Chapter 10: Chapter 009: The Arrogant Security Captain
"Liu Ping'an, bring Qin Tian to my office, right now! Immediately!"
Less than two minutes after Qin Tian broke Huang Zhengxiong's wrist, Liu Ping'an's walkie-talkie erupted with the raging voice of the Security Department head, Huang Zhenggang!
As soon as he heard Huang Zhenggang's voice through the walkie-talkie, Liu Ping'an's face changed instantly.
"This is bad, this is really bad, Qin Tian, you've really stirred up trouble now! Huang brother must have called Huang Zhenggang, ah, Qin Tian, this time, I'm afraid you're at least going to be fired."
Liu Ping'an said with a worried expression on his face, then turned to look at Qin Tian, only to be stunned by Qin Tian's calm demeanor, as if nothing had happened.
After causing such a huge mess, to still act as if it's no big deal—my boss, do you really have no idea what's happening, or are you just pretending to be calm?
"Pudgy, I'm the one who caused trouble, right?"
Liu Ping'an had just told Qin Tian that his nickname was "Pudgy," and now Qin Tian was addressing him directly as such to establish a sense of closeness. After all, since he himself had caused trouble, and Pudgy hadn't abandoned him but stood by his side, it showed that he was loyal, at least.
"Yeah? You finally realize you caused trouble?" Liu Ping'an wanted to cry at the sight of Qin Tian's calm expression.
"There, problem solved. I caused trouble, why are you so anxious? It's as if you're the one who messed up," Qin Tian said with a light smile.
"Boss, you can still smile…" Seeing Qin Tian's smile, Liu Ping'an felt like crying, "I'm worried about you. No matter what, I've been at Murong Group for a year, I'm practically a veteran here. You just started working today, a newcomer, and you seem like a good guy. I had to cover for you."
"Covering for me? Alright, thank you."
Watching Liu Ping'an's worried manner, Qin Tian nodded at him, "You're a brother, truly loyal. From now on, you're my brother!"
"Good, if you consider me a brother, I'll do the same for you. Qin Tian, let me tell you, you shouldn't even bother going to Chief Huang's office, just pack your things and leave. Hurry, it's still not too late. Anyway, it's your first day at work, there's no salary to lose," Liu Ping'an said.
"Why should I leave? It's just that I hurt Huang Zhengxiong. He started it, and besides, he was smoking in the garage against the rules. No matter how you look at it, he's in the wrong. Why should I have to run away and hide?" Qin Tian retorted.
"Although that's true, you don't understand that Chief Huang is not just the head of Murong Group's Security Department, he also holds significant clout in society…" Liu Ping'an explained.
"Oh? What kind of clout?"
"Chief Huang owns a KTV outside, with a dozen or so underlings to help him manage the place, and, from what I've heard, he's also the second-in-command of a societal organization called the 'Fire Dragon Gang'. He's influential in both the underworld and legitimate society. That kind of person is better left unprovoked." Liu Ping'an advised.
"Fire Dragon Gang? Heh, sounds more like pitaya to me. It's been a long time since I've eaten pitaya. I want to see for myself what this Huang Zhenggang is capable of, let's go!"
Without another word, Qin Tian headed straight for Huang Zhenggang's office. Liu Ping'an followed behind, trying to dissuade him, but it was useless.
When they arrived at the Security Department, several guards in the lounge outside the Chief's office cast strange looks at Qin Tian and Liu Ping'an upon their entrance.
The incident of Huang Zhengxiong getting beaten by the newcomer Qin Tian had already spread when Huang Zhengxiong returned to the lounge, so all the guards knew about it.
They were all curious. What was wrong with this young man? On his first day of work, he dared to hit the Security Chief's own brother; he was surely signing his own death warrant! Wasn't it common knowledge that Chief Huang held absolute power in the Security Department, with deep connections that extended beyond the company to some of the leaders? Qin Tian's days were surely numbered!
Under the curious gaze of the gathering guards, Liu Ping'an and Qin Tian reached the Chief's office door, and Liu Ping'an knocked on it.
Actually, there was no need to knock since everyone could see the inside of the Chief's office clearly through the transparent glass wall that separated the lounge from the office.
At that moment, in the Chief's office, Security Chief Huang Zhenggang was sitting in a black office chair, his face brimming with killing intent; next to him, Huang Zhengxiong, holding his wrist in pain, was sitting on a sofa, seemingly complaining to Huang Zhenggang. It was clear to anyone with eyes that Huang Zhengxiong was definitely spilling grievances about Qin Tian.
"Come in!"
A voice came from inside the office, then Liu Ping'an opened the door, and he entered with Qin Tian.
Outside the office, the guards widened their eyes, all curious about what fate awaited Qin Tian. Perhaps it wasn't going to be as simple as just being fired?
"Chief Huang..."
"You shut your mouth!"
Inside the office, just as Liu Ping'an was about to speak, Huang Zhenggang roared angrily, alarming Liu Ping'an, who immediately bowed his head, not daring to say another word.
"Qin Tian, was it you who hurt my brother's hand?!"
Huang Zhenggang stood up abruptly from his chair, pointing at Huang Zhengxiong's wrist, his gaze coldly fixed on Qin Tian.
Qin Tian nodded, "It was me."
