Chapter 56

The person named Roddy noticed Shan Ming’s glare. He was initially taken aback by his fierce gaze, however, he quickly regained confidence knowing that he had four retired special forces bodyguards behind him. Instead, he found the fierce demeanor of this Eastern beauty intriguing.

Roddy had noticed Shan Ming as soon as he entered the hall. That handsome face, dark hair, and perfect figure captivated him, making him unable to resist the temptation to try something different tonight, he wanted to savor the taste of Asian cuisine.

Roddy smiled and said, “Where are you from? China? Your hair is really beautiful, and so are your eyes.”

Shan Ming cast a cold glance at him, then turned his head away, signaling the dealer for another card.

Roddy persisted, “Is this your first time here? I can be your free guide.”

Shan Ming turned his head back, squinted at him, and said, “Go to a different table.”

Roddy was stunned for a moment, “What?”

“You, go to a different table, or else I’ll stuff you under the table,” Shan Ming was already in a bad mood from losing money, and this annoying person still dared to buzz around his ear. He had the urge to give him a good punch and send him searching for his teeth on the floor.

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The casino security guards came running over in rows, literally in rows, there were about a dozen or so.

The floor manager hurriedly approached the two of them, sweat dripping down his anxious face. He spoke to Shan Ming in a polite and conciliatory tone, “Sir, I kindly request you to release Mr. Roddy immediately. Trust me, this is for your own safety.”

Shan Ming revealed a sinister smile and replied, “Since you said that, it actually made me curious. If I were to gouge out one of his eyeballs, how unsafe do you think I would be?”

“No!” The floor manager almost dropped to his knees. “Sir, I beg you, please do not act impulsively.”

The sound of a machine gun’s safety latch, even in such a noisy environment, pierced through the racket and entered Shan Ming and Shen Changze’s eardrums. Shan Ming swiftly grabbed Roddy and held him in front of him. The shooter was most likely frightened real bad as the bullet flew past Roddy’s armpit, grazing his expensive suit.

As soon as the gunshot subsided, Shen Changze leaped into action. With a speed that caught everyone off guard, he pounced on the security guard who had secretly fired the shot. He delivered a punch to the guard’s nose, seized the gun, and aimed it toward the crystal chandelier hanging from the ceiling. He fired three shots, causing the crystal ornaments to rain down onto the floor, but none of the light bulbs shattered. Shen Changze’s voice carried a heavy tone as he warned, “If anyone dares to move again, the next bullet will be in their head.” Holding the gun, he reached into the pocket of one of the other security guards and pulled out another firearm, tossing it to Shan Ming. Together, they stood back-to-back.

Roddy realized that he had provoked skilled individuals.

The sound of gunshots caused panic, and people in the casino started evacuating the guests. Shan Ming looked at the influx of casino security personnel and couldn’t help but feel frustrated. He had come here to enjoy his vacation, but once again, he found himself involved in trouble, ruining his good mood. So he decided to have some fun with this prick in his hands.

Shan Ming gripped Roddy’s chin tightly, his voice filled with malice. “Open your damn eyes and look carefully. You not only made me lose money but also dared to harass me. Maybe you’re fucking thinking that your thing down there is unnecessary? How about I cut it off for you?”

Roddy’s eyes widened, and his lips trembled. How could he have mistaken this Eastern youth, who appeared like a terrifying demon, for a cold and elegant beauty? Roddy grabbed onto Shan Ming’s forearm, even through the fabric of the clothes, he could feel the bulging and solid muscles, as well as his rigid chest pressed against his back.

Shan Ming exclaimed angrily, “Can’t even have a peaceful time when I’m on vacation, damn it.” He applied a strong force and dislocated Roddy’s jaw. Shan Ming’s grip was so powerful that crushing a small stone would be no problem for him, let alone a person’s jawbone.

Roddy let out a muffled scream, unable to produce a coherent sound. Saliva dribbled down his chin uncontrollably.

The expressions of the people present turned even more grim.

Roddy was the second son of the most influential mafia family in France. Although he only knew nothing but to indulge in eating, drinking, prostitution, and gambling, he had the fortune of being born into a family that instilled fear in everyone. People believed that these two Eastern individuals were doomed and that their deaths would be terrifying.

Shan Ming didn’t frequently visit Europe, so he had no particular impression of the surname Roddy. Even if he knew about Roddy’s background, it wouldn’t make him show any kindness toward the young man. The so-called mafia was child’s play compared to true mercenaries who had survived by trampling over corpses on the battlefield.

Shen Changze also didn’t regard this group of people as a threat. Their movements were too slow and foolish, making them no match for him and his dad.

Soon, a very dignified person walked over. He was in his fifties, with lustrous golden hair and a charismatic demeanor. He politely addressed Shan Ming, “Sir, I am one of the managers of this casino. There must be a misunderstanding between you and Mr. Roddy. I hope you can release him first and let us sit down to peacefully resolve the issue.”

Shan Ming sneered, “If I release him, I’ll end up riddled with holes.”

“No, that won’t happen, I assure you,” the person said to Roddy. “Mr. Roddy, for my sake?”

Roddy nodded quickly. Being under Shan Ming’s control was an unpleasant experience, this person was too fierce, and too terrifying.

