A shop opened across from the company headquarters.
The shop is most famous for its specialty snack: braised beef served in a sealed pot.
Three years ago, with Yu Longyue's help, the owner surnamed Li also expanded his business significantly.
But today, upon hearing that Yu Longyue had returned to Eastsea City and was coming to his restaurant for a meal, Boss Li specially booked the entire place for Yu Longyue and even cooked for him personally.
"Young Master, you've arrived. Please have a seat." Boss Li greeted him with a beaming smile.
" Boss Li, it's been a long time," Yu Longyue replied with a smile.
"Yes, it's been three years since you last came," Boss Li remarked. "You're such a busy person these days; it's rare to have the chance to taste my braised beef again."
"I've been thinking about your braised beef, so I came over as soon as I got back." Yu Longyue looked around and found that the shop had been emptied out and there were no other customers.
"Young Master, I heard you were coming back today, so I immediately had the shop emptied. Don't worry, no one will bother you," Boss Li explained.
Yu Longyue nodded and found a seat.
"Then please prepare a few servings of braised beef in a clay pot for me, I've been looking forward to it for ages," Yu Longyue said with a smile. "And while you're at it, please bring me a complete menu of all the dishes from your shop, you know I have a big appetite."
"Alright, please wait a moment, it'll be ready soon." Boss Li immediately went to the kitchen to prepare it himself.
Before long, a fragrant pot of braised beef was served. Yu Longyue took a bite, and the taste was indeed as delicious as ever. The meat was tender, the broth was rich, and it left a lingering aftertaste.
Not long after they started eating, two bald, burly men walked into the shop. They glanced around and saw Yu Longyue sitting at the very back, and immediately smiled.
"Young Master Yu, we heard you've returned to Eastsea City, so my brother and I came here specifically to pay our respects."
Yu Longyue raised his eyelids and glanced at them. It was Guang Biao and Guang Long, whom he had taught a lesson three years ago. Now, their former arrogance had disappeared, and they were acting like lackeys.
"You've been promoted, Captain of the Mechs! Congratulations!"
"It's all thanks to Young Master Yu's great abilities; we're grateful for Young Master Yu's care." Guang Biao seemed rather simple-minded, treating Yu Longyue with utmost respect. "My younger brother also works as a bodyguard for this store every day. Don't worry, no one will cause trouble!"
"Being bodyguards, huh?" Yu Longyue laughed, continuing to eat. "I didn't ask you to do that. But you guys, did you do something wrong?"
"No, no, we wouldn't dare. If we offended your people again, Young Master Yu, that would be terrible. Besides, my mecha team is just guarding your territory." Guang Biao raised his hand to touch his bald head and explained.
While eating, Yu Longyue glanced at them again and said:
"Then get back to work. My people are here; they need to discuss something. Go back to your post."
"Okay."
Not long after Guang Biao Guang Long left, the boss came in with a group of people.
"I've brought everything." The boss bowed slightly to Yu Longyue with respect.
The others stared in disbelief at the empty plates and bowls on Yu Longyue's table.
How much can this person eat?
"Security Minister, please describe the characteristics and capabilities of the intruders." Yu Longyue elegantly wiped her mouth with a tissue.
The head of security is a Level 89 Soul Douluo; he was transferred from his family to be in charge of security at the company.
They originally wanted to send a Titled Douluo, but the Federation wouldn't allow it, insisting that under Federation protection, he was perfectly safe.
Now he's been slapped in the face; he'll have to go to the Federation later.
The Soul Douluo, recognizing Yu Longyue as the family's crown prince, immediately bowed and reported, "The newcomers are all dressed in black robes, wearing hoods and masks. We do not know their identities, but... their Martial Soul and Soul Skill give me a sinister and chilling feeling. How should I put it, it's like..."
" Evil Soul Master?"
"Yes, but the Evil Soul Master have been gone for a long time, and their organization Holy Spirit Cult, is being hunted down by the three major powers. How could they possibly have spare manpower to attack us?" This was something the Soul Douluo expert didn't understand.
"Because those Shrek students are just good-for-nothings."
