The Bootlicking Antagonist Only Wants to Survive, but the Female Lead Refuses to Follow the Usual Plot
Chapter 383 Brothers, a glass of wine

Chapter 383 - 383 Brothers, a glass of wine

Chapter 383 Brothers, a glass of wine

Che Qi Tianwang, holding a telescope, peered into the villa for a long time, observing Lu Chengwen enjoying the breeze on the balcony, sipping tea, and smoking a cigar.

Before long, Hua Xuening arrived, and the two seemed to be conversing.

Suddenly, Lu Chengwen pulled Hua Xuening into his embrace, and she struggled vigorously to break free!

She exerted all her strength, but just couldn't escape.

Wait... Lu Chengwen, that beast, his hand was reaching into Xuening's clothes!

Che Qi Tianwang gritted his teeth: "Beast!"

Dang Kou Tianwang lay on the grassy slope, gazing at the moon with a look of melancholy.

"Che Qi, have you ever thought that this might be the last moon we'll ever see?"

"Huh?" Che Qi Tianwang turned around: "What are you talking about? There are only two of them in the villa. If you can lure Hua Xuening away, I can go in and capture Lu Chengwen! I'll tie him up, stuff him in the trunk, and meet you at the designated spot. Together, we can take down Hua Xuening and kill her!"

Dang Kou Tianwang turned over: "If you capture Lu Chengwen, will you really come to help me?"

"Of course! Why wouldn't I?"

Dang Kou Tianwang stared at him for a long time: "If you don't come..."

"I will definitely be there!"

Dang Kou Tianwang's eyes reddened: "I don't want the billion anymore. I just want to return to the organization. I don't want your money or your credit. Big brother, save me this once. If I can just erase my crimes and go back to work, from now on, you're my real brother! I'll do whatever you say."

Che Qi Tianwang sighed and patted the back of his hand: "Don't worry, the higher-ups don't intend to execute you. You're different from Fu Bo and the others; they... have already reached a dead end. You still have a chance, after all, you're one of the Tianwangs of the main branch!"

Dang Kou Tianwang gritted his teeth, grabbed a handful of grass, stood up, and threw it into the air: "I'll stake everything on this one chance!"

Che Qi Tianwang nodded at him: "It's up to you now."

In the distance, Hua Xuening, blushing, pushed Lu Chengwen away and ran into the house. Lu Chengwen, smiling, chased after her.

"Now's the time, move out!"

Dang Kou Tianwang and Che Qi Tianwang immediately dispersed and advanced.

Dang Kou Tianwang almost deliberately revealed a slight flaw, and sure enough, in less than half a minute.

Hua Xuening emerged alone, carrying a sword, cautiously looking around, thoroughly scouting the area.

She walked slowly across the lawn, her bright eyes vigilantly scanning her surroundings.

Che Qi Tianwang, hundreds of meters away, watched Hua Xuening, thinking to himself: Make your move! Dang Kou, it's all up to you now!

Whether you live or die doesn't matter, but I must capture Lu Chengwen!

Make your move!

Sure enough, Dang Kou Tianwang made his move, and his method was simple—he turned and ran.

Hua Xuening shouted: "Stop!"

And then she gave chase.

He ran, she chased; he ran, she chased!

Dang Kou Tianwang was overjoyed, pounding his fist into the grass: "Success!"

...

At this very moment.

In the dining room.

On one side were Jin, Yin, Tong, Tie, and the strategist; on the other side were Hu Xiao, Long Yin, and Fu Bo Tianwang.

Lu Chengwen sat in the middle.

"Everyone knows each other, right? Do I need to introduce anyone?"

The atmosphere was very harmonious, and soon everyone was chatting animatedly.

Lu Chengwen sat in the most honored seat, looking at the ten top-tier masters on either side of the long table, and thought to himself:

I'm almost able to form an army.

A Hu stood up: "Brothers, let me propose a toast! From now on, we're all one family, working under Mr. Lu. If I, A Hu, ever fall short, please guide me! We're all here to serve Mr. Lu, everyone, cheers!"

Everyone expressed their support.

Tie Tuo Wang said: "Mr. Lu, I am truly impressed by you! How did you know there would be assassins last night? And you even swapped faces with Long Aotian, it was thrilling! The aura of a king, that indestructible top-ranked true energy, the chance to beat him up, who else could experience that? Only us! Hahahaha..."

Tong Tuo Wang said: "Mr. Lu is a master strategist, how could a scheming rat like Long Aotian be a match for Mr. Lu? With just a slight effort, Mr. Lu could easily take his life, as easy as turning over his hand, as simple as reaching into a bag to retrieve something!"

Yin Tuo Wang said: "Most importantly, Mr. Lu's management style is more advanced and humane, fully considering the positions, feelings, needs, and characteristics of different groups! We must regularly study, communicate, and thoroughly understand Mr. Lu's spirit, doctrines, and philosophies... to internalize them. Only then can we be well-prepared and measured in our future work and studies!"

Jin Tuo Wang said: "Mr. Lu, he..."

Lu Chengwen stopped them: "Alright, alright, enough with the flattery, I'm getting embarrassed listening to it. Uh... Fu Bo."

"Mr. Lu."

Lu Chengwen said: "This back-and-forth between us has gone on for several rounds now, hasn't it?"

