Little Family Treasure of the Apocalyptic Boss

Chapter 38: Jackals

“Cang Jiao, Cang Ling, once you make a decision, there’s no turning back.”

The invitations were sent out, and unsurprisingly, Ye Ze received the surrender request from the Cang brothers.

He had high regard for their character and abilities, and the interaction between the little snake sub-beast and the caravan had been pleasant. He didn’t want the change in their relationship to cause unnecessary damage to their current bond.

“If you just want to leave the Chamber of Commerce and continue trading, there’s no need for this.”

Cang Jiao felt a warmth in his heart.

For someone as decisive as Ye Ze to give him such a reminder, it meant something. Maybe not friendship level yet, but at least Ye Ze acknowledged them.

So, for their own sake and for this hard-earned friendship, Cang Jiao was determined to repay it in full.

“Ye Ze, people always strive for better.” Cang Jiao smiled, “Being by your side has shown me a more brilliant future. Do you think I’d want to turn back?”

Cang Ling nodded in agreement beside him.

They had seen Ye Ze’s methods and resources firsthand.

In fact, ever since they knew they were abandoned by the Chamber of Commerce but saved by the “passing stranger” Ye Ze, several brothers in the caravan had expressed their intention to join Ye Ze—whether he could establish himself in Little Dragon City or not.

“We’re still young beastmen, still able to explore. Under your command, Ye Ze, rest assured, we won’t hold you back,” Cang Ling pledged, patting his chest.

Ye Ze smirked, standing up from his high seat. “Well then, welcome to the fold.”

The first thing Cang Jiao and Cang Ling did after joining was to face their former employer.

For tonight’s banquet, the entire mansion bustled with activity.

Everyone knew it was just a banquet deliberately arranged by Ye Ze. Still, no one dared to be negligent in the scale of the event.

This is the first appearance of the Ye Family in Little Dragon City, which concerns the face and status of the Ye Family owner.

Dare to make trouble at this time, do you want to become Lord Ye Ze’s fertilizer!

“Ye Zi, do you really not need my help?” The little snake’s eyes followed the bustling crowd back and forth. Wagging its tail, eager to try.

“No need.” Ye Ze sat with the little snake sub-beast on his lap, holding him tighter. Basking in the sun together on the chair, “These people are not worth Nui Nuo’s effort.”

Ye Ze rested his chin on the little snake sub-beast’s shoulder, squinting his eyes. Coquettishly, “But, if Nuo Nuo wants to cook for me, I welcome it.”

“Okay.” The little snake sub-beast’s drooping tail tip suddenly perked up, swinging up and down.

Ye Zi likes the food he makes.

Super happy!

“What does Ye Zi want to eat?”

“Anything is fine. I like everything Nuo Nuo makes.”

“Then, let’s eat the essence of the ancient beast today.” The little snake sub-beast seriously pondered the menu, “Didn’t Ye Zi say that there was an enhancement recently? We need to replenish energy.”

“Mwah!” Ye Ze also seriously kissed the little snake sub-beast’s face, “Well, let’s eat the essence of the ancient beast.”

Compared to the essence of the ancient beast, you obviously want to eat Nuo Nuo more!

The groundhog grinded its claws angrily. As long as some shameless fake beastman dared to touch the growing little snake sub-beast, it would scratch this guy to death!

The big penguin flapped its wing-like fins, fully agreeing with the groundhog’s opinion.

However, the protected little cabbage was completely oblivious, even wanting to offer itself to the pig.

In no time, the little snake sub-beast took the initiative to jump off Ye Ze’s lap, dragging the lazy Ye Ze into the kitchen.

Ye Ze didn’t bother to hide his victorious smile. He hung onto the little snake sub-beast and followed along, sticky and sweet.

Just as Cang Jiao was about to report on the banquet to Ye Ze, he stopped abruptly. Sensibly, he stayed in the distance, deciding to patiently wait for Ye Ze and the little snake sub-beast to finish their dinner.

