The next day, as planned, Qiu Xi went to arrange a meeting with Mao Da and the other two.
"Little Ancestor, just tell us what you need. As long as it's within our abilities, we'll do our best."
Looking at the frail little girl, Mao Da felt his legs still trembling. The last time this young lady had beaten them, the injuries on him and Mao Dan still bore marks. As for Mao Er, the young master had been even more brutal. Even though only this little ancestor had come alone today, they dared not act recklessly again. Otherwise, they might not see the sun tomorrow.
Qiu Xi looked at the three of them and didn't expect them to be as timid as she thought. However, she didn't dwell on it and said plainly, "It's actually nothing major, just a very small matter."
"How... how small?"
The previous Boss Zhao had said the same thing to them, but they never expected that the person they had followed for so long would suddenly become their little ancestor.
"Just this small."
As Qiu Xi spoke, she gestured with her hand. But seeing the barely visible distance, Mao Da and the other two still felt a pang of fear.
"Don't be such cowards!"
"Don't worry, I won't mistreat the three of you."
"And I'll ensure you three get out of this unharmed."
Qiu Xi observed their timid appearances, estimating they had been frightened by her and Nan Hua's previous actions.
"You... you're serious?"
After much hesitation, Mao Da was the first to step forward. He had thought it through carefully. If this little ancestor wanted to trick him, they probably wouldn't even have a chance to run; she could likely finish them off in the next second. Therefore, adhering to the principle of seeking wealth through danger – although they hadn't achieved wealth before, this was still a good opportunity.
"Of course, if you agree, I can give you a partial deposit first."
"Alright! The three of us will do it."
The matter they had agreed to with Boss Zhao was no longer feasible. They had been recuperating from their injuries and hadn't sought him out. The money he had given them was still in their pockets. However, since this deal was off, they likely wouldn't be able to keep the money, so it was better to arrange a proper discussion at the right time.
"Okay, the matter is simple. I just want you to frame someone for what you've done."
"You mean..."
"What!"
"You want us to turn ourselves in!"
"Little Ancestor, we don't want the money anymore, we don't want to go to jail!"
As soon as she started explaining, Mao Da became agitated. This little ancestor actually wanted them to hand themselves over to the police. Wasn't that like a fly walking into a spider's web, a trap? Although they weren't flies and the police weren't spiders, the meaning was obvious.
Qiu Xi glared, "What's the rush! I haven't finished speaking!"
Honestly, Qiu Xi began to doubt if these three would mess things up for her. However, she believed in trusting people, not doubting them. At this moment, she had no one else to rely on.
"Little Ancestor, please continue, please continue..."
Her glare terrified them, and they were afraid her fists would descend upon them in the next second.
"Mm, didn't you receive some money before? And there are some records. Make good use of them and report it to them."
"..."
The three, who had just been considering returning the money, were now utterly dumbfounded. Had they sold someone out? No, they hadn't, had they? Who told that person they weren't skilled enough, and their payments weren't prompt... After lowering their heads in thought for a long time, the three finally agreed.
"We'll do it, but if they ask about it, what should we say?"
Taking someone's money and then reporting them didn't seem right.
"..."
Qiu Xi once again wondered if she had misjudged them. Just as she thought this, Mao Dan blurted out, "Big Brother, are you stupid? We'll just say we're sorry to our conscience, have a change of heart, and repent, won't that do?"
"Who are you calling stupid! I'm your big brother, you're the one who's stupid!"
"Hiss~ Big Brother, you're still injured..."
Mao Da vigorously smacked Mao Dan on the head, then turned to Qiu Xi subserviently, "Little Ancestor, do you think this will work?"
"Yes, that's fine."
Although she would have to make a trip later, by then Zhao Dongsheng's matters should have come to light. These minor flaws could be overlooked.
"As for what happened when you were handling things before, pretend it didn't happen. If asked, say you were casing the area."
She and Nan Hua had already surveyed that alley. It was usually deserted, with no one around, let alone any surveillance.
"Understood, we're familiar with this."
"Yes, very familiar."
"...Mm."
"Then that's settled. You can handle the rest yourselves."
"Oh, and today, let's just say we never met."
She had disguised herself when she came out today. Relying on Little Flower, these minor clues wouldn't give her away.
"Okay... but..."
Hesitantly, Qiu Xi found them annoying.
"Is there anything else? Speak up!"
Mao Da rubbed his hands together, "The money... the issue..."
"..."
"You'll receive it later. Once you get it, start your actions."
Regarding the money, her cousin said he would take care of it, and Qiu Xi had no intention of getting involved. So, she would have to inform her brother later.
"Alright! We guarantee we'll handle it perfectly."
With that settled, they had nothing else to worry about.
"Is that all for now?"
"Yes."
"Then it's settled, I'm leaving."
After speaking, Qiu Xi turned into a corner and disappeared.
"Big Brother, can we actually pull this off?"
After Qiu Xi left, Mao Er, who hadn't said a word, asked worriedly.
Mao Da spat on the ground, "Whether we can or not, we have to do it. Or do you want to get beaten again?"
Mao Er quickly shook his head, "No."
Mao Da ignored him and continued, "Besides, this money is pure profit. If we earn it, we'll leave immediately."
Mao Da felt that based on his years of experience, Boss Zhao was likely finished. It was better for him to get involved now, take a little and then slip away.
"Alright, we'll listen to you, Big Brother. Let's do it."
Hearing Mao Da's words, Mao Er and Mao Dan both nodded in agreement.
"Alright, let's go back and wait."
He estimated that the time wouldn't be too long.
"Mm."
With that, the three of them supported each other and headed back.
...
As soon as Qiu Xi left, she messaged Xu Xuanming. After receiving a reply, she headed towards the school. The matter, from her perspective, was almost resolved, and now she just had to wait for people to come. After that, it would be completely settled. As for Zhao Dongsheng's fate, everyone could look forward to it. Anyway, she was going to be busy from now on. Her grades would be released in a couple of days, and then it would be June. She would definitely be going back during the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival holiday because her little dove was taking the college entrance examination. Coincidentally, the Dragon Boat Festival holiday coincided with the college entrance examination, so she could even accompany her to the exam. Moreover, she had a lot of other things to attend to recently, so time truly was money for her right now.