"What...!"
Upon hearing that her elder brother, Niu Jinwu, had had his undercover identity exposed, Niu Qiuling's heart clenched fiercely, and her body went limp with weakness...
"Xiao..."
Zhong Zhicheng, who had intended to help her, was surprised when Wan Yunting reached out and supported Niu Qiuling first. This caused him to frown, his gaze towards Wan Yunting becoming even more displeased.
"Tell me quickly, is my brother still alive?"
Niu Qiuling could no longer stand. Her heart was filled with extreme panic and fear, for she knew that those who infiltrated drug cartels as undercover agents met a very tragic end if discovered!
Zhong Zhicheng's expression was solemn as he replied, "Your brother is not dead, but he is locked up in the dungeon of the Pengka base. I don't know how much longer he can hold on..."
Hearing this, Niu Qiuling's body lost all strength, and she collapsed into Wan Yunting's arms. Her inner turmoil and fear caused her body to tremble uncontrollably. Wan Yunting held her tightly, "Didn't he say your brother isn't dead yet? As long as he's alive, there's a way to save him..."
"Save him, easy for you to say!"
Zhong Zhicheng, feeling displeased, naturally did not have a good attitude towards Wan Yunting. "An exposed identity is tantamount to a dead end..."
Seeing this guy speaking so confrontationally, Wan Yunting became displeased as well. "What do you mean, are you hoping her brother dies sooner!"
Zhong Zhicheng, who had just realized his words, was taken aback. He looked at Niu Qiuling's sorrowful face and quickly said, "I didn't mean it that way. I'm just afraid that Brother Wu can't hold on, and we'll be in trouble..."
"Wan Yunting..."
Niu Qiuling, leaning in Wan Yunting's arms, was filled with panic and fear. She grabbed his arm, her face showing a plea, "I beg you for one thing, please save my brother, alright!"
Zhong Zhicheng was stunned. He looked at Niu Qiuling in disbelief that she would actually beg Wan Yunting to save her elder brother...
"As long as you save my brother, I'll do anything you ask, okay..."
Niu Qiuling's pleading expression pained Wan Yunting. It was evident how afraid she was of losing her elder brother at that moment.
Wan Yunting raised an eyebrow and said earnestly, "I can't guarantee it, but if there's an opportunity, I will do my best to save your brother."
"Wait a minute..."
Zhong Zhicheng, unable to watch any longer, quickly interrupted them. "Director Lu said that the mission assigned to you this time is to find a way to rescue Brother Wu, and we will cooperate and assist you."
"At the same time, it cannot affect our previously planned operations!"
After all, Niu Qiuling's elder brother, Niu Jinwu, was a heroic figure among the Yun Nan anti-drug police. Since his identity had been exposed this time, they had to make every effort to rescue him, no matter what.
Wan Yunting nodded, and Niu Qiuling gritted her teeth, her face filled with worry. She hoped her elder brother could hold on and placed her last hope on the man.
This feeling was strange. Niu Qiuling didn't know why she chose to trust Wan Yunting like this!
Even Zhong Zhicheng couldn't understand. While he knew Wan Yunting was capable, this was Pengka's territory, and Niu Jinwu's undercover identity being exposed was definitely a dead end. Rescuing someone from the biggest drug lord in the Golden Triangle was an extremely difficult task.
"For the subsequent situation, we can coordinate once we reach Melles."
Wan Yunting, unwilling to talk further with Zhong Zhicheng, supported Niu Qiuling and turned back.
This made Zhong Zhicheng very unhappy. He looked at Wan Yunting and Niu Qiuling together and felt something was off...
"Hey, cheer up."
Seeing Niu Qiuling still immersed in her anxiety and fear for her brother's safety, Wan Yunting said, "Didn't he say your brother is just imprisoned in the dungeon and not dead yet? Instead of worrying pointlessly, it's better to think about how we're going to save him then."
Scolded by the man, Niu Qiuling finally calmed down a little but still couldn't suppress her inner unease. Like a lost young girl, she tugged on Wan Yunting's arm, "Then promise me, you must save my brother."
"Save him, I will save him, alright?"
Wan Yunting rolled his eyes at her. To alleviate her mood, he curved his lips into a teasing smile and said, "But you just said that as long as I save your brother, you'll agree to anything I ask?"
"Mm."
Niu Qiuling's apricot eyes widened, and she nodded earnestly, "As long as you save my brother, I'll agree to anything you ask."