During the time helping at the Ye Mansion, Cang Jiao had learned the way of survival at the Ye Mansion.

In short, anything could be delayed, but matters related to the little snake sub-beast must be given top priority.

As for those people on their way to the banquet—what were they? Did he know them?

Oh. He didn’t know them, and that’s just fine. He didn’t care about them.

Although that’s what he said, for the sake of the little snake sub-beast’s future stability, Ye Ze still “very” clearly distinguished between priorities.

After sending the little snake sub-beast back to the bedroom, Ye Ze walked out of the room. Seeing Cang Jiao’s hidden anxiety, he couldn’t help but smile. “Don’t worry. The banquet I booked is scheduled three minutes after the end of the daily dinner. We won’t miss it.”

Cang Jiao’s voice was immediately silenced, once again refreshing Ye Ze’s perception: Honestly, how can a beastman who intends to develop a career arrange such a life plan so confidently!

Perhaps it’s because developing industry is for the sake of nurturing good partners.

Reading this from Ye Ze’s eyes, Cang Jiao fell silent completely.

The banquet dishes were delicious, and the service was attentive. The city lord and the president of the Chamber of Commerce enjoyed themselves greatly and were very excited.

For the two who had made up their minds to tear a piece of flesh from this newcomer, the richer the resources Ye Ze displayed, the more profit they would gain from it.

How could they not be happy.

“Lord Ye, let’s speak frankly. You want to take over all the assets of Lord Sheng Ming in the city. This has never happened before. In the past, these things were all returned to the city lord’s mansion, and only after offering a portion to the higher-level city could they obtain approval.”

The city lord urged with a heavy heart, “You’ve just arrived, and it’s indeed very difficult. But I also have my own difficulties. I can reserve up to thirty percent, at most, of the assets for you. Anything more, I’m powerless to do.”

Ye Ze held up his wine glass. As it approached his lips, it conveniently blocked the arc of his smile, laden with coldness and sarcasm.

He didn’t look at the Little Dragon City Lord who was sharing his grievances with him anymore. After setting down the wine glass, he turned to the president of the Chamber of Commerce. “I’ve already heard about the city lord’s intentions. Regarding cooperation in goods transportation, what does the president have to say?”

Ye Ze’s humble and gentle attitude evidently also provoked the ambitions of these people.

After pondering for a moment, the president of the Chamber of Commerce replied with some hesitation, “Seventy-thirty split. Otherwise, we really can’t explain to the brothers in the merchant caravan.”

It was clear who would get the seventy and who would get the thirty.

Cang Ling, standing below Ye Ze, turned black with anger.

It wasn’t until Cang Jiao harshly prodded him in the abdomen that he came to his senses. He took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down.

The president noticed Cang Ling’s dissatisfaction, sighed, and shook his head helplessly. “I know, Ye Ze, you have two beastmen under your command who once joined my merchant caravan. But, after all, you killed Lord Sheng Ming, and the situation is special. It’s hard to guarantee that Emperor Sheng Hui won’t retaliate against your goods. I really can’t reduce it to thirty percent.”

Like the city lord, the president knew that the price he offered was unreasonable. But so what? Doing business was like this.

The president felt somewhat proud: No matter how strong Ye Ze was, he still needed their channels for help. They weren’t like Lord Sheng Ming, who crossed the line of the law inspection team, causing casualties and making it difficult even for the law inspection team to intervene. If they went too far, the law inspection team could deal with the other party without them having to lift a finger.

In this unfair transaction, they would emerge victorious.

The two appeared to be considering Ye Ze’s interests, but in reality, each was looking out for themselves. Seeing Cang Ling in a frenzy of frustration only made them feel more pleased with their imminent victory. They awaited Ye Ze’s response.

Suddenly, Ye Ze smiled.

Under the puzzled gazes of the city lord and the president, he waved his hand backward.

Immediately, a team of maidservants emerged, carrying trays of exhibits.

“If you hadn’t mentioned it, I almost forgot. I acquired some rare items a few days ago. Since it’s such a lively occasion, let’s bring them out for everyone to appreciate.”

