Chapter 54 Do you have a beautiful sister?

Chapter 54: Chapter 54 Do you have a beautiful sister? ... "Hmm?" Yan Xiaobao and Xia Rou were both stunned. A while ago, Zhao Erhu and his crew had a massive fight with Yan Xiaobao over a debt, even escalating the matter to the Patrol Office. And now, Zhao Erhu suddenly labels it as "paying tribute" to Xia Rou? Before Yan Xiaobao could question him, Zhao Erhu carried on showering Xia Rou with flattery, "I just heard while I was out that someone dared to disrespect Sister Xia Rou. I rushed back immediately, but unfortunately, I was a bit late—those bastards had already run off. But don’t worry, Sister Xia Rou, just say the word, and I’ll send my guys to take care of them right away!" Being called "Sister Xia Rou" for the first time felt strange to Xia Rou, but unlike Yan Xiaobao, she didn’t outright reject him. She simply shook her head gently, "No need, it’s all in the past now. I don’t want to stir up more trouble." "Since Sister Xia Rou says so, we’ll do as she wishes," Zhao Erhu said heartily, waving his hand in exaggeration. "Looks like those bastards lucked out, crossing paths with the benevolent Sister Xia Rou—I’ll let them off for now." Just then, a waiter came in to report: "Brother Hu, the Supreme VIP room is ready." "Brother Yan, Sister Xia Rou, let’s go to the Supreme VIP room. This place is too small, too low-class, and beneath your status." Zhao Erhu stood up to invite them. "Whatever." Yan Xiaobao shrugged agreement, and the group, including Xia Rou, had no objections. Upon entering the spacious and luxurious Supreme VIP room, a row of heavily made-up, sensuously dressed KTV hostesses bowed deeply three times: "Hello, Brother Yan! Hello, Sister Xia Rou! Hello, Brother Hu!" Zhao Erhu had pulled out all the stops for this arrangement—it was the highest level of hospitality he could provide and reserved exclusively for the most distinguished guests. freёwebnovel.com "What are they here for?" Yan Xiaobao asked, clearly perplexed. "Uh..." Zhao Erhu froze. Is there really someone who doesn’t know what KTV hostesses are for in this day and age? Timely as ever, Biaozi stepped in to explain, "Not much, just servers who accompany you to drink and sing some songs." Yan Xiaobao glanced at them casually and then waved them off, saying, "They’re too ugly. I’m not letting them drink and sing with me; I’ve got Rourou, my wife, and that’s more than enough." "Uh..." Zhao Erhu was instantly mortified. These dozen hostesses were already the best-looking lineup he could find, yet Yan Xiaobao’s verdict was: "Too ugly..." Looking at Xia Rou and Han Ruobing, Zhao Erhu couldn’t help but accept it, though. A master like Yan Xiaobao, not only does he excel in martial arts, his taste is undeniably high-end. With a wave, he dismissed the row of hostesses before pouring himself a drink. "Brother Yan, Sister Xia Rou, a toast to you both! Bottoms up as a sign of my respect!" Zhao Erhu downed the glass in one go. Yan Xiaobao, meanwhile, didn’t drink but eyed him suspiciously, "Unexpected kindness without cause—it’s either treachery or a scam. Why are you suddenly treating me so courteously? What’s your angle?" "No, no, absolutely no angle. I wouldn’t dare to plot anything in front of Brother Yan!" Zhao Erhu slapped his chest earnestly. "Brother Yan, I deeply admire you. If you don’t mind, I’d like to follow you in the future and work under you!" "Work under me? Doing what?" Yan Xiaobao was utterly puzzled. "I don’t have anything for you to do..." "Um... well..." Zhao Erhu found himself tongue-tied. Chen Long cut in, "Brother Bao, what Zhao Erhu means is that he wants to be like me—a loyal follower of yours!" "Yes, yes, that’s exactly what I meant." Zhao Erhu quickly displayed his loyalty, "Brother Bao, please accept me! From now on, me and my crew will follow your lead. Whatever you want us to do, we’ll do it—no questions asked!" Yan Xiaobao curled his lips, "You think just anyone can be my subordinate? Let me ask you this—do you have a beautiful sister? Someone as pretty as my Rourou or Bingbing, my wives?" "Uh..." Zhao Erhu glanced at Xia Rou, then shook his head. "No..." "How about a beautiful daughter?" Yan Xiaobao asked again. "Uh... also no..." "Cousin? Distant cousin? Aunt’s niece? Goddaughter? Or any other pretty relatives?" "No... none of those either..." Zhao Erhu began sweating. Women as stunning as Xia Rou and Han Ruobing are rare gems—not something every family can boast... "Sigh..." Chen Long sighed and patted Zhao Erhu on the shoulder. "Let me tell you something. If I didn’t have a sister as gorgeous as Yang Liying to gift to Brother Bao as his wife, he wouldn’t have accepted me as his follower either. Since you don’t have a beautiful sister or daughter... this might be tough..." "Huh?" Zhao Erhu was baffled, "I just want to follow Brother Bao and do some work, not go as far as trying to build a family connection..." "With your crew of misfits, what could you possibly help me with?" Yan Xiaobao clearly didn’t think much of Zhao Erhu’s group. "Brother Bao, someone as powerful as you surely doesn’t need help with big things. But for those small, trivial tasks you wouldn’t bother to handle yourself, let us take care of them—it’ll absolutely be done!" Zhao Erhu began counting things off, "Like guarding your place, managing venues, picking up and driving you, acting as bodyguards, arranging grand entrances, delivering water, groceries, moving gas tanks..." Yan Xiaobao glanced at the ceiling, as if suddenly finding that Zhao Erhu’s group might actually be somewhat useful... Noticing Yan Xiaobao’s slightly interested expression, Zhao Erhu quickly seized the opportunity to push his agenda, "Brother Bao, I’m truly sincere. Take me and my brothers in, and I swear it’ll save you lots of hassle." "Brother Bao, I think Zhao Erhu really does mean it," Chen Long chimed in support, "Take them in, and at least no one will dare mess with Dexi Hall anymore. Sister Xia Rou will also be much safer traveling to and from work." Zhao Erhu cast a thankful glance at Chen Long. This skinny kid was actually pretty decent—so eager to assist, even without a bribe. Of course, he didn’t realize Chen Long simply saw an opportunity. If Zhao Erhu joined Yan Xiaobao’s crew, then as Yan Xiaobao’s first follower, Chen Long’s position would naturally rise, making him harder to bully in the future. "Still, making you guys my followers would feel like lowering my standards." Yan Xiaobao shook his head and glanced at Chen Long before casually remarking, "If you admire him so much, why don’t you let him take you in as a follower instead?" "Huh?" As soon as Yan Xiaobao said that, both Zhao Erhu and Chen Long were dumbstruck. Zhao Erhu looked at Chen Long, suddenly hesitant. He, Zhao Erhu, was a relatively big figure in the scene—how could he recognize this inexperienced kid with no clout or background as his boss? It didn’t make sense... But Chen Long, on the other hand, was thrilled. If Zhao Erhu really became his follower, then he’d instantly move up to being a respected boss himself! ... [Please favorite, recommend, tip, and support!] ...