บท 39: Saving a Life
บรรณาธิการ: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Faced with Gao Xuan's sudden attack, it was Wei Yue who was the calmest.
Gao Xuan was no more than three meters away from her. It'd taken him less than 0.1 seconds to step forward and assault her with his palm.
Even Wu Caiyun, who was inches away from them, hadn't been able to appropriately respond in time, as she'd let her guard down.
Gao Xuan's sudden attack was no joke. His four slender figures had a faint sheen from his Source Power, and the edge of his palm was even sharper than a real blade.
With Gao Xuan's speed and penetrative ability, the destructive capability of his palm thrust was terrifying.
Wei Yue had powerful mind power. She'd instantly detected the various changes in her surroundings.
With her abilities, she could face Gao Xuan's attack head-on, and she'd even have the opportunity to kill Gao Xuan with a single strike.
However, she felt that something was off. She changed her mind and grabbed Wei Zhenzhen and dodged to the left.
Gao Xuan didn't pursue her. He turned his feet and reversed his forward momentum. He then grabbed Yun Qingshang and moved to the right.
Gao Xuan's movements, from his advance, retreat, and his dodge, were all extremely fluid. There were no redundancies.
At this moment, Wu Caiyun had already pulled out her gun and was about to shoot. However, she also sensed that something was off.
The elegant wooden window frames silently crumbled, and a guard and a waiter who'd been standing behind Wei Yue exploded into bits.
Their flesh exploded like fireworks and scattered all around the room. A large hole with a radius of one meter had been blasted out of the wooden door behind them. Countless wood shrapnel flew into the air.
The low, fierce sound of gunfire rose together with the fireworks made out of flesh.
"Bang, bang bang…"
There were two more successive gunshots. The other two bodyguards who'd been standing in front of the door were instantly blasted into pulp.
Two more ghastly holes appeared in the thick walls. The steel reinforcements inside them had been crushed.
The terrifying power of the sniper had turned the exquisite banquet hall into a gruesome hellscape.
Wei Yue brought Wei Zhenzhen and hid in a blind spot. There were traces of blood on her face, but she was calm and collected, and her movements were steady.
She didn't look out the window. Instead, she scanned the people in the room.
The sniper outside had already been exposed, and the threat he posed had been reduced to a minimum. However, there might be killers hiding inside the room.
Wu Caiyun hid on the other side of the room. She held her gun in her hands and cautiously observed the rest of the people in the room.
Wei Yue didn't notice any danger, and heaved a sigh of relief.
The enemy had used a sniper rifle and launched an attack in a place like Tianan Street. You could say he was a maniac.
However, as long as he succeeded, the victor usually had a way to hide their crimes.
The Yuanlong Company was a massive enterprise and naturally had many enemies. That included Zhao Feng, who'd just been killed. He'd also had his sights set on the Yuanlong Company.
This killer might even have been sent by a person working in the Yuanlong Company.
Without any information, Wei Yue couldn't say who wanted to kill her.
Wei Yue's gaze landed on Gao Xuan, who was standing by the wall. If not for Gao Xuan's alertness, she would have died, even if she were a Level Nine expert.
She knew that Gao Xuan had a wonderful spiritual perception ability. Having seen it for herself, she found that it lived up to its reputation.
The killer was most likely Ghost Gun. He was famous for sniping his targets from an extreme distance. He wouldn't alert his target. Instead, he would shoot without warning, not making his murderous intentions known.
Thus, even she hadn't noticed that anything was wrong before the other party had opened fire. She'd only faintly sensed that something was wrong when Gao Xuan had taken action and attacked her.
Wei Yue secretly thanked her good fortune, and she looked at Gao Xuan again with a little more appreciation.
The situation just now had been too urgent. Gao Xuan wouldn't have been able to make it if he'd given a verbal warning. Thus, attacking her had been the best way to make her dodge.
Being able to react like that during such an urgent situation meant that Gao Xuan was extremely cautious and quick-thinking. He was talented.
The gray-white set of Chinese garments Gao Xuan was wearing suited him well. But, more than that, he was calm and collected. Even in this gruesome room, he looked handsome and suave.
Yun Qingshang, who was off to the side, was also rather decent. Her expression was calm, and there was a glimmer in her eyes. She was clearly collected and alert.
She then looked at her daughter, Wei Zhenzhen. Her face was pale, and her eyes were blank. She'd been scared senseless.
This pair of teenagers were exceptional! They were so exceptional that they could easily rise above their current societal status.
Wei Yue had wanted to have a good chat with Gao Xuan and send him away with a sum of money.
However, after what had happened, she couldn't be so impolite, and she was a little hesitant to turn him away. She might be able to get him as a son-in-law.
