The Divine Doctor Captures a Beauty [Complete] - 8

Chapter 146 Invincible Marksman

Lin Yupeng wanted to learn more about Qin Xi, Zhang Yueran's trusted lieutenant. At only 22 years old, he had already become the captain of the second security team, entrusted with important responsibilities, demonstrating Zhang Yueran's trust in him.

However, he couldn't ask too many questions, lest it arouse Qin Xi's suspicion. So he stood up and said to Qin Xi, "Take me there!"

His words implied taking him to practice shooting. Qin Xi hadn't forgotten his purpose, so he led Lin Yupeng and Xiang Kui out of the office, taking the elevator straight to the 30th floor, the highest floor of the Tianqiong Group's office building.

Access to the office building from the 25th floor upwards was restricted; only President Zhang Yueran's approval was allowed. This was Lin Yupeng's first time on the top floor, even as a vice president. From the outside, the 30th floor was just more elaborately decorated than the other floors, nothing particularly special.

Two security guards patrolled the corridor. Upon seeing Qin Xi arrive, they immediately ran up, stood at attention, and greeted him in unison, "Good morning, Captain Qin!"

Qin Xi pointed to Lin Yupeng beside him and said, "This is our group's newly appointed General Manager Lin!"

The two guards immediately showed respect and humbly replied, "Good morning, General Manager Lin!"

Lin Yupeng smiled and nodded at them. Then Qin Xi said, "Open the door to the gun room!"

One of the guards responded, took out a key from his pocket, and opened a door to a room. Inside was a pool table and rows of soft chairs.

The guard said to Lin Yupeng, "Please, General Manager Lin!"

Lin Yupeng, Xiang Kui, and Qin Xi stepped inside. The room was a suite; the left room, next to the door, served as a small pool room. The guard then took out a key and opened the door to the right room.

As soon as the door opened, Lin Yupeng felt a sense of openness and spaciousness. Inside was a standard shooting range, built to resemble a sports meet shooting venue, complete with both moving and stationary targets, appearing very professional.

Lin Yupeng took out his Browning pistol from his pocket, played with it for a moment, and asked Qin Xi, "Do you have any bullets?"

The bag of bullets Zhang Yueran had given him was for self-defense, not for practice. Surely such a large shooting range wouldn't be without bullets.

"Yes," Qin Xi glanced at the security guard, her eyes filled with reproach, annoyed by his slow pace.

The security guard quickly went to the safe in the corner, opened it, and took out a bag of bullets—over a hundred rounds—placing it on a table behind Lin Yupeng.

Lin Yupeng handed the gun to Xiang Kui beside him, smiling, "It's your turn to show off! Teach me how to shoot."

Xiang Kui took the Browning pistol, his eyes gleaming, weighed it a few times to test its feel, then turned and grabbed a handful of bullets from the bag, loading them into the magazine.

Xiang Kui was a master of guns; any gun in his hands was like a child's toy. With a flick of his wrist, he fired a shot—a crisp bang!—hit the moving target, hitting the bullseye perfectly!

The room was extremely soundproof; even a mortar shell fired inside wouldn't be heard downstairs.

Xiang Kui's casual shot had struck the bullseye squarely. He then fired two more shots, both hitting the bullseye, and all three left only one bullet mark. This meant the last two shots had precisely hit the mark left by the first shot, demonstrating his unparalleled marksmanship. Lin Yupeng,

Qin Xi, and the security guard all wore expressions of admiration. After firing three shots, Xiang Kui began teaching Lin Yupeng how to shoot, starting with the most basic actions like loading the bullet and disengaging the safety, then explaining the fundamental movements and techniques of firing, leaving no detail overlooked.

Lin Yupeng studied very diligently, and time flew by. Almost an hour had passed, and Xiang Kui finally let Lin Yupeng fire two shots.

"Bang! Bang!" Two crisp gunshots rang out, and Lin Yupeng scored a six and a seven. Of course, he was shooting at a stationary target; shooting at a moving target would likely result in a miss. After all, he was still a beginner, and achieving this score on his first practice session was quite good.

A look of satisfaction appeared in Xiang Kui's eyes. At this moment, the one-hour practice time was up, and Lin Yupeng and Xiang Kui, accompanied by Qin Xi, left the shooting range and returned to the vice president's office to continue working.

After work, Lin Yupeng, unusually, didn't have any social engagements today. He and Xiang Kui first went to the upscale staff restaurant in the logistics service building for dinner. Now that Lin Yupeng was the vice president, he had too many things to do every day, and always buying groceries and cooking for himself felt beneath his dignity. More importantly, Qin Xue wasn't home, and cooking for himself felt tasteless. As for Xiang Kui, he only ate raw meat; no matter how much Lin Yupeng cooked, it was all for nothing.

After returning home from dinner, Xiang Kui would stand in the living room, sometimes sitting, though he never smoked. He was always upright and dignified. Sometimes Lin Yupeng wondered, "This guy's life revolves around protecting and killing people. Doesn't he find it boring? Maybe he thinks this monotonous life is what brings him happiness."

Lin Yupeng sat in the living room for a while, then remembered that he hadn't finished watching the video materials he'd copied from Yang Yue's laptop during the day. He hurriedly took out a portable hard drive from his briefcase and went into the lab.

He turned on the lab computer, copied the contents of the hard drive, and clicked on a folder he'd copied from Yang Yue's E drive. He'd already watched video number 01, so he directly clicked on video number 02. The video still showed Lü Yihui and Han Yun, but this time it wasn't in a hotel room; it was in his large office at the university.

Lü Yihui's office layout was similar to Lin Yupeng's vice president's office, only smaller and less luxurious in its furnishings.

Lu Yihui sat upright in a swivel chair on the sofa, seemingly reviewing documents, while Han Yun knelt beneath him, unzipping his pants and taking out his penis, which she then began to masturbate.

Han Yun's eyes were filled with bitterness and helplessness as she endured immense humiliation while serving Lu Yihui, making him so aroused that snot bubbles almost streamed down his face, and his hand trembled as he held the pen he was using to annotate the documents.

After a while, Lu Yihui put down his pen, pulled Han Yun up from beneath him, and first showered her face with passionate kisses, then reached under her skirt and began to grope and thrash her.

Han Yunxiang was drenched in sweat, her beautiful eyes filled with misery. She struggled and begged for mercy, "Principal Lü, please don't do this! It's not good if someone sees us!"

Lü Yihui's hands didn't stop moving, and he chuckled lewdly, "You mean we should go to the lounge, lock the door, and have some fun, right?"

Han Yunxiang's face flushed red as she struggled to escape his clutches, shaking her head and pleading, "No! Please let me go!"

Chapter 147 Another Attack

In the video, Lü Yihui's face darkened upon hearing this, as if covered with frost. His eyes flashed with a sharp light as he said sinisterly, "Little Yunxiang, we're in this together now. The video of us having sex in the hotel last time was recorded by the boss. He said that from that night on, you're mine. This time, he wants us to film a video in the office. The cameras are all on there. If you don't comply, I'll report you to the boss. Aren't you afraid of affecting your family?"

Lin Yupeng guessed that the "boss" Lü Yihui mentioned was Yang Yue.

Lu Yihui's words struck Han Yun's weak spot. Her beautiful eyes seemed to well up with tears, but she stopped struggling, letting Lu Yihui do whatever he wanted to her. She bit her lip so hard it almost bled. The

next scene was even more obscene. Lu Yihui placed Han Yun on the table, put her legs on his shoulders, then pulled up her skirt and buried his face in her private area...

Lin Yupeng couldn't stand it anymore and turned off the video, thinking to himself, "This Yang Yue is a pervert. Filming a hotel scene wasn't enough; he even had to film an office scene. Does he want to sell it as porn overseas to earn foreign exchange?"

He then thought of Lü Yihui. This guy still had some use for him now, but once he lost his value, Lin Yupeng decided to find an opportunity to get rid of him. This man was hypocritical, despicable, and utterly shameless—a complete lecher, utterly unfit to be a principal.

Lin Yupeng then opened the third video file. The male protagonist was still Lü Yihui, but the female protagonist had changed. The filming location appeared to be a bathhouse. Lü Yihui was lying naked on the bed, and a young, beautiful masseuse was giving him a full-body massage, a hot and cold treatment, and finally, they got straight to the point with a "Guanyin sitting on a lotus platform" (a euphemism for sexual intercourse).

"This Lü Yihui is a complete scoundrel, a typical 'five poisons' principal!" Lin Yupeng cursed inwardly.

He then opened the fourth video file, and its contents immediately shocked him!

A man and a woman were rolling around on the bed, playing a primal game between men and women. This was the same old thing, something Lin Yupeng was already used to. What surprised him was that he recognized both the man and woman on the screen, and he had never imagined they would be together!

Lin Yupeng had only met the couple once, but they had left a deep impression on him—the man was none other than the deputy mayor of Tianhan City. Mayor and Health Bureau Director Tao Haiping, and the woman was Ding Bailing, the deputy director of the public relations department of Tianqiong Group—the

same woman who was flirtatious, lewd, and spoke incoherently. After the initial surprise, Lin Yupeng felt a surge of joy. Upon closer inspection, he realized that Tao Haiping, outwardly respectable, revealed his true colors in bed, rolling around and using various positions to thoroughly ravage Ding Bailing.

Ding Bailing's figure was indeed very alluring, the kind that could drive men wild, especially her moans—melodious, sweet, and clear, like singing, occasionally punctuated by bursts of joyful screams, driving Tao... Hai Ping was incredibly vigorous with excitement.

Lin Yupeng deduced that the filming location was likely a residence, not a hotel. The decor was warm and luxurious, and the double bed supporting their two burning bodies was as soft as cotton, bouncing up and down with Tao Haiping's frenzied thrusts.

Lin Yupeng clicked on the fifth video, another adult film, this time set in a luxurious hotel room. The more Lin Yupeng looked at the decor, the more it seemed to be on the fourth floor of the Meidu Hotel.

The male lead was Dong Bin, the director of the Dongwan Public Security Bureau, Ruan Yihong's superior. The female lead was very beautiful, but Lin Yupeng didn't recognize her.

Continuing to watch... The videos were all scenes of men and women having sex, some even involving threesomes. He was tired of watching them. Although he didn't recognize the men in the later videos, he knew they must be men of status and background. Anyone Yang Yue could secretly film was definitely of use.

Each piece of information was valuable; if used properly, money and power would flow in.

Lin Yupeng's only regret was that he didn't know many people with connections. Out of more than ten videos, he only recognized three people, but these three were no ordinary individuals. Dealing with them first would yield significant gains. Not small at all.

He followed his old method, copying the video footage several times and saving them to different online storage drives for backup. Then he sat down, closed his eyes, and pondered how to best utilize this precious video material.

Suddenly, a thought struck him, temporarily setting aside the matter of the passionate videos, because he remembered a woman—Xiao Ru! He had never truly understood this woman's ways. He had previously suspected she was Yang Yue's confidante, but now Lin Yupeng had even more reason to suspect she was Zhang Yueran's confidante. The night Wei Qifeng died, Zhang Yueran was able to... Her appearance is strong evidence.

Now that Lin Yupeng has brought down Yang Yue and controlled the cold-blooded killer robot Xiang Kui, his next step is to investigate Xiao Ru's background. Whether he can control her brain is secondary; the main thing is to first crack her memories and see if she is indeed a sugar-coated bullet planted by Zhang Yueran.

This "sugar-coated bullet" refers to Xiao Ru's usual gentle and considerate nature; however, if Lin Yupeng clashes with Zhang Yueran, she will explode like a cannonball, delivering a fatal blow to Lin Yupeng.

As for Xiao Ru's request for him to save her sister Xiao Fen, perhaps it's related to her and Zhang... This was a trap set by Yue Ran to gain Lin Yupeng's trust.

Lin Yupeng understood Xiao Fen quite well; she was a simple woman, without any guile, and didn't know much about her younger sister, Xiao Ru. The two sisters had completely different personalities, and there seemed to be some kind of barrier between them.

Thinking of this, Lin Yupeng opened the robot's operating system. Because there was only one sensor, it could only receive information from one robot at a time, so Lin Yupeng couldn't control two robots simultaneously. He had tried controlling two robots before, but due to the discrepancies in the returned signals... Interference caused the images to blur, making them completely unrecognizable.

Little Flying Insect No. 2 was still in the vice president's office when Lin Yupeng steered it away.

Where exactly did Xiao Ru live? That was a problem. Lin Yupeng only knew she lived in the female employee dormitory of the Sky Dome Group's logistics service building, so he decided to wait and see. No matter where she lived, she must eat at the group's cafeteria, right?

Like Lin Yupeng, Xiao Ru had a sixth-floor premium employee dining card, taking the elevator to the sixth floor every day. By waiting at the entrance, he could catch Xiao Ru, and tomorrow was Saturday, a day off, allowing for all-day surveillance.

"This is truly a perfect opportunity!" "Lin Yupeng was secretly delighted.

Chapter 148 Tang Rui's Thoughts

So he manipulated the little flying insect to the Logistics Comprehensive Service Building. It was already past 8 pm, but the building was still brightly lit. He positioned the little flying insect No. 2 at the building entrance, choosing an excellent angle so that everyone entering and leaving the building could see it clearly.

Coincidentally, just as he fixed the monitor screen, he saw two girls gracefully walking in from outside. It was Xiao Ru and Tang Rui, Lin Yupeng's two female secretaries.

They were carrying large and small bags, all containing daily necessities and some snacks, and it seemed they had just returned from shopping at the supermarket.

Lin Yupeng was secretly delighted: "Hehe, it's like finding a needle in a haystack! Two beautiful girls have appeared all at once!" "

Xiao Ru and Tang Rui, both women are equally intelligent and cunning, but there are differences. Xiao Ru is the kind of woman who hides her true nature. On the surface, she seems charming, gentle, and considerate, but the deeper you get to know her, the more unpredictable and cunning she becomes. She's also skilled with a gun, giving her a bit of a female spy vibe.

As for Tang Rui, her intelligence is obvious to everyone—she likes to use her wit, but it's a cute and alluring kind of cleverness.

The two beauties chatted and laughed as they walked into the building. Lin Yupeng, controlling a small flying insect, followed them into the elevator. Lin Yupeng knew that floors 10 to 20 of the logistics building were male staff dormitories, and floors 20 to 30 were female staff apartments. He saw the small flying insect..." After getting on the elevator, Ru pressed the button for the 23rd floor.

When the elevator reached the 23rd floor, Ru and Tang Rui walked out side-by-side and entered room 2302, the closest room to the elevator.

Lin Yupeng, piloting the Little Flying Insect No. 2, followed them in. Inside, there were two rooms: a living room on the left and a bedroom with a shower on the right. The room was very tidy, with two single beds, a wardrobe, a TV, a sofa, and air conditioning. Near the window was a swing chair. The entire bedroom felt like a standard room in a luxury hotel. Such well-equipped employee dormitories were rare not only in the city but also nationwide. Moreover, accommodation was free, and the furniture was provided free of charge.

There was a saying in Tianhan City: "Once you join the Tianqiong Group, you won't have to worry about food, drink, or lodging."

The girl's bedroom was naturally very cozy, with celebrity posters and various cute little ornaments hanging on the walls and ceiling. There were also some cartoon bedding on the bed—retro and nostalgic styles were popular now.

"Tang Rui moved into the group dormitory too? Doesn't she have a home?" A question arose in Lin Yupeng's mind.

As soon as Tang Rui entered the room, she tossed her large bags onto the bedside table and plopped down on the bed, exclaiming sweetly, "Oh dear, I'm exhausted! The supermarket was so crowded!"

Xiao Ru smiled and poured her a glass of water, placing it on the bedside table. "You're such a delicate flower in a greenhouse," she said, "you lack exercise!"

Tang Rui giggled, "I can't compare to you. You're beautiful and healthy; everyone's captivated by you! Look at Qin Xi, the security captain at the door. He glanced at you several times when you went through security today!"

Xiao Ru blushed instantly at this and gave Tang Rui a sidelong glare. "You're so annoying! You're talking nonsense!"

Tang Rui giggled. "I'm not talking nonsense! I have evidence. We've already walked past, and I secretly glanced back. I saw Qin Xi still staring at your back."

Lin Yupeng thought to himself, "Xiao Ru is really charming! If it doesn't work out, I'll just have to take her first. I don't want her to fall into someone else's hands."

Suddenly remembering that Xiao Ru had a gun, Lin Yupeng thought, "Although it's said that dying under a flower is still romantic, I don't want to die. It's best to seize this beautiful young woman and keep her in my own hands."

Xiao Ru blushed at Tang Rui's words and quickly changed the subject, "Xiao Rui, why don't you live at home? Why do you have to move to the company dormitory? Our company doesn't force everyone to live in the dormitory!"

Tang Rui blushed and said softly, "It's all because of my dad. He doesn't let me live at home most of the time, he only lets me come back on weekends!"

Xiao Ru asked in surprise, "Why? Does your dad not like you?" "

Tang Rui hurriedly said, "No, my dad loves me the most, he is... he is..." She couldn't finish her sentence, her pretty face turning even redder, like a ripe apple.

Xiao Ru, observing her expression, already knew the gist of it. She placed her jade-like hand on Tang Rui's fragrant shoulder and said softly, "Did your dad ask you to spend more time with President Lin tonight?"

As soon as she finished speaking, Tang Rui exclaimed, "Ah!" and stared blankly at Xiao Ru, surprised, "You... how did you know?"

Lin Yupeng was also taken aback. This Xiao Ru was too amazing, guessing right every time. Did she just guess?

Xiao Ru smiled mysteriously and said, "I can tell fortunes. How accurate was it?"

Lin Yupeng didn't believe Xiao Ru could tell fortunes; she must have some basis. Tang Rui, of course, didn't believe her either, pressing her for answers until Xiao Ru finally revealed the truth: "Last night you talked in your sleep, saying you didn't want to be Lin Yupeng's secretary, didn't want to sleep with him, wanted to go to school… That's when I realized that everything you did was forced by your father."

