"Haining Gang?"
In the hotel suite, Song Qiao's brow furrowed.
He had heard the name before. It was mentioned by Gao Mengmeng when she asked for his help.
It was precisely because of this Haining Gang that he had hesitated about helping Gao Mengmeng.
After all, Sheng Xiong, rumored to be behind the Haining Gang, was said to be a difficult person to deal with, and he was ruthless in his actions. His subordinates were even more so. Compared to such a gang, Tongmen seemed insignificant.
Therefore, Song Qiao was reluctant to provoke such a gang. However, since they had already caused trouble and found their way to him, avoidance was no longer an option.
"Provincial Governor Zheng, I want to meet this Sheng Xiong. Do you know where he is?"
A somewhat helpless tone came from the other end of the line.
"I'm truly sorry, but I don't know much about Sheng Xiong either. According to the reports from my subordinates, this Sheng Xiong's whereabouts are erratic, and his personal strength is extremely high."
"How strong is he?"
"According to rumors, his strength has broken through the realm of Neijin and reached Danjin. He is a formidable individual. However, he usually keeps a low profile and rarely acts in person."
Zheng Shan began to share the intelligence he had gathered, while Song Qiao silently noted down the realm of Danjin.
"He didn't personally handle the matter in Yangcheng this time; it seems he specifically sent his subordinates."
"Thank you for the information, Provincial Governor Zheng."
Song Qiao expressed his gratitude. He didn't know much about the ancient martial arts system yet, and this was a significant learning experience.
"I will be more careful when facing Sheng Xiong in the future."
"By the way, Provincial Governor Zheng, what about Deng Yihan?"
"She is being pursued by people from the Haining Gang. I am currently protecting her in the hotel and dare not return home. What should be done about her?"
He had a good impression of Deng Yihan, and his support for her at this critical moment was truly a timely help.
"Don't worry, Miss Deng is someone you care about, Mr. Song. I will make arrangements accordingly."
Provincial Governor Zheng had already made plans before making the call.
"Tomorrow, I will arrange for her to take a flight and leave the country temporarily. You can escort her to the airport tomorrow, and I will have someone pick her up."
"After this matter is resolved, I will need your help to protect the Haining Gang's next target."
Upon hearing Provincial Governor Zheng's words, Song Qiao immediately reacted.
"You mean Secretary Gao?"
"Yes, him. Do you feel any pressure?"
"I will do my best to protect him."
Song Qiao nodded and agreed. After hanging up the phone, he couldn't help but sigh. He had been hesitant about helping Gao Mengmeng before, but Sheng Xiong's people had found him first.
It seemed he had no choice now.
After the phone call, Song Qiao immediately found Deng Yihan and briefly explained the situation.
"Going abroad... Alright, I understand."
Deng Yihan had no objection to going abroad after hearing the explanation.
In fact, she had studied abroad for many years and was very familiar with the foreign environment.
"However..."
At this point, the woman suddenly looked up at Song Qiao, her eyes filled with hope.
"However, I hope you can see me off tomorrow."
"Of course, don't worry."
Song Qiao could guarantee this matter, as it was a task assigned by Provincial Governor Zheng.
"Thank you so much, thank you."
Deng Yihan suddenly smiled and quickly thanked him.
"After I finished my studies abroad, I helped my family manage the Nanyang Group overseas. I haven't made many friends since returning to China. You are the first."
"Yes, Miss Deng can indeed be considered my friend."
Song Qiao nodded, not sparing any praise.
After all, she had generously funded fifty billion US dollars.
"Phew, anyway, I'll count on you tomorrow."
Deng Yihan suddenly breathed a sigh of relief. In fact, when she saw Xia Xueqing, she understood clearly that she and Song Qiao were destined to be apart.
However, thinking about what happened yesterday, her heart was still stirred.
Soon, the three of them tidied up and returned to the villa.
After arrangements were made overnight, the area around the villa was secured by the security department, and there were no immediate safety concerns.
"Brother-in-law, why have you been with that Deng Yihan since you got back?"
"I think that Deng Yihan has fallen for you. Do you like her too?"
In the afternoon, unable to bear it any longer, Xia Xueqing found an opportunity to pull Song Qiao into the room and complained with a pout, her jealousy reignited.
"How is that possible?"
Song Qiao shrugged helplessly.
"I'm not money, how could everyone like me?"
"I think she has fallen for you."
Xia Xueqing was somewhat persistent.
"Alright, she's leaving tomorrow, and she's going abroad. I won't be able to see her anymore."
"Really?"
"Really!"
Song Qiao spent a lot of effort to comfort her before Xia Xueqing's expression truly brightened.
The next morning.
"Let's go. The people arranged by the Provincial Governor should be waiting for you."
"He is quite considerate of your Deng family."
"Mm."
Deng Yihan stood in front of the villa's car, biting her lower lip. She glanced back at Song Qiao again before picking up a rectangular black case and getting into the car.
The black sedan then slowly drove away from the villa.
It took a full half an hour before they arrived at Yangcheng Airport.
"Are you Mr. Song Qiao?"
As soon as they reached the airport entrance, a group of staff members in suits and sunglasses approached them.
"Yes, who are you?"
Song Qiao observed them. Their demeanor suggested they were official personnel.
"Oh, Mr. Song Qiao, we were sent by the Provincial Governor. Here are our identification documents."
The middle-aged man leading the group quickly took out his identification from his chest and handed it over.
"We are specifically responsible for escorting Miss Deng onto the plane."
"Alright, then I'll see you off here."
Song Qiao casually glanced at the identification, found no issues, and returned it. He then handed the case he was holding to Deng Yihan.
"Then we'll say goodbye here."
"Mm, Song Qiao, I actually don't really want to leave."
Deng Yihan's fair face, with its slightly exotic features, showed a hint of emotion.
"I must say, Song Qiao, you are very suitable to be my boyfriend."
This surprised Song Qiao. He took it as a joke and didn't say anything further.
"Then I'm leaving."
Deng Yihan waved her hand and then turned and walked away, surrounded by the staff.
Song Qiao watched her graceful back and then waved goodbye.
Soon, in the afternoon.
Provincial Governor Zheng called to inform him that Deng Yihan had safely arrived abroad.
After landing, she quickly made a cross-border call.
"Okay, I understand. We'll leave it at that for now."
After a few words, Song Qiao hung up the phone with peace of mind.
Just then, Ye Zhiwei's call came in.
"Song Qiao, hurry to Xinkai. I have something to discuss with you."