Summary
Highlights
Jiang Che, a villain, faces Xiao Chen, the Mercenary King, who attempts to frame him with a wiretap. Jiang Che cleverly turns the tables, exposing Xiao Chen's scheme and leading to his arrest. He further manipulates events, causing Xiao Chen to be publicly humiliated and financially ruined, showcasing his ability to subtly control situations.
Jiang Che targets Leng Qingqiu and the Lanzi Group. When Xiao Chen attempts to take over the company, Jiang Che intervenes, appearing as a savior. He strategically offers to acquire a controlling interest in the company and, after Xiao Chen's arrest for assault and defamation, proposes to make Leng Qingqiu his woman, securing both her and her company under his influence.
Jiang Che encounters Lin Ming, a second protagonist with an 'Yin-Yang Seal' that can be broken with 'Extreme Yin blood.' Jiang Che sabotages Lin Ming's attempt to acquire the blood, causing him severe physical and emotional distress. He continues to undermine Lin Ming’s medical reputation and credibility, completely shattering his image as a powerful figure in front of others.
Jiang Che directly confronts Xiao Chen, the Mercenary King, in front of Shen Yuxuan, exposing his violent past and deceptive nature through falsified evidence. He manipulates a pregnant woman to confirm Xiao Chen's alleged infidelity and fatherhood, completely destroying Shen Yuxuan's trust in Xiao Chen and prompting her to turn to Jiang Che for protection.
Jiang Che sabotages Lin Ming's attempt to cure Mr. Su, making him appear as a 'quack' and a 'liar.' He subtly manipulates the situation, turning Mr. Su's family against Lin Ming and ultimately leading to Lin Ming's arrest for practicing medicine without a license. This cements Jiang Che's reputation as a capable individual while dismantling Lin Ming's.
Jiang Che challenges Wang Fa, the 'King of Urban Connections,' who attempts to use his influence against him. Jiang Che retaliates by orchestrating the unresponsiveness of all Wang Fa's contacts, publicly demonstrating his superior influence and power. He then forces Wang Fa, along with his affiliates, into humiliating physical labor, breaking their pride and status.
Jiang Che orchestrates the ultimate downfall of all three protagonists: Xiao Chen, Lin Ming, and Wang Fa. He physically and psychologically breaks them, forcing them into submission and public humiliation. He reveals his control over the 'Death Squad' and further manipulates Lin Ming's demonic transformation to control him, solidifying his absolute dominance and stripping them of all power and dignity.