Chapter 47

Gao Deng: "Don't misunderstand, I didn't have any related information before. The intrigue and scheming within the organization are what I detest the most. I would never scheme against you first, unless you had plans to do so first. You should be aware of this."

Lei Xiaogu: "Hmm, your character is indeed like that. I shouldn't have doubted you." —— expressionless

Gao Deng: "..." —— deliberately not letting me see the truth in your words, it seems you really did scheme against me."

Lei Xiaogu: "Don't guess wildly! This is just my habit, an unconscious action."

Gao Deng: "Nonsense! An unconscious action? Your good disciple Wayne first framed Dent with the stun gun, planning to let Dent take the fall if anything went wrong; then at the victory banquet, he called for everyone to toast me, but he himself drank tea instead of alcohol, wanting others to drink the drugged wine while he remained unscathed. Were these all your instructions, good teacher? It's laughable that Dent once warned him, 'The banks of the Chu River are shrouded in smoke, and hidden arrows often come from within the ranks,' telling him to be cautious of his peers' schemes, yet he was stabbed in the back without even realizing it, truly a foolish man who thinks himself clever."

I (voiceover): "No way? These were all Wayne's calculated moves to eliminate his competitors? That's really devious."

Lei Xiaogu: "You're overthinking it, these were all coincidences. Why would Wayne scheme against Dent? He had no motive."

Gao Deng: "Motive? Don't tell me you didn't know that my closed-door disciple will inherit everything from me, and Wayne, Dent, and Bid are the candidates." —— pointing out

Lei Xiaogu: "Oh? Is that so?" —— surprised

Gao Deng: "Just keep pretending."

Lei Xiaogu: "I'm absolutely not pretending. I really didn't know about Wayne's plans to eliminate other competitors. He did this to become your closed-door disciple, it was his personal decision, and I absolutely did not participate." —— earnestly

Gao Deng: "Bullshit! Look at this, who is it?" —— throwing a photo to Lei Xiaogu

Lei Xiaogu: "Ah? (looking at the photo) Isn't this the Cheshire Cat? How did you get a photo of her without her cat mask? And she's wearing a bikini?" —— puzzled

Gao Deng: "Yes, it's your subordinate, the Cheshire Cat. I haven't seen her for four years, and she mostly wore a cat mask when we cooperated before. I didn't recognize her at first. As for how I got this photo, I obtained it from Bid. It was secretly taken by Bid at his home, and the woman in the photo is his stepmother! Do you still dare to say you had nothing to do with it? Your hands have reached into Bid's home!" —— accusing

I (voiceover): "The old scholar's use of the beauty trap has reached a masterful level, using such subtle methods to plant a spy and seduce Bid. Fortunately, Bid resisted the temptation of his stepmother and didn't engage in an inappropriate relationship. Otherwise, if Gao Deng found out, he would think this kid only cares about physical pleasure and not his parents, and what good would come of it?"

Lei Xiaogu: "..." —— I opposed her marrying that old man from the start. Not only did she bring a son, but she was old enough to be the Cheshire Cat's father. Now she's causing this trouble, I really regret pushing for that reform." —— regretful

Lei Lya: "Falling in love is a human nature, even elite assassins trained as killers can fall in love. Instead of using orders and discipline to forcibly stop and interfere, it's better to give subordinates some personal space and autonomy within a larger framework. Although it may cause some confidentiality issues, it can foster unity and loyalty, and prevent easy betrayal. In this aspect, we are much better than the Light Society, with more humane management, attracting many desperate couples to join. Father, your decision was right." —— consoling

Gao Deng: "Hmph, the father-daughter act is quite good." —— sarcastic

Lei Xiaogu: "..." —— Whether you believe it or not, I have to say: the Cheshire Cat's marriage to Bid's father was her own decision, and it has nothing to do with me. I hate those who use beauty traps to destroy families."

Gao Deng: "Are you still suffering from the psychological trauma from the past? (observing Lei Xiaogu) Alright, I believe you. I won't pursue this matter further. Just warn Wayne, I welcome normal internal competition, but don't play tricks with me, I'm not senile yet."

Lei Xiaogu: "Alright, I'll warn him and make him more restrained. Let's put this aside and get back to the topic. Tell me about your plan for Princess Dale tomorrow."

Gao Deng: "Tomorrow morning, I will send a five-person field team to accompany her on a tour of Gotham City..."

Lei Xiaogu: "A five-person field team to accompany her on a tour of Gotham City? What a coincidence? Did you foresee this?"

Gao Deng: "What foresight? I was extorted by her at the dock and had no choice but to do it. Do you think I'm secretly happy about it?"

Lei Xiaogu: "Why not be secretly happy? Isn't this a heaven-sent opportunity? You can use her as bait without consulting Princess Dale, and have a five-person field team as protection. What a great thing."

Gao Deng: "Great thing? It's a nightmare. That witch didn't come to Gotham City for the final negotiations, but to poach our 'Professional Superheroes' cast."

Lei Xiaogu: "Oh, I see, no wonder you said you need to give someone a heads-up." —— enlightened

Gao Deng: "Exactly. Later, I will call Jordan, Bid, and Kent to inform them about the secret files of the 'Pigeon Operation' from five years ago."

Lei Xiaogu: "Revealing the true face of Paradise Island to break their illusions? Good idea. By the way, I should tell you, Wayne has something else to do tomorrow morning and can't accompany Princess Dale on the tour. You should send someone else."

I (voiceover): "Is the old scholar also worried about his own fence not being secure, afraid Wayne will be lured away?"

Gao Deng: "What? You want me to send someone else? Is this the sincere cooperation between us? Are you afraid Wayne will be seduced by that witch and cause your daughter to lose her love?" —— angry

Lei Xiaogu: "How could that be? If I was worried, I could just give him a heads-up like you did. He has another task tomorrow, really can't spare the time, don't misunderstand." —— explaining

Gao Deng: "Another task? What task? Is it part of your plan?"

Lei Xiaogu: "Yes, since receiving the silent alarm from 'Terror Shadow,' I have been investigating the list of today's incoming travelers, selecting suspicious business groups (business groups coming to China for meetings), film crews (film crews coming to China for shooting), overseas tour groups, and individual travelers. Tomorrow, Wayne will invite these suspicious business groups and film crews to Wayne Tower as the CEO of Wayne Group, secretly investigating them to find the superpowered agents sent by the Light Society to Gotham City."

I (voiceover): "So that's the task, it really suits Wayne. Who else has the influence to make people come voluntarily, being the richest man in Gotham City?"

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