"I've been telling you, Lin Chuan isn't the one who escaped from prison, but you just won't believe it," Song Wu said helplessly. "If Lin Chuan had escaped, how could he possibly come to the City Committee to surrender himself?"

"That's true," Song Wen nodded, talking to himself: "Damn it, every time I see this kid, I just get inexplicably angry. I can't control my emotions at all."

"Song Wen, you need to control yourself when you see Lin Chuan in the future," Song Wu advised.

Returning to the resting room, everyone saw the Song brothers with their heads down, seemingly in a state of dejection.

............

Shanghai, inside a tall building on the Bund.

On the thirty-sixth floor of the high-rise, several men dressed in black stood atop the building, beneath their feet was an endless abyss. Only upon closer inspection could one see that below were vehicles speeding by, but these cars looked like mere ants from this height.

The men in black had a cold demeanor, with an aura of murderous intent surrounding them.

"Have you really fallen for him?" The man leading them was tall and strong, with a mask covering his eyes. However, from the contours of his face, his complexion, and the shape of his eyes, one could tell he was a handsome man.

Behind him stood two men and two women, all very straight and stern, with their hands clasped behind their backs.

Kneeling before the lead man was a woman with a voluptuous figure and exquisite face, biting her red lips, knowing that if she did not confess honestly, she would face severe torture from the organization. The leader of the Fire Butterfly gang was known as 'Ghost'. This was only his nickname, as his prowess and speed were considered flawless, moving without a trace - speedy and more than human. Since his appearance and background were unknown to anyone, as if he had suddenly emerged out of thin air, he was called Ghost.

"I…" The woman knelt on the ground, her mind racing.

Whack…

The whip in Ghost's hands lashed out, striking the woman's back with impeccable precision.

"Ah!" The woman let out a painful cry and collapsed to the ground.

The whip wielded by Ghost was known as the life-taking godly whip. His control over the whip had reached a level as refined as fire. Wherever he wished to strike, the whip in his hand could do so without fail. The whip in his hands was like lightning under his control, capable of killing without leaving a trace.

"Speak!" Ghost's voice sounded somewhat enraged.

"I haven't," the woman shook her head.

Whack…

Another strike of the whip left a cruciform welt on her back, from which blood flowed freely. Just two lashes were enough to become unbearable for her. She spat out blood, her whole being nearly at the brink of collapse.

"Fang Yuan, why bother resisting?" At that moment, one of the women hurriedly spoke behind Ghost: "Just confess to the boss."

"I…" Fang Yuan bit her red lips, silent for a long time, before saying, "Yes, I fell for him. That's why... I couldn't do it."

Whack whack…

The whip in Ghost's hand traced several glints of light in the air, hitting Fang Yuan's back again.

"You shouldn't have done this!" Ghost gritted his teeth and said, "Members of Fire Butterfly would rather die than fall for a Dark Soldier."

Ghost loathed the Dark Soldiers to his core, always seeing them as thorns in his side. Lin Chuan, in particular, was an indelible mark in his mind.

"Boss, I don't understand, why must we be adversaries with Dark Soldier?" Fang Yuan roared in anger.

Swoosh…

The eldest sister, who had just spoken, swiftly moved towards Fang Yuan, fiercely slapping her on her rosy cheek and scolding, "You foolish thing, do we have the right to question the boss's decisions? You've become too bold."

Rip…

Suddenly, Ghost tore open his black cape. A ferocious scar that ran across his entire chest was starkly visible against his pale, muscular torso. Ghost sneered, "You see, this is why I must kill him, because he once tried to kill me."

Hiss…

Everyone took a sharp breath.

Ghost sneered, "Unfortunately, he thought I was dead, but I was only unconscious. When I woke up, I found a few wolves gnawing at my body..."

Fang Yuan bit her red lips, unsure of what to do.

"Fool, aren't you going to hurry up and apologize to the boss," the eldest sister signaled Fang Yuan with her eyes.

Fang Yuan compliantly said, "Boss, I'm sorry."

"I'll give you a chance," Ghost said as he dressed himself.

"I am willing to die as an apology," Fang Yuan pulled out a knife.

"Don't you dare!" Ghost's eyes emitted a chilling light, "If you dare to die, I will make sure you never find peace in the afterlife."

Upon hearing this, Fang Yuan's whole body trembled, and she put the knife back.

"I…" Fang Yuan was at a loss.

"Return to Jiangbei City. Within one month, I want Lin Chuan's head presented to me," Ghost said coldly.

"No, I... I can't do it." Fang Yuan shook her head in panic.

"You can do it," Ghost replied with a cold laugh.

