"Ah, so you were talking about this.
You misunderstood, actually I meant to say that Yongde Security Company is quite impressive—it has so many people.
Previously, when I was downstairs, I couldn't see anyone around, and I thought this company wasn't very capable.
Now, seeing so many people all of a sudden, I was somewhat shocked and made that comment about their impressive strength."
Liu Chen explained with a sudden realization, and his expression clearly wasn't feigned.
"Really?"
Cai Yin frowned, the confusion in her charming eyes deepening a bit.
"Yes."
Liu Chen feigned ignorance as he spoke, but inside he found Cai Yin quite amusing.
If it were possible, he wouldn't mind demonstrating some of his abilities, but he didn't want to attract trouble.
"Alright, then I must have been mistaken, let's eat."
Cai Yin said cheerfully, leading Liu Chen to the dining window.
The people who were eating turned their gaze towards Liu Chen, their eyes flickering with confusion since they did not recognize him.
Liu Chen, carrying his tray, let the chef randomly pile on a few of his favorite dishes, and then followed Cai Yin to sit next to Blackie, taking a seat quite naturally.
When Liu Chen sat down, Blackie was slightly taken aback and then glanced at Cai Yin on the edge, a toothy smile emerging as though he understood something.
And just at that moment, Cai Yin said with a cheerful smile, "Liu Chen, you're quite daring to sit here, aren't you?
I should tell you, only A-level guards can sit here."
Although Cai Yin was smiling, her expression seemed rather intentional.
Just as Liu Chen was about to eat, he paused again, looked at Cai Yin, then at Blackie beside him, before turning to look at the group behind him—a sinking feeling suddenly rising in his chest. He stood up to leave.
Because Liu Chen already knew, he had been tricked by Cai Yin again!
Just then, a young man not far from Liu Chen suddenly stood up, baring his teeth in a grin, "Are you the new A-level guard? Heh, good, I challenge you!"
The young man quickly left his table and walked straight to Liu Chen.
After he stepped away, several people beside his seat began sighing in despair, "Damn it, Chen Tao, this kid got ahead of me. I wish I had been a bit quicker."
Seeing this, Liu Chen hurriedly explained, "I'm not an A-level guard; I'm a new door guard."
Liu Chen, just returning to the city, did not want to engage, so he quickly clarified.
Hearing this, the young man named Chen Tao changed his expression and then said with a smile, "Don't joke with me, the fact that Cai Yin let you sit there implies you must be an A-level guard."
"I really am not, I'm just a door guard, Cai Yin brought me to eat here, and I just sat here because she did.
Since I'm not supposed to sit here, I'll leave now."
As he spoke, Liu Chen picked up his tray and was about to leave.
But Cai Yin, still smiling, said, "Liu Chen, stop joking now. Since Chen Tao has challenged you, why not spar with him after we finish eating?" Cai Yin narrowed her eyes, making a cute face.
But to Liu Chen, her face appeared devilish; he saw right through it—Cai Yin was a witch.
Clearly, this was all set up against him, and if he really did not accept the challenge, judging by these people's expressions, his future here would be very difficult.
Realizing this, Liu Chen could only bitterly smile, "Alright, I accept."
As he spoke, Liu Chen sat down again, but he cast a severe look at Cai Yin, clearly upset inside.
Cai Yin just squinted her eyes and laughingly smiled—seemingly indifferent to Liu Chen's gaze—leaving him speechless.
"Oh, so this guy looks down on me? For someone who's clearly an A-level guard, how come you're pretending to be pathetic to deceive me? Just say it outright."
Chen Tao stood there, his words tinged with sarcasm. His eyes twinkled with a faint cold light; he clearly was dissatisfied with Liu Chen, believing Liu Chen was making a fool out of him!
Since Cai Yin had already stated that Liu Chen was an A-level guard, but Liu Chen had denied it, though he had finally admitted it, wasn't this just playing games with him?
Hearing this, Liu Chen felt a wave of displeasure rise within him; he was clearly being misunderstood, yet Chen Tao was showing murderous intent—this annoyed Liu Chen.
At that moment, Cai Yin also frowned and spoke, "Chen Tao, we are colleagues, even comrades. Aren't you being a bit too much?"
She then glanced at Chen Tao coolly, her charming eyes flashing with a warning.
Seeing this, Chen Tao's expression changed, becoming somewhat unsightly.
