Chapter 85

As Chu Tianshu spoke, his eyes frequently glanced at the door. Suddenly, he noticed two figures, one sturdy and one thin, acting suspiciously by the "Lingyunzhi" car.

The sky had already darkened, and the man was facing away from the café, so Chu Tianshu couldn't see his face clearly. But just by his silhouette, he could identify the sturdy man as the culprit who had hit Bai Yunduo that day.

"Damn, you finally showed up!" A fierce expression appeared on Chu Tianshu's face.

Ning Xin followed Chu Tianshu's gaze and noticed his unusual behavior. "Senior Brother, do you know them?"

"Uh-huh." Chu Tianshu glared at the people outside with intense hatred.

The thin man circled the car and said something to the sturdy man.

The sturdy man took out his phone and made a call, then subconsciously glanced at the café.

"Could they be accomplices of those two guys from earlier?" Ning Xin also leaned forward to take a closer look.

Chu Tianshu gritted his teeth. "Yes, I've been waiting for him."

"What?" Ning Xin asked in confusion.

Chu Tianshu turned Ning Xin's body to avoid being seen by the sturdy man.

"They must be here for revenge." Ning Xin pushed him and continued.

"Aren't you afraid?" Chu Tianshu asked in return.

"If you're not afraid, why should I be?"

Chu Tianshu gave a cold laugh.

"You look as sinister as you did in the snack shop. So they're definitely in for some trouble, right?" Ning Xin squinted her eyes and smiled slyly.

"Of course. Come on, let's put on another good show." Chu Tianshu patted Ning Xin's face and smiled.

"Sure, sure." Ning Xin clapped her hands happily.

Chu Tianshu got up and called the waiter to pay the bill.

Suddenly, his phone rang.

"Warm spring breeze blows in my face, peach blossoms bloom..."

Chu Tianshu handed a few bills to the waiter, took out his phone, and saw an unfamiliar number.

After answering, Chu Tianshu asked, "Who is it?"

"Leng Xue."

"Hello!"

Leng Xue asked, "Where are you?"

"Um... I think I'm near Beijing Road, but I can't say the exact location."

"I'll treat you to dinner tonight. Where do you want to go?"

Chu Tianshu suddenly had an idea and asked, "Leng Xue, I'm not very familiar with Lijiang City. Is there a place that's a bit secluded? I want to talk to some friends, and it's not convenient with too many people around."

"How many people?"

Chu Tianshu looked at Ning Xin and then out the window, hesitating. "There's a girlfriend for dinner, and a few guys for the talk."

Is there a difference between dinner and talking?

Leng Xue paused for a moment before saying, "West of the city, Yunwu Manor."

Chu Tianshu said, "I've never been there. Can you tell me the general location?"

Leng Xue said, "Near the Lijiang West exit of the expressway. There will be clear signs along the way."

"Okay, see you soon."

After hanging up, Chu Tianshu noticed Ning Xin pouting and eavesdropping.

Chu Tianshu held Ning Xin's hand and left the café, heading towards the "Lingyunzhi" car.

The two men quickly hid in the darkness.

After getting in the car, Chu Tianshu started the engine but didn't rush to leave. He checked the rearview mirror and confirmed that the two men had gotten into another Japanese car on the side of the road before slowly driving off.

Sure enough, as soon as the "Lingyunzhi" car moved, the Japanese car followed closely behind.

Chu Tianshu whistled.

Ning Xin rolled her eyes and asked, "What are you so pleased about?"

Chu Tianshu pointed to the rearview mirror with his mouth. "We have some fun ahead. Aren't you excited?"

Ning Xin looked at the rearview mirror and said disdainfully, "Just because a girl invited you to dinner? What's so fun about that? It's like you've never eaten before."

Chu Tianshu said, "Help me keep an eye on that Japanese car behind us. Don't let it lose us."

Ning Xin pouted. "Hmph, the person who invited you to dinner is in the car, right?"

Chu Tianshu shook his head and smiled. "No, if I'm not mistaken, it's the rats we played with at noon."

"Really?" Ning Xin immediately became interested and called out happily.

Chu Tianshu nodded and maintained a steady speed.

Ning Xin enthusiastically directed Chu Tianshu.

"Slow down, slow down. Red light, the Japanese car didn't follow."

"Turn signal, turn the signal quickly."

Ning Xin looked at the dark outside and suddenly asked, "Um... where are we going?"

"West of the city," Chu Tianshu said. "The traffic is light now, so we don't need to worry about the Japanese car. Help me look for the sign for Yunwu Manor."

"Yunwu Manor? Is a girl waiting for you there?" Ning Xin's jealousy flared up again.

Chu Tianshu dodged the question. "Hehe, a play needs a stage, right?" He accelerated to test the Japanese car, which also sped up, causing him to give a cold laugh.

