The thick, inky nightfall enveloped the entire city. A black Rolls-Royce moved silently down the street, almost blending into the darkness like a massive beast. The wheels barely made a sound as they rolled over the pavement. Inside the car, Maggie Jiang lounged lazily against the soft leather seats, her eyes unintentionally drifting toward Chase Jiang's face. The dim yellow streetlights flickered through the car window, dancing on his sharp profile, highlighting his extraordinarily handsome features.
"This man... is he sent by the system to mess up my plans?" Maggie Jiang thought to herself in frustration. "I just want to complete my role and earn my reward, so why is the original male lead Chase Jiang's character suddenly collapsing?"
Since Maggie Jiang had crossed into this she had been carefully following the script, but Chase Jiang's recent actions were throwing her off track. Thankfully, according to the original storyline, Chase Jiang would be called back to the capital by his family in a week, and their next meeting wouldn't be for at least six months. "As long as I can survive this week, I'll be able to relax for a bit," she reassured herself.
The upcoming meeting between Ethan Su and Chase Jiang was undoubtedly a key turning point in the current situation. Despite Chase Jiang being tight-lipped about the meeting location, Maggie Jiang, as the second young lady of the Jiang family, had many connections, and this small problem was no challenge for her. "Looks like tomorrow I'll need to find time to personally check out what they're plotting," Maggie Jiang decided, a glint of determination flashing in her eyes.
At the same time, the bar street of Tianhai City was already illuminated with vibrant neon lights, creating a sea of flashing colors. Bella Yang, dressed in black, walked with furrowed brows, resembling a ghost in the dark night. She quietly arrived at the entrance of a bar and pushed the door open. The loud music and the smell of smoke and alcohol hit her immediately. Without hesitation, she made her way straight to the bar.
A middle-aged man with a scar over his brow was already waiting for her. When he saw Bella Yang, he gave her a subtle nod. After she sat down, the man spoke in a low voice, "I've heard about today's incident."
"Uncle Zhang, I'm sorry. It's my fault, I messed up." Bella Yang picked up her glass and downed it in one go. The spicy liquid slid down her throat, burning her stomach. Uncle Zhang was her mentor after she joined Dragon Gate, and the two had grown close over the past year, spending almost every day together.
"It's not entirely your fault," Uncle Zhang said slowly, his fingers casually tapping on the bar. "Perhaps it was one of the subordinates who made an error. The matter is still under investigation. But that's not important right now. What matters is what you plan to do next. I've already spoken to the elders. The assessment hasn't officially begun yet, and they're willing to give you another chance. You can go to Jingyuan City and start over. How do you feel about that?"
Bella Yang paused for a moment, then sank into deep thought. After a while, she firmly shook her head. "Uncle Zhang, I appreciate your kindness, but I don't want to leave. I don't think the Su family will cancel my engagement with Ethan Su. The assessment should proceed smoothly. Even if the next five years will be tough, it's fine. I have confidence in myself!"
Uncle Zhang didn't look up, but instead fiddled with his glass, asking out of the blue, "To be honest, do you have other plans?"
Bella Yang's expression froze for a moment, her face slightly reddening. She hesitated before mumbling, "Well… I think Ethan Su is really great."
"You like him?" Uncle Zhang asked.
"Mm." Her voice was soft but firm, with a determination that couldn't be ignored.
"But he doesn't like you. In fact, he's strongly opposed to this marriage. Right now, he's trying to convince the Su family to call it off."
"Is that true?" Bella Yang's face showed shock as her glass almost slipped from her hands.
"Of course. I have no reason to lie to you. Now, do you still want to go through with this?"
Bella Yang downed another glass of alcohol, the liquid swirling in her stomach, making her gaze even more resolute. "Yes, I'll stick with it. He may not like me now, but time is on my side. I believe I can change his mind."
Uncle Zhang shook his head helplessly, his tone full of frustration. "He's just a man... Whatever, it's your choice."
In truth, Uncle Zhang wasn't impressed with Bella Yang, the future candidate for Dragon King. The more time he spent with her, the more he felt she lacked the necessary boldness and determination. She always seemed to hesitate, lacking the aura of a true leader. He couldn't understand what the old Dragon King saw in her. But people like Bella Yang, who had no boundaries and thick skin, were more likely to pass the assessment.
After a few more drinks, Bella Yang was half-drunk, her eyes unfocused, and her speech slightly slurred. She carefully spoke up, "Uncle Zhang, can you do me a favor?"
"No. Dragon Gate has a rule that no help can be given during the assessment." Uncle Zhang rejected her immediately without hesitation.
"I'm not asking about the assessment," Bella Yang set her glass down, her eyes shining with a glimmer of hope. "It's about Ethan Su. I want to use your influence to make him like me more."
Uncle Zhang pondered for a moment before responding, "I need to know exactly what you want to do before I decide."
Bella Yang's face lit up with excitement, her eyes glowing with anticipation. She quickly said, "Don't worry, Uncle Zhang, no money, no connections needed! I just want... to stage a 'beautiful woman saves the hero' scenario! I only need a few people from you!"
Uncle Zhang almost choked, completely speechless. He sighed inwardly, "Dragon Gate has helped her for a whole year, and we've ended up with this? 'Beautiful woman saves the hero'?"
What Uncle Zhang didn't know was that not only Dragon Gate had been helping Bella Yang, but even Maggie Jiang, the villain of the story, was secretly lending her a hand! Bella Yang truly seemed to be the chosen one of fate.
Uncle Zhang remained silent for a while, pouring himself another drink. He couldn't help but worry. Even if Bella Yang passed the assessment and became Dragon King, would she truly be able to handle the immense responsibilities? Dragon Gate wasn't just any ordinary organization—it had businesses and connections all over the world. Could someone like Bella Yang really manage everything?
He downed the drink in one go, letting out a deep sigh. "Sigh, if you insist on doing this, then I'll help you."
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