Every cell in Qian Deshui's body vibrated with excitement.
She knew that when Chen Jin Chao made a move, it meant the king's return, and the end of Qian Men was nigh.
"Mmm—"
"The previous method was good, but this time, let's keep the location within the country. As for how you'll get Hong Kui to cooperate, think about it yourself."
If Qian Deshui couldn't even manage that, she wouldn't be qualified for Chen Jin Chao's significant trust.
Consider it a small test.
Qian Deshui, being exceptionally astute, immediately understood Chen Jin Chao's intention. The smile on her face gradually faded. "Please rest assured, Young Master Chen, I will definitely make Hong Kui agree."
"Then I'll trouble you," Chen Jin Chao said.
"No trouble, no trouble. It's a blessing from three lifetimes to be able to work for you, Young Master Chen." Qian Deshui seized every opportunity, clinging tightly to Chen Jin Chao's powerful influence.
After discussing the main issue, Qian Deshui added, "Young Master Chen, I have another matter to report. During the three months you were hospitalized, many stowaways arrived in Jiangnan Province. Most of them were foreigners, with a small portion being criminals wanted by China. These individuals have been operating in the gray areas, clearly wishing to leave no trace. Therefore, I find their presence suspicious and need to report it to you."
Chen Jin Chao narrowed his eyes.
If his guess was correct, these people were likely after Wen Fu's experiment, with a small fraction targeting him, intending to strike while Chen Tian Chao was at his weakest.
"Heh heh."
Understanding this, Chen Jin Chao didn't panic. Instead, a faint smile appeared on his face. "Continue to send informants to monitor these individuals. Notify me immediately if there are any abnormal movements."
Qian Deshui readily agreed.
The dinner lasted for over an hour. As they parted, Qian Deshui said, "Young Master Chen, please wait for my good news at home."
After Qian Deshui left, Yu Meng Zhi looked at Chen Jin Chao with a reproachful gaze. "You're truly daring. To outsiders, you're still a patient, and yet you're so eager to expose your true strength?"
"Wasn't everything done before in vain?"
Chen Jin Chao walked up with a smile, pulling Yu Meng Zhi into his embrace. Yu Meng Zhi let out a soft hum. "Are you trying to appease me? Even then, it's useless. I'll still tell General Manager Li about your plan and have him rein you in."
"You're right, this plan indeed requires his cooperation to be completed," Chen Jin Chao said.
Yu Meng Zhi frowned. "Why do you seem so mysterious? Can't you tell me the plan all at once?"
Chen Jin Chao pinched Yu Meng Zhi's cheek and, smiling, said to the woman in his arms, "Since I'm preparing to act, I won't let anyone who has seen me in action live. I intend to annihilate them all at once."
Only in this way could the secret be kept, allowing Chen Jin Chao's other plan to proceed.
Hiss—
Yu Meng Zhi gasped. If Chen Jin Chao wasn't joking, it meant this plan would lead to many deaths, unsettling her.
She nestled into Chen Jin Chao's embrace like a little girl, her voice complex. "Is this the Jianghu? Such a small Jianghu requires so many lives? Then how many will die in future struggles? Perhaps you yourself are not confident you can survive this struggle?"
Chen Jin Chao remained silent.
But sometimes, silence implies affirmation.
Yu Meng Zhi sighed again.
"Although your status shines brightly, I still prefer it when you were just a security guard. You didn't have to consider so many things back then, didn't have to face the deceit of the court, or even assassinations from adversaries."
She was deeply worried about Chen Jin Chao's safety and future.
Could Chen Jin Chao survive this time, and the next?
She didn't know.
Chen Jin Chao understood Yu Meng Zhi's concerns. He comforted her, "What I'm about to do is indeed perilous, but if I don't do it, perhaps no one else will. You might think I want to be a hero, but I never considered myself a hero. I'm just doing my best to do what I should do."
Even if it meant being shattered into dust, he would never retreat!
This was Chen Jin Chao's ideal!
Yu Meng Zhi suddenly smiled. "I've been swayed. I'm afraid I'll have to retract what I just said. The reason I like you is because your eyes are always filled with confidence and the spark of ideals. I also firmly believe you can achieve your aspirations."
"Meng Zhi, thank you for your understanding," Chen Jin Chao said.
In the heat of the moment, they became intimate.
After a period of passion, Yu Meng Zhi, with a blushing face, asked, "Have you fully recovered?"
Chen Jin Chao nodded matter-of-factly.
"Then what are you waiting for? Go take a shower quickly!" Yu Meng Zhi lowered her head, thinking that Chen Jin Chao was so clueless, making her, the woman, initiate such a request.
The next moment.
Chen Jin Chao suddenly picked up Yu Meng Zhi. "I think doing such things together is better."
At that time.
Qian Deshui, in a cheerful mood after meeting with Chen Jin Chao, called Guan Hong and headed for Jiangning.
On the way to Jiangning.
Guan Hong looked at Qian Deshui curiously. "Brother, I can see you're in a good mood today. Did something good happen?"
"Indeed," Qian Deshui admitted with a smile.
"I need you to accompany me to Jiangning to have a face-to-face talk with Hong Kui."
Upon hearing this, Guan Hong's expression changed drastically.
He quickly tried to dissuade him. "Brother, Jiangning is no longer our territory. Ninghai is the only safe place for us now. If Hong Kui plays any tricks, we won't see tomorrow's sun. I know the recent consecutive defeats have hit you hard, but there's no need to deliver yourself to them."
Qian Deshui shook his head. "Who says I'm going to my death? I'm going to negotiate with Hong Kui. A prolonged fight benefits no one. It's better to have a decisive battle."
Guan Hong fell silent.
He felt his elder brother had gone mad. Qian Men's strength was evident, and they held an overwhelming advantage.
"Brother..." Guan Hong tried to persuade him further.
"No need to say more. I'll only tell you one thing: Young Master Chen asked me to do this," Qian De Shui said with a smile, looking like he had everything under control.
Guan Hong's face shifted from pale to red, and his body trembled. "Has Young Master Chen finally recovered? That's truly wonderful news! The end of Qian Men is near!"
Qian Deshui smiled and looked at Guan Hong. "Now you know where my confidence comes from, don't you?"
Guan Hong nodded repeatedly.
Both of them knew Chen Jin Chao's true identity and his immense strength. With Chen Jin Chao possessing the confidence to confront Qian Men head-on, they had nothing to worry about.
"As long as Young Master Chen takes action, there's no problem that can't be solved!"
"Too many of our brothers have died at the hands of Qian Men. We must sever Hong Kui's head to appease the spirits of our fallen brethren!"