NOVEL NEXT Chapter 165:
Chapter 165
After Qin Jiuyue left, Lin Xiaowan, Zhao Yanyan, and Xia Shiyu came out of the rest room. Lin Xiaowan, smiling brightly, clung to Su Lin's arm and asked, “Su Lin, who is that woman from the Li family?”
“Could it be Li Ziyu from the Li family?” guessed by Zhao Yanyan.
“Li Ziyu? The female CEO of the Li Corporation? I often see her on TV.”
Faced with their questions, Su Lin had to admit, “Yes, it's her. We're collaborating.”
“What kind of collaboration? Can you talk about it?”
With a grin, Su Lin teased, “Xiaowan, do you really want to know?”
Seeing Su Lin's meaningful gaze, Lin Xiaowan felt uneasy, “Su Lin, is it dangerous?”
“No danger,” Su Lin reassured her while patting her head, “but there is a bit of a risk.”
“Oh? Can you share more?”Their interest piqued, the three women eagerly awaited Su Lin's explanation.
Su Lin had no choice but to explain, “Li Ziyu wants to take control of the Li family.”
“Control the Li family?”
“That's…”
Su Lin shared the story of Li Ziyu's arranged marriage and her mother's plight, leaving the three women both moved and sympathetic.
“I never imagined such a favored daughter of heaven like Li Ziyu would have such a tragic background.”
“Yeah, her father is really inhumane to treat her mother that way.”
“Poor Miss Li, no wonder she never seems to smile on TV.”
Sighing, Su Lin added, “That's why I'm collaborating with her. Xiaoyu, Yanyan, Xiaowan, this is a top-secret matter. You must keep it confidential for me.”
“Don't worry, I won't tell anyone.”
“Neither will I.”
“I would rather die than reveal it.”
Su Lin trusted their promises, knowing their affection for him was genuine. Otherwise, he wouldn't have shared such sensitive information.
“Su Lin, you must help her.”
“Rest assured, I will.” After all, we are partners,” Su Lin said, comforting Lin Xiaowan.
Feeling reassured, Su Lin was glad to have diverted their attention away from his vendetta with Xiao Chen, sparing them unnecessary worry.
“Xiaowan, Xiaoyu, you guys go back to the apartment to rest first. I have something to discuss with Li Ziyu and will return afterward.”
The two women had no objections. Lin Xiaowan then suggested, “Su Lin, Xiaoyu and I can stay at a hotel.”
“That's not necessary. Hotels aren't clean.”
“Xiaoyu and I can't stay in the apartment together,” insisted Lin Xiaowan.
Understanding her point, Su Lin suggested, “The youth apartment offers day rentals. You can book one for yourself.”
“Why does it have to be me who has to book one and not Xiaoyu ah, Su Lin you don't love me anymore.” Lin Xiaowan huffed.
Turning to Xia Shiyu, Su Lin asked, “Xiaoyu, would you prefer to sleep in the day rental or with me?”
After looking at Lin Xiaowan, Xia Shiyu apologetically said to Su Lin, “Xiaowan... sorry... I want to sleep with Su Lin.”
“You really are a flirt,” Lin Xiaowan accused, though
Xia Shiyu sheepishly admitted, “Xiaowan, you know how I am.”
“Hmph! Then I won't go to the day rental either. Let's sleep on the floor together.”
Su Lin coughed, “Actually, there's no need. The bed is big enough for three people.”
At that moment, Zhao Yanyan interjected, “Xiaowan, what are you arguing with Su Lin for? Did you forget you can meditate?”
Su Lin: “…”
…
In a morgue in Donghai City, Xiao Chen and Zhong Shuhui stood in front of Zhong Xinchen's body. Zhong Shuhui, although saddened, wasn't as visibly distraught as other girls might be. She stood quietly, possibly reminiscing about her memories with him.
Knowing Zhong Shuhui was also a master of the national arts, Xiao Chen warmed to her immediately. He thought it essential to bring such a beautiful and powerful woman into his camp to take revenge together.
“Master Zhong was tasked by my grandfather to protect me. I never imagined Su Lin would be so formidable. To protect me, he ended up being killed by Su Lin's silver needle. I was powerless as I watched Master Zhong die in front of me. I'm sorry!!”
