Chapter 268: Falling Flowers Have Intentions, Flowing

Water Is Ruthless

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

Gu Ci brought Qin Wan to the building across from the Global Racetrack much faster than Pei Qiuying’s arrival from the airport. Qin Wan had a new sniper rifle and had already found the best shooting position.

After setting up the rifle, Qin Wan took out a cigarette, lit it, and leaned lazily against the window, asking, “Want one?”

Gu Ci shook her head, her eyes fixed on the racetrack. Both Qin Wan and Gu Ci were dressed in black attire, their figures quite similar. Their hair was pulled back and tied behind their heads, making them look like mirror images from behind.

“Are you a smoker?” Gu Ci asked.

Qin Wan shook her head, “1 smoke when I’m on a mission. It’s like offering incense or paying respects at a grave, you know? When I’m on a mission and someone dies, 1 light one up to send them on their way. It’s my way of showing care.”

Gu Ci chuckled, unable to argue with that reasoning.

Li Jiang pushed Lu Zhiyuan onto the runway in a wheelchair. Qin Wan extinguished her cigarette, crushed it, and put it in her pocket. She then raised the rifle and observed the surroundings. “1 have a feeling… Third Master looks like he’s fishing. Are we the fish he’s trying to catch?”

“It does seem that way,” Gu Ci lightly laughed, her gaze fixed on Lu Zhiyuan. After getting used to his acting during this time, seeing the usually cold Third Master seemed a bit unusual.

“The environment seems clear!” Qin Wan said. “No sign of a sniper.”

“When you shoot, be precise and don’t hit him!” Gu Ci looked at Qin Wan and said, “Although he’s my brother’s enemy, he’s also the one 1 love.”

Qin Wan chuckled, “Gu Ci, we’re three hundred meters away. Don’t worry, the bullets won’t stray unless he decides to play the hero and jump in front of them. But that’s another story.”

Gu Ci’s expression darkened.

Playing the hero, taking bullets for Pei Qiuying!

Gu Ci sneered. If he dared to do that, he shouldn’t expect to live!

“You’re not going to kill Pei Qiuying, so why are you here to snipe her?” Qin Wan asked in confusion. Gu Ci’s orders were to shoot Pei Qiuying in the leg, not to kill her.

“I want to confirm something,” Gu Ci said with a light smile. “Don’t worry, just follow my lead.”

“This environment is a sniper’s dream. The racetrack is so spacious, and there’s no cover. It’s perfect for shooting!” Qin Wan casually remarked. “I’ll say it upfront, if Third Master decides to take the bullets for her, that’s not on me.” “If he gets hit, it’s his own fault!”

Qin Wan nodded, giving a thumbs up. “With a boss like him, love and romance are just fleeting clouds in my eyes. Men, if one dies, there are plenty more.”

Pei Qiuying’s car soon arrived at the Global Racetrack, and a guard accompanied her as she approached Lu Zhiyuan. The guard was stopped by Li Jiang, leaving Pei Qiuying alone to approach Lu Zhiyuan.

“Pei Qiuying is truly audacious. She orchestrated a car accident that almost took Third Master’s life. Isn’t she afraid he’ll kill her?” Qin Wan raised an eyebrow, and upon seeing the way Pei Qiuying looked at Lu Zhiyuan, she suddenly understood. “Ah, I get it now, she’s your rival, isn’t she, Gu Ci?” “She’s not worthy!” Gu Ci replied.

“That’s true. If 1 were a man, I’d choose you, you’re beautiful!”

Gu Ci chuckled, and her words echoed a sentiment similar to what Zhou Jinjin had once said.

Down on the racetrack, Pei Qiuying knelt suddenly, causing everyone to be startled. Except for Lu Zhiyuan, Pei Qiuying had tears in her eyes as she said, “Third Master, I’m truly sorry. The car accident was not my intention. I’m here to make amends. Whether you want to kill me or spare me, it’s up to you.”

