Ye Fei’s guess was spot on. Ye Xuan’s situation was truly dire, to the point where the phrase "life or death" hardly sufficed to describe it.
She was utterly cornered. A few days ago, a new force had suddenly emerged in the seemingly tranquil Linhai, swiftly sweeping through many of Feilong Gang’s territories.
These individuals were not only armed with powerful firearms but also possessed terrifying combat skills, as if they were not ordinary gang members but a specially trained military unit.
Feilong Gang was utterly defenseless against them. Fortunately, the attackers operated covertly, and Feilong Gang, due to concerns about losing face, chose to keep the matter under wraps.
As a result, the incident remained unknown outside the two factions involved.
Initially, Ye Xuan had grown weary over the years and had considered leave this circle. If the other side didn’t press for total annihilation, she was ready to step down and enjoy life with her daughter. However, the attackers’ demands were simply unacceptable.
Their leader had the audacity to demand that she become his woman, threatening to wipe out Feilong Gang if she refused.
Despite being a prominent figure in the underworld, Ye Xuan had always maintained her integrity. Since her husband’s passing, she had never sought another man, not even entertaining the thought.
Naturally, she could not accept such an outrageous demand. Yet, the thought of abandoning the loyal brothers who had fought by her side for years was equally impossible. Thus, she devised the current plan.
Ye Xuan intended to collaborate with the Lingyun Society to take over Lanhua, then relocate Feilong Gang there entirely.
If an alliance with the Lingyun Society could be forged, she might even regain control of Linhai with their help. She was well aware of the Lingyun Society’s formidable background.
The captain of the Wang Hai City Special Forces was the current leader’s aunt.
If the Lingyun Society faced trouble, she would undoubtedly intervene.
With the Special Forces acting under the guise of counter-terrorism, taking down the attackers would be a straightforward task.
What Ye Xuan had never anticipated was the extraordinary acumen of the young leader of the Lingyun Society. Before their first collaboration had even begun, he had already deduced her predicament and seized the initiative.
With a soft sigh, Ye Xuan’s previously maintained composure waned.
"Alright, I won’t hide it anymore. Here’s the situation..." She then recounted her current dilemma to Ye Fei.
Ye Fei’s interest was piqued. The bald man and his crew had almost completely taken control of Lanhua, and their next target was Linhai.
They had anticipated a confrontation with Feilong Gang, but it turned out that another group had made the first move.
The fact that Feilong Gang, despite its strength, was utterly defenseless against the attackers indicated that these were no ordinary people. However, Ye Fei had never feared powerful opponents.
With countless experts at his disposal, he knew that no matter how formidable the adversary, the outcome would always be the same: total domination.
"Do you know the background of these people?" Ye Fei asked Ye Xuan.
Since they were destined to become enemies, he naturally wanted to gather as much information as possible.
Hearing Ye Fei’s implication that he intended to deal with the attackers, Ye Xuan’s spirits lifted.
"According to my men who have encountered them, although these people look similar to the people of Longguo, some of them speak a language that is not Longguo’s at all."
"Hmm?" Ye Fei was taken aback. Could they be foreigners? He asked, "Are you sure it’s not just a regional dialect?"
Ye Xuan replied with a hint of embarrassment, "My men are rather unsophisticated and don’t know much about these things. But they say the language is similar to what’s heard in many adult films. So, I suspect they might be from the Wa country."
"Alright, I’ll have someone look into it," Ye Fei said. He was already fairly certain of Ye Xuan’s guess.
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Among the people who looked similar to Longguo, only that rather repulsive small country was known for producing such films. He hadn’t seen them himself but had certainly heard of them.
"So, you’re planning to help us?"
Ye Xuan asked with a mixture of surprise and hope.
Ye Fei responded indifferently, "It’s not exactly about helping you. Our next target is Linhai, so dealing with them is inevitable. You don’t need to thank us."
"Next target?" Ye Xuan was puzzled by Ye Fei’s words.
"Since you were planning to move into Lanhua, you must know something about the situation there, right?" Ye Fei inquired.
"Have you heard of the Brotherhood in Lanhua?"
The Brotherhood? Ye Xuan was taken aback. She had heard a lot about this gang.
Since its sudden emergence over a month ago, it had swept through all the underground forces in Lanhua that had emerged after the fall of the Wu family with overwhelming force. Its combat strength was truly terrifying.
If it weren’t for the Brotherhood’s open and above-board approach, which was completely different from those insidious fellows, and the fact that its members were clearly people of Longguo, Ye Xuan would have suspected that the people in Linhai were also part of the Brotherhood.
The main reason she sought collaboration with the Lingyun Society was to counter the Brotherhood; otherwise, with Feilong Gang’s combat strength, taking over the fragmented Lanhua wouldn’t have been too difficult.
