The Rise of a Special Forces Soldier Abandoned by a Wealthy Family

Meanwhile, Yan Hai's private room was filled with smoke, the smell of alcohol mixed with the aroma of food, and the atmosphere was so lively it almost seemed to lift the roof off.

Sitting in the main seat was Yan Hai, who, despite his young age, exuded a powerful aura.

He casually placed one foot on the edge of his chair, toying with an exquisite lighter in his hand, his eyes scanning the entire room, giving off a somewhat "little devil" vibe.

No fewer than fifteen well-known playboys from Beijing's social circles were seated around the dining table.

Sitting right next to Yan Hai was his number one follower, Yang Li, whose influence extended to everyone from Yan Hai to his cronies.

At this moment, Yang Li was in high spirits. Even Hu Sanshao, whom he used to look up to, now had to respectfully call him "Brother Li".

He followed suit, putting his legs up on the chair, holding a dental floss in his hand, and pretending to pick his teeth, while his eyes fell on Hu San, whose face was flushed.

"Hu San," Yang Li drawled, "I didn't realize you had such a knack for business! I'm absolutely thrilled with your idea of ​​starting a company!"

As soon as he said that, several spoiled young men nearby immediately started making a fuss.

Seeing this, Yang Li became even more enthusiastic. He picked up his wine glass with a flourish, stood up abruptly, and said loudly, "Come on! Let's all toast our strategist, Young Master Hu!"

"Respectfully, Third Young Master!"

"Third Young Master is awesome!"

All the playboys stood up abruptly, holding their wine glasses, and shouted in unison, their voices making the private room buzz.

Hu San was already quite drunk, his face flushed. Looking at the scene before him as everyone stood up to offer a toast, and hearing the deafening cheers—

An unprecedented sense of honor and belonging, a feeling of being recognized and respected, surged through him like strong liquor, making him feel lightheaded.

He looked around at the group of young men in front of him, his heart pounding uncontrollably.

Yan Hai, needless to say, is the only grandson of Yan Fushan, the patriarch of the Yan family. His family background is unfathomable and his resources are as vast as mountains. He is the inevitable successor.

Although Li Lunjie's family power is not as great as the Yan family, his father is the real power behind the Ministry of State Security, one of the largest violent institutions in China. Who would dare to underestimate him?

Yang Li's grandfather was a veteran who retired from the position of head of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC). His students and associates are all over the ICAC system, and his influence is astonishing!

Looking at the others, they are either descendants of military generals or children of important officials in the Ministry of Public Security or the political arena. Many of their grandfathers were powerful regional officials who governed a region!

This group, with its illustrious family background and complex connections, is now displaying such strong cohesion and ambition under the leadership of Yan Hai!

Hu San was a few years older than most of the people present, and his knowledge and mind were more mature. He knew all too well what terrifying energy this group would unleash if it truly matured and united!

Although it may not be able to directly confront the deeply entrenched Chen Yifeng Group at present, what is behind Yan Hai?

His sister Yan Rugo and Teng Ao run the Longyu Group!

Even more terrifying is that Zeng Long, who is like a taboo subject and whom even Chen Yifeng avoids, is also clearly taking good care of Yan Hai!

Thinking of this, Hu San felt a surge of pride. Suppressing his surging emotions from the alcohol and excitement, he raised his overflowing wine glass and said loudly:

"Brothers! Enough said! All our brotherhood, all our future, is in this drink!"

"May all my brothers' families prosper and their futures be bright! May our friendship be as strong as steel! Cheers...!"

"Hahaha...Good!" Although Yan Hai was the youngest, his political wisdom, honed from a young age, taught him how to seize opportunities. He laughed heartily, downed his drink in one gulp, but did not sit down immediately.

He picked up the bottle, refilled his glass himself, and then held it up. His still-childish face revealed a solemnity and dignity that was incongruous with his age.

"Now that all the brothers are here, let's drink this 'pledge of brotherhood' tonight!"

"I, Yan Hai, will say the good things, but I'll also lay out the bad things upfront!"

"Those who follow me, Yan Hai, and join our group to build the company together in the future, if any of them become disloyal or betray our trust..."

"I, Yan Hai, will use every means at my disposal to exact my revenge! I will show no mercy!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the room was so quiet you could hear a pin drop. Many of the spoiled brats were startled by the fierce look in this young master's eyes.

But then, Yan Hai changed his tone, becoming passionate and seductive:

"However! If we brothers are all of one mind, working together towards a common goal, then I, Yan Hai, hereby guarantee that I will lead my brothers to create our own glory and share endless honor!"

He raised his glass for a final confirmation: "Now, anyone who doesn't want to join this group can skip this drink. I, Yan Hai, will continue to consider you a friend and will not force you!"

His gaze, like a searchlight, swept over everyone present.

Without any hesitation!

Li Lunjie and Yang Li almost reflexively picked up their glasses first, their eyes filled with fervor and determination!