Although Ning Xin was unhappy, she still spotted the "Yunwu Manor" sign as Chu Tianshu had asked.

Chu Tianshu turned the steering wheel and drove onto a narrow cement road, heading quickly towards the brightly lit "Yunwu Manor."

Soon, they saw a manor-style building with neon lights outside and lively music and dancing inside. It offered dining, relaxation, and entertainment, a picturesque and secluded haven.

As soon as they parked, Leng Xue's phone call came again.

"Have you arrived? ... Good, I'm at Biyun Tower."

Chu Tianshu held Ning Xin's hand and entered the manor. As they turned a corner, he glanced at the mirror in the lobby and noticed the sturdy man, the muscular man, the bald man, and the thin man sneaking in.

Chu Tianshu didn't stop. Led by a receptionist, he quickly turned past a screen and headed inside.

The manor was uniquely designed with winding corridors and pavilions spaced far apart, each almost an independent space, unlike the noisy private rooms in restaurants.

Outside the corridors, several enclosed electric carts shuttled back and forth, delivering dishes to each pavilion.

This unique design made "Yunwu Manor" very popular, especially among officials and wealthy people who preferred the fresh air and tranquility here over the concrete jungle of the city.

Biyun Tower was at the far end of Yunwu Manor, the most secluded spot.

Chu Tianshu secretly admired Leng Xue's understanding of his intentions.

The receptionist bowed and left.

As they entered, Ning Xin's eyes immediately locked onto Leng Xue, who was standing sideways.

Leng Xue was dressed in black, contrasting sharply with Ning Xin's all-white outfit.

Ning Xin had to admit that Leng Xue's figure was more upright, her skin darker but more athletic, and her eyes especially clear and bright.

"Welcome, please sit down," Leng Xue's voice was crisp.

Chu Tianshu turned and patted the still-dazed Ning Xin. "Leng Xue, this is my friend."

Ning Xin extended her hand and introduced herself. "Ning Xin, his junior sister."

"Hello," Leng Xue said, still expressionless.

Ning Xin's pride hit rock bottom, and her head drooped involuntarily.

Leng Xue pressed an intercom. "The guests have arrived, bring the dishes."

Ning Xin observed Leng Xue's every move, her eyes twinkling. Suddenly, she asked, "Sister Leng Xue, have you been in the military?"

Leng Xue was slightly surprised. "How did you know?"

"Your posture, the way you walk and turn, it's very clean and sharp, just like a standard soldier." Ning Xin happily circled Leng Xue and noticed a scar behind her ear.

Both of them fell silent.

The waiter soon brought the dishes.

Chu Tianshu told the waiter not to serve them unless called.

The waiter bowed and left.

Chu Tianshu considerately placed the dishes in front of Leng Xue and Ning Xin.

Enjoying the delicious food, Ning Xin relaxed. She looked up and said in a friendly tone, "Sister, I grew up in a military camp. I really like soldiers, including those who have been in the military."

"He's not a soldier, and he's never been in the military. Do you like him?" Leng Xue suddenly asked Ning Xin.

Ning Xin came to her senses, quickly glanced at Chu Tianshu, and laughed. "He's very fun."

Leng Xue was taken aback. Despite Ning Xin's playful answer, she still asked seriously, "Is he really that fun?"

"Of course," Ning Xin vividly recounted the fun they had that noon when Chu Tianshu led her to tease the muscular man and the bald man.

Leng Xue, who rarely smiled, couldn't help but laugh lightly when she heard about the muscular man being provoked to the point of smashing a spatula at the old police officer. She praised, "Sister, your skills are pretty good too."

Ning Xin raised her face. "Heh, just following the soldiers' moves."

Leng Xue paused and asked Chu Tianshu, "Are they here for revenge?"

"Yes," Ning Xin answered quickly. She then described how the group had followed them and how they had made sure not to lose them, and Chu Tianshu's plan to put on a show at Yunwu Manor.

Leng Xue shook her head slightly, looking at Chu Tianshu with disdain. "Chu Tianshu, are you really going to play such a childish trick? You've already teased them once, why can't you let it go? If you can't give me a reason, I won't play this game with you."

Chu Tianshu's face turned angry. He took out his phone and showed Leng Xue and Ning Xin a video of Bai Yunduo being beaten in the hospital.

When they saw the sturdy man slapping Bai Yunduo, Ning Xin couldn't help but feel indignant and cursed, "To hit a girl like that, such a despicable man should be eliminated whenever we see one."

Although Leng Xue didn't speak, her expression clearly showed her disgust with the shameless men in the video.

When Chu Tianshu showed the screenshot of the sturdy man's face, Ning Xin immediately exclaimed, "It's him!"

"Who?" Leng Xue raised an eyebrow and asked.