Chapter 156
After ending the call, Xiao Chen felt much more relaxed. He knew Wang Yannian well, acknowledging him as an incredibly formidable person, with his martial prowess being a question mark, so whatever he was sending was definitely not something trivial.
âI wonder what Master will send. It must be significant if heâs making a special delivery for it.â
Thinking this, Xiao Chen was already looking forward to it.
âNo matter who you are, if youâve offended me, Xiao Chen, you are undoubtedly doomed.â The image of Su Linâs handsome face appeared in Xiao Chenâs mind, with a surge of murderous intent rising in his heart.
Su Lin must die.
Unaware that he was on Xiao Chenâs hit list, Su Lin had just had his strength elevated to a significantly higher realm by the system.
âEnergy projection, is this the hallmark of a grandmaster?â Su Lin felt as though he had an endless supply of energy.
Just a moment ago, he waved casually at the table in front of him, and the force directly sent a teacup flying, embedding it firmly into the wall. freewŃbnoÎœel.com
He couldnât imagine what would happen if he were to unleash his full power with such a strike.
âNo wonder they say grandmasters donât need any fancy techniques. Ordinary moves could severely injure an opponent, just the energy projection alone is so fierce, who could withstand it? A direct palm strike might even be lethal.â
Just then, Luo Sihai hurriedly knocked on the door: âPresident Su, Miss Qin of the Qin family is here to see you, sheâs in the lounge.â
âWhat does Qin Jiuyue want with me?â Responding, Su Lin picked the teacup off the wall: âSuch a nice aluminum teacup, and now itâs ruined.â Shaking his head, Su Lin opened the door and walked out.
Just reaching the lounge, Qin Jiuyue stood up from her chair and ran towards Su Lin: âSu Lin, are you okay? Are you injured?â
Su Lin let Qin Jiuyue fuss over him, wondering if she was taking advantage of him if not for the concern written all over her face.
âSister Jiuyue, Iâm fine. Whatâs got you rushing over to Sihai Group? Just to check on me?â
Qin Jiuyue responded: âItâs all because of that Li Ziyu. I heard she came looking for trouble with you, even bringing two martial artists. I was so worried I had to come see you.â
âEr⊠she came to discuss cooperation with me. How could she possibly harm me?â Su Lin said, amused.
âDonât try to fool me. Do you think Iâm a fool? Just yesterday, Luo Sihai pledged allegiance to you, and then Li Ziyan died. Today, she brought two grandmasters with her. Clearly, sheâs up to no good,â Qin Jiuyue said with a skeptical look.
Touched by her words, Su Lin replied: âReally, thereâs nothing wrong. Li Ziyu and I are indeed discussing cooperation.â
âZiyu?â Qin Jiuyue stared straight at Su Lin.
Su Lin faced her calmly: âIs there a problem?â
âNo⊠It seems you really are cooperating. I was worried for nothing,â Qin Jiuyue said self-deprecatingly.
Su Lin laughed heartily: âThereâs no such thing as unnecessary worry. Iâm glad youâre concerned, Sister Jiuyue.â
âSu Lin, Donghai is quite chaotic recently. How about you go back to Zhongjiang for a while and return after things settle down?â Qin Jiuyue said with a complex expression.
âEh? Sister Jiuyue, what do you mean by that?â Su Lin pretended not to understand.
âSigh⊠That Lin Tian died the other night, right in my grandfatherâs conference room. Li Ziyuâs legendary fiancĂ© showed up, also a martial arts grandmaster. My grandfather said itâs very likely he was the one who killed Lin Tian.â
After saying this, Qin Jiuyue looked at Su Lin.
If she didnât know Su Lin knew martial arts and was quite powerful at that, she might have thought the same. However, she suspected Su Lin might be involved.
She was worried that Su Linâs involvement in these events would ultimately anger the Li family, leading to fatal consequences. Thus, she wanted to persuade Su Lin to return to Zhongjiang.
