Su Yingxia was flustered for a moment.
She had thought that coming with Xu Shengqing to get someone back would be easy, but things seemed to be escalating beyond control.
Not only did she not see the person, but she might also be implicated?
What was the meaning of her, a woman, being detained in a military camp?
The other influential figures were also somewhat anxious, their gazes shifting in unison to Xu Shengqing.
"Young Master Qin, this is a bit much," Xu Shengqing said, standing up abruptly. "You're not giving me face and refusing to see me, which led to this situation. You can't blame it all on me."
"Besides, you should know my background. I live a carefree life in the capital and have no reason to come all the way to Hang Jiang for nothing. It's all because of my grandfather's wishes."
"Old Master Chen?"
Qin Tianyou was taken aback.
Xu Shengqing nodded, chuckling and saying, "You've detained someone named Jiang Shaolong, right? My grandfather wants me to bail him out. You figure it out."
Qin Tianyou couldn't help but frown.
Xu Shengqing, with nothing to fear, smiled and said, "If you don't believe me, I can make a call back home, but you'll have to ask yourself."
"Old Master Chen wants you to bail out Jiang Shaolong. Why?"
Qin Tianyou asked.
"I don't know about that,"
Xu Shengqing chuckled. "I'd like to ask, what crime did Jiang Shaolong commit for you to detain him like this?"
Seeing Xu Shengqing's newfound confidence, Qin Tianyou said coldly, "Poisoning and attempting to murder a superior officer. Is that enough of a crime?"
Xu Shengqing's expression changed slightly upon hearing this.
He hadn't known about Jiang Shaolong's situation. Hearing Qin Tianyou suddenly say this, he felt like cursing.
He had thought it was just a matter of showing his face, but now that he understood the full context, he realized the situation was far more complicated than anticipated.
That fellow Jiang Shaolong was truly capable of causing trouble. How reckless was he to commit such a brainless act as poisoning Qin Tianyou?
Qin Tianyou hadn't specified whom he was trying to murder, so Xu Shengqing naturally assumed the superior officer he was referring to was Qin Tianyou himself.
Su Yingxia and Jiang Lizong, still squatting on the ground, were both stunned, finding it unbelievable.
At the same time, their vision began to swim slightly.
They had no idea that Jiang Shaolong was involved in something so significant, so shockingly serious.
"Is there evidence?"
After thinking for a moment, Xu Shengqing asked.
However, his bravado had considerably diminished this time.
"The evidence is conclusive!"
Qin Tianyou said coldly.
Damn it, Xu Shengqing couldn't help but glance at Su Yingxia.
Yuan Liangping had the same reaction.
"Young Master Qin, how about we talk privately?"
Feeling helpless, Xu Shengqing lowered his voice and said.
"No need."
Qin Tianyou waved his hand. "You all can leave!"
"What about that person?" Xu Shengqing asked helplessly.
This matter was indeed at Old Master Chen's behest. However, if this seemingly simple matter wasn't handled properly, he, Xu Shengqing, would suffer a significant loss of face with Old Master Chen, the Chen family, and even his own Xu family.
Therefore, he had to clarify things.
"Depends on my mood!"
Qin Tianyou replied indifferently.
Xu Shengqing: "..."
Jiang Lizong's face turned pale, and he began to worry deeply about his son's fate.
However, in such a setting, he knew he had no room to speak and quickly signaled Su Yingxia.
"Young Master Xu, Young Master Qin, is there perhaps some misunderstanding here..."
Su Yingxia mustered her courage, stood up, and said.
Seeing Su Yingxia take it upon herself to speak, Xu Shengqing was displeased.
"Misunderstanding?" Qin Tianyou sneered. "What misunderstanding? Jiang Shaolong deserves to be shot a hundred times over. Get out, all of you!"
With that, he waved his hand.
The members of the Raptor Brigade stepped forward, their killing aura surging, forcing everyone to retreat.
Xu Shengqing, feeling he had lost face, turned and walked out of the camp.
Everyone felt dejected and dispirited.
Getting directly into the leading Rolls-Royce, Xu Shengqing pulled the beautiful model beside him and began to grope her, venting his frustration.
"Young Master Xu, who exactly is that Qin Tianyou?"
Yuan Liangping was not as dejected. After sitting down, he asked.
"How many Qin families are there in the capital? He's the second young master of the Qin family. He joined the army years ago and disappeared. Who knew this Raptor Brigade was led by him?"
Xu Shengqing said irritably.
Yuan Liangping's heart was shaken.
He naturally knew of the Qin family in the capital. Although not as prominent as the Chen family, they were still a top influential family in the capital.
It was no wonder Qin Tianyou didn't give Xu Shengqing face. Qin Tianyou had such confidence, and considering the secrecy level of the Raptor Brigade, Qin Tianyou's military rank was clearly not low.
His thoughts racing, Yuan Liangping said with a smile, "Young Master Xu, there's no need to be upset. Qin Tianyou's tone softened slightly. Perhaps he'll release the person soon."
"Qin Tianyou will probably release him, but what about my face?"
Xu Shengqing's expression was still not pleasant. He grumbled, "I thought I was coming to Hang Jiang for a vacation, but now, where do I put my face?"
Yuan Liangping said, "Since Qin Tianyou is of that status, we can't say we've lost face. Moreover, Qin Tianyou wouldn't dare to detain us."
"I'll have someone spread the word about Qin Tianyou's identity. Once Qin Tianyou releases the person, even he will have to give us face, right?"
As the saying goes, it's not that one is incompetent, but that the enemy is too powerful. Even in defeat, there is honor.
Once this was spread, what was originally a shameful event would become a glorious one.
Even if someone knew the inside story, would they dare to gossip about it?
Xu Shengqing was taken aback, his gloominess lifting considerably. He said, "Liangping, you really have a sharp mind. Alright, let's head back to the hotel first. Several socialites from Hang Jiang are already waiting for you."
Yuan Liangping said triumphantly.
As far as he was concerned, he was definitely going to leverage Xu Shengqing's influence.
With his own influence and Xu Shengqing's backing, who in Hang Jiang would dare not bow down to him?
As for Qin Tianyou, his military status was a constraint, and there was no need to worry about him.
...
Inside Villa No. 1.
"Xu Shengqing came on Old Master Chen's orders to bail out Jiang Shaolong?"
Chen Fan's image of Xu Shengqing appeared before him. He was, after all, his cousin, though they had very little contact.
"Yes, War God. Shall I report to you in person?"
"No need."
Chen Fan said lightly, "Do this, let the person go!"
"Really let him go?"
"He's just an insignificant ant. If he's let go, then he's let go."
Chen Fan said casually, "If he causes any more trouble, we'll just crush him."
"Yes!"
After hanging up the phone, Chen Fan opened his phone's contact list and paused at one entry.
The name was very intimate, displaying the characters 'Grandpa'.
He hesitated for a moment and did not make the call. Instead, he dialed another number.
"Mr. Chen?"
Jiang Tiansheng answered quickly.
"A top young master named Xu Shengqing has come from the capital. Please pay attention and keep an eye on him to see what he's been doing in Hang Jiang."
Chen Fan instructed.
"Yes!"
Jiang Tiansheng replied promptly.
Putting down his phone, Chen Fan's lips curved into a mocking smile.
After so many years, would his cousin still recognize him?