Noticing the raised veins on Tang Hai's fist and his unusually large hands, Ning Fan knew he was skilled in hand techniques, capable of cracking stones and breaking wood with one punch.
He originally thought Tang Hai would make a move, but unexpectedly, Tang Hai suppressed his anger and said, "Could I notify the young lady first?"
"Hurry up."
Less than two minutes after the phone call, Tang Xiaoyue hurriedly arrived, her hair still a bit ssy as if she'd just gotten out of bed, evidently having no ti to put on makeup.
Noticing this detail, Ning Fan's perception of her changed significantly.
Glancing at the situation on the ground, the quick-thinking Tang Xiaoyue quickly said, "Mr. Ning, you've misunderstood."
"It seems to be a misunderstanding."
Ning Fan nodded, inviting her, "Miss Tang, please co in and talk."
"Thank you."
Tang Xiaoyue offered a gentle smile, her playful hair giving off a fresh vibe.
After being seated, Ning Fan got straight to the point, asking, "Miss Tang, why is your bodyguard here with ?"
"Here's what happened…"
Tang Xiaoyue organized her words and explained the situation.
"So that's how it is."
Ning Fan turned to Tang Hai and said, "I offended you earlier, I truly apologize. Thank you for your hard work through the night."
After yesterday's gambling tournant, Tang Xiaoyue forgot to warn Ning Fan to be cautious of Fabio.
Worrying that Fabio might make a move at the hotel, she asked Tang Hai to stand guard outside.
If anything happened, she could bring people for support.
Tang Hai stood guard all night, leading to the scene earlier.
Seeing Ning Fan's clear gaze and unfazed expression, the naturally heroic Tang Hai waved his hand, "It's a trivial matter, not worth ntioning. I'm to bla for not explaining clearly."
"Not at all!"
After a few polite exchanges, Ning Fan looked at Tang Xiaoyue and suddenly asked, "Why?"
"Why what?"
Tang Xiaoyue, slightly uncomfortable, played with her hair by her ear.
Seeing Tang Xiaoyue playing dumb, Ning Fan directly questioned, "Why help generously yesterday and trouble Brother Tang to keep watch? I want to know the reason."
"Fabio has been exploiting many Chinese; I've disliked him for a long ti. As fellow Chinese, it's my duty to act."
Ning Fan shook his head, "That's not a reason."
"I hope to be friends with Mr. Ning."
"That's also not a reason."
As Tang Xiaoyue fell silent, Ning Fan stood up, "Since Miss Tang doesn't want to say, let's leave it at that. Regardless, thank you for yesterday's events. If there's nothing else, we'll take our leave."
"Mr. Ning, I…"
In a mont of desperation, Tang Xiaoyue blurted out, "Fabio definitely won't let you go."
"That's our business."
Ning Fan replied, "I prefer being direct in my dealings. If Miss Tang doesn't wish to reveal her intentions, I hope this is our last eting."
Tang Xiaoyue clearly had an agenda, or else she wouldn't have both lent money and arranged for a bodyguard outside.
But Ning Fan disliked those complex maneuvers; he preferred direct communication.
"Mr. Ning, please stay."
Having reached this point, Tang Xiaoyue no longer held back and laid out her thoughts.
"You are saying you hope I join a gambling tournant."
Tang Xiaoyue corrected, "Strictly speaking, it's representing our Tang family."
Of course, she hadn't revealed everything; the competition's stakes were tied to license matters, which she didn't disclose.
Ning Fan questioned, "But how can you be so sure I'll win?"
"Yesterday's events weren't enough proof? Mr. Ning, your elegance is etched in my mory."
Ning Fan replied calmly, "I was just lucky."
"Luck!"
Tang Xiaoyue laughed bitterly, if she hadn't spent all night analyzing surveillance footage, she would have believed it was miraculous luck like everyone else.
But after watching countless replays and studying each ga thoroughly, Tang Xiaoyue realized the final ga was entirely intentional.
Only then did Tang Xiaoyue realize that from start to finish, every ga was under Ning Fan's control.
In the first ten gas, the so-called loss in standards was entirely deliberate by Ning Fan.
Through the first ten gas, he observed and understood each person's play style and mindset.
Then, he set up a "Lead the Tiger into the Trap" scenario.
Letting the last ga feature two Heavenly Kings versus a Straight Flush.
Only in such a scenario with high stakes could a single ga change the outco.
This kind of gambling technique is already a Divine Technique.
If Ning Fan could be recruited for the tournant, the Tang family would assuredly erge victorious from the Dongying competition.
After hearing Tang Xiaoyue's analysis, Ning Fan glanced at her, surprised she had managed to see through it.
His intent for the setup was a quick, precise strike to prevent Fabio from escaping at the sight of danger.
"I implore Mr. Ning to help us this once, whatever request you have, our Tang family…"
Ning Fan shook his head, "I'm afraid I can't assist with this."
"Mr. Ning, any condition you have can be proposed?"
Having discovered the mystery behind the last ga, but being wary of angering Ning Fan, Tang Xiaoyue would have rushed over imdiately under other circumstances.
Now, she's unconcerned about confidentiality, directly revealing the relations behind the Dongying competition and her bottom line.
"Everything is negotiable; our Tang family is willing to offer you shares."
The casino's shares are undoubtedly a treasure trove, but Ning Fan, despite believing Tang Xiaoyue is sincere, still replied, "Sorry."
"Why?"
"Would you believe if I said I'm repulsed by gambling?"
Tang Xiaoyue firmly stated, "I believe!"
"Oh!"
A hint of surprise flashed in Ning Fan's eyes, noting no sign of pretense; Tang Xiaoyue sincerely believed him.
"If that's the case, please don't make things difficult for , Miss Tang."
"I don't wish to either. But this matter is of great consequence." Tang Xiaoyue pleaded bitterly, "Mr. Ning, just this once, I beseech you."
"This…"
Ning Fan had to admit, Tang Xiaoyue's tactic had hit his weak spot.
He could never resist gentleness, a long-standing flaw.
Moreover, Tang Xiaoyue had unconditionally supported him last night.
Seeing Ning Fan staring at her, Mary awkwardly asked, "Why are you looking at like that?"
"Mary, maybe you could help Miss Tang."
Following Ning Fan's suggestion, everyone present was stunned.
"Is this lady also an expert?"
Tang Xiaoyue felt mixed emotions.
Distressed that Ning Fan had firmly expressed no intention of participating.
But relieved there seed to be soone who could take his place.
Mary exclaid, "Don't joke around. I don't even know how to play bridge."
Upon hearing this, Tang Xiaoyue's heart sank.
Bridge poker is similar to Huaxia's Dou Dizhu; if you can't play this, then it basically ans you don't know poker at all.
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