At this moment, the eldest sister quickly helped Fang Yuan up and said firmly, "You can do it, believe me, you can definitely do it. Just think of your younger brother studying abroad, and you'll be able to do it."

"No!" Fang Yuan closed her eyes, a chill in her heart. Faced with the choice between family and love, what should she do?

If she could protect both sides, she would rather sacrifice herself.

In the moment of Fang Yuan's daze, the other party had already left the building. She was left alone, crying silently.

............

These past few days, the struggles in Jiangbei City have been particularly intense, and all revolve around Lin Chuan.

In these days, Bai Yifan has been busy watching the excitement. However, the commotion didn't last for many days and seemed to calm down. This puzzled Bai Yifan.

For this reason, Bai Yifan decided to make a personal visit to the City Committee.

The office of Tang Yumeng.

"Secretary Tang, Bai Yifan is here," Xiao Xue said with a giggle.

"Him? What's he here for?" Tang Yumeng asked, puzzled.

"Maybe he's the mysterious gentleman who has been sending flowers every day," Xiao Xue said with a covered mouth and a stealthy laugh.

"Let him in," Tang Yumeng said.

After a while, Bai Yifan entered, still in his signature white suit and gold-rimmed glasses, handsome and dapper. Every time this guy comes to the City Committee, he always attracts the attention of quite a few girls. There's nothing to be done, Bai Yifan is naturally advantaged, not only handsome and young but also wealthy and with a father who is a deputy provincial secretary. To have any one of these traits would be a stroke of luck for the average person, but this guy possesses all three, and all are out of reach.

"Yifan, what do you need from me?" Tang Yumeng put down the work in her hands.

"Recently, you've been too busy, so I didn't dare to disturb you," Bai Yifan said with a smile. "Now that I know you've dealt with your pressing matters, I've come to see you. I'd like to invite you to dinner today, would you grace me with the pleasure?"

"Today?" Tang Yumeng paused, "Why?"

"To celebrate one year and two months since we've met," Bai Yifan sat down in front of Tang Yumeng.

Tang Yumeng laughed, "You remember that?"

"I might forget everything else, but I can never forget the day we met," said Bai Yifan, looking deeply into Tang Yumeng's eyes with a tender gaze.

Tang Yumeng quickly avoided Bai Yifan's eyes and laughed, "Forget it, I don't have time."

"Why?" Bai Yifan quickly asked.

"Tonight... I have to have dinner with Lin Chuan," Tang Yumeng replied.

"Lin Chuan again!" Bai Yifan felt a bit angry, he gritted his teeth and said, "Can you not mention Lin Chuan? What's so good about that guy?"

"In my heart, he is a hero," Tang Yumeng replied bluntly.

"Yes, yes, yes!" Bai Yifan said helplessly, then added, "What about a movie tonight, can you do that?"

"No, too late, I need to go home and rest. It's been too busy these days," Tang Yumeng refused again.

Bai Yifan's eyes flashed with displeasure, which Tang Yumeng completely failed to notice. Bai Yifan forced a smile, "It seems there's no hope of me booking a date with you. Well, I'll be leaving then, but if you need anything, remember to tell me."

"Thank you," Tang Yumeng nodded.

After Bai Yifan left, Xiao Xue said, "Secretary Tang, I think Bai Yifan is much better than Lin Chuan. And more romantic. Look at Lin Chuan, that blockhead, never sends you flowers, never invites you for meals or to watch movies. And always causing you trouble, you say..."

"Enough," Tang Yumeng said with a hint of annoyance, "Xiao Xue, don't smear Lin Chuan in front of me. I understand what kind of person Lin Chuan is better than you do."

"Sister, I... I was wrong," Xiao Xue said awkwardly.

"Alright, back to work," Tang Yumeng replied.

"Okay!" Xiao Xue quickly nodded her head.

After Xiao Xue left, Tang Yumeng's mind was somewhat in turmoil.

She quickly picked up her phone, then dialed Lin Chuan's number.

"Sister, looking for me? Are you going out?" Lin Chuan asked quickly.

"Where are you?" Tang Yumeng's voice was a bit low.

"I... I'm at the transportation market," Lin Chuan said with a smile, "If you're going out, I'll come right over, I guarantee to arrive within ten minutes."

"Ten minutes from so far away?" Tang Yumeng asked curiously.

"As long as sister wishes it, I can be there in five minutes," Lin Chuan patted his chest and said, "Protecting my sister's safety is my unshirkable responsibility. Sis, are you going out? If you are, I'll come over right now."

Tang Yumeng was slightly moved in her heart and said, "No, I'm not going out."

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