“Maybe” didn’t deter their motivation to visit.
They had a feeling that Zhao Han and Wutang were somewhat familiar with each other…
The next day, Huo Ai had Dong Enyu drive them to Zhao Han’s residence, a serene high-end community.
As Dong Enyu arrived at the villa’s entrance, the familiar gate sent a shiver down her spine, and her neck tensed inexplicably.
Only Dong Enyu knew the subtle psychological effect, and Huo Ai didn’t notice.
“I’ll go say hello first.” Dong Enyu unbuckled her seatbelt, informed Huo Ai, and got out of the car.
However, plans never keep up with changes.
After ringing the doorbell for nearly five minutes, she only attracted the attention of a neighbor.
A young woman with big round eyes and a slight frown looked at Dong Enyu, seemingly puzzled by her actions.
Dong Enyu met the woman’s gaze and immediately offered a friendly smile.
“Hello, did the family here go out?” Dong Enyu adjusted her collar to appear more respectable.
The young woman awkwardly laughed a few times.
“May I ask who you are?”
“I’m a friend of Zhao Han, just passing by and wanted to say hello,” Dong Enyu replied smoothly, without a flaw.
“Unfortunately, the family has already moved out.
You came a bit late,” the young woman unexpectedly gave Dong Enyu a shocking response.
Late? Moved out?
“Sorry, you said…” Dong Enyu’s long hair was blown by the wind, and she brushed it aside, asking in confusion.
“They moved out.
Miss Zhao moved a while ago, and it seemed urgent.
They didn’t even take the furniture,” the young woman pointed to the outdoor setup inside the iron fence, indicating Zhao Han left suddenly, only taking a few suitcases.
“Do you know where she moved to?” Dong Enyu was at a loss.
The young woman shook her head apologetically and turned back inside.
On the road, Dong Enyu’s disappointed figure was reflected in the car window.
Ten minutes later, she returned to the driver’s seat with heavy steps.
She sat down steadily, giving Huo Ai a look.
Huo Ai didn’t ask further, as the empty house confirmed her suspicion.
A dead end.
“No clues?” Huo Ai locked the car door and asked softly.
Though she had a hunch, she couldn’t help but ask.
Dong Enyu shook her head, indicating the young woman wouldn’t say more.
“Sorry.” First, Dong Enyu apologized to Huo Ai.
This made the woman beside her turn her head, tapping her thigh with her fingers, and asked, “Why apologize?”
“Didn’t help,” Dong Enyu showed a strange smile, appearing so humble… To work with Huo Ai, there must be “benefits,” but she currently had no value, so she apologized.
In response, Huo Ai suddenly pulled Dong Enyu’s arm, turned her head, and pressed her lips against Dong Enyu’s, not hard, but firmly biting her, then traced her lips with her tongue, gently and softly, ending a brief but beautiful kiss.
In the past, Huo Ai wouldn’t keep a useless person around, but now…
“Having a useless partner highlights my excellence.” The two were so close, Huo Ai’s every word fell on Dong Enyu’s lips, wet and warm.
Dong Enyu lowered her eyes, leaned forward, and lightly kissed the corner of Huo Ai’s mouth.
“In my heart, you’re the best.” Indeed, Huo Ai was a very capable and excellent woman.
The warm words meant to enhance the atmosphere made Huo Ai frown.
She pushed Dong Enyu away, keeping a distance.
Just as Dong Enyu was at a loss, Huo Ai said seriously, “Don’t seduce me while working.”
She wanted the woman to restrain herself, not to flirt…
Dong Enyu helplessly sat back in the driver’s seat and quietly fastened her seatbelt.
As if nothing had happened.
“Let’s find Luo Ye.” Going around in circles, they ended up in a dead end.
Huo Ai didn’t object, only asked, “Do you know where she is?” As soon as she asked, Huo Ai fell silent.
Dong Enyu noticed Huo Ai’s face looked a bit unpleasant and said, “Let’s check her apartment.”
Huo Ai knew Dong Enyu had mixed with Wutang and had an unspeakable relationship with Luo Ye… Of course, she knew where her hideout was.
Huo Ai crossed her arms, scolding herself internally for asking a stupid question.
…
The car stopped at the building’s base, and Dong Enyu led Huo Ai into the apartment.
As she skillfully pressed the elevator button, Huo Ai glanced at Dong Enyu a few times.
She knew the woman’s past in Wutang, her flirtatious nature, and how much she loved to seduce…
“Are you familiar with this place?” Seeing her walk through the corridor, Huo Ai couldn’t help but suppress a smile.
Dong Enyu blinked, seeing Huo Ai’s expression in the elevator’s reflective mirror.
Not very pleased…
“Stayed here for a while.” The truth was evident, no need to lie.
“Living together?” As soon as Huo Ai asked, the elevator doors opened, and Dong Enyu pretended not to hear, walking out, avoiding the tricky question.
Huo Ai saw this and didn’t pursue it further, as they had more important matters to attend to.
