Upon hearing Mi Xiaoying's question, Liu Ergou instinctively shook his head, indicating he didn't know.

Seeing Liu Ergou's reaction, Mi Xiaoying didn't keep him in suspense and told him directly, "When Sun Gang took over the Sun Family, he was only twenty-three years old. This year, he's twenty-five."

At these words, a look of shock appeared on Liu Ergou's face.

He took over the Sun Family at twenty-three, and now he's twenty-five. That meant it only took Sun Gang two years to make a nearly qualitative leap, leading his family from an ordinary city right up to Jingdu.

This guy is seriously impressive!

Just as Liu Ergou was silently making his calculations, Mi Xiaoying continued, "About the news from Jingdu, those women of yours might not be very clear on it. Although some of them are also in Jingdu, they've been away for too long. They aren't very familiar with the situation there.

"They might not understand the situation, but I do, very well!

"I can tell you responsibly that the Sun Family is doing well in Jingdu and has already made contact with a member of one of the six major families."

After listening to Mi Xiaoying, Liu Ergou had to admit the man was indeed formidable. But for him, what did it matter how formidable he was?

Making your way in this world isn't just about power, but also about ability. Sun Gang was certainly capable, but unfortunately, his abilities still fell short compared to my own. I couldn't claim my medical skills were unparalleled in the world, but they were, at the very least, exceptionally rare. Even the grandmasters of the field might not be my match.

Thinking this, Liu Ergou spoke, "I didn't expect this Sun Gang to be quite so formidable!"

Mi Xiaoying nodded. "He is, so, Er Gou, do you still think I'm joking with you?"

At this point, Mi Xiaoying became serious. "When I say you could disappear at any moment, I'm not teasing you! You're my man, and I don't want anything to happen to you, so…"

Saying this, Mi Xiaoying sat up straight from the couch and said earnestly, "So, Er Gou, come with me! I'll take you to Jingdu. I still have some connections there. While they might not be enough to deal with Sun Gang, it's more than enough for us to protect ourselves! In Jingdu, he absolutely wouldn't dare touch you!"

Mi Xiaoying had expected Liu Ergou to accept her proposal with joy. However, to her surprise, he refused without any hesitation.

"I won't go!" Liu Ergou said. "I should hide and skulk around just because of some guy named Sun Gang?

"Then what happens if I run into someone from those six major families you mentioned? Am I supposed to just lie down and wait to die?"

Mi Xiaoying didn't hear a word he said after that. She only focused on his initial refusal.

"Er Gou, now is not the time to be stubborn!" Mi Xiaoying said anxiously. "The only way to survive is to go to Jingdu!"

"Do you realize that in this city, Zhang Xiuming and I each control half the territory? Well, that might be a slight exaggeration, but we both have considerable influence here.

"Zhang Xiuming is involved in a wide range of industries—from real estate and catering to tourism. He's got a hand in almost everything.

"I, on the other hand, am responsible for industries that only the wealthy can dabble in, like stone gambling, which is my primary source of income.

"But the Sun Family started here, so they have their fingers in these pies too. Their focus is on Jingdu now, but if Sun Gang gives the word…"

At this point, the worry on Mi Xiaoying's face was plain to see. But even with her detailed explanation, Liu Ergou remained unmoved.

"Oh, so that's how it is!" Liu Ergou nodded, his face expressionless. "I'll say it again: Sun Gang might be formidable, but I'm no pushover!

"If it really comes down to it, can't we just find a way to take down his businesses?

"I have a few connections of my own!"

Seeing Liu Ergou so full of confidence, Mi Xiaoying couldn't help but let out a long sigh. Since he was so insistent, she felt it was no use saying anything more.

In that moment, Mi Xiaoying silently slapped a label on Liu Ergou: Arrogance. In her twenty-odd years, she had seen countless arrogant men, and the outcome was always the same: they all died without a proper burial. She had even dealt with quite a few of them herself. This, however, was the first time someone so close to her had been so arrogant.

Looking at Liu Ergou, Mi Xiaoying shook her head. She decided not to try to persuade him any longer.

However, Liu Ergou suddenly spoke up, "Boss Mi, let's be honest. Do you enjoy having active landmines on your own turf?

"To be honest, I don't. If there were landmines on my territory, I'd find a way to remove them.

"You didn't make a move before because you had no reason, but now you have one!

"You also have the ability. The only question is whether you want to do it or not."

Mi Xiaoying immediately shook her head. "I don't! Even if we have the ability to deal with those 'landmines', do you want to be relentlessly targeted by Sun Gang?"

Hearing this, Liu Ergou blinked, then chuckled. "And what if Sun Gang loses those businesses due to his own actions? Then, only I would be targeted, and it would have nothing to do with you."

As soon as he said this, Mi Xiaoying's eyes lit up.

She was about to say something, but Liu Ergou leaned in close to her ear and began to whisper.

After he finished, Mi Xiaoying's eyes shone brightly. "Er Gou, are you really sure? If you truly are, then things might go exactly as you predict! When it happens, everything can just be blamed on luck!"

Liu Ergou nodded vigorously. "Don't worry. I can't say I'm 100% sure, but I'm at least 95% certain!"

Hearing Liu Ergou's assurance, Mi Xiaoying stopped doubting him and nodded. "Alright, Liu Ergou. This time, I'll join you in this madness! If it works out, it'll be good for everyone!"

Seeing Mi Xiaoying agree, Liu Ergou didn't say much more. He just grinned slyly and scooped Mi Xiaoying up in his arms.

His action startled Mi Xiaoying, making her tremble. "Er Gou, I really can't!

"Let's talk about it some other day!

"Tomorrow at the earliest. Let's just forget it for today!"

Seeing Mi Xiaoying's terrified look, Liu Ergou gently kissed her on the forehead. "Relax, you're overthinking things. I'm just going to carry you to the bath.

"Look, I'm all sweaty and so are you. We might as well take a bath together. We'll even save water!"