Courtyard House: My Wife is Xu Huizhen

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For years, they have been fiercely competing in the business arena, each unwilling to yield to the other, and every competition is full of tension.

If you want to take the initiative and ensure that your interests are not harmed, the most direct and effective way is undoubtedly to eliminate those competitors who may steal your business.

Sending someone to kill himself and He Yuzhu might seem like an easy decision to some people.

However, they clearly underestimated He Yuzhu's true strength, which led to a crushing defeat in their first encounter. They paid a heavy price, not only failing their mission but also losing two of their most capable assassins, causing them to lose face in the martial arts world.

Although the reasoning behind this is simple and easy to understand, Huo Yingdong was still filled with resentment and anger towards Gao Laorong and the others at this moment. He even wished he could immediately send top experts to wipe them out and eliminate them completely to prevent future troubles.

The anger in his heart was like a raging fire, and he wished he could burn his enemy to ashes immediately.

But he also knew that acting impulsively would not solve the problem and that a long-term plan was needed.

In this complex landscape of the business world and competitive business environment, rash actions will only worsen the situation. We must think calmly and formulate a comprehensive response strategy.

He paced back and forth in the room, his brow furrowed, pondering every possible scenario and how to respond.

"So, what are your plans right now?" Fok Ying-tung asked impatiently.

He was eager to know He Yuzhu's views on the current situation and his plans to deal with it. After all, He Yuzhu was always resourceful and could always come up with clever ways to resolve crises at critical moments. His wisdom was well-known in the martial arts world and was praised by many people.

After a moment of contemplation, He Yuzhu replied, "We must not let this assassination attempt delay our bidding process. The best course of action is to remain on hold for now."

His eyes were firm, like cold stars twinkling in the night sky, and his tone was calm, as if he had already grasped the development of the entire situation and was confident about the future.

Following that, He Yuzhu methodically explained his upcoming plans to Fok Ying-tung.

It turned out that there were only two days left until the bid deadline, and at this critical moment, any delays caused by the assassination attempt were absolutely unacceptable.

This bid is of great importance, as it relates to their future development strategy in Macau. Success would bring them huge commercial benefits and development opportunities, and it is a crucial step for them to open up the Macau market. They must not let a small gain lead to a big loss.

The bidding process involves a complex web of interests. Once successful, they will occupy an important place in the business landscape of Haojiang, gaining substantial profits and extensive networks of connections.

Fortunately, the women who were at home in Hong Kong had all reached a state of perfection, and their skills were so high that they could protect themselves without any danger.

Each of them possessed superb martial arts skills and was quite famous in the martial arts world. With their outstanding strength, they carved out their own niche in the martial arts world.

Their martial arts skills are all unique. Some are skilled in swordsmanship, their swords flashing like dragons, their cold light gleaming; others are skilled in fist techniques, their fists whistling and powerful.

Just now, He Yuzhu called home and repeatedly told them to be careful and cautious during this period and to ensure their safety.

During the phone call, He Yuzhu spoke earnestly and gave detailed instructions on various precautions, urging them to minimize going out, strengthen home security measures, and remain vigilant to prevent the enemy from taking advantage of any vulnerabilities.

He instructed them to remain vigilant at all times, pay attention to their surroundings, and take immediate action if any unusual situation arises.

Now that he had no more worries about his home, He Yuzhu made a decisive decision—he had to change his residence.

After all, staying in this bustling, chaotic international hotel was far too dangerous, and they could very well become the target of another enemy attack.

This international hotel is bustling with people every day, a complex mix of various forces, including businessmen, tourists,江湖人士 (jianghu figures), and all sorts of people with ulterior motives.

If the enemy wants to strike again, there are many opportunities, and it is impossible to defend against them. Here, they are as if they are exposed to the enemy's guns, and they have no sense of security whatsoever.

"Changing the location is indeed a wise move. Even finding a villa on short notice wouldn't be difficult," Huo Yingdong nodded in agreement.

It's important to know that Yip Hon and his associates are veritable local tyrants in Macau, and the power they wield is considerable.

In this land, they have extensive connections and are well-informed; there is almost nothing they cannot accomplish. Finding a villa to stay in temporarily is a piece of cake for them.

