Chapter 282: Chapter 282

The three people who could still stand knew clearly that if they rushed up, Ding Fan would bash them so badly that even their grandmothers wouldn't recognize them. But if they did not charge, their boss had been beaten into such a pathetic state—how could they be any better off?

Yet, as mere underlings, they hadn't done anything. Later on, how could their boss possibly spare them?

Just as those three were pondering what to do, the long blare of a police siren approached from a distance. Upon hearing the sound, the trio nearly broke down and cried.

Having been thugs and hoodlums for so many years, they would usually have been terrified and bolted at the sound of a police siren. But today, upon hearing it, the three of them were almost moved to tears.

"You guys, hands on your heads and squat down." A police car stopped in front of them, and two officers jumped out of the vehicle.

The three gangsters who could still stand were very cooperative, immediately placing their hands on their heads and squatting down.

Mary watched the gangsters with amusement; the sight of these hoodlums encountering the police was like seeing kids reunited with their parents.

Police and hoodlums were natural enemies. Ding Fan really had traumatized these few crooks psychologically.

"You... hands on your head and squat down!" At that moment, an officer approached Ding Fan, who was still arrogantly standing with his hands in his pockets, and spoke somewhat loudly.

Just then, Mary walked over without a word, and threw a business card directly at them.

Seeing Mary's distinguished air, the officer hesitated to underestimate her. As he took the business card from Mary, he immediately looked more serious.

His gaze at Mary and Ding Fan then shifted to one of wariness.

"My friend and I have other matters to attend to, so we'll leave the rest to you," Mary said to the officer. Without waiting for a reply, she walked back to her car.

Ding Fan was taken aback; after all, he was part of the group that did the beating. This matter shouldn't have just blown over like that. But just then, the officer nearby saluted him.

"We won't disturb you two any further, take care…"

Ding Fan glanced at Mary, who was starting the car; he understood that her influence had played a role. Follow current novels on 𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭•𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮•𝘯𝘦𝘵

Just a business card had made the police very wary of him. Seems like Mary also had quite a remarkable background.

Ding Fan looked at the men he had injured. "What about them?"

"These individuals are from the West Ring Racing Gang; we've been after them for some time. You have contributed greatly to the peace and prosperity of Yanjing. If you have time, come by the police station to receive a good citizen award..." an officer told Ding Fan.

A good citizen award!

Brother Hua's underlings looked at each other, all thinking the same question: just what kind of force had they provoked? Not only had they been beaten up, but the other party got off scot-free and even managed to snag a good citizen award.

These men dared only think these thoughts internally, not voicing them out loud. After all, they weren't fools; how could someone who commanded such respect from the police be ordinary?

Ding Fan pondered for a moment, then without another word, he got into Mary's car. After the car revved its engine furiously, it sped off out of sight.

"Officer, we've been old friends, right? What's the deal with that young couple?" At this moment, Brother Hua, lying on the ground, spoke to one of the officers.

The officer glanced at Brother Hua. "Someone even our bureau chief can't afford to provoke..."

Finishing his sentence, the officer began calling the headquarters to request additional vehicles and personnel.

Brother Qiang stared in the direction where Ding Fan and Mary had vanished, lost in thought.

A person even the police chief couldn't provoke—just how powerful was he... How had he unwittingly offended such a formidable figure…

"You're so cool, truly a man worthy of Mary's attention!" Mary praised Ding Fan while driving.

"Those gangsters… You could have easily handled them with just a phone call," Ding Fan remarked nonchalantly.

Mary pouted. "But that would be so boring. Guys like them need to be dealt with by someone like you, thoroughly taught a lesson."

Ding Fan glanced at Mary.

Pure and harmless-looking with a tall, slender figure… From her appearance alone, she seemed like a sunny, innocent girl.

But if you were deceived by her appearance, you'd be at a loss. This little girl's cunning was not to be underestimated, and she could easily trap you if you weren't careful.

"Stop the car ahead, I'll get off there," Ding Fan told Mary.

At this, Mary suddenly looked pitifully distressed. "Brother Fan, could you please help me with something?… My cosmetics store is nearby, and we've got a few unruly employees. Could you help me discipline them a bit?"

Mary took the portrayal of pitifulness to the extreme. Although Ding Fan knew she was acting with him, faced with such an expression from a girl, Ding Fan found it hard to refuse.

