"Rest assured, I, Liao, am a man of my word. Mr. Roly, please be at ease!"
Seeing Roly's indifferent demeanor, a hint of anger flashed in Liao Zhong's eyes, but he could only endure it considering the vast Roly family.
While the three major families were meticulously making their plans, Er Zhu was unaware, or rather, he didn't care.
In the blink of an eye, a month passed, and the matter was slowly forgotten by people.
"Master, many assets under your name are being aggressively acquired."
One day, as Er Zhu was about to go upstairs to cultivate, Wu Feng said, presenting the acquisition details to Er Zhu.
"Mmm, continue monitoring."
Seeing that they were only small companies worth a few million that he wasn't particularly good at managing, Er Zhu nodded slightly and handed the file back to Wu Feng.
Losing such small companies was acceptable, as he didn't have the time to oversee them anyway.
However, this matter did remind him that someone must be acting behind the scenes!
Was it the Ito family?
Or the Liao family?
Or some major family that was envious or that he had inadvertently offended?
A flash of insight flickered in Er Zhu's eyes. He scanned the entirety of China but found no anomalies!
Yet, this was highly abnormal!
Er Zhu vigilantly watched the distance. Although he sensed danger, he didn't care.
Whoever it was, if they truly provoked him, they would be killed!
"Er Zhu, look, who is this?"
Just then, Li Mei's voice came. Er Zhu withdrew his gaze and saw Li Mei pulling a beautiful woman, who turned out to be Li Juan, whom he hadn't seen in a long time!
"Er Zhu, do you remember me? It was all my fault back then; I was foolish."
Looking at the man she once liked, Li Juan smiled charmingly and lowered her head shyly.
Since leaving Li Mei's house, she had experienced much and gradually understood Er Zhu's intentions.
Er Zhu respected her, which was why he spoke the truth despite offending her. Otherwise, if Er Zhu hadn't said anything, and only spoke after he had taken everything, she would have had no recourse.
"Sit down."
Er Zhu, looking at the woman he had once driven away, observed her warily. However, after a long time, he couldn't discern anything.
It wasn't that she genuinely had no ulterior motives, but rather that her thoughts were sealed, and even the Heavenly Eye could not see through them!
Er Zhu took a deep breath, recalling everything that had just happened, and his guard unconsciously rose.
Thoughts that even the Heavenly Eye could not penetrate were rare in the past!
It seemed he had encountered a formidable opponent this time!
Er Zhu's eyes flickered. Instead of fear, he felt a hint of anticipation.
His strength had grown considerably during this period, and he was eager to test it out. He hadn't expected an opportunity to present itself so soon.
"Er Zhu, how are you and Li Mei? Are you married?"
Li Juan's question pulled Er Zhu back to reality. Just as Er Zhu was about to speak, Li Mei interrupted, "Married? We've only just confirmed our relationship. Marriage can wait."
Li Mei looked at Li Juan with a flushed face, her eyes brimming with happiness. Li Juan also smiled and nodded, as if happy for her.
Er Zhu carefully observed Li Juan, but after a long time, he couldn't detect any anomaly!
If it were anyone else, they would likely assume they were overthinking things, but Er Zhu knew very well that this was the enemy's prowess!
But it didn't matter. As long as he played along, he would eventually find the mastermind!
And then, it would be their death day!
"That won't do. Er Zhu, you're so wealthy now, you must give Li Mei a grand wedding!"
Seeing Er Zhu constantly looking at her, Li Juan's smile grew wider.
Look, look! Even if you stare until your eyes go blind, you still won't see through my thoughts!
Li Juan's face was filled with a kind smile, but her heart was full of smugness.
In a few more days, Er Zhu and Li Mei would both die!
This was the price for offending her, Li Juan!
Li Juan's smile deepened, and her grip on her bag tightened.
Noticing this action, Er Zhu became even more certain of his suspicions, but he appeared even calmer.
"Mmm, you two chat. I have some matters to attend to."
To lower Li Juan's guard, Er Zhu said this and went upstairs.
Li Juan still maintained a smiling facade, seemingly unbothered by it all.
From downstairs, sounds of laughter and merriment occasionally drifted up. Er Zhu curled his lips and looked thoughtfully out the window.
Since he intended to play along, he shouldn't stay here. This way, he could also see what was truly happening.
With this thought, he quickly grabbed his jacket and hurried downstairs. "I have to go to Japan for something. Take care of yourself."
Seeing Er Zhu rushing downstairs, Li Mei was about to ask something, but unexpectedly, Er Zhu uttered those words and left.
Watching Er Zhu's retreating figure, a hint of worry flashed in Li Mei's eyes, and her brow furrowed unconsciously.
Did he… go to see Miss Keiko?
Thinking of the celestial beauty, Kaede Kashiwada, Li Mei's heart filled with bitterness.
"Leaving in such a hurry, Er Zhu isn't perhaps seeing another woman, is he?"
Seeing Li Mei's unhappy expression, Li Juan's eyes darted, and she feigned ignorance, asking.
"No, he must have business in Japan."
Li Mei blinked, instinctively wanting to say something, but recalling Er Zhu's feelings for her, she shook her head.
There had never been a shortage of beautiful women around Er Zhu. If he wanted them, he probably would have had children already, and it wouldn't be her turn.
With this thought, Li Mei let out a long sigh, and her tightly furrowed brow slowly relaxed.
"You must keep a close eye on him. Er Zhu isn't the same Er Zhu he used to be. Those young girls throw themselves at men like him. You'll be crying then!"
Seeing that Li Mei hadn't fallen for her ploy, Li Juan's eyes flickered again, and she intimately held her hand, reminding her.
"Mmm, then Juan'er, can you accompany me to Japan?"
After a long pause, Li Mei finally nodded heavily, looking at Li Juan with anticipation.
Although she believed in Er Zhu's feelings for her, she didn't trust those other women!
"Of course! I'm free anyway. Let's leave tomorrow."
Seeing Li Mei's worried expression, Li Juan eagerly nodded repeatedly, a sly smile appearing at the corners of her lips.
Indeed, women are women. When it comes to love, they become fools!
Li Mei, don't worry, this trip to Japan will be unforgettable for you!
Looking at Li Mei's delicate face, Li Juan's smile grew even wider.
And all of this, Er Zhu, hiding outside the door, saw clearly!
But he didn't move; instead, he followed them to Japan.
"Juan'er, Japan isn't that great. Why don't we just go back?"
As soon as they got out of the airport, looking at the row of low houses and dilapidated streets, Li Mei's eyes flashed with disdain and disappointment.
She had been looking forward to this trip, but she hadn't expected Japan to be like this.
With this state, it was even worse than the neighboring city.