Chapter 637: Another Unexpected Turn

"There’s a possibility that maybe at that time, their target wasn’t Li Hai!"

"But the Zhuang Family!"

Chen Xiao voiced his speculation.

Lin Xi also suddenly realized.

"Very likely!"

"Six years ago, Li Hai was like a promising student about to take an exam. Although many believed he would pass, until the results were announced, everything was uncertain."

"In contrast, the Zhuang Family was different. They had already scored high marks and were being courted by various prestigious schools!"

"If they had to choose between the two, they would definitely choose the Zhuang Family! Most importantly, the Zhuang Family now has someone named Xiao He, who seems to be Xiao He!" Lin Xi added.

Chen Xiao nodded: "Yes, the appearance of this Xiao He is too coincidental, and Xiao He has already succeeded. The current Zhuang Family is under her control! If she is connected to Sacred Heart Hall, then the Zhuang Family has already undergone a change in leadership!"

"It’s terrifying. People use their lives or even several generations’ worth of efforts to build a massive commercial empire, only for others to constantly attack its weak points."

"Spending years or even decades to gradually consume and replace it entirely!"

"During this time, as long as the head of the empire remains clear-headed, it might be fine. But making even a small mistake could lead to its downfall. After all, who can live a life without making mistakes!"

"Sacred Heart Hall is a group of thieves!"

Chen Xiao instinctively nodded.

However, he didn’t want to delve into business matters too much as it wasn’t his expertise.

Right now, he needed to figure out if Zhu Nianying got involved with the Zhuang Family’s issues when she disappeared six years ago.

And what her ultimate fate was.

That means she might have stood against Sacred Heart Hall at that time.

Otherwise, there was no need for her to disappear.

If that’s the case, does Zhu Nianying’s image change once again?

Overwhelmed by surprise, Chen Xiao quickly suppressed his thoughts.

Seeing that he hadn’t spoken for a while, Lin Xi took the initiative to change the subject:

"Honey, do you feel like you’re facing a huge challenge right now?"

Chen Xiao didn’t hide his feelings and answered honestly:

"Indeed."

"This world is vast and full of wonders. There’s always someone smarter, never the smartest. So, your thoughts are jumping around too much right now. How about... I come up with a way to help you relax?"

Lin Xi said with a playful smile.

Chen Xiao was speechless: "Honey, don’t joke around. With thousands of miles between us, how could you help me relax?"

"Let me think. People are alive and methods are dead, there are more ways than difficulties!"

"Gotta go now, I’ll let you know when I figure something out."

After hearing Lin Xi, Chen Xiao suddenly felt a strange sensation.

But after thinking it through, it seemed impossible.

Chen Xiao shook his head, deciding not to dwell on such unrealistic thoughts.

Very soon, Chen Xiao fell asleep again in the lounge.

During this time, Qin Fei came to the lounge but didn’t disturb him since there was nothing urgent.

After an unknown period, Chen Xiao was awakened by a phone call.

Just the caller made Chen Xiao instantly sit up from the bed.

The call was from Pan Huiping!

"Hello, Captain Pan, what’s happened?"

If the call were from anyone else, Chen Xiao wouldn’t have felt uneasy.

Only Pan Huiping!

Because Xiaoji and Black Cat were in Hai City.

And Pan Huiping was the person Chen Xiao knew best in Hai City!

She was also a police captain!

"Did you call Xiaoji and Black Cat to Hai City?"

"Yes."

"Xiaoji just asked for my help, but when I tried to contact him again, he was already out of reach."

"What!"

Chen Xiao’s expression changed dramatically.

He was well aware of Xiaoji and Black Cat’s abilities.

Black Cat was the best person Chen Xiao had ever seen in network technology.

As for Xiaoji, he was meticulous and had a strong sense of danger.

With Xiaoji and Black Cat together, Xiaoji was in charge of security, while Black Cat handled the offense.

Their partnership was short but repeatedly successful.

But now Pan Huiping was telling him that Xiaoji sought her help!

This was Xiaoji’s crisis awareness. He knew that locating Pan Huiping in case of danger in Hai City would be far more effective than contacting Chen Xiao.

In a brief panic, Chen Xiao regained his composure:

"Captain Pan, I need you to keep an eye on the Zhuang Family’s Xiao He. Xiaoji and Black Cat are investigating her in Hai City. So, if there’s anything unusual on her end, it’s definitely related to Xiaoji and Black Cat."

"Conversely, if there’s nothing unusual with her, then Xiaoji and Black Cat should be safe, and that’s the best news."

"Alright, don’t worry, I’ll look into it. But can you tell me why you’re investigating Xiao He of the Zhuang Family? I’ve heard she’s a formidable woman and many describe her with one word."

"Foxy!"

Chen Xiao had no mind to care about Xiao He’s personality anymore. He only hoped that Xiaoji and Black Cat were using severed contact as a way to avoid risk.

"I will meet Xiao He myself. Perhaps it’s indeed time to see her face to face."

Pan Huiping didn’t quite understand Chen Xiao’s words, but she didn’t inquire further.

After ending the call, Chen Xiao first called Old Gui to book a ticket to Hai City.

Then, Chen Xiao walked out of the lounge and drove to the Qi Family.

He needed to find Qi Kai to clarify the information he had about Xiao He.

Remember in the Zuo Shu case, Qi Kai mentioned that he had gathered quite a bit of information about Xiao He back then.

But those materials likely haven’t been preserved anymore.

Upon arriving at the Qi Family, Qi Kai’s expression wasn’t particularly good when seeing Chen Xiao again.

For all Qi Family members, Chen Xiao wasn’t a very friendly figure.

But the current strategies of the Qi Family were entirely under Qi Li’s control, and Qi Li chose to cooperate with Chen Xiao, which meant that if Chen Xiao visited, all Qi Family members should warmly welcome him.

Qi Kai gave a somewhat stiff smile: "Mr. Chen, what brings you to our home?"

"There’s been an unexpected situation, and now I need Xiao He’s information. Does Mr. Qi still have it?"

Qi Kai evidently didn’t expect Chen Xiao to come for this.

After a pause, Qi Kai squinted and asked: "Can I ask, is it for yourself, or for Xiaowei?"

"I’m currently cooperating with President Qi, and our partnership is more intimate than that between Qi Family. So, Mr. Qi should understand my meaning, right?"

Chen Xiao, not wanting to waste time with Qi Kai, earnestly added:

"Also, if Li Hai rises, then Dragon Cauldron rises; if Li Hai falters, then Dragon Cauldron falters. If Li Hai perishes, then so might Dragon Cauldron!"

Hearing this, Qi Kai turned around and walked in a certain direction, as if he’d made some resolution.

"Come with me, Mr. Chen!"