As the saying goes, friendship is like a clear spring that nourishes the heart on the road of growth.
Although the friendship between Tan Xiu and Yuan Chuling wasn't particularly deep, but with the mentality of "if someone treats me well, I'll be very kind to them", Yuan Chuling's performance also gave Tan Xiu a place in his heart. Therefore, Tan Xiu chatted with him for more than two hours before they left Shanghai's First Public Hospital.
After returning to Bluestar Villa Complex, Tan Xiu didn't even have a sip of tea before he received a call from someone he had almost forgotten. Moreover, it was an international call.
"Who is it?"
Standing by the bedroom window, Tan Xiu calmly asked.
A silvery voice came from the phone, "Boss, it's Kuwako Yamamoto."
Tan Xiu stared blankly for a moment and suddenly recalled the young lady of Japan's Yamamoto family, the future Young Master of the Northstar One Blade School, and the ninja expert whom he had cast the Soul Ruling Curse on.
"What's the matter?"
"It's an important matter, Boss," said Kuwako respectfully. "I just received an order from my family's patriarch, my father. He wants me to lead a team to China to steal the product information of a company called the Magnificent Tang Corporation in Star City. I know you're in Star City, so I'm calling you. "
Tan Xiu's complexion changed and a cold light flashed in his eyes as he slowly said, "I'm the Magnificent Tang Corporation's Boss. I personally developed the Immortal Wine, Skin Care Lotion, and Scar Removal Cream. Do you think I'll let your Yamamoto family get them? "
"I'm really sorry, Boss," said Kuwako hurriedly. "I didn't know that you're the Magnificent Tang Corporation's Boss, nor did I know that you developed those three products. But my father's order … "
Tan Xiu's mind raced and he pondered for a while before he slowly said, "You can bring your men here and wait for my news after you've settled down in Star City. I'm in Shanghai now and I'll return to Star City in two days. We'll have a long-term plan at that time. Also, how is your development over there after returning to China? "
Kuwako complied and said, "Boss, the Soul Ruling Spell you taught me is really miraculous. I've already secretly controlled one-third of the high-ranking members of the family. They may keep a distance from me on the surface, but they're completely obedient to me in secret. In addition, several elders of the Northstar One-blade School were also under my control with the Mind Controlling Curse. A group of elite ninjas also obeyed my orders. Three years, three years at most, and I will be able to completely control the Yamamoto Clan and the Northstar One-blade School. "
Tan Xiu said with satisfaction, "I see. Later, I will send you a list of cultivation resources. There are some medicinal herbs and ores on it. You can use your power in the island to find them. If you bring a lot of them over, I will reward you with some pills that can help you cultivate faster. "
"Elixir? What's that? "
Asked Kuwako.
"You don't need to know. You just need to find the medicinal herbs and ores on the list I gave you," said Tan Xiu lightly. "If I'm satisfied, I'll give you some pills that can speed up your cultivation. It's even possible to speed it up several times."
Several times?
Kuwako got excited and hurriedly said, "I'll try my best to postpone my trip to China, Boss. I'll try my best to find the medicinal herbs and ores you need."
"Alright!"
Tan Xiu then hung up the phone.
In order to return to the Immortal World and restore his peak state, Tang Xiu needed a lot of cultivation resources. Only with those cultivation resources could he quickly improve his strength and achieve his ultimate goal of revenge.
Japan was a very special country. Although Tan Xiu didn't know the situation there, he believed that it should have some medicinal herbs and ores that he could use. It could be said that Kuwako was his lackey that he had trained and would become his minion in the future to do things that were beneficial to him.
At the Imperial Capital.
At the Tang Family's residence.
Liu Changxi was alone as he stood outside the courtyard with some fruits in his hand, quietly waiting. A soldier stood straight by the door and coldly stared at him with a spear in his hand.
"Department Head Liu, Senior Tang is in the backyard garden. Someone will take you to see him after you go in," said another soldier with a spear in a deep voice as he came out of the courtyard.
Liu Changxi nodded in response and strode through the courtyard's first gate. A pond appeared in front of him. On the left side of the pond was a small round door with bright purple and red flowers in sight. Dozens of birdcages were hung on the lush green branches as the beautiful singing of birds could be heard.
At the center of the garden.
In the antique pavilion, the two brothers, Tang Guoshou and Tang Guosheng, were playing chess. The black and white Go pieces almost covered the entire chessboard. Beside them, the bronze incense burner was emitting green smoke in spirals, filling the air with a faint fragrance that enveloped the small world.
After Liu Changxi arrived, he quietly stood outside the pavilion and didn't disturb the two men playing chess. He just handed the fruits in his hand to the steward who followed him.
"Take off your boots!"