"Okay, daring to act and take responsibility, impressive!"
Huang Zhenggang's face revealed a ferocious grin. Originally, he wanted to kick Liu Ping'an out but then thought that he must deal with Qin Tian today to establish his authority. It would even be better to let all the security guards see and let everyone know the consequences of offending the Huang brothers!
"Since you admit you hit someone, tell me, how do you plan to resolve this issue?" Huang Zhenggang said.
For a newcomer who had just joined the company, Huang Zhenggang didn't take him seriously. Right now, he was calculating how to extort a large sum of money from Qin Tian. Dismissal was certain for Qin Tian, and as for medical expenses, if Qin didn't compensate him with forty to fifty thousand, he would break Qin's legs!
"How to resolve it? I think, at the very least, we need to fire Huang Zhengxiong, this pernicious horse, from the security team and dismiss him from the company." Qin Tian pretended to be deep in thought.
"What!?"
Those words stunned Huang Zhengxiong, who then couldn't help but leap to his feet, "Motherfucker, Qin Tian, you injured my hand and you still want to fire me from the company? Are you fucking out of your mind!"
After speaking, Huang Zhengxiong turned to look at Huang Zhenggang, "Zhenggang, this kid disrespects everyone despite his young age. As for compensation, forget it. But I can't swallow this insult. I want to cripple both of his hands!"
"Hiss!"
The loud howl of Huang Zhengxiong resonated throughout, heard not only by Liu Ping'an inside but also by the whole group of security guards in the lounge outside. Their faces changed, and they all inhaled sharply!
To want to cripple someone's both hands just for harming one of yours, that's ruthless!
But in the presence of the Huang brothers, no one dared to speak out. The brothers were too imposing!
After these words were spoken, the office fell silent, and Huang Zhenggang narrowed his eyes, his gaze piercing as he scrutinized Qin Tian.
Seeing this, Liu Ping'an knew the Huang brothers would really do anything, and he couldn't bear the thought of Qin Tian's hands being crippled, so he said, "Captain Huang, let's talk this out..."
"Fuck you, Motherfucker!" Huang Zhengxiong cut off Liu Ping'an directly, "Liu Ping'an, if you fucking dare to say one more word, I'll cripple you along with him!"
The arrogant Huang Zhengxiong cut off Liu Ping'an's words, and Liu Ping'an shuddered with fright, turning pale, and dared not say anymore.
His eyes turned to Qin Tian, who hadn't said a word, thinking to himself, sigh, Qin Tian, I'd like to help you, but I'm limited in what I can do. If you have to blame someone, blame yourself for provoking someone you shouldn't have.
"Qin Tian, you hurt my brother, which is the greatest provocation to me. I'm normally a merciful person. Since you're new here, let's do this today: compensate with one hundred thousand for the medical expenses, then kneel and kowtow three times to apologize to my brother right here, and we'll let this incident slide. How about it? Of course, you won't need to come for work tomorrow," Huang Zhenggang said leisurely as he looked at Qin Tian.
Fired! Pay one hundred thousand! And kneel and kowtow!
The security guards outside, upon hearing Huang Zhenggang's words, were all dumbfounded. This was even more ruthless than crippling Qin's hands. Kneel and kowtow, that's humiliating Qin Tian! How will Qin Tian dare to face anyone after that?
"Brother, I should avoid getting my hands dirty recently. Give me some face, are these terms acceptable?" After speaking, Huang Zhenggang also looked at Huang Zhengxiong.
Grinding his teeth, Huang Zhengxiong said, "Fine! As long as he kneels and kowtows, pays one hundred thousand, I'll let him off this time!"
Having spoken, Huang Zhengxiong revealed a smug smile, looking down at Qin Tian, "Kid, kneel and admit your wrongdoing! Consider yourself lucky today that you'll keep your hands. But don't test your luck; make sure your kowtows are loud, or I'll still cripple your hands!"
Instantly, everyone's gaze turned to Qin Tian, who had been silent up to this point.
At this moment, the person in question, Qin Tian, under everyone's scrutiny, casually stretched and yawned, causing the Huang brothers' brows to furrow.
"Huang Zhenggang, what the hell are you to demand that I kneel? Hmph, I've never knelt before anyone in my life," Qin Tian said with disdain.
As he spoke, Qin Tian's gaze suddenly turned icy, his eyes fixed on Huang Zhenggang, slowly advancing towards him.
That chilling look made Huang Zhenggang shiver. The young man's eyes exuded a formidable force. Huang Zhenggang took a deep breath.
"As for today's matter, Huang Zhengxiong was breaking the rules by smoking in the garage. I stepped forward to stop him, and then Huang Zhengxiong hit me. I was simply defending myself. And you, bending the law for personal gain, without investigating the truth, wanted to target me. What are your intentions? Do you think you can act beyond the law just because you're a small-time security captain?" Qin Tian scolded him from right in front of Huang Zhenggang.
"My God..."
"Holy shit, Qin Tian must have a death wish, talking to Captain Huang like that..."
"This is bad, this is really bad; now, it's probably going to be more than just kneeling and kowtowing for Qin Tian!"
The watching security guards, after hearing Qin Tian's words, looked at each other in dismay.
This new security guard has guts, daring enough to poke a tiger's behind!