Chapter 1077 - 1077: Not Afraid of Trouble

"Don't you need to give me a blindfold or a hood or something?"

Sitting in the car, Xiao Feng looked around and asked with a playful smile.

The woman beside him smiled radiantly, "Mr. Xiao, you're joking. I invited you here to discuss matters, not to kidnap you.

Besides, I'm just a weak woman who can't catch a chicken, so I couldn't possibly do what you're suggesting."

"Is that so?" Xiao Feng chuckled lightly, and suddenly his right hand lunged toward the woman's chest.

"Smack!"

Just short of five centimeters from the target, his wrist was unsurprisingly caught by the other party.

Of course, this was partly because Xiao Feng deliberately slowed down, but for a woman to react so quickly at such a close distance, that was not something an ordinary person could do.

Looking at his wrist being held, Xiao Feng grinned, "That's not what you called 'can't catch a chicken strength,' is it?"

A hint of anger flashed in the woman's eyes, but she concealed it well and laughed, "When traveling, one must have some self-defense skills. I hope Mr. Xiao can understand."

After speaking, she released Xiao Feng's wrist.

Xiao Feng didn't continue to probe but instead speculated on the purpose of her invitation.

Thinking it over, he figured that if he was right, she came from Kyoto, and was very likely a puppet pushed forward by someone, much like He Qizheng.

While pondering this, the vehicle stopped in front of a villa.

Xiao Feng got out of the car and, under the guidance of the woman, entered the villa.

Inside, the decor was extremely luxurious. Not only was the furniture high-end, but even the small decorative items were quite exquisite, without feeling garish.

"Please have a seat, Mr. Xiao." The woman gestured for Xiao Feng to sit on the sofa.

Xiao Feng, unbothered, sat down with a mindset of settling in since he was here and looked around, asking, "Is this your residence in Jiangcheng?"

The woman was slightly taken aback, apparently sensing something from his question, and chuckled, "Yes, I just moved in today. What do you think of the arrangement?"

"Hmm." Xiao Feng nodded, then pointed at the floor, changing the topic, "But, it'd be better not to lay down this carpet."

"Oh?" The woman asked with interest, "Why is that?"

Xiao Feng explained, "Though it's aesthetically pleasing, it doesn't prevent theft. It's like some poisonous things that often disguise themselves with a delicate appearance."

"Thank you for the concern, Mr. Xiao." The woman smiled politely, seemingly ignoring the implicit message, "I don't have anything too valuable here. If it's lost, so be it."

"Losing things is trivial, but losing people is a different story."

"Losing people?" The woman chuckled, "Mr. Xiao, you truly have a sense of humor."

As she spoke, the woman finished brewing tea and placed a cup in front of Xiao Feng, raising her cup, "Let's formally introduce ourselves. I am Wang Tingwei, grew up in Kyoto."

Xiao Feng internally noted 'As expected,' and raised his cup as well, "No need for me to introduce myself, right?"

"Mr. Xiao's renowned name was heard by Tingwei in Kyoto long ago, naturally no introduction is needed."

Their cups lightly clinked, and the tea was sipped in one go by each.

Xiao Feng smacked his lips, seemingly not satisfied, and said, "Not enough, why not swap for a bigger cup?"

Wang Tingwei poured him more tea, saying as she did, "Tea tasting is different from drinking tea, though both go from mouth to stomach, the feeling is completely different.

Additionally, the purpose of each is different.

Drinking tea satisfies thirst, whereas tea tasting is an experience."

"Then why did you bring me here, what's your purpose?" Xiao Feng asked directly.

Wang Tingwei offered a shallow smile, "He Qizheng established a commercial alliance. I presume Mr. Xiao has heard of it?"

"Naturally, I've heard about it."

"With your wisdom, Mr. Xiao, you must've figured out that He Qizheng is nothing more than a puppet pushed to the forefront, right?"

Xiao Feng nodded, "Put simply, it's similar to a chairman who doesn't encounter troubles, he sails smoothly. If trouble arises, he is the first to suffer.

Moreover, he bears the brunt of open and covert attacks at the forefront, yet most benefits go into the pockets of those behind the scenes."

"Mr. Xiao indeed sees everything clearly." Wang Tingwei lowered her beautiful eyes, "To be honest, I'm also not representing myself in coming here."

"Then be straightforward about who you're representing."

"That…" Wang Tingwei looked troubled, "I'm afraid it's not for me to decide."

Xiao Feng got up, "Then there's nothing to talk about."

After saying this, he turned to leave.

"Please wait, Mr. Xiao!" Wang Tingwei stood up to block him, "A name is merely a designation or a codename..."

Before she finished speaking, she heard Xiao Feng burst into laughter, "Then according to you, I can call you any stray cat or dog if I want?"

Wang Tingwei's face changed slightly but controlled her expression, showing no signs of displeasure, said, "Before getting in the car, you must have guessed to some extent why I was seeking you out.

Since you agreed to come with me, it indicates a willingness to talk, even just a little."

Xiao Feng paused for a moment, then said, "Do you want to know my real thoughts at that time?"

"I'd love to hear them." Wang Tingwei nodded seriously.

In her view, Xiao Feng's silence undoubtedly reflected agreement with her sentiment.

Yet…

Xiao Feng said, "I was thinking at the time, might as well take a ride since walking had tired me out, sitting in the car would be nice, and I'd save on cab fare when you send me back."

"..." Wang Tingwei.

For some reason, the seemingly absurd words felt like the honest truth to Wang Tingwei.

True to the files, this guy is something of a wild card.

"If Mr. Xiao insists on leaving, I can't stop you, but before you go, if possible, please agree to one request of mine." Wang Tingwei lowered her stance, with a hint of pleading in her tone.

Xiao Feng remained expressionless, "Let's hear it."

"It seems you have quite a resistance to me, could you tell me why?"

"It's not you I resist, it's the so-called big shot you represent," Xiao Feng sneered, "Who does he think he is, a guy who doesn't dare to reveal his name, how does he deserve to discuss cooperation with me?"

Upon these words, Wang Tingwei showed panic for the first time, quickly signaling, "Mr. Xiao, be cautious with your words!"

"Why should I be cautious? Compared to those shadowy cowards who don't show themselves or their names, am I not straightforward?" Xiao Feng said indifferently, "Today, I'm declaring here, anyone plotting against me better prepare for a bloody end.

I don't go looking for trouble, but I'm never afraid of it!

Anyone feeling brave, come and try!"

Having said this, Xiao Feng suddenly felt bright and cheerful, and his steps out the door were noticeably lighter.

Wang Tingwei hurried forward, pondering whether to see him off but felt it was unnecessary.

After a moment, she took out her phone from her pocket, placed it near her ear, and with a slightly trembling voice said, "Did... you hear that?"