Hearing this, Tang Rui's beautiful eyes filled with sorrow, and she said softly, "Sigh, my dad made me become Lin Yupeng's mistress. It would be even better if he married me. Basically, I have to be close to him so he can get back in his position and rise to prominence sooner." "He realized that President Zhang Yueran favored Lin Yupeng, and that he would eventually become the president's successor." Upon hearing this,

Lin Yupeng sighed inwardly, "Tang Gang, you only know one side of the story. Zhang Yueran values me because he wants to drag me into making drugs for them. Would I do such a heinous thing? That's a capital offense! Now the Tianqiong Group is under police surveillance, and our good days are probably numbered!"

Suddenly, he chuckled to himself, "Tang Rui hasn't spent any time with me these past few days! She actually doesn't listen to her father's teachings. As the saying goes, 'Those who don't listen to their elders will suffer the consequences.'"

Xiao Ru and Tang Rui chatted for a while, watched TV for a bit, and then turned off the lights and went to sleep.

Lin Yupeng waited for more than half an hour, and after seeing that the two were sound asleep, he manipulated Little Flying Insect No. 2 to swoop down and enter Xiao Ru's cute, twitching nose.

Now, Lin Yupeng was very skilled at manipulating robots into human brains, and Little Flying Insect No. 2 entered Xiao Ru's brain without any trouble.

He opened the memory hacking device's screen and continued maneuvering Little Flying Insect No. 2 to land in Xiao Ru's memory storage area. He inserted the memory chip and then found the "Love" section on the screen. This was the first area he needed to hack—had Xiao Ru fallen in love with him? This was what he desperately wanted to know.

Chapter 149: The Cunning Li Ke

. Lin Yupeng never expected that after clicking the "Smart Hacking" button, a warning dialog box would suddenly pop up on the screen, saying: "Your memory chip has failed. Please replace it with a new memory chip!"

"What's going on? Is there a system error?" Lin Yupeng was completely confused. Clicking "Smart Hacking" again brought up the same dialog box; the hacking process was impossible.

"Holy crap! No way? The memory chip failed? Does this mean this memory chip can only be used once? Li Ke didn't mention that when he gave it to me!" Lin Yupeng was secretly astonished.

This memory chip had previously hacked Fang Na's memories. If it was truly one-time use, then the memory chip on Line 1 had hacked Xiang Kui's memories, so it was unusable too.

Lin Yupeng decided to call Li Ke to ask what was going on. Although international calls are expensive, he had to find out.

So Lin Yupeng found Li Keliu's phone number and called his home in New Jersey, USA. An American woman answered the phone, saying in English, "Hello!"

Lin Yupeng had no choice but to reply in English, "I'm looking for Professor Li Ke." He thought to himself, "This woman must be Li Ke's wife. This guy even has an American woman!"

"Please wait a moment!" the woman replied politely. After a while, a man said in English, "Hello! Who is this?"

Lin Yupeng recognized Li Ke's voice and immediately switched to Chinese, saying, "Professor Li Ke, this is Lin Yupeng!"

Li Ke exclaimed, "Ah? Mr. Lin, how have you been lately?" Lin Yupeng said,

"Not bad, I just wanted to ask you something."

Li Ke chuckled and said, "Go ahead, what is it?"

Lin Yupeng said, "Why did the memory chip you gave me malfunction? Is it only usable once?" Upon hearing this, Li Ke

exclaimed in surprise, and Lin Yupeng even heard him slap his forehead. Li Ke then said with regret and remorse, "Mr. Lin, I'm so sorry, I forgot to tell you when we exchanged them last time that the memory chip can only be used once!" Lin

Yupeng sneered inwardly, "Li Ke, your acting skills are really impressive. This is something you personally developed; how could you so easily forget its nature? I think you did it on purpose, because you were afraid that if you told me the memory chip could only be used once, I would ask you for more!"

He was secretly annoyed, but his tone remained polite as he said, "Oh, it's alright! How many memory chips do you have left? Can I buy a few?"

Li Ke replied, "I just used two a few days ago, and I have six left. You know these memory chips are extremely difficult and time-consuming to make. It took me twenty years to make just over a dozen. I want to keep three as spares, so I can only sell you three!"

Lin Yupeng asked, "Oh, how much is one?" "

Li Ke laughed, "Mr. Lin, don't blame me for asking for an exorbitant price. Actually, the money I'm asking for is very reasonable. I can't be sure if you'll use my memory chips for illegal activities. Even if you guarantee it, I can't rest easy. If you do something illegal, I might be implicated. Therefore, the money I'm asking for is what I deserve based on the risks I've taken. I hope you don't think it's too expensive!"

He said a lot, but didn't mention the price of a single memory chip. However, Lin Yupeng knew that this was a prelude to his high price. How much did Li Ke want to sell it for? Was it more expensive than the memory chip hacking device?

Lin Yupeng hurriedly asked, "Professor Li, I understand what you're saying. Just name your price!"

Li Ke paused for a moment, then said in a deep voice, "300,000 US dollars for each memory chip hacking device! If you buy all three, the deal is 100,000."

Lin Yupeng was taken aback. This cunning Li Ke was indeed asking for an exorbitant price. The memory unlocking device only cost 200,000, but a single memory chip was priced at a whopping 300,000 US dollars, equivalent to over 2.1 million RMB—enough to start a medium-sized company.

However, Lin Yupeng knew very well that once he controlled the brain of an important person, his gains would far exceed 2.1 million RMB. Therefore, Li Ke's price wasn't entirely unreasonable.

"Is it really 300,000 per chip? Can you lower the price a bit?" Lin Yupeng tried to negotiate.

"Mr. Lin, I'm sorry! I can't lower the price any further. Please understand my predicament. I already took a risk with the two memory chips I gave you for free before," Li Ke said.

Seeing that he was tight-lipped and it seemed he couldn't lower the price any further, Lin Yupeng tried another approach: "Professor Li, I'd like to exchange it for my robot this time. Do you think that's feasible?"

Li Ke laughed and said, "Mr. Lin, one robot is enough for me!"

The implication was that he didn't want a second one, meaning he wouldn't agree to another exchange.

"Damn it, that old fox! Looks like he's after US dollars!" Lin Yupeng cursed inwardly, but there was nothing he could do. After all, Li Ke held the intellectual property rights; asking for 3 million, let alone 300,000, would be perfectly reasonable.

Lin Yupeng didn't have the money right now. Although he was the vice president of Tianqiong Group, he didn't have control over the finances; they were firmly in Zhang Yueran's hands. However, Lin Yupeng still had many trump cards, such as the mysterious ledger and photos of the bribe money taken by Dong Bin, and those dozen or so explicit video files. These things could all be turned into money if used properly.

Therefore, Lin Yupeng decided to implement his plan immediately, first raising some money to buy the last three memory chips. So he said to Li Ke, "How about this, you wait for me for a while, I'll raise the money first, and then we'll buy them!"

Li Ke said, "Okay, it's a deal."

Lin Yupeng hung up the phone, cursing inwardly, "Li Ke, you underestimate me. Once I get those three memory chips, I will make you pay a heavy price!" "

This attempt to crack Xiaoru's memories encountered setbacks. It seems life isn't always smooth sailing. However, Lin Yupeng still left the robot Little Flying Insect No. 2 in Xiaoru's dormitory. Although he couldn't crack her memories for the time being, he could still monitor her, especially since Tang Rui, that pretty girl, was there too. Monitoring two beauties at once might yield some results.

He fixed Little Flying Insect No. 2 in a position with an excellent view, minimized the robot's operating system, turned off the monitor, and left the office.

As he passed the living room, he saw Xiang Kui sitting in a chair, resting with his eyes closed. Lin Yupeng glanced at him indifferently, then returned to the bedroom. At this moment, the bedroom phone rang. He hurriedly answered it, saying, 'Hello!'"

Chapter 150: Fang Na Reunited.

Qin Xue's clear, melodious voice, tinged with a hint of resentment, came from the other end of the phone: "Honey, what have you been busy with lately? You haven't called me at all?" Lin Yupeng

then realized he hadn't contacted her for several days. He'd been through so much lately—almost dying and even killing someone, yet he'd climbed to the vice president's seat. It all felt like a dream, but he couldn't tell Qin Xue any of this, afraid of scaring her.

"Nothing! I've been too busy with work. How have you been? Have you missed me?" Lin Yupeng asked with a smile.

"Ugh, I don't miss you at all!" Qin Xue said coquettishly. This girl liked to say the opposite; "don't miss you" meant "really miss you."

Lin Yupeng chuckled dryly, "Really don't miss you? Okay, see how I deal with you when you get back!" He deliberately emphasized the word "deal with," and Qin Xue, of course, understood the deeper meaning. She immediately started to whine, "You're so naughty!" "Those wicked thoughts are always in my head..."

Lin Yupeng chuckled, and chatted with her for a few more minutes, basically saying things to coax a girl. He understood Qin Xue's personality very well, so he made her want to rush home and into his arms immediately.

After hanging up the phone, Lin Yupeng felt a sense of relief. He knew that Qin Xue was always on his side, no matter when or where. This woman didn't need any memory-breaking device to control her, because her heart and soul would always belong to him, Lin Yupeng.

The next day was Saturday, a day off. Lin Yupeng got up early, washed up, and had breakfast with Xiang Kui.

Under Lin Yupeng's persuasion, Xiang Kui was able to eat some cooked food, but he still had a strong craving for raw meat.

After breakfast, the question of what to do on his day off became a problem. He suddenly remembered that he hadn't seen Fang Na for five or six days. Today was a good day to go see her and launch another round of romantic advances; maybe he could even succeed!

Fang Na was the first beautiful woman Lin Yupeng controlled using a memory-breaking device and a robot. Combined with her memory chip, she had already been sold for $300,000 by Li Ke, making Fang Na especially precious to Lin Yupeng.

This time, Lin Yupeng couldn't go to see Fang Na empty-handed. Well, their relationship wasn't officially established before, but now they're practically boyfriend and girlfriend, so he needs to buy her some small gifts.

What does Fang Na like? Books are definitely a must, and she also really likes cute little toys.

That morning, Lin Yupeng instructed Xiang Kui to drive him to several large bookstores in Tianhan City, where he bought a set of Xi Murong's essays and a complete set of Zhang Ailing's novels. These are books Fang Na usually likes to read, but Lin Yupeng noticed that the books she reads are all paperback, some quite worn, as if they were borrowed, so she definitely wouldn't be able to finish them. This time, he bought her... "Buying the whole set will definitely win her heart."

After buying the books, Lin Yupeng went to a department store and bought a cute little dolphin. It could even be used as a pillow; its blue and white colors were bright and lively, and it also carried the auspicious meaning of "guardian angel of love," making it a suitable gift for a girl to strengthen their relationship.

After buying everything, Lin Yupeng and Xiang Kui had lunch at a restaurant. After lunch, they returned home. He sat in the living room, drank some water, and then dialed Fang Na's number. After two rings, Fang Na's sweet and gentle voice came through: "Hello!"

"It's me! Lin Yupeng, are you free today? I'd like to come see you!" Lin Yupeng smiled.

"Yes, I'm free. Come on over, I'll be waiting for you!" Fang Na's tone was a mix of surprise and shyness.

Lin Yupeng hung up the phone, his face beaming, and turned to Xiang Kui, saying, "I'm going to see a friend, I might not be back tonight. There's raw meat and bread in the fridge, go eat if you're hungry!"

Xiang Kui's eyes showed worry, but he still nodded in agreement. Lin Yupeng planned to go on a date with his mistress, or to put it bluntly, to "pick up girls." Bringing a bodyguard would be both inconvenient and unrefined, especially since he now had a gun and a background in Tai Chi, so he wasn't worried about any danger. Lin

Yupeng, carrying a stack of books and a dolphin toy he'd bought for Fang Na, left home, hailed a taxi, and headed straight for Songyang County. The car sped along the highway, arriving an hour later at the entrance to the police station's residential area where Fang Na lived.

He got out, paid the fare, and went inside. The security guard at the gate recognized Lin Yupeng; he'd been there twice before, the first time with the dignified county criminal investigation team captain, Sun Liancheng. Therefore, this time, he didn't ask Lin Yupeng for his ID and let him in directly.

Lin Yupeng went upstairs to Fang Na's apartment, rang the doorbell, and after a moment, heard a sweet voice inside asking, "Who is it?"

"It's me!" "Lin Yupeng replied with a smile.

The door immediately opened, and Fang Na stood gracefully in the doorway, her face beaming with joy, and said sweetly, "Brother Lin, please come in!"

Lin Yupeng carried his things into the house, carefully examining the perfectly transformed woman before him. Her stunning beauty and alluring figure stirred his heart.

Because of the hot weather and being at home, Fang Na wasn't dressed warmly. She wore a white sleeveless top, the top two buttons undone, revealing her proud, high, white breasts that seemed about to burst through the fabric. Lin Yupeng could clearly see the captivating cleavage and the black Anlifang bra she wore.

She wore white shorts, exposing her incredibly sexy, alluring legs, almost entirely white with a rosy tint, as if sprinkled with pollen; smooth and lustrous like jade, as if coated with cream; and her ivory-carved feet, crystal clear, all drawing Lin Yupeng's gaze.

Fang Na caught Lin Yupeng's burning gaze, and a bright blush quickly spread across her pretty face. She glanced down unintentionally and blushed even more, realizing her breasts were exposed. She hurriedly fastened the two buttons.

Perhaps out of shyness, and coupled with her ample bosom, the buttons came undone with a slight movement, making Fang Na even more embarrassed. Lin Yupeng chuckled inwardly.

To avoid further embarrassment, he deliberately turned his back, pretending not to see. Only after Fang Na had fixed the two "misbehaving" buttons did he turn around, placing the gifts he had bought for her on the ground, and smiled, "Here you go! They're all for you."

Fang Na's eyes lit up immediately, her clear, beautiful eyes shimmering with surprise and gratitude. She took the book and the little dolphin, clearly delighted.

Chapter 151 A

Narrow Escape

"How did you know I like reading Xi Murong and Zhang Ailing's books?" Fang Na asked with a sweet smile.

"You're my girlfriend, of course I know you best!" Lin Yupeng's answer was firm and unquestionable.

Fang Na blushed instantly, even her ears turned red. She lovingly stroked the little dolphin and said gratefully, "I like this little dolphin very much too! Thank you!"

Lin Yupeng chuckled, "I'm glad you like it, don't be shy!"

The two sat on the sofa in the living room and chatted intimately, from work to life, just like a couple who had been separated for many days sharing intimate words. As they talked, Lin Yupeng's hand quietly took Fang Na's soft, smooth, and delicate hand. Fang Na's body trembled slightly, and her beautiful eyes filled with shy tenderness, but she let Lin Yupeng hold it.

A woman's hands are also a sensitive part of her body; many women hope their boyfriends will hold their hands, as it brings them happiness.

Lin Yupeng held Fang Na's small hand as if it were cotton, gently stroking it with his fingers. Fang Na blushed and her heart pounded.

The two chatted intimately until after 4 p.m. Fang Na got up to cook dinner for Lin Yupeng. Lin Yupeng wanted to help her, but she politely declined. Fang Na and Qin Xue shared similar thoughts; cooking a meal for the man they loved was a joyful thing for them.

Lin Yupeng's gaze passed through the kitchen and landed on the balcony. He saw the old cabinet still there, unchanged. The ledgers and stolen money were definitely still inside. A thought suddenly struck Lin Yupeng: "That money is only a little over 1 million RMB, not even enough to buy half a memory chip. But if I can come up with a foolproof plan and use it properly, maybe I can make a chicken-and-egg situation, generating endless wealth."

In less than half an hour, Fang Na had prepared a table full of delicious and beautifully presented dishes. She and Lin Yupeng sat facing each other, eating dinner together, chatting and laughing.

After dinner, Lin Yupeng and Fang Na chatted for a while. Feeling bored staying indoors, Lin Yupeng suggested they go for a walk.

Fang Na blushed, recalling their previous two intimate walks by the river. She felt incredibly shy, but didn't refuse Lin Yupeng's request. She went to the bedroom to change and they went out together.

From the moment they went out, Lin Yupeng held Fang Na's hand. Fang Na's face was flushed, and she let him hold it, her face radiating happiness and sweetness, attracting envious and jealous glances from many people on the street.

Before they knew it, they had reached the banks of the Qingshui River again and sat on the large blue stone where they had their last date.

Fang Na's face was flushed again. She remembered that it was here last time that Lin Yupeng had inexplicably stolen her first kiss, but she felt a sweetness in her heart, even secretly hoping to experience that passionate feeling again.

It is said that a woman's first kiss leaves the deepest impression. No matter how many years have passed, as long as she recalls the scene, it remains vivid in her mind, even remembering clearly what color clothes she was wearing and what she said.

Lin Yupeng and Fang Na sat side by side on the bluestone, their bodies nestled together. Lin Yupeng's hand gently embraced Fang Na's slender waist, and Fang Na's eyes grew increasingly tender. Both of them were intoxicated by the beautiful sunset.

"It's been several days since we last met. Did you miss me?" Lin Yupeng whispered in Fang Na's ear with a smile.

Fang Na nodded involuntarily, lowering her head shyly. Lin Yupeng saw a faint blush rise on her fair and delicate neck and couldn't help but hug her tightly.

Fang Na's body trembled slightly, her clear eyes filled with tenderness. She buried her head in Lin Yupeng's arms, inhaling his masculine scent, and was intoxicated.

Lin Yupeng caught a glimpse of Fang Na's delicate earlobe, and a playful glint appeared in his eye. He lowered his head, opened his mouth, and gently took her soft earlobe into his mouth.