His reason for challenging Liu Chen was that he perceived Liu Chen as weak. As a B-level guard, by challenging an A-level guard and winning against him, he could be promoted to an A-level guard.
Once becoming an A-level guard, the commissions he would earn for missions and his status in the company would far exceed those of B-level guards.
In order to capitalize on this, Chen Tao, seeing Liu Chen as weak, wanted to take advantage of him.
But hearing Cai Yin's tone seemingly defending Liu Chen deliberately made him very uncomfortable, yet he dared not argue, knowing full well the extent of Cai Yin's capabilities.
"Sorry, Cai Yin, I was a bit over the top."
Chen Tao said apologetically before turning and returning to his seat.
However, he had already resolved to teach Liu Chen a harsh lesson later to ease his frustration.
Cai Yin frowned her beautiful brows; Chen Tao's hypocrisy certainly didn't escape her eyes.
At the same time, she also felt somewhat guilty, as if she shouldn't have tested Liu Chen in this way.
If someone else had taken action, it might have been okay, but Chen Tao was known for his ruthlessness and mercilessness, yet his skills ranked him among the top three of the B-level security members without question.
While Cai Yin herself was unsure if Liu Chen had hidden any abilities, and even if he had, whether he could match Chen Tao, she realized that her actions had been somewhat reckless.
At this moment, Liu Chen, while eating, pondered how to resolve this difficulty plaguing his mind.
If he fought without holding back, not to mention Chen Tao, even ten Chen Taos wouldn't stand a chance!
But revealing his strength would inevitably lead to trouble, yet concealing it would make fighting Chen Tao difficult.
After all, Chen Tao's skills were not to be underestimated, leaving Liu Chen truly in a quandary.
Everyone ate quickly, and within about ten minutes, they had finished their lunch one after another.
Just then, Chen Tao's somewhat annoying voice rang out again, "Liu Chen, shall we start our match now?"
Although reluctant, Liu Chen could only agree at this moment, "I'm ready anytime."
"Good, since that's the case, let's go now. There is an arena on the fourth floor."
Saying this, Chen Tao directly started walking ahead.
"Okay,"
Liu Chen responded with a smile.
"Come on, I'll take you there."
Cai Yin said with a smile, then walked ahead with a sultry stride, while Liu Chen silently followed her.
After they left, many others followed suit.
After all, they wanted to see just how capable the new guy, Liu Chen, was. Those who had fought with Liu Chen the previous day were particularly intrigued because the events had seemed quite bizarre.
As they walked, Cai Yin suddenly moved closer to Liu Chen, causing him to look bewildered. Though puzzled, he said nothing.
"Be careful with Chen Tao; he strikes ruthlessly and without mercy, and he's very strong.
In fact, he has already achieved the level of an A-level security member, just missing the number of completed missions. If he completes them, he'll be promoted to A-level security.
It's my fault today. I shouldn't have tested you like this, but I still think you're extraordinary.
Also, to let you know, Chen Tao challenged you because you are an A-level guard; if he wins, he can be promoted directly to A-level security. That's his goal."
Cai Yin whispered beside Liu Chen, inaudible to anyone else.
"It seems like you've really set me up this time. If I get beaten up, can I leave the rest of my life in your hands?"
Liu Chen said pitifully, but he wasn't very concerned. He also thought highly of Cai Yin since she realized her mistake.
"Giggle, then don't pretend too much, or you'll really end up hurt by Chen Tao."
Cai Yin regained her composure and giggled, her beautiful eyes playfully scanning Liu Chen.
"Er, do you really trust your intuition that much?"
Liu Chen said with a smile, enjoying chatting with Cai Yin, although he remained wary of this witch's verbal traps.
The two of them chatted quietly, but to outsiders, it seemed their relationship was quite different.
Especially with how close they walked and their cheerful demeanor, those uninformed would think they were a couple since they certainly looked the part.
This scene further infuriated the nearby walking Chen Tao.
Chen Tao, naturally having some ideas about the alluring and sexy Cai Yin, hadn't shown it because he knew he was too weak in her eyes.
But this didn't mean he didn't like Cai Yin. Seeing Liu Chen and Cai Yin so close together, he felt extremely annoyed.
"Liu Chen, I will teach you a severe lesson!"
Chen Tao thought to himself, his gaze towards Liu Chen turning even more unfriendly.