Villain Is Bodyguard of Heroine’s Poisonous Stepmother

Chapter 114: The Billion Business Deal

Until the break of dawn, Gu Wanyu, having regained some strength, finally prepared to part ways with Chen Luo.

“When I ask you out next time, you better not refuse, okay?” she said.

“I know there are other women in your life. I won’t ask for much, just don’t forget about me,” Gu Wanyu added with a lingering look towards Chen Luo.

“Aren’t you curious anymore about why I got