A woman's ear is one of the most sensitive parts of her body, and also one of the easiest to arouse her desire. With Lin Yupeng's kiss, Fang Na let out a soft moan, a sound that seemed like a plea for mercy but more like a groan. Her earlobes flushed crimson, and her body went limp like a lump of spring mud, nestled in Lin Yupeng's arms.

Lin Yupeng was secretly delighted, carefully examining the beauty in his arms. She wore a thin, light green sleeveless top, her snow-white, lotus-root-like arms exposed, her large breasts seemingly about to leap out of their "cage." She wore a denim mini-skirt, her flawless legs half-naked and pressed together, stimulating desire.

Lin Yupeng's right arm encircled Fang Na's slender waist, while his left hand slowly slid under her skirt, resting on her snow-white, sexy legs. He felt their soft, smooth texture and elasticity; he could imagine the ecstasy of her trembling legs as they made love, a sensation that would drive him wild.

Fang Na's legs began to tremble slightly, her small hands involuntarily pressing against Lin Yupeng's hand. She wanted to stop him but couldn't bear to, and their hands intertwined.

Lin Yupeng had carefully chosen their meeting place. Surrounded by dense trees on all sides and behind, it formed a natural haven, a perfect spot for lovers to whisper sweet nothings and engage in intimate acts.

Facing the clear river, it was getting dark, and fewer and fewer people were strolling along the riverbank. Just as Lin Yupeng and Fang Na were being affectionate, his ears suddenly twitched; he heard footsteps approaching from his left.

At first, Lin Yupeng thought they were just a couple taking a walk and didn't pay any attention. Suddenly, a figure flashed in front of him, and when he looked up, he was horrified to see two black gun barrels pointed at him and Fang Na!

Lin Yupeng felt a buzzing in his head, and he secretly regretted, "It was a mistake not to bring Xiang along this time!"

When he saw the guns being held against him and Fang Na, his regret deepened. The smiling men holding guns to Lin Yupeng and Fang Na were none other than Liu Sheng and Cui Lei, two henchmen of Long Da!

Behind Liu Sheng and Cui Lei stood another person, dressed in black casual clothes, with a wicked smile on his face—it was none other than Lin Yupeng's mortal enemy and nemesis—Peng Hongliang!

"What a small world! How did I run into Peng Hongliang here?" Lin Yupeng thought to himself in surprise.

Fang Na was terrified, her face paling, her body trembling, even her scream trembled.

Lin Yupeng stood up and slowly pulled Fang Na up, shielding her in front of him, staring intently at Peng Hongliang, coldly saying, "Peng Hongliang, what do you want?"

Peng Hongliang's lecherous eyes swept over Lin Yupeng and Fang Na, a wicked chuckle spreading across his face, "Don't you know what I want? Lin Yupeng, you're really something! You've got Fang Na hooked again! Let me tell you, she's mine! What a coincidence today, come with me!"

Chapter 152 Quick Thinking

Chapter 152 Quick Thinking

Lin Yupeng coldly asked, "Where to with you?"

Peng Hongliang laughed maliciously, his lecherous eyes sizing up the panicked Fang Na, leering, "Fang Na, Fang Na, I didn't expect..." "You've grown so charming! You've gotten taller, your skin is whiter, your legs are longer, and your breasts are several sizes bigger. Did you take hormones? Haha, I'm in for a treat!"

He then glanced at Lin Yupeng, chuckling dryly as he answered Lin Yupeng's earlier question: "I'm going to take you guys somewhere secluded. I'll pluck this flower, Fang Na, first, and show you how I make her feel like she's dying of pleasure! Watching your beloved woman being played with must be unbearable, right? I'll help you out because we used to be colleagues. After I've had my way with Fang Na, I'll send you to your death. Pretty good plan, right?"

"Pah!" Lin Yupeng spat fiercely in Peng Hongliang's face, shouting angrily, "Peng Hongliang! You're a fucking bastard! I'd rather die than let you get away with this!"

As he cursed Peng Hongliang, his mind raced. "What should I do? I'd rather die than let Fang Na be humiliated! I have a gun in my pocket, and it's loaded, but I don't have a chance to draw it right now!"

Peng Hongliang's eyes darted around, and he said to Cui Lei, "I heard this kid became the vice president of Tianqiong Group. He must have some kind of weapon for self-defense. Go search him!"

Cui Lei nodded, raised his gun, and shouted, "Lin Yupeng, put your hands up! Hurry up!"

Lin Yupeng had no choice but to obediently raise his hands, his mind still racing, thinking of a solution. If all else failed, he would fight them! If the other side took his gun, he would be finished! He wouldn't even have a chance to turn the tables. Not only would he lose his life, but Fang Na would also fall into Peng Hongliang's clutches.

Just as Cui Lei was about to search Lin Yupeng, Liu Sheng, his eyes darting around, quickly stopped him, saying coldly, "No way! This kid's got all sorts of 'trinkets' on him. We fell for his trick last time, so we have to be careful this time. Make him take them off himself!"

Cui Lei chuckled and chimed in, "Right! Lin Yupeng, take off your clothes, pants, and shoes! Behave yourself! Or I'll shoot you dead!"

It was already dark, and the place was quite remote with few people around. Liu Sheng and Cui Lei held Lin Yupeng at gunpoint without anyone noticing.

Lin Yupeng was furious, thinking to himself, "Damn it, what a bad day! I was just looking for a secluded spot to get intimate with Fang Na, but I ran into my enemy! I might as well have stayed home. Next time I go out on a date with Fang Na, I'll have to bring a few bodyguards! Sigh, look at this situation, do I even have a future?"

Cui Lei forced him to take off his clothes and shoes, so Lin Yupeng had no choice but to bend down, his mind racing as he tried to figure out how to escape. Fang Na, standing beside him, trembled with fear, her beautiful eyes filled with despair. But she secretly made up her mind—she would never let Peng Hongliang tarnish her purity, and in the most critical moment, she would choose to die to prove her innocence!

Lin Yupeng had already squatted down and started taking off his shoes. Just as his hands touched the shoe uppers, his eyes fell on the ground, and suddenly, in a moment of inspiration, he came up with a desperate plan!

Although it was risky, with only a 50% success rate, Lin Yupeng decided to go for it. In this perilous situation, he felt a 50% success rate was already quite high; if he didn't take advantage of it, even that 50% chance might disappear in the future.

Suddenly, a glint flashed in Lin Yupeng's eyes, and he swiftly grabbed two handfuls of sand from the ground, hurling them at Liu Sheng, Cui Lei, and Peng Hongliang behind them!

The three thugs never expected Lin Yupeng to be so daring as to launch such a blunder. Lin Yupeng's attack was incredibly fast and the distance was so close that the three were caught off guard, and in the blink of an eye, sand was flying all over their faces.

At the same time, Lin Yupeng grabbed Fang Na's hand and pulled her sideways, shouting, "Run!" The two ran along the riverbank towards the nearby grove of trees.

Two gunshots rang out, but neither hit Lin Yupeng or Fang Na, because Lin Yupeng had chosen to run sideways instead of backwards. If they wanted to run away, Liu Sheng and Cui Lei, though blinded, could still move their hands and instinctively fired forward, hitting Lin Yupeng and Fang Na in the back.

Lin Yupeng's decision proved correct. Liu Sheng and Cui Lei, wiping the sand from their faces, instinctively fired two more shots, both missing.

Although they had suffered a temporary setback, the three desperate men were not about to give up. The Qingshui River was nearby, and Peng Hongliang, Liu Sheng, and Cui Lei rushed to the riverbank to wash the sand from their faces, especially their eyes. At this moment, Lin Yupeng, who had run into the nearby woods, pulled out his Browning pistol and fired two shots at the three men. However, being a novice shooter, he lacked accuracy, and both shots missed.

Lin Yupeng thought to himself, "Ah, if only I had practiced shooting earlier!"

By this time, the three thugs had washed the sand from their eyes. Peng Hongliang directed Cui Lei to run to the intersection and block the road leading to the city, while Peng Hongliang and Liu Sheng chased after them into the woods.

"Damn it! Watch out, that Lin guy has a gun!" Peng Hongliang shouted sharply.

Fang Na, who had never experienced anything like this before, was so frightened that her legs went weak and she couldn't run fast at all. Lin Yupeng grabbed her hand and ran forward while turning around and firing a shot at Peng Hongliang!

Lin Yupeng's shot was quite accurate, but it missed a person and hit a poplar tree about the size of a bowl. Bark flew everywhere, and the tree trunk swayed a few times.

Liu Sheng, who was next to Peng Hongliang, raised his hand and fired back at Lin Yupeng. Just then, Lin Yupeng turned around and saw him firing. He instinctively dodged to the side, and the bullet whizzed past his ear. It was truly a close call!

Peng Hongliang yelled at Liu Sheng, "Damn it! You better be precise, kid, don't hurt my little beauty!"

Liu Sheng chuckled and said, "Brother Liang, don't worry, they won't go far. This grove isn't very big. Once they're out of the grove, they'll have to surrender obediently!"

Sure enough, as Liu Sheng expected, the grove was small. Lin Yupeng and Fang Na ran out of the grove and found themselves facing a road.

Fang Na was panting heavily, her beautiful, firm breasts heaving. She said urgently to Lin Yupeng beside her, "Brother Lin, you run! Don't worry about me. I'd rather die than submit to Peng Hongliang!" Fang

Na's implication was that Lin Yupeng should escape first, and if she fell into Peng Hongliang's hands, she would commit suicide.

Lin Yupeng was unwilling to abandon Fang Na. His face showed determination, and he said firmly, "I won't abandon you. If we die, we'll die together!"

Chapter 153: Dependent on Each Other in Life and

Death Fang

Na gazed at Lin Yupeng beside her, and the tears that had been welling up in her beautiful eyes finally streamed down her face. Lin Yupeng smiled slightly at her, his expression calm and composed, and turned to fire four shots at Peng Hongliang and Liu Sheng, who were peeking out from the woods!

Lin Yupeng was holding a world-famous Browning pistol, powerful, fast, and with a high rate of fire. Although his marksmanship was inaccurate, his momentum was terrifying. Peng Hongliang and Liu Sheng were so frightened that they quickly hid behind the trees.

As Lin Yupeng fired his gun, he glanced around out of the corner of his eye and saw an air-raid shelter not far from the road. Fang Na was too tired to run anymore, and he was running out of bullets. Once he ran out, he would have to surrender. It would be better to hide in the air-raid shelter first and then think of a way to escape.

So he fired several more shots at the spot where Peng Hongliang and Liu Sheng were hiding, pinning them down so they couldn't lift themselves. Then he grabbed Fang Na and headed straight for the air-raid shelter.

This shelter was their last hope, so Lin Yupeng and Fang Na ran with all their might. They hurried down the steps, and Lin Yupeng heard two gunshots behind him, bullets whizzing past his scalp.

The air-raid shelter wasn't very large, rectangular in shape, covering a little over 300 square meters. It was dark inside, but the ventilation was decent.

Lin Yupeng pulled Fang Na, stumbling along, her legs weak, and she leaned heavily on him.

Lin Yupeng pulled out his phone from his pocket and, using the screen's light, walked forward with Fang Na. They finally reached a corner of the air-raid shelter. Lin Yupeng looked around, inwardly cursing, "Who the hell built this air-raid shelter? There's only one entrance, no exit!"

Actually, he didn't know that the air-raid shelter originally had an exit, but a few years ago, a nearby coal mine collapsed the area around the exit, and it was subsequently blocked off. Anyway, it was peacetime now, so the air-raid shelter was just for show.

"Lin Yupeng! You fucking get out here!" "At this moment, Peng Hongliang, Liu Sheng, and Cui Lei arrived at the entrance of the air-raid shelter, shouting curses in unison.

Because the air-raid shelter was pitch black, and Lin Yupeng had a gun, the three of them dared not come down rashly. They were in the open while Lin Yupeng was in the dark; if he started shooting, it would be impossible to defend against.

Lin Yupeng ignored them, took off his coat and laid it on the ground, then pulled the panting Fang Na to sit down.

The underground air-raid shelter was cold and damp, and Fang Na's alluring body trembled with cold. Lin Yupeng held Fang Na tightly in his arms.

"Brother Lin, I'm so scared!" Fang Na said in a trembling voice, terrified.

"Don't be afraid! They won't dare to come in! I'm here!" Lin Yupeng gently comforted her, his arms unconsciously tightening their embrace. Fang Na's lotus-root-like, fair arms pressed against Lin Yupeng's, the cool, smooth sensation incredibly alluring. However, in this critical moment, Lin Yupeng had no time for taking advantage of her.

He picked up his phone to dial 110 (the police emergency number), but being underground, there was no signal. He tried several times without success. Fang Na also took out her small, delicate phone, which also had no signal. Despair instantly appeared on her pretty, pure face.

Fang Na's shapely, sexy legs trembled slightly. Lin Yupeng put down the gun he was holding in his right hand and moved his hand to her beautiful legs, gently massaging them to improve blood circulation.

Just then, they heard Peng Hongliang shouting from the entrance of the air-raid shelter, "Lin Yupeng, if you've got the guts, come out here! Do you want to hide in there like a coward?"

Lin Yupeng quickly picked up his gun and fired a shot towards the entrance, shouting fiercely, "Peng Hongliang! Come down here if you dare!" "I'll fight you to the end!"

"Do you dare come up?"

"Do you dare come down?"

Lin Yupeng and Peng Hongliang were locked in a stalemate, neither willing to back down, exchanging insults.

Suddenly, Liu Sheng ran over breathlessly and said to Peng Hongliang, "Brother Liang, I've checked everything. This air-raid shelter has no exit. We'll just stay here and guard it. Lin Yupeng and Fang Na won't be able to escape!"

Peng Hongliang nodded with a cold smile, his lecherous eyes darting around as

he pondered a countermeasure. Cui Lei, standing beside him, took two steps forward and shouted into the shelter, "Lin Yupeng, Fang Na! If you don't come out, I'll set the entrance on fire and suffocate you!"

Lin Yupeng chuckled inwardly, "Although this air-raid shelter has no exit, the ventilation shafts are all open. The smoke rises, so no matter how much fire I set, it won't kill us!"

Sure enough, they heard Peng Hongliang angrily yell at Cui Lei from above, "Are you fucking a pig-brain?! What fire?!" There are ventilation shafts here, and the smoke rising up is actually suffocating us!

Liu Sheng leaned over and whispered a few words to Peng Hongliang. Peng Hongliang laughed and shouted down, "Lin Yupeng, we're going to block the ventilation shafts first, then set it on fire. We'll get right to it. You can still surrender now!"

Actually, Peng Hongliang wanted to force Lin Yupeng and Fang Na out. He didn't plan to set the fire because he couldn't bear to let Fang Na suffocate.

Hearing Peng Hongliang's words, Lin Yupeng felt a chill and softly asked Fang Na beside him, "Nana, are you still scared?"

Fang Na shook her head and said firmly, "I'm not scared! I'd rather die with you!" After saying that, she buried her head in Lin Yupeng's arms, a happy smile blooming on her pretty face.

At this critical moment, Lin Yupeng felt a surge of tenderness and gently kissed Fang Na's cheek, whispering, "I love you!"

The shy Fang Na finally mustered the courage to reply, "Me too!"

Lin Yupeng couldn't resist kissing her trembling lips, his tongue teasing and sucking inside her mouth. Fang Na responded passionately, extending her delicate tongue to entwine with Lin Yupeng's, waves of ecstatic pleasure washing over them.

Meanwhile, Peng Hongliang, at the entrance of the air-raid shelter, saw no movement inside and inwardly cursed. If they really stayed inside, it would be troublesome! Although the place was relatively remote, if someone called the police, it would be a real problem. Peng Hongliang's

eyes darted around, and an idea came to him. He took the pistol from Cui Lei and ordered Liu Sheng and Cui Lei to find and block the ventilation shaft of the air-raid shelter. He wanted to put pressure on Lin Yupeng and Fang Na inside, forcing them to come out and surrender.

After a while, Liu Sheng and Cui Lei actually found the ventilation shaft and blocked it with stones, clods of earth, and bits of grass.

At this moment, Lin Yupeng, who was passionately kissing Fang Na inside, suddenly felt the air stop blowing in the cave. He knew Peng Hongliang had really ordered the ventilation shaft blocked, and it seemed the next step was to set it on fire. Lin

Yupeng didn't want to sit and wait to die. He pulled away from Fang Na's lips, stood up with his phone in his left hand and his gun in his right, and said softly to Fang Na, "Don't move here. I'll walk around; maybe I can find an exit!" Fang Na nodded obediently. Lin Yupeng smiled slightly at her, turned around, and began to walk around the air-raid shelter using the faint light from his phone screen, feeling his way along the walls, clinging to a sliver of hope that he could find an exit. After walking around for a while, Lin Yupeng gave a helpless bitter smile. He hadn't found any exit, not even a crack in the wall. When Lin Yupeng read martial arts novels, he often encountered plots like this: the male and female protagonists were trapped in a cave by their enemies, and then, through the male protagonist's intelligence and resourcefulness, they found a secret exit or a hidden chamber within the cave, discovering martial arts manuals or divine weapons and treasures, and ultimately mastering unparalleled martial arts skills. But that was just fiction. Now, when a similar situation actually occurred in reality, it wasn't like the novels where misfortune turned into good fortune; reality was always far crueler than fiction! Lin Yupeng sighed, steeling his resolve. If absolutely necessary, he would grab his gun and rush out, preferring to die alongside Peng Hongliang and the other two rather than sit and wait to perish! Having made up his mind, Lin Yupeng became even calmer. The worst that could happen was death! Seeing no movement inside, Peng Hongliang grew annoyed. He ordered Liu Sheng to find a bundle of dry grass, light it with a lighter, and throw it into the air-raid shelter. However, he didn't throw it far, just below the steps. If Lin Yupeng ran to put out the fire, he would be exposed to the assassins' guns. The burning grass released a strong, pungent odor that choked Lin Yupeng, causing him to cough twice. He quickly crouched down, gun in hand, ready for a desperate last stand! Just then, he heard sirens blaring outside, followed by Peng Hongliang shouting, "Damn it, the police are here! Run!"

