"Stop!" Zhou Ming said, "What exactly are you trying to get at?"

"I'll be straightforward," Xing Yuan said, "I have taken a liking to Reporter Shen. I know she's your woman, but I'm very interested. I wonder if you could give me a chance to be with her? Of course, I won't let you suffer; as compensation, I can let you have Xiao Yan and Xiao Bing for a few days or even give them to you…"

Before Xing Yuan could finish, the door to the private room suddenly burst open. Shen Xin stormed in, grabbing a bottle of wine from the table and throwing it in Xing Yuan's face. She then pointed at him and shouted, "What kind of person are you? How dare you treat our women like this? You're nothing but a beastly scum!"

Xing Yuan, drenched in wine, did not get angry. Instead, he licked his lips and said to Shen Xin, "I didn't expect Reporter Shen to be so fiery. I like this kind of spicy personality. It's much more exciting than dealing with someone who's passive or like a lifeless corpse. I wonder if Reporter Shen is as spirited in bed?"

Seeing Xing Yuan's unrepentant behavior, Shen Xin trembled with rage. "You bastard, you're nothing but a rogue scoundrel!"

Xing Yuan laughed heartily, "It seems that people in Hong Kong City are indeed civilized. Your insults are losing their bite. I still think 'beastly scum' is harsher. I wonder if Reporter Shen, when undressed, is as 'civilized'?"

"You scum, I'm going to kill you!"

Shen Xin lunged at Xing Yuan but was held back by Zhou Ming, who said, "Xin Xin, don't be impulsive."

"Zhou Ming, let me go! I have to kill this bastard!" Shen Xin struggled, deeply agitated.

Xing Yuan laughed joyfully, "Reporter Shen, I suggest you listen to Zhou Consultant. Don't get too worked up. If you use up all your energy now, you'll have none left for later."

"Xin Xin, don't get worked up. You'll only harm yourself," Zhou Ming whispered in her ear.

Shen Xin calmed down, realizing that as a woman, she couldn't match a man's strength. She stopped struggling and turned to Zhou Ming, who gave her a reassuring look.

Seeing Shen Xin finally calm down, Xing Yuan said, "That's right, women should obediently follow men's arrangements. Don't you agree, Zhou Consultant?"

Zhou Ming nodded, "Yes, indeed. Taking initiative without permission is quite unacceptable."

"Seems like Zhou Consultant agrees with me. Or do you have an interest in Xiao Yan and Xiao Bing? Planning to spend a pleasant night with them?" Xing Yuan asked with a smirk.

"Who wouldn't want the twin sisters Xiao Yan and Xiao Bing? But can you just let them sleep with anyone?" Zhou Ming asked.

"Of course, otherwise, why would I make them seek life or death! Right?" Xing Yuan said, giving the sisters a firm squeeze on their soft chests. The girls could only endure the pain and nod vigorously.

Xing Yuan bragged to Zhou Ming, "See? My training is spot on. As for Reporter Shen, you need to work harder!"

"Mr. Xing, you're absolutely right. I still have a lot to learn about training women. Shen Xin shouldn't have thrown wine at you or reacted so angrily. It's really unacceptable," Zhou Ming said.

Shen Xin stared at Zhou Ming in disbelief, wondering how he could side with Xing Yuan. Could all men be such lustful creatures, controlled by their lower halves?

"Xin Xin, watch how it's done," Zhou Ming said, and Shen Xin bit her lip, watching him.

Zhou Ming picked up a towel from the table and started wiping the wine off Xing Yuan's face, all the while muttering about how unacceptable it was.

"It's indeed unacceptable. Women should focus on serving men. Why bother knowing anything else? But don't worry, Zhou Consultant. Hand Shen Xin over to me, and I'll make sure she's obedient after a few nights," Xing Yuan said.

"Seems like Mr. Xing has a real talent for handling women!" Zhou Ming said with a smile.

Shen Xin's eyes widened, not because of Zhou Ming's words, but because she saw Zhou Ming slowly wrap the towel around his hand and, while Xing Yuan was distracted, reach for a nearby bottle of wine.

With a loud smash, the bottle shattered over Xing Yuan's head. Xing Yuan was stunned, unable to move, and could only stare at Zhou Ming in shock.

But Zhou Ming still maintained a apologetic demeanor. He held Xing Yuan's head and said, "Really, Xin Xin was too harsh. She shouldn't have used wine; sulfuric acid would have been better. And getting angry with someone like Mr. Xing isn't worth it. Why not just beat him up? Make a few holes in his head—much more effective than any words. Don't you agree, Mr. Xing?"

Hearing Zhou Ming's words in such a remorseful tone filled Xing Yuan with a chilling fear. He wasn't afraid of loud shouts and table-thumping but dreaded Zhou Ming's cold and sudden ruthless actions.

Zhou Ming then said with surprise, "Oh! Mr. Xing, you're bleeding. Let me take care of it. Just a bit more, and it'll be fine."

"And Mr. Xing, since you've trained Xiao Yan and Xiao Bing so well, how about having them call the police or an ambulance? I'm worried you might be in danger," Zhou Ming said kindly.

Looking at Zhou Ming's smile, Xing Yuan felt a terror akin to encountering a devil's grin.

Xing Yuan desperately waved his arms, "Call the police! Call an ambulance!"

But the twin sisters were frozen with fear, staring at the blood trickling down Xing Yuan's face, unable to move.

Seeing this, Zhou Ming smiled slightly, "It seems Mr. Xing's training isn't as effective as it should be. Let me show you how it's done."

He turned to Shen Xin and said, "Reporter Shen, please call an ambulance for Mr. Xing."

As a journalist, Shen Xin, despite being a financial reporter, had strong composure. Hearing Zhou Ming's request, she promptly smiled and took out her phone. "Sure, Mr. Zhou, I'll handle it right away."

Shen Xin's calm demeanor and quick action were a stark contrast to the terror-stricken twin sisters, who remained paralyzed by fear, unable to act.

Zhou Ming continued to smile as he watched Shen Xin make the call, his demeanor calm and collected. Meanwhile, Xing Yuan, now in a daze and feeling the sting of pain, could only gaze at Zhou Ming with a mix of shock and helplessness.

Zhou Ming approached Xing Yuan and said, "You see, Mr. Xing, your so-called training really isn't up to par. Sometimes, it takes a different kind of approach to get results."

As Shen Xin finished making the call, she turned back to Zhou Ming, who gave her a reassuring nod. She was still visibly shaken but maintained her composure, knowing that help was on the way.

Zhou Ming then addressed the twin sisters, who were still standing there in shock. "You two, it seems you've been subjected to quite an ordeal. Don't worry, once the ambulance arrives, things will be taken care of."

The sisters could only nod numbly, their fear evident.

Zhou Ming looked back at Xing Yuan, who was slowly regaining some of his senses, though still in a state of shock. "You see, Mr. Xing, the way you've been training and treating people really isn't acceptable. I hope this serves as a lesson. It's better to treat others with respect and fairness rather than relying on brute force and intimidation."

With that, Zhou Ming calmly waited for the ambulance to arrive, his demeanor composed and unruffled, contrasting sharply with the chaos and pain unfolding around him.