I watched the two scoundrels dash into Li Ye's tent. It was obvious they were going to complain.
Such good dogs, getting beaten and then running back to their master.
I sneered. I already disdained what that Li Ye did. If he dared to provoke me, I wouldn't mind sending that scumbag to hell myself.
After all, I didn't know how many pieces of trash had died by my hands already.
I felt a sense of helplessness at my own thought.
Who would have thought that just a few months ago, I was a diligent office worker living a quiet life, and now I could take a life with a casual word?
If this were modern society, I'd probably be on the international most wanted list by now.
Not long after, there was some commotion from the camp. It seemed those two scoundrels were kicked out, and then Li Ye himself emerged from the tent. kuAiδugg
Due to the darkness, I couldn't see the expression on Li Ye's face.
No matter what I thought, it certainly wouldn't be a friendly one towards me.
After months on the deserted island, I had learned one crucial lesson: when someone tries to provoke you, never show weakness.
Only by brandishing your fists openly at them.
Will they feel fear and dare not provoke you.
Seeing Li Ye look in my direction, I simply raised my alloy knife and gestured at him twice.
I've got a knife and I'm not afraid to die, so come at me!
Perhaps seeing the weapon in my hand, Li Ye paused and didn't seek revenge for his subordinates.
Indeed, people are bullies and cowards. This Li Ye was also a coward, only daring to attack those without weapons.
Seeing no further movement from their side, I let out a disdainful chuckle and sat back down by the bonfire.
"Lu Ziye, is everything alright outside?"
After a while, a soft voice came from the tent. It was Qi Qiaoqiao.
"Everything's fine outside. Two scoundrels tried to ambush us earlier, but I sent them packing. You and Qi Xinxin should hurry and sleep. I'm here."
The beach had cooled down, but it was still incredibly stuffy. Bored, I poked at the charcoal in my pile and replied warmly to the tent.
There were no further incidents that night, except for the numerous mosquitoes that left me covered in bites. I only managed to drift off into a daze towards the latter half of the night.
It wasn't surprising that I was so vigilant. I had already made an enemy of that Li Ye. If he wanted to become the leader of the remaining survivors, he would have to deal with me to establish his authority.
Similarly, I now needed to find a way to get off this island from the company's people. Leaving this camp was impossible in the short term, so a confrontation with them was inevitable.
I woke up the next morning. As I opened my eyes, I saw Qi Xinxin squatting in front of me, poking my nose with a blade of grass.
Damn it, I was wondering why I kept sneezing in my sleep. Turns out this little one was causing trouble.
I reached out and vigorously ruffled Qi Xinxin's hair until it was a mess.
Seeing her wronged expression, I burst into laughter, all my fatigue vanishing.
Since it was still early and our food was running low, I went to the nearby trees to pick some fruit for them.
After we finished eating, I suddenly saw the two scoundrels who had tried to ambush us last night, running towards us, panting heavily.
Rushing to offer themselves up so early in the morning?
I stretched my muscles. I had already gauged their capabilities yesterday; they were no threat at all.
As they approached, I slowly drew my alloy knife from my waist and sneered at them.
"I let you two scoundrels go last night, and I didn't expect you to dare come back today. Looks like I'll have to send you on your way!"
The two men were drenched in sweat, clearly weak. Seeing me draw my knife, the barrel-chested one quickly stopped, raising his hands in a pose that resembled a circus clown.
"Big brother, please don't strike. We've come to negotiate!"
The thin man beside him echoed him, his face filled with obsequiousness.
"Big brother, please calm your anger. We've come to deliver a message from Li Ye. Li Ye thinks you're capable and a true man. He admires you!"
I was so amused by this that I started laughing. This Li Ye really thought he was something special, trying to recruit me to rule the island with him?
"Hmph, enough with the pleasantries! Get to the point!"
The thin man glanced at Qiao Xinxin beside me, then tried to lean in to whisper in my ear, but was scared back by the alloy knife I drew.
"Big brother is truly wise. Li Ye has just one small condition..."