The city lord and the president were puzzled by Ye Ze’s sudden speech, completely unable to find the connection between the two.

It wasn’t until the maidservants walked out one by one, revealing the items on the trays in front of everyone, that their eyes, reflecting a familiar sight, suddenly contracted, and they were shocked and lost color.

These things were clearly well hidden in their treasure trove, so how could they appear here!

Their shocked gazes kept moving upward until they finally landed on Ye Ze’s face.

It was an extremely relaxed and joyful smile.

Not to mention resentment from being oppressed, there wasn’t even a trace of dissatisfaction.

Confidence without fear.

For some reason, four big words simultaneously flashed in their minds.

“What… what do you mean?” The president’s throat tightened, and his voice involuntarily trembled.

He had a creepy suspicion.

Ye Ze leaned back in his chair, playing with a hollow-carved night pearl in his hand, and said playfully, “Don’t be in such a hurry, you two. It was quite easy for me to get these things. If you like, feel free to take them back and enjoy them.”

As he spoke, the maidservants automatically divided into two groups. They placed the items in their hands in front of the two men respectively.

With each item placed down, their mood grew heavier. Until the end, the president’s face had turned pale.

Every single one of these things was a treasure hidden in their warehouse!

They had been smuggled out without their knowledge!

At this point, the two finally understood the metaphor in Ye Ze’s words: If he could quietly take away treasures, he could naturally take away their lives silently! Even if the law inspection team intervened, without evidence, they would still die in vain!

The city lord pursed his lips, his face also becoming somewhat unsightly.

As the lord of a city and a beastman at the rank of a king, he was actually threatened by a junior like this. What’s more, he was completely powerless!

Ye Ze seemed unaware of what he had done, continuing with a smile in his eyes, “After all, I’m not some devil making enemies everywhere. Peace is good, isn’t it? So, let’s settle on a final split of seventy-thirty.”

Ye Ze’s gaze lightly fell on the president of the Chamber of Commerce.

The president stiffened, hurriedly nodding in agreement, “Sure. It’s only right for Young Master Ye to take eighty percent of the goods.”

Ye Ze chuckled lightly. With a flick of his wrist, he took out a scroll made of beast skin, teasingly looking at the city lord, “As for the industries under Lord Sheng Ming, this is a transfer deed approved by Emperor Sheng Hui. I’ll trouble the city lord to quickly take over and reassign them on my behalf.”

The city lord took the scroll from the maidservant’s hand and opened it. His face completely darkened.

They had been played!

This young man hadn’t compromised with Emperor Sheng Hui at all. Instead, he had sent Emperor Sheng Hui’s envoy back empty-handed!

“Of course,” the city lord gritted his teeth in response.

“Thank you very much then,” Ye Ze said insincerely. He added, “Oh, almost forgot. From now on, Cang Jiao’s merchant Caravan will be under my name. Please, President, make arrangements as soon as possible.”

The president was almost sickened by his request, disguised as politeness but actually issuing a command. He forced out a smile and nodded in agreement, “Of course. I’ll instruct my people to take care of it as soon as I return.”

Ye Ze was satisfied.

So he waved his hand, “It’s getting late today, and everyone has been through a lot. You’d better go back and rest soon.”

This was blatantly driving away the guests.

The leaders of various factions gathered by the two looked at each other, and one by one, they stood up.

Even the highest-ranking city lord and president here dared not oppose. How could these small fry dare to speak more?

Moreover, they weren’t even on the guest list. In the unexpected situation now, they hoped Ye Ze would ignore them. It was even less likely for them to step forward.

The city lord entered with a smile but left with a cold face, not saying a word.

The president’s fake smile was about to freeze on his face, and he followed suit out the door.

They all got it wrong. Completely wrong.

This wasn’t a cat they could easily manipulate; it was a tiger that ate without leaving bones!

After today, in Little Dragon City, the city lord and president would no longer be able to join forces to dominate everything!