The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife
Chapter 386 - 386 386 Pigeon Occupying the Magpie's Nest

386: Chapter 386: Pigeon Occupying the Magpie’s Nest 386: Chapter 386: Pigeon Occupying the Magpie’s Nest Ye Shikai sighed inwardly, indeed a cunning old fox; Xu Lei had investigated him thoroughly long ago, only that they hadn’t met face to face until now.

“I’ve heard from Han about how you saved her from those thugs last time; I’m very grateful to you,” said Xu Lei as he picked up the teapot to fill Ye Shikai’s cup to the brim.

“Helping others is just a little effort for the sake of justice,” Ye Shikai replied blandly.

Despite Xu Lei’s apparently friendly manner and respectful attitude towards him, the vastly experienced Ye Shikai could see the ruthlessness hidden in Xu Lei’s heart.

With eyes blazing, full of spirit, Ye Shikai was certain that Xu Lei wasn’t some kind-hearted old grandpa, but a tough nut to crack.

To give the simplest example, why would a businessman be a cultivator?

It wasn’t necessary, of course not.

“My daughter is fascinated with martial arts, but I’m also afraid of her getting hurt.

It’s no secret that the Xu Family wields great power in Hong Kong, but we lack members.

Under my knee, there’s only Han, my one and only daughter.

What would I do if something happened to her?” Xu Lei said, revealing a troubled expression as he spoke.

“That’s why I especially told her coaches to just touch upon the training lightly; a simple gesture is enough,” Xu Lei’s words made perfect sense to Ye Shikai, who could tell from the father and daughter’s actions that Xu Lei was indeed very indulgent with Xu Han.

“Of course, I understand,” Ye Shikai nodded, glanced around, then turned to Xu Lei, “It’s just us here, Mr.

Xu, let’s be straightforward.”

“You’re a cultivator, right?” Ye Shikai blurted out.

“Ah, indeed, I am a cultivator, but I don’t want Han to become one too.”

“Why?

Han’s physique is unique, her talent is extremely high; if she cultivates properly, she is certain to achieve great feats,” Ye Shikai asked with a bit of confusion.

“Mr.

Ye, as a cultivator yourself, you must know the perils of this path.

To put it bluntly, it’s a path of no return.

If something happened, what would I do?” Xu Lei sighed heavily, while Ye Shikai’s own expression grew serious.

Cultivators may seem to defy Heaven and Earth, omnipotent, but the agony of cultivation is known only by those who experience it.

“All I want now is to live a peaceful life.

After passing the Xu Group on to Han in the future, I can retire,” Xu Lei sighed lightly.

“Is that so?

It seems to me that Mr.

Xu’s ambition is not small; can you really let go so easily?” Ye Shikai revealed a meaningful smile.

“What do you mean by that, Mr.

Ye?”

“The Xu family’s history in Hong Kong is very short, under sixty years.

But when I came in just now, I inadvertently noticed the hundred-year-old tree outside, and although this house has been refurbished inside and out, it’s easy to tell that it has been around for quite some time,” Ye Shikai rose and spoke slowly.

“Meaning, before Mr.

Xu’s ancestors came to develop in Hong Kong, this house already existed and was inhabited.”

“Haha, Mr.

Ye, are you suggesting I’ve usurped someone else’s nest?” Xu Lei suddenly laughed after hearing this.

“Correct, this house wasn’t originally mine; it belonged to a rival of mine.

After defeating her, I found this place quite nice and tranquil, so I took over and settled in,” Xu Lei spoke frankly, without any attempt to disguise.

“Mr.

Xu, you’re really bold, living here without fearing being cursed in secret by the original inhabitants?”

“Haha, life is short; food has only five flavors, a bed spans just three feet, why be overly concerned?

I like the quiet here, so I naturally stayed.

Why trouble my heart with more worries?”

“Mr.

Xu’s views sure carry a Taoist philosophy,” Ye Shikai clapped his hands.

Although Xu Lei said this, one couldn’t be sure if he truly lived by it.

“Haha, I did indeed have ambitions before, constantly vying to expand the Xu Group.

But now, I genuinely just want to live peacefully.” Xu Lei continued, changing the leaves in the teapot and brewing tea for Ye Shikai.

“Mr.

Ye, please take care of my daughter.

There are some business matters I need to attend to in the company, I will take my leave now.” After chatting for a bit, Xu Lei checked his watch, stood up, and spoke.

“It’s getting late, I also should be leaving, thank you for your hospitality, Mr.

Xu.” Ye Shikai also nodded, realizing that it had gotten dark outside without him noticing.

……

“Coach, are you leaving?” Outside the door, Xu Han said somewhat reluctantly, “You haven’t taught me martial arts yet.”

“It’s late today, but don’t worry, since I’ve promised you, I won’t go back on my word,” Ye Shikai said with a smile.

“Han, Mr.

Ye is tired today, be a good girl and go back to your room,” Xu Lei came out and said, then turned to face Ye Shikai.

“Mr.

Ye, it’s late, and it’s not convenient to hail a cab here, how about taking my car?” Xu Lei gestured towards a distant Mercedes and politely said.

“Then I’ll have to trouble Mr.

Xu.”

……

In the basement of Hong Kong,

Refining Mo lay sullenly on the couch, his right leg propped on the table, surrounded by many empty bottles.

Lately, people from SAD and Divine Weapon Special Group have been striking frequently, taking down many strongholds of the Tomb Spirit Organization, and many fringe members of other organizations had been arrested.

Refining Mo felt more and more like a street rat hiding deep in the sewer, never seeing the light of day.

Once upon a time, he was the nightmare of the entire Hong Kong, even the police couldn’t handle him, but now, he had become a street rat.

“The leader of the Tomb Spirit Organization has become so decadent?” At that moment, a female figure flashed by, and the next second, the woman sat on the opposite couch, watching Refining Mo with a smile.

“Hmph, Hades’s people have left Hong Kong, did you know?” Refining Mo glared at the woman, suddenly cursing and smashing the bottle in his hand onto the ground.

“I know, so what?” The woman laughed instead of getting angry.

“Then how am I supposed to deal with Hades?

Am I expected to go all the way to Yanjing?” Refining Mo shouted, “Also, you guys, not allowing me to hurt Hades, and his people are not around, what do you expect me to do?”

“Haha, the current situation, our lord had foreseen it.

If you want to break this deadlock, you must start with them,” the woman said with a laugh, pulling out a photograph from her pocket and handing it over.

“The Xu Family of Hong Kong, those upstarts, what do you want me to do?” Refining Mo glanced at the photo, which showed a man and a woman.

“Chairman Xu Lei of the Xu Group, has a daughter named Xu Han.

You should know what to do,” the woman sneered, revealing a ferocious smile, “and a reminder, don’t forget our agreement.”