?Reading on mobile phone Guan Lijie frowned. Guan Wenfeng said with a dismissive tone, "Dad, it's no surprise that the Qin family isn't giving us the respect. With the old Wei holding his ground, they're certainly not going to buy our account!" Guan Lijie shook his head and said, "I'm not angry because they're not showing us respect. Rather, their actions are a clear signal that they intend to never cooperate with our family. I'm afraid our current approach might not only fail to make an impact, but might even alert them to our intentions!" Guan Wenfeng raised an eyebrow. "So, Dad, you're saying that?" Guan Lijie nodded. "I'm worried that the Qin family originally didn't plan to oppose us. In fact, they've been very busy lately. But our actions have prompted them to reconsider and possibly turn against us. You wouldn't believe it—these days, the old Wei has been constantly busy, touring around the scenic spots!" "Touring scenic spots—what a pleasant interest he has!" Guan Wenfeng smiled. Guan Lijie glared at him: "When did you start seeing problems so superficially? Is Wei really someone who's content with solitude? He may appear to be touring constantly, but in reality, he's going up to see his old subordinates—what exactly does he want, doesn't that seem clear? Moreover, it's said he also made a detour to Zhongyuan Province to meet Qin Feng!" Guan Wenfeng grew more attentive: "Then Qin Feng must have already received some instructions from the elder. If only we had known about this earlier, we shouldn't have sent anyone over—there's a real chance we've ended up making things worse!" Guan Lijie was most concerned about this point, and he added: "Since Ma left, I've been on edge ever since. Though I didn't provide him with substantial intelligence initially, once people find out about our relationship, even if I jump into the Yellow River, I won't be able to clear my name!" "Yes, where exactly has that quiet, unassuming man gone?" "Guan Wenfeng stroked his chin and said, 'I've hired the top private intelligence firm in Southeast Asia. After all these days, I still haven't heard a single thing!' This isn't surprising at all—Ma Zhifei was already a highly skilled intelligence officer, well-versed in all the procedures. While finding him wasn't impossible, it certainly wasn't easy. As long as the Ma family wasn't captured by Chinese officials, Guan Liye should be safe. No denying it—after switching her style, the beautiful senior sister has a completely fresh charm. "Are you not happy to see me?" Liu Su smiled with a deeply thoughtful expression, asking, "Or are you impressed by my new look?" "According to your perspective, what exactly should I do to appear happy?" Qin, the young magnate, countered, "Should I look genuinely surprised, or even dazzled?" "Pah, I haven't the slightest idea about you," the beautiful senior sister shot him a look. Qin immediately broke into a mischievous smile, opened his arms, and without hesitation wrapped his arms around her slender waist, lifting her off the ground, then spun her around in place, calling out, "Su Su, I absolutely love your new look—it's no less impressive than those professional women!" The beautiful senior sister smiled, thoroughly satisfied with Qin's current performance—she had certainly earned her two hours of makeup time. "Alright, alright," she said, "let's not make a scene." "While gently patting his shoulders, she said, 'What's there to be afraid of? What could happen if people see us?' Qin, of course, wasn't ready to let go just yet—he hadn't even secured much advantage yet. The beautiful senior explained, 'I came to see you secretly, possibly even being followed. My aunt suffered a setback at Bai He Gate last time and has since become highly suspicious, with a much worse temper—she'll often resort to harsh treatment whenever she's displeased. I've been extremely cautious every day, afraid of making any mistake that might give her grounds to hold me accountable!' Qin looked up at her and said, 'She wouldn't treat you so harshly, after all—you're her own niece!' 'She's personally eliminated several of her paramours,' Liu Su replied. 'Since returning from Bai He Gate, her skill has greatly improved—she used to be ten times stronger than me, but now she's at least thirty times stronger. To be blunt, all she needs to do is flick her little finger, and my life would be over!' "Oh, we'd better be careful." Qin lightly set her down, his face serious. "Since Su Su has risked her life to come see me, there must be something important. Just tell me—no matter how steep the mountain or how hot the oil, I won't flinch a bit!" Liu Su pouted. "You always talk big when I'm around. 'Up the mountain on sharp blades, down into molten oil'—how easy that sounds! Can I really afford it?" Qin, the young lord, chuckled and then kissed the soft, fragrant lips of the beautiful woman with a series of French-style lingering kisses, satisfied only after that. The beautiful sister blushed, saying, "These days, I've been constantly dealing with business people, and now I finally understand what it means to be a shrewd merchant. Those fellows are all old hands—real foxes. I've had to dress and present myself more maturely just to keep up with them. Otherwise, I simply couldn't hold my own!" "Ah, Su Su, you've worked hard. Once you become the Master, you'll be able to learn how to relax and just let things run smoothly—just like I do." "Qin Feng continued to cradle her slender waist, saying, "What has your aunt been planning lately? Last time, she was sent out in such a dramatic fashion—does she really intend to accept that?" Liu Yun, of course, wasn't willing to accept it. Over the past several months at Bai He Gate, her progress had surpassed even her achievements in the previous years. Now, she was constantly thinking about how to get closer to cultivators. Yet, despite her significant growth, she still couldn't match the older masters at Bai He Gate. Currently, she had successfully brought in her two younger siblings—once expelled from the gate—who now serve as her left and right protectors. Though the titles of left and right protectors were merely formalities, the three spent entire days lying in bed, unwilling to rise. Though both were capable cultivators in their own right, they were now fast becoming mere shadows. "I understand your intention," Qin Feng smiled. "You'd like me, representing Bai He Gate, to take on the trouble of the Tian Li Sect, wouldn't you?" "Exactly. Only by shifting my aunt's attention can I gain access to more secrets." Liu Su lowered her voice and said, "She now loves and hates the cultivators alike. If the Bai He Gate causes trouble, she'll certainly be overwhelmed!"