A knock sounded outside. Chen Fangze had some strength but dared not speak. He looked at Jun Jiuli, asking what to do with his eyes.
"Boss, it's time to get up. We have an appointment with President Tang today."
"I've already informed President Tang and rescheduled the time. You don't need to worry about it. Send two breakfasts up and leave them by the door. Zhao Jinxiu will get them herself. Don't disturb me if there's nothing else."
The bodyguard immediately replied with an "Okay" and hurried downstairs. Chen Fangze was even more terrified, having no will to resist.
Jun Jiuli had conjured a large sofa from her space last night and was lying on it very comfortably. httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
Another knock sounded from outside. When Jun Jiuli went to open the door, two breakfasts were already placed there.
Only after she finished eating, when the food had gone cold, did Chen Fangze get to eat. Having been abused and highly stressed the previous night, he was already exhausted and hungry. The feeling of suffocation had kept him awake, and his eyes were sore and unbearable. This feeling was truly lousy; being able to eat was the happiest thing after enduring the night.
"Immortal, everything before was my fault. I am willing to offer compensation. Please do not hold it against me."
"Oh, what can you compensate with?"
"You will be living in our place from now on. Money is essential and can solve many troubles. Immortal, do you understand this?"
"I understand, but even if you die, I can still get this money. The two are not mutually exclusive."
Chen Fangze was momentarily speechless. "It's a pity that with your current identity, you cannot use this money at all. Without my handling it, you might be targeted and spend the rest of your life in prison. Although you can escape, it will still have a significant impact on your future life. I hope you, Immortal, will consider carefully. It's better to have fewer troubles. You are probably doing this to avenge Zhao Jinxiu. But she is just a vessel to you. You and I have no past enmity. Why not cooperate for a win-win situation? I will follow your lead from now on."
"I have an excellent trait, which is abiding by the law. Executing scum like you would be letting you off too easily."
Chen Fangze felt incredibly weary. Even with his glib tongue, he couldn't persuade Jun Jiuli. Was he really destined to die? Damn it, how could he be so unlucky to provoke such a malevolent spirit, and he didn't even know how he would die. He gave up struggling, closed his eyes, and no longer tried to persuade Jun Jiuli. Such a thoroughly wicked person. If you asked him if he regretted the wrongdoings he had committed, the answer would definitely be no. He only regretted his bad luck in provoking an existence that should not be provoked. Those they could easily crush, they never took seriously, let alone regretted.
The police also deeply detested President Tang and had been watching him for a long time, but they had never been able to track his movements or obtain evidence. This time, upon receiving the news, even if the news might be false, they would treat it with caution and send people to monitor. President Tang, being involved in that kind of business, was naturally extremely careful and dared not be too ostentatious to attract attention. Only one of his confidantes accompanied him to the dining location. The goods were hidden elsewhere, guarded by a group of subordinates. After receiving the money, he would tell Chen Fangze the location for his people to retrieve.
"Oh, brother, you're finally here. Your little brother has missed you terribly. Please, have a seat, have a seat."
President Tang's expression soured when he didn't see Chen Fangze. He nodded coolly and sat down. The plainclothes police officers who were staking out immediately became vigilant when they spotted the target. They hadn't expected the news to be true. Everyone was excited, and at the same time, they maintained maximum alertness, fearing it was a trick.
"What, your brother isn't here yet? Is this how you show your cooperation? Do I have to invite him myself?"
Old Ye nervously wiped the sweat from his brow. "Brother Tang, don't be anxious. That kid is usually very reliable. He's probably held up by something. I'll call him right away to ask. Or perhaps I should have someone serve the dishes first for you to enjoy."
President Tang immediately sensed something was wrong. His eyes, like those of a hungry wolf, fixed fiercely on Old Ye.
"You're not playing a trick on me, are you?"
The person next to President Tang stared menacingly, his hand already on his waist, as if he would take Old Ye's life the next second if he said anything wrong. Old Ye swallowed, his legs trembling with fear. He wiped the sweat from his forehead with his sleeve, bowing and scraping as he apologized to President Tang.
"Brother, it's just that my younger brother is insensible. Young people are always reckless. I'll call him right now to reprimand him. Our cooperation is sincere. How could I dare to play tricks on you, brother? Who in this circle doesn't respect you?"
President Tang waved his hand. "Hurry up, stop your chatter."
"Yes, sir."
The phone rang for a long time, but no one answered. Old Ye, frustrated, hung up and dialed again, hating Chen Fangze in his heart. He felt a chill down his spine under President Tang's gaze and was close to tears. Damn it, why was it so difficult to just earn some extra money?
"Heh, let's go."
President Tang, with his entourage, quickly left the private room. As soon as they stepped out, they were apprehended by the police. Old Ye hadn't even realized what was happening before he was pinned to the ground.
President Tang smiled thinly, his old face looking rather terrifying. "Officers, I am a law-abiding citizen and a major taxpayer in City A. Your actions are quite inappropriate."
"Tang Zheng, you are suspected of illegal smuggling. Please come with us."
"Heh, who told you I'm a good citizen? Of course, I'll cooperate. However, everything requires evidence. A clear conscience fears no slander."
Seeing President Tang's confident demeanor, Old Ye breathed a sigh of relief, thinking that the old fox was so cunning, he probably wouldn't be caught red-handed. He planned to say nothing later and see if he could get away with it. Today was truly a day of terrible luck. Chen Fangze, that scoundrel, had luckily escaped.
President Tang and Old Ye insisted they were old friends meeting up and said nothing else. Meanwhile, the police officers sent to the outskirts to search for the goods returned empty-handed. President Tang glanced at his watch. "Officers, my time is very valuable. If you cannot produce evidence, you cannot detain me."
Shui Wa said, "This old man is truly shrewd. It seems he didn't trust Old Ye and gave false information. Without receiving the money, he doesn't intend to hand over the goods."
Jun Jiuli picked up Chen Fangze's phone and dialed 110.
"Hello, I want to surrender..."
President Tang: "Officers, I have been very cooperative. It's about time, and I need to go home, otherwise, my family will worry."