chapter 3 Are you playing matchmaking?

The moment Baldwin stood up, the entire hotel suddenly became unusually quiet, for his gaze was terrifying.
Not only were his eyes cold and frightening, but his eyes were also bloodshot, as though he was a hungry wolf that was about to go berserk.
Noah had a fearful look on his face, but knowing he had more than a dozen security guards beside him, he cursed at Baldwin, "Where did this shabby-looking gangster come from? How dare a poor guy like you come to my grandpa's birthday party?"
Baldwin was indeed dressed in ordinary clothes. He wore a desert camouflage uniform without epaulets and a pair of old military boots. He was dressed like a migrant worker on a construction site.
"How dare you... be violent... to the mother-and-daughter duo?" Baldwin spoke in a low, beastly voice. He put his murderous intent on display at the current moment.
As the King of Soldiers, he had experienced life-and-death situations countless times during his missions, and the people he killed could even form a reinforced battalion.
But it wasn't until now that he was unable to suppress his homicidal intent.
"Damn it, what's wrong with me using violence on them? How dare you, a ruffian, interfere with the Qin Family's affairs? Get out of here before I get angry. Otherwise, I will hit you until you fall to the ground," Noah scolded disdainfully before extending his hand toward Alyssa, who was right beside Baldwin.
Crack!
With a soft sound, Noah's arm halted mid-air as a pained expression appeared on his face.
At this moment, Baldwin's big hand gripped Noah's arm like an iron pliers, and the sound of bones breaking could be heard.
"Damn it. You bastard..." The furious Noah cursed. However, as soon as his voice came out, Noah felt a fierce gust of wind rushed toward him.
Slap!
With a muffled sound, Baldwin slapped Noah on the cheek.
The force of this slap was so strong that it could be clearly heard throughout the spacious hotel.
With just one move, Noah, 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing more than 180 pounds, fell to the floor with his face facing downward.
Thud!
Blood splattered throughout the floor, and the sound of his nose bridge breaking could be heard.
Noah didn't even have time to scream before he passed out.
This extremely violent scene instantly shocked everyone in the hotel. The dozens of security guards around Noah could not react in time because Baldwin's attack was too fast. He was not only swift in his movements but even crueler.
Violet was a delicate woman, and she was horrified by the brutal scene in front of her that she had never witnessed before.
She had no idea who Baldwin was, but it seemed like his anger stemmed from Noah snatching Alyssa from her. Violet couldn't understand why a stranger would do this.
"Noah..." Max's face dropped when he saw Noah being beaten up. He fumed at the dozens of bodyguards, "Why are you guys still standing around? Cripple that bastard for me!"
George's heart twitched, too, when he saw the unconscious Noah, not knowing whether his only grandson was dead or alive. He said in a low voice, "Do whatever you have to do without hesitation. I'll handle all the consequences."
The guests widened their mouths in shock when they heard George's statement. George doted on Noah and must have been infuriated to see his grandson being treated horribly.
Judging from his tone, George didn't want the gatecrasher to leave this place alive.
The expressions of the dozens of security guards suddenly became excited upon getting George's instruction. They were employed by the Qin Family and had many instances where they dealt with people who caused trouble for the Qin Family. Moreover, they were all well-trained combat artists.
Therefore, it seemed impossible for the fearless Baldwin to stay alive.
"Brothers! Beat him up! Kill him!" The leading security guard picked up the rubber roller first. He rushed forward, wanting to hit Baldwin on his head.
Whoosh!
Baldwin's eyes were still cold and terrifying. Just when the security guard's rubber stick was about to land on Baldwin's head, the latter finally moved.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
His every attack was like lightning, and his punches and kicks were strong.
Baldwin was the most powerful King of Soldiers with illustrious military exploits. Although these security guards were well-trained, their attack speed were like slow motion in Baldwin's eyes.
So, while the security guards were halfway through their attacks, Baldwin had already thrown out five punches and six kicks.