"Then offer yourself in marriage," Wan Yunting said with a wicked grin.
Niu Qiuling froze. Her pretty face instantly flushed red. Her apricot eyes gazed at Wan Yunting. Seeing the situation was not right, he tried to clarify that it was a joke...
"Okay!"
Unexpectedly, Niu Qiuling lowered her head slightly, too shy to look at the man. She bit her lower lip, as if having made a firm decision, and shyly lowered her head.
...Although it was very quiet, Wan Yunting heard it. He stared at her in disbelief, thinking to himself: This girl, she's not serious, is she?
"Ahem, I was just joking."
To dispel the woman's idea, Wan Yunting coughed awkwardly and said.
Feeling pranked, Niu Qiuling glared at him fiercely with her wide apricot eyes, so angry that she raised her hand to hit him. "You scoundrel, you're still in the mood to joke with me at a time like this? Are you even human..."
"Aiya, I was just trying to make you feel better. Don't hit me..."
Wan Yunting ran, but Niu Qiuling chased him. The two of them ran down the stairs, and as soon as they returned to their floor, they ran into Yang Dong and Ji Jing. "Where were you guys going?"
Wan Yunting stopped immediately, blocking Niu Qiuling, and smiled at Yang Dong. "We went to the rooftop to enjoy the night view. Well, although it's not as good as back home, it has its own charm, haha."
Seeing him still putting on an act, Yang Dong waved his hand and smiled. "Alright, Brother Wan. Sister Jiao has already briefed me!"
"Well, of course, I don't understand why Sister Jiao trusts you, but there must be a reason for it. So, I won't inquire or interfere with your matters. If you need anything, just let me know anytime."
Seeing Yang Dong's candidness, Wan Yunting shrugged and smiled without saying a word.
"Brother Xiong will be here soon. You guys should get ready," Yang Dong reminded them, and then smiled as he returned to his room.
Wan Yunting turned to look at Niu Qiuling. She had suppressed her anxiety and fear for her brother's safety and nodded at the man. They then returned to their room, took a simple shower, and changed their clothes. Around 8 PM, Xiong Hailu came to find them.
Wan Yunting opened the door and saw Xiong Hailu, Yang Dong, two middle-aged men, and a group of subordinates following...
"Come here, Brother Wan. Let me introduce you."
Xiong Hailu naturally stepped forward, put his arm around Wan Yunting's shoulder, and pointed at the two middle-aged men. "This is Li Tai, Brother Tai! And this is Wang Yongbiao, Brother Biao! They are both top bosses in our country."
"Haha, Brother Xiong is too kind. We're just small-time business people, just messing around."
Li Tai, a thin man with a tattoo on his neck, had sharp eyes that gave Wan Yunting the impression of being a cunning and deeply scheming person.
"Wan Yunting, right, Brother Wan."
Wang Yongbiao, a sturdy man, spoke with a Northeastern accent. Unlike Li Tai, who had a fake smile, he was very hearty and waved at Wan Yunting. "If you have time, come to Harbin, and I'll take you for a scrub."
"Alright."
Wan Yunting nodded, then put on a youthful and arrogant demeanor. "Brother Tai, Brother Biao, if you ever come to our Huadu, I'll take you to have some serious fun!"
"Haha..."
Wang Yongbiao laughed, seeing him mimic the Northeastern accent. "Brother Wan, your accent is spot on. I'll definitely come to visit you."
"Alright, alright, let's not talk about the future. It's fate that we can gather here tonight. How about we have a few drinks first and then go to the casino later?" Xiong Hailu, who was standing nearby, made the arrangements directly.
"Sure, we'll follow Brother Xiong's arrangements tonight," Wan Yunting said with a casual smile.
Yang Dong naturally nodded.
"No problem."
Li Tai and Wang Yongbiao also nodded. Xiong Hailu waved his hand. "Then let's stop wasting time here. Let's go."
"Wait a moment, I'll go in and get my gear."
Wan Yunting waved his hand, returned to the room, and tucked the golden Desert Eagle on the table into his waist. He intended to be conspicuous and arrogant. He then pulled Niu Qiuling aside and whispered, "You should rest well in the room tonight."
"But..."
"Listen to me."
Wan Yunting winked at her and gave Niu Qiuling a reassuring smile before turning to leave and closing the door.
Knowing that the man was considerate of her emotions, Niu Qiuling felt an immense warmth in her heart at this moment...