The Tiger Ring gleamed faintly atop the rooftop sun as Zeke clenched his fist. The Tiger ring grants it's wielder the courage to face down fear. It produces fearlessness, strength, and victory over his enemies.Panda stood nearby, offering a leather bag. "Here is your kit, young master. You may change here."Zeke took the bag, bringing it close to his chest as he unzipped it. Completely satisfied, he shed his clothes. He began to transform into someone else entirely. He put on the dull-gray suit of an average middle-aged salaryman. A short, conservative wig covered his natural hair, while a pair of oversized square-shaped spectacles magnified his eyes. In his other hand, he carried a small, modest black briefcase.By the time he was finished with his transformation, he looked just like another businessman too ordinary to notice.His disguise was so thorough that even Mei herself would have passed him by without a second glance.Without wasting another second, Zeke strode toward th

The two bodyguards flanking behind Heisenberg shifted their weight, muscles coiling like springs, their hands drifting towards concealed weapons. But Zeke didn't flinch for a second. He faced Heisenberg fearlessly. "My name is Hobbs," he lied. "I think you're being unfair to Bao Lin here. Seventy percent is a greedy bargain."Heisenberg's eyes raked over Zeke's cheap suit and worn out briefcase. His brows furrowed into a frown. "You piece of shit!" He cursed under his breath, leaning forward to plant his fists on the desk. "How dare you crawl into my house begging for scraps, and then challenge me on how to run my business.""Well, I couldn't stand aside and watch you profit off men's ruin. Making families beg for bread, forcing people to kneel— It's inhuman."Heisenberg laughed, his eyes liting with amusement. "Hobbs, that's not for you to decide. Bao Lin already made up his mind. You can't change that.""Yes I can," Zeke retorted. "I've heard a lot about your organization. How yo

Panda was waiting for Zeke at the lobby as he stepped out of the elevator. "Flynn and his men have been deployed around Central City's major transit hubs," Panda reported, bowing slightly. "Lord Chen is still on the loose, but we'll catch him eventually."Zeke frowned. It took him a great deal of effort not to show his frustration."The next full moon is right around the corner, Panda. Lord Chen would detect the other rings locations if we don't stop him before then. Find him. Whatever it takes."Panda bowed again. "I won't fail you again, young master. You have my word."Zeke didn't say anything. Instead, he walked towards Bao Lin and his son, Cheng, who stood huddled together near a marble pillar.The two men greeted him with a grateful bow. "Thank you for everything, Mr. Hobbs. I don't know who you are or what you did, but you saved my family's future," Bao Lin said. "We appreciate everything."Zeke smirked faintly, realizing they still knew him as Hobbs as he haven't taken off hi

Zhao Long recoiled at Mei's declaration. He never expected her to resign over Zeke."Mei, what do you think you're doing?" Zhao Long asked. "Stop this foolishness at once.""I'll resign if Zeke is expelled from the family," she repeated, her gaze fixed on him. "He's my husband, Father, and the very reason why Zhao Dynasty still stands today. Without him, I'm nothing."Zhao Long clenched his jaw, the muscles twitching. This just complicates everything. Mei wasn't just the savior of Zhao Dynasty, she was also the heart that kept the company running. If she leaves, everything would fall apart.Anna scoffed, waving a dismissive hand in the air. "Let her go. If she chooses that trash over her own blood, then she can get lost for all I care. We've managed this company long before she was born. We can do it again.""Are you sure about that?" Zeke said, with a faint, knowing smirk. "You seem to be overlooking a crucial detail. Rockechilds Group invested heavily in Zhao Dynasty because of Mei

Mei froze in shock as she looked down at her proud father who was now kneeling before her, pleading like his life depends on it.It made no sense to her. Zhao Long wasn't the type to apologize. As a matter of fact, he never apologizes. He commands and punishes whenever he pleases. Seeing him groveling at her feet, sent a sharp tremor through her chest."Father, what's the meaning of this?!" Pepper exclaimed, her eyes widening in disbelief."Zhao, what do you think you're doing?" Anna barked, her eyes flashing with fury. "You're kneeling down to your own daughter. Have you no shame or dignity left?""Shut up, both of you," Zhao Long snapped at them, his tone fierce. "I don't want to hear another word from your mouth."Pepper recoiled; Anna froze mid-step. They didn't dare say another word of protest.As they fell silent, Zhao Long returned his gaze back to Mei. "Mei, I was wrong. Please... don't leave.""I don't get it," Mei muttered, her mouth hanging. "A while ago, you expelled Zeke