Su Lin hadnât expected Qin Jiuyueâs thoughts to be so intricate. Despite having limited information, she managed to deduce his involvement in the matter based on mere hints.
Su Lin sighed, âSister Jiuyue, some things canât be avoided. Do you know who Li Ziyuâs fiancĂ© is? Itâs that guy we encountered at the square that night, Xiao Chen.â
âWhat? That scoundrel? So, youâre saying Li Ziyanâs death was caused by you?â Qin Jiuyue gasped.
Su Lin nodded, âExactly. At the time, we even joked about how he would kill someone if displeased. Turns out, he really did. With such temperament, how could I possibly avoid him?â
Considering that a few words from Su Lin led Xiao Chen to order Li Ziyanâs death, Qin Jiuyue felt sure that Xiao Chenâs personality wouldnât allow him to let Su Lin off the hook.
She asked worriedly, âWhat should we do?â
Su Lin gently ruffled Qin Jiuyueâs hair, âDonât forget, Iâm also a martial arts grandmaster. Why should I be afraid of him?â
Thinking of Su Linâs martial prowess, Qin Jiuyue felt slightly reassured, âThis person is too evil, resorting to killing at the slightest provocation. No, I must help you deal with him.â
Su Lin laughed, âYou want to help me deal with him?â
âSister Jiuyue, no offense, but your martial prowess is lacking. Youâre like a mascot at home. What makes you think you can take him on?â
Qin Jiuyue, brimming with pride, said, âYouâre underestimating me. Although I may not be strong in combat, being a mascot doesnât mean Iâm easy to bully. Considering this matter started because of me, watch me go and stir things up with my grandfather.â
Thinking of Qin Jiuyueâs mischievous traits, Su Lin couldnât even imagine how she would spin the story, but given Qin Dushuâs intelligence, he would surely make a big deal out of this. After all, the Qin family wouldnât want to see the heir of the Ghost Doctor marrying into the Li family.
Brilliant, indeed.
Su Lin gave her a thumbs up, âI forgot you had this tactic. Brilliant.â
âHehe, this is my talent. Watch me go to my grandfather and complain. With Xiao Chen being Li Ziyuâs fiancĂ©, my grandfather will surely stand up for me.â
Su Lin nodded, âOf course, the beloved Qin familyâs Xiaoyue attracts all the love and care. The scandal of being harassed will make people laugh.â
Qin Jiuyue playfully hit Su Linâs arm, âHarassed? He tried to kidnap me! Abduction!!!â
âThankfully, you were there, Su Lin, to thwart his scheme and prevent him from succeeding.â
Su Lin patted his head, âRight, right, abduction!â
Qin Jiuyueâs concocted story of abduction was full of holes; any martial arts grandmaster could easily kidnap her without trouble. However, Su Lin believed that Qin Dushu would take it seriously and wouldnât doubt it for a second.
Looking at Qin Jiuyue, Su Lin realized her cunning wasnât inferior to Li Ziyuâs.
âMhm, make sure you remember that. If anyone confronts you, just stick to that story. After all, youâre a martial arts grandmaster and the son of Su Zhenguo; no oneâs going to mess with you.â
Su Lin couldnât help but laugh, âSister Jiuyue, youâve got it all figured out.â
âHmph, just listen to your Sister Jiuyue. I wouldnât steer you wrong.â Then, somewhat shyly, she asked, âSu Lin, are you free this afternoon?â
Thinking of Zhao Yanyan, who he had put through a lot yesterday, he felt it was only right to stay by her side and take care of her in the afternoon.
So, he replied, âI might not be free in the afternoon. Is there something you need, Sister Jiuyue?â
Disappointed, Qin Jiuyue shook her head, âNo, I just wanted you to take me out for some fun, but itâs a pity youâre busy.â
Su Lin smiled, âI might be busy in the afternoon, but Iâm free all morning until lunch.â
âReally? Thatâs wonderful.â