Shan Ming said, “Fine. I want all the casino staff and Roddy’s bodyguards to leave, until I can’t see them around the corner. Only you and Roddy will remain.”

That person waved his hand, and Roddy gestured with his eyes as well. Everyone began to leave, and the hall quickly emptied, leaving it almost dxdxasZdeserted.

Shan Ming forcefully threw Roddy into a chair and sat down himself, still holding the gun against Roddy’s temple.

Roddy held his dislocated jaw, his face filled with anger and shame.

Shan Ming forcefully relocated Roddy’s jaw with a clack, causing him to gasp for air. Roddy’s eyes reflected a mixture of hatred and fear as he looked at Shan Ming.

Shan Ming tapped the table with his finger and directed his question to the person in charge. “What are you going to do about this? We came here to enjoy our vacation, and this short-sighted fool ruined it for me.”

The man looked at Shen Changze and said, “Are you… brothers?”

“No, father and son,” Shen Changze raised his chin and said arrogantly.

The person in charge and Roddy both had surprised expressions, thinking to themselves that Asians really looked remarkably young.

Shan Ming impatiently said, “Stop bullshitting. Answer my question.”

“What do you suggest?”

Shan Ming cast a cold glance at him and then grabbed Roddy’s hair, forcing him to look into his eyes. With a menacing tone, he said, “I don’t care about Roddy’s background. Remember this, you can’t afford to provoke me. I haven’t had enough fun here yet. For the next three days, if you dare to disturb us, I will make you wish you were dead.” Then he pointed at the chaotic tabletop and arrogantly declared, “My losses are on you, compensate me one million dollars.”

The person in charge nodded and said, “We definitely won’t disturb you.” Then he immediately made a phone call to prepare one million dollars in cash.

Roddy looked at that person in disbelief, clearly not believing that he intended to let Shan Ming, who dared to humiliate him, off so easily. However, he couldn’t recover from his fear at the moment, and in front of Shan Ming, he didn’t dare utter a single word.

Soon, one million dollars in cash was prepared. Shan Ming felt a twinge of regret. Why was he so honest and only settled for just one million? He should have asked for more. After all, the casino wasn’t short on money.

Taking the money, Shan Ming grabbed Roddy by the neck and walked towards the exit. They continued walking until they reached where the car was parked. Then they threw Roddy away and got into the car, swiftly driving away.

Shen Changze patted the suitcase and chuckled, “Dad, I feel like what we did today was similar to robbing a bank.”

Shan Ming glared at him and said, “Pathetic, there’s no way this would be all we get from robbing a bank.”

Shen Changze asked, “Will he just let us go like this?”

“Definitely not. Will anyone let such treatment go without seeking revenge? However, this is still a well-regulated society governed by the rule of law. If they want to do something, they need to prepare. Let’s go back, pack our things, and return to Colombia. Cannes Airport is probably not an option, but we can go to Lyon or Paris. They shouldn’t be able to catch up with our speed.”

“It’s hard to say. That person from Monaco seemed to have quite a background.”

Shan Ming’s face lit up with an eager smile. “If they want to do something at the airport, I’d be more than happy to accompany them. It’s a brand new battlefield that I haven’t experienced before,” Shan Ming sincerely enjoyed every life-threatening challenge.

Shen Changze also smiled and said, “Dad, don’t worry. As long as I’m here, I won’t let anyone harm you.”

Shan Ming burst into laughter. “Exactly, if things get tough, I’ll just unleash this little monster of yours to bite them to death.”

Shen Changze smiled as he looked ahead. He had grown powerful enough now, but he still felt the same as when he was a child. As long as he was with his dad, as long as they stayed together, he had no fear of anything.

The two of them quickly packed their belongings at the hotel and drove straight to Lyon. By the time they reached the airport, dawn was already breaking.

Carrying their simple luggage, they stowed the money and guns in a box that could bypass security checks. They purchased their plane tickets directly at the counter. As they walked towards the security checkpoint, a person brushed past Shan Ming and lightly bumped into him.

With one hand holding his luggage and the other holding his jacket, Shan Ming reacted quickly and wanted to catch that person. However, the person was agile and managed to escape his grasp, quickly sprinting towards the airport exit.

Without even needing to check, Shan Ming knew that his wallet was gone. He turned to Shen Changze and said, “Wait for me.” Then he swiftly turned and ran after the thief.

Shen Changze hesitated for a moment, then pushed through the crowd of people waiting in line, clutching his luggage tightly, and followed in the direction Shan Ming had gone.

Shan Ming saw the thief exiting through the main gate, and he continued chasing after him. His wallet contained his passport, and if he lost it, he had no chance of leaving today.

As he stepped out of the airport entrance and was exposed under the sunlight, Shan Ming suddenly had a feeling of being watched.

Oh no, he fell into a trap, there’s a sniper!

Without thinking twice, Shan Ming immediately rolled to the ground, and with a swoosh, a bullet grazed his shoulder and buried itself in the ground. As Shan Ming took cover and felt relieved for narrowly escaping the sniper’s attack, he suddenly felt a wave of dizziness.

Fuck, this is… an anesthetic bullet… and the dosage is quite high.

Shan Ming’s vision darkened, and then he lost consciousness.

When Shen Changze chased after him and reached the airport entrance, Shan Ming was nowhere to be found.