Chapter 856: 854: Invitation to Collaborate, You Only Have One Chance

Hearing the word “catalyst,” Wen Xin smiled subtly without showing her emotions. She didn’t believe Xiao Ci’s nonsense, and if it hadn’t been for Wen Yunuo asking her to do so, she might not have taken action so quickly.

“Little princess, don’t disbelieve me. Last time at Old Master Jiang’s birthday banquet, you made her lose face terribly, and also made me…”

Xiao Ci’s words halted midway, his face showing a look of silent resentment as he gazed at Wen Xin, silently complaining that she had turned him into a cuckold.

Seeing Xiao Ci’s expression, Wen Xin’s originally somewhat irritable mood instantly lightened somewhat, and she couldn’t help but let out a soft laugh.

“What? Are you complaining that I made you lose face as well? If Grandfather Xiao found out about the disgraceful things you’ve done, he would break your legs.”

As Wen Xin spoke, she casually took a lollipop from her pocket, unwrapped it, and stylishly popped it into her mouth.

Xiao Ci looked at Wen Xin with a bitter expression. Although it wasn’t his first time meeting Wen Xin, he was somewhat surprised by her demeanor, as everyone rumored that Wen Xin was difficult to get along with.

“Little princess, I’ve already told you everything you wanted to know. Please have mercy and let the young master go.”

“You expect me to let him go just because I asked one question? How could that be possible?”

Wen Xin gently bit the lollipop in her mouth, her face inscrutable as she looked at Wen Yunuo with his eyes closed.

“Was Jiang Linyan taken away by your people or by Old Fox’s people?”

Hearing Wen Xin’s question, Wen Yunuo immediately opened his eyes, glaring at Wen Xin as if warning her that this was not a question he should be asking.

Wen Xin raised an eyebrow at Wen Yunuo, nonchalantly leaning back in her chair, her face expressing indifference.

“You fear the Old Fox, worrying about being replaced by other members of the Wen family, but I don’t fear him. Our issues aren’t just these trivial matters, so if you’re smart, don’t get involved. Perhaps one day, I can hand over the Wen family to you.”

Hearing Wen Xin’s words and seeing her determined expression, Wen Yunuo unconsciously furrowed his brow, unsure how Wen Xin could muster the courage to say such things.

After all, even Wen Xin’s father hadn’t escaped Old Fox Wen’s clutches, ultimately meeting a dead end.

He didn’t believe Wen Xin could, let alone have the capacity to contend with the Old Fox.

Looking into Wen Yunuo’s incredulous eyes, Wen Xin crunched the lollipop in her mouth, casually holding the stick of the lollipop and flashing a rogue-like smile at Wen Yunuo.

“I know you don’t believe what I’m saying, but for the sake of my people, I will inevitably take the risk.”

“Moreover, I’m not like you. I’m not under the Old Fox’s drug control, and he doesn’t have any leverage over me. Thus, to him, I am now the most dangerous one in his eyes.”

“If you are willing to cooperate with me, I can share the drug I’ve developed with you, allowing you to break free from the Old Fox’s control. That would be the best outcome for you!”

Hearing Wen Xin’s words, Wen Yunuo’s eyes filled with shock. He couldn’t believe that Wen Xin actually had an antidote, and he couldn’t believe that Wen Xin wasn’t under drug control. It was simply inconceivable.

“You can doubt me, but opportunities only come once. If you’re willing to cooperate with me, we can coexist peacefully, and in the end, I will hand over the Wen family to you.”

“But if you’re unwilling to cooperate with me, I’ll also use the fastest speed to make you leave Beijing. Kunshan Group’s financial chain has already encountered issues, and Old Fox no longer has the money to solve this problem for you. Even if Ailin appears, she can only solve your urgent needs.”

Xiao Ci looked at Wen Xin in shock, unable to imagine how Wen Xin knew so much, even the real identity of Ailin; he couldn’t help but speak woodenly.

“Little princess, how do you know all this?”

“How do I know? Sitting here quietly isn’t the answer? Do I need to explain further?”

Wen Xin changed her posture arrogantly on the chair, with a feeling of completely disregarding the two shocked people watching her.

“Allowing you to muddy the waters in Beijing is only because I also happen to despise those people. Kicking you out of Beijing would also be very easy for me; do you understand now?”

Wen Xin looked at Xiao Ci, then turned her head to Wen Yunuo, answering their questions in a gentle tone.

Hearing Wen Xin’s words, Xiao Ci couldn’t help but gasp in surprise; they indeed had misjudged Wen Xin, never expecting her to be so formidable.

“Alright, there’s no need to be too shocked. I’m up here today to indicate that there’s still room for negotiation between us; I’m giving you a chance. I hope you will consider it.”

While speaking, Wen Xin looked at Wen Yunuo, “Let’s continue with our previous question, who took Jiang Linyan away? Whose hands is she in?”

Wen Yunuo, whether convinced or scared by Wen Xin, blinked at Xiao Ci, which seemed to be an agreement to let Xiao Ci disclose the matter.

“Old Master took Jiang Linyan away, claiming it was to cut off future troubles, to prevent the young master from being implicated by this issue. It’s best if the young master keeps a low profile in Beijing.”

Xiao Ci told Wen Xin some superficial information, not disclosing the specifics, as it wasn’t his place to explain, and he could only pretend to be unaware of this matter.

Wen Xin didn’t press further, merely nodding slightly; she was already satisfied with this answer, and the rest was their concern, no need to inquire too deeply.

“Then, were Tan Xingyue and Liang Luoyu captured by your people?”

While speaking, Wen Xin tapped her fingers lightly on the table. She wanted them to tell the truth, as what she wanted to know most now was the whereabouts of Tan Xingyue and Liang Luoyu.

Hearing that Tan Xingyue and Liang Luoyu were captured, Xiao Ci looked at Wen Yunuo somewhat bewilderedly, and Wen Yunuo’s brows unconsciously furrowed.

“Little princess, was Tan Xingyue captured? That shouldn’t be right, how could that happen?”

Xiao Ci’s reaction suddenly became agitated, seemingly genuinely surprised by this turn of events.

Observing Xiao Ci’s reaction, Wen Xin frowned tightly, “You were indeed planning to make a move on Tan Xingyue? But this time it really wasn’t you?”

“Yes, we did intentionally lure Tan Xingyue to Country D, but we really didn’t make a move this time. We did have people watching her, just to threaten you when necessary.”

“But this time Tan Xingyue’s disappearance, we really don’t know, and can even say that our people haven’t sent us any information about Tan Xingyue’s disappearance.”