"Let's do it!"

"Follow Young Master Yan!"

With one of them taking the lead, the other playboys immediately followed suit, raising their glasses in unison. Their voices merged into a torrent, filled with youthful impulsiveness and ambition for the future.

"Let's do it!"

"We swear to follow Young Master Yan to the death!"

"Good! Cheers!" Yan Hai, full of vigor, took the lead and drank the second "pledge of allegiance" wine in one gulp!

The atmosphere inside the private room reached its peak of excitement! It was as if a brand-new, limitless power clique had been officially established!

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However, at this very moment when the atmosphere was at its most heated and exuberant—

With a creak, the door to the private room was pushed open from the outside.

All eyes turned to the doorway with displeasure, wondering which inconsiderate person had disturbed their "sacred moment".

Tengfei peeked in and his gaze immediately fell on Yan Hai, who was sitting in the main seat.

"Xiao Hai! What are you doing here drinking?" Teng Fei asked with a hint of helplessness. "Brother Long, my brother, and your sister are all upstairs eating! Aren't you going over to say hello and offer them a toast?"

"Brother Tengfei! What did you say?!"

Yan Hai was jolted awake from his self-absorbed "group leader" state as if struck by an electric current. His eyes widened instantly, bursting with extreme excitement and admiration!

"My brother Long... is eating upstairs?!"

This sudden news, combined with the strong alcohol, made him instantly lose himself and become uncontrollably excited!

He clapped his hands together excitedly, making a crisp "smack" sound, like a fanboy suddenly seeing the crazy expression on his idol's face.

He suddenly waved his hand and, addressing all his brothers, announced in a drunken yet incredibly excited voice:

"Brothers! Let's go...! Now, I'll lead you to toast Brother Long! I'll show you what a real boss is!"

"ah?!"

Upon hearing this, Tengfei nearly fainted. He glared at Yan Hai with the look of someone who was utterly stupid, and said in a low voice:

"Xiao Hai! Are you crazy?! You brought so many people over there, aren't you afraid of disturbing Brother Long's serious business? If he gets angry, your sister will probably skin you alive on the spot!"

If he were sober, Yan Hai would definitely cower in fear immediately.

But at this moment, under the influence of alcohol, coupled with the inflated feeling of having just established a "group," and the immense temptation to show his "close relationship" with Zeng Long in front of his brothers, he selectively ignored Teng Fei's warning.

Without a second thought, Yan Hai waved his hand dismissively and said, "It's alright! Brother Fei! These are all my good brothers, our own people! Let them go and get to know Brother Long, let them become familiar with him!"

Li Lunjie, emboldened by alcohol, also chimed in, trying to assert his "special status" in front of his brothers:

"Yeah, Fei-ge! Long-ge promised my dad he'd take me out to play! But I haven't even seen a glimpse of him yet!"

He puffed out his chest, trying to look tough: "My dad said that from now on, I, Li Lunjie, am Brother Long's younger brother! Let's go! Xiao Hai, you lead the team, we'll all follow behind you!"

With Li Lunjie's agreement, Yan Hai became even more emboldened. He tossed his head triumphantly and took a step towards the door—

"Ah... I... I..."

Perhaps the cold wind blowing in through the door sobered him up a bit.

When he was about to take that step, his fearless courage deflated like a balloon punctured by a needle.

He stopped in his tracks, stammering as he turned to look at Li Lunjie, who had just been so "righteous," his eyes filled with pleading and guilt:

"Lunjie... um... why don't you go first? I... I need to use the restroom first..."

"Hahaha..." Tengfei couldn't help but laugh uproariously at Yan Hai's cowardly behavior, which was so different before and after.

Li Lunjie, who was called out, is now as embarrassed as he was when he was bragging.

Seeing Yan Hai's "you go first" attitude, he felt a lump in his throat, and his previous high spirits vanished instantly. He looked at Yan Hai awkwardly and suggested:

"Um... um... Xiao Hai, how about... we go to the restroom together?"

Everyone: "..."

Inside the private room, a group of spoiled brats who had been eager to "see the world" looked at the two "leaders" who had just been so confident, now shirking responsibility and trying to find excuses to slip away. They were all at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

They desperately wanted to get acquainted with Zeng Long, and were also incredibly curious to see for themselves just how "close" Yan Hai and Li Lunjie's relationship was with the legendary Brother Long.

Now it seems... the degree of this "iron" is quite debatable!

Yan Hai looked at Li Lunjie and saw that he also looked unreliable, and he felt miserable.

The boast has already been made, and the brothers are all watching with bated breath. Now the arrow is on the bowstring, and it has to be released!

Whether it's heaven or hell, he has no choice but to grit his teeth and charge forward!

He steeled his resolve, gritted his teeth, and adopted a tragic expression, as if saying, "The wind howls, the Yi River is cold," taking a deep breath:

"Let's go... let's go! Who's afraid of who! Follow me!"