Chapter 121: Dragon King Zhao Tian, A Disgrace to Men!

When Angkor returned from his injury, he found his colleagues all staring at their phones, completely engrossed.

"What are you all doing? It's work hours, and you're just playing on your phones?!" he exclaimed.

"Oh, Xiao Wu, you're back!" An older colleague greeted him with a smile, still holding his phone. "We're reading a novel! It's a new release, highly recommended by Mr. Lin. He absolutely loves it!"

"He even said that if there's nothing urgent at work, we can read this novel, and he won't make a fuss about us slacking off. So, naturally, we're all reading it!"

"I have to say, this novel is truly unique! I've lived for so many years, but I've never seen anything quite like it! Luckily, I'm a woman, so I can empathize with the female lead. Otherwise, I'd be completely poisoned by it!"

Angkor was confused. "What exactly are you talking about?"

"Dragon King: The City's Son-in-Law!"

"The City's Son-in-Law, the Dragon King?" Angkor frowned.

Hearing the title, he immediately thought of Dragon King Zhao Tian.

Because it fit him perfectly.

"By the way, Xiao Wu! Even though you're favored here, you should still read a few chapters of this novel. That way, you'll have a common topic to discuss with Mr. Lin—it's an unspoken workplace rule, you know?"

Angkor nodded. "Got it. But since I just got back, I should report to Mr. Lin first."

With that, Angkor went straight to Lin Beifan's office and knocked on the door.

"Mr. Lin, my leave is over. I'm here to report in!"

"Brother, you're back! Haha!" Lin Beifan beamed, putting down his tablet and standing up. "You're just in time! I have a novel recommendation for you—I guarantee you'll love it!"

"Is it 'Dragon King: The City's Son-in-Law'?"

Lin Beifan laughed. "So you've already heard about it! Yes, that's the one! Let me tell you, this novel is a masterpiece! It's about a legendary figure—a man from a wealthy family—who spends his days washing his wife's feet!"

"The author is a genius!"

Lin Beifan's face was full of admiration. "Just describing how he fetches water to wash her feet is written in such a heart-wrenching way! The male protagonist, Zhao Tian, is portrayed as so utterly useless and humiliated—it's incredible! I can't help but applaud every time I read it!"

Angkor was stunned. "Mr. Lin, what did you just say? The protagonist's name is Zhao Tian?"

Lin Beifan nodded with a grin. "That's right! He even has another title—the Dragon King! Isn't that hilarious?"

Angkor nodded vigorously. "Yeah… really hilarious."

"Come here, brother! I've already downloaded the novel on my tablet. Have a look!"

"Then I have to see this for myself!"

Angkor eagerly took the tablet.

After reading the introduction and the first three chapters, he was already convinced—the protagonist was none other than the Dragon King Zhao Tian he knew.

The same name and title.

The same family background and wife.

The same son-in-law status.

The same foot-washing routine.

The same narcissistic personality.

And most importantly… the same smug squint when feeling triumphant!

There was no doubt—this novel was based on the real Zhao Tian!

"What kind of grudge, what kind of hatred must someone have to expose another's darkest history like this—making it known to the entire internet?!" he thought.

"Whoever wrote this… well done!"

But who could it be?

It couldn't be Lin Beifan—his conflict with Zhao Tian wasn't this deep, and he wouldn't go to such lengths.

Then, it could only be one of Dragon King Zhao Tian's other enemies.

Someone must have had enough of his arrogance and decided to take revenge in the form of a novel—brilliant!

"Forget it. No need to overthink. I'm here to enjoy the show!"

So, he continued reading with enthusiasm.

Not skimming over lines, but savoring every word, afraid of missing any golden moments.

When he read about Zhao Tian getting slapped by his wife, he applauded.

When he saw Zhao Tian washing the feet of his wife, her driver, her secretary, a deliveryman, and even her pet dog—he was so thrilled he slammed the table!

"Satisfying!"

"Refreshing!"

"Pure catharsis!"

It soothed so much of the frustration he had held inside.

Lin Beifan chuckled. "Brother, do you like it?"

Angkor nodded excitedly. "It's amazing! I haven't read anything this entertaining in a long time!"

Lin Beifan laughed heartily. "Haha! I knew you'd love it!"

Angkor burst out laughing. "It's too well-written! I need to meet the author—I want to reward him generously and encourage him to keep writing! I hope he drags this story out to millions of words! Hahaha!"

Lin Beifan nodded in agreement. "Great minds think alike!"

"Huh? The author just updated with another 10,000 words! Time to keep reading!"

And so, the two continued to devour Dragon King: The City's Son-in-Law together.

From time to time, they exchanged knowing glances and burst into laughter, enjoying the mutual understanding.

The atmosphere in the office was delightful.

Meanwhile…

Angkor's phone buzzed with a new text message.

Man in Black: You returned to work today. Any updates on Lin Beifan?

Angkor's eyes flashed with amusement.

"I was just reading a novel, and look who showed up!"

Over time, he had suspected that the mysterious "Man in Black" he had been communicating with was, in fact, Dragon King Zhao Tian himself.

Angkor replied: No, everyone's just busy.

Man in Black: Busy with what?

Angkor: Reading a novel.

Man in Black: What novel?

Angkor: 'Dragon King: The City's Son-in-Law'.

Man in Black: …

At Longya Capital Headquarters…

Dragon King Zhao Tian, holding his phone, shattered his cup in rage. His face turned livid.

Through gritted teeth, he muttered, "That bastard is actually reading that damn novel?!"

Man in Black: I forbid you from reading it!

Angkor: I'll read whatever I want. Can you stop me?

Angkor: This novel is hilarious! Such a powerful man, reduced to a son-in-law, washing his wife's feet every day, getting slapped constantly—I've never seen such a pathetic protagonist!

Man in Black: …

Angkor: Dragon King Zhao Tian is a joke!

Man in Black: …

Angkor: Dragon King Zhao Tian is just a doormat!

Man in Black: …

Angkor: Dragon King Zhao Tian is whipped!

Man in Black: …

Angkor: Dragon King Zhao Tian is a disgrace to men!

Man in Black: …

Angkor: HAHAHAHAHAHA!