Free Web NovelChapter 979: Chapter 691: Heart Demon
These words made Yang Xiao’s hair stand on end, but when faced with Yang Xiao’s questioning, Tong Han couldn’t say anything concrete—it was just a feeling.
Nonetheless, it served as a warning to Yang Xiao. The next time he used the ghost phone, he must be even more careful.
Due to Tong Han’s sensitive identity, staying in Rongcheng would be dangerous. Yang Xiao planned to let Tong Han stay in the villa for one night and arrange for someone to escort her out of the city once night fell tomorrow.
"Do you want to go back to school?" Yang Xiao asked for Tong Han’s opinion.
Hearing this, Tong Han shook her head, her voice low and resolute: "No, I’m not going back. This time, you killed Yu Yuan Sect experts, including the Vice Sect Leader of the Wounded Door. They definitely won’t let this go easily. I’ll stay and help you."
At this moment, Yang Xiao really needed manpower, and Tong Han’s decision somewhat relieved his burden. However, when it came to dealing with the Yu Yuan Sect, he neither wanted nor could afford to implicate Tong Han.
"Thank you, but don’t get involved in the Yu Yuan Sect matters. You had an agreement before—your grievances with the Yu Yuan Sect are already resolved."
This matter had been mediated by Mo Daidai as a reward for Tong Han narrowly escaping death during the Ghost Monk mission.
As an old rival, Yang Xiao deeply understood how difficult the Yu Yuan Sect people were to deal with. If Tong Han sided with him and clashed with them, it would break the rules. Not just the Yu Yuan Sect—even Mo Daidai wouldn’t let her off.
"How about this? I have a business in Xiang Ma Town that needs someone trustworthy to oversee it. If you’re willing, you can help me manage that."
"There’s a Peace Hotel there, very strong. Any outside forces trying to cause trouble have to think twice. It’s also convenient for gathering information, and I have a few friends working there." Yang Xiao added.
Seeing Yang Xiao’s repeated persuasion, Tong Han no longer insisted. But she reminded him once again to be careful of Mo Daidai, especially her sister Chi Dan. There’s no such thing as a free lunch—the closer Chi Dan got, the more likely she harbored some unspeakable motives.
Yang Xiao had nothing to hide from Tong Han, so he recounted the incident of Chi Dan trying to seduce him, particularly describing her eerily whirling, purple eyes—captivating, soul-stealing.
"You went to her room?" Tong Han suddenly asked.
Yang Xiao nodded, "Yes, I wanted to see what tricks she was up to. She claimed to have something I’d be interested in."
"Do you like her?"
Yang Xiao was stunned by the question but quickly shook his head after a few seconds. "What nonsense are you talking about? I was just entering the lion’s den to figure out her agenda."
"This woman is very dangerous. You must be careful not to fall into her trap. Her motives are impure. If the opportunity arises in the future, eliminate her first."
Killing intent flickered in Tong Han’s eyes, the chill startling Yang Xiao into widening his eyes. "Kill her? She’s Mo Daidai’s sister. If she dies, Mo Daidai will tear Rongcheng apart to find the killer and execute them."
"I have a way. If she pesters you again, I’ll take care of her—silently and without a trace." Tong Han didn’t seem to be joking at all.
Yang Xiao suddenly felt all the women around him too terrifying. At that moment, he remembered that Tong Han had once been part of the Yu Yuan Sect, almost promoted to Venerable One.
Before meeting him, this woman was a ruthless killer who wouldn’t blink at murder. It was only after they got close that Tong Han restrained her killing intent around him.
"I can handle this myself; I know what I’m doing." Yang Xiao knew Tong Han cared about him and immediately reassured her.
"Other than her, is there anyone else bothering you?" Tong Han asked again.
"Does Fu Qingzhu count?" Yang Xiao, sensing the tension in the air, decisively threw his best buddy under the bus.
Tong Han let out a cold laugh, shifting her gaze away from Yang Xiao’s face. Standing up, she walked toward the bedroom. "I can’t be bothered with your nonsense. The debt I owed you has been repaid—we’re even now."
As Tong Han entered the bedroom, the door slammed shut with a "bang." Hearing no more sounds inside, Yang Xiao carefully tiptoed over. ƒrēewebnovel.com
After saying goodbye through the door, he headed back to the Patrol Defense Office, as it was Director Nalan’s arrangement, and Qu Muzhi was waiting for him as well.
Just stepping into the office, Yang Xiao saw the lights on inside. When he pushed open the door, Qu Muzhi was sitting cross-legged on a mat with a straight back, already in position.
Yang Xiao let out a cold laugh, dropped his backpack, and stepped forward. Sitting down across from Qu Muzhi, they faced each other over a low tea table. It felt like the clash of titans; neither was willing to back down.
"Your strength and mine are evenly matched, but Rongcheng can only have one strongest. Today’s battle is inevitable!"
"Enough talk. This time, you go first." Qu Muzhi gestured invitingly, exuding the graceful demeanor of a true master.
"In that case... forgive my offense!" Yang Xiao picked up a chess piece and slammed it onto the board, letting out a deep shout, "Cannon forward!"
"Knight jump." Qu Muzhi calmly moved his knight.
In an instant, the chessboard became a battlefield. The two focused entirely, strategizing and clashing on the board. Over time, Yang Xiao had often sparred with Qu Muzhi in chess. Initially, even Nalan Shuo would occasionally join to watch, but after realizing their skill level, he stopped coming altogether.
Yang Xiao’s greatest chess achievement had been winning third place in an elementary school chess tournament—essentially a consolation prize. He’d been ruthlessly eliminated in the first round of that event.
