Forces

The Five Elements Sect spared no expense in their hospitality.

Not only was it a five-star hotel, but the suite they were staying in had a total area of over two hundred square meters.

It was fully equipped with a living room, a quiet room, and a lounge area.

As soon as Li Pin entered, the first thing he saw was the bar in the corner of the living room.

The ambient lighting for the bar was already on.

A slender woman, wearing a silver-white camisole nightgown that revealed her smooth, fair back, was mixing red wine.

Hearing the sound, the woman turned around, revealing a face that was both pure and alluring.

"Mr. Li, you're here."

"An Youran."

Li Pin recognized her name.

He then recalled Zhao Yuan's suggestive remark about "activities" at the end of their small gathering and quickly understood why she had his room key.

He glanced around...

His belongings had been tidied up.

Touched?

This arrangement...

He didn't like it.

"Mr. Li, this is a red wine I specially prepared for you. I learned the relevant skills at the Conlifu Winery. I hope you like it."

An Youran approached, holding the red wine.

Her silver, hollowed-out camisole nightgown reflected the light.

"You can go now," Li Pin said.

An Youran's movements stiffened slightly, and then she smiled, "Mr. Li, I know there are some misunderstandings between my sister and you. I'm here to apologize on her behalf. Whatever Mr. Li requires, I will do my best to satisfy. I..."

"If you're here to apologize, you should have her come," Li Pin looked at her.

An Youran's smile became a little strained. After a moment, she said, "Mr. Li... Wanyi she..."

"You can leave," Li Pin said.

How could carnal desire compare to the great desire for cultivation and evolution?

Of course, he didn't reject the possibility of someone accompanying him on his journey in the future.

But that person had to be a soulmate who could touch his heart.

Without a spiritual connection, indulging in carnal pleasure would only corrode his will to practice martial arts.

"Mr. Li..."

An Youran's small face looked a little wronged. "Please give me a chance to atone. Even if Mr. Li wants to punish me, I will have no complaints."

"Atone."

Li Pin shook his head. "You still haven't realized your real mistake. You even think I'm just bullying you, without any reflection on what your sister An Wanyi actually did. Therefore, I don't accept your apology."

He pointed to the door. "You can leave."

"I..."

An Youran bit her lip, which was coated with bright red lipstick. Seeing Li Pin's resolute expression, she ultimately didn't dare to annoy him further. She could only bow and say, "I'm very sorry."

Although she didn't show it on the surface, she was indeed angry inside.

She had already humbled herself and come to apologize, what more did Li Pin want?!

Did her sister just say a few words to him?

She wasn't the one fanning the flames.

Why was all the blame placed on her?

She had lost face because of this public opinion too.

Besides, Li Pin wasn't hurt, so why was he clinging to such a small matter?

He had no gentlemanly demeanor at all.

So disappointing.

After An Youran left, Li Pin took out his phone and called Zhao Yuan.

On the other end, Zhao Yuan seemed a little surprised. "So soon..."

"An Youran was arranged by you?"

"Heh, Martial Master Li, are you satisfied with this arrangement?"

Zhao Yuan said, immediately adding, "Don't worry, Master has gotten acquainted with a director from Star Hall Entertainment through Baron Judy's connections. Everything's been arranged. Martial Master Li, just enjoy yourself."

At this moment, he seemed to think of something: "Could it be that she's being disobedient?"

Immediately after, this flag-bearer of the Five Elements Sect in Jiangzhou let out a cold laugh: "She's practically trying to rebel. Although An Youran has some fame, for a traffic star like her, Star Hall Entertainment gives her resources and she'll be popular. If they don't give her resources, what is she... I'll have Master contact the Star Hall Entertainment director right now."

Li Pin knew that what Zhao Yuan said was true.

The Taibai Kingdom, having been peaceful for a long time and being a developed country, had an extremely developed entertainment industry with countless idols and stars. In such a situation, stars and idols, despite their glamorous appearances, actually held very low status.

To influential figures, these people were merely tools and consumables. Banning them was as simple as uttering a word.

They could even use the traps previously embedded in contracts to make them disgorge all the money they had earned and saddle them with huge debts.

"I know what you mean, but it's not necessary."

Li Pin said, "An Wanyi is the one who caused this matter."

"An Wanyi..."

Zhao Yuan suddenly understood: "I get it. It was our mistake. Martial Master Li, wait for our good news."

"I'll handle my own affairs when the time comes," Li Pin said.

"Martial Master Li should focus on cultivating and upholding the prestige of the martial arts world for our Five Elements Sect. How can such trivial matters delay your precious time," Zhao Yuan said.

Li Pin listened and nodded.

With the Five Elements Sect's connections and channels helping to gather evidence, bringing An Wanyi to justice and sentencing her to a few years in prison would not be a problem.

"Alright then, I'll wait for your news," Li Pin said.

After hanging up the phone, he couldn't help but feel a sense of emotion.

No wonder the Five Elements Sect was confident that once he joined, they could tie him to their chariot.

When people have subordinates, money in hand, and power above, some individuals truly do become mired in it, unable to extricate themselves from the constraints of their status.

The Taibai Kingdom, as a monarchical state, followed a top-down hierarchy. Translating this to Canglong City, those at the very top were naturally the council composed of nobles and Star Refiners.

Only then came the local government and the prosecutor's office.

And due to the entanglement between local councils and major local powers, the influence of wealthy tycoons and leaders of major factions often surpassed that of the local government and prosecutor's office.

As the foremost power in Canglong City's martial arts world, the Five Elements Sect, which also managed a large interest group with total assets in the billions, could definitely be categorized as a major power.

With such a force exerting its influence, Zhang Minglong, the chairman of Hanyang Private University, received a phone call even before Li Pin could rest at the Xingyao International Center hotel.

"Understood! I get it! I will absolutely not allow such reckless and harmful individuals to contaminate the atmosphere of Canglong City's education sector! Yes! Understood! Thank you for your guidance, Elder Brother Tian!"

The chairman responded with firm promises.

After he hung up the phone, recalling the admonishing tone of the superior figure just now, his expression immediately turned grim.

"Damn it, does Jing Gufeng want to get our Hanyang University shut down!?"

An imposing aura emanated from him.

His eyes were cold. After a moment, he picked up his phone and dialed a number.

"Secretary He, please notify all the directors that a board meeting will be held tomorrow at ten o'clock to announce a major matter."

As he spoke, he seemed to think of something: "No need to notify Jing Gufeng."

"Yes," Secretary He's voice responded.