A bright smile appeared on Tang Guoshou's wrinkled face as all the wrinkles on his face smoothed out.
Tang Guosheng shook his head, but his expression was extraordinarily calm. His eyes shifted from the chessboard to Liu Changxi's expression as he beckoned him.
"Senior Tang!"
Liu Changxi respectfully called out to the two.
"Little Liu, what made you think of visiting this old man today?" asked Tang Guosheng with a smile.
"I should've come earlier, actually," said Liu Changxi with a smile. "It's just that I've been busy with official business, so I've been running around outside. I just found some time to come here from Magic City. How's your health? "
Magic City?
Tang Guosheng already knew what happened in Magic City. His eyes instantly narrowed. Although Liu Changxi didn't say anything, he could faintly guess that Liu Changxi's arrival was probably related to his precious grandson.
"You brat, you're as scheming as the stars in the sky. Tell me! What's your purpose in coming here? "
Having his thoughts seen through, Liu Changxi awkwardly smiled and then seriously said, "Senior Tang, the main reason I came here this time is for Tan Xiu. You're his grandfather, so I'm sure he'll listen to you. "
Sure enough!
Tang Guosheng sighed inwardly. The smile on his face also disappeared as he said, "Go on."
"Senior Tang, I believe you've already received all the news in Magic City," said Liu Changxi. "It's all thanks to Tan Xiu this time that some tragedies were avoided. It could be said that if it weren't for Tan Xiu, Zhang Xinya's concert would've turned into a tragedy. The loss at the airport was also reduced to a minimum. I've already asked the higher-ups for Tan Xiu's merit, and he'll be rewarded in a few days. "
"The reason I came to see you this time is because I want him to join our security department. Having him join us will definitely be like adding wings to a tiger. It'll play a greater role in the peace and stability of our country. "
"I've personally invited him several times, but he refused all of them on the grounds of his studies. So can you persuade him to join our security department? You can rest assured. Although I can't give him too much authority, I can guarantee that I'll give him the best treatment. I can even guarantee that as long as he does a good job, I'll give him my position in the future. "
Tang Guosheng squinted his eyes. After listening to Liu Changxi's words, a smile appeared on his face again, and it was even more pronounced than before. However, recalling his grandson's character, he couldn't find any other words to describe it except for a wry smile.
"Little Liu, Xiu may be my grandson, but he's been wandering outside all these years. I just found him a few months ago. Adults have their own thoughts. I may be his grandfather, but it's not appropriate for me to interfere with his decision. I already know about this matter, and I'll talk to him about it. As for the outcome, I can't guarantee you. "
Liu Changxi stared blankly for a moment and then asked in surprise, "Senior Tang, you can't make a decision for him? This … "
"I can naturally help him if he's just an ordinary child," said Tang Guosheng with a smile. "But he can make you beg me. Do you think he's just an ordinary child?"
"You're right, Senior," said Liu Changxi with a wry smile.
"Will you stay for dinner tonight?" asked Tang Guosheng.
"No, thanks. I have to rush back to the unit later," said Liu Changxi quickly. "There are still some unsolved mysteries, and Tan Xiu doesn't want to tell me the truth, so I can only investigate it myself."
"What mystery?" asked Tang Guosheng with his brows raised.
Liu Changxi hesitated for a moment and then said with all seriousness, "This is actually another reason why I came here. A mysterious force has appeared at the crime scene this time. According to our surveillance footage, some suspected members of the extremists were taken away by some mysterious people. In addition, we checked all the traffic surveillance cameras within a five-kilometer radius of the crime scene, as well as the surveillance cameras of the nearby commercial buildings, residences, and shops. There are dozens of suspicious people. What gives us a headache is that these mysterious people are very good at anti-detection. Among the hundreds of surveillance videos, none of the surveillance videos have captured the faces of those people. "
"What?!"
Tang Guosheng and Tang Guoshou were horrified. They used to be in control of great power, so they naturally knew some investigative methods. They couldn't believe it. Hundreds of surveillance areas and dozens of mysterious people, yet none of them had captured their faces. These people … were too powerful, right?
Tang Guosheng took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "You mean, Xiu knows the identity of these people?"
"I suspect that Tan Xiu knows their ins and outs." Liu Changxi nodded. "It's very likely that he knows them." Liu Changxi nodded and said, "Because no one else knows about the appearance of these extremists except the State Security Department and the police."
Countless thoughts churned inside Tang Guosheng's mind. He recalled the game between Tan Xiu and the Yao Family in the South, as well as the mysterious powerhouses Tan Xiu summoned. Suddenly, he was somewhat enlightened. However, he naturally wouldn't speak out his thoughts in front of Liu Changxi, who had a special identity.
[There will be three updates today. Brothers and Sisters, let's buy tickets!]
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