Chapter 260: Chapter 259 Ariel_1
It seems that there won’t be any business today!
After the female secretary explained her purpose for being there, Fu Qian sighed to himself, not expecting to be sought out so soon after his arrival.
“What’s your name?”
However, he did not rush to get moving but instead looked at the female secretary and asked.
“Xiao Mingyue, can we go now?”
The female secretary looked extremely dedicated to her job, urging him with a cold face.
In fact, she did not understand why Chief Yuan insisted on her finding this guy personally.
No matter how one looked at it, he seemed carefree and unreliable. The bookstore probably hadn’t opened for business in a long time.
“Alright, Xiao Ming.”
Fu Qian finally put his foot down and his nickname for Xiao Mingyue was somewhat cringe-worthy.
“Lead the way,” he said.
Clearly, his nickname for her made the female secretary quite unhappy; after a moment of stunned silence, she stiffened her face and led the way.
…
“We arrived faster than I thought we would!”
They reached Yuan Shan’s office, and she greeted Fu Qian with a smile.
She changed into a green dress suit today, and it seemed from the first time they met, she has never worn the same outfit twice, which fully demonstrated Chief Yuan’s generous salary.
Seeing you in the office is quite a surprise as well.
Fu Qian thought to himself with some internal snark as he walked over and sat down in front of her.
Female secretary Xiao Mingyue was about to leave but was stopped by Yuan Shan.
“Take a look at this.”
Yuan Shan pulled out a file from the side and placed it in front of Fu Qian.
[Name: Ariel]
[Age: 41]
…
Fu Qian picked it up and flipped through it, finding that it was a personal profile.
From the content, it seemed that this rich businessman named Ariel had recently come to Shangjing to explore expanding his market here.
There was nothing strange in the file, with only one highlighted section—
[…have inquired about Deng Feizhou’s information…]
An explanation followed, stating that Ariel had previous commercial dealings with Deng Feizhou.
It really is that unflappable brother!
Fu Qian quickly understood as he finished reading the file and looked at Yuan Shan.
“What is this about?”
“Remember the favor you owe me? Now I need your help,” said Yuan Shan, smiling at Fu Qian.
As Fu Qian went through the profile, Yuan Shan watched him almost the entire time.
Unfortunately, he showed no sign of surprise, not even a hint.
“We recently received a report that this person is highly suspicious. Given that I am too busy to handle it myself, I need an expert to take charge.”
Hearing ‘too busy’ come from your mouth does feel out of place.
“Understood, Chief Yuan is always buried in official duties,” said Fu Qian slowly.
“I’ll have Mingyue assist you,” Yuan Shan said, seemingly thick-skinned and entirely missing the sarcasm in Fu Qian’s remark.
“In fact, this profile is the result of her initial investigation.”
“Got it,” said Fu Qian, glancing at Xiao Mingyue.
Although she tried to hide it, he could tell she was somewhat discontented.
Was she unhappy that her investigation was questioned?
Such is the youth, failing to grasp the true intentions of leadership, Fu Qian mused to himself.
The situation was now quite clear.
Wen Li did indeed obediently find the Night Watchman and reported the situation regarding the untroubled brother.
Then Yuan Shan sent a trusted aide to investigate and received a conclusion that there was no problem.
Still seeking me out under these circumstances could mean that Yuan Shan still harbored certain suspicions about this ‘unperturbed brother,’ but the main reason was likely to test me.
To have me, a person suspected of involvement in Deng Feizhou’s death, specifically investigate a suspicious individual related to Deng Feizhou was indeed a clever move.
The most ideal outcome would be for both parties to expose their flaws and then be caught at once, killing two birds with one stone.
“Fine by me!”
With this in mind, Fu Qian accepted the task without hesitation.
Everybody is out here scheming, as if anyone is without ulterior motives!
The reason Wen Li was sent to find the Night Watchman was precisely for this moment.
Not to mention repaying a favor conveniently, the Native Council behind Deng Feizhou is an organization capable of fabricating false Demigods.
Having a valid excuse to investigate Ariel was something one could only wish for.
This is what you call a win-win situation.
…
“Ariel hasn’t been in Shangjing long, yet he purchased a manor in North City, apparently planning to settle and develop here long-term.”
Work that had already been completed, yet the boss asked someone else to investigate it again.
Leaving Yuan Shan’s office, Xiao Mingyue’s expression was noticeably poor, but she still explained the situation to Fu Qian with patience.
“He should be at the manor now, shall we go directly to make contact?”
“Fine by me!”
Fu Qian didn’t have any objections, quickly getting into the backseat of the car to rest his eyes.
Seeing his attitude only made Xiao Mingyue gnash her teeth in frustration.
But since the boss had said to prioritize this gentleman’s opinion, she had no choice but to dutifully play the role of the driver.
The car sped along the road, rapidly reaching its destination.
Nestled by mountains and rivers, with tight security.
Ariel’s new residence was truly majestic, and the Wen Family Mansion could not overshadow it.
Being able to buy such a place in the highly sought-after Shangjing proved Ariel’s wealthy status beyond doubt.
“Let’s go straight in.”
Without bothering to discuss with Fu Qian, Xiao Mingyue drove straight to the gate.
“Do you have an appointment?”
The car racing up so aggressively had the fully armed security staff surround them almost instantly, one burly man with a captain’s demeanor asked with a scowl.
Xiao Mingyue rolled down the window and, not even bothering to speak, flashed her credentials.
The burly man’s face turned even darker for a moment, but after glancing at the item in his hand, his expression changed rapidly, and he hurriedly stepped aside.
It took merely half a minute before the security personnel received instructions to let them pass, and the gates were opened wide.
Talk about dominance!
Fu Qian watched from the side, clicking his tongue in admiration.
As an institution of Transcendents with an exceptionally high status, having been in Shangjing for so many years, the Night Watchman commanded a position likened to that of a king among local snakes.
In front of such an imposing entity, all dignitaries and nobles were but ordinary mortals.
In comparison, Chief Yuan, as the top dog, was certainly courteous to me.
When ushered into the reception room by the bodyguards, the target of this visit was already waiting there.
The ‘unperturbed brother’ appeared younger than his actual age, with platinum blonde hair, a tall and sturdy build, and eyes that were clear and pure.
“I’m pleased to see you again, Miss Xiao Mingyue.”
Ariel stood up to greet them as he saw Xiao Mingyue and Fu Qian enter, his expression confident and composed.
“And this is?”
After greeting Xiao Mingyue, Ariel turned to Fu Qian with a surprised inquiry.
“Fang Xun, just call me ‘Expert,’ if you will. I can bear the title,” Fu Qian said, taking the initiative before Xiao Mingyue could introduce him.
Expert…
Ariel was taken aback for several seconds, and Xiao Mingyue’s eyelids began to twitch uncontrollably.
“Fang… Expert, it’s a pleasure to meet you.”
“What brings you two here today?”
After the pleasantries, Ariel seated Fu Qian and Xiao Mingyue, then proceeded to ask.
“Well, there certainly is a matter at hand.”