They have deep roots in the underworld and business circles of Macau, and know all sorts of people, from government officials to underworld bosses, and can speak to anyone they can.

Chapter 566 Rescue

At this moment, He Yuzhu spoke up, "Why don't we have Ye Han arrange a villa for us? For the next two days, we won't go anywhere else; we'll just stay here and keep an eye on them!"

His lips curled up slightly, revealing a mysterious smile, as if he had already laid an invisible net, just waiting for the enemy to walk into it.

He already had a meticulous plan in mind to make the enemy pay a heavy price for their actions.

He Yuzhu's plan was actually very simple and direct: to wait for the rabbit to run into the tree stump.

However, what is puzzling is why Lin Wanting was still tightly bound by He Yuzhu even though she had already chosen to surrender and offer her body.

It turns out that He Yuzhu's move was precisely to use her and Xu Changfeng as perfect bait to lure the enemy into a trap.

After all, news of their capture would likely reach Gao Laorong's ears soon.

Gao Laorong had numerous informants in Macau, and his information network was extremely fast, like an invisible intelligence network. No matter what happened, it could not escape his eyes.

He had placed informants in various hotels, casinos, and teahouses so that he could be informed immediately of any important news.

As expected, Gao Laorong must have already informed Zhao Yunhai of this news.

Based on the current situation, Zhao Yunhai is probably already on a plane and is rushing here anxiously.

When Zhao Yunhai learns that his apprentice has been captured, he will certainly not stand idly by. Given his personality, he will definitely come to rescue him personally, which is exactly what He Yuzhu is hoping for.

He knew Zhao Yunhai's character well; he was loyal and righteous and would never abandon his apprentice. This was a key part of his plan.

Huo Yingdong, who was standing to the side, nodded slightly after hearing this, indicating his agreement with He Yuzhu's plan. He then dialed Ye Han's number.

After the call was connected, it rang a few times before Ye Han's voice came through.

Huo Yingdong briefly recounted the events to Ye Han. Upon hearing that the two had been attacked at night, Ye Han was shocked and nearly dropped his teacup.

He was well aware of the seriousness of the matter. If his two distinguished guests were to get into trouble on his turf, he would lose face in the martial arts world, and it would also trigger a series of troubles and crises.

His reputation will be severely damaged, and it may even attract the covetousness and challenges of other forces.

He then hurriedly led his men to the scene of the incident.

As he ran, he gathered his men and arranged various countermeasures, feeling extremely anxious and wishing he could fly to Huo Yingdong and He Yuzhu's side immediately.

When he rushed to the International Hotel, he was filled with anxiety, fearing that he would see Huo Yingdong and He Yuzhu in a state of utter misfortune.

Throughout the journey, various terrifying images kept flashing through his mind, and he unconsciously increased his speed considerably.

However, when he finally saw the two of them standing there unharmed, his heart finally settled down, and he breathed a long sigh of relief.

A relieved smile spread across his face, thankful that things hadn't gotten any worse.

He stepped forward with a face full of guilt, bowed deeply to Huo Yingdong and He Yuzhu, and said apologetically, "I am so sorry, you two! I never thought they would be so heartless as to send assassins to deal with you."

Ye Han felt guilty for what had happened in Macau. As a local tyrant, he felt responsible for failing to protect his guests and was filled with self-reproach and guilt.

He felt he had failed in his duty to maintain order and safety for guests in Haojiang.

He Yuzhu waved his hand, his face also showing surprise, and replied, "This is indeed beyond our expectations. To be honest, the gambling business in Macau is only worth two or three million, which is a small amount of money we really don't care about. Who would have thought that the other party would be so unscrupulous as to send assassins to try to take our lives? What was originally a good business has now been turned into a bloody battle in the underworld. It's truly despicable!"

He Yuzhu felt utterly disgusted by Gao Laorong and his gang's actions. In his view, using assassins for such a small amount of profit was a breach of the code of honor in the martial arts world, and such behavior was utterly despicable.

He felt that the martial arts world should have its own rules and regulations, and that such reckless behavior would lead to chaos.

At this moment, Ye Han walked over. He was quite influential in the area. After negotiating with the hotel, he successfully led everyone to escort Xu Changfeng and Lin Wanting downstairs, without encountering any obstacles along the way.

