A Man and a Woman
After sending Ernst off, Xia Fei only felt relaxed. After all, it was not easy to resist temptation, not to mention that it was Avrils and the entire Starlink Corporation. The value was immeasurable, and anyone would go crazy for it.
Phantom shook his head like a rattle drum. "You're crazy. You're definitely crazy. Why would you reject such a good offer?"
Xia Fei lit a cigarette and calmly said, Avrils isnt a commodity; you cant use her for a deal. If youre Ernst, would you hand over the Starlink Corporation that countless generations of people have worked hard to build over to a stranger you just met for the first time?
Phantom furrowed his eyebrows and pondered for a long time. Though Ernst claims that he did it to save his family, its still a little far-fetched when you think about it. Begging you isnt the only way to save Barty. As a member of a top family in the Alliance, Ernst should have other ways, so there is no reason for him to bet his life on you.
There is something strange about this matter. I cant figure it out, so I rejected it, Xia Fei said. Under the circumstances just now, rejecting was the safest way to deal with it.
Phantom seemed to understand a little, but he could not fully grasp it. Actually, it was not just him; even Xia Fei did not understand Ernst's true intentions. He was only acting based on his intuition.
"Then what is the other way that you mentioned just now to save the Jian family's reputation?" Phantom changed the topic and asked.
"Kill Barty."
"Kill him?"
That's right. Only with Barty's death can the impact of this matter be minimized. In any case, this matter will definitely get out. Even if I don't say anything, I can't stop the Ling brothers from saying anything. You know how much they hate Barty. Besides, this matter will be reported to the Adjudicator Union sooner or later. When that time comes, anyone who has anything to do with Bliss Club will be uprooted.
If Barty dies, this matter will be his personal action, and it wont affect the family. Think about it; if Barty were to appear in court and face the wrath of countless citizens, it will be a serious matter for the Jian family.
Phantom nodded repeatedly. "That's indeed the case. Once a person dies, everything else stops. Comparatively speaking, this will be the least loss to the Jian family. It's just that Ernst actually agreed to you killing his own son. This is truly incomprehensible. He's truly ruthless." Phantom nodded. "That's right.
Xia Fei smiled. He looked so sad when he left, as if he had aged a lot in an instant. It's clear that it's not that he doesn't care about Barty; he's just doing what he should do for the sake of his family. Abandoning his own son at such a crucial time isnt something just anyone can do.
Honestly, if not for Avrils sake, Id not even bother killing Barty. Killing someone like that would only dirty my hands.
The corridor was empty, with only Pang Hai standing there. Avril and Ernst had already left for the restaurant, so the bodyguards followed behind them.
Pang Hai was the only one standing in the empty hallway. Avrils and Ernst had already left for the dining hall, so the bodyguards followed behind them.
Xia Fei nodded. He did not have a good impression of Pang Hai, but he was not a bad person, either. He had protected Barty out of love, and no matter how bad Barty was, Pang Hai was still protecting him. Such loyalty was admirable. Besides, Pang Hai was about to retire, so Xia Fei decided to let the stubbornly loyal old man off the hook.
Congratulations. The old man admires you very much, Pang Hai said softly.
What do you mean? Xia Fei was slightly surprised. His son was about to die by his hands, yet Ernst actually admired him. Could he have taken the wrong medicine?
Pang Hai forced a smile. Ive told you before that you and the Jian family live in two completely different worlds. If you let Barty go today for the sake of the family fortune, Im sure you wont be able to step foot in the Jian family ever again. It is because you refused and suggested killing Barty that Old Master started to appreciate you. Thats why Old Master appreciates you so much.
Xia Fei knitted his eyebrows. He appreciates me for wanting to kill his son?
I know you dont understand, but you must remember that the Jian family has been able to stand tall for so many years because they always make the right choice at the most crucial moment.
Pang Hai narrowed his eyes at Xia Fei. Thats how the upper class conducts themselves. Youll get used to it after some time.
The dinner was tasteless. Ernst's mood was heavy, and he did not say much the entire night. Xia Fei was thinking about what Pang Hai had said to him. The way the top families in the Alliance did things was indeed very different from the way ordinary families did things. They were even willing to sacrifice their own sons for the sake of their family, and he believed that not many people could do that.
Poor Avrils did not know what was going on. She wanted to make her grandfather happy one moment and worry about Xia Fei the next, so she was depressed the entire night.
The gloomy dinner was finally over. Ernst said goodbye to Pang Hai, saying that he was returning to his secluded place. Before he left, Ernst gave Xia Fei a meaningful look, as if he wanted to say something to Xia Fei, but he ultimately did not say it.
After sending Ernst off, Xia Fei and Avrils walked side by side back to their floor. Xia Fei did not return to his own room but went to Avrils room and gently opened the door.