"I'm not good at managing employees..."

"It's okay, Brother Fan. There's really no need for you to discipline anyone. I just want to invite you over for a cup of coffee. You know, if it weren't for you today, those thugs might have bullied me to death. Anyway, I really need to thank you!" Mary said, her eyes actually beginning to redden.

Ding Fan checked the time. At this moment, heading back didn't pose any issue; Mei Li was looked after by Mu Zi and others. Since Lin Qingqing had arrived in Yanjing, his security duties were directly taken over by the Special Police Force. After all, Lin Qingqing was a member of the Lin Family and a major celebrity, so Ding Fan didn't need to worry about her safety.

"Alright, then I can only stay for a while," Ding Fan said helplessly in the face of Mary's relentless persuasion.

"Brother Fan, I'm just worried that once you come over, you won't want to leave," Mary said, her face revealing a mysterious smile.

Immediately, Mary floored the accelerator, and after a harsh screech of the tires grating against the ground, the car sped off...

Mary's car eventually stopped in front of a building in the city center.

This building, although not towering into the clouds, was very tall.

"Please go ahead." After parking the car, Mary gestured politely to Ding Fan.

Ding Fan followed Mary into the building without hesitation.

Mary only rented two floors in the building, the 11th and the 12th floors. Along the way, Ding Fan didn't say much, just followed behind Mary.

The two took the elevator to the 11th floor. When the elevator doors opened on the 11th floor, a pleasant fragrance wafted out.

It was the scent of perfume, spread through the air, which was actually quite comforting to breathe in.

"Mary, who is this handsome guy? He's so good-looking. I've been wondering why I haven't seen him at the company for so many days."

Just after Ding Fan and Mary exited the elevator, a tall, beautiful woman approached.

This tall beauty was quite attractive. However, her pair of long, fair legs added many points to her, classifying her among the top beauties.

Indeed, what affects a woman's overall appeal isn't just her face. It's like many men, upon first seeing a woman, often observe her legs. The legs contribute significantly to the overall rating.

The tall beauty's eyes scanned Ding Fan up and down as if she had X-ray vision. Ding Fan even felt as if he was standing naked in front of her...

"Xiao Xi, feeling greedy? We're sisters, and I'm not one to forget friendships for romance. If you like him, you can have a share," Mary said firmly.

"Sure, just don't cry about it later," the tall beauty retorted, truly composed as she walked up to Ding Fan, extending her delicate hands, her eyes smiling. "I'm Xiao Xi. If you find Mary too tough to handle, sister is always welcoming you."

As she spoke, she sent a flirty wink to Ding Fan.

Ding Fan internally broke into a sweat. Indeed, as the saying goes, 'Birds of a feather flock together.' Mary is uninhibited and casual, and so are her friends...

Although Ding Fan felt a bit uncomfortable, the beauty had generously reached out, so it would be rude to be awkward.

"I am Ding Fan, a friend of Mary."

As Ding Fan shook hands with the tall beauty, it was merely a fleeting touch, after which he withdrew his hand. Xiao Xi couldn't help but giggle at his cautious behavior.

"Young Master Ding, you really are adorable..."

Watching Xiao Xi laugh heartily, Ding Fan didn't feel adorable at all. He felt more like he was being flirted with.

"Wow, a handsome guy..."

Just as Ding Fan was pondering how to deal with the relentless advances of the tall beauty Xiao Xi, a series of noisy footsteps approached, and instantly, three or four gorgeous figures appeared in front of Ding Fan.

These beauties directly surrounded him in the middle. Chirping and fluttering like birds, even someone as stoic as Ding Fan might have struggled to keep his composure if he were anyone else.

"It's working hours now, do you even consider me, your general manager, anymore? I need to discuss some matters with Young Master Ding in the office. Don't disturb us..." At that moment, Mary intentionally frowned as she spoke.

"Ah... a moment of spring night... endure it well, Young Master Ding," Xiao Xi teased at the side.

Mary, whose serious expression had been a pretense, burst into laughter. "You cheeky Xiao Xi, let's see if I can let you off easily!"

Mary chased after Xiao Xi, and soon, the corridor was filled with the sound of joyful laughter...

Watching this scene, Ding Fan's face was lined with exasperation.

Had he stepped into a den of female gangsters?