Henry was taken aback. He sneered, "Louis, your bold words are impressive, but I'm afraid I can't help with this matter, and there's nothing I can do!"

Louis shook his head and said, "You can be of help. As long as you bring Billy and his core members here, you'll be doing me a big favor!"

Henry's expression changed, and he angrily exclaimed, "Is this the reason Louis invited me here?"

Louis replied, "You're smart. I believe I don't need to spell it out for you."

Henry stood up, glaring, and exclaimed loudly, "Betray Billy? That's simply impossible! I wouldn't do that even if you killed me. Louis, you underestimate my principles!"

Louis smiled and gestured with his hand, saying, "Don't get too worked up. I believe you will do it."

Henry sat back down, looked at Louis, and closed his eyes without saying a word. Jack got irritated by his demeanor and loudly muttered, "I'll beat you to..."

Jack noticed Louis' gaze and didn't finish his sentence.

Louis gently said, "I know your mother passed away early, and your father raised you and your sister. Your sister must be in the second year of junior high, right? She's very cute. You wouldn't want anything to happen to her, would you?" As he spoke, he took out a small pendant from his pocket and dangled it by the string, shaking it in his hand.

When Henry heard Louis mention his sister, he opened his eyes. Upon seeing the jade pendant in Louis' hand, he stood up with a gasp and moved forward. He was quickly restrained by Jack and others and pressed to the ground. He shouted, "What did you do to my sister?"

Louis chuckled, "She's safe for now, my guys are taking good care of her. But it's temporary. Her safety depends largely on your cooperation."

Henry shouted, "Louis, if you're brave enough, deal with me. Leave my sister out of this!"

Louis stood up, crouched next to Henry, and looked at him, pinned to the ground. He said, "You have a misconception that I need to correct. I'm not a hero, remember that. I'm a villain! Your sister is in my hands, and anything could happen. Do you want to save your sister or your friend? Take some time to think about it."

Henry squeezed out two words through his teeth, "You bustard!

Louis remained calm, waved to Jack, and said, "Let him go! He has the night to think."

Jack and the others released Henry. He stood up, stared at Louis, and demanded, "Where's my sister? I want to see her!"

Louis shook his head, "That's not possible. Now you can leave. Oh, and it's better if you don't call the police. If you do, your sister will vanish. And you won't have any evidence. You have one night to consider. Give me a message before noon tomorrow, or I can't guarantee your sister's safety. Go now."

Henry wanted to say more, but Jack and the others pulled him out. Walking home, tears fell to the ground. He knew that his sister had faced a lot of hardships since their mother's death. He couldn't let anything happen to her, absolutely not...

After Henry left, Louis let out a sigh of relief. He smiled at everyone and said, "Let's check on our little guest!" The group left the restaurant. Eric found the owner and gave him $100, telling him they'd be back tomorrow night. The owner smiled widely.

Louis and his friends arrived at Spring KTV. There were several people standing outside. When they saw Louis approaching, they all bowed and greeted him together.

Louis nodded and asked, "Is the little girl doing well?"

One person with a mournful expression on his face said, "She's doing great, full of energy, and has been active until now. Louis, look at my face, this is her masterpiece!"

Louis took a careful look. The guy had four blood marks on his face. Louis laughed and patted his shoulder, then walked towards the KTV. Jack came over and playfully tugged his head, saying, "You really have some bad luck!"

Inside, Louis saw Steven smoking. When Steven saw Louis, he stood up and quickly asked, "Louis, how did it go? Did Henry agree?"

Louis shook his head and said, "I gave him a night to think. There shouldn't be a problem!"

Steven asked, "What if he remains adamant and doesn't agree? What should we do with this girl?"

Louis chuckled, "He won't refuse. I checked over the past three days; he cares deeply for his sister. If he really doesn't agree, then let her be your wife, Steven! I think she looks good enough!"

Steven blushed slightly at Louis's teasing and said, "Louis, don't make fun of me!"

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Louis said, "Come on, take me to see her!" Steven nodded, and they entered the room with the others. As soon as they opened the door, a large pillow flew towards them. Steven was startled and caught it with his hands. There stood a girl around fourteen years old, with big eyes, standing on the bed, hands on her hips, and shouting loudly, "Release me now, or I'll tell my brother, and he'll beat you!"

Steven's eyes widened as he listened. He exclaimed, "My bed! How dare you wear shoes and step on my bed!" Steven walked over in large strides, ignoring the girl's surprised expression. He lifted her around her waist and threw her onto the ground, looking at the bedsheet that had been mercilessly trampled upon with a pained expression.

The little girl got up, patted her bottom, and ran behind Steven. She kicked him hard from behind and said, "You scoundrel, how dare you hit me!" After a few kicks and no reaction from Steven, she kicked a few more times.

Suddenly, Steven turned around, veins pulsating on his forehead. He shouted, "You little imp, I'll teach you a lesson!" Seeing Steven's murderous gaze, Jack quickly moved forward and embraced him, saying, "Enough, enough. What's the point of getting so worked up over a little girl!?"

Hearing Jack's words, Steven calmed down, sat on the bed, and caught his breath.

Louis had a smile on his face, thinking that this little girl was really something special to be able to provoke Steven to this extent. With these thoughts in mind, Louis said with a smile, "Quite a show! It's a pity it's over so soon!"

