The four of them laughed so hard they were doubling over. The goon in the passenger seat was laughing until tears streamed down his face, his gaze toward Lin Xiao filled with utter disdain and contempt.

But soon, their laughter died. Not only did it die, but expressions of pure terror and shock replaced it.

Yes, Lin Xiao had made his move.

With a single punch, he blew the passenger-seat goon's head apart. Blood and brain matter splattered everywhere. The scene was gruesome and brutal.

"Tell me, who sent you!" Lin Xiao's indifferent voice echoed inside the car. To the three remaining men in the back, his light and casual question sounded like a death curse.

Their bodies trembled, their eyes fixed on Lin Xiao in pure fear. Whether they were scared stupid or simply unwilling to talk, none of them spoke a word.

Lin Xiao was in no hurry. He raised his right hand. It was a beautiful hand—slim and slender, seemingly made for playing the piano. But right now, it had transformed into the most ferocious of murderous weapons.

With a flick of his wrist, a streak of cold light flashed.

The goon in the middle of the back seat didn't even manage a grunt before his body went limp, slumping over like a boiled noodle. A moment later, a thin trickle of blood seeped from the center of his brow.

Indeed, Lin Xiao had used the Xuantian Needle—a tool that could save lives, but was even better at taking them.

The last two goons began to quake, their bodies shaking like leaves in the wind. The look in their eyes was no longer fear; it was a complete and utter breakdown.

There was no helping it. Lin Xiao was too brutal, so brutal he no longer seemed human.

"Who sent you?" Lin Xiao's voice rang out again, asking the same question as before. His tone was still unhurried and indifferent, as casual as asking if they'd eaten yet.

Just then, the goon seated directly behind Lin Xiao began banging furiously on the car door, apparently trying to escape.

Lin Xiao sighed faintly and flicked his right hand again.

The Xuantian Needle shot out. In the blink of an eye, the world went quiet.

Now, only Lin Xiao and the goon behind the empty passenger seat were left alive in the car. But the man had completely shattered. The Cullinan was luxurious and spacious, and the last goon suddenly collapsed to the floor beneath his seat.

Shaking uncontrollably, he stammered, "It was… it was the Wang Family! The Wang Family from Jinhai City!"

Lin Xiao's brow furrowed slightly. The Wang Family again. I just killed Wang Zhuo, and now they dare to try and kidnap Shao Mei'er? They're really courting death!

The simple sentence seemed to drain the last of the man's strength.

"The Wang Family sent you to kidnap Shao Mei'er?"

The man nodded vigorously.

"Why didn't you make your move on the highway?"

"We couldn't catch up!"

Lin Xiao was amused by the answer. Seeing him laugh, the man seemed to spot a glimmer of hope for survival. He suddenly began kowtowing to Lin Xiao.

"Please, don't kill me," he begged between bows. "I'll do anything, anything, as long as you spare my life!"

Lin Xiao didn't even spare him a glance, let alone acknowledge his plea.

With another flick of his wrist, the world fell into complete silence.

From the moment they accepted this mission, their fate was sealed. To think a few bows could save them was pure fantasy.

After handling everything, Lin Xiao called Tie Shankao. The call was answered instantly.

"Master, what are your instructions?"

"Wait for me where we handled Wang Zhuo. And get me a car," Lin Xiao said calmly.

"Yes, Master!"

Lin Xiao hung up and drove toward Chu Xiangxue's villa. He hadn't been driving for long when a call came in from Shao Mei'er.

"Stinky Daddy, is everything handled?" Her voice carried a hint of worry.

Lin Xiao smiled. "It's already taken care of!"

Shao Mei'er was instantly thrilled. "Wow, Stinky Daddy, you're so amazing! I love you so much! Where are you now?"

"On my way back to Chu Xiangxue's villa."

"Stinky Daddy, I'll wait for you at the gate!"

"Wait for what? Just go on inside. I still need a bit more time."

"I don't care, I want to wait!"

"Forget about waiting. It's almost noon, why don't you go figure out what we should eat?"

"Stinky Daddy, what do you want to eat?"

"Whatever you make will be great."

"Okay, then I'll go get ready. Love you, Stinky Daddy!"

With that, Shao Mei'er hung up.

After driving for a while longer, a call from Su Qingning came through. Shao Mei'er must have already returned to the villa. She didn't see me, so she made the call. At the end of the day, she's just worried about me.

Lin Xiao quickly answered the phone. Before he could speak, Su Qingning's anxious voice rushed out.

"Lin Xiao, where are you? How are you? Why aren't you back yet?"

Her voice was quick and urgent. He knew she was worried, so he quickly replied, "I'm on my way, I'm fine, and I'll be back soon!" She had fired off three questions, and he answered them all in one breath.

Hearing his voice, Su Qingning finally relaxed, letting out a clear sigh of relief.

"Drive safely, don't rush!"

"I can't do that. I really want to see you right now."

"Stop it. I'm not going to fly away. Just focus on driving!" Su Qingning chided playfully.

Her slightly coquettish tone stirred something in him. Honestly, Lin Xiao wasn't inexperienced or lacking in self-control. But for some reason, he was particularly susceptible to Su Qingning's charming voice. Perhaps it was because even though he couldn't see her, her voice alone was enough to conjure the image of her stunningly beautiful face in his mind.

"Understood. Be a good girl and wait for me at the villa."

Su Qingning sweetly agreed, and they hung up.

As he neared Chu Xiangxue's villa, Lin Xiao saw Tie Shankao from a distance. He was standing with a large group of men a few hundred meters from the villa entrance.

Lin Xiao drove over to them. Just as he stepped out of the car, Tie Shankao hurried to meet him.

"Is the matter with Wang Zhuo dealt with?"

Tie Shankao nodded vigorously and said respectfully, "Master, it's been handled. The other trash present at the scene were also taken care of. Rest assured, they won't be saying a word."

"Well done."

"You flatter me, Master."

"I have another job for you. Deal with this car and the people inside."

Tie Shankao gave one of his men a look, and several of them immediately ran toward the Cullinan. At the same time, Tie Shankao respectfully handed over a set of car keys. Lin Xiao glanced down and saw it was another Rolls-Royce key.

"Master, time was tight, so this was all I could get for now. But rest assured, I've already sent people to find a top-of-the-line sports car."

"No need. A Rolls-Royce is fine."

Lin Xiao took the keys and pressed the fob. The lights of a brand-new Cullinan parked nearby flashed.

You had to hand it to him; Tie Shankao was efficient. To get a brand-new Cullinan in such a short amount of time… Not bad. Lin Xiao was pleased.

"Oh, right. Do one more thing for me."

"Master, at your command!"

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