When the hotel staff saw Ye Han arrive in person, they all cooperated fully and dared not slack off in the slightest. After all, Ye Han's influence and status in the local area were undeniable, and they dared not offend him easily.

Ye Han spoke sharply to the hotel management, emphasizing the seriousness of the matter and demanding their full cooperation, otherwise it would bring unnecessary trouble to the hotel.

Ye Han had already prepared the vehicle and was waiting outside. After everyone got into the car and sat down, the car slowly started and drove towards the destination.

After uttering a few harsh words, Ye Han slowly put down the phone, his brows furrowed, and fell into deep thought.

The cold, busy tone from the receiver still seemed to echo in his ears, making him realize more clearly that the enemy's dispatch of assassins to attack was not an impulsive act, but a carefully planned and orchestrated one.

It is not hard to deduce that they must have already anticipated the series of chain reactions that this action might trigger, so they will inevitably further strengthen their security and defense measures to make Taixing Company as solid as an iron barrel, with no leaks.

Ye Han knew in his heart that the power he possessed was insignificant compared to the vast and deeply rooted influence of Taixing Company, like an ant trying to shake a tree.

In this dog-eat-dog world, the gap in strength often means a lack of voice, and it means that when facing a powerful opponent, one may be trapped in a passive and helpless situation.

Thinking of this, Ye Han couldn't help but feel a sense of guilt. He slowly turned to He Yuzhu, his voice filled with helplessness and apology, and said, "Mr. He, I am really sorry. We do not have enough power to fight back and defeat them in this matter."

In fact, He Yuzhu had already heard about Taixing Company's strength from the very beginning.

This company has been navigating the business world for many years, leveraging its substantial financial resources to continuously expand its business scope, venturing into multiple fields and accumulating astonishing wealth.

In the shipping industry, they own a huge fleet with routes all over the world; in the real estate sector, they develop numerous properties occupying prime locations in cities; and in financial investment, they are adept at manipulating large amounts of capital, making waves in the stock and futures markets.

In terms of personal connections, Taixing Company is adept at cultivating relationships, maintaining close ties with powerful figures and political leaders from all walks of life, and weaving a complex and unbreakable network of connections.

They frequent high-end social events, fraternize with government officials, and collude with business tycoons. Their influence is like an invisible force that permeates every corner of society, making them a force to be reckoned with.

In comparison, Ye Han, Ye Deli, and Ye Beihai are much weaker.

Whether measured by financial resources, their capital reserves are far inferior to those of Taixing Company. In commercial competition, once they encounter a crisis such as a broken capital chain, they may fall into an abyss of no return. Whether measured by military strength, their armed forces, whether in terms of personnel numbers or the sophistication of their weapons and equipment, are significantly inferior to those of Taixing Company.

If it weren't for the strong support from the newly appointed Governor of Macau, Sir John Macquarie, Yip Hon and his associates probably wouldn't have dared to step forward and challenge Tai Hing Company.

After all, Yip Hon had already experienced two fierce competitions for a betting license before this, but the final results were not satisfactory.

In the first two bids, Yip Hon bid directly at the government-mandated minimum price, hoping to win the gaming license with his sincerity and the principle of fair competition.

However, he never expected that Taixing Company was secretly manipulating things behind the scenes, making the so-called guaranteed price a number that gave no hope of successfully obtaining a gambling license.

On the surface, they seem to be participating in fair competition, but in reality? It's more like they're just running a marathon with Taixing Company that they have no chance of winning.

Tai Hing Company easily secured the gambling license, while Ye Han and his team could only helplessly watch their efforts go to waste, filled with resentment and anger.

However, things are different now. This is the third time that a gaming license has been contested, and the situation has changed dramatically compared to the past.

This time, Ye Han and Ye Beihai invited Ye Deli to join the battle, and Ye Deli then strongly urged He Hongshen to come out of seclusion and help.

With everyone working together, they attempted to break Tai Hing Company's long-standing monopoly on the gaming license market.

He Hongshen had always coveted the gambling business. He knew that in this industry full of opportunities and challenges, once he successfully entered it, he could potentially gain unimaginable wealth.