"They know we're active in the U.S. stock market, and through their mid-level and senior stock players, they've systematically eroded our funds—this is precisely why our cash flow has collapsed!" Qiao said, revealing the truth. "Yue Qian, pass me a cigar!" Yue immediately handed a cigar to Gao Huang and lit it for him. Gao Huang took a deep drag, exhaled in steady rings of smoke, and his face grew serious as he asked Qiao, "Can we also hire senior stock players?" "Yes, we absolutely can—but every time we hire someone, that person immediately resigns upon joining. The reason? Threats from the U.S. underworld!" Qiao explained. At that moment, Yue interjected: "Master Gao, in the U.S., we have no allies or established networks. On the other hand, our counterparts are deeply entrenched and immensely powerful. Many of our colleagues have already sacrificed themselves for the company's interests!" As she spoke, Yue began to cry. His bright teeth clicked together as he sharply inhaled, then tossed the cigarette butt to the ground, stomping it out with the heel of his shoe, and declared to the gathered crowd, "It's clear now! A game has begun! This time, we're making a full-scale push into the stock market! Once the old guard steps in, the entire stock market will tremble!" "Excellent! We're all listening to the boss! We'll follow the boss into the international stock market!" Qiao and the Four Giants rallied instantly, and figures like He Zhen Tian and Huang Fei Long also enthusiastically joined in. As long as Longfeng Hall needed, they would contribute a portion of the protection fees collected from Ruxue Street and other areas of Hanshai City to support Gao Liang's stock market initiative. Huangliang had just said they were launching a full-scale push into the stock market, but in reality, he had absolutely no confidence. He wasn't even a stock investor. Honestly, the old guard couldn't grasp the most basic terms—like closing positions or going long—when faced with the colorful, ever-changing stock charts. Huangliang's head was spinning. He immediately dialed Ye Qian's phone, only to find it was off the hook. What on earth was going on? Huangliang then called Jiao Yi, and to his surprise, Jiao Yi's phone was also off. Something was definitely wrong. Because Huangliang had just verbally instructed everyone to keep their phones on 24/7, ready to respond at a moment's notice to the Grand Master's call. Damn it! They weren't even there when it mattered most! What good are you people? Huangliang was firm and authoritative. He immediately issued an order through the human resources department, imposing fines of 500 yuan each on both Jiao Yi and Ye Qian as a disciplinary measure to serve as a warning to all. The next day at work, Qiao didn't show up, while Ye Qian came in with a deeply sorrowful expression. She lowered her head and walked into the spacious and luxurious office of the Grand Master, softly saying, "Master! I... I would like to resign." "Why?" Gao Liang was quite surprised. Ye Qian wouldn't look up at him, her voice filled with sorrow. "I'm going back to my hometown tomorrow. I wish you all the happiness. May the Long Feng Hall grow ever larger!" Ye Qian's hometown wasn't in Hanshai City, but in a more remote western city, Yanshan City, thousands of miles away. When Gao Liang asked her the specific reason for her resignation, she didn't provide a clear explanation—she only expressed deep melancholy. Gao Liang didn't press further and immediately said to her, "Take good care of yourself. Should you ever wish to return, we'll always welcome you!" Gao Liang's words were natural, graceful, and truly gentlemanly—so touching that Ye Qian burst into tears. Gao Liang was the most afraid of women crying, so he quickly comforted her, saying, " Even if I can't do much, I can certainly offer you some advice and lend a hand! If you still consider me a friend, right? "Woohoo!" Ye Qian broke down in tears completely, naturally leaning against Gao Liang's shoulder. Gao Liang felt utterly puzzled. "Liang, I have something to ask you. Do you have me in your heart?" After her tears subsided, Ye Qian finally asked with a firm resolve. This surprised Gao Liang. Come on—there are so many beautiful women around his older colleague. At this pace, I'd better build a magnificent palace and name it "The Harem," with Ye Qian as one of the consorts. But right now, Gao Liang simply doesn't have the heart to think about such things. His older colleague is completely unfamiliar with the stock market and needs someone to share insights with. Gao Liang changed the subject, looking around: "Ye Qian, the stock market matters—I need your help! Can you stay with me? For me?" Ye Jian hesitated, didn't answer, but instead asked, "Tell me first—do you have me in your heart?" Gao Liang didn't know how to respond. At that moment, a brother rushed in from outside to report, "Master, Second-in-Command! He! He's been kidnapped!" Gao Liang was startled and immediately asked, "Who? How bold of them!" The brother explained, "Last night, Second-in-Command went to a bar to unwind. But we never expected—he drank a few drinks and then drove home on his own. Since then, he's been missing. We've tried calling him, but his phone has been off!" Now Gao Liang realized it was a misunderstanding involving Qiao Yuan, and quickly said, "Understood!" At once, he issued orders: the Four Giants, along with He Zhen Tian and Huang Feilong, would send their people to investigate Qiao Yuan's whereabouts. Ye Jian was deeply surprised by Qiao Yuan's disappearance and immediately told Gao Liang, "Master, if I'm not mistaken—American KKK representatives have already arrived!" "Excellent! Excellent! Finally, our opponents have arrived!" Gao Liang spoke with confident ease, as if nothing had happened, while Ye Qian was internally amazed: "Several of my brothers were killed off by the KKK!" "Excellent! The Long Feng Hall will never compromise with the KKK. From today on, I will lead my brothers in a full-scale battle against them!" Gao Liang declared with great determination. At this moment, Ye Qian poured a glass of wine and presented it to Gao Liang, saying, "Master, this is whisky I brought back from the United States. Would you like to try it?" Gao Liang nodded and drank it down. Meanwhile, Ye Qian smiled subtly at Gao Liang: Hmph! You've been fooled! Indeed, Gao Liang began to feel dizzy, his vision growing blurry. Right in front of Gao Liang, Ye Qian slowly removed her clothes, revealing her striking figure—athletic, sensuous, and beautiful. Especially impressive were her two full, rounded breasts, proudly rising, with deep, inviting grooves between them, inviting one to reach in. Her abdomen was smooth and toned, and her hips were perfectly rounded and pointed. Especially the long tights of Ye Qian sent his eyes drifting into a state of wonder. Damn, he never thought Ye Qian could be so stunning. Now, he felt a burning warmth throughout his body, with an inexplicable urge building beneath. No matter what—he was going to take her now, to love her now, and to make love to her now.