Chapter 151
The group led by Long Ge stayed in the room, waiting for Xu Ke’s return. But after Long Ge had drunk two bottles of liquor and it was nearing midnight, Xu Ke still hadn’t come back.
“Boss, how about we go look for him? After all, he’s alone, and there are so many people over there; I’m afraid something might happen.” One of the subordinates spoke up, seeing Long Ge’s anxiety and restlessness.
“No need, I trust my brother.” Long Ge took another swig of liquor, but after the liquid went down his throat, he rubbed his palms together and spoke again, “If my brother isn’t back in ten minutes, we’ll break in, and regardless of the method, we have to get my brother out.” Long Ge’s eyes narrowed slightly, exuding a murderous intent.
As they were still talking in the room, someone opened the balcony’s glass door from the outside, and Xu Ke walked in covered in blood.
Seeing Xu Ke in such a state, Long Ge was startled and jumped up from his chair, “What happened to you? Are you hurt?” Long Ge hurried towards Xu Ke, his eyes filled with undeniable worry, which helped Xu Ke calm his murderous feeling and return to his usual self.
“It’s nothing, it’s not my blood. Get me some new clothes; it’s inconvenient to go home like this.” Xu Ke pointed at his bloodstained clothes and said to Long Ge.
“That’s nothing. You all, while the mall hasn’t closed yet, go buy a few new clothes for my brother.” Long Ge instructed the younger ones behind him.
“You’re not injured, are you? Do you need to go to the hospital?” After speaking to the younger ones, Long Ge turned his gaze back to Xu Ke, asking with concern.
“I’m not hurt, no need to worry.” Xu Ke patted Long Ge’s shoulder and said.
“And that bastard?” Long Ge, relieved to hear Xu Ke wasn’t hurt, couldn’t help his gossipy curiosity and raised an eyebrow to ask.
“I killed him. Tonight was a good opportunity, and with their leaderless state, it was the perfect time to catch them off guard.” Xu Ke sat down in Long Ge’s previous spot, poured himself a glass of liquor, added an ice cube, and let the cold liquid slide down his esophagus into his stomach, sighing contentedly.
“So, do you plan to go out tonight, and do a big job with your brother?”
Hearing that the man named Ye was dead, Long Ge’s breathing momentarily faltered. Although he usually appeared honest and ambitionless, none of their kind truly lacked ambition; it was just a matter of how deeply it was hidden.
Xu Ke could feel Long Ge’s excitement; ordinarily, he might have joined in, but now he only wanted to return to Lin Mengyao’s side. Only by doing so could he truly calm his restless heart; blood was now a deadly poison to him.
“No, I’ll head home tonight. Besides, he’s not been in Luo City long; not all his men are loyal to him yet. You stepping out now means it’s a sure win; whether I’m there or not doesn’t make much difference.” Xu Ke glanced at Long Ge and said indifferently.
“You’re right. You’ve helped me enough tonight. Go home and rest; leave this to me and my brothers.”
Xu Ke knew Long Ge misunderstood him, but he had no intention to explain. He just leaned back on the sofa and closed his eyes, waiting for the arrival of new clothes.
When Xu Ke got home, the sky was already beginning to brighten. Lin Mengyao was sleeping soundly on the sofa.
Seeing this, Xu Ke couldn’t help but smile, the ice in his eyes instantly replaced by a gentle spring breeze. He walked over and scooped her up directly, as if holding his most treasured possession.
“It’s still early. You go back to sleep.” Xu Ke smiled and coaxed softly.
That night was shrouded in darkness, with blood and desire intertwining in places unknown to the people of Luo City, leaving the city with a scent of gunpowder.
In December, heavy snow turned the entire Luo City into a city clad in silver. Lin Mengyao’s company’s location was finalized, and the renovation was complete, marking a new beginning for everything.
“I’m not cold, stop wrapping me in clothes. I’m already like a ball; if you kicked me, I’d roll a full circle.” Lin Mengyao pouted, struggling to prevent Xu Ke from putting a white coat on her, “I won’t wear it; you should wear more.” Lin Mengyao dodged Xu Ke’s coat attempt, hugged Xu Ke’s arm, and acted coyly.
Under elegantly arched brows, her long, almond-shaped eyes showed a youthful innocence, melting Xu Ke’s heart.
“Sir and Madam’s relationship is truly getting better.” Sister Zhou came out of the kitchen carrying hot dishes, a bright smile on her face, with the warmth inside the villa warding off the winter cold.
Lin Mengyao was a bit shy at Sister Zhou’s teasing, her cheeks instantly turning crimson. “Sister Zhou, stop teasing me. Xu Ke and I won’t be home for dinner today. Please bring Xiaojie over to keep you company. We might not come back too early tonight, but having someone at home with you makes us feel better.” Lin Mengyao, trying hard to suppress her shyness, looked up at Xu Ke and spoke.
“Alright then, have fun.” Sister Zhou could hardly hide her delight at being able to bring her daughter over, her smile overflowing from her eyes.
“Then we will head out first.” Xu Ke rubbed Lin Mengyao’s head, and after speaking with Sister Zhou, he took Lin Mengyao’s hand and walked out; they were going to their new company for a look.
In the car, as they got closer to the new company’s address, Lin Mengyao became more anxious, her forehead beading with fine sweat.
“Is it hot? Do you want to take off a layer?” Xu Ke noticed the sweat on Lin Mengyao’s forehead and asked.
“I’m just a bit nervous. This is the first time I’m starting my own company, it’s a bit daunting.” Lin Mengyao shook her head, then shed a layer of clothing and cracked the car window, allowing the cold wind outside to blow in and dispel the heat.
“What’s there to be nervous about? You have me. If you encounter any problems, come to me, and I’ll help you. Close the window, or you’ll catch a cold, and you know I don’t like it when you’re sick.” Xu Ke gave Lin Mengyao a warm look, and seeing her comply by closing the window, his smile widened.
A short time after their conversation, they arrived at Lin Mengyao’s newly opened company.