"You want me to help him turn over? That's too much trouble," Yu Mengzhi muttered a few times before finally adding, "Fine, if anything happens to him, I'll be responsible too."
After convincing herself, Yu Mengzhi exerted great effort to help Chen Jinzhao turn over.
Before she could leave, Chen Jinzhao suddenly reached out and pulled her into his embrace, causing Yu Mengzhi to yelp in surprise. Even worse, Chen Jinzhao's grip was so strong that she couldn't break free.
It only took a moment.
Chen Jinzhao had Yu Mengzhi locked in his arms.
No matter how much she struggled, it was useless.
Yu Mengzhi regretted it instantly. She shouldn't have helped Chen Jinzhao turn over; now she had fallen into his hands again.
"Chen Jinzhao!"
She was a little angry.
However, Chen Jinzhao merely held her tightly and didn't do anything excessive.
Yu Mengzhi breathed a sigh of relief.
She tried to struggle a few more times but still couldn't break free, so she could only lie obediently in Chen Jinzhao's arms. What made Yu Mengzhi feel even more ashamed was that her mind kept replaying the passionate moments from those two nights.
Was she expecting it?
"No, it's not like that. How could I think of these things?" Yu Mengzhi bit her lip, vehemently denying it.
After a moment.
Yu Mengzhi found that she actually quite liked the feeling of being cared for. It made her wonder if she had Stockholm Syndrome. This guy Chen Jinzhao always bullied her, yet she inexplicably had a slight liking for him.
She quietly raised her head and carefully observed Chen Jinzhao's face.
Despite Chen Jinzhao's usual unkempt appearance and lazy demeanor, Yu Mengzhi's careful observation revealed that he was very handsome, with chiseled features.
Chen Jinzhao's type was more to Yu Mengzhi's taste than the popular pretty boys flooding the internet.
After staring for a while, Yu Mengzhi withdrew her gaze.
Chen Jinzhao had already fallen into a deep sleep. It was time for her to leave, lest any accidents happen in the middle of the night.
Yu Mengzhi rolled out of bed, covered Chen Jinzhao with a blanket, and murmured to herself, "It's impossible between us, like two parallel lines that never intersect. Qin Fengwu will probably make a move soon."
Even though Yu Lingxiao had readily agreed to her dating Chen Jinzhao, she knew her grandfather's true intentions.
It was merely to make her give up.
Thinking of this.
Yu Mengzhi let out a soft sigh and then tiptoed away.
The next morning.
The morning sun shone on Chen Jinzhao's face. Chen Jinzhao rubbed his aching head as he woke up. He couldn't remember what had happened last night and was a little puzzled when he saw the blanket on him.
It was Saturday, and he didn't have to work.
Chen Jinzhao lay in bed for a moment, his gaze gradually sharpening.
After the guidance from Xu Hanchen and Wen Fuxun, coupled with his own reflections in the past few days, Chen Jinzhao decided to pick up his weapon again and re-enlist!
He would not only live for himself but also for his fallen brothers!
From a corner of the wardrobe, Chen Jinzhao took out an ancient wooden box. Inside lay a sharp triangular bayonet—the Tai Sui!
Sunlight glinted off the Tai Sui, casting a chilling gleam.
When the Tai Sui appears, the enemy will perish!
After making thorough preparations, Chen Jinzhao contacted Xu Hanchen.
Xu Hanchen let out a hearty laugh upon hearing Chen Jinzhao's decision and arranged to meet at the Ninghai Seventh Recuperation Center. Chen Jinzhao hung up and rushed to the Seventh Recuperation Center without delay.
At ten o'clock in the morning.
The two met in the courtyard of the Seventh Recuperation Center.
Xu Hanchen scrutinized Chen Jinzhao solemnly, "Are you truly ready?"
"Yes!"
Chen Jinzhao's eyes blazed like torches.
Xu Hanchen couldn't help but smile, "Good, good, good. I've been waiting for these words for a long time. The Jade-Faced Yama returns to the jianghu; I wonder how many people will tremble?"
"Director Xu flatters me. I am merely a soldier under your command," Chen Jinzhao replied.
Xu Hanchen patted Chen Jinzhao's shoulder, urging him to relax. He didn't need to put on airs in front of him. All formalities could be cast aside.
Chen Jinzhao grinned.
Old Xu was still Old Xu, unchanged.
One must remember that this elder before him ranked among the top three in the military but had no airs whatsoever.
"Director Xu, what can I do for you?" Chen Jinzhao asked.
Xu Hanchen walked ahead, with Chen Jinzhao following closely. Soon, he heard Xu Hanchen say, "From now on, you will report directly to me and will not be affiliated with any organization or agency. I want you to do two things. First, root out the enemy agents who have infiltrated our country. Recently, the Black Blood organization has been aggressive, sending many people into the country to steal our secrets and assassinate scientists in our high-tech fields."
"Among them is Wen Fuxun."
Chen Jinzhao was inwardly shocked. How could this be related to Wen Fuxun?
The Black Blood organization was the most powerful underground force overseas, backed by shadowy entities from various countries.
Those targeted by Black Blood rarely met a good end.
Xu Hanchen, sensing Chen Jinzhao's doubts, continued unhurriedly, "Wen Fuxun is a top scientist in biochemistry and possesses extremely important scientific technology. The mastermind behind the incident three years ago was Black Blood, because you had previously rescued Wen Fuxun from their clutches. Protecting him is your utmost priority."
Chen Jinzhao clenched his fists.
"I will have detailed information sent to you. Act as you see fit then."
"Director Xu, what if I accidentally kill those scumbags..." Chen Jinzhao knew well that the city was not the border. Killing someone would cause a lot of trouble.
Xu Hanchen replied, "As long as their identities are confirmed, there will be no problem."
In other words.
He trusted Chen Jinzhao not to kill innocent people.
This was trust!
Chen Jinzhao nodded, "And the second task?"
Xu Hanchen didn't answer immediately but continued walking, which made Chen Jinzhao slightly puzzled. Nevertheless, he followed Xu Hanchen faithfully.
The green path was silent.
As they passed a small building, Yu Lingxiao appeared on the third-floor balcony.
Yu Lingxiao had come to visit old friends at the recuperation center and wanted to take the opportunity to meet Xu Hanchen. When his subordinate informed him that Xu Hanchen was passing by below, he hurried to the balcony to look down.
He saw Xu Hanchen walking away, with a young man following behind him.
It would be too deliberate to go downstairs now.
At this moment.
An old man appeared beside Yu Lingxiao, Tao Zixing, Yu Lingxiao's friend at the recuperation center.
Tao Zixing had helped Yu Lingxiao a lot during his tenure. They had a relationship where they prospered or suffered together. He followed Yu Lingxiao's gaze downwards and saw Chen Jinzhao's back.
"Huh?"
"Why is he back?"
Yu Lingxiao's heart stirred. It seemed this young man was more than just Xu Hanchen's guard?
"Are you referring to that young man? Who is he?"
Tao Zixing withdrew his gaze and said with some emotion, "In terms of seniority, I am older than him. Don't be fooled by his young age; his abilities are unparalleled in the three armies, and even the higher-ups have praised him repeatedly."
"Even your future grandson-in-law, Qin Fengwu, is likely far inferior to him in ability."