Chapter 177 - 176: News of Qin Lan!

Chapter 177: Chapter 176: News of Qin Lan!

"Kid, you’re still too green!" Old Wei’s face twisted fiercely. "Do you think after all these years of roaming the underworld, this is all I’m capable of?"

Chen Xiao spread his palm, and a beetle-like insect appeared on it. The insect’s coloring was incredibly vibrant, but it gave off a palpable sense of danger.

Old Wei was scared out of his wits.

The next moment, Chen Xiao crushed the beetle.

"Ahhhhh—" Old Wei screamed in agony as blood trickled from the corners of his mouth.

"This is your Life Gu, isn’t it? It’s somewhat impressive, but not enough. With your Life Gu broken, you will suffer the backlash," Chen Xiao stared at him, speaking deliberately.

Old Wei’s face turned ashen. He charged backward, trying to break through the window and flee.

SWOOSH—

A sharp sword flew out, piercing through his body and pinning him to the ground as he howled in pain.

Zheng Fei was already shivering uncontrollably.

Chen Xiao looked at Old Wei and said indifferently, "He can’t stir up any more trouble now. How you deal with him is up to you."

A cold light flashed in Jessie’s deep blue eyes. "Dispose of him."

From outside, two burly men immediately rushed in and dragged Old Wei out.

Zheng Fei dropped to his knees with a thud. "Auntie, I really had no idea what was going on! I have nothing to do with this, I swear to heaven! You have to believe me!"

Jessie’s tone was calm. "Zheng Fei, I watched you grow up, and I know your character. This has nothing to do with you. You can leave now."

"Thank you, Auntie, thank you!" Having narrowly escaped, Zheng Fei scurried out in a panic.

But he hadn’t even taken two steps when a piercing pain shot through him from behind.

A gunshot echoed.

Jessie calmly holstered her handgun.

Zheng Fei turned around in disbelief, his eyes wide as he stared at Jessie.

"Mom..." Kani’s gaze trembled.

"Kani, remember, never show mercy to anyone who harbors ill intentions toward you. Otherwise, the one who dies will be you," Jessie said coolly. "The Li Family treated him well, but he still wanted your dad’s life and coveted our family’s wealth. His death is well deserved."

As her words fell, Jessie waved her hand again. "Drag him out and dispose of him. Get him out of my sight."

Chen Xiao nodded in approval.

It’s no wonder the Li Family could rise from nothing and establish themselves so firmly in Zhonghai. This Western beauty is a tough one—decisive and utterly ruthless.

Although Kani was still struggling to accept it, she came to terms with what had happened when she thought about what Zheng Fei had done. If Chen Xiao hadn’t exposed his conspiracy today, not only would Li Zhenfang have been in danger, but she and her mother would have eventually been played to death by him. The thought alone was terrifying.

After dealing with Zheng Fei, Jessie looked at Chen Xiao with a softer expression. "Young man, I misunderstood you just now. Auntie apologizes."

She then asked, "You must have a way to wake up Uncle Li, right?"

"It’s simple," Chen Xiao said calmly.

He lightly cut his palm and let his blood drip into Li Zhenfang’s mouth.

Soon, little Gu worms burrowed out of Li Zhenfang’s body. They writhed about until, in the blink of an eye, they went completely still.

Witnessing this, Kani and her mother were thoroughly shocked.

This was truly miraculous! They had never even heard of such an otherworldly technique.

Moments later, the pale-faced Li Zhenfang slowly opened his eyes.

"Dad!" Kani rushed over to him.

"What happened to me? I only remember being at the company, and then suddenly fainting..." Li Zhenfang said weakly.

Kani recounted everything that had happened to him in detail.

After hearing the story, Li Zhenfang’s eyes filled with gratitude as he looked at Chen Xiao. "Young man, no matter what you ask for, I’ll agree to it! Just say the word!"

Jessie, however, just smiled. "We’re all family here. You’re being too formal. The two of them are already quite close. By speaking like this, aren’t you treating Chen Xiao like an outsider?"

Li Zhenfang had an epiphany. "Hahaha! So that’s how it is! That’s how it is! My mind was simply in a haze!"

He observed Chen Xiao’s distinguished air and handsome features, and the more he looked, the more satisfied he became.

Li Kani’s face flushed. "Dad! Mom! What are you talking about? He and I... we’re just ordinary friends!"

Jessie laughed. "Dear, we’ve been there. We understand!"

Chen Xiao also felt a bit embarrassed. "Uncle, Auntie, it’s really not what you’re thinking."

This left the Li couple with somewhat blank expressions.

"I see," Jessie recovered quickly. "It’s no problem; feelings can be cultivated. My relationship with her father was the same—it grew slowly but steadily. That’s the kind of love that lasts."

Chen Xiao gave a wry smile, not sure how to explain. He simply turned to Li Kani and said, "You should take care of your father for now. Oh, and about that favor I asked for, please remember to handle it for me."

Once Chen Xiao had left, Jessie and Li Zhenfang immediately pulled Kani aside. "Dear, I really think Chen Xiao is a good catch. You should hold on tight to him!"

"He has an upright character and his eyes are pure, free of any improper thoughts," Li Zhenfang added. "I’m never wrong about people. I’d feel very reassured entrusting you to him."

He had been in the business world for many years; he trusted his own judgment.

Li Kani pursed her red lips. "He and I... it’s not like that."

"Then you need to put in more effort!" Jessie smiled. "Don’t I know my own daughter’s charm?"

She added, "Don’t worry, Mom will help you out tonight!"

Li Kani grew anxious. "Mom, please don’t do anything rash. This time... this time, he came to Zhonghai to find his female confidante! To be honest, I don’t even count as his friend. At most, we’re just acquaintances."

"Besides," she huffed, "I wouldn’t fall for someone like him, even if you gave him to me as a gift!"

Though her words were sharp, her heart felt an inexplicable sourness... Could it be that she had actually fallen for this guy?

「Two hours later.」

Li Kani approached Chen Xiao. "I’ve gathered all the information you were looking for. As for Qin Lan’s situation, my family’s informants have also provided some feedback."

Chen Xiao’s eyes brightened. "Tell me!" he said, his tone eager.