King of Assassins-Chapter 188 - 177: Discovery

In an office of the Mingjing City Notary, Tie Zhonghai and Feng Zheng were chatting.

"Just giving up like this, it’s tens of billions, really not willing."

Talking about such a huge fortune, Feng Zheng’s eyes behind his gold-rimmed glasses glowed with greed, and his handsome face appeared a bit twisted.

Bai Yutang disappeared, and according to the law, there should have been a one-year buffer period. But the officials suddenly announced a death list, including Bai Yutang.

The key point is that Bai Yutang had no relatives, yet she entrusted her vast estate to an eighteen-year-old boy.

This boy, coming from the countryside, could be considered without kin or support in Mingjing City.

For Tie Zhonghai and Feng Zheng, this was indeed a windfall.

Although both were high earners, it would take them lifetimes to amass such a fortune.

With this money, they could achieve a major leap in social class.

This kind of opportunity is indeed once in a lifetime.

Tie Zhonghai and Feng Zheng have always had a very good reputation in the legal field, known for their honesty and reliability. They spent decades in Mingjing City building such a reputation.

This was also the reason Bai Yutang chose their law firm. Furthermore, Bai Yutang never expected any mishap. Making a will was merely a precaution.

In the end, human nature cannot withstand the test.

Tie Zhonghai and Feng Zheng immediately realized they couldn’t miss this opportunity. They initially planned to trick Gao Xuan into signing an authorization letter, thus legally transferring Bai Yutang’s assets.

However, Gao Xuan didn’t fall for it at all.

Originally, Tie Zhonghai and Feng Zheng plotted to hire a killer, but they knew Gao Xuan was a Level 7 Swordsman and lived in the Mingjing University campus, making it not easy to kill such a master.

While they were still selecting a killer, they received a video from Luo Dong City.

In the video, Luo Dong City was straightforward. He knew Bai Yutang’s estate was inherited by Gao Xuan; he expressed his concern and hoped Tie Zhonghai and Feng Zheng could handle it well.

After ending the communication, Tie Zhonghai was dumbfounded.

Tie Zhonghai had dealt with the powerful and wealthy for years, and he knew their influence all too well. Especially someone as important as Luo Dong City. His words alone could decide life and death.

Even if he acquired Bai Yutang’s tens of billions of inheritance, he had no right to stand up straight in Luo Dong City’s presence. The gap in their social strata was too vast.

No matter how unwilling he was, Tie Zhonghai had to change his mind and proceed obediently with the inheritance procedures for Gao Xuan.

Today’s procedure at the notary was the last step, and once notarized, all of Bai Yutang’s assets would be officially inherited by Gao Xuan and legally become his personal property.

Feng Zheng, still unwilling, tried to persuade Tie Zhonghai to change his mind before it was too late.

Tie Zhonghai shook his head, "Don’t think about these things anymore; right now, our most important task is to complete the procedures."

Feng Zheng still wanted to persuade further, but Tie Zhonghai interrupted, "Gao Xuan is only eighteen, he’s still a student. He can’t manage this much wealth. We can help him manage it."

"Well, that could work too."

Feng Zheng’s eyes lit up; this method seemed good. As long as the wealth was entrusted to them for management, who the actual owner is wasn’t so important.

They didn’t even need to embezzle the wealth; just managing it diligently to win Gao Xuan’s trust would provide countless opportunities.

Tie Zhonghai admonished Feng Zheng, "Don’t be so shortsighted, and don’t underestimate the power of the Mingjing University President."

The office door was pushed open, and Gao Xuan and Jiang Xuejun walked in together. Behind Jiang Xuejun were several men dressed in formal Tang suits.

Tie Zhonghai didn’t pay attention to those followings; his gaze was completely captivated by Gao Xuan.

Anyone seeing Gao Xuan for the first time couldn’t help but be dazzled by his extraordinary looks.

Tie Zhonghai finally understood why his female assistant described Gao Xuan in such a way.

This young man dressed casually yet appropriately, with an attention to detail in accessories. Most importantly, his appearance was truly like the blazing sun in the sky, radiating infinite light, magnificent and resplendent.

No wonder Bai Yutang would like Gao Xuan; it all made sense.

While Tie Zhonghai was sighing in his heart, someone called him, "Old Tie, what are you staring at? Seeing an old friend and not saying a word?"

Tie Zhonghai turned his gaze to find Jiang Shangfeng.

Jiang Shangfeng, with his sleek-backed hair and a robust face, looked like a Jianghu hero, a big figure in the legal world of Mingjing City. Tie Zhonghai was quite surprised to see him here.

He respectfully asked, "Mr. Jiang, what brings you here?"

Feng Zheng stood aside, grinning apologetically, as he was too junior to speak to Jiang Shangfeng.

Jiang Shangfeng laughed heartily, "I’m here to help Mr. Gao handle the inheritance. Let’s work together on this."

"What?"

Tie Zhonghai was even more surprised; how did Gao Xuan manage to invite someone of Jiang Shangfeng’s status?

Jiang Shangfeng smiled but did not elaborate. Jiang Xuejun, being a direct lineage of the Jiang Family, made the request; he couldn’t refuse her face. Moreover, Wei Yue specifically approached him to take care of Gao Xuan.

Besides, this was a big business. By taking it on, he could also make a profit.

Tie Zhonghai also figured it out by now. Gao Xuan was indeed without support or resources, but his face was indeed a resource.

Evidently, not many women could refuse Gao Xuan’s requests.

Tie Zhonghai glanced at Jiang Xuejun, with her rugged braid and neutral attire, but clearly, she was a first-class beauty.