Then came several gunshots, followed by a series of light, hurried footsteps near the air-raid shelter.

Lin Yupeng breathed a sigh of relief, put his gun in his pocket, walked to Fang Na's side, and hugged her tightly, exclaiming joyfully, "The police are here! We're saved!"

Fang Na's pretty face showed the joy of surviving a close call. She nestled against Lin Yupeng. Just then, the beam of a police flashlight shone at the entrance of the air-raid shelter, and several dark figures rushed over quickly. One of them shouted, "Don't move! Hands up!"

Lin Yupeng recognized the voice immediately as that of his Tai Chi teacher, now the county public security bureau chief. Detective Captain Sun Liancheng hurriedly called out, "Teacher Sun, it's me! Lin Yupeng!"

Sun Liancheng also saw Lin Yupeng and said with surprise, "It's you!" Then he turned to the two detectives beside him and said, "Put down your guns, my friend!"

The two detectives lowered their guns from Lin Yupeng and Fang Na. Sun Liancheng quickly walked up to Lin Yupeng, looked him and Fang Na up and down, and asked in a deep voice, "I just received a report that a group of criminals were chasing a couple with guns. So this is..." "You guys!"

Lin Yupeng smiled and said, "Yes! It's us, Teacher Sun, you came just in time!

If you had come any later, you probably would have been collecting my corpse!"

Sun Liancheng glared at him and said coldly, "What happened to you? Did you offend someone?"

Lin Yupeng picked up his clothes from the ground and draped them over Fang Na, answering helplessly, "Who could I have offended? A group of thugs were trying to rob and assault us, chasing Fang Na and me into this air-raid shelter. They were about to set us on fire when you arrived. By the way, Sun..." "Teacher, hurry and catch them!"

Sun Liancheng said, "I've already sent a team to chase them! You and your girlfriend come with me to the criminal investigation team to give a statement!"

So Lin Yupeng and Fang Na got into the police car with Sun Liancheng and returned to the Songyang County Public Security Bureau to give their statements. Lin Yupeng didn't mention that he had a gun; he only said that the robbers wanted to rob them, and he cleverly used sand to blind them. Then he and Fang Na escaped to this air-raid shelter. It was pitch black inside, and the robbers didn't dare to come down rashly, so they tried to burn them alive.

"Is that what happened?" Sun Liancheng asked in a deep voice.

"Yes! Absolutely right!" Lin Yupeng said firmly.

“I’m just wondering, these thugs seem to have some kind of grudge against you, determined to kill you. If it were just a regular robbery, there’s no need to go to such lengths,”

Lin Yupeng said. “Professor Sun, you’ve dealt with thugs for so many years, you should know that some are extremely vicious! They won’t stop until they achieve their goal!” Sun

Liancheng nodded in agreement. Just then, someone handed him a report of the crime scene investigation. He frowned, deep in thought, and said, “Strange! How come two different types of bullets were found at the scene?”

Lin Yupeng knew that one of the bullets was fired from his Browning pistol, but fortunately, the witness, the person who reported the incident, was far away and hadn’t seen Lin Yupeng holding a gun. So he smiled and replied, “That means the thugs used two different types of bullets!”

"Shut up!" Sun Liancheng snapped coldly, but Lin Yupeng noticed a hint of doubt in his eyes. Being a detective, he was perceptive, and he laughed, "Teacher Sun, I'm telling the truth! Don't you even believe your student of so many years?"

Sun Liancheng quickly replied, "It's not that I don't believe you, it's just that I think there are many suspicious points in this case. It might not be as simple as just a robbery!"

Lin Yupeng said, "Teacher Sun, can we go now?"

Sun Liancheng nodded, "Let's go! Be careful in the future!"

Lin Yupeng and Fang Na walked out of the county public security bureau hand in hand. Fang Na's emotions had calmed down considerably, but she still felt lingering fear when she thought about the terrifying scene just now.

Lin Yupeng, on the other hand, wasn't bothered. He had encountered far more dangerous situations and weathered countless storms; today's events were nothing. He was just annoyed that Peng Hongliang and his gang needed to be eliminated quickly! Otherwise, they would always be a potential threat to him.

As for the police currently pursuing Peng Hongliang and his gang, Lin Yupeng didn't have much hope. These people were as slippery as fish, and it wouldn't be easy to catch them.

Lin Yupeng escorted Fang Na to her apartment building. He glanced at his watch; it was past nine o'clock. He smiled at Fang Na and said, "I have to go now! Don't be afraid, I'll come see you often!"

Fang Na's beautiful eyes filled with a mixture of longing and fear. She took Lin Yupeng's hand, blushing, and whispered, "I'm still a little scared, Brother Lin. Could you come up and keep me company?"

Lin Yupeng had only been playing hard to get, knowing Fang Na wouldn't want him to leave, so he nodded and said, "Okay!" He secretly rejoiced, "Hehe, let me go to your place, tonight you're mine!"

Chapter 155:

A Night of Passion

Lin Yupeng and Fang Na arrived at her home. They sat on the sofa in the living room. Lin Yupeng gently embraced her. After this life-or-death ordeal, their relationship had taken a leap forward; a deeper, more intimate connection was inevitable.

A foreign research institution once conducted a scientific experiment on a couple who had just met. They were put on a perilous journey, even facing life-threatening danger. After the journey, the chances of the couple falling in love with each other were as high as 70%. Fang Na already deeply loved Lin Yupeng, and after today's life-or-death test, their relationship became even stronger.

Fang Na buried her face in Lin Yupeng's chest, her heart still pounding as she recalled the terrifying moment. Her face flushed crimson, and after a long pause, she mustered her courage and said, "Brother Lin, please don't leave tonight, okay? I'm scared!"

Lin Yupeng gently stroked her silky hair and smiled, "Okay, I won't leave! Don't be afraid, I'll protect you for the rest of my life!"

Fang Na raised her head, her beautiful eyes gazing at Lin Yupeng with tender affection, her face full of sweetness. Suddenly, she lowered her head shyly, a blush slowly spreading across her exquisite face. She whispered, "Brother Lin, why don't you go take a shower first?" By the end, her voice was barely audible, like a mosquito's buzz.

Lin Yupeng was secretly delighted: "Fang Na is finally going to give herself to me. I didn't expect tonight's unexpected events to arouse Fang Na's desire to offer herself. I really don't know whether I should thank Peng Hongliang and his gang!"

Thinking of this, he lowered his head and kissed Fang Na's snow-white neck, then got up and went to the bathroom to take a shower before coming out wrapped in a bath towel.

When Fang Na saw Lin Yupeng's bare upper body, his broad chest and well-built muscles exuding masculine beauty, she immediately felt her heart flutter. She lowered her head shyly and said softly, "Brother Lin, I'm going to take a shower!"

Lin Yupeng laughed heartily, wrapped in a bath towel, and sat on the sofa in the living room. He didn't change his clothes, since he would have to take them off later anyway...

Fang Na went into the bathroom, and the sound of running water filled the air. Half an hour later, she came out gracefully wrapped in a bath towel, her beautiful face flushed. Lin Yupeng smiled and pulled her into his arms.

"I'm a little scared!" Fang Na said shyly.

Lin Yupeng didn't speak. He lowered his head and gently kissed Fang Na's cheek, then pressed his lips to her delicate petals, teasing her little tongue.

Fang Na responded passionately, their tongues intertwining and entwining, sucking each other's sweet nectar. Lin Yupeng's hand began to roam, slipping inside the towel and touching Fang Na's full, firm, snow-white breasts—the kind of breasts that even women envied—gently squeezing and kneading them.

Fang Na let out sweet, intoxicating moans. Because her cherry lips were still being kissed by Lin Yupeng, the moans sounded a little muffled, but this only further aroused Lin Yupeng's desire.

He ripped off the towel wrapped around Fang Na's body, one hand already caressing her incredibly sexy and alluring legs, gently kneading them. The touch was smooth, soft, and slightly elastic, utterly intoxicating.

This was the perfect woman Lin Yupeng had personally transformed; of course, he wanted to enjoy her. Although he had touched her legs several times before, each time he was irresistibly drawn to them. Tonight was destined to be a passionate and lingering night!

Under Lin Yupeng's multi-point stimulation, Fang Na's body was already tingling with pleasure, a faint hope that Lin Yupeng wouldn't stop.

Lin Yupeng had no intention of stopping. His hand slowly moved upwards, touching the base of Fang Na's legs…

"Ah!" Fang Na groaned. Normally, she would blush even looking at her own body, and had never even masturbated. Today, being caressed by Lin Yupeng like this, she instantly went limp, collapsing into his arms.

Lin Yupeng chuckled, picked up Fang Na and carried her into the bedroom, gently placing her on the bed. Fang Na knew her sacred moment was finally approaching. She closed her beautiful eyes, her delicate eyelashes trembling, and shyly said through her lips, "This is my first time, please be gentle, okay?"

Lin Yupeng chuckled inwardly. Almost every virgin said this before losing her virginity. At this tense moment, would being gentle really solve the problem?

Fang Na was now completely naked on the bed. Lin Yupeng looked at her naked body as if examining a perfect work of art. Her high, firm breasts and pink areolas, her round, smooth legs gleaming with an alluring sheen, her mysterious, grassy area, and her jade-like feet and exquisite toes—every glance aroused Lin Yupeng's lust.

He impatiently threw off the towel draped over his body, flipped over, and pressed himself against Fang Na's flawless body. His sword was drawn, aimed straight for her core!

"Ah! It hurts!" Fang Na's tears were almost streaming down her face. She clung tightly to Lin Yupeng's waist, her body trembling violently.

Lin Yupeng paused, allowing Fang Na some time to adjust, but the arrow was already on the bowstring. Gradually, he began to move again.

Fang Na bit her lip, her beautiful eyes filled with tears, spreading her legs wide to meet Lin Yupeng's movements. Each tremor of her snow-white, sexy legs sent shivers down Lin Yupeng's spine.

As Lin Yupeng's thrusts increased in speed, Fang Na felt the pain gradually replaced by pleasure, and she responded even more passionately, letting out intoxicating moans.

Lin Yupeng hadn't expected that Fang Na, usually so gentle and shy, would moan so loudly in bed, further fueling his desire to attack. The beauty beneath him instantly melted into a pool of mud under his powerful thrusts… The

ecstasy Fang Na's flawless body brought Lin Yupeng during lovemaking was unprecedented. By the latter half of the night, he felt the urge to ejaculate. Fang Na had lost count of how many times she had reached the peak of pleasure, her body utterly exhausted.

Lin Yupeng began his final assault, taking Fang Na to another blissful state while simultaneously releasing his own essence…

The morning sunlight streamed through the gaps in the curtains, illuminating the naked bodies of the couple who had just made love, softening the harsh light with a gentle, ambiguous warmth.

Lin Yupeng opened his eyes and saw Fang Na nestled in his arms, fast asleep. Her snow-white, smooth skin and alluringly sexy body rekindled his urge to press her beneath him.

Fortunately, he restrained himself. After a night of lovemaking, Fang Na had just lost her virginity and was already exhausted. Her delicate body could no longer withstand any more stimulation. Chapter 156 Transfer of Stolen Goods

Lin Yupeng seemed quite energetic, as if he had inexhaustible strength. He pulled a blanket over Fang Na's alluring body, got out of bed, dressed, and walked around the room, thinking to himself, "I can't stay here any longer. Peng Hongliang already knows Fang Na is here. How big is a small county town? He can find anyone he wants. I have to take Fang Na away today! I think she should quit her job. Now that I'm the vice president of Tianqiong Group, with my basic annual salary of 300,000 yuan, supporting a woman shouldn't be a problem." Thinking this, he left Fang Na's bedroom and slowly strolled to the balcony, carefully examining the old-fashioned cabinet where Dong Bin's embezzled funds and ledgers were hidden, wondering whether he should take these things with him when he left. After much deliberation, he decided to bring it along. It was, after all, physical evidence, far more convincing than the photos on his phone. Photos could be faked, but physical evidence couldn't. If he left these things here, and later used the photos to blackmail Dong Bin, and Dong Bin discovered the clues and realized they were hidden in that old-fashioned cabinet, he could return and destroy the ledgers and transfer the stolen money—that would be a real problem. Thinking this, Lin Yupeng hurriedly opened the cabinet, pulled out the cover, and saw the ledgers and stolen money still intact inside. Relieved, he quickly stuffed the ledgers into the cabinet, put the money in a black plastic bag, and carried it back to the living room. He found his briefcase, put the black plastic bag inside, and thankfully, it could barely fit. Suddenly, his phone rang. Lin Yupeng's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly answered. His secretary, Tang Rui, spoke in a clear, melodious voice on the other end: "Hello, Mr. Lin!" Lin Yupeng smiled and said, "Hello, is there something you need?" Tang Rui paused, her voice full of expectation, "Mr. Lin, are you free tonight?" Lin Yupeng's heart skipped a beat, thinking to himself, "This girl isn't really going to obey her father's orders and come keep me company tonight, is she?" But he had a vague feeling that it wasn't that simple, so he replied in a deep voice, "Yes, I'm free!" "Um..." Tang Rui paused again, and said tentatively, "My father wants to invite you to dinner tonight. He says he has something important to tell you. Can you go?" Lin Yupeng laughed heartily, "Sure! I was just thinking of talking to him!" But in his heart, he thought, "What could Tang Gang possibly want from me? Isn't it just that he wants me to help him get back to his original position? This guy is afraid he can't get me to come, so he's sending his daughter to ask me out." " Thank you, Mr. Lin! 6 PM, Hongyue Pavilion Hotel on Binhai Road!" Tang Rui said happily. Lin Yupeng replied, "Okay, I'll be there on time!" After hanging up, he thought to himself, "Hongyue Pavilion Hotel? Could this be a trap?" Lin Yupeng felt the possibility of Tang Gang inviting him to a "trap" was very low; he figured Tang Gang wouldn't dare! Even if it were a trap, as long as he had Xiang Kui, the cold-blooded killer, by his side, Lin Yupeng was fearless. Suddenly, he remembered an interesting question: "Back then, Xiang Yu set up a 'trap' with a 'Xiang Zhuang's sword dance, his aim was Liu Bang' (a reference to a famous general in Chinese folklore). If Tang Gang dares to set up a 'trap' for me this time, I'll give him a 'Xiang Kui's spear dance, his aim was Tang Gang' (another reference to a famous general in Chinese folklore). It even rhymes! How interesting!" Lin Yupeng returned to the bedroom and found Fang Na still fast asleep. A sweet, happy smile graced her pure and beautiful face, her long, delicate eyelashes fluttering, and her firm, shapely breasts rising and falling—a truly picturesque scene of a sleeping begonia! Fang Na didn't wake up until after 10 a.m. As soon as she opened her eyes, she met Lin Yupeng's gentle, concerned gaze. Her face flushed, and she said apologetically, "I'm sorry, I overslept and didn't make you breakfast!" Lin Yupeng smiled slightly and said softly, "It's alright, I'm not hungry. How are you feeling?" Fang Na's face turned even redder, and she said shyly, "I'm fine, but my body still aches a little. You're so naughty! You've made me feel so uncomfortable!" Lin Yupeng chuckled dryly, "Uncomfortable? It should be comfortable, right?" Fang Na was too shy to look into Lin Yupeng's burning gaze and said coquettishly, "You're so annoying!" But her tone was full of tenderness.

Her body had been secretly modified by Lin Yupeng, making her constitution stronger than that of an average woman. If it were any other woman who had spent a night with Lin Yupeng, it would take at least a day to fully recover. However, Fang Na recovered completely in less than half a day, and her skin, nourished by Lin Yupeng's love, became even whiter and smoother.

At noon, Fang Na cooked lunch. After they finished eating, Lin Yupeng said to Fang Na, "Pack your things, we're moving out today!"

Fang Na was taken aback and asked, "Moving out? Why?"

Lin Yupeng said seriously, "This place isn't safe anymore. Move to my house! And quit your job at the county hospital, I can support you! If you want to work again after a while, I'll arrange something for you!"

Lin Yupeng's words were firm and unyielding. Fang Na had already given herself to him, so she naturally obeyed his words, though a worried look appeared on her pretty face.

Lin Yupeng smiled slightly and gently comforted her, "Don't worry! I'm the vice president of Tianqiong Group now, with an annual salary of 300,000 yuan. Even if you don't look for a job, I can still make sure you live a good life. I plan to buy you a villa in the future."

Fang Na was both surprised and delighted to hear this, and said sweetly, "I don't need any villa! I'm happy as long as I can be with you!"

Lin Yupeng chuckled and said, "Okay! We'll be together every day from now on!"

In the afternoon, Lin Yupeng helped Fang Na pack her clothes and personal belongings, filling a large suitcase. There wasn't much else to take; the furniture in the house belonged to the homeowner.

After packing their luggage, Lin Yupeng and Fang Na left the house they had lived in for less than half a month. Just as they left the community, Fang Na suddenly remembered something and asked sweetly, "Brother Lin, shouldn't we call Teacher Sun to let him know?"

Although she had given herself to Lin Yupeng, her way of addressing him hadn't changed; she still called him "Brother Lin." Her naturally shy and timid personality made it difficult for her to change her address to "husband."

Lin Yupeng said, "Don't tell him yet. We're moving out after only half a month. I'm worried about embarrassing Teacher Sun. Anyway, we've already paid the rent, so we can just hand over the keys when the lease expires. It's not a big deal!"

Fang Na nodded obediently, but Lin Yupeng had other plans in mind—if they were leaving after only half a month, it would definitely arouse Sun Liancheng's suspicion. If he told the landlord, Dong Bin, it would be troublesome.

