Fei E Mountain, located to the northwest of Rong Cheng.
Though it was far from the city center and the mountain paths were rugged and rarely traveled.
It was precisely because of the sparse population and rugged trails that Fei E Mountain became a gathering place for many racing enthusiasts.
Street racing had only recently become popular in Rong Cheng in the past few years.
With the rapid economic development and Rong Cheng being the provincial capital of Nan Yue, the living standards of its residents had been steadily rising, giving rise to various amateur activities, with street racing being one of them.
However, compared to ordinary hobbies, street racing required substantial financial support.
After all, whether it was buying a car or modifying it, it all cost real money.
Therefore, most of those who came to Fei E Mountain to race were from well-off families.
Of course, it wasn't to say that those without money couldn't come. After all, an activity as exhilarating as street racing would always capture the hearts of countless young men and women.
There were quite a few who couldn't afford to race but came to spectate.
Vroom, vroom.
Motorcycles and cars, emitting loud exhaust roars, headed towards Fei E Mountain.
Liu Yingting and Hao Kai were among them.
When they arrived at the summit, a large crowd had already gathered.
Numerous spotlights were placed around the mountaintop, illuminating the area brightly, while deafening heavy metal music blared.
"A Kai."
"Yo ho, A Kai, where'd you pick up such a beautiful chick?"
"Xiao Kai."
After Hao Kai parked his motorcycle with Liu Yingting, people kept greeting him with smiles.
"I didn't expect you to be so popular here."
Holding the helmet she had just removed, Liu Yingting surveyed the surroundings.
The two had originally planned to visit a bar owned by Hao Kai's friend. However, halfway there, his friend informed him about a street racing event at Fei E Mountain that day. Hao Kai immediately turned his bike around and headed straight for Fei E Mountain.
The reason Hao Kai rushed over upon hearing about the racing event was that his parents had passed away when he was young, and he had been raised by his grandparents.
His grandparents were not in good health and couldn't afford to support his education. Hao Kai dropped out of junior high and entered society.
Despite dropping out, Hao Kai was diligent and didn't turn to crime. Instead, he found a job at a car repair shop, helping to fix cars.
Later, during an accidental encounter with street racing, Hao Kai discovered he had a talent for it.
After practicing diligently for a year, he participated in a race like others, unexpectedly winning the championship and earning a prize of twenty thousand yuan.
From then on, whenever there was a racing event, Hao Kai would participate.
While he didn't win every time, over the years, he had earned hundreds of thousands through racing.
With the money he earned, Hao Kai spent some on himself and gave a portion to his grandparents, showing both maturity and filial piety.
"Kai Zi! Why are you only showing up now? Brother Si said if you didn't come soon, he'd let someone else take your spot."
Suddenly, a guy with spiky hair like a broom and a row of earrings rushed over, slinging an arm around Hao Kai's neck.
Hao Kai seemed to have a good relationship with this person. He took a cigarette from his hand and was about to light it.
However, he instinctively glanced at Liu Yingting beside him and stopped.
This was because when Hao Kai chatted with Liu Yingting online, he mentioned he didn't smoke, and Liu Yingting particularly disliked men who smoked.
"Wow, Kai Zi, where did you pick up this girl? She's so pretty, not bad!"
Following Hao Kai's gaze, the broom-haired guy noticed Liu Yingting beside him.
He stared at Liu Yingting, his eyes unblinking, until she glared at him. Only then did he avert his gaze, showing no sign of embarrassment.
Subsequently, Hao Kai casually put the cigarette back into the guy's hand and said, "Don't wander off, I'll be right back."
Without waiting for Liu Yingting's response, Hao Kai and the broom-haired guy hurried away.
"Young Master Ren, it's an honor to have a distinguished guest like you grace Fei E Mountain with your presence. Tonight, Fei E Mountain truly shines. Come, please have a seat."
A tall, thin man with a long scar on his lip greeted a young man dressed expensively with an overly warm demeanor.
Although the man's smile seemed harmless, anyone who frequented Fei E Mountain knew that Scar was the boss of Fei E Mountain, referred to by most as Brother Si.
Speaking of Scar, he used to be quite well-known in Rong Cheng. Later, reportedly after offending someone, he disappeared for a few years.
Upon his return, Fei E Mountain had just started its racing events. Scar gathered a group of people and took control of this business.
Nowadays, for any racing event held at Fei E Mountain, regardless of size, Scar takes a twenty percent cut.
Some might look down on Fei E Mountain's racing events, thinking they don't make much money.
But those in the know understand that the stakes for a single race can reach over a hundred thousand, and sometimes even several hundred thousand.
Coupled with the occasional visits from wealthy young men from Rong Cheng and surrounding cities, Scar's annual income would not be less than four to five million.
And this money was earned with considerable ease, without the need for turf wars or bloody fights, simply by providing good service to the wealthy patrons.
Take this Young Master Ren tonight, for instance. He was very wealthy, which was why Scar was being so polite to him.
"Brother Si, I heard you have a young prodigy racer here at Fei E Mountain? They say his skills are exceptional?"
Young Master Ren casually took the main seat and then looked at Scar beside him.
Scar chuckled, "I do have a young fellow under my wing with good driving skills, but that depends on who he's compared to. I've heard people say that you, Young Master Ren, are known for your 'man and machine as one.' How can any young prodigy compare to you?"
In reality, Scar had never heard of Young Master Ren having any particular racing skills. However, since the man had come to Fei E Mountain, he must be a fan of riding, so a few words of flattery wouldn't hurt.
As expected, Young Master Ren's face lit up with unconcealed joy after Scar's compliment.
At this moment, Hao Kai and the broom-haired guy came running from a distance.
Scar spotted them and waved at Hao Kai, signaling him to come over.
"Young Master Ren, this fellow is called Xiao Kai. Among the young men in this area of Fei E Mountain, his driving skills are quite good. How about I have him race with you later?"
After Hao Kai reached Scar's side, Scar pointed at him and said to Young Master Ren in the main seat.
Young Master Ren tilted his head and sized up Hao Kai, then nodded. "Alright, I'll race with him later then."
Upon hearing his agreement, Scar immediately waved his hand, instructing his subordinates to make preparations.