Chi Zonghan's expression shifted slightly.
He knew that Chi Xian was referring to… the incident where he had cornered him in the hospital restroom last time.
That time, he had almost managed to kill Chi Xian!
To reclaim the position of the Chi family patriarch!
But he hadn't expected that group of failures to allow someone to escape right under their noses!
A missed opportunity to end Chi Xian's life!
And it had also alerted Chi Xian.
But fortunately…
He hadn't left any evidence that time.
It could only be said that Chi Xian's attack was an accident.
This revenge couldn't be pinned on him.
But now…
"Uncle Two's assassination attempt on the family head has concrete evidence."
Chi Xian's thin lips curved into a wider smile, and the coldness in his eyes deepened. "I believe I can openly… take Uncle Two's life now, right?"
Chi Zonghan clenched his fists.
"You've been lying to me all these days!"
He understood.
All these days, Chi Xian had been dallying with an ordinary woman, all part of an act for him to see!
It was to lower his guard!
To completely catch him out and get rid of him once and for all!
Chi Xian… had actually been prepared for a long time.
And had long guessed that he would make a move today.
He had specifically waited for him here!
Chi Zonghan's face turned stern. He took a few deep breaths to calm his emotions.
He met Chi Xian's eyes, which were as cold and frozen as ice, and suddenly sneered, "Chi Xian, you think I haven't made preparations?"
Chi Xian had one hand in his pocket, his brows and eyes appearing indifferent and sharp.
He showed no emotional fluctuation towards Chi Zonghan's words.
As if he disdained what preparations Chi Zonghan could possibly offer to break the current situation.
Seeing his continued indifferent and unperturbed demeanor, Chi Zonghan couldn't help but burst into laughter. "The Chi family head has been entangled with a woman recently, presenting himself as infatuated with her beauty to lower my guard."
"But… is that woman truly… just a tool for the Chi family head to use?"
Chi Xian's eyelids lifted slightly. "What do you mean?"
"That woman is now in my hands." Chi Zonghan had always considered Chi Xian his target.
He noticed Chi Xian's slightest emotional shifts.
His suspended heart eased slightly.
As long as Chi Xian cared about that woman.
He would have a chance to bring Chi Xian down!
Chi Zonghan's malicious smile deepened. "Even a pet you've raised for so long should develop some affection."
"Chi Xian, if you had to choose between the woman and the position of family head, what choice would you make?"
Chi Xian's eyes darkened slightly.
He was talking about Zheng Bao?
At this time, Zheng Bao should be sleeping at home.
And with Zheng Bao's abilities, how could she possibly be in Chi Zonghan's hands?
"Th-that… Brother Chi…"
Si Lin, standing beside him, suddenly spoke weakly, his voice small and a little dry. "There's something I forgot to tell you…"
Chi Xian frowned.
A premonition of something ominous surged within him.
When he glanced sideways at Si Lin, his eyes were filled with chilling, sharp cold light.
Startled, Si Lin was almost in tears. His face crumpled. "I-I just didn't want Brother Chi… to affect Brother Chi's plans… so, so I…"
"Get to the point," Chi Xian said impatiently.
Si Lin glanced at his trembling younger brother and said with a faint, cold voice, "Brother Chi, Miss Ming Zheng was here just now."
Chi Xian's pupils suddenly jolted.
Zheng Bao… was here?
"Why didn't you tell me?" Chi Xian's thick, long eyelashes trembled uncontrollably.
He abruptly lifted Si Lin. "Where is she?"
"I-I personally sent her away!" Si Lin was crying from fear. "When Miss Ming Zheng came to find me, I didn't know Brother Chi… you were going to make a move today!"
"I thought, Miss Ming Zheng coming to find you herself would definitely be a surprise for you, so I wanted to… prepare a surprise for you… Who knew, who knew it would be such a coincidence…"
Chi Zonghan saw hope in Chi Xian's reaction.
As expected.
That woman was still very important to Chi Xian.
Ming Zhirou hadn't lied.
Fortunately, he had captured that woman in advance!
Chi Zonghan finally relaxed, straightening his back. "Chi Xian, you're still too young."
"You've forgotten what Uncle Two taught you: no matter what it is, even if you truly like it, don't show it on your face."
"How can the preferences of the Chi family head be let others guess?"
"Look, now because of you, your frail girlfriend has become my plaything."
Chi Zonghan shook his head and sighed. "Such a beautiful woman, if her face were to be ruined, or if she lost a limb or two, I wonder… if you'd still like her so much."
"You also know about the businesses behind me."
Chi Zonghan's expression grew more excited. "So, Chi Xian… my good nephew, have you made your decision?"
-
When Ming Zheng arrived at the ancient mansion.
What she saw was this scene—
The ancient Chi family mansion had collapsed, with rubble and debris from small bombs everywhere.
A middle-aged man, around forty years old, stood amidst the ruins. The people he brought with him were all subdued by martial artists dressed in ancient martial arts attire.
All had surrendered.
Yet, he remained smug, standing with his hands behind his back.
His sideways glance at Chi Xian was full of provocation.
And Chi Xian stood before the crowd.
Tall and graceful, like a slender bamboo.
His face, beautiful enough to topple kingdoms, was like a sheet of frost.
In his beautiful eyes, his dark pupils were sharp as blades.
Though he appeared outwardly calm.
His aura carried the impending force of a storm.
Just making eye contact with him.
Sent shivers down one's spine.
Ming Zheng squatted in the shadows, tsking, admiring the troublesome one's magnificent beauty.
As expected… attractive people, no matter their expression, were so captivating.
Truly worthy of being called her troublesome one.
So good-looking.
She was indeed liking his… face more and more.
Just as Ming Zheng was squatting by the corner, observing Chi Xian, who was completely different from his usual self.
Chi Zonghan lost his patience. "Chi Xian, you have no room for doubt or resistance. As long as you care about that woman, you cannot afford to gamble."
Ming Zheng: "???"
So the plot was now…
She was being used by this scumbag to threaten the troublesome one?
And the troublesome one was actually threatened?
Did he look down on her?
What could a scumbag do to her?
If you want to fight, then fight!
"Who's there?!"
Suddenly, an old and resonant voice boomed through the air.
The next second.
Ming Zheng felt a powerful spiritual wave surge towards her.
Oh my.
She'd been discovered!
Ming Zheng moved her agile body.
With a "bang."
The attack detonated at the corner where she had been squatting.
The wall beside her cracked and turned to ash.