Qin Wan and Gu Ci exchanged a glance. This woman could really put on a show. Qin Wan commented, “She’s been pretending to be crazy and naive for years. Her mental fortitude is impressive.”

This also indirectly reflected something: Third Master was indeed a bit terrifying. At least, in managing his subordinates, he was very stable. Both Ji Chi and Rong Li were willing to follow him, which required a lot of effort.

“Repentance?” Lu Zhiyuan placed one hand on the armrest of his wheelchair, looking exceptionally leisurely. “We merely want ifferent things in life. Wanting to break free from my control, it’s only human nature. What crime is there?”

Pei Qiuying trembled all over. “It was the order of the Shadow Master. I had no choice but to obey. In the underworld, there are two masters, one in the light and one in the shadows. The one in the light has no real power; they are merely a financial tool controlled by the shadow network. In a decade in the underworld, three masters have died. I’m afraid, Third Master, I’m afraid of becoming the fourth soul under his blade. 1 can only obey him. I’ve committed a grave mistake, please forgive me. In the future, whether it’s climbing mountains of knives or diving into seas of fire, I will do so without hesitation, listening only to you.”

Lu Zhiyuan looked at Pei Qiuying with a pensive expression.

She was intelligent, no doubt about that, but it was a pity that her will was not firm enough. She had easily betrayed the underworld’s shadow network. Lu Zhiyuan coldly asked, “There’s another shadow network in the underworld, and 1 didn’t know about it?”

Before Pei Qiuying came, she must have gathered some information. Lu Zhiyuan was already aware of the existence of the underworld’s shadow network. “It’s always been there. No matter how many leaders the underworld changes, it’s all under his control with just a word!”

“Then tell me, who is the Shadow Master?” Lu Zhiyuan’s voice was as cold as the night.

“I don’t know!” Pei Qiuying’s eyes welled up with tears, and she tried to approach him pitifully.

“Stay away from me!” Lu Zhiyuan frowned.

Pei Qiuying cried helplessly, “Third Master, everything I’ve said is true. I’ve done something terribly wrong, and I deeply regret it. I’ve liked you for many years, and 1 can’t hide anything from you in this matter!”

“I have no interest in your personal feelings,” Lu Zhiyuan said indifferently. “Pei Qiuying, if you want to surrender, you should show some sincerity. You don’t know who the Shadow Master is, but you’ve come to see me. I almost lost my life in that car accident. If you truly want to make amends, there’s a racing car over there. Don’t wear any protective gear, go at 350 kilometers per hour through the bends. Life and death are in fate’s hands, and I’ll trust you.”

Pei Qiuying’s face turned pale. She finally understood why Lu Zhiyuan had arranged to meet her on the racetrack. It all made sense now!

Even for ordinary people, going at 350 kilometers per hour would be dizzying, let alone navigating bends. It was something that only seasoned racing drivers could accomplish. Pei Qiuying kowtowed and said, “Third Master, 1 was wrong. If I can find out who the Shadow Master is, I will make amends. Please believe me; 1 can do it.”

Lu Zhiyuan remained unmoved, wheeling his chair a bit farther away from her. “Pei Qiuying, the underworld sent you to City A as a pawn. You’re a disposable piece on the board. You know you’re backed into a corner and sought my protection. Why are you pretending to be a big shot? Jiang Junlin has been supporting and nurturing you. If you truly pledge loyalty to me, why didn’t you say so earlier?”

Pei Qiuying’s hidden agenda was exposed, but she wasn’t embarrassed. It was an open secret, and she couldn’t hide it anymore. She spoke frankly, “The Jiang family and the Pei family have been family friends for generations. He’s just an elder brother from a friendly family. I didn’t think it was important. The underworld is a financial system, and we have to cooperate with Hualan Bank. We had some business dealings. The most loyal person to me is you.. If 1 tell a single lie, may 1 be struck by lightning!”

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