Lin Yupeng and Fang Na went to the intersection, hailed a taxi, put their luggage in the trunk, and sped off towards Tianhan City. Chapter 157 Tang Gang's Agreement

The car arrived at Lin Yupeng's apartment complex. After paying the fare, Lin Yupeng carried his suitcase, and Fang Na took his briefcase. They went upstairs to their door, Lin Yupeng took out his keys, and the two walked inside side by side. Hearing the door open, bodyguard Xiang Ben immediately stood up alertly. Seeing Lin Yupeng and a strange woman, he glanced at Fang Na with a scrutinizing look. In truth, no matter how beautiful a woman was, she was just a creature to him; protecting his master and obeying all his orders was his duty. Fang Na, seeing Xiang Ben's tall, imposing figure and cold, intimidating expression, especially his sharp, piercing gaze, immediately showed fear on her pretty face. Lin Yupeng quickly explained, "Don't be afraid, honey! He's my personal bodyguard, Xiang Kui. Don't let his fierce appearance fool you; he's actually a very good person and utterly loyal to me!" Even though Fang Na was terrified, Lin Yupeng's call of "honey" melted her heart, and she blushed instantly, a sweet, happy smile playing on her beautiful lips. She secretly glanced at Xiang Kui again; although he looked fierce, he seemed very polite, standing like a javelin in the doorway, looking straight ahead without giving her a second glance. Therefore, her fear of him lessened somewhat. Lin Yupeng pointed at Fang Na and said to Xiang Kui, "Let me introduce you, this is my wife, Fang Na!" Upon hearing this, Xiang Kui glanced at Fang Na again, his cold face expressionless, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes. He nodded slightly, truly treating Fang Na as the mistress of the house. Lin Yupeng's heart stirred: "Sigh, I still have my wife Qin Xue who hasn't returned yet, and now I have another wife. I need to hurry up and get a big house. Hehe, I haven't tasted the flavor of having two wives yet!" Lin Yupeng was n't worried that his two "wives" would be jealous of each other when they met. Fang Na's body and soul belonged to him completely, and given her shy personality, she probably didn't have many thoughts. As for Qin Xue, before she offered herself to him, Lin Yupeng had told her that he would have more than one woman in the future, but he promised he would never abandon her. Qin Xue nodded in agreement, and the two then consummated their relationship. Lin Yupeng put the black plastic bag containing the ledger and hidden money from his briefcase into the lab drawer and locked it. Suddenly remembering that he had an appointment with Tang Gang at 6 pm to have dinner at the Hongyue Pavilion Hotel, he quickly glanced at his watch; it was already 5:30. So he said to Fang Na, "Honey, I have a business dinner tonight. I have to go out for dinner. Let's go now. There's cooked food, fresh vegetables, meat, and eggs in the refrigerator. Make something if you're hungry!" Fang Na nodded obediently, not forgetting to softly remind him, "Be careful on the road, and don't drink too much!" Lin Yupeng chuckled and nodded, thinking to himself, "Your husband can drink a lot, and besides, I'm not going to drink this time. I want to see what Tang Gang is up to!" He lingered with Fang Na for a while, then left home with Xiang Kui and got into... The Audi sedan headed straight for the Hongyue Pavilion Hotel on Binhai Road. Binhai Road in Tianhan City is located in the Dongwan District, parallel to Xihai Road where the Tianqiong Group is located. It's the heart of Tianhan City and a very bustling area. The Hongyue Pavilion Hotel is located in the middle of Binhai Road, serving Cantonese cuisine and seafood. It has two floors and business is booming. Lin Yupeng and Xiang Kui arrived at the entrance of the Hongyue Pavilion Hotel. As soon as they got out of the car, they saw Tang Gang standing at the hotel entrance. Behind him stood a man in his early thirties, tall and thin, with a fair complexion, piercing eyes, and bulging temples, suggesting he had practiced martial arts. Lin Yupeng didn't recognize the man, but his first impression was good; he seemed shrewd and capable. Upon seeing Lin Yupeng, Tang Gang's eyes lit up, and he ran over, saying respectfully, "Mr. Lin! Hello, welcome!" At this moment, the tall, thin man also walked over, smiled slightly at Lin Yupeng, and said respectfully, "Mr. Lin, hello!" Tang Gang pointed to the skilled man beside him and said to Lin Yupeng, " Mr. Lin, let me introduce you! This is Duan Wei, the captain of my company's security team!" A glint flashed in Lin Yupeng's eyes. He warmly shook hands with Duan Wei and smiled, "Hello! It's a pleasure to meet you!" At this moment, Tang Gang said, "Mr. Lin, please come with me! I've already booked a private room!" "Okay!" Lin Yupeng nodded. He and Tang Gang went first, followed by Duan Wei and Xiang Kui, and the four of them entered the Red Moon Pavilion Hotel. Passing through the lobby on the first floor, they saw that it was packed with guests, and business was booming. They estimated that there would be a queue for food soon. Lin Yupeng followed Tang Gang to a private room on the second floor. Tang Gang invited Lin Yupeng to sit in the main seat, while he sat to the side to keep him company. Security captain Duan Wei sat next to Tang Gang. Lin Yupeng glanced at Xiang Kui behind him and gestured for him to sit in the empty seat to his left. After Xiang Kui sat down, his eyes flashed with a cold, sharp light as he scrutinized Tang Gang and Duan Wei. Tang Gang felt a chill run down his spine when he met Xiang Kui's icy gaze, thinking to himself, "Where did Lin Yupeng find such a fierce person as a bodyguard?" Duan Wei, on the other hand, remained calm, smiled slightly at Xiang Kui, and nodded.

The waitress handed over the menu, which Tang Gang respectfully gave to Lin Yupeng. Lin Yupeng glanced at it; even the cheapest dish was over 100 yuan. He ordered braised sea cucumber with scallions, one of his favorites, and also Wuhua raw fish sashimi, specially ordered for Xiang Kui. The preparation involved slicing raw fish into thin pieces, drying them on a bamboo sieve, then soaking them in ginger, garlic, and white vinegar to remove any fishy smell. With various seasonings, it was ready to eat—delicious and unforgettable.

After Lin Yupeng finished ordering, he handed the menu to Tang Gang, who then ordered over a dozen more dishes, filling the table.

Once the food and drinks were served, Tang Gang poured a glass for both Lin Yupeng and himself, then raised his glass with a beaming smile, saying to Lin Yupeng, "Mr. Lin, I'd like to toast you! Thank you for saving me from imprisonment! Words cannot express my gratitude; I'll drink this first as a sign of respect!"

With that, Tang Gang downed the drink in one gulp. Lin Yupeng also picked up his wine glass and drank it all, then gently placed it on the table. He stared intently at Tang Gang and said in a deep voice, "Old Tang, your daughter said you invited me to dinner today because you have something important to tell me. What is it?"

Tang Gang smiled and said, "Don't rush! Mr. Lin, let's drink and eat first, and talk while we eat!"

Lin Yupeng's face darkened, and he said coldly, "You should tell me first! I don't like people beating around the bush with me; I'll speak frankly!"
Tang Gang put his chopsticks on the table and said seriously, "Mr. Lin probably guesses that I'm here to ask you to help me get back to my original position, right? Actually, it's not entirely about that!" Lin

Yupeng laughed heartily upon hearing this, "Oh? Not entirely about that? Then what is it about?" Tang Gang smiled mysteriously and said in a deep voice, "Mr. Lin has been kind to me, and I can't hide it from you!" "To be honest, although I'm suspended, I still hold the reins of Jiakang Company. That acting general manager, Yu Dongming, and I have a life-or-death bond. It makes no difference whether he's the general manager or I are." "Oh? So you mean you don't want to be reinstated and want to retire behind the scenes?" Lin Yupeng asked in a deep voice. "No, that's not it. As the saying goes, there are no permanent friends or enemies. I still want to regain my position as soon as possible, lest things get complicated!" Lin Yupeng sneered, "You haven't told me what you're after yet!" Tang Gang's eyes flashed with a shrewd light, and he smiled mysteriously, whispering, "I have a deal. If it goes well, making a hundred thousand or so won't be a problem. I want to invite President Lin to work with me!" Lin Yupeng's eyes lit up, and he pressed on in a deep voice, "Oh? What deal? I'll do anything that benefits me!" Tang Gang chuckled and leaned closer, whispering, " I know Yang Yue has a secret batch of weapons hidden in a secret warehouse at Changyun Logistics Company. It includes pistols, automatic rifles, shotguns, rocket launchers, and small rockets. If you're willing, Mr. Lin, we can get those weapons and resell them for a hefty profit!" Lin Yupeng hadn't expected this. His mind raced, thinking, "What does Tang Gang mean by telling me this? Why doesn't he get the weapons himself? Why drag me into it? Is Zhang Yueran sending him to test me?" Maintaining a calm facade, Lin Yupeng scrutinized Tang Gang and sneered, "Old Tang, I'm a little confused. Since you know why you don't get these weapons yourself, you can't possibly lack the ability, right? Why drag me into it?" Tang Gang's face was stern, and he said earnestly, " President Lin, you once saved me, and I want to repay you. If this deal goes through, we'll make at least a million. It all depends on whether you dare to do it! If you dare, I'll follow you!" After a pause, his eyes gleamed, and he continued sincerely, "Although you're much younger than me, I can see that you're far more capable than a clumsy person like me. Tianqiong Group will eventually be yours, and I'll definitely rise to prominence with you! I know my own limitations; I can't even manage a small company properly, and I was forcibly acquired by Zhang Yueran, suffering constant pressure. You're different. You've only been at Tianqiong Group for less than a month, and you've already brought down Yang Yue and become the vice president. You're a genius; following you is definitely the right choice! Besides, I've entrusted my own daughter to you; you should trust me!" Seeing Tang Gang's confident and sincere tone, Lin Yupeng, observing his expression but finding nothing amiss, remained cautious and said, "We should report this to President Zhang. It's not good for us to act unilaterally, is it?" Tang Gang, looking anxious, replied, "No! If President Zhang finds out, will we still benefit? Those weapons will fall into his hands, and we won't get a single penny! Zhang Yueran is a rather strange person. Anyone he doesn't like, no matter how outstanding, won't be valued by him. And I just happened to have a very bad impression on him, so I had no choice but to side with Yang Yue. As a result, Yang Yue fell from power, and I was implicated and almost went to jail. Actually, the charges against me were all fabricated. Saying I embezzled company assets—isn't that a joke? Jiakang Company was originally mine; it was forcibly acquired by Zhang Yueran! The acquisition price was so low it was practically robbery!" Lin Yupeng's eyes flashed, and he asked coldly, "Is that so? I'm the one who brought down Yang Yue. You're one of Yang Yue's men, don't you hate me?" Tang Gang laughed heartily and said, "President Lin! You're too kind of a joker. Yang Yue was just using me. As the saying goes, 'A wise man submits to circumstances.' President Lin, you're young, decisive, courageous, and capable. I'll have a better future following you! Don't hesitate, this is an opportunity not to be missed!" Lin Yupeng pondered for a moment and said, "I can do this with you, but I think it's best if we don't keep it from President Zhang. After all, President Zhang has been kind to me, and I don't want to do anything to betray him!" Tang Gang's eyes lit up, and he smiled and said, "I know President Lin is a grateful person. If we sell this batch of weapons, we can give him half the money, and that way you won't feel guilty." Lin Yupeng agreed, "Yes, that's true! You said that batch of weapons is hidden in Changyun Logistics Company?" He thought to himself, "Last time I followed Liu Sheng and Cui Lei, they were hiding in Changyun Logistics!" Tang Gang said, "Yes, in Changyun Logistics Company!" The boss behind their company is the notorious gangster boss of Tianhan City, known in the underworld as "Big Long." He has six brothers, collectively known as the "Seven Dragons of Tianhan." It's said that Long Qi was killed by the police, leaving only six dragons. Big Long and Yang Yue have a close relationship, which is why Yang Yue hid this batch of weapons at Changyun Logistics Company. Very few people know about this, and I am one of them.” Upon hearing this, Lin Yupeng thought to himself, “So the boss behind Changyun Logistics Company is Big Long. That Long Qi was the ‘Little Seven’ who was shot by the police in the shantytown that day. It seems his injuries were too severe, and he died! Long San has already been killed by Xiang Kui. Now, the so-called ‘Seven Dragons of Tianhan’ are actually only five left. What dragons? I'll make them turn into worms—dead worms!” Thinking of this, Lin Yupeng asked in a deep voice, “Is that Big Long at Changyun Logistics?” Tang Gang said, " I've investigated everything. Long Da recently got into trouble, and the police are after him. He's not at Changyun Logistics right now. His only subordinate, Long Si, is the security captain at the company, with about seven or eight men under him, each armed with weapons!" Lin Yupeng asked, "How many men do you have?" Tang Gang replied, "My company's security team, including Captain Duan, has eleven people in total." Lin Yupeng continued, "How many guns do they have?" Tang Gang said, "Three guns in total. The rest are equipped with batons and machetes. To be honest, their strength is a bit weaker than Changyun's, but I've investigated everything. Changyun is very lax at night. Their security team often slacks off, and those who remain are usually drunk, careless, and have little ability to defend themselves!"

Lin Yupeng pondered, "We need to make a meticulous plan, just in case! When do you think would be a good time to act?"

Tang Gang said, "I think the sooner the better. Things are tense lately, and I'm worried that the Dragon Assembly will notify people to move the weapons."

Lin Yupeng nodded

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his eyes gleaming, and said in a deep voice, "Okay, let's set it for tonight then!

I need to plan this carefully!"

Tang Gang smiled, "Let's eat first! We can discuss this further after we finish eating."

So everyone fell silent and began eating in silence, each lost in their own thoughts. The security captain, Duan Wei, hadn't uttered a single word, but Lin Yupeng noticed a glint in his eyes, a cold glint flashing within them; he seemed to be a ruthless character.

After dinner, Tang Gang paid the bill and suggested going to his company to discuss the plan for acquiring this batch of secret weapons. Lin Yupeng agreed. Xiang Kui drove Lin Yupeng, and Tang Gang got into his Mazda sedan. The two cars drove one after the other towards Jiakang Medical Equipment Company.

On the way home, Lin Yupeng called Fang Na to tell her he had something to do and couldn't go back that night, asking her not to worry. Fang Na rarely asked about Lin Yupeng's affairs, and after giving him a few instructions, she hung up.

It was Sunday, a day off, so apart from a team of security guards, there were almost no other employees at Jiakang Company. Upon arriving at Jiakang Company, Lin Yupeng and Xiang Kui got out of the car and followed Tang Gang and Duan Wei to the general manager's office.

Tang Gang's general manager's office was much simpler than Lin Yupeng's vice president's office. The white walls were unfinished, and while the room was spacious and bright, it contained little more than a sofa, a desk, a swivel chair, and a water dispenser.

Tang Gang led Lin Yupeng to the general manager's seat. Xiang Kui stood behind Lin Yupeng, his face stern, his eyes gleaming. Tang Gang and Duan Wei sat on the sofa.

After Lin Yupeng sat down, he glanced at the sofa and suddenly realized that it was too old-fashioned, seemingly older than him. Large areas of it were faded, and one of the legs was broken in half, propped up with two bricks.

Lin Yupeng chuckled inwardly, "Is Tang Gang really that poor? This shabby sofa wouldn't even be picked up if you threw it on the street! Is he just putting on an act?"

His gaze then fell on the swivel chair he was sitting in, noticing that the two armrests were different colors, clearly added later.

"Xiao Duan! Pour Mr. Lin a cup of tea!" Tang Gang ordered.

Duan Wei got up, brewed a pot of tea for Lin Yupeng, placed it on the desk in front of him, and poured him a cup.
Lin Yupeng noticed a chipped tooth in the teacup, but it was quite clean. Tang Gang, seeing the odd expression on Lin Yupeng's face, knew what he was thinking and sighed deeply with a bitter expression, "Sigh! Mr. Lin, please bear with it for now. My office wasn't originally this shabby! It's all because of recent losses, and Tianqiong Group isn't providing funding. All 200-plus employees haven't been paid for months. We can't just starve, can we? I had to sell all the valuables in my house and the office furnishings to barely pay my employees for a month. Everything in the office now is from the secondhand market."

Lin Yupeng was skeptical of Tang Gang's words, but his main concern wasn't whether Tang Gang was truly poor, but how to obtain that batch of weapons. Lin Yupeng was eager to expand his power and had to take risks! Tang Gang could be put to use. If what he said was true, and he acquired millions of dollars worth of weapons as capital, Lin Yupeng's strength would increase exponentially. If Tang Gang was sent by Zhang Yueran to test him, Lin Yupeng could say that reselling weapons was illegal, and that he wanted to convert the weapons into cash and hand them over to Zhang Yueran. The risk was that Lin Yupeng would have to do it himself. This would sound plausible, and although Zhang Yueran would become suspicious of Lin Yupeng, he wouldn't have a good excuse to punish him.

Lin Yupeng sat in his swivel chair, deep in thought for a while. He glanced at his watch; it was already past 8 p.m. He said to Tang Gang, "I think we should start the operation at 3 a.m. tonight. Everyone involved will be masked with black cloth and nylon stockings. We'll pretend to be repairing the sewers, trick them into opening the gate, subdue the guard, and force him to reveal the location of the armory. We'll then take everything inside. What do you all think?"

Tang Gang laughed heartily, "That's a great idea! Mr. Lin is indeed a cut above the rest!"

Lin Yupeng chuckled and said in a deep voice, "You take two security guards and keep watch outside. Duan Wei, Xiang Kui, and I will lead the remaining security guards straight to the armory. We'll take several trucks to load the weapons and temporarily hide them in your company."

Tang Gang nodded in agreement. He and Lin Yupeng carefully considered the details to ensure everything went smoothly. After discussing for over an hour, the final plan was decided. Duan Wei went downstairs to gather the security guards for preparation, while Lin Yupeng, Xiang Kui, and Tang Gang stayed in the office.