Sensing Wei Yue's eyes on him, Gao Xuan nodded slightly at her. "The sniper's gone. We're fine now."
Gao Xuan was very young, yet just one word from him made her feel safe. Something was off here. Had she also been captivated by Gao Xuan's appearance?
That young man could win anyone over with his charisma! It was no wonder that Zhenzhen was so smitten by him.
Perhaps it was because she'd just brushed shoulders with death that she couldn't stop thinking such nonsensical things.
Wei Yue didn't dare to glance at Gao Xuan again, afraid that her face might betray her feelings. That would be really embarrassing.
Wu Caiyun had already called for a security detail, and at that moment, a dozen more bodyguards charged into the room.
Two other security units had gone off in pursuit of the sniper.
The crisis had been averted. Wei Yue heaved a sigh of relief.
Wei Yue told Gao Xuan apologetically, "It's not convenient for us to speak today. I'll get someone to take you home."
Gao Xuan nodded. "See you next time, Madam Wei."
Wei Zhenzhen looked on helplessly. She wanted to leave with Gao Xuan, but after such a big incident, she couldn't just leave her mother alone.
Wei Yue thought for a moment, then formally expressed her gratitude toward Gao Xuan. "Gao Xuan, you saved our lives this time. Thank you."
She would've died if it hadn't been for Gao Xuan. He'd saved her life.
Even though Wei Yue was still suspicious of him, she'd become much more respectful and approving of him. As for the lecture she'd wanted to give him, she could no longer utter the words she'd prepared.
Of course, she wouldn't trust him that easily. What if Gao Xuan had colluded with the killer and put on that act? It was a possibility.
She had to investigate this matter and couldn't come to an assessment of the situation so easily.
"Even if I wasn't in a relationship with Zhenzhen, it's my duty to help others in the face of danger.
Gao Xuan cupped his hands together charismatically. "You need not be too polite, Madam Wei."
He'd only had a warning the moment the other party had opened fire. It was fortunate that he'd had enough time to help Wei Yue.
This assassination attempt had happened half a year ahead of time. In his previous life, Wei Yue was assassinated only three months later. Maybe his arrival had changed things.
Gao Xuan thought about Zhao Feng, who'd been killed yesterday. Perhaps that was the small spark that had caused Fang Zhenshan to take early action.
Gao Xuan had wanted to find an opportunity to remind Wei Yue to be cautious of spies and assassinations, but in light of what had happened, he could spare himself the trouble.
In his previous life, he'd met Wei Yue twice. The organization had wanted him to take her down, but they assassinated her after he'd only had two contacts with her.
Gao Xuan did have a rather deep impression of Wei Yue. This woman was beautiful and intelligent, and she was reserved and righteous in her private life.
This time, he still would have helped Wei Yue, even if he wasn't involved with Wei Zhenzhen.
Furthermore, obtaining Wei Yue's approval would greatly aid his plans.
"There are really heroes amongst youths," Wei Yue exclaimed, and she didn't speak again after that. Words weren't enough to thank Gao Xuan for such a huge favor. There was no need for her to engage in too many formalities.
Seeing that Gao Xuan was about to leave, Wei Zhenzhen couldn't help but whisper to him, "Brother, you have to accept my video call after you get back."
"All right." Gao Xuan replied, then got Yun Qingshang and left.
Wei Yue thought for a moment, then told Wu Caiyun, "Get someone to take Gao Xuan home.
"And give him two access cabins," Wei Zhenzhen quickly added,
Wu Caiyun looked at Wei Yue, and Wei Yue said, "Pick two of the best models for him."
The best access cabins cost a few million Credit Points, but it was nothing for Wei Yue to give them away as an expression of her gratitude.
After the special forces of the security department gathered here, Wei Yue paid no mind to the shocked owner of the restaurant and took Wei Zhenzhen back home with her.
Wu Caiyun brought Gao Xuan and Yun Qingshang to the first floor and said seriously, "Thank you very much for what you did today."
Wei Yue definitely would've died if it hadn't been for Gao Xuan. Gao Xuan had saved Wei Yue's life, which meant he'd saved Wu Caiyun's career.
Even though Wu Caiyun had her opinions about Gao Xuan, she had to express her sincere gratitude toward him.
Gao Xuan said nonchalantly, "You had nothing to do with my decision to save her. You don't need to thank me."
Wu Caiyun felt a little ashamed when Gao Xuan said that, but she didn't lose her temper. After all, she didn't think too highly of Gao Xuan, and him saving Wei Wue hadn't changed the fact that he was a low-class citizen.
In this era where rich corporations controlled everything, people from the lower rungs of society could only work for influential people and become their lackeys, no matter how talented they were.
