CHAPTER 196: CHAPTER 194: TIGER GIRL

Twenty minutes later, the police car stopped downstairs at the hotel.

"It’s on the 305 upstairs," said the officer.

Xiao Tian nodded, "Charge straight up!"

Saying this, a few people quickly rushed to the second floor. With the help of a waiter, they opened Room 305.

Just as they entered, a gust of wind blew by, and they saw the window of the room open, a rope tied to the radiator extending out the window.

Xiao Tian hurried to the window; below was the hotel’s backyard. It seemed Beishu Dayuan had already escaped from here.

"Damn it! Still a step late!"

Seeing the situation, Xiao Tian couldn’t help but stomp his foot in frustration.

Yu Ningxue was also furious, gritting her teeth, "That damned Japanese! Looks like we’ll have to conduct a city-wide search."

Xiao Tian nodded, feeling somewhat tired after a day of work.

"I’ll head back first."

"Mm, we’ll call you if there’s news."

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In the evening, at the Lan Family villa in Shanghai City. A pitch-black sedan with military plates slowly drove through the gates of the Lan Family’s residence, finally stopping in the Lan Family villa’s parking lot.

The Lan Family villa is also known as the Lan Family Estate. It’s one of the most mysterious locations in Shanghai, occupying a vast area and taking years to construct. The architects and landscaping team were all sourced by the military, each one top-notch in the country.

Moreover, the level of luxury of the Lan Family’s landscaping is extraordinary. The expansive garden includes various basketball courts, football fields, swimming pools, and even a private gym and private airfield.

All of this is backed by the owners of the estate, the Lanqi Couple.

Lan Qi himself is not well-known in Shanghai City, in part due to the military’s protection of his personal information. But if one were to really weigh significance, there are probably not many in Shanghai who surpass him.

The "Blue Eagle Company" under the Lanqi Couple ostensibly is a modern tech company, never launching products, yet receiving countless investments every year.

However, behind the scenes, the Blue Eagle Company is a concealed military factory. The research team led by Lan Qi is responsible for researching advanced weaponry, maintaining cooperative relationships with major military districts.

About half a year ago, Lan Qi’s son was kidnapped once. Since then, the military has directly protected the Lan Family’s safety.

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The car’s interior light turned on, and a beautiful woman in a black leather jacket gracefully stepped out of the car.

This person was none other than Xiao Tian’s third aunt, Zhong Kexin, renowned throughout the capital city!

She arrived at the Lan Family villa overnight to discuss a military cooperation project.

As Zhong Kexin got off the car, Xu Ying, who had been waiting for quite some time, quickly walked over and linked arms with Zhong Kexin, showing utmost affection.

"Kexin, why do you always come so late? I was planning to show you around Shanghai!"

Zhong Kexin helplessly pinched Xu Ying’s face. Although Xu Ying was not young, her skin and figure were as delicate as a child’s.

"You, how old are you, still acting like a child? I came late, and the family is rushing me to hurry back."

At the end, Zhong Kexin felt a bit annoyed. As a woman, she rarely had the opportunity to move around freely each year, let alone go out shopping and having fun with her sisters.

Of course, these were just her little grievances. Zhong Kexin, naturally aware of her special status, knew she had to accommodate many things.

"Hehe, let’s go, Lan Qi is waiting for you," Xu Ying smiled, leading Zhong Kexin into the villa.

Inside the villa, the lights were bright, and a large crystal chandelier hung in the spacious hall, exuding extreme luxury. The surrounding walls were carved by famous domestic and foreign artists, and the calligraphy and paintings hanging on the walls were evidently created by renowned artists.

Although Lan Qi spent most of his time on research, he was very passionate about Huaxia’s ancient paintings and calligraphy. These three elements almost made up his entire life.

As Zhong Kexin walked into the villa, she saw a table full of dishes already set in the hall. Lan Qi was holding red wine, filling each empty glass on the table.

Seeing Zhong Kexin enter, Lan Qi turned his head and smiled, "Kexin, long time no see!"

"Let’s get straight to the point. How are the improvements coming along?" Zhong Kexin smiled.

"It’s pretty much done. We made some improvements following the head’s instructions. This is the latest achievement," Lan Qi said, presenting a design drawing and some related materials to Zhong Kexin on the dining table.

Looking at the densely packed information, Zhong Kexin felt a little dizzy and laughed, "Haha, better leave these for the military factory guys to see; I can’t understand them."

Lan Qi chuckled, knowing Zhong Kexin didn’t like discussing these, but after handing over the backup materials to Zhong Kexin, he couldn’t help but remind, "Kexin, this project’s data, researched through our cooperation, is extremely important. Take great care to keep it safe; if it falls into enemy hands, the consequences would be unimaginable!"

Zhong Kexin nodded, understanding the importance of these things.

Lan Qi was still somewhat uneasy. For some reason, he always had a sense of foreboding, so he said, "I’ll have some people escort you back later."

"Hahaha, Lan Qi, you’re too cautious. Relax, I have bodyguards with me this time. They’re all in the car. Besides, who would be so bold as to dare to intercept me? Aren’t they afraid I’ll chop them up?" Zhong Kexin waved her hand, refusing.