Yu Longyue suppressed her urge to make sarcastic remarks and held back.
How large were they? Did they leave any of them behind?
"There were only about ten people, all of them at the Soul Emperor level or above, and three Soul Douluo. They were so well prepared. Before we could even react, they retreated immediately after failing to infiltrate, giving us absolutely no chance."
Upon hearing this, Yu Longyue frowned deeply.
Uncle Song, Wu Changkong, and Gu Yue also entered at this moment.
"Young Sect Master, I followed the remaining clues and have almost found out who the missing people are," Uncle Song said softly. "They were kidnapped and taken towards Aolai City."
" Aolai City? So, they also wanted to kidnap Tang Ziran and his wife, but unfortunately, they came up empty-handed."
"Furthermore, I also discovered a chilling aura emanating from the entire suburbs of Eastsea City, spreading towards the city center," Uncle Song added. "I wanted to approach and investigate, but I felt an overwhelming sense of danger; my intuition told me not to go any further."
Uncle Song is a level 96 Super Douluo, his Martial Soul is the Shadow Dragon, and he's Three-Word Battle Armor Master. If even he feels threatened...
"It seems like the mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind." Yu Longyue took a deep breath. He had just attacked the Spirit Pagoda not long ago, and now it was his turn to be attacked.
"Moreover, their intentions are hostile, and they are well-prepared," Wu Changkong said calmly, arms crossed. "Their target is probably the technology in your company, or the server data, right?"
"They have both, but they probably have an additional objective: to lure me to Eastsea City and kill me here." Yu Longyue sighed and pointed to herself.
Wu Changkong raised an eyebrow:
"Death situation?"
"Most importantly, not many people in our company know that I'm the mastermind behind it all. This is the first time everyone is seeing me." Yu Longyue glanced at the company's people. "How did the Evil Soul Master know that this would lure me to Eastsea City? How were they so sure I would come?"
"Although I fled from Shrek City to Eastsea City when I was very young, outsiders would not think that I was in charge of this company, but rather that someone in my family was helping me. However, the Evil Soul Master still managed to lure me to Eastsea City through this method."
"That's true." Wu Changkong agreed, having spent time in Eastsea City.
"In other words, the mole within the company knows that this company is my brainchild. In that case, I know who it is." Yu Longyue sneered, then looked at the boss...
"Young Sect Master!" The boss was about to express his loyalty when he saw Yu Longyue wave his hand impatiently.
"Get out of the way."
Upon seeing this, the boss quickly stepped aside, revealing his secretary standing behind him.
At this moment, the boss also realized what was happening and suddenly understood.
Yes, in the entire company, only he and his secretary know about Yu Longyue.
He is a member of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, a fact unknown to everyone in the company, including the secretary.
After all, they're just working people in society; knowing too much won't do them any good, plus the family's low-key style...
However, three years ago, when Yu Longyue came to see him, his secretary happened to be present and knew that after that day, he would work entirely for Yu Longyue.
"I'm quite curious, what benefits did the Holy Spirit Cult give you that made you betray the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan?" Yu Longyue chuckled, sizing up the secretary who was merely the Soul King.
" Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon? You're from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon family?" Upon hearing that the company's background was the infamous Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the secretary's face turned ashen, and a wave of regret washed over her.
I'm losing so much money!
For such a tiny bit of immediate gain, they actually betrayed an ancient family with a history of over 20,000 years!
"It seems you're not planning to continue this act." Yu Longyue looked at him with amusement. "Do you regret it? After all, following Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon meant a bright future, but you were momentarily blinded by greed and stepped into the trap prepared for you by the Holy Spirit Cult."
"My lord, I was unaware of your noble status. Please give me another chance..." Before the secretary could finish speaking, his head exploded, and countless pieces of flesh and blood splattered around him, causing those around him to turn their heads away, their faces showing expressions as if they had eaten shit.
Soon, the secretary's soul was forcibly extracted, and then, in front of everyone, the soul let out a wicked laugh:
"Hehehehe, as expected of the little prodigy of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon family. How long has it been? You've already found me. I wanted to stall for a little longer."