Fu Bo Tianwang blushed: "Yes... Mr. Lu, I... I am..."

"It's alright, it's alright," Lu Chengwen said. "You're the Tianwang of the Northern Branch, it's easy for them to manipulate you. People naturally seek advantage and avoid harm; it's normal for you to look out for yourselves. I'd do the same in your position."

Fu Bo's eyes reddened: "Mr. Lu, I really feel like I'm not a decent person, just a fickle and disloyal scoundrel!"

"Don't say that."

Lu Chengwen stood up and personally poured wine for Fu Bo. When Fu Bo tried to stand up to receive it, Lu Chengwen pressed him back down.

Lu Chengwen said, "I know that your situation has been very difficult during this period."

Lu Chengwen, holding the wine bottle, walked over to A Long and poured wine for him.

"Your wavering stance isn't because you lack heroic spirit, nor is it because your nature isn't pure, your beliefs aren't firm, or your loyalty to others isn't strong."

Lu Chengwen continued to A Hu, who had already stood up in advance, bowing slightly and smiling at Lu Chengwen.

Lu Chengwen smiled at him and poured him wine.

"Today, let's not talk about stances or the future. Let's just drink a toast as brothers! No matter what happened before or what will happen in the future, at least today, at this moment, this cup of wine represents brotherhood and camaraderie!"

Everyone understood that Mr. Lu had something important to say.

Regardless of the past or the future... it was clear that this cup of wine would determine the fate of these five individuals moving forward.

This was a big deal.

The strategist narrowed his eyes, glancing at his own brothers. Jin, Yin, Tong, and Tie were also prepared. If things turned sour, they would immediately take action!

Lu Chengwen walked over to A Xiao and poured him wine. A Xiao and A Yin, standing behind A Hu, had already risen early and were waiting nervously, especially after hearing that Lu Chengwen would not hold their past wavering stances against them but also wouldn't define their future allegiance.

Lu Chengwen poured wine for A Xiao: "You are all heroic figures, forced to join a large organization. If your talents were used for righteous causes, you could undoubtedly become great heroes who serve the nation and its people. Even if you're not interested in being heroes, you could still become well-off, prosperous individuals living in luxury. Right?"

Finally, Lu Chengwen walked over to A Yin.

A Yin lowered his head, avoiding Lu Chengwen's gaze.

Lu Chengwen smiled: "A Yin, a man should not lower his head. We've exchanged harsh words before, but that was when we were enemies. As I just said, now, we are brothers."

A Yin raised his head, his fiery eyes meeting Lu Chengwen's.

At this moment, A Yin gritted his teeth, realizing with clarity: Lu Chengwen's martial skills might be average, but his heart and demeanor are undoubtedly those of a heroic figure!

After pouring wine for everyone, Lu Chengwen returned to his seat and raised his glass:

"After drinking this cup, those who remain seated will henceforth be my brothers, my own flesh and blood! I, Lu Chengwen, may not have much, but I do have money."

"If there's anything else, it's that despite my wealth, I believe in the same principles as the common folk! Good brothers share both fortune and hardship. Those who betray their brothers deserve to be punished by all!"

"Of course, if any of you feel that Lu Chengwen, this spoiled rich second-generation, is unreliable, after drinking, you can shake my hand and leave. I'll provide a settlement fee, enough to cover your living expenses for the rest of your lives. If you continue to oppose me in the future, I understand. Different factions, different masters—it's not betrayal, nor does it make you a scoundrel!"

"But!" Lu Chengwen's eyes widened: "After today's cup of wine, those who remain seated, if they later show divided loyalties or fickleness..."

Lu Chengwen's eyes narrowed: "My martial skills may be the weakest here, but I'll say this as a threat—I definitely have the means to make them die a miserable death! Everyone is free to stay or leave, it's your choice. I won't interfere. Those who stay are my brothers, and brothers cannot tolerate betrayal!"

Lu Chengwen smiled again: "But before that, I, Lu Chengwen, will be open and sincere with all of you, sharing both glory and disgrace! Brothers, cheers!"

Lu Chengwen downed his wine in one gulp.

The ten martial artists began to drink.

The strategist and his four companions drank while staring intently at the five on the opposite side.

On the opposite side, A Hu stood up, holding his cup with both hands: "Mr. Lu! I don't care about the others, but my life is yours! If I, A Hu, ever harbor disloyal thoughts, you won't even need to hunt me down. Although my skills are mediocre, I still have some pride. I'll cut off my own head and have it delivered to you! Mr. Lu, I'll drink to that!"

The other four were stunned.

In reality, making this decision was incredibly difficult.

A Yin also stood up, downed his wine, and clasped his hands in a salute to Lu Chengwen: "Thank you, Mr. Lu."

Then he sat back down.

A Long quickly drank as well: "So... this time it's really decided, right?"

Fu Bo Tianwang sighed, feeling he had no other path to take, and finished his wine: "Thank you, Mr. Lu."

A Xiao, with a troubled expression, drank his wine and slowly stood up: "Mr. Lu, I appreciate your kindness, but each person has their own path. A Xiao wishes you great success and smooth sailing in all your endeavors! Farewell!"

Tie Tuo Wang immediately stood up: "You brat, you don't know when to quit!"

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