Lan Qi nodded. He was very aware of Zhong Kexin’s strength. Although she hadn’t reached Xiao Tian’s perverse level, it was indeed difficult for ordinary people to get close to her. Thinking of this, Lan Qi offered Zhong Kexin another glass of mild red wine, hoping the premonition was just an illusion!

After eating and drinking to their fill, Zhong Kexin contentedly patted her stomach and wiped the oil off her mouth, unable to resist giving a thumbs up to praise, "Xu Ying’s dishes are still so delicious, far surpassing the chefs in our place. No wonder Xiao Tian always liked to come around here before; I bet he was just here to mooch meals!"

As soon as Xiao Tian was mentioned, the entire dinner table fell silent.

After a while, Xu Ying sighed, her tone filled with worry, "That kid last came here months ago; I’ve been unable to reach him these few months. It’s really concerning!"

In Xu Ying’s heart, she had long regarded Xiao Tian as her own younger brother, a part of her family. Now, with Xiao Tian not having been heard from for months, due to a woman’s nature, she began to worry again, inquiring everywhere about Xiao Tian’s whereabouts, even frequenting the doors of the West City Branch.

Speaking of which, Zhong Kexin angrily said, "You’re still okay; at least he calls you sister. What do you guess he calls me? Tiger Girl! If someday he calls me aunt, I’ll burn incense for celebration. I wonder if he knows I’m here, hasn’t come to see me after so long..."

Seeing the two women seemingly admonishing Xiao Tian, their tones were actually full of worry and concern. Lan Qi couldn’t help but laugh:

"You two, when has Xiao Tian ever made you worry? In my opinion, in the entire Huaxia, few can do anything about him. Didn’t he often have no contact for a year or two when he was abroad before?"

Zhong Kexin sighed, "Yeah, then he might suddenly appear in front of you. That kid never plays by the rules!"

Half an hour later, the bodyguards outside reminded Zhong Kexin it was time to go, and only then did she reluctantly get up.

"Ah, people, really so unfree! Just warm the seat and have to go again!" Zhong Kexin gulped down another mouthful of red wine, complaining.

Xu Ying wrapped her arm around Zhong Kexin’s, laughing, "I’ll come to Beijing to see you in a few days, spend more time with you!"

"You better come early; I’m about to die of boredom!"

The two chatted and laughed, after which the Lanqi couple saw Zhong Kexin onto the car.

"Be careful!" Lan Qi advised.

Zhong Kexin smiled smugly, "Relax, who can stop me with these skills? Why else would they call me Tiger Girl?"

After speaking, Zhong Kexin closed the car window. The iron gate of the manor opened, and the car slowly drove out of the yard.

Tiger Girl, like a tiger? The two Lan Qi looked at the car’s distant silhouette, both unable to suppress a mutual smile.

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In the evening, Xiao Tian had just finished dinner and was planning to do some enjoyable things with Lin Bingxuan when his phone suddenly rang.

"Damn! Who’s so boring?" Xiao Tian said ferociously; he had never despised incoming calls as much as he did now.

Lin Bingxuan, blushing slightly, persuaded from within his arms, "Maybe something’s up, go answer... I’ll wait for you."

When Lin Bingxuan uttered "I’ll wait for you," it was incredibly enticing. Xiao Tian almost couldn’t hold back from igniting instantly.

Ultimately, Xiao Tian could only suppress the evil fire within and jumped next to the table, picking up the phone without even looking,

"Hello?" Xiao Tian’s tone wasn’t great.

"What’s wrong?" Feeling Xiao Tian’s unusual tone, Yu Ningxue thought something had happened and hurriedly asked.

Upon hearing Yu Ningxue’s voice, Xiao Tian hurriedly adjusted and his tone changed instantly, "Oh, beautiful master! Nothing, nothing, just choked on beer earlier. What’s up? Did you find that rapist?"

Yu Ningxue wasn’t suspicious, "Hmm, already confirmed the location."

Xiao Tian quickly said, "Under no circumstances should you act alone. Drive to Tianshun Road, I’ll be waiting for you at the intersection!"

If Xiao Tian’s guess was correct, the rapist Beishu Dayuan might be from the Japanese organization he faced before. If that’s the case, Yu Ningxue going there rashly would certainly be dangerous.

Hearing Xiao Tian’s concern for her, a warm flow surged within Yu Ningxue’s heart. Her anger from Xiao Tian not contacting her for days dissipated considerably.

But now wasn’t the time for lovey-dovey chat; Yu Ningxue responded with an "Hmm" and directly drove towards Tianshun Road.

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Meanwhile, the sedan Zhong Kexin was riding had already reached a section of highway in Shanghai. It was now ten at night; there were few vehicles and pedestrians on the road.

However, unbeknownst to her, countless men in black had already hidden behind a grove a kilometer away from Zhong Kexin’s car.

These men in black were all Japanese, and leading them was the rapist of Zhao Xue, Beishu Dayuan!