Suppressing the Protagonist at the Start to Seize the Heroine

“I wonder what Master will send. It must be significant if he’s making a special delivery for it.”

Thinking this, Xiao Chen was already looking forward to it.

“No matter who you are, if you’ve offended me, Xiao Chen, you are undoubtedly doomed.” The image of Su Lin’s handsome face appeared in Xiao Chen’s mind, with a surge of murderous intent rising in his heart.

Su Lin must die.

Unaware that he was on Xiao Chen’s hit list, Su Lin had just had his strength elevated to a significantly higher realm by the system.

“Energy projection, is this the hallmark of a grandmaster?” Su Lin felt as though he had an endless supply of energy.

Just a moment ago, he waved casually at the table in front of him, and the force directly sent a teacup flying, embedding it firmly into the wall.

He couldn’t imagine what would happen if he were to unleash his full power with such a strike.

“No wonder they say grandmasters don’t need any fancy techniques. Ordinary moves could severely injure an opponent, just the energy projection alone is so fierce, who could withstand it? A direct palm strike might even be lethal.”

Just then, Luo Sihai hurriedly knocked on the door: “President Su, Miss Qin of the Qin family is here to see you, she’s in the lounge.”

“What does Qin Jiuyue want with me?” Responding, Su Lin picked the teacup off the wall: “Such a nice aluminum teacup, and now it’s ruined.” Shaking his head, Su Lin opened the door and walked out.

Just reaching the lounge, Qin Jiuyue stood up from her chair and ran towards Su Lin: “Su Lin, are you okay? Are you injured?”

Su Lin let Qin Jiuyue fuss over him, wondering if she was taking advantage of him if not for the concern written all over her face.

“Sister Jiuyue, I’m fine. What’s got you rushing over to Sihai Group? Just to check on me?”

Qin Jiuyue responded: “It’s all because of that Li Ziyu. I heard she came looking for trouble with you, even bringing two martial artists. I was so worried I had to come see you.”

“Er… she came to discuss cooperation with me. How could she possibly harm me?” Su Lin said, amused.

“Don’t try to fool me. Do you think I’m a fool? Just yesterday, Luo Sihai pledged allegiance to you, and then Li Ziyan died. Today, she brought two grandmasters with her. Clearly, she’s up to no good,” Qin Jiuyue said with a skeptical look.

Touched by her words, Su Lin replied: “Really, there’s nothing wrong. Li Ziyu and I are indeed discussing cooperation.”

“Ziyu?” Qin Jiuyue stared straight at Su Lin.

Su Lin faced her calmly: “Is there a problem?”

“No… It seems you really are cooperating. I was worried for nothing,” Qin Jiuyue said self-deprecatingly.

Su Lin laughed heartily: “There’s no such thing as unnecessary worry. I’m glad you’re concerned, Sister Jiuyue.”

“Su Lin, Donghai is quite chaotic recently. How about you go back to Zhongjiang for a while and return after things settle down?” Qin Jiuyue said with a complex expression.

“Eh? Sister Jiuyue, what do you mean by that?” Su Lin pretended not to understand.

“Sigh… That Lin Tian died the other night, right in my grandfather’s conference room. Li Ziyu’s legendary fiancé showed up, also a martial arts grandmaster. My grandfather said it’s very likely he was the one who killed Lin Tian.”

After saying this, Qin Jiuyue looked at Su Lin.

If she didn’t know Su Lin knew martial arts and was quite powerful at that, she might have thought the same. However, she suspected Su Lin might be involved.

She was worried that Su Lin’s involvement in these events would ultimately anger the Li family, leading to fatal consequences. Thus, she wanted to persuade Su Lin to return to Zhongjiang.

Su Lin hadn’t expected Qin Jiuyue’s thoughts to be so intricate. Despite having limited information, she managed to deduce his involvement in the matter based on mere hints.

Su Lin sighed, “Sister Jiuyue, some things can’t be avoided. Do you know who Li Ziyu’s fiancé is? It’s that guy we encountered at the square that night, Xiao Chen.”

“What? That scoundrel? So, you’re saying Li Ziyan’s death was caused by you?” Qin Jiuyue gasped.

Su Lin nodded, “Exactly. At the time, we even joked about how he would kill someone if displeased. Turns out, he really did. With such temperament, how could I possibly avoid him?”

Considering that a few words from Su Lin led Xiao Chen to order Li Ziyan’s death, Qin Jiuyue felt sure that Xiao Chen’s personality wouldn’t allow him to let Su Lin off the hook.

She asked worriedly, “What should we do?”

Su Lin gently ruffled Qin Jiuyue’s hair, “Don’t forget, I’m also a martial arts grandmaster. Why should I be afraid of him?”

Thinking of Su Lin’s martial prowess, Qin Jiuyue felt slightly reassured, “This person is too evil, resorting to killing at the slightest provocation. No, I must help you deal with him.”

Su Lin laughed, “You want to help me deal with him?”

“Sister Jiuyue, no offense, but your martial prowess is lacking. You’re like a mascot at home. What makes you think you can take him on?”

Qin Jiuyue, brimming with pride, said, “You’re underestimating me. Although I may not be strong in combat, being a mascot doesn’t mean I’m easy to bully. Considering this matter started because of me, watch me go and stir things up with my grandfather.”

Thinking of Qin Jiuyue’s mischievous traits, Su Lin couldn’t even imagine how she would spin the story, but given Qin Dushu’s intelligence, he would surely make a big deal out of this. After all, the Qin family wouldn’t want to see the heir of the Ghost Doctor marrying into the Li family.

Brilliant, indeed.

Su Lin gave her a thumbs up, “I forgot you had this tactic. Brilliant.”

“Hehe, this is my talent. Watch me go to my grandfather and complain. With Xiao Chen being Li Ziyu’s fiancé, my grandfather will surely stand up for me.”

Su Lin nodded, “Of course, the beloved Qin family’s Xiaoyue attracts all the love and care. The scandal of being harassed will make people laugh.”

Qin Jiuyue playfully hit Su Lin’s arm, “Harassed? He tried to kidnap me! Abduction!!!”

“Thankfully, you were there, Su Lin, to thwart his scheme and prevent him from succeeding.”

Su Lin patted his head, “Right, right, abduction!”

Qin Jiuyue’s concocted story of abduction was full of holes; any martial arts grandmaster could easily kidnap her without trouble. However, Su Lin believed that Qin Dushu would take it seriously and wouldn’t doubt it for a second.

Looking at Qin Jiuyue, Su Lin realized her cunning wasn’t inferior to Li Ziyu’s.

“Mhm, make sure you remember that. If anyone confronts you, just stick to that story. After all, you’re a martial arts grandmaster and the son of Su Zhenguo; no one’s going to mess with you.”

Su Lin couldn’t help but laugh, “Sister Jiuyue, you’ve got it all figured out.”

“Hmph, just listen to your Sister Jiuyue. I wouldn’t steer you wrong.” Then, somewhat shyly, she asked, “Su Lin, are you free this afternoon?”

Thinking of Zhao Yanyan, who he had put through a lot yesterday, he felt it was only right to stay by her side and take care of her in the afternoon.

So, he replied, “I might not be free in the afternoon. Is there something you need, Sister Jiuyue?”

Disappointed, Qin Jiuyue shook her head, “No, I just wanted you to take me out for some fun, but it’s a pity you’re busy.”

Su Lin smiled, “I might be busy in the afternoon, but I’m free all morning until lunch.”

“Really? That’s wonderful.”