Xiao Chen's apology was sincere, but Zhong Shuhui did not respond immediately. After a while, she spoke lightly, “My grandfather was a grandmaster. If he was killed, the one who dealt with him must also be a grand master, right?”
Xiao Chen's face turned ugly, a fact he had to admit, so he nodded, “Yes.”
“Judging from the injuries and your description, he must have been a great master of ancient martial arts. It's undeniable that such a person has strong martial prowess. However, my grandfather is dead, why are you still alive?” Zhong Shuhui looked at Xiao Chen intently after speaking.
She wasn't foolish; despite being greatly affected by Zhong Xinchen's death, she sensed Xiao Chen was leading her to target Su Lin intentionally.
“This... I... I was also entangled by a grandmaster at the time,” Xiao Chen explained.
“So, you encountered not just one master but also a grandmaster of martial arts. How did you manage to escape with so many people after you? Don't tell me you were naturally fast at running,” Zhong Shuhui said lightly.
At that moment, a sigh echoed in the room.
“It was me who saved Xiao Chen.”
“Uncle…”
“Mr. Song, how come you..."
Xiao Chen, somewhat excited, said, “Uncle, have you decided to help me fight Su Lin?”
Mr. Song shook his head, “No... I just came to pay my respects to Master Zhong.” Miss Zhong Shuhui, I didn't expect to meet you under such circumstances. I offer my condolences.”
Zhong Shuhui shook her head. She asked Mr. Song, “Was my grandfather really killed by that person named Su Lin?”
Mr. Song nodded, “Yes, he's very powerful. At that time, I didn't even have the courage to confront him directly. I could only run away with your grandfather's body and Xiao Chen. There were others helping us too; otherwise, we couldn't have escaped.”
“Mr. Song, I didn't expect you to be a grandmaster. You never showed it at school.”
Mr. Song smiled, “The greatest concealment is in the busiest streets. If it weren't for my father owing a favor to the Ghost Doctor, I wouldn't have rescued Xiao Chen.”
Zhong Shuhui gave a bitter smile, “My grandfather also acted out of obligation. If it weren't for owning a favor, he definitely wouldn't have interfered.”
Mr. Song nodded, “Yes, it was all to repay a favor.” I just didn't expect him to sacrifice his life. Miss Zhong Shuhui, I must remind you, unless you break through to the level of a Human Immortal, it’s best not to seek revenge on Su Lin, as it would be certain death.”
Zhong Shuhui nodded. She was smart and knew how to judge the situation. With even Zhong Xinchen dead, it would be futile for her to act.
“But I won’t let my grandfather die in vain,” Zhong Shuhui stated calmly.
Mr. Song sighed, “I don’t want to see you die so young.”
Xiao Chen said, “Mr. Song, who said we would definitely die? So what if that Su Lin knows ancient martial arts, I’m not without skills either. I believe if we plan properly, Su Lin is doomed.”
Mr. Song shook his head as if to speak, then his expression darkened. He sighed, “I shouldn’t have come. I didn’t expect to encounter this again.”
“Encounter what?”
Mr. Song shook his head, “I don’t know what you’ve done in Donghai, but why are so many people after your life?”
Just as he finished speaking, an elderly figure appeared at the door. Despite appearing frail as if he might die at any moment, Mr. Song knew how formidable this person was.
Behind the old man were two middle-aged men, a grandmaster and two masters, all of whom were powerful freelancers without any affiliation.
Mr. Song was sure these three were not part of the group from last night because their murderous aura was even stronger.
“Are you Song Zhigang, the second young master of the Song family from Jingzhou? I didn’t expect you to hide in Donghai after failing to compete for power with your brother.”
Being directly identified, Song Zhigang’s expression darkened, “I didn’t expect you could find even this.”
“Heh… Since you’ve chosen to hide in the city, why get involved in this mess?”
Song Zhigang bitterly smiled, “If it weren’t for my father owing a favor, I wouldn’t have intervened.”
“We’re only after Xiao Chen. If you leave now, we won’t harm you.”
Song Zhigang sighed, “I promised an old friend to protect this kid.”
“Then there’s nothing more to discuss. Attack!”
The morgue wasn’t large, but it was spacious enough for six people to move freely. At that moment, the morgue was devoid of others, as Qin Dushu had arranged everything, so they all attacked with lethal force.