The Whale in the Mountains
Chapter 247 The Eve of Departure
He Xin Yi was shocked and asked in disbelief.
Lin Shifu, who was beside her, was also shocked. He obviously didn't expect to hear the words "Icefire Island" from Chen Xiao's mouth, and immediately became vigilant.
Chen Xiao curled the corner of his mouth and hummed softly, "Given that you just went back on your word with me, I can't answer this question."
“……”
He Xin Yi was speechless again, but after a while, she still patiently pleaded with Chen Xiao, "Sir, I wonder if we could talk in private?"
"Sure."
This place was crowded and not a place to talk. Chen Xiao nodded and agreed.
"Please!"
The group walked outside, and He Xin Yi invited Chen Xiao into her super-luxury RV, customized by the manufacturer.
As for the others, they could only wait outside.
Seeing this, Huang Wenlei was extremely jealous. How much he wished he was the one invited in!
Li Qin also pouted, staring unblinkingly at the RV, as if she wanted to see right through it to find out what Chen Xiao and that glamorous woman were doing inside!
Seeing this scene, Gu Zhendong teased in a low voice, "What's wrong, jealous?"
Li Qin curled her lips, immediately turned her head away, and spat, "Tch, as if I would be jealous of him!"
At the same time, inside the RV, after the two introduced themselves, He Xin Yi poured Chen Xiao a glass of red wine.
"Mr. Chen, please."
Chen Xiao took a sip and went straight to the point, "Let's cut the crap and get straight to the point. So your purpose is Icefire Island, right?"
"Yes, that's right. Our purpose is indeed Icefire Island."
He Xin Yi admitted.
As she spoke, she lowered her chest slightly, exposing large areas of her fair skin to Chen Xiao's eyes, and her captivating gaze was constantly scanning Chen Xiao.
It had to be said that He Xin Yi was indeed very beautiful, very glamorous.
It was just a pity that Chen Xiao was not interested in this type of woman.
What's more, He Xin Yi was so open…
"Mr. Chen, I wonder where you heard about Icefire Island?"
He Xin Yi asked.
Chen Xiao shook the glass of red wine and said slowly, "Given your previous reneging behavior, I think it's better if I ask first, and you answer."
“……”
He Xin Yi was speechless again, her delicate nose wrinkled slightly, thinking that this man was never going to let it go.
Chen Xiao then asked directly, "Where did you hear about Icefire Island, and what is your purpose for going there?"
Chen Xiao looked very official, making He Xin Yi realize that her charm offensive had failed. She immediately sat up straight, put on a coat to wrap herself up tightly, as if she would never give Chen Xiao any advantage.
"Lin Shifu told me about Icefire Island. According to him, there are many natural treasures on Icefire Island that can prolong life. My grandfather is seriously ill and his lifespan is coming to an end. I want to find some natural treasures to extend his life!"
When He Xin Yi got straight to the point, she really got straight to the point, without any beating around the bush.
"I see."
Chen Xiao nodded slightly. He had thought that He Xin Yi knew what treasures were on Icefire Island, but he didn't expect that she was just a treasure hunter hoping to strike it rich. In that case, he wouldn't be able to get any valuable information from her.
"Alright, I've finished asking my questions. You can ask me whatever you want."
Chen Xiao was not like He Xin Yi; he was a man of his word.
But he didn't expect that the first question He Xin Yi asked would leave him speechless.
"I want to ask you, do you know where Icefire Island is?"
He Xin Yi asked very seriously.
Hearing this question, Chen Xiao almost laughed out loud, "So you don't even know where Icefire Island is? Then why did you sweep all the medicinal herbs on the market?"
He Xin Yi wrinkled her nose and said, "Lin Shifu said he needed them, and the more the better, so I bought them all."
Alright, she was indeed rich and generous!
Chen Xiao looked at He Xin Yi with a playful expression and said slowly, "It's a coincidence that I'm also planning to go to Icefire Island. Although I don't know exactly where Icefire Island is, my companion happens to know…"
"Really? Take us with you!"
He Xin Yi immediately became excited, her tone laced with a hint of command.
Chen Xiao smiled disdainfully, "Why should I take you? Not only will it not benefit me, but you will also compete with me for treasures. That's not worth it."
"I can give you money. How much do you want? Name your price!"
He Xin Yi looked determined to get her way.
Chen Xiao shook his head, "I'm not interested in money, but if you give me that spiritual medicine, I might consider it."
"Spiritual medicine?"
He Xin Yi was slightly stunned, then realized, "Are you talking about the Buddha's Hand Citron?"
Buddha's Hand Citron? Who came up with such an unpleasant name?
Chen Xiao couldn't help but roll his eyes.
"Yes, that's the thing. If you give it to me, I'll take you to Icefire Island."
He Xin Yi considered for a moment, and finally gritted her teeth and handed the Buddha's Hand Citron to Chen Xiao.
"Deal!"
Chen Xiao grabbed the Buddha's Hand Citron, then turned and walked out.
"Then let's set off in three days. Miss He, see you then!"
After saying that, Chen Xiao got out of the car.
Afterward, Chen Xiao took everyone back to the hotel, and Sun Buzhou also stayed, not returning to the Huang family with Huang Wenlei.
When Chen Xiao told everyone that he was going to take He Xin Yi's people to Icefire Island together, everyone's faces showed puzzled expressions.
Li Qin looked even more unhappy and asked directly, "Brother Chen, have you taken a fancy to that woman?"
Chen Xiao was speechless, "What nonsense are you talking about?"
Sun Buzhou said, "Chen Xiao, why don't you think about it again? That Miss He is not one of us after all. I'm worried that there will be some unnecessary trouble."
"Trouble?"
Chen Xiao smiled slightly, "With the people she brought, it's not enough to cause me any trouble."
"Icefire Island is extremely dangerous. I may not be able to take care of each of you at all times, and He Xin Yi has many bodyguards. It's just right to let her people explore the way for us and act as cannon fodder."
When everyone heard this, they understood Chen Xiao's good intentions.
Gu Zhendong couldn't help but give Chen Xiao a thumbs up.
"Chen Xiao, you're really cunning!"
Chen Xiao, "Uncle Gu, that doesn't sound like you're praising me."
Gu Zhendong laughed, "Just take it as a compliment!"
Chen Xiao spread his hands and finally said, "Alright, it's settled. Everyone will rest for three days, and we'll set off in three days. This trip is extremely dangerous. If anyone wants to quit, there's still time."
The arrow was on the string, and naturally no one offered to quit. On the contrary, everyone was very excited, looking forward to this trip to Icefire Island!