Chapter 176: The Furious Zhao Wuji

Jinghai City, Jin Long Group,

In the Chairman Office, Zhao Wuji listened to the subordinate's report, a hint of amusement flashing in their eyes.

"Chairman, this kid Jiangnan is a bit shady."

Inside the office, a man in a black suit stood respectfully before Zhao Wuji, reporting the situation.

"Oh?" Zhao Wuji, seated on a genuine‑leather sofa, idly toyed with a pair of Jade Walnuts, and spoke with interest:

"What kind of Evil Method?"

"That kid, back in Jinghai City, was a notorious loser, even got kicked out by his own woman."

The man in the black suit paused briefly, then continued:

"However, recently this kid seems to have hit a lucky streak, learned some medical skills, and attached himself to several major families."

"Medical skills?" Zhao Wuji scoffed, pursing their lips,

"Probably just some street con, a trick of swindling and deception."

"What about the Black Tiger Gang over there? Why haven't they dealt with this kid yet?"

"Those Black Tiger Gang losers can't even handle a small fry; it's truly disgraceful."

"Replying to the Chairman, it's said this kid's skills are decent; the Black Tiger Gang's several attempts have all been thwarted by him."

The man in the black suit answered cautiously.

"Skills are decent?" Zhao Wuji let out a cold laugh,

"What wave can a small fry stir up?"

"Just a trash who knows a few punches and kicks, not worth mentioning."

"The public security officer who captured Dao Ba, that's Chen Ying, right? Has he been arrested?"

Zhao Wuji shifted the conversation, asking another question.

"He's already been arrested, taken by the Inspection Department for interrogation; even if he doesn't die, he'll have to shed his skin."

The man in the black suit replied, a grim smile appearing on his face.

"That woman looks quite good; Chairman, would you like to have a taste?"

Zhao Wuji stroked the Jade Walnut in their hand, a trace of amusement flashing in their eyes.

"Keep her locked for now; let her have some hardship first."

"Yes, Chairman."

The man in the black suit replied respectfully and stepped out.

Inside the office, Zhao Wuji was alone, sinking into thought.

Jiangnan—this name, they had heard before.

From initially being indifferent to now, a faint unease had begun to rise in Zhao Wuji's heart.

This suddenly emerging youngster seemed more complicated than imagined.

Zhao Wuji narrowed their eyes, silently pondering:

"Looks like I need to find a chance to meet this Jiangnan."

They wanted to see just how much weight this so‑called 'a bit shady' kid actually had.

But at that moment, a rapid footfall suddenly echoed from outside the office.

The secretary, sweating profusely, spoke:

"Chairman, a serious problem—Chen Ying has been released by the Inspection Department!"

"What did you say?"

Zhao Wuji sprang up abruptly, the Jade Walnut in their hand hitting the floor with a clack, shattering to pieces.

Their eyes widened, staring intently at the subordinate before them, disbelief filling their gaze.

"Chen Ying… Chen Ying has been released?"

"Yes… yes, Chairman."

The man in the black suit lowered his head, his voice weak, his body trembling involuntarily.

He could feel the terrifying aura emanating from Zhao Wuji, as if the next second it would tear him to pieces.

"How could that be?"

Zhao Wuji murmured to themselves, their expression fluctuating.

"What on earth do those people in the Inspection Department eat?"

"Can't even keep an even a tiny public security officer under watch?"

He slammed the table hard, roaring, his voice echoing through the office.

"Chairman, calm your anger."

The man in the black suit fell to his knees with a thud, his body trembling.

"It was Jiangnan, Jiangnan did it."

"Jiangnan?"

Zhao Wuji's brows knit tightly, a hint of doubt flashing in their eyes.

"Does he have that much power?"

"Able to make the Inspection Department release someone?"

"This…"

The man in the black suit hesitated briefly, then spoke.

"I'm not clear on the details, I only know that after Jiangnan went to the Public Security Bureau, Chen Ying was released."

"And moreover…"

He wanted to speak but stopped, as if there was something unspeakable hidden.

"And what else?"

Zhao Wuji's eyes hardened, and he questioned sharply.

"And, the two people from the Inspection Department, their attitude toward Jiangnan… is very respectful."

The man in the black suit replied softly, his voice tinged with a hint of incomprehension.

"Respectful?"

Zhao Wuji's pupils contracted sharply, and a strong unease surged in his heart.

He took a deep breath, forced down the anger within, and spoke slowly.

"Go, investigate for me!"

"Find all information on Jiangnan; I want to know exactly what kind of person he is!"

"Yes, Chairman."

The man in the black suit seemed relieved, hurried to his feet, and briskly left the office.

Inside the office, Zhao Wuji's face was gloomy, and a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

Jiangnan—this name was like a thorn, lodged in his heart.

He had originally thought Jiangnan was just a somewhat capable minor figure, easy to manipulate at will.

Now it seemed the matter was far from that simple.

This young man seemed to conceal a huge secret within him.

Zhao Wuji narrowed his eyes, thinking silently:

No matter who you are, if you dare to thwart my plans, I will make you pay!

Jinghai City, inside a high‑end restaurant.

Jiangnan and Chen Ying sat opposite each other, the table laden with exquisite dishes.

"This time, truly thank you."

Chen Ying looked at Jiangnan, her eyes full of gratitude.

She knew that without Jiangnan's help, she probably wouldn't have gotten out so easily.

"No problem, a trivial effort."

Jiangnan gave a faint smile, picked up his chopsticks, lifted a piece of fish and placed it in his mouth.

"This fish is good, try some."

Chen Ying nodded, also picked up her chopsticks, but seemed a bit absent‑minded.

"Mr. Jiang, can you tell me exactly what your status is? How can you obtain even orders from big figures?"

She hesitated for a moment, yet still voiced the doubt in her heart.

"Me?"

Jiangnan set down his chopsticks, looked at Chen Ying, and a slight curve appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"I have no particular status, and I've told you many times, I'm just an ordinary person."

"An ordinary person?"

Chen Ying clearly didn't believe.

"Can an ordinary person make those two from the Inspection Department obediently release someone?"

"Heh."

Jiangnan let out a light laugh.

"In this world, there are many things you simply don't know."

"But…"

Chen Ying still wanted to say something, but Jiangnan cut her off.

"Alright, let's not talk about that."

"Let's eat, the dishes have gone cold."

Jiangnan picked up his chopsticks again and ate by himself.

Seeing this, Chen Ying no longer asked further, only her inner doubt grew deeper.

……

Elsewhere, Xu Jiaojiao returned alone to the villa.

In the empty room, now only she herself remained.

Looking at the photo of Chu Tiannan in her arms, Xu Jiaojiao's cheeks involuntarily glistened with tears.

"Tiannan, I'm a weak woman; I fear I can hardly avenge you."

"Mr. Jiang may be powerful, but I know he actually doesn't care about us. What he truly cares about is only the Ye family."

"If… if I use this body to exchange for Mr. Jiang's help, do you think that would be okay?"

"After all, this is all I have now."

"Go with peace of mind; after I avenge you, I will go down below to find you."