The screams rang endlessly as dozens of security guards scattered around the floor like rubber balls. Each flew more than 32 feet away, knocking over six or seven dining tables.
Every single one of them endured a single blow from Baldwin. But even so, none of them could get up after being hit.
For a moment, the entire hotel became eerily quiet again. Everyone looked at Baldwin like he was a monster. They wondered whether he had shown up to cause trouble, for he was so violent.
After knocking more than a dozen well-trained security guards unconscious in an instant, Baldwin's face still remained calm, not showing any sign of blushing or being out of breath. He turned to look at George and Max, saying in a low voice, "Old man, you want to kill me, right?"
George became furious upon being referred to as "old man." However, he was aware that Baldwin was a violent man and definitely not an average ruffian. Noah was unconscious now, and if George continued to argue with Baldwin, he would put himself in a tight spot.
And so, George voiced, "Today is my birthday. What is your purpose in hurting my grandson and disrupting the happy event between my family and the Zhang Family?"
Baldwin smiled sarcastically. "Oh, is it a happy event? You forcefully separate a poor mother and her daughter and arbitrarily force your own granddaughter to get married. Is this considered a happy event, too? What qualifications do you have to be their elder?"
Max got angry immediately, pointing at Baldwin, and cursed when he heard the other man ridiculing his father. "You bastard. Do you think having brute force is great? You... Oh... It's you."
Surprise filled Max's face. Soon, disdain and mockery glinted in his eyes.
Max's sudden change of attitude immediately attracted the attention of many people. George also frowned and said, "Max, do you know him?"
Max chuckled in disdain. "Dad, this guy is a rapist. Eight years ago, I stayed in the same cell with him for two days. No wonder he looks so familiar. Judging by the time, I think he was released from jail recently."
Eight years ago, Max molested a female staff in his company and sued in court. However, the Qin Family had influence and power in Haihua City, so Max only stayed in the detention center for two days before being released.
At that time, Baldwin was held in the same cell as Max. However, he didn't pay attention to a nobody like Max back then.
As soon as the words "rapist" was mentioned, the onlookers' eyes were filled with contempt and disgust. After all, a scumbag that raped others should be frowned upon.
The most agitated person was Violet. After learning that the man who suddenly appeared was a rapist, she felt disgusted and hatred instantly because a rapist ruined her life.
Violet mused, "I hope the woman he harmed does not experience the same suffering as me."
Immediately afterward, she looked at Alyssa, who was standing behind Baldwin. Violet didn't know where she got the strength to break free from Zara's embrace and ran toward Alyssa.
She hugged Alyssa tightly before running to the side warily, trying to maintain a safe distance from Baldwin.
Baldwin was taken by surprise, too. He had accidentally exposed himself before Violet and Alyssa. He mused, "Damn it. I saw the disgust and wariness Violet has toward me."
George looked hesitant. Since Baldwin was a rapist, his death would only be a matter of time.
Hence, George paid no attention to Baldwin but looked at Violet and said, "Violet, today is my birthday, and it is also the date of your engagement. So, you don't have a choice whether you will go through with this engagement or not."
Violet stated stubbornly, "Grandpa, I remain steadfast in my stance. I have already accepted my fate, living in a state of purgatory for the past eight years. The only thing that supports me is Alyssa. I would rather sleep on the street if you want me to abandon Alyssa."
After hearing Violet's words, the guilt in Baldwin's eyes became more intense. Maybe he didn't love Violet, but he felt sorry for her, and his guilt made him want to care and compensate her no matter what it took.
"It's not up to you." A grim George grumbled.
Horace also stated, "Mr. Qin, my father will not allow the daughter of a rapist to live in the Zhang Residence."
It was evident that although he coveted Violet, he would not raise a rapist's child.
George became even more upset when he heard Horace's words. He pointed at Violet, saying, "All right. Since you don't care about your promising future, then find the rapist and marry him."
"Are you trying to matchmake us?" Baldwin interrupted.
Everyone was stunned when they heard Baldwin's words; disgust filled Violet's face.