The Bodyguard from Hell

Leading the group was a burly man, his bare head betraying a fierce expression. He was followed by a dozen or so unruly hooligans, all with hair dyed in gaudy colors, wielding an assortment of weapons, including steel pipes and machetes.

Among them were a few who were unmistakably the blonde punk and his cronies, who Lin Xiao had disciplined back at the hotel not too long ago.

On seeing them, Lin Xiao surmised that he was likely their target. However, he had no intention of avoiding them. These ruffians, though potentially intimidating to the average person, were merely an unruly mob in his eyes.

Although he had handed out a harsh lesson to these punks earlier, he had restrained himself due to the public environment. But now, if these goons were foolish enough to seek revenge, he wouldn’t hesitate to give them a profound lesson they wouldn’t forget.

As Lin Xiao was considering his next move, the blonde punk he had previously disciplined was pointing at him menacingly. Turning to the bald leader, he said loudly, “Brother Tiger, it’s this guy. You’ve got to avenge me.”

After saying this, he glared hatefully at Lin Xiao, his eyes seeming to spit fire. He had not only been brutally disciplined but had also had his arm broken. He had never suffered such humiliation in his life.

The bald man, known as Brother Tiger, didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he waved his hand, and his gang quickly fanned out, surrounding Lin Xiao.

Upon seeing Lin Xiao thoroughly encircled, Brother Tiger sauntered over to him nonchalantly, scrutinizing him from head to toe. Then he asked, somewhat perplexed, “Something’s off, Blondie. This twig of a guy beat you? Did you party too hard last night and your legs turned to jelly?”

It wasn’t surprising that Brother Tiger was skeptical. To any ordinary person, Lin Xiao didn’t look like a fighter. He was thin, with an average face. Apart from his seemingly energetic demeanor, he didn’t stand out from the typical laborer.

However, this was just Brother Tiger’s perspective. Though he may appear intimidating, he was, in fact, just a low-level gangster boss. If there had been a true expert present, they would have known how fearsome Lin Xiao truly was.

Though no such expert was present, there was the blonde punk who had been on the receiving end of Lin Xiao’s discipline. However, he only had a glimpse of what Lin Xiao was capable of.

Hearing Brother Tiger’s question, Blondie hastily responded with a grin, “Brother Tiger, don’t joke around. Despite his humble appearance, this guy is a formidable fighter. He’s brutal when he gets serious. Be cautious, or you might be tricked.”

“Listen, Blondie, you’re losing your edge,” Brother Tiger disdainfully responded, completely disregarding Blondie’s warnings. “If you continue acting like a fool, don’t associate with me anymore.”

Could this guy really fight? How ruthless could he be? It had ti be a joke, there was no way a single person could overpower a group of more than a dozen.

Could anyone be more ruthless than him, Brother Tiger? Did they think Brother Tiger ascended his position without effort? There was no reason to be afraid of Lin Xiao.

With an air of condescension, Brother Tiger approached Lin Xiao. “So, it was you who injured my man?”

“Yes, it was me,” Lin Xiao replied, his face as calm as ever as if the circle of menacing thugs around him didn’t exist.

Upon seeing Lin Xiao’s composure, Brother Tiger’s contempt slightly diminished, replaced with a degree of admiration. Any average person would’ve been scared witless in such a situation, but not Lin Xiao.

“You injured my man, dared to lay a hand on him. It appears you don’t consider me, brother Tiger, a threat.”

“Who is Brother Tiger, and what is his role in this?” Lin Xiao responded nonchalantly, words that seemed to fuel Brother Tiger’s anger.

Faced with Lin Xiao’s lack of respect, Brother Tiger glared at him, evidently disgruntled. Before he could respond, Blondie quickly jumped in, hurling insults at Lin Xiao.

“You bumpkin. brother Tiger speaks to you respectfully, and yet you respond with disrespect. You don’t appreciate goodwill? Fine, brace yourself for the consequences. Since you’re this ignorant, I’ll enlighten you. Let’s hope, you won’t collapse in fear.”

“Really?” Lin Xiao’s calm didn’t waver at Blondie’s threats. A mere thug didn’t intimidate him.

Blondie, misunderstanding Lin Xiao’s composure for fear, prided himself, “Brother Tiger is a renowned figure around here. Ask anyone, they all know his name. Just for your information, in this Yongnan district, Brother Tiger reigns supreme. Now, are you scared?”

Listening to Blondie, Brother Tiger’s initially stern expression softened, revealing a glimmer of approval. Of course, he was not as influential as Blondie had described, such as being the overlord of the Yongnan district. Those were mere words. In reality, he held some sway only within this immediate area.

Otherwise, if he were as formidable as Blondie made him out to be, there’d be no need for him to step into the fray himself. True leaders have their own businesses, while the money from protection fees would come to them. 

Despite this reality, he didn’t appear uncomfortable under Blondie’s sycophantic praises. In fact, he basked in it.

“Is that so? And what does it matter? How does it concern me?”

“Very well, you are impressive!” Upon seeing Lin Xiao’s nonchalance, Brother Tiger’s frustration boiled over.

In this region, who wouldn’t tread lightly, showering him with reverence at the mere mention of his name, Brother Tiger? Everyone feared provoking his wrath. Yet Lin Xiao remained utterly unfazed.

“You’ve injured my man. I, Brother Tiger, am gracious enough to overlook it. I’ll simply break the hand you used to harm him. Kneel and call me ‘father’ three times, and we’ll call it even,” Brother Tiger menaced, glaring at Lin Xiao.

“Country boy, I suggest you listen. Otherwise, your end won’t be a pretty sight,” Blondie taunted, a scornful look in his eyes as he approached Lin Xiao.

He couldn’t see how Lin Xiao, no matter how competent a fighter, could stand against so many armed men. In his mind, Lin Xiao had no alternative but to beg for mercy.

Imagining Lin Xiao groveling before him like a beaten dog, Blondie’s chest wound from Lin Xiao’s earlier assault seemed less painful.

Lin Xiao, eyes icy and heart ablaze, surveyed the arrogant Blondie and the irate brother Tiger. He initially planned to pull his punches, but their repeated provocations and threats to break his arm ignited his anger.

This seemed like a tall tale, but an ordinary man would likely find resistance futile.

Given the circumstances, he resolved to teach these hooligans a lesson they would not forget.

With a mocking smirk, Lin Xiao, his gaze steely, scanned the area and announced, “A group of lowlifes truly had to annoy me today, if you kneel and call me ‘Grandpa’ thrice, I might think about letting you off.”

“Good, good, you’ve got nerve. Blast it, attack him, kill him!” Upon hearing Lin Xiao’s audacious words, Brother Tiger was driven to incredulous laughter.

The infuriated thugs surrounding Lin Xiao were itching to raise their weapons and charge, spewing curses as they lunged forward.