"Yes." The young woman stood up and spoke in a tone devoid of emotion, "Joe Di, eldest son of Vincent Di from Beijing, real name David Di. His mother is May Xi, the primary heir to Di Pharmaceuticals. Five years ago, Joe Di left Beijing to attend Luojin First High School, entering his second year. In his third year, Joe Di failed his exams, and the Di Family did not arrange a new path for him, leaving him in Luojin. Later, Joe Di married Shen Ziyu of the Shen Family. After just over a year of marriage, Joe Di and Shen Ziyu divorced."
The reason is that Joe Di is Vincent Di's adopted son; Henry Di is the true heir to Di Pharmaceuticals. Afterwards, Joe Di left Luojin and disappeared for a year. Only recently did he return to Luojin, where he found work at Tan's Apricot Hall. At Tan's Apricot Hall, he attended Sylvia Su's birthday party in Yvette Tan's place, and was then discovered by Zane Bi by chance..."
The young woman paused, still standing to the side. There was no need for her to explain further—the rest had already been detailed by Zane Bi.
Quentin Jia looked at Zane Bi, who was kneeling on the ground, and said calmly, "Did you know all of this?"
"I did not know, Master. Please punish me." Sweat beaded on Zane Bi's forehead; he had known none of what his master had uncovered, not even Joe Di's real name, David Di.
He was all too aware of his master's terrifying reputation. Once, a senior disciple had negotiated with a Southeast Asian crime lord in Quentin Jia's name, reaching an agreement without consulting him. After Quentin Jia found out, no one ever heard from that senior again, and the Southeast Asian business was handed to another disciple.
"You knew none of this, yet you took action. That alone is bad enough, but you actually exposed the Peace Arena for a woman..." At this, Quentin Jia's anger flared, and he grabbed the cup in front of him and smashed it down.
The cup struck Zane Bi's forehead, and blood mixed with scalding tea trickled down. Zane Bi dared not move an inch. On the contrary, he felt a faint sense of relief.
What he feared most was Quentin Jia remaining calm—if his master got angry, it meant he was spared from death.
"Lydia Lu, report Joe Di's whereabouts." After venting his anger, Quentin Jia spoke again.
The young woman beside him picked up a notebook, her hands moving across it like a flurry of blossoms. In just a short time, she spoke, "When Riverfront Tower was sealed off, the information I found indicated Joe Di went to Riverford. Just now, I checked the ticketing website and found that Joe Di has gone to Beijing."
"Master, let me go to Beijing. This time, I'll handle it myself—I will make sure to finish him." Zane Bi said eagerly.
His hatred for Joe Di ran bone-deep. If not for Joe Di, he would still be the underground boxing king of Luojin, living a free and triumphant life. All of that had vanished with Joe Di's arrival. He knew well that unless his martial arts broke through to the Profound Tier, creating another place like Riverfront Tower would be nearly impossible.
The only reason he survived this time was likely because Celestia had opened and more people were needed, so his master spared him. Whether it was his hatred for Joe Di or his desire to change his master's opinion, he had to capture Joe Di as soon as possible.
Quentin Jia snorted, "You still don't understand. With Joe Di's ability to easily kill He Shan, going there would be certain death for you. Whether it's fists or brains, you're no match for him."
Zane Bi was unconvinced, but he dared not contradict Quentin Jia.
"Still, since you failed because of Joe Di, you must go. Lydia Lu!" Quentin Jia's gaze fell on the young woman who had been standing beside him.
"Yes, Master." Lydia Lu bowed slightly.
Quentin Jia nodded. "This time, you will take Zane Bi with you to Beijing. After you capture Joe Di, bring that woman named Sylvia Su as well."
"Ah..." Zane Bi exclaimed in surprise. He wasn't surprised that his master was sending Lydia Lu with him—she was superior to him in both skill and cunning, a gap created by talent, not effort. What puzzled him was that his master had been furious at him for exposing the Peace Arena because of Sylvia Su, and now wanted them to bring her back as well.
Quentin Jia said coolly, "If I let the Peace Arena in Luojin get shut down and simply let it go, I wouldn't deserve to stand in the underground boxing world."
...
Beijing is enormous, with twenty-two districts.
According to Hu Qianli, the Ji Family estate is in the Plain Road District. Upon arriving in Beijing, Joe Di wasted no time and took a taxi straight to Taymoon Isle in the Plain Road District.
Though called an island, it was actually just a residential district. Yet, with lakes surrounding it on all sides, it truly looked like an island.
The isle had two entrances, one to the south and one to the north, both heavily guarded. Before Joe Di could even approach, two guards blocked his way.
"What are you doing here?" The taller of the two guards eyed Joe Di warily.
"Benson Ji invited me to treat Stanley Ji. Are you sure you want to stop me?" Joe Di retorted. In Ji Country, not a single guard had dared to block his way before.
The two guards showed no surprise at Joe Di's words. Instead, their eyes took on a mocking look. Joe Di realized he wasn't the only one trying to sell his medical skills here—the Ji Family must have grown tired of it, which was why no one was allowed to announce themselves.
Especially given his large backpack and young age, it was clear he didn't look like a reputable doctor. He might not even get through the gate this time.
"Old Ji told us that from now on, no imposters are allowed in here. Are you sure you want me to call the police?" The tall guard practically repeated Joe Di's words back to him.
If it were just for money, Joe Di wouldn't bother trying any further. But today, he wasn't here just for money—he was after an auction ticket.
After arriving, he realized he barely knew anyone here. He only learned the Ji Family could get auction tickets because Hu Qianli had mentioned it.
Even with Hu Qianli's connections to Celestia, all he could do was tell Joe Di where to get the tickets—not offer any more help. Joe Di knew that if he didn't seek out the Ji Family, he might not get a ticket even after the auction was over.
Joe Di surveyed the area. Everyone living here was either wealthy or powerful, and security was extremely tight. Still, if he was determined to get inside, there were ways.
Forcing his way in was out of the question—he'd have to sneak in.
As darkness fell, Joe Di decided tonight was the night to sneak in. Whether the Ji Family believed him or not, as long as he could cure Stanley Ji, that would be enough.
(That's all for today's update. Good night, friends!)