Judging by her attire and accessories, one could tell she had an extraordinary background. Especially the aura of arrogance between her brows, which only a noble youth could possess. Moreover, she was from a top-tier noble family.

Tie Zhonghai hurriedly smiled apologetically: "Mr. Gao, we can handle this little matter. There’s really no need to trouble Mr. Jiang."

Gao Xuan smiled and said to Jiang Shangfeng, "I’ll leave the rest to you, Lawyer Jiang."

Tie Zhonghai, ignored by Gao Xuan, felt a bit awkward. Jiang Shangfeng nodded courteously, "Rest assured, Mr. Gao, I am professional at this."

Jiang Shangfeng patted Tie Zhonghai, "Old Tie, let’s get to business. Mr. Gao’s time is precious. Haha..."

Tie Zhonghai also realized that Gao Xuan had an opinion about them. He must have seen through their malicious intent.

However, with Jiang Shangfeng present, they couldn’t pull any tricks in front of this legal giant.

Jiang Shangfeng was very serious, carefully reading through all the clauses of the contract with several assistants and suggesting some modifications.

Regarding this, Tie Zhonghai could only obediently make changes. Feng Zheng didn’t even dare to breathe loudly.

Once the contract template was completed, they invited an official to conduct notarization and registration, and all of Bai Yutang’s assets were officially transferred under Gao Xuan’s name.

It was a property worth billions, even Jiang Xuejun was a bit envious. She couldn’t help but quietly say to Gao Xuan, "From now on, you’re a billionaire. Congratulations, congratulations."

Gao Xuan said indifferently, "It’s all Sister Tang’s inheritance, nothing to celebrate."

"I’m sorry, I spoke without thinking."

Although Jiang Xuejun didn’t like Bai Yutang, she realized it was a bit excessive to say so and hurriedly apologized.

"Your apology lacks sincerity."

Gao Xuan said, "If you’re truly sincere, just change the will’s inheritor to my name."

"Get lost..."

After finishing the dealings, Jiang Shangfeng and his team left first.

Gao Xuan said to Jiang Xuejun, "Now that we have some money, I’ll treat you to a meal today. Let’s invite Little Bird and my godson and have a feast."

Jiang Xuejun was a bit surprised, but since Gao Xuan wanted to have dinner, they would accompany him, "Sure, I’ve been wanting to go to Fish and Dragon Hall for their extravagant banquet, and today you’re treating."

Tie Zhonghai and Feng Zheng watched the Flying Leopard Sports Car roar away, both exchanging looks, full of dejection and disappointment.

Because of Jiang Shangfeng’s arrival, all their minor tricks were seen through. They couldn’t gain any advantage. Their little plan to manage Gao Xuan’s wealth also failed.

Tie Zhonghai said to Feng Zheng, "This time we lost face and gained nothing."

Feng Zheng said in surprise, "No way. We were just thinking about it, we didn’t actually do anything bad."

"I think this Gao Xuan is not simple."

Recollecting Gao Xuan, Tie Zhonghai didn’t remember the peerlessly handsome face, but rather Gao Xuan’s closed eyes.

Gao Xuan, with his eyes closed, always made him feel mysterious and unfathomable. Gao Xuan’s attitude today also made him very uneasy.

Especially since Jiang Shangfeng was also there, and all their misdeeds were seen by Jiang Shangfeng.

"I’m just afraid that if Jiang Shangfeng goes back and spreads the word, they won’t be able to make a living in this industry." Tie Zhonghai said worriedly.

It is important to know that in the law industry, reputation is paramount.

Feng Zheng also found it worrying and urgently said, "Boss, quickly go talk to Jiang Shangfeng."

Tie Zhonghai thought it made sense, shouldn’t passively wait.

He hurriedly contacted Jiang Shangfeng, "Mr. Jiang, we didn’t handle the matter with Gao Xuan well. It’s our mistake."

On the light screen, Jiang Shangfeng shook his head, "Old Tie, you were just unlucky, hit a steel wall. I can’t help you with this."

He paused and added, "I’ll give you a piece of advice, leave Mingjing as soon as possible."

Tie Zhonghai wanted to say more, but Jiang Shangfeng had already coldly hung up the communication.

That afternoon, news spread that Iron Bone Law Firm tried to seize Bai Yutang’s inheritance.

This news quickly circulated, and by the next day, most of the assignments Iron Bone Law Firm handled were forcibly terminated.

The Lawyer Ethics Association also sent a letter to Iron Bone Law Firm, intending to conduct a thorough investigation of their practice.

Tie Zhonghai was under immense pressure, especially as the nobles he served all questioned his character.

Some even hinted directly that he should quickly resolve things himself to prevent leaks.

Tie Zhonghai held on for a day but ultimately couldn’t bear it, jumping from the top of the commercial building where the law firm was located, smashing his brains open.

Feng Zheng didn’t want to die, so he hurriedly wrapped up the law firm’s affairs, took a batch of cash, and left.

However, the flying ship ticket Feng Zheng booked was never claimed. Feng Zheng and his beautiful assistant vanished without a trace, their fate unknown.

With the loss of its two major founders, Iron Bone Law Firm collapsed.

To the large Mingjing City, the collapse of a medium-sized law firm was nothing significant. Like a stone thrown into the ocean, the splashes it made were quickly engulfed.

However, someone did notice Iron Bone Law Firm and took note of this incident.

Xiao Wan was sitting on the sofa in the guest room of Yuanlong Mansion, in front of several dozens of light screens playing different visuals simultaneously, among which two screens continuously displayed various data.

Looking at the marked red news of Iron Bone Law Firm’s collapse, Xiao Wan murmured to herself, "Related to Wei Yue and inheriting Bai Yutang’s estate, there’s a problem..."