Tang Gang sat on the sofa, silently smoking, while Lin Yupeng rested with his eyes closed in a swivel chair. After a while, he remembered something, opened his eyes, and smiled at Tang Gang, saying, "Old Tang, haven't you always wanted to get back to your original position? I think it's not difficult!"

Tang Gang's eyes lit up, and he asked with delight, "What should I do?"

Lin Yupeng said, "If our deal goes through this time, you can bribe Tong Yu. I think he carries a lot of weight with Zhang Yueran! Meanwhile, you can organize your company's employees to stage a sit-in protest at the Tianqiong Group headquarters, demanding your reinstatement. And isn't that acting general manager, Yu Dongming, your good friend? You can also persuade him to ask Zhang Yueran to resign from his position as acting general manager. With these three measures combined, I think Zhang Yueran will definitely reinstate you under pressure!"

Tang Gang smiled and said, "Thank you, Mr. Lin is very thoughtful!"

Time slowly passed. Lin Yupeng remained calm and composed, while Tang Gang became increasingly impatient, constantly checking his watch.

At 2 a.m., the office door opened, and Duan Wei walked in, followed by two security guards in camouflage uniforms, carrying two packages.

Duan Wei nodded to Tang Gang first, then walked to Lin Yupeng and respectfully said, "Mr. Lin! Everything is ready!"

Lin Yupeng carefully sized up Duan Wei, noticing his calm expression, bright eyes, and powerful voice, which seemed more commanding than Tang Gang's.

"This Duan Wei is really something!" Lin Yupeng thought to himself.

He stood up, carefully examined Duan Wei and the security guards behind him, and said in a deep voice, "Are the masks ready?"

Duan Wei nodded, took a package from one of the security guards, and pulled out a brand-new nylon sock with two holes cut in it. Lin Yupeng took the package and looked at it, nodding in satisfaction. He

then said, "Prepare three more sets of these camouflage uniforms you're wearing, old ones are fine too!" Duan Wei's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and he said in a deep voice, "They're ready!" He then took a package from another security guard and took out three sets of camouflage uniforms. Lin Yupeng's eyes showed approval as he smiled and took the clothes, distributing them to Xiang Kui and Tang Gang. The three of them changed into the uniforms in the office, leaving their original clothes temporarily in Tang Gang's office. After changing, Lin Yupeng took out his Browning pistol and ammunition pouch from the clothes he had taken off. He had used up 10 bullets in the fight with Peng Hongliang's group yesterday. The pistol had a 15-round capacity, so he took out the magazine, added 10 more bullets, and put them in his pocket. "Let's go!" After everyone was ready, Lin Yupeng gave the order. Upon arriving at Jiakang Company's main playground, one sees a team of security guards standing neatly in the center, with three large trucks and a minivan parked beside them, all using fake license plates.

Lin Yupeng glanced at the security guards, then said to Tang Gang, "You and I will ride in that van!" He then told Duan Wei, "You take the security guards to those three trucks. Once you reach the Changyun Logistics entrance, immediately put on your masks. Proceed according to plan!"

"Understood!" Duan Wei nodded firmly.

Lin Yupeng and Tang Gang got into the van, driven by Xiang Kui, and followed Duan Wei and the security team in their three trucks out of Jiakang Company's gate.

Jiakang Company's security team had sent eight people for this operation, making ten including Captain Tang Gang and Duan Wei. Two additional security guards stayed behind to guard the premises, and all three of the company's guns were brought.

It was past 2 a.m., the time when there were the fewest cars on the road, and people were most relaxed about their security.

Four vehicles pulled up one after another at the gate of Changyun Logistics Company. Lin Yupeng glanced at his watch; it was almost 3 a.m. He took out three masks and distributed them to Tang Gang and Xiang Kui, then put one on himself. He then gestured to Duan Wei, who was parked next to him in a car. Duan Wei jumped out of the car first, followed by the eight security guards he had brought, all wearing masks. Two of them were on guard duty.

Duan Wei, his mask on, revealed a sharp glint in his eyes. He pulled a Type 54 pistol from his pocket, darted to the gate, and began banging on the large iron gate of Changyun Logistics Company.

After about five minutes of banging, a man yawned and cursed as he walked to the gate—probably the company's night watchman.

"Damn it! Who is it? Are you still asleep? What are you doing banging on the gate in the middle of the night?" the watchman grumbled.

"Excuse me, I'm from the city drainage company, here to repair the sewers!" Duan Wei said in a thick country accent.

"Damn it! You've got the wrong place! Our sewers aren't broken! Besides, why don't you come in the morning? What are you doing repairing in the middle of the night?" The night watchman sounded very impatient.

"Someone reported a problem! They said there's a sewer leaking foul water. Customer first, right? Just open the door and we'll check, won't we?" Duan Wei explained patiently.

"Damn it! I told you there's nothing wrong, but you don't believe me. If there's nothing wrong after the inspection, I'll definitely sue you for disturbing the peace!" The night watchman cursed as he opened the large iron gate.

Just as he cracked the door open, Duan Wei kicked it open, grabbed the night watchman who had opened it, lifted him up like a chicken, pointed the gun at his forehead, and shouted sternly, "Don't make a sound! Make a sound and I'll shoot you dead!"

The night watchman, who looked to be in his early fifties, had never seen anything like this in his life. Seeing the masked man before him, whose eyes exuded murderous intent, his earlier arrogance vanished, and he trembled with fear.

"I'm asking you, how many people are in the company right now, and where are they?" Duan Wei asked coldly.

"Good sir, have mercy! There are five of us besides me, all in the security guard's duty room inside!" the night watchman said, his face ashen and his voice trembling.

"Is your captain, Long Si, inside?" Duan Wei asked.

"No, he took two brothers to a nightclub tonight."

"Damn it, he got lucky! I heard you have a shipment of weapons here, do you know where they're hidden?" Duan Wei asked coldly.

"Sir, I don't know, you'll have to ask the security guards inside..." the watchman stammered.

"You fucking lying, aren't you? I'll shoot you dead!" Duan Wei's eyes flashed with ferocity as he spoke menacingly.

The watchman, terrified, lost control of his bladder and bowels, trembling as he begged for mercy, "Good sir, I really don't know! I'm just a watchman, all I know is to keep watch, I really don't know anything else!"

After his intimidation, Duan Wei knew he wouldn't get anything out of the watchman. Suddenly, he smelled a foul odor, glanced at the ground, and saw the watchman dripping water down his trousers—he'd wet himself in fear.

Duan Wei hissed, "You fucking call yourself a man!" With that, he struck the watchman hard on the back of the head with the butt of his gun.

The watchman groaned, his eyes rolled back, and he immediately lost consciousness.

Lin Yupeng had instructed him beforehand not to kill unless absolutely necessary, and Duan Wei didn't want to get his hands dirty, so he shot the watchman unconscious.

Lin Yupeng and Xiang Kui had already gotten out of the car, while Tang Gang directed two security guards to keep watch outside.

Duan Wei walked up to Lin Yupeng and whispered, "Long Si isn't here, but there are five security guards in the duty room!"

A sharp glint flashed in Lin Yupeng's eyes, and he said coldly, "Go to the duty room! Be quick!"

"Understood!" Duan Wei replied in a deep voice.

Lin Yupeng gestured for Xiang Kui to leave the Changyun Company gate slightly ajar, then followed Duan Wei and the six security guards rushing towards the duty room.

The group quietly crept to the door of the duty room and saw that the lights were on inside, but

they could hear snoring coming from inside. Lin Yupeng gave a signal, ordering Duan Wei to act quickly. Duan Wei, holding a gun, kicked out, and with a crack, the wooden door covered with iron was deformed, demonstrating his considerable leg strength.

The door wasn't locked to begin with, and Duan Wei kicked it open instantly. He leaped into the room and found it quite spacious. There were two beds, four people lying on the bunk beds, shirtless and wearing only shorts. Another person was lying on the sofa. A dozen empty beer bottles and some leftover snacks were on the table.

The five security guards, startled by the loud noise, sat up abruptly. Before they could react, Duan Wei and six other guards confronted them with knives and guns.

Xiang Kui's eyes flashed coldly as he scanned the room. From under the beds, he pulled five guns from the guards' pockets—a Type 54 pistol, a shotgun, and a revolver—and placed them on the table.

"

Damn

it! What are you doing?" The guard lying on the sofa, presumably the leader, remained calm and asked coldly.

"You damned ancestor!" Duan Wei said viciously, pressing his hand against the man's forehead.

"Brother, let's talk this out! Our Brother Long is the most loyal, we can discuss any grudges!" The leader, being more sensible, softened his attitude.

"I heard you've hidden a batch of weapons here, where is it?" Duan Wei asked sharply.

"I...I don't know!" the leader stammered.

A fierce glint flashed in Duan Wei's eyes, and he suddenly extended his two fingers and poked the leader's chest three times. Apparently, he hit a pressure point, and the leader's face turned ashen, his muscles contorted, and he screamed like a pig being slaughtered.

"Tell me where it is!" Duan Wei asked coldly again.

"I really don't know..." Before he could finish speaking, the leader screamed again, cold sweat pouring down his face. It turned out that Duan Wei had just removed the bone ring from his left arm.

"If you don't tell me, I'll chop you into eight pieces today!" Duan Wei said sternly.

"Spare me! I'll talk, I'll talk!" The leader grimaced in pain, knowing he was doomed if he didn't tell the truth.

Lin Yupeng thought to himself, "This Duan Wei is really something! He has so many ways to deal with people!"

"Where is it?" Duan Wei asked coldly.

"I'll take you... Boss, could you put this on my arm?" the leader said with a pained expression.

Duan Wei grabbed his left arm, straightened it, and lifted it up, putting the bone ring on him. Then he said to his security guards, "Tie up those four lads with rope, gag them, and stuff them under the bed!"

"Understood!" The security guards found the ropes they had prepared beforehand and tied up the four Changyun security guards, excluding the foreman, tightly. They fastened the ropes three times on the left and three times on the right, causing the men to grimace and beg for mercy. They only fell silent after their mouths were gagged with burlap and they were stuffed under the bed.

Lin Yupeng had been coldly observing Duan Wei's actions without saying a word. As he had expected, Duan Wei was highly capable, resourceful, decisive, and meticulous. If he could recruit him in the future, he would definitely be his right-hand man.

After everything was settled, Duan Wei glanced at Lin Yupeng, who nodded, indicating that they could proceed to the next step of the plan. Duan Wei then led the foreman out of the duty room and, as he was directed, to the warehouse entrance.

"He's hiding here?" Duan Wei asked coldly.

"Yes!" the foreman replied.

"Take out the key and open the door, quickly! Don't dawdle!" Duan Wei shouted sternly.

The leader, his hands trembling, immediately opened the warehouse door. It was pitch black inside. One of Duan Wei's security guards, who had a flashlight, came in handy, sending several blinding beams of light in. Lin Yupeng peered into the warehouse and saw it filled with containers of various sizes. He suddenly remembered using small flying insects to track Liu Sheng and Cui Lei to Changyun Company; they had entered the basement beneath this warehouse to meet Long Da. Could the weapons be hidden in that basement?

Duan Wei held a gun to the leader's throat and asked coldly, "Where are the weapons hidden?"

The leader pointed to a wooden crate at the very back and said, "Turn that crate half a circle to the left, and a tunnel entrance will appear below. Go down to a secret room; the weapons are hidden there!"

Duan Wei ordered a security guard to move the crate as instructed. The ground split open on both sides, revealing a tunnel entrance.

Lin Yupeng signaled Xiang Kui to stay above, while he and Duan Wei, along with six security guards, entered the secret passage and arrived at the door of the secret room.

The foreman took out a key and opened the steel door. Inside, there were two beds, a sofa, a table, a bamboo chair, and three particularly conspicuous wooden crates.

Duan Wei led the foreman to the crates and ordered the security guards beside him to open all three crates. Lin Yupeng also came over, his eyes lighting up as he looked inside the crates!

The first crate contained sixty or seventy pistols of various models, including domestically produced military and police pistols as well as foreign brand-name pistols. The second crate was filled with ammunition, including pistol ammunition, rifle ammunition, and submachine gun ammunition, as well as six small rocket launchers.

Lin Yupeng's gaze then fell on the third crate, and his face lit up with surprise. Inside were 15 German MP5 submachine guns and 10 large-caliber shotguns, as well as two rocket launchers.

He thought to himself, "These weapons are enough to equip a reinforced company. No wonder Long Da's gang is so well-equipped! Last time in the shantytown, they even suppressed the police's firepower. Heh heh, this time I'll take them all out!"

Just then, he heard a scream. Lin Yupeng's heart skipped a beat. He turned around and saw that Duan Wei had knocked the leader unconscious with a single shot.

"Carry these three boxes upstairs!" Duan Wei ordered. His six security guards rolled up their sleeves and hurriedly carried the three boxes out of the basement and into the warehouse upstairs.

Lin Yupeng and Duan Wei crawled out of the tunnel. Lin Yupeng said to Duan Wei, "You two wait here. I'll call someone outside to drive in and pick up the goods!"

Duan Wei nodded. Lin Yupeng turned and quickly walked out of the warehouse. He went to the door, opened both large iron gates, and whispered to Tang Gang, who was keeping watch outside, "Bring in a truck to pick up the goods!" Tang Gang nodded in agreement and ordered a security guard outside to drive a truck into Changyun Company. A short while later, the truck came out again, carrying the three wooden crates full of weapons, covered with a large black cloth.

"Go! Back to the company!" After giving the order, Lin Yupeng got into the van. Then, Duan Wei directed the security guards to get into the truck, start the engine, and drive towards Jiakang Company.

"President Lin, I'm impressed! This deal was really well done, very efficient!" Tang Gang praised Lin Yupeng highly.

Lin Yupeng's eyes flashed with a cold light, and he said calmly, "Duan Wei has done a great job to make this deal go so smoothly. Your security captain is indeed capable!"

Tang Gang smiled smugly, "That's right, Duan Wei is always very reliable!

President Lin, what do you plan to do with these three batches of weapons?"

Lin Yupeng said in a deep voice, "It's best not to rush to sell them. They might come in handy in the future. Do you have a safe place to hide the weapons?"

Tang Gang laughed heartily, "Of course I do! Changyun has an underground secret room, so why shouldn't I? I'm the only one with the key to my basement, so it's very safe!"

Lin Yupeng nodded. At this moment, the convoy had already entered Jiakang Company. His heart finally settled down, and he was secretly delighted that this operation had gone so smoothly to obtain so many weapons! Although it involved a great risk, Lin Yupeng believed that to do great things, one had to take some risks, just like investing in stocks, where risk and return are proportional.

Chapter 162 The Acquisition

Plan

Tang Gang ordered his men to hide the weapons in a secret basement beneath the garage. It was almost 5 a.m., and the sky was beginning to lighten. After a night of work, the mission was finally accomplished, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief. "President Lin, come and rest in my lounge!" Tang Gang said with a smile.

"Okay!" Lin Yupeng responded, and together with his bodyguard Xiang Kui, followed Tang Gang to the general manager's office. He removed the black nylon stocking mask he was wearing and took off his camouflage uniform.

"Collect all the clothes and masks you wore today and burn them! Also, destroy the fake license plates on those four cars!" Lin Yupeng ordered.

"Understood!" Tang Gang replied in a deep voice.

Lin Yupeng sat down in the swivel chair behind his desk and closed his eyes to rest. Xiang Kui stood behind him like a javelin, while Tang Gang sat on the sofa smoking.

Lin Yupeng pondered, "With this batch of weapons, I have another card to play! I must quickly cultivate my own power. Tang Gang seems obedient to me on the surface, but it's hard to say if he's truly loyal. And Duan Wei isn't simple either. How can I control them? Sigh, I don't have the money to buy new memory chips to modify people's brains, so I have to think of other ways."

Lin Yupeng sat in his office until after 7 a.m., then left Jiakang Company with Xiang Kui, driving his Audi straight to Tianqiong Group for work.

After passing through security, they arrived at the vice president's office. Lin Yupeng arrived early today; Xiao Ru hadn't arrived yet.

He sat down in the luxurious swivel chair, calculating how to quickly cultivate his power, because time was running out. He knew Zhang Yueran would definitely make a showdown soon, forcing him to take over Yang Yue's position in drug production and trafficking. How would he respond then?

The thought of Tianqiong Group secretly manufacturing and trafficking drugs reminded Lin Yupeng that the police were already monitoring them. Just a few days ago, Ruan Yihong had asked him to be a special intelligence agent, to gather some convincing evidence.

Lin Yupeng's gaze inadvertently fell on Xiaoru's seat… Suddenly, a terrifying thought flashed through his mind! – Could Xiaoru be an undercover police officer?

Lin Yupeng was naturally suspicious, and Xiaoru was skilled with a gun and agile; it was indeed possible she was an undercover police officer. His eyes darted around, and a plan formed in his mind. He could use his suspicion of Xiaoru to test Zhang Yueran, perhaps obtaining more detailed information about her.

A while later, Secretary Xiaoru arrived at work, greeted Lin Yupeng, and gracefully walked past him, a sweet fragrance wafting through the air.

Lin Yupeng glanced at the alluring and beautiful Xiao Ru a few times, still savoring the memory of that intoxicating kiss in the break room that day! How wonderful it would be if Xiao Ru were his!

Lin Yupeng spent his morning wandering around, as Zhang Yueran had called and asked him to inspect the four departments under his supervision to check on employee work, especially any violations such as using company computers for chatting or playing games online.

He inspected the departments but found nothing wrong, then called Zhang Yueran to report, thus concluding his morning's work.

After lunch, just as the afternoon workday began, Lin Yupeng's phone rang again. It was Lang Zikun from the president's office.

"Meeting at 2 PM in conference room 2232!" Lang Zikun said calmly.