Ding!— The nearly piercing doorbell made Dong Enyu frown, wondering if the bell was always this startling…
As the woman reluctantly prepared to press it a second time, the door suddenly opened with a “bang!”
Luo Ye must have seen Dong Enyu through the peephole, so when she opened the door, she pulled the woman inside.
Unfortunately, Huo Ai’s reaction was just as quick, immediately grabbing Dong Enyu’s other arm and blocking the closing door.
It turned into a tug-of-war…
Luo Ye wore a baseball cap, obscuring her face, but judging by her strength, she seemed very determined.
A strange force pulled Dong Enyu inside, and as the door was about to close, Huo Ai kicked it open.
In a short five seconds, neither gave in, and fortunately, no one was hurt.
Dong Enyu looked at the loosened door and breathed a sigh of relief.
Luo Ye held Dong Enyu’s waist from behind, encircling her entirely.
Warm breath fell on her neck, making the woman instinctively resist.
“We’re here to discuss something with you, no need to take hostages.” Huo Ai adjusted her suit jacket, putting on a professional smile.
Dong Enyu felt the grip on her waist tighten instead of loosen, so she added, “Don’t worry, we don’t have weapons, we won’t harm you.” She knew this was unnecessary, but to cooperate with Huo Ai, she had to steer the situation towards “Luo Ye taking a hostage” rather than “Luo Ye snatching a woman.”
Unfortunately, she was indeed snatching a woman…
Not giving Huo Ai a chance to react or Dong Enyu a chance to struggle, Luo Ye boldly kissed the woman’s cheek in her arms, even making a “pop” sound.
Rather than childish, it was more of a declaration…
Huo Ai’s eyes darkened, and she said calmly, “Enyu, don’t be rude.”
Once Luo Ye’s provocative goal was achieved, the grip on Dong Enyu’s waist weakened.
Dong Enyu pulled away, but as she took a step towards Huo Ai, Luo Ye changed her mind, reaching to pull Dong Enyu back, only to be intercepted by Huo Ai.
As for what Luo Ye intended, Huo Ai knew well.
“Miss Luo, greetings should be enough.” The smile and tone were full of warning.
Luo Ye remained silent, not inviting Huo Ai or Dong Enyu to sit, instead sitting back on the sofa, treating them as if they were invisible.
Her attitude wasn’t developed overnight, and Dong Enyu was quite used to her indifference, while Huo Ai, with her vast experience, wasn’t surprised.
So the three sat around the glass table in the living room.
“We intend to negotiate with the Boss.
Here’s the data, please take a look first,” Huo Ai got straight to the point, laying out photos and a catalog of weapons on the table.
“Please don’t make a hasty decision.
We have our stance, and of course, you have yours, but I hope you’ll make a decision after reviewing the information.”
Huo Ai’s cautious tone might have moved Luo Ye, at least she didn’t immediately sweep the documents off the table…
“As you can see, this batch is arms, not on the same level as previous antique trades.
As far as I know, Wutang’s partners are quite unstable, so please consider carefully.
With Haijiao facilitating the goods, it will be more secure than dealing with underground rats.” Huo Ai spoke smoothly, cleverly comparing the bandits to rats.
Not wanting to provoke Wutang’s subordinates…
Luo Ye rarely finished reading the documents.
She remained silent, took out her phone from her pocket, and went to the balcony to make a call.
Seeing this, Dong Enyu knew there was a fifty percent chance of success, and she slightly relaxed.
“Come here.” Suddenly, Huo Ai beckoned to Dong Enyu across from her, her expression calm.
The woman saw this and slightly propped herself up, leaning forward, only to have Huo Ai bite her cheek, not too hard, not too soft.
For a moment, Dong Enyu was a bit stunned.
Luo Ye happened to pull open the balcony screen door and walk in, just in time to catch the scene…
“No discussion.” After sitting down, Luo Ye only gave Huo Ai this response.
Such a strong two words…
“Is that so?” Seeing this, Huo Ai was not in a hurry.
She crossed her long legs, elegantly leaning against the chair back, but her aura was even more arrogant than before.
“Miss Luo didn’t dare to let us leave, which means there’s room for negotiation, right? Can I interpret it that way?”
Dong Enyu straightened her back, noticing Luo Ye giving her a fierce glance.
It was like being stared at by a wolf…
“Please arrange a meeting with the Boss for us.
As for the introduction fee, you can name your price.” Huo Ai said while taking out a checkbook, spinning a high-end ink pen in her hand, representing power yet so casual.
“You know this deal is good for both of us.
For the sake of a bright future, a little defiance and recommendation shouldn’t be too much, right?”
Defying the Boss, recommending Haijiao…
Dong Enyu pursed her lips and said to Luo Ye, “How much do you want?”
A brief exchange of glances turned the situation around.
“Three million.” As Luo Ye named the price, Huo Ai also wrote down the amount without hesitation.
Was it because Luo Ye needed money, or was there another reason?
Dong Enyu’s lips curled into a slight smile.
As she watched Huo Ai place the check on the glass table, the woman spoke:
“We will find a good location as soon as possible and await the Boss’s visit.”
