Zombie Bodyguard
Chapter 62 - 61 Lion Dance

Chapter 62: Chapter 61 Lion Dance

Xiao Manxue knew that Lin Tian was skilled in martial arts, yet sometimes a person’s intimidating presence is not simply a result of their martial prowess. It is often cultivated from holding high positions and accumulated over the passage of time, and she was quite curious as to what was going on.

When Bai Zhengchu first appeared just now, many young people did not dare to look him straight in the eye. However, just now, when Lin Tian and Bai Zhengchu locked eyes, he did not show any signs of weakness, and Bai Zhengchu even very rarely averted his gaze, conceding a step.

In fact, Xiao Manxue had no idea that Lin Tian, as a mighty zombie, would not be intimidated by Bai Zhengchu’s laughable aura of authority.

However, Bai Zhengchu also recovered quickly, casting a doubtful glance at Lin Tian, who appeared to be just an ordinary young man. Yet, why did his heart flutter during their eye contact just now? Bai Zhengchu couldn’t understand it and decided it must have been an accident.

At this moment, everyone’s attention was focused on Lin Tian. On the other side, the brothers Bai Yuze were extremely indignant. Usually, they were the center of attention at these gatherings, but this time Lin Tian had not yet said a word, and he had already stolen their thunder.

Bai Yuze stepped forward and greeted Elder Zhou, "Elder Zhou, hello. I seem to have seen this young man somewhere before. Oh right, he is a bodyguard from the Xiao Family, isn’t he?"

Although he addressed Elder Zhou with his words, the content clearly pointed at Lin Tian. He deliberately exposed Lin Tian’s identity, and though his voice wasn’t loud, it was just enough for everyone in the living room to hear.

"So this young man is just a bodyguard, and here I thought he had some important identity."

"Yes, I wonder why he is accompanying Elder Zhou instead of following the Xiao Family."

"Could it be that the Xiao Family and Elder Zhou have some sort of cooperation? The relationship between the Xiao Family and Elder Zhou has always been just so-so."

"It shouldn’t be. What status does a bodyguard have to be able to request the presence of Elder Zhou!"

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With Lin Tian’s status as a bodyguard revealed, the wealthy individuals in the living room began to discuss among themselves, with tones varying from disdain to doubt. This was precisely the effect Bai Yuze wanted. He smiled as he watched Lin Tian make a fool of himself, feeling a sense of revengeful pleasure in his eyes.

The members of the Bai Family also watched Lin Tian with cold eyes, especially Bai Zhengchu, who had just suffered a minor setback from Lin Tian and now did not stop his grandson from speaking. Normally, the younger generation was not allowed to interrupt the elders’ conversations rudely before an elder had spoken, so Lin Tian, out of respect for Elder Zhou, remained silent.

By allowing their younger members to hassle the Xiao Family’s bodyguard like this, the Bai Family was clearly slapping the Xiao Family in the face, insulting them for their lack of male support and inherent lack of authority. The three women of the Xiao Family all had unpleasant expressions, especially Xiao Manxuan, who rolled up her sleeves ready to confront them. Lin Tian stopped her with a look and took a step forward himself, smiling at Bai Yuze.

No matter what your status is, if I tolerate it any longer, I’ll feel like a coward. He said, "I’m surprised Mr. Bai still remembers me as a bodyguard. Coincidentally, when you last visited the Xiao Family, we did meet, and I remember you too."

The crowd didn’t know what Lin Tian was getting at, but he continued, "Oh, where did Mr. Bai go after leaving the Xiao Family that night? I seem to have heard that you went to a certain villa, spending the night declaring love to a beautiful actress, quite joyfully indeed. Unfortunately, it seems a bodyguard from the Bai Family died in that villa that night. Mr. Bai must be careful; enjoying your pleasures while causing a bodyguard’s death. Bodyguards are human too, how can you bear it?"

Silence, the entire hall was utterly quiet. The incident where the young master of the Bai Family enjoyed a carefree time at Jinhua Villa and a Tribute met a tragic death had already spread among the circles of the wealthy, with everyone using it as a joke to discuss over tea and after meals.

Yet, talk is cheap, and they only spoke about it behind closed doors, no one daring to bring up the matter in the face of the Bai Family. The rich are always so proud, it’s a universally known fact, but they pretend to be unaware, holding onto their last shred of dignity.

At this moment, Lin Tian ruthlessly stripped away that shred of dignity, exposing Bai Yuze’s scandalous behavior for all to see. Bai Yuze’s brother, Bai Yufeng, couldn’t help but want to rush forward, only to be firmly held back by Bai Yuze.

He really wanted to tear Lin Tian into a thousand pieces right then and there, but he didn’t dare; he feared that continuing the commotion would only let more people gawk at them. His original intention was to humiliate Lin Tian and show off in front of Xiao Manxue, yet he never anticipated things would turn out this way.

At this point, there were already people in the living room casting playful glances his way. Despite a façade of civility, privately they were all rivals, each taking pleasure in the others’ embarrassment.

Bai Zhengchu, the host, felt as disgusting as if he had swallowed a hundred flies, his expression incredibly unsightly; however, he couldn’t lose his temper. He had indulged his grandson’s disrespect, and if he lashed out at Lin Tian, a junior, on the spot, he would only attract further contempt.

In his heart, Lin Tian was extremely refreshed, damn it, flaunting your Bai Family’s airs, looking down on people with those dog eyes, now let’s see if you still have any shame left.

The atmosphere in the living room cooled down, making it seem like the gathering could not continue. However, Mrs. Xiao stepped forward, surveyed the living room, and showed an enchanting smile as she looked at the triumphant Lin Tian. Mrs. Xiao was already peerlessly beautiful, and at that moment, with a flirtatious smile, Lin Tian felt as though the entire living room lit up.

She smilingly said to Lin Tian, "Lin Tian, the person before you is the elder of the Bai Family; be mindful of your manners."

Though she said so, Mrs. Xiao secretly winked at Lin Tian, the coquettish smile never leaving her face. She had been leading the Xiao Family for many years, and though on the surface she seemed very impressive, as the family lacked male heirs and men to represent them, she often endured these men’s marginalization in business dealings.

Today, Lin Tian’s harsh rebuttal against the Bai Family could be considered as bolstering the Xiao Family’s dignity, which delighted Mrs. Xiao immensely.

Lin Tian understood Mrs. Xiao’s meaning; however, the killing power of her winking was too great, exponentially more electrifying than the naïve young Xiao Manxuan.

Even Lin Tian, an insulator, was shocked into a tingling sensation. He too secretly winked back, signaling that he understood her meaning. Mrs. Xiao almost blushed at his act, finally realizing that Lin Tian was someone who truly feared nothing and no one.

Ignoring Lin Tian, Mrs. Xiao then spoke loudly to all the guests, "My friends, to add excitement to this gathering, the Xiao Family and the Bai Family have invited their respective lion dance teams to perform. The two teams will showcase their skills and compete for the prize flower, with the stakes being 500,000 yuan. Please, everyone, let us move outside."

Lion dancing is a very traditional performance, favored by the older generation during festivals or significant gatherings to liven up the atmosphere. Unlike the younger generation of families today, who invite female models or actresses to spice up their gatherings, supposedly hosting grand banquets and wild parties.

"Grandpa, Yuze asks to fight on behalf of the Bai Family Lion Dance Team to entertain friends with a performance!" Bai Yuze suddenly stood up and spoke loudly, his eyes unintentionally or intentionally glancing at Xiao Manxue, presumably with some scheme in mind.

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