Gao Xuan's status was too far apart from Wei Zhenzhen's. This wasn't something that could be changed with his special abilities.
Gao Xuan didn't say too much to Wu Caiyue. He brought Yun Qingshang along and got into the car.
Wu Caiyun took Wei Yue home, then conducted another thorough check of the room in the restaurant and quickly found the cause of the incident.
"Boss, I found it."
Wu Caiyue said, ashamed, "There's a unique low-frequency tracking device installed on the door of the room. Xiaohe and the rest had checked this area."
The low-frequency tracking device could scan the surroundings with a low-frequency electromagnetic wave. The other party would've been able to observe whatever was happening in the room even at a great distance away.
Under normal circumstances, the room would've been equipped with a disruptor to prevent any form of spying. This time, there'd been a spy who'd nearly caused Wei Yue to be assassinated.
Wu Caiyun bowed and lowered her head apologetically. "Xiaohe and the rest must've been bribed. This is all my fault."
"Xiaohe? Wasn't she killed?" Wei Yue remembered the female bodyguard. After all, she was a member of her security detail.
"Yes, the other party must have killed her to silence her."
Wu Caiyun became even more ashamed. There'd been such a huge problem with the security detail she managed, and it'd nearly cost Wei Yue her life.
"The other party was able to bribe Xiaohe and set up an ambush in the Tingyun Room."
Wei Yue tapped on the table with her finger joint. "The other party must have planned this for months. Investigate and see who from the upper ranks of the company has a close relationship with the Fang family."
"The Fang Allied Group did this?" Wu Caiyun asked hesitantly.
The Fang Allied Group was desperate for a merger with the Yuanlong Company. They had used many forceful methods from the shadows to accomplish this. However, they had crossed the line by attempting to directly assassinate Wei Yue.
"Fang Zhenshan has throbbing ambition. He wanted to merge the two companies, but I refused. He might have suspected that I had something to do with Zhao Feng's sudden death and thus made such a risky gamble!
"Only Fang Zhenshan likes to take shortcuts like this and use sinister schemes," Wei Yue judged.
"Boss, do we have to fight back?" Wu Caiyun put on a fierce expression. Employing killers to assassinate others was a drastic move by the competition and frowned on by most people.
Most higher-ups from major corporations had a tacit understanding between them. No matter how much they fought, not many of them would employ killers to assassinate a higher-up from another company. That was to guarantee their safety.
After all, it was easy being the bad guy. It was a lot harder constantly being on guard against the bad guys.
Wei Yue shook her head. "We should first investigate within the company first, then capture Ghost Gun. It'll be easier for us to take action if we have evidence."
She wasn't being pedantic. The higher-ups of her company would voice their disapproval if they caused trouble with Fang Zhenshan without any evidence.
Furthermore, Fang Zhenshan would definitely be on guard.
Wei Yue felt a little indignant, but things were like this in major corporations. She enjoyed the benefits of a large business, but was always kept in check by the company.
Buzz, buzz. Wei Yue's smartwatch vibrated slightly, reminding her that someone was trying to connect with her.
Wei Yue gently stroked the face of the smartwatch and brought up a screen.
The image on the screen showed a middle-aged man dressed in Chinese-style garb.
This man was a little ugly. He was bald and had a large mouth, and his chin was especially wide and boxy, as though he had a piece of brick in his mouth.
The man was also holding a gold band of Buddhist beads, and was slowly moving them around.
Even though this man was ugly, he had quite a majestic aura. He was the chairman of the Fang Allied Group, Fang Zhenshan.
Wei Yue felt a little disgusted when she saw his face. However, she quickly adjusted her expression and connected to the video call.
"Boss Wei, I heard that you got attacked?" Fang Zhenshan asked with a look of concern. "Are you injured?"
"Thank you for your concern, Chairman Fang. Fortunately, I am uninjured," Wei Yue calmly replied.
"To attack Boss Wei with a sniper rifle at Tianan Street in broad daylight. There's no order in this city anymore!"
Fang Zhenshan slammed on his table, as if angry for the lack of justice. "Don't worry, Boss Wei. I'll definitely demand an explanation from the Minister of Justice!"
Wei Yue talked to the other party without much emotion, then hung up the call.
Fang Zhenshan saw the black screen and his expression turned darker. He told the person at his side, "Wei Yue is smart. She probably sensed that something was off. It's troublesome that she didn't die. Now that it's come to this, we can only put our plan into action as soon as possible…
He paused for a moment, then said, "To think that Ghost Gun would fail. There's an expert hiding by Wei Yue's side. We have to find out who he is as soon as possible. We must not fail when we take action again!"
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