"Okay, got it, thanks!" Lin Yupeng replied politely, a question that had been lingering in his mind for a long time suddenly popping up: "Is this Lang Zikun really that porn director called Brother Kun? His voice really does sound like him!"

After hanging up the phone, he sat for a while longer, and around 2 PM, he got up and left his office for conference room 2232.

There stood Qin Xi guarding the door, with two security guards beside him. Seeing Lin Yupeng arrive, they immediately greeted him with a smile: "Mr. Lin! Hello!"

"Little Qin, haha, has Mr. Zhang arrived yet?" Lin Yupeng asked politely.

"Not yet, please go inside and wait for him!" Qin Xi smiled.

After Lin Yupeng entered the conference room, he saw that Vice President Zhong Yu and Xu Weiguo were already seated. He smiled and nodded to them as a greeting, then sat down next to Tong Yu. After a while, Zhang Yueran, President of Tianqiong Group, and Lang Zikun, Director of the President's Office, walked in from outside. Tong Yu, Xu Weiguo, and Lin Yupeng stood up simultaneously and bowed in unison, saying, "Good morning, President Zhang!"

Zhang Yueran's expression remained cold and serious. He nodded to them, then sat down in the main seat, with Lang Zikun sitting to his side.

There were only five people attending this meeting. Besides Lin Yupeng, the other four were members of the Tianqiong Group's board of directors, which only had five members. The other person was naturally the mysterious Chairman Jin, who never showed his face and was so enigmatic that people doubted his existence.

Usually, when holding such high-level leadership meetings, the table was empty. There were never any tea or mineral water or similar drinks. Even if they were, no one dared to drink them; it was just for show, so it was better not to have any at all.

Zhang Yueran's cold and sharp gaze swept across the faces of the four people present. Everyone sat upright, their expressions serious, not daring to slack off in the slightest. The room was silent, with only the hum of the air conditioner audible.

After a long pause, Zhang Yueran spoke up: "The reason I've called everyone here today is to discuss the acquisition of the Xinhang Hotel. A couple of days ago, I sent a representative to have a preliminary discussion with the hotel's general manager. He asked for 120 million RMB; anything less is out of the question. What do you all think?"

Tong Yu's small eyes darted around, and he chuckled dryly, "Mr. Zhang, I don't think it's worth that much! I've already found out. The decommissioned aircraft carrier that houses the Xinhang Hotel is just a small Russian aircraft carrier built after World War II; it's not nuclear-powered. It was sold very cheaply after being decommissioned. The Xinhang Hotel's decor is a notch below our Meidu Hotel. I think we could acquire it for 100 million."

Zhang Yueran nodded, looked at Xu Weiguo, and said in a deep voice, "Mr. Xu, what's your opinion?"

Xu Weiguo replied, "Mr. Tong has already pushed the price down... " "20 million? I'm afraid the Xinhang Hotel won't agree. Their business has always been booming. I don't think 120 million is a high price!"

Zhang Yueran then looked at Lin Yupeng and asked with a smile, "Brother Lin, what's your opinion?"

Lin Yupeng laughed and said, "I don't have much experience in acquiring hotels, so I don't have any opinions for now. I'm just thinking, should we use the Xinhang Hotel for commercial purposes or as a hospitality hotel like the Meidu Hotel?"

Zhang Yueran said, "I plan to use it as a hospitality hotel and rename it Meihua Hotel." In his heart, he thought, "This Lin Yupeng not only didn't offer any opinions, but he also asked me a question." Tong Yu, standing to the side, had his small eyes shining brightly, his

face showing anger, and he said hatefully, "Damn it, I don't believe we can't get it for 100 million? Are they trying to extort us ?" "Money won't do, buddy! Isn't the Xinhang Hotel doing well? In a couple of days, I'll get a bunch of guys to smash all the windows, shut them down for a few days, and give them a taste of their own medicine!" Tong Yu's voice grew louder and louder, a hoarse, shrill sound like a crow's cawing, extremely irritating. He continued, "Damn it, if that doesn't work, I'll send a few more men to eat there, secretly mixing flies and bedbugs into their food, then pretending to find them, saying their food is unsanitary. We have connections in the health bureau and the industry and commerce bureau; they'll be investigating them every day, causing chaos. Let's see if the Xinhang Hotel can still stay in business then! If they don't sell to our Tianqiong Group, they can just wait to go bankrupt, hehe!" Tong Yu spoke eloquently, using some underhanded tactics. Lin Yupeng cursed inwardly, "This kid is not only lecherous and foul-mouthed, but also full of wicked schemes!" A glint flashed in Zhang Yueran's eyes. Zhang Yueran said to Tong Yu in a deep voice, "You should avoid using these methods unless absolutely necessary. We're a large corporation, not a criminal organization. It's always best to try diplomacy first." Tong Yu chuckled dryly, "President Zhang, these women are all very shrewd these days. Can you reason with them? You have to play dirty tricks. If all else fails, I'll use my charm to get the female general manager of the Xinhang Hotel. Then she'll be mine, and the hotel will be ours! Haha!" Lin Yupeng felt nauseous. If he hadn't already digested his breakfast, he might have vomited on the spot. He cursed inwardly, "Pah! Tong Yu! You think you can use your charm? Look at you, like a rat that's become a spirit!" Zhang Yueran gave Tong Yu a cold glance, his eyes filled with reproach, implying that he had gone too far. What kind of occasion was this? What a joke! Seeing Zhang Yueran's unperturbed expression, Tong Yu's earlier arrogance subsided somewhat. He sat down, his eyes darting around, seemingly lost in thought. Zhang Yueran's gaze fell on Lin Yupeng, scrutinizing him for a moment before smiling and saying, "Brother Lin, I think it's best if you handle the negotiations with Xinhang Hotel. As far as I know, you and the general manager of Xinhang Hotel are about the same age, both young corporate executives, so you'll have more in common. You're more suitable than the rest of us!" Lin Yupeng laughed, "President Zhang, I know absolutely nothing about negotiation and acquisitions. Would it be appropriate for me to go?" Zhang Yueran smiled, "Brother Lin, you're too modest. You're more than capable of handling this. Besides, we just want to lower the price a bit. 120 million seems a bit high to me. How much you lower it is up to you. Go and give it a try! It's settled then!" Lin Yupeng knew that whatever President Zhang Yueran decided was... But since it was impossible to change his mind, he wisely agreed, so he smiled and said, "Alright! I can give it a try. When can I go?" In his heart, however, he wondered, "What exactly is Zhang Yueran's intention in sending me to discuss the acquisition of the Xinhang Hotel? Is he testing me?" Zhang Yueran pondered for a moment and said, "I'll send someone to communicate with the Xinhang Hotel about the specific time. Wait for my notification!" Lin Yupeng said, "Okay! I will do my best!" He glanced at Tong Yu beside him and saw a look of jealousy on his face. He couldn't help but chuckle to himself, "This Tong Yu is definitely jealous that I'm negotiating with that beautiful general manager, not him! Just how beautiful is that general manager? Becoming a general manager at such a young age, with a net worth of over 100 million, she must be extraordinary!"

Lin Yupeng really wanted to meet that beautiful general manager. He'd been having a lucky streak with women lately, and maybe this meeting would actually close the deal.

After the meeting, Lin Yupeng didn't leave immediately. Zhang Yueran glanced at him indifferently, her eyes questioning. Lin Yupeng smiled slightly and said, "President Zhang, I'd like to speak with you alone!"

A strange glint flashed in Zhang Yueran's cold eyes, and she said crisply, "Sure!

Right here!"

By this time, Tong Yu, Xu Weiguo, and Lang Zikun had already left the meeting room, leaving only Lin Yupeng and Zhang Yueran inside.

Lin Yupeng glanced at Zhang Yueran, smiled slightly, and said, "Mr. Zhang, I've always had a question in my mind. I've always liked to speak my mind, so I hope you

won't take offense if I say anything inappropriate." Zhang Yueran smiled and said, "Brother Lin, you're too kind. Just say what you want to say! I have the same temperament as you; I don't like beating around the bush."

Lin Yupeng laughed heartily, "Alright, then I'll be frank! That night, when Wei Qifeng attacked me, my secretary, Xiaoru, actually drew a gun at the crucial moment. Her marksmanship was quite accurate, and she was also very agile. This was beyond my expectations! I've also looked at her file." "A Chinese literature major, a college graduate, how come she can also shoot a gun? I'm a little surprised."

A sharp, knife-like glint flashed in Zhang Yueran's eyes as he stared at Lin Yupeng, his expression serious. "Although possessing a gun is illegal, our company allows certain special employees to carry and practice with firearms, such as senior leaders and secretaries. It's not surprising that Xiaoru can shoot; it's for your safety. Do you have any doubts?"

Lin Yupeng smiled mysteriously and said in a deep voice, "Mr. Zhang, our company's business is so large now, it's inevitable that we'll attract attention and trouble. That little ..." "Ru, I've always thought she was very discreet. Could she be an undercover agent sent by the police?"

Zhang Yueran laughed and said, "Brother Lin, you're overthinking it! But I really like your personality. People like us who do big business have to be suspicious and thoughtful! But today you're definitely overthinking it! Let me tell you something: Xiao Ru was raised by Chairman Jin from childhood. She was originally an orphan. Her parents died in a car accident when she was one year old, and she was sent to an orphanage by kind people. When she was three, Chairman Jin adopted her from the orphanage. She also has an older sister, Xiao Fen, who is five years old." Chairman Jin adopted Xiaoru as his goddaughter and raised her to adulthood, sending her to university. I watched her grow up! Chairman Jin trained her to be a secretary to the group's leaders, and at the same time, he was also training her to be a secret female bodyguard. Because in some situations, women are much more sensitive than men and are more dedicated to protecting people. As for your suspicion that she is a police officer, that is absolutely unfounded! Do you even suspect Chairman Jin?

Chapter 164: Beauty Lies in Books

Chapter 164: Beauty Lies in Books

Upon hearing this, Lin Yupeng's face immediately showed fear, and he hurriedly explained, "No, no! President Zhang, I'm relieved to hear you say that. I really have to thank Chairman Jin for assigning me such a capable and intelligent female secretary!" He thought to himself, "Xiaoru's background is somewhat similar to mine!"

Zhang Yueran smiled and said, "Nowadays, everyone talks about gender equality. Women, as long as they work hard, are no less capable than men, don't you think?"

"Yes, yes!" Lin Yupeng echoed, but in his heart, he thought, "It seems my suspicions were unnecessary. Someone that Chairman Jin and President Zhang trust so much can't be a problem, especially since she's Chairman Jin's goddaughter!"

Lin Yupeng said goodbye to Zhang Yueran and returned to his office. He glanced at his watch; it was 3:30 PM. He wanted to practice his shooting, so he and Xiang Kui left the office again, found Qin Xi, and explained their purpose. Qin Xi immediately led them to the shooting range on the 30th floor.

Zhang Yueran had previously instructed that Lin Yupeng could directly ask Qin Xi for arrangements if he wanted to practice shooting, without needing to consult him anymore.

Qin Xi led Lin Yupeng and Xiang Kui to the shooting range. Lin Yupeng continued practicing. Since the Peng Hongliang incident, he realized the importance of shooting practice. Zhang Yueran was right; the best bodyguard is yourself. In critical moments, you have to save yourself!

Lin Yupeng was inherently intelligent and quick to learn. With the guidance of the sharpshooter Xiang Kui, his marksmanship progressed rapidly. Now, he only regretted that his daily practice time was too short—only one hour.

After finishing his practice, it was almost time to leave work. Lin Yupeng returned to his office and saw Xiao Ru still engrossed in her work. He sat down at his desk and glanced at her a few more times, thinking to himself, "Zhang Yueran just told me some inside information. This Xiao Ru was personally groomed by Chairman Jin. She seems to be Chairman Jin's confidante. I guess Chairman Jin knows everything I do. I'll have to be extra careful with Xiao Ru in the future!"

After work, Lin Yupeng didn't have any social engagements. Xiang Kui drove home. As soon as they stepped out of the Tianqiong Group's gate, they saw a couple hundred people outside, dressed in work uniforms, holding banners and slogans with inflammatory phrases such as "Give me back my hard-earned money!" "Restore Tang Gang to all his positions!" and "We will not give up until we achieve our goal!"

Qin Xi and several security guards were maintaining order at the entrance, while a few reporters were taking pictures nearby; the scene was both lively and chaotic.

Lin Yupeng chuckled inwardly, "This Tang Gang actually did it my way, interesting!"

Xiang Kui drove him home. As soon as he opened the door, Fang Na rushed to Lin Yupeng's side like a swallow returning to its nest, her pure and beautiful face full of joy. She said sweetly, "Brother Lin, you're finally back! I was so worried!"

Lin Yupeng smiled and said, "I'm fine, what are you worried about? Did you miss me?"

Fang Na blushed and said shyly, "Yes, I missed you so much!" After saying this, she glanced at Xiang Kui behind Lin Yupeng, feeling a little awkward saying such sweet nothings in front of outsiders, and quickly turned and ran to the kitchen to cook.

After dinner, Lin Yupeng and Fang Na sat in the living room watching TV. Xiang Kui moved a chair to the doorway, closed his eyes slightly, and placed his hands flat on his knees, sitting at attention exactly like a soldier. It seemed that even after so many years since his discharge from the military, his military bearing hadn't changed at all.

"Your bodyguard looks so strange!" Fang Na whispered in Lin Yupeng's ear.

Lin Yupeng felt that her breath was as fragrant as orchids, and couldn't help but pull her into his arms, saying softly, "He used to be in the army, he's used to it!" Fang

Na changed the subject, and the two whispered sweet nothings for a while. Fang Na didn't actually like watching TV; she preferred reading. So, after a short while, she went to the study, sat on the bed, and picked up Eileen Chang's *Love in a Fallen City*, reading it with great interest.

Lin Yupeng followed her into the study, closing the door behind him. Fang Na blushed, knowing exactly what he wanted, but deliberately asked, "Do you want to read too? I have many here! Let me recommend a few."

Lin Yupeng chuckled dryly, "I don't want to read, I just want to look at you! 'There are beauties in books,' and now I already have you, so why bother reading?"

Fang Na blushed even more, and said coquettishly, "You're so annoying!" Her tone, however, was full of tenderness and affection.

Lin Yupeng smiled wickedly, sat down beside her, and opened his arms to pull her into his embrace.

Fang Na's eyes were languid, and she let out a soft moan, pressing her alluring body against Lin Yupeng's. Even through her clothes, Lin Yupeng could feel the fragrance, the tenderness, the softness, and the smoothness of her skin, especially her two high, snow-white breasts, pressing against his chest, bringing waves of intoxicating pleasure.

Lin Yupeng's hand moved like a fish... He slipped inside Fang Na's lingerie, climbing up her heaving breasts, unable to grasp them fully, only able to knead them roughly.

Fang Na let out intoxicating moans, her beautiful eyes shimmering with soft, alluring light, her face flushed like a ripe apple.

Lin Yupeng held her tightly in his arms, showering her face with passionate kisses, finally settling his tongue on her delicate cherry lips, swirling it within her mouth. Fang Na trembled slightly, responding warmly.

Two days ago, Fang Na and Lin Yupeng had been intimate. Her body wasn't as sensitive as it had been as a girl, but Lin Yupeng's physical stimulation still made her weak all over, her heart pounding like a deer's.

Lin Yupeng was intoxicated by Fang Na's beautiful body, his desire rising, and his hands became increasingly restless, sliding from top to bottom, reaching inside Fang Na's short skirt…

"Ah! No!" Fang Na struggled, her pretty face flushed.

"What's wrong?" Lin Yupeng stopped his physical assault and asked softly.

"Not today!" Fang Na lowered her head and said sweetly.

"Why?" Lin Yupeng asked with a smile.

"I… I'm on my period…" Fang Na said shyly, her face flushed.

Lin Yupeng's heart skipped a beat. He understood that Fang Na meant she had her period and couldn't have sex today, but he didn't say anything, pretending not to understand, and asked, "On your period? What's that?"

"You know, that…" Fang Na said, both shy and anxious.

"What is 'that'?" Lin Yupeng continued teasing her.

"Ugh! It means when your period comes, you can't do 'that' anymore, okay? Can we do it in a few days?" Fang Na said shyly.

Lin Yupeng knew he couldn't tease her any longer, or she'd probably be so embarrassed she'd want to disappear into the ground. So he pretended to suddenly realize something and said, "Haha! I know, it's 'that'! We'll do 'that' after your period is over! Hehe!" His words were almost a tongue twister.

