After quite a while.
Only after some time did Victor Chu's anger subside a bit. But just thinking about that man's threats over the phone made him grit his teeth in hatred—how dare someone threaten me, Young Master Chu? Just for that, I won't let you off.
Thinking this, he dialed a number on his phone. When it connected, he ordered imperiously, "Boss Xue, I want you to get all the information on Shayan Jade Boutique's boss Hannah Han in Riverstone City and everything related to her, as fast as possible. Money's no object!"
Warren Xue was the big boss of Suncrest City's underworld.
"Young Master Chu, rest assured. I'll get you what you need as quickly as possible!"
After hanging up, Warren Xue's face showed a hint of disdain. If Victor's father weren't the mayor, he wouldn't bother being so polite—he might've cut Victor's tongue out ages ago.
But he knew this kid had amassed over two billion by strong-arming and shady deals over the years. Since the fat sheep came knocking, he planned to bleed him dry.
Thinking that, he called for Fox to come to his office.
Fox was his strategist and intelligence officer, as well as his brother-in-law, so Warren trusted him completely.
"Brother-in-law, send someone to Riverstone and look into someone named Hannah Han—she's the person in charge at Shayan Jade Boutique."
......
Second floor of Shayan Jade Boutique, Vivian Su's office.
Hearing Ian Song speak so domineeringly, Vivian Su couldn't help but worry. She knew Ian's relationship with the Nangong Family was very close, but their influence was limited to Riverstone.
So even the Nangong Family couldn't do much about Victor Chu. Where did Ian's confidence come from? Or was he just being impulsive and winning a war of words?
Hannah Han, on the other hand, trusted Ian more—not because she knew his secrets, but out of a woman's intuition.
"Alright, this will be settled soon, so don't worry. How about we go shopping instead?" Ian wrapped his arm around Hannah's waist and grinned.
"Mm, okay." Hannah nodded.
Watching the affectionate couple leave, Vivian Su rubbed her temples in exasperation. Suddenly, an idea struck her, and she picked up her phone to call Nathan Nangong.
The call connected, and Nathan Nangong's gentle voice came through the receiver: "Xiao Su, what is it?"
"Mr. Nangong, it's like this..."
Vivian Su quickly explained the whole situation.
Nathan Nangong paused for a moment and said, "Since Young Master Song said he could solve this, he definitely can. You don't need to worry!"
Vivian was completely stunned by Nathan's words, secretly wondering who Ian Song really was, that even Nathan Nangong trusted him so much.
"Also, do your job well over there. Don't let Young Master Song down!" Nathan's voice sounded again.
"Don't worry, Mr. Nangong. I'll do my best!"
After ending the call with Nathan Nangong, Vivian was finally at ease. She began sorting through the plans and schemes she and Hannah Han had just discussed for the new branch...
In the blink of an eye, it was already noon.
Ian Song and Hannah Han headed to a restaurant together.
After lunch, it was already one o'clock, but Victor Chu still hadn't come to Riverstone City to apologize.
So Ian picked up his phone and called Elaine Ling: "Collect all evidence of Chester Chu's crimes—go all out!"
"Boss, I've already gathered all the evidence against Chester Chu. Do you want me to send it over?" Elaine replied proudly.
"How many years could he get?" Ian asked.
Elaine said, "Life imprisonment is more than enough."
"Good. Submit it directly to the Tianhe State Discipline Inspection Commission!"
"Okay, Boss!"
After finishing the call with Elaine Ling, Ian continued his day out with Hannah Han, playing and shopping. Before they knew it, evening had arrived.
Suncrest City, California Hotel.
Chester Chu, the mayor, was dining with an investor.
The atmosphere was lively, with laughter and frequent toasts.
Suddenly, the private room door was pushed open. Three young men in black suits, looking serious, walked in.
"Who are you? Who let you in here?"
Chester Chu's face darkened, his official aura flaring as he angrily demanded,
The leader smiled coldly: "Chester Chu, we're from the State Discipline Inspection Commission. I'm Derek Zhang, Section Chief of the First Division. We've received a verified real-name report and confirmed the evidence, so please come with us to cooperate with the investigation!"
All the officials present blanched at the mention of the State Discipline Inspection Commission.
Especially after hearing the rest, everyone instinctively edged away from Chester Chu.
As for Chester Chu himself, he was completely stunned. The next moment, he sprang to his feet, glaring at Derek Zhang and his men: "I don't believe you're really from the State Commission. Show me your credentials!"
"Still struggling at death's door, huh? Here, take a look!" Derek sneered, handing over his ID.
When Chester Chu saw that Derek's credentials were genuine, he deflated like a punctured balloon, slumping instantly.
Watching Chester Chu collapse into his chair, Derek Zhang waved his hand in disgust: "Take him away!"
Galaxy Years Club, a large entertainment venue.
Tonight, Victor Chu was partying here with a bunch of fellow princelings.
Just as he was groping two young models, his phone rang.
Annoyance flashed across his face, but when he saw the caller ID, he picked up anyway, sounding impatient: "Hong, what do you want?"
Hong was Harvey Hong, his father's secretary.
Harvey's anxious voice came through: "Victor, your dad's been taken away by the State Commission. Looks serious—he'll have a hard time getting out of this. You'd better get ready, maybe go hide for a few days until things settle down!"
"What?!"
The news left Victor completely stunned. His dad was in trouble, and without him, Victor's fortune and his ability to run wild in Suncrest would vanish.
If his dad was finished, all the people he'd wronged and robbed would come after him for revenge.
The thought made him tremble all over. He shoved the models aside and bolted for the exit—he'd already decided to run!
But he couldn't figure out how his dad had been taken away by the State Commission with no warning at all.
Just then, his phone rang again.
He glanced at the number—it looked familiar. Soon he remembered: wasn't this Hannah Han's number?
Why would she call at a time like this?
Could his dad's trouble be the work of that man who threatened him?
Suspicious, he answered the call. The same calm male voice came through: "Victor Chu, are you getting ready to run?"
"What do you mean?" Victor replied gloomily.
"Heh. I told you—if you don't come apologize within three hours, you'll bear the consequences. Chester Chu getting arrested is just the beginning. Next, you can slowly enjoy the set meal I've prepared for you!"