Chapter 1166 - 1166: Searching for Third Master

Xiao Feng quickly replayed Tang Mingbo's words about "San Ye" in his mind, finding a sense of shared hardship.

San Ye is Tang Mingbo's Protective Talisman, and the Demon Suppression Action Team is essentially his own Protective Talisman.

The term Protective Talisman, as the name implies, is primarily used for self-preservation, rather than anything else.

The Demon Suppression Action Team is powerful enough, isn't it?

Independent from any department, with significantly high authority!

But so what?

After Xiao Feng joined, he acted even more low-key and reserved than before, and immediately dispensed with any ideas of entering the core group of members, which explains many issues.

Ultimately, it's a double-edged sword, bringing benefits while necessitating the bearing of many inconveniences.

Tang Mingbo said San Ye limited the Tang Family's development, perhaps fearing that others would think the Tang Family's rapid development was related to San Ye.

And once they were linked, when San Ye fell, misfortune would naturally strike the Tang Family.

"Do you think Wang Tingwei married you to leverage San Ye?" Xiao Feng asked.

Tang Mingbo furrowed his eyebrows and said, "I've thought about it over and over, and that's the only possibility I see."

"Then why don't you call San Ye and confirm it?"

"San Ye doesn't use phones, let alone mobile phones. I've advised him many times, but he just doesn't listen."

Xiao Feng thought for a moment and suggested, "Why don't we go to San Ye together now?"

Tang Mingbo immediately became wary and said sternly, "You've been asking me all the questions; I know very little about you. Frankly, I don't trust you."

"Alright! From now on, let's switch, you ask, and I answer." Xiao Feng said straightforwardly.

Tang Mingbo didn't hesitate and asked directly, "Why are you looking for Wang Tingwei?"

"It's a commission!" Xiao Feng replied seemingly effortlessly.

"Ha ha, are you going to tell me that it's commissioned by Pei Dengke?"

"Of course not. I'm only with him because we have the same purpose."

"The same purpose?"

Xiao Feng nodded and said, "He wants to find Wang Tingwei, and so do I. In that sense, we share the same goal.

Of course, now that you're added in, it's three of us."

Tang Mingbo didn't respond immediately; after pondering for a moment, he appeared to realize something and said, "So, the person who commissioned you was also deceived by Wang Tingwei?"

"I don't know." Xiao Feng shrugged, "I'm just responsible for finding the person; other matters are irrelevant to me."

After a pause, Xiao Feng continued, "Actually, you don't need to guard against me; as things currently stand, relying on Pei Dengke to find Wang Tingwei isn't hopeful.

Only your lead is the most likely to find Wang Tingwei.

Once we find Wang Tingwei, you retrieve your things, and I complete my task. Isn't cooperation to mutual benefit good?"

"Mutual benefit?" Tang Mingbo took a sip of "rat tail juice," unusually clear-headed, and said, "Although finding Wang Tingwei is what we both want, why should I help you complete your task?

You speak of mutual benefit, but your benefit is clear, what about mine?"

Xiao Feng pointed to the "rat tail juice" in the cup with a smile and said, "Never drink this again, it's not good for your mind."

"Are you insulting me?"

"I'm just stating a fact." Xiao Feng crossed his legs and said, "It doesn't matter if you don't take me with you; I'll be observing around your house.

Whenever you leave, I'll follow you. If you're capable, you can dig a tunnel in your house.

Of course, if you think I can't do it or are confident enough to evade my tracking, I can leave now."

Saying that, he got up and headed towards the door.

Just as he was about to step out of the room, he paused, turned back, and said, "Oh, by the way, when you go to San Ye, remember to tell him that the Qi Family and the Pei Family are creating trouble for no reason, and ask him to stand up for you."

Upon finishing his words, he left without any hesitation.

However, just as one foot stepped over the threshold, he heard a very heavy voice from behind, "Wait!"

Xiao Feng retracted the foot that was outside the door, turned around, and smiled, "Changed your mind?

Or are you thinking of calling everyone strong in your house to try me?"

Watching Xiao Feng's brazen smile, Tang Mingbo took a deep breath, knowing he had encountered a rogue.

Yet, he couldn't help but take this approach.

At this moment, he's eager to find San Ye and confirm if Wang Tingwei is indeed using his name to deal with San Ye.

Tang Mingbo said solemnly, "I can take you to see San Ye, but about the Qi Family and Pei Family..."

Before he could finish, Xiao Feng agreed readily, "Don't worry, they won't bother you."

"Then let's go." Tang Mingbo said, looking displeased.

Ten minutes later, Xiao Feng was sitting in Tang Mingbo's car, heading towards San Ye's residence.

The vehicle drove out of the urban area, and the towering buildings outside the window turned into low houses and green trees against mountains.

After driving like this for nearly an hour, Xiao Feng heard Tang Mingbo's voice beside him, "Wake up, wake up, we've arrived."

Xiao Feng naturally wasn't asleep, but after getting out of the car, he stretched his body and took the chance to observe the surroundings.

Although it isn't extremely remote here, it's sparsely populated.

A small creek runs next to the vehicle, with clear water and steam rising.

Xiao Feng crouched by the creek, dipped his hand in the water to test the temperature, discovering it's suitable, neither cold nor hot, uncertain if it's drinkable.

By the creek, a warning sign appears every fifty meters, with bold letters: No laundry, barefoot entry prohibited, violators fined 5000 yuan.

Xiao Feng had no intention of removing his shoes to test and see if anyone would jump out asking for money since basic etiquette should still be observed.

He stood up, looking at the vast fields stretching around and the blue skies decorated with white clouds, asking, "Is this still Kyoto?"

"We've long since left Kyoto." The driver replied.

Tang Mingbo apparently had no mood to enjoy the scenery, gestured, "Follow me."

Saying that, he led the way, walking along the creek towards a small house in the distance.

Xiao Feng walked beside him, the driver following behind them.

None of the three spoke, focusing only on walking.

But just a hundred meters in, Xiao Feng suddenly stopped, a surge of danger overwhelmed him.

The driver behind him, puzzled, asked, "Why did you stop?"

Upon hearing the driver's question, Tang Mingbo also stopped, turned and curiously looked at Xiao Feng.

But suddenly Xiao Feng yelled, "Get down!"

Tang Mingbo, startled, instinctively followed the command, immediately crouching down.

At the next moment, he realized this move was timely and correct...

With a "snap!" sound, not far from Tang Mingbo's side, a dirt mound aligned with him, suddenly erupted as if struck by something, sending soil flying.