Chapter 95: History Won't Repeat Itself?

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This scene left everyone stunned!

Before Lin Beifan could say a word, Old Sun was the first to scold Fatty Wang.

"You shameless fool! In our line of work, deals are made with integrity—money in one hand, goods in the other, no backing out! Even if we suffer losses, we have to accept it!"

"If everyone reneges on their deals the moment they realize something is valuable, how can the antique trade survive? If you can go back on your word, then others will too, and this business will be completely ruined!"

"If you can take back what you've sold, then what about those you've swindled? Should they come knocking on your door for a refund?"

The surrounding collectors also voiced their anger.

"Selling at a high price and snatching it back once you realize its worth—what kind of business is that?"

"You're nothing but a profiteer!"

"You've broken the rules of our trade!"

"No matter what you say, I won't sell it! That's final!" Fatty Wang stood his ground, determined to play the rogue until the end.

Lin Beifan narrowed his eyes. "Fatty, are you sure you want to go back on the deal?"

"That's right! I'm taking it back—what can you do about it?"

Fatty Wang clutched the antique tightly in both hands and smirked. "This is an authentic Wang Zhen worth over three billion—one of a kind! Do you think I'd just let you have it for a bargain? Don't worry, I'll transfer the money back to you later. I'll even give you ten million as compensation—so you won't suffer a loss!"

Lin Beifan sighed. "It seems there's nothing more to discuss. Let's go."

Fatty Wang beamed with triumph.

But beside him, Angkor felt his heart sink.

Would history repeat itself?

In his previous life, Fatty Wang had crossed Lin Beifan over a fake antique.

The result? He not only went bankrupt but also lost his freedom, ending up with nothing.

Back then, Lin Beifan had only been swindled out of a few million.

But this time, Fatty Wang had taken something worth billions right in front of him!

How could he possibly let this go?

Angkor didn't even need to think about it—Lin Beifan's revenge would be terrifying!

This fat fool!

After reliving an entire lifetime, he hadn't even had the chance to take revenge, and yet he'd already offended Lin Beifan again!

Couldn't he curb his greed for once?

Angkor quickly stepped forward. "Mr. Lin, wait!"

Lin Beifan turned to him. "Something wrong, Brother Wu?"

"I think my boss might need a moment to reconsider. Let me talk to him."

Lin Beifan shook his head. "Too troublesome. I prefer my own methods."

Angkor grew even more anxious. "Mr. Lin, please, just give me a chance!"

Lin Beifan finally nodded. "Alright, since you're so insistent, I'll give you a chance."

Angkor let out a breath of relief. "Thank you, Mr. Lin!"

Lin Beifan patted his shoulder and smiled faintly. "Brother Wu, do your best. But don't worry—even if you fail, I have my ways. If he dares to swallow it, I'll make him spit it back out!"

A chill ran down Angkor's spine.

Without wasting time, he turned to Fatty Wang and gestured. "Boss, let's talk in private."

Fatty Wang feigned reluctance. "Alright, let's talk."

The two stepped into the courtyard.

The moment they were alone, Fatty Wang dropped the act, grinning excitedly. "Angkor, do you realize what we just did? This is an authentic Wang Zhen worth over three billion—the only one in the world! If I hadn't played hardball, I might not have gotten it back!"

Angkor was furious. "Fatty, you almost got yourself into huge trouble just now—do you even realize that?"

Fatty Wang frowned. "Trouble? What trouble?"

"You dared to snatch Lin Beifan's Wang Zhen! That's a national treasure worth billions! What do you think he's going to do to you?"

"Him? He's just some spoiled rich kid. What can he possibly do?" Fatty Wang scoffed. "Haven't we faced worse? We've ventured into ancient tombs, seen all kinds of dangers. You think I'd be scared of some young master?"

Angkor shook his head. "You're clueless. He's far scarier than any corpse we've encountered. Those things can only harm our bodies—but he? He plays with people's minds. He can make you suffer to the point where you can neither live nor die!"

Fatty Wang was still unconvinced. "Is he really that scary? I don't buy it."

"He's even scarier than you can imagine! Let me put it this way—if you dare to steal from him today, he'll make sure you return it tomorrow. And not just that—he'll make sure you rot in prison for the rest of your life! Everything you have will disappear overnight!"

Angkor thought back to their past life.

Back then, they had met Lin Beifan under similar circumstances.

Within days, Fatty Wang lost his entire fortune and ended up in prison.

After his release, they tried to make a comeback, only to be crushed again and again.

No matter how far they ran or how well they hid, Lin Beifan always found them.

For a lifetime, they lived in his shadow!

Angkor had been reborn with the determination to change his fate—he refused to let Fatty Wang repeat the same mistakes!

Fatty Wang hesitated. "You're not lying to me?"

"When have I ever lied to you?"

"Then... is it really that serious?"

"Fatty, I'm telling you—return Wang Zhen right now!" Angkor's voice was firm.

"But it's rightfully ours! Why should we return it?" Fatty Wang protested.

"I'm doing this for your own good! If you don't return it, then I'll have no choice but to take it back myself and hand it over. Don't blame me when that happens!" Angkor's tone left no room for argument.

Fatty Wang was stunned.

This was the first time he had seen his best friend this serious.

He began to panic. "Angkor, are you serious? We grew up together! We've been through everything! And now you're siding with an outsider? Are you really going to betray me?"

"I have never betrayed you!" Angkor grabbed Fatty Wang by the shoulders, his voice trembling. "Fatty, I don't want to lose you again! Do you understand?"

Fatty Wang was shaken.

For the first time, he saw the raw sincerity in his friend's eyes.

"Wang Zhen is important, yes. But your life is more important! If we lose an antique, we can always find another! But if I lose you, I can never replace you!" Angkor's voice was filled with emotion.

Fatty Wang opened his mouth. "Am I really that important?"

Angkor nodded. "More than anything."

Fatty Wang hesitated again. "More important than Liu Ma?"

Angkor's face darkened. "Get lost!"

Fatty Wang sighed. "Fine, fine… Here! Take it!"

Reluctantly, he handed over Wang Zhen.