Lin Yupeng held Fang Na's fragrant, delicate, and sensual body, whispering sweet nothings to her for a while, before coaxing her to sleep. Chapter 165

Jade Bracelet Looking at Fang Na's sweet sleeping face, Lin Yupeng suddenly sighed, "Fang Na loved Fei Wenchao deeply for many years, but nothing came of it. Now, after I modified her body, she fell in love with me and found happiness with me. So, I really did a good deed and saved her!" Thinking of this, he felt a pang of regret: "It's just a pity that the memory chips are disposable. The few I have left all cost a lot of money. Once I save up enough to buy them, who will I control? Xiao Ru?" Lin Yupeng didn't know why Xiao Ru's image kept appearing in his mind lately. Could it be that he had already fallen in love with her? This woman, whose scheming was as unfathomable as a needle at the bottom of the sea, wasn't so easy to fall in love with! Thinking of Xiao Ru, Lin Yupeng was eager to know what the robot had been monitoring in her dormitory these past two days, so he left his study and went straight to the laboratory. He turned on the monitor and brought up the minimized surveillance screen. Xiaoru's dorm room was completely dark, with the faint sound of a woman's even breathing coming from inside. Xiaoru and Tang Rui were fast asleep. He then started rewinding, going back to last Saturday morning. He saw Xiaoru and Tang Rui get up early, have breakfast, and discuss where to go on their day off. Tang Rui suggested shopping first, then going to karaoke, and Xiaoru agreed. The two packed their things and went out. Lin Yupeng started rewinding again, until after 7 pm when Xiaoru and Tang Rui returned, carrying small packages of clothes, cosmetics, daily necessities, and snacks. Xiaoru bought a pair of black leggings, which made her look even more graceful and slender, like a fairy from the moon palace. Tang Rui bought a light green short-sleeved shirt, which made her look even more charming and cute. The two women started discussing their shopping trip, mentioning which clothes they saw were beautiful but too expensive to buy. Women only realize how much they don't have when they're shopping. Later, they talked enthusiastically about the expensive jewelry they had seen in the shop. "Those jade bracelets are so beautiful!" Xiaoru exclaimed, her eyes filled with envy. "Yes! The salesperson said they're the most expensive pieces in the store, imperial jade! They're not something ordinary people like us can afford," Tang Rui said with a smile. "Sigh, I wish I could have a pair someday. I love jade the most!" Xiaoru said wistfully. Tang Rui giggled, "If a man were to give you those jade bracelets, would you marry him?" Xiao Ru blushed, glared at Tang Rui, and said coquettishly, "You're so annoying! You think you can marry me just because you give me a pair of jade bracelets? Not so easy!" Tang Rui laughed, "Yes, you are priceless!" The two girls joked and teased each other. Lin Yupeng, however, had a sudden thought. He was a medical student and knew that wearing jade had health benefits, especially jadeite, considered the king of jade. The *Compendium of Materia Medica* records that jadeite "nourishes the heart and lungs, quenches thirst, and nourishes the five internal organs. " "So Xiao Ru likes jadeite!" Lin Yupeng remembered this. Rewinding a bit, it was Sunday morning. Xiao Ru and Tang Rui got up early. After combing her hair, Tang Rui dialed a number. "Dad, can I come home today?" Tang Rui asked expectantly. "Why?! Didn't you say I could go home this weekend? I miss my mom!" Tang Gang probably didn't want her to go home, so Tang Rui's face looked very unpleasant. After a while, her expression gradually calmed down, and she said helplessly, "Fine! I'll inform him for you. I have to go home next week! Unless you don't want me as your daughter anymore!" Tang Rui hung up the phone angrily. Xiao Ru asked with concern, "Xiao Rui, what's wrong?" Tang Rui said reproachfully, "It's all because of my dad! He won't let me go home this week, and he made me tell Lin Yupeng to come to the Red Moon Pavilion Hotel at 6 pm to discuss something important with him." Xiao Ru said, "Why doesn't he go and tell him himself?" Tang Rui said, "My dad is afraid that if he tells Lin Yupeng himself, he won't go. He said I have too much influence, so he made me inform him." Xiao Ru chuckled and said, "You do have a lot of influence. I can tell that President Lin likes you a lot!" Tang Rui blushed and said coquettishly, "Go away! I think he likes you a lot too! He always looks at you with tenderness in his eyes." "You dare to say that to me? I'll tickle you!" Xiao Ru laughed and pounced on Tang Rui, teasing her. After the two women finished arguing, Tang Rui reluctantly called Lin Yupeng, and Lin Yupeng naturally understood what she said. Tang Rui and Xiao Ru stayed in their dormitory all Sunday, so there was nothing noteworthy. After reading the call, Lin Yupeng left the lab and went to his bedroom to sleep. The next morning, Lin Yupeng got up early and saw that Fang Na had gotten up even earlier and had already prepared breakfast. After eating, his bodyguard Xiang Kui drove him to work at Tianqiong Group. The morning was very relaxed; he just sat in the office and passed the time. Around noon, Lang Zikun from the president's office called. "President Lin, I have something to inform you. Our representative has arranged a time with the Xinhang Hotel. You need to go there at 2 PM to meet their general manager for negotiations!" "Understood, thank you!" Lin Yupeng hung up the phone, thinking to himself that he would be meeting the female general manager that afternoon. He wanted to see what kind of person she was, daring to bargain with the powerful Tianqiong Group? Impressive! After lunch, Lin Yupeng returned to his office and sat for a while. At 1:30 p.m., he and Xiang Kui left the office, went to the garage to get their car, and Xiang Kui drove them straight to the Xinhang Hotel. Lin Yupeng had been to the Xinhang Hotel, which was built on a decommissioned aircraft carrier, many times before. The two pushed open the door and entered the lobby on the first floor. It was past lunchtime, but the lobby was still crowded with people eating, and the waiters were busy serving dishes.

Lin Yupeng arrived at the service desk and saw a girl in a business suit typing on her computer. Seeing someone approach, she quickly looked up.

When their eyes met, they both exclaimed, "It's you!"

The girl in front of him was Wen Yuqi, the same naive girl who used to work in the Hilton Hotel's housekeeping department.

"Weren't you at the Hilton? Why are you working here again?" Lin Yupeng asked with concern.

Wen Yuqi's face immediately fell, and she said with a hint of resentment, "Sigh, one night I was caught sleeping on duty and the manager fired me, so I found another job here."

She then asked Lin Yupeng, "Are you here to eat or stay?"

Lin Yupeng chuckled dryly, "Neither, I'm here to negotiate." ( Chapter 166:

Like a Dream) Wen Yuqi exclaimed, "The front desk manager just told me that a Mr. Lin would be coming to negotiate with our general manager later. So it's you? Are you here to sell your perfume?" Lin Yupeng chuckled inwardly, "This girl still remembers that Milani perfume I made up on the spot!" He didn't say anything, but laughed heartily, "Yes! Where should I see your general manager?" "The front desk manager just told me to go to room 322," Wen Yuqi said sweetly. "Okay, thank you! Goodbye!" Lin Yupeng turned and went upstairs with Xiang Kui, finding room 322. From afar, they saw a security guard standing at the door of 322, expressionless and cold. Lin Yupeng thought to himself, "Trying to be cool? I've seen plenty of cooler people than you!" He strode into room 322, and Xiang Kui, following behind, was about to follow when suddenly the security guard's eyes flashed, and he abruptly stopped him, coldly saying, "Sir, excuse me, attendants are not allowed inside!" A sharp glint flashed in Xiang Kui's cold eyes as he stared intently at the security guard. His piercing gaze was like a bolt of cold lightning, sending a chill down the guard's spine and causing his hand to tremble involuntarily. Lin Yupeng glanced at Xiang Kui and said in a deep voice, "It's alright, just wait for me outside!" Xiang Kui nodded and stood opposite the security guard outside the door. An invisible, intimidating aura emanated from him, making the guard seem to shrink in comparison. Lin Yupeng thought to himself, "What can one person do? Do you think I'm afraid of a little woman like you?" He stepped inside and saw that room 322 was a small conference room with a screen next to it. The beautiful general manager wasn't in the room, making it seem empty. Lin Yupeng sat down in the guest seat and glanced at his watch. There were still five minutes until 2 o'clock. It seemed the beautiful general manager wouldn't be back until after 2 o'clock. Sure enough, when the hour hand of Lin Yupeng's watch pointed to 2 o'clock, he heard the security guard outside the door respectfully say, "Good morning, Mr. Chen!" "Hmm!" Then came a woman's soft, sweet voice, melodious and clear, like celestial music. Lin Yupeng's heart skipped a beat; the voice seemed familiar, and a long-buried memory began to resurface... Immediately afterward, the door opened, and a young woman, about twenty-four or twenty-five years old, gracefully entered. She was stunningly beautiful, with fair, smooth skin, and large, bright eyes that always sparkled with playfulness and intelligence. A hint of purity graced her delicate lips. Her pure smile was like a daffodil blooming quietly in the morning. She wore a pure white business suit, her creamy white legs elegantly exposed. Her eyebrows were lightly drawn, and she wore only a touch of powder. Lin Yupeng felt a sweet fragrance wafting over, a very modern amber scent, mixed with the fragrance of roses picked in the morning and oriental jasmine, round and full, touching the most tender corner of his heart. When Lin Yupeng saw the woman's face, his heart trembled violently, and he involuntarily stood up, looking at her with surprise and joy, and excitedly said, "Lihan, do you still recognize me?" Lin Yupeng recognized the woman at a glance—it was none other than his first love, Chen Lihan, the pure girl who had been his deskmate for a year before disappearing without a trace, the girl for whom Lin Yupeng had endured countless beatings without complaint, the girl etched in his heart, unforgettable for life! He had imagined countless scenarios of their reunion, but he never expected them to meet again in this situation! He could hardly believe his eyes! Chen Lihan was actually the general manager of the Xinhang Hotel, and Lin Yupeng had come to acquire the Xinhang Hotel, with the Tianqiong Group having already made a strong show of force... With the intention of acquiring the property at a low price, Lin Yupeng's trip could be described as a showdown with the Xinhang Hotel! Chen Lihan hadn't expected that the Lin general manager that Tianqiong Group said they would send to negotiate would actually be her high school classmate, Lin Yupeng—the Lin Yupeng who had once cherished and pursued her, the Lin Yupeng who had desperately learned martial arts for her, the Lin Yupeng whom she had ruthlessly rejected! Chen Lihan's expression changed instantly, her beautiful eyes flashing with complex emotions—shock, joy, doubt, and a hint of worry and fear. These complex emotions converged in her bright and beautiful eyes, poetic and dreamlike. "Ah! It's you!" Chen Lihan exclaimed sweetly, her eyes shimmering. "It's me! Lihan, I really didn't expect to meet you here. So you're the general manager of the Xinhang Hotel!" Lin Yupeng calmed his somewhat chaotic thoughts and laughed heartily. "Yes!" "I never expected you to be the Vice President of Tianqiong Group! What a coincidence! Please, have a seat!" Chen Lihan gestured with her slender finger to the chair next to Lin Yupeng. Lin Yupeng leaned down and sat down, his gaze falling on Chen Lihan's delicate hand and her slender, jade-like fingers. He couldn't help but recall the time more than ten years ago when they sat at the same desk. Once, when he borrowed an eraser from her, he accidentally touched her soft, white hand. The soft, tender, and smooth sensation was unforgettable, and at that moment, he had an impulse to hold her hand forever. More than ten years have passed, and Chen Lihan... Her jade-like hands were even more beautiful than before, truly like ivory carved from white jade, gleaming with a smooth, creamy luster. Looking closer at Chen Lihan, one could see that although she had matured considerably, giving off an air of nobility and elegance, a hint of childishness and playfulness still lingered in her eyes. Chen Lihan caught a glimpse of Lin Yupeng's intensely affectionate gaze and seemed to recall some past events. Her heart pounded, but she managed to control herself, smiling sweetly, "Mr. Lin, it's been so many years! How have you been?" Although it was a polite greeting, the address "Mr. Lin" sent a chill down Lin Yupeng's spine. He had always called her by her name, while she addressed him directly as "Mr. Lin." Lin Yupeng hadn't expected that after more than ten years, their relationship couldn't even maintain the bond of classmates, becoming distant. What was the problem? Lin Yupeng smiled faintly and said, "Fine, fine, just getting by!" He remained outwardly calm, but inwardly, a mix of emotions surged within him, a bittersweet blend of flavors. Chen Lihan responded with an "Oh," her beautiful eyes sparkling as she prepared her next words. The sudden appearance of Lin Yupeng, her "old classmate," had disrupted all her previous preparations, forcing her to regroup. Lin Yupeng asked with concern, "And you? After graduation, you didn't go to Tianhan Normal University; where did you go?" (Chapter 167 Love and Negotiation )

Chen Lihan smiled gently and replied casually, "I went to New Zealand to study, obtained a master's degree, and returned to China to start my own business after graduation."

How could such a simple sentence quell Lin Yupeng's long-standing concerns? His eyes, filled with sincerity and sadness

, asked, "Why did you leave without saying goodbye back then? Was I really that disliked by you?" Chen Lihan's pretty face flushed, her cheeks like freshly ripened lychees, her lips slightly parted but she hesitated, her expression full of worry. After a long while, she suddenly made up her mind, her face hardening, and said seriously, "Mr. Lin! Don't forget the occasion! We're here to negotiate; let's talk about personal matters another time!"

Chen Lihan's change in expression naturally didn't escape Lin Yupeng's notice. He wondered, "I'm her classmate, after all; why is she so cold towards me?"

Lin Yupeng smiled calmly and said, "That's true. Then let's put business first and personal matters aside!

" "Regarding our Tianqiong Group's acquisition of the Xinhang Hotel, your offer of 120 million is unacceptable to us. Could you lower it a bit?"

Chen Lihan said, "Excuse me, I'd like to ask how much your Tianqiong Group is willing to offer first."

Negotiating with his first love, especially in such a one-sided acquisition, felt awkward for Lin Yupeng. Chen Lihan was skilled at negotiation, first probing the other party's bottom line, then using the opportunity to raise her offer. Unfortunately, she forgot that her opponent was the powerful Tianqiong Group, with connections in both the legitimate and underworld circles. No amount of skill could help.

Lin Yupeng sighed inwardly and said in a deep voice, "We can negotiate the specifics, but I can only say it will definitely be less than 120 million, because your offer is too high!"

Chen Lihan smiled faintly, her beautiful eyes sparkling, and said softly, "How about I give you a million? Consider it a favor to your old classmate!" Lin Yupeng smiled bitterly to himself: "

1 million? That's just a drop in the ocean. Tong Yu only wants to offer 100 million to acquire you, not a penny more. And it seems that President Zhang is also inclined towards Tong Yu!"

At the same time, his heart sank. Although Chen Lihan's words were ostensibly to save face for her old classmate, they also had another meaning: that the so-called friendship between old classmates was only worth 1 million. It seemed like a lot, but how could true friendship be measured by money?

"Why does first love always bring pain?" A sudden surge of anger welled up in Lin Yupeng's heart. He secretly vowed, "I refuse to believe it! Doesn't Chen Lihan have any feelings for me at all?"

He smiled coldly and said, "One million? That's too little. I hope you'll reconsider. I won't say anything more!"

Chen Lihan smiled and said, "This is all the concessions we can make. Although I'm the general manager, everything is decided by the board of directors. To put it bluntly, I'm just a spokesperson for the board. My promise to give up one million is just a verbal one. In practice, it still needs a board vote!"

Lin Yupeng smiled bitterly to himself. Giving up one million requires a board vote? They're practically ready to bankrupt your entire hotel!

He really wanted to tell Chen Lihan about the underhanded tactics Tong Yu had devised, but he held back. He knew that if the news leaked, Zhang Yueran would suspect him first. Everyone at the meeting, except Lin Yupeng, was his old subordinate; Lin Yupeng was the only newcomer. Who else would he suspect if not him? Thinking

of this, Lin Yupeng smiled slightly and said, "Alright then! I'll pass it on to President Zhang when I get back. I hope our two families can reach an agreement; it would be good for both of us!"

Chen Lihan smiled sweetly and said, "Then I'll trouble you, President Lin!"

Her tone implied that she was about to see him off, but Lin Yupeng was unwilling to leave so easily. He had finally seen his first love, and there were still so many things he hadn't said to her!

"Lihan, I only have one last question for you, and you must answer me honestly!" Lin Yupeng said sincerely.

Chen Lihan caught a glimpse of his burning, affectionate gaze and already guessed what was going on. Her heart fluttered, and she said coldly, "Go ahead and ask!" "

Did you ever even have a little bit of affection for me? Who is that 'him' you mentioned in your letter?" Lin Yupeng asked the question that had been buried in his heart for many years.

In her letter to him before leaving to study abroad, Chen Lihan had said that she already had "him" in her heart, and no one else could take "his" place. Who was that "him"? Whenever he thought of that "him" in her heart, Lin Yupeng felt a surge of jealousy and resentment. Now that he had finally met Chen Lihan again, he was determined to get to the bottom of it! Upon hearing this,

Chen Lihan's pretty face flushed even more, and the expression in her beautiful eyes became even more complicated. Her heart pounded like a deer's, and she seemed restless, staring at Lin Yupeng, momentarily... Speechless, he couldn't utter a word.

Just then! A sharp "smack" rang out from behind the screen on the left side of the conference room, like a hand slamming on the coffee table. Immediately afterward, a middle-aged man emerged from behind the screen! He was dressed in a sharp suit and tie, handsome and distinguished, with a perpetually arrogant smile on his lips and a commanding presence in his eyes, exuding an overbearing aura.

His face was as cold as iron. He strode quickly to Chen Lihan's side, facing Lin Yupeng, and said in a sinister tone, "President Lin! I hope you can have some self-respect! Don't ask Lihan such questions anymore. She has nothing to do with you now!"

Lin Yupeng's eyes flashed with a sharp light as he sized up the suddenly appearing middle-aged man, thinking to himself, "So he heard my conversation with Chen Lihan earlier. Who is he? Could he be 'him' from Chen Lihan's past? No way!" "He seems to be more than ten years older than Chen Lihan!"

He remained calm and asked coldly, "Who are you?"

The middle-aged man smiled coldly, his face full of disdain, and said, "I am Lihan's brother, Chen Wei, the chairman of Xinhang Hotel!"

Lin Yupeng was taken aback upon hearing this, but quickly extended his right hand in a friendly manner, smiling and saying, "So it's Chairman Chen! A pleasure to meet you!"

Chen Wei smiled contemptuously, his eyes full of hostility, and didn't even raise his hand. Lin Yupeng had taken the initiative to shake hands with him out of respect for Chen Lihan, but he didn't expect him to be so disrespectful, and he felt a surge of annoyance.

"Let me tell you! Tianqiong Group is rich and powerful, can't you even come up with 120 million? We absolutely will not buy a single share for less than 120 million!" Chen Wei said coldly, his eyes blazing with anger.

"Well then! Chairman Chen is truly bold, I admire you!" Lin Yupeng's words were full of sarcasm.

Chen Wei's anger intensified, and he shouted sharply, "And listen to me, Lin Yupeng! Don't you dare try anything with my sister again! She's getting engaged in a few days, and I hope you'll remember we were classmates and stop harassing her! Otherwise, I won't be so polite!"

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