Ill be staying here tonight, Xia Fei said softly.
Youre staying here? What about me? Avrils face was full of surprise.
Youre staying here too.
Avrils only felt a wave of dizziness. Her pretty face was flushed red like a ripe red apple. She never thought that Xia Fei would so generously ask to share a room with her. Even a fool would not find it hard to imagine what would happen if a man and woman were to share a room together.
Girls matured early, and though Avrils was still a virgin, she still vaguely knew a thing or two about the affairs between a man and a woman.
Could he be thinking of Avrils getting more and more embarrassed the more she thought about it. She lowered her head and took small steps into the room, her little heart thumping wildly. She did not know why she was afraid, but she was also vaguely looking forward to it.
Xia Fei smiled at the dumbfounded Pang Xing, then turned around and closed the door.
* Snap! *
The automatic lock gently closed, and Pang Xing finally came to his senses.
B * stard!
B * stard!
B * stard!
The bodyguards waiting outside could no longer suppress the anger in their hearts, each of them angrily cursing at Xia Fei. All of them believed that the beautiful Avrils would inevitably be with him tonight.
In the hearts of these bodyguards, Avrils was like an unreachable saintess that they could only watch from afar, yet the unprepossessing Xia Fei was actually trying to claim this elegance and beauty for himself. This made them feel extremely unbalanced.
Xia Fei's attitude just now, openly calling Avrils into the room as if it was only right for her to accompany him, made the bodyguards' anger toward Xia Fei rise to an unprecedented level.
Xia Fei closed the door and the thick curtains, instantly making the room a lot darker. A man and a woman alone in such an environment could not help but let their imaginations run wild. Xia Fei openly lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling as if he was thinking about something.
Avrils stood by the door, feeling very uncomfortable. She just wanted to find a hole to hide in. Hes lying on my bed. What is he trying to do? Is he waiting for me?
After hesitating for a long time, Avrils whispered like a mosquito, Im going to take a shower first.
Oh, Xia Fei gave a very simple answer.
Changing into slippers, Avril hurriedly hid in the bathroom. Before she closed the door, she sneaked a peek at Xia Fei, only to see him calmly lying on the bed, meditating. Avril's heart skipped a beat. Xia Fei looks very calm. Perhaps he has some experience.
She hid behind the door and covered her burning face nervously. "This is so embarrassing. What am I thinking?"
After taking a hot shower, Avrils stood in front of the mirror and combed her golden hair over and over again. Carefully wiping the water droplets off her skin, Avrils stared at the mirror in a daze.
Is it today? That's so annoying. Im not ready yet.
Being with Xia Fei should be nice, right?
What should I say when I go out later?
A young lady's heart was as unpredictable as the weather in June. Avrils was nervous one moment and expectant the next. Even she had no idea why.
Are you alright? Xia Fei knocked on the door and asked.
Dont come in! Avril was startled by Xia Feis knocking on the door as she anxiously yelled.
Oh, as long as youre fine.
Avrils clutched her heart. She had just mustered up the courage to go out, but Xia Fei's shock made her panic again.
It took a long time for Avril to regain her composure. She opened the door and shyly walked over to the bed. She lowered her head and sat down. Her fair hands kept rubbing the corner of her pajamas, and her face was full of peach blossoms.
Xia Fei jumped up from the bed and walked over to Avrils.
Hes here! Avrils heart skipped a beat, and her head drooped even lower. Her heart was in a state of panic.
Just as Xia Fei's fingers touched Avrils hair, Avrils suddenly hugged Xia Fei's waist and pouted. You need to be gentler.
Her mind was blank. She had no idea why she had said those words.
Xia Fei was slightly taken aback. Go to sleep first. Im going to take a shower, too.
* Whoosh! *
Avrils hurriedly let go of Xia Fei and quickly crawled under the covers, wrapping herself up tightly from head to toe.
Not long after, the sound of running water could be heard from the bathroom. Xia Fei was much faster than Avrils shower, and it only took him two minutes before Xia Fei's footsteps could be heard in the room again.
He's coming! Avrils nervously thought to herself as she curled up under the covers.
A minute passed, and there was no movement.
Three minutes passed, and Xia Fei still had not removed Avrils blanket.
Ten minutes later, Avrils finally could not help but poke her head out and look around curiously.
She saw Xia Fei lying flat on the carpet with his clothes under his head as a pillow. His eyes were closed, and he had already fallen asleep.
Avrils was very disappointed. She pouted and huffed coldly, curling back under the covers as she muttered to herself, Stupid Xia Fei. Bad Xia Fei. You only know how to tease me.
After some time, Avrils finally fell asleep from exhaustion. She had not done anything today, yet she felt even more tired than before.
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