The little girl looked at the smiling boy and felt that he was only a couple of years older than her, and not too intimidating in appearance. Feeling courageous, she asked loudly, "What are you laughing at? "

Louis grinned at the girl and said, " You're much tougher than your brother! But it's better for girls to be a bit gentle, or else who would dare to be your boyfriend?"

The little girl asked in astonishment, "Do you know my brother?" Louis nodded and said, "I do! Your brother asked me to take good care of you. Wherever you want to go, we'll take you there!" Eric quickly interjected, "Louis, that's not possible..."

Louis interrupted him and said, "It's fine." He turned to the girl and asked, "So, where do you want to go?"

The girl said, "I want to go ice skating!"

Louis was taken aback since he wasn't skilled in that sport. He smiled at Steven and said, "I think you're the best ice skater among us. You should accompany the little girl! I have something to do, so I'll leave now!" After saying goodbye to everyone, Louis left, leaving behind a stunned Steven and the mischievous grins of Jack and Eric.

"Is it really that funny? Jack, why do I feel you're enjoying this the most?" "Come on, Steven! Eric is laughing too, Why don't you mention that?" The sound of Jack's wail and the innocent laughter of the little girl echoed from inside the room.

The next day, Louis left home early. He stopped by Steven's place before heading to school. Upon arriving at school, Henry called him into the grove. Louis was prepared and asked, "Have you made up your mind?"

Henry frowned, gathered his courage, and said, "Yes, Louis. At 6 o'clock tonight, I'll take Billy and the others to the restaurant. I hope Louis will also keep his word and release my sister!"

Louis replied, "You can count on that. As long as you truly follow through, I won't hesitate to let her go."

Henry sighed with relief and asked, "How's my sister... Is she okay now?"

Louis smiled, "She's fine, you don't need to worry about that. I'm not a dishonest person when it comes to my promises." With that, he walked towards the edge of the woods. "I hope you're a person of your word too, don't let me down!" Henry stood in the woods, dazed, his heart uneasy. He had to betray his friend for his sister's safety. For someone who valued loyalty, the inner turmoil was beyond words.

At noon, Emily came to find Louis for lunch, and he agreed happily. Jack couldn't help feeling a bit annoyed and muttered to himself, "Why doesn't anyone invite me for lunch?" His remark was overheard by his desk mate, who winked at Jack and said, " I'll treat you to a meal!" Jack turned to look and quickly responded, "Thank you, thank you. Actually, I'm not hungry at all!"

In the evening, at a nearby small restaurant, Louis, Jack, and others were inside, waiting for Henry to bring the person. As it was almost six o'clock, Jack grew impatient and asked, "Louis, do you think Henry might be tricking us?"

Louis shook his head and said, "No way. I'm sure he can come. His eyes won't deceive me!" Just as he finished speaking, a person rushed in, "Louis, Henry is leading a few people here!"

Louis's eyes brightened, and he exclaimed, "Do you know what to do?!" "We know, Louis!"

"Good, after tonight, we won't be able to find Billy again!"

Outside the restaurant, Henry brought Billy and the others to the restaurant and said to everyone, "This is the place, the food here is quite good! Today, it's on me!"

Billy laughed and said, "Did Henry strike it rich? Since when did you guys ever pay for a meal? Go taste the food here!" The group of people entered the restaurant one after another, with Henry coming in last, his face unnaturally pale. But Billy didn't pay any attention; he never dreamed that Henry would push him into a pit.

The group entered the restaurant and sat at a large table. Someone loudly shouted, "Waiter, come out quickly!"

Louis came out from the back room, with a smiling face, and asked, "What would you all like? I don't have any food and drinks, but I do have some sticks and knives! I don't know if they suit your tastes." One sentence was like a bolt from the blue, and the restaurant fell silent.

One of them stood up, looking at Louis, "Do you even know what you're saying!"

Louis smiled and didn't speak, raising his hand to make a signal. After the signal sounded, more than thirty people rushed out from the back room, and another ten or so came in from outside. The door was closed, and locked from the outside, and even the windows were sealed with iron bars. The entire restaurant became like a cage, with no intention of letting anyone out from the inside.

Billy quickly realized and looked at Henry in disbelief, "Henry, you betrayed me?" "Billy, I'm sorry!" the latter bowed his head and said quietly, his voice so low that he could barely hear it himself.

Seeing Henry's appearance, the others also understood. One of them kicked Henry in the stomach, "You betrayed Billy! Are you even a man?!"

Henry knelt on the ground, tears streaming down his face. "Billy, I'm sorry! When I rescue my sister, you can beat me or kill me, do whatever you want!"

Billy ignored Henry and looked at Louis, "Today, I accept it. Tell me something, who are you?"

Louis smiled and said, "You're not as clever as Henry yet! Other than the Emperor, who else could I be?"

"Louis!"

"Correct, that's me. Today, I just wanted to tell you that you all can disband now!"

Billy's expression changed, and he said, "Louis, I'll stay and follow your arrangements, but I hope you can let the others go."

Louis shook his head, "That's not possible. I've put in so much effort to bring all of your core members together. You understand my meaning; I won't say much else!"