Chapter 63: Using Power to Oppress

"Group Leader Tian Xiao!"

"Not today," Tian Xiao responded coolly.

The tremor of rage in Wang Yunfei's body was evident. He had never suffered such humiliation in his life. Today, a day of celebration for his promotion, he had been humiliated in front of everyone—his bodyguard knocked unconscious, his authority questioned, all because of a young man. The sting of this affront was unbearable.

At twenty-four, Tian Xiao was an upstart, still so young, so brash. But Wang Yunfei's pride was more wounded than his physical body—he could barely contain his anger. He had come here to assert his dominance, to assert his position as the highest authority, yet he was now being made to look weak.

Suddenly, the sound of a gun being drawn echoed in the still air.

Shocked gasps filled the room. Wang Yunfei pulled a Desert Eagle from beneath his uniform, aiming the barrel directly at Tian Xiao's forehead.

"I told you to stop!" he barked, his voice filled with menace.

Gasps of surprise came from all directions. Those from the command center, the tower, and the logistics department—who had been in awe of the efficiency of the security team—were now stepping back, terrified by the sight of the highest-ranking officer pointing a gun at the head of the security leader.

The scene turned into an unexpected spectacle, one that could only be described as a standoff between gods.

Some people on the sidelines were hoping for a showdown. They whispered among themselves, "Shoot him! This is going to be good!"

The tension in the air was thick. The bodyguards who had followed Wang Yunfei were frozen, not knowing how to act. They had been tasked with protecting the boss, but this was far beyond their comprehension. They never imagined a confrontation of this scale.

One of them began to sweat profusely. With a gun drawn in this manner, Wang Yunfei was at risk of being reprimanded by headquarters. Worse, the incident would be officially recorded. He was already thinking about the consequences—perhaps even facing a disciplinary warning on his very first day.

Tian Xiao, however, remained unflustered. His gaze never wavered as he casually extended a hand and gently pushed the muzzle of the Desert Eagle aside.

"While our security uniforms may not be the most advanced, they are still bulletproof. Do you really think you can shoot faster than the chip inside?" Tian Xiao said with an almost bored tone.

The crowd fell silent as they processed what he had just said. It was only then that the tension began to loosen.

The security team's uniforms were designed to resist bullets. Even a high-powered handgun like the Desert Eagle could barely pierce through them.

Everyone's gaze shifted between Tian Xiao and Wang Yunfei. The tension was palpable.

Wang Yunfei's face shifted between various expressions. The moment he had drawn his gun, he had already regretted it. Pointing a weapon at Tian Xiao without justification—especially in front of so many witnesses—was bound to bring consequences.

As if on cue, the room fell into an eerie silence.

The supervisors from the command center and logistics department tried to smooth things over, but as soon as they took a step forward, they were met with the barrel of a gun pointed at them by two members of the security team.

Seeing this, they quickly retreated, realizing the severity of the situation.

All eyes turned to Tian Xiao.

This had escalated quickly. Wang Yunfei, once so confident and in control, was now helpless. He had handed Tian Xiao the leverage he needed to take command of the situation.

As expected, Tian Xiao handled the matter with poise, just like Luo Fei had done in his prime. Luo Fei, the former leader, had never dared to act this decisively in dealing with the likes of Lin Xu. Tian Xiao, on the other hand, was playing his hand expertly, taking advantage of Wang Yunfei's arrogance.

Those present, including Chen Wuling, felt a sense of satisfaction. They had watched Wang Yunfei become ensnared in his own trap, and now it was time for the final blow.

Chen Wuling, his face twisted in frustration, finally broke the silence.

"Tian Xiao, what are we going to do now?" he asked.

Tian Xiao took a moment to think. It was a delicate situation. Arresting the bodyguards would likely provoke Wang Yunfei and escalate things further. It was clear that Wang Yunfei had powerful connections, but Tian Xiao also knew that pushing too hard could bring unwanted scrutiny from headquarters.

Tian Xiao took a breath, his tone measured. "Today should be a day of celebration for the base. Our new general has arrived, and I have been promoted to head of security. This is a double joy for the base. Let us not let a small misunderstanding ruin the festive atmosphere. General Wang, don't you agree?"

