CHAPTER 1003: CHAPTER 1003: BRAVELY FACING EVERYTHING

"Where are we going?" Gao Zhitao asked with a cheeky smile.

Gao Mantang completely ignored him, just sitting there with an angry expression.

Gao Zhitao wasn’t embarrassed either and sat silently.

Gao Mantang drove all the way into the city, directly to the hotel beneath Xiang Yu’s team.

"Why are we here? You don’t really think Xiang Yu would return here, do you?" Gao Zhitao said helplessly.

If he were Xiang Yu, he would definitely hide somewhere and wait for things to calm down before coming out.

Gao Mantang still ignored him, as if Xiang Yu’s escape had something to do with Gao Zhitao.

Gao Mantang led the way directly to Xiang Yu’s office.

Gao Zhitao lagged behind, feeling his grandfather was just fooling around without any purpose.

But when he stepped into Xiang Yu’s office, he was dumbfounded. What was going on? Xiang Yu was sitting there leisurely drinking tea.

"Damn," Gao Zhitao couldn’t help but curse.

At this moment, Tie Zhuzi and Xiaoxuan both stood up simultaneously, blocking Gao Mantang.

Gao Mantang’s guards stood ready, cautiously vigilant.

"Xiang Yu, you really have the guts to actually sit here," Gao Mantang said sternly.

Xiang Yu waved his hand to signal Tie Zhuzi and Xiaoxuan to calm down, then said, "Where else could I go if not here?"

Gao Mantang swaggered in front of Xiang Yu, sat down looking at him, and neither spoke, just stared at each other.

"What are you both doing? If you have anything to say, just say it," Gao Zhitao came over and sat down.

Neither spoke, which made him a bit uneasy.

However, Gao Mantang was somewhat relieved that Xiang Yu had stayed, which meant he was innocent at heart.

If he was guilty, he would have run away long ago.

"Does this really have nothing to do with you?" Gao Mantang asked Xiang Yu.

"I don’t want to say more," Xiang Yu replied, leaning on the sofa.

Gao Mantang frowned, originally wanting to get angry, but seeing Xiang Yu’s expression, it seemed like it really had nothing to do with him.

He wondered if he was being too sensitive. If it really had nothing to do with Xiang Yu, it would be wrong to accuse him.

"If this indeed has nothing to do with you, I’ll apologize. If you’re involved, I won’t spare you," Gao Mantang said, then stood up.

He glanced at Gao Zhitao, seeing he had no intention of leaving, so he called his guards and left.

Xiang Yu sat there without moving, completely ignoring Gao Mantang.

Seeing his grandfather leave, Gao Zhitao finally chuckled and said, "Xiang Yu, don’t be mad. My grandfather is just like that."

"Don’t pretend to be nice, just hurry up and get out," Tie Zhuzi said irritably.

Gao Mantang had captured Xiang Yu, which made him very angry. Fortunately, Xiang Yu escaped, otherwise he would have spent the night there.

Gao Zhitao wasn’t angry, just kept chuckling.

"Don’t worry, I didn’t blame him," Xiang Yu smiled, then stood up and said, "I’m going outside for a bit."

"What for? Need me to accompany you?" Gao Zhitao promptly asked.

"No need," Xiang Yu replied and walked out.

Behind him, Gao Zhitao mumbled, "Xiang Yu must be dying to go out for a breath, it’s not right not to invite us along."

Tie Zhuzi didn’t ask more, then lay on the sofa and started boasting with Gao Zhitao.

Meanwhile, Xiaoxuan followed Xiang Yu outside.

Xiang Yu noticed him trailing but said nothing.

The two walked outside, heading into the distance. As they passed a street, Xiaoxuan suddenly said, "Bro, someone’s surveilling us."

Xiang Yu just nodded without speaking more, already aware of the people around them. Seeing their tracking style, he knew they were Gao Mantang’s subordinates.

The two reached a relatively secluded place, Xiang Yu suddenly stopped and looked around, then shouted, "If you keep tracking me, don’t blame me for being rude."

Xiang Yu’s voice was loud, his gaze directly toward the hiding spot of those people.

Around them was silent, after a few minutes, Xiang Yu glanced at Xiaoxuan, they nodded to each other and continued walking ahead.

Xiang Yu led the way, they reached a very deserted street, then he zigzagged into a building.

Upon entering, Xiaoxuan instinctively put his hand on the gun in his chest, sensing someone might be watching them.

"Don’t be nervous," Xiang Yu said and walked upstairs.

This was an abandoned mall, left due to poor location.

Now inside was quite messy, with some shelves unattended.

On the third floor, Xiaoxuan pulled out his gun ready.

Just then, someone appeared to the right, Xiaoxuan aimed his gun directly. Recognizing the person, he lowered his weapon.

The person was wearing a tight black outfit, blending well in the dim light.

This person was Han Rumei.

Xiaoxuan knew Han Rumei, though they weren’t familiar as they didn’t communicate often.

He only knew that Han Rumei now ran the Dragon Heart, their Dark Department, directly under Xiang Yu’s command.

Upon seeing Han Rumei, Xiaoxuan put away his gun, realizing the danger he sensed was caused by the Dragon Heart people.

"Where is he?" Xiang Yu asked directly.

Han Rumei pointed downward and said, "In the basement."

Xiang Yu nodded and walked downstairs. Han Rumei led the way, occasionally glancing at Xiang Yu.

As head of the Dark Department, Han Rumei rarely saw Xiang Yu. Now that she did, she wanted to look her fill.

Xiaoxuan didn’t know what was happening, but he sensed Han Rumei’s feelings towards Xiang Yu.

Following behind, Xiaoxuan kept a slight distance to avoid awkwardness.

The basement was large, likely once an underground parking lot. Many partitions were set up for storing various items.

People guarded below, smiling at Xiang Yu as he arrived.

They knew this was their leader.

"It’s here," Han Rumei stood at a compartment’s door.

Xiang Yu’s feelings were mixed, unsure of how to face what’s inside. Standing by the door, he hesitated.

Han Rumei didn’t understand Xiang Yu’s relationship with the person inside, but seeing his complicated emotions, she stepped back without comment.

"Bro, are you alright?" Xiaoxuan asked.

Xiang Yu took a deep breath and nodded.

Seeing Xiang Yu like this, Xiaoxuan didn’t press further, also retreating a few steps.

Clearly, Xiang Yu’s expression showed he didn’t want others watching.

Xiaoxuan didn’t know who was inside, but sensed they were significant to Xiang Yu.

Ultimately, Xiang Yu entered, some things are unavoidable...