Now, with Ye Fei suddenly mentioning this force, Ye Xuan was struck by a dreadful possibility.
Even she, known for her calm and ruthless demeanor, could no longer remain composed. She asked in astonishment, "Could it be that the Brotherhood is related to you?"
"Indeed," Ye Fei nodded. "The Brotherhood is actually a part of the Lingyun Society’s extended influence."
In an instant, Ye Xuan understood everything.
No wonder Ye Fei showed no interest when she proposed moving into Lanhua; it was already in his grasp. It was laughable that she had tried to use this as a bargaining chip.
However, after the initial shock, Ye Xuan felt a surge of anticipation. She was genuinely curious to see how far this boy, who was more beautiful than many women, could go.
At just sixteen, he was already this formidable.
Could he possibly usher in a new era? Her previously dormant ambitions flared up again, and she was eager to be part of it, though she wasn’t sure if Ye Fei would accept her.
"Once the situation in Lanhua stabilizes, we will move into Linhai. I hope Feilong Gang won’t stand in our way, because our real target is the scum from Wa country!" Ye Fei said, his eyes flashing with excitement for the first time.
The current territorial disputes no longer interested him in the slightest, but the thought of dealing with foreigners, especially from that despicable nation, still thrilled him.
"Rest assured, Feilong Gang will never be a stumbling block for the Lingyun Society," Ye Xuan said. She was a woman who acted decisively.
Once she made up her mind, she didn’t hesitate, because she knew her current strength was probably insignificant to Ye Fei.
If she didn’t seize the opportunity now, joining them later would be nearly impossible. "Moreover, I really hope Feilong Gang can participate as well."
"Hmm?" Ye Fei was surprised by the woman’s decisiveness and couldn’t help but admire her even more. He smiled faintly and said, "Is there something more you’re trying to say, Boss Ye?"
Ye Xuan nodded and said straightforwardly, "Yes, I want to lead the entire Feilong Gang to join the Lingyun Society. I wonder if we have the qualifications?"
"Of course," Ye Fei said with a smile.
"We are facing foreign enemies now, so anyone who wants to join is a brother!" With that, Ye Fei stood up, extended his hand to Ye Xuan, and continued, "Boss Ye, welcome aboard!"
Ye Xuan also stood up and shook Ye Fei’s hand.
For the first time, a genuine smile appeared on her face.
"The title of ’boss’ doesn’t suit me anymore. From now on, there’s only one Boss Ye here."
Ye Fei smiled again and reluctantly released Ye Xuan’s soft hand.
Like her height, her hand was slender and had a cool sensation, which felt very comfortable to hold.
However, Ye Fei didn’t sense any internal energy from her, indicating that this was due to her physical constitution.
As for what kind of constitution it was, Ye Fei wasn’t quite sure.
"Well, I have no more business here. I’ll leave the rest to Uncle De and... Sister Ye," Ye Fei said with a smile.
At that moment, Ye Xuan was astonished to find that Ye Fei’s aura had changed dramatically.
From a calculating and formidable mastermind, he transformed into an innocent and sunny young man. Even his smile was filled with childlike purity.
As Ye Fei’s figure receded from sight, Ye Xuan’s long-quiet heart unexpectedly rippled with a subtle wave. She was a strong-willed woman, and thus admired those who exuded strength.
Yet deep within, she yearned for the innocence she had known in her childhood. Ye Fei’s demeanor had struck a chord with all her innermost longings. She even wondered if, had she been a decade younger, she might have found it hard to resist his charm.
Little did she know that as these thoughts crossed her mind, she was already gradually succumbing to his allure. Sometimes, age is no barrier to certain emotions.
Exiting the conference room, Ye Fei’s lips curled into a faint smile. He hadn’t anticipated that his spontaneous visit would not only bring Feilong Gang under his wing but also yield such crucial information.
The prospect of venturing into Linhai no longer weighed on his mind, for the adversaries they faced were truly outliers—enemies to be vanquished without restraint.
His readiness to trust Ye Xuan stemmed not from her beauty, but from the sincerity he saw in her eyes.
Moreover, Ye Fei had never feared betrayal.
With a friendly nod to the guards at the entrance, Ye Fei left the headquarters of the Lingyun Society.
Night had fully descended, and he imagined his mother must be home by now. His heart swelled with anticipation.
If his adoptive mother, Su Yuxian, could be so moved, he could hardly wait to see his own mother’s reaction.
Eager to return, Ye Fei pushed his car to its limits.
The powerful vehicle streaked down the road like a bolt of black lightning.
In less than ten minutes, he pulled up outside the Liu family villa. Seeing the lights on at home, a smile of excitement spread across his face.