Chapter 297

He Qiong previously had only a superficial understanding of the martial world; she also didn't need to understand the martial world.

Previously, her father held up an umbrella for her; later, A Xin would support her waist.

Nothing to worry about!

The martial world, this familiar yet unfamiliar place, she only gained some concrete understanding after meeting A Xin.

The information she gathered from those paper documents all made her feel uncomfortable!

Previously, if she needed to know something, she would only target a specific person to investigate.

Without truly entering a circle, the information she could obtain was very limited.

They were just superficial things!

A Xin could rise from this mire; it shows how much hardship he endured!

He Qiong's eyes were somewhat dazed as she looked at Li Xin and said: "A Xin, you're truly amazing! Starting from nothing, you've struggled to achieve today's success—how impressive!"

From childhood to now, the person I admire most is my father; he went from being a refugee, struggled to today, which was no easy feat!

You too started from scratch; with your current achievements, you surely share common ground, right?

Don't!

Never compare me with your father; that's inappropriate!

As soon as Li Xin finished speaking, He Qiong flared up, losing her previous composure.

Like an angry little bird, she went around the table and came behind Li Xin.

She grabbed his neck and bit his shoulder in one bite.

By the time she released her bite, Li Xin's shoulder already bore clear tooth marks, and she still struck him once more in resentment.

She said somewhat helplessly: "A Xin, please be more sincere in your attitude toward my father; at least for my sake, okay?"

Li Xin rose and sat on the sofa, beckoning He Qiong over; when she approached, he pulled her into his arms.

He said with a smile: "A Qiong, you should know that I'm so polite to your father only because of your face."

You need to understand: I'm courteous to your father because I like you, not because your father is He Xin and that makes me interested in you.

Even though your father is wealthy and powerful, even if I still had nothing, I wouldn't pretend to be something I'm not for him.

That's certainly true—Li Xin, who started with nothing, is the most frightening!

He Qiong nestled in Li Xin's embrace, listening to him speak without intending to interrupt.

Although what he said wasn't pleasant to hear, she found it quite satisfying!

She knew many things, and she knew A Xin wasn't lying.

Li Xin raised his hand, pointing north, and said full of confidence: "He Qiong, there is a career I have prepared for you there; it is a huge fortune—calling it a gold mountain is no exaggeration."

After we get engaged, I will entrust this gold mountain to you to manage.

You can withdraw from the He Family's businesses; I don't care about your family's assets—I just want you.

For He Qiong, in her twenties, these were the most beautiful words of love she had ever heard.

Her eyes were glossy, and she whispered softly: "A Xin!"

Mm! A Xin is very sensible!

……

Sunflower green, Han Bin fell to the ground.

Han Bin's close attendant Gongzi Jun came up to him and said, "Big Brother, the matter is clear—Wu Guohua of the Harmony and Joy Hall is the one who took our ship out to sea."

That ship is now anchored in the international waters not far from Gangdao, and we can reach it anytime.

Shall we do it?

Han Bin curled his lips into a smile, magnifying this favor, and also letting A Xin see that he, Han Bin, is no pushover!

A Jun, I want everyone on the ship to appear before me unharmed; if there is any mishap, I will lose face.

Gongzi Jun laughed and said, "Big Brother, what are you talking about?"

Is there anything we can't accomplish in the waters near Gangdao?

I'll personally lead the team to handle it; you just stay home and drink, no problem.

Han Bin laughed and scolded, "Don't be careless—this is something Xin Ge entrusted you with; if you mess up, watch out for him coming after you."

Gongzi Jun waved his hand and replied, "Big Brother, you can rest assured!"

I will certainly put my heart into Xin Ge's affairs—this is a big water pipe coming!

There's no chance of mistake—I told that ship to stop, and it wouldn't dare move.

Gongzi Jun isn't just talking big; Han Bin has three close aides—Dao Zaiqing, Ya Hao—who are responsible for ground combat.

He handles all maritime affairs; here, with high winds and rough waves, what hasn't he seen?

He has also fought those Southeast Asian local tyrants and his battle record is illustrious.

He has the confidence to say this!

……

International waters near Gangdao.

The leader of the Harmony and Joy Hall, Wu Guohua, holding a satellite phone, was speaking with Hong Dingbang of Gangdao.

That's right, it's a satellite phone—in the 1980s, satellite phones were already usable and had even become widespread among sea merchants.

Currently, the world's four operational satellite mobile phone systems are Maritime, Iridium, Orbcomm, and Tiantong.

Tiantong-1, the satellite mobile communications system, is operated by China Telecom for civilian use.

At this time, China had already formed an integrated space-ground mobile communications network, serving emergency, marine, aviation, and outdoor exploration fields.

China's communications technology at this time was truly not weak; indeed, it could be said to be very strong!

Wu Guohua asked into the phone, "Hong big brother, have you got the money?"

If we get the money, I'll let this person go; life at sea is not easy!

Hong Dingbang sat in the car, a smile appearing on his chubby face.

He said, "Ah Hua, we five have sworn brotherhood, so I won't deceive you; Wanwan is currently communicating, and this matter will be settled soon."

Don't rush!

Compared to this sum of money, what are the wind and waves at sea?

We can risk our lives to earn money, but we also need to have the life to spend it; these big tycoons aren't that easy to deal with!

Wu Guohua, upon hearing that, said: "Hong Da Ge, handle the Gangdao matter quickly; the high seas aren't that easy to stay on!"

Don't worry! No problem, the Gangdao side will be settled soon; she hasn't prepared the cash, but we can use a cash check!

Hong Dingbang hung up the phone, looking at the busy colleagues outside the car, and gave a contemptuous smile.

Those amateur kidnappers would do, but this professional of his is foolproof!

Wu Guohua hung up the phone, looking at his brother Wu Guoren, and said: "Ah Ren, go inside and keep watch; this must not go wrong."

Otherwise, we two brothers will have to go back to our hometown to farm; we won't have a foothold in Gangdao.

Wu Guoren nodded, turned and went back to the cabin.

At midnight, the sea was calm, with no big waves.

Wu Guohua felt there was no problem, lay down in the cabin, and fell asleep in a daze.

On this ship, in the five seas, Gongzi Jun looked at his henchmen and said: "This time we need them alive; if one dies, I'll come after you—understood?"

They replied with a chuckle: "Jun Ge, don't worry!"

No problem, we can't beat them, we can't outrun them; compared to risking our lives, they're even more incapable!

Not killing them is already us showing mercy; what more do you want?

Gongzi Jun laughed and scolded: "You guys need to pay attention; completing this task comes with a bonus, and it's a substantial sum!"