The mood began to shift.

"Yes, it's the staff's fault for not handling things better," Wang Yunfei quickly added, eager to defuse the situation. He could already sense the repercussions if this continued.

He reholstered his gun with a sigh of relief. "Alright, I will take full responsibility for this incident."

Tian Xiao turned to his men. "Collect the weapons," he ordered coldly.

Chen Wuling and Lin Hu immediately complied, their guns clicking as they disengaged the safeties.

Tian Xiao, maintaining his calm demeanor, continued, "For the sake of General Wang, let's pretend today's incident never happened. Vice-Group Leader Chen, please hand the unconscious bodyguard over to General Wang's men."

"Understood," Chen Wuling replied, though he couldn't help but feel a surge of frustration. He had expected Tian Xiao to take a much harsher stance, but Tian Xiao had chosen a more measured approach.

The atmosphere lightened considerably.

Wang Yunfei, who had braced himself for the worst, now felt a sense of relief wash over him. Tian Xiao had chosen to overlook the incident, sparing him from the full weight of the consequences. This was, in a way, a victory for Wang Yunfei.

"Group Leader Tian Xiao, your methods are impressive. I admit I underestimated you. Today, I owe you a favor," Wang Yunfei said, his voice dripping with condescension but laced with a note of respect.

"I believe from now on, we can coexist peacefully. Let's avoid any further conflict."

Tian Xiao smiled slightly, his eyes cold and calculating. "Of course."

Wang Yunfei was beginning to realize just how formidable Tian Xiao was. From the beginning, Tian Xiao had kept the reins firmly in his hands, letting Wang Yunfei believe he had control until it was too late. Every action, every word had been deliberate. It was as if Tian Xiao had anticipated every move Wang Yunfei would make, and each response had been perfectly timed to keep him in check.

But Wang Yunfei was not the type to give up so easily. He wasn't finished yet.

"By the way," Wang Yunfei said, his voice dark with a hint of malice, "while standard combat suits might be able to stop most bullets, this Desert Eagle of mine is a custom model. It uses armor-piercing ammunition that can easily penetrate through your suit. It was a gift from Vice President Yan Qing, in honor of my graduation from the Tianlong Military Academy."

Gasps spread through the room. Yan Qing!

Yan Qing was the executive vice president of the company and one of its most influential figures. Wang Yunfei's connection to him could only mean one thing: Wang Yunfei was a man with powerful backing.

Tian Xiao's pupils contracted slightly. He hadn't expected Wang Yunfei to have such connections. This was his ace in the hole—his real weapon.

The atmosphere turned tense once again.

Wang Yunfei continued, his voice filled with arrogance, "You see, your standard security uniforms, and even your shotguns, will be useless against me. I'm afraid you're no match for my custom gear and firepower."

A low murmur of dissatisfaction spread through the security team. "What a show-off," someone muttered under their breath.

"His combat suit is better than ours, his weapon more advanced, his physique stronger. What's he implying—does he think he can take us all down single-handedly?"

Tian Xiao clicked his tongue, unimpressed. "Fall back," he ordered. He wasn't going to be intimidated by Wang Yunfei's posturing.

Suddenly, a stealthy craft descended from above. It was a modified Bluebird, one of the company's advanced aerial vehicles, and it had just deactivated its cloaking mechanism. As it hovered overhead, the heavy machine guns mounted on its wings were slowly retracted.

Wang Yunfei's confident grin faltered as cold sweat broke out on his forehead.

Chapter 63: Using Power to Oppress (English Version)

"Group Leader Tian Xiao!"

"Not today," Tian Xiao responded coolly.

Wang Yunfei was trembling with rage. He had never been so humiliated in his life. Today was meant to be a day of celebration—his promotion was supposed to mark a new beginning. But instead, he found himself publicly embarrassed, his bodyguards knocked out, and his authority questioned—all because of a young man. His pride had taken a massive hit.

Tian Xiao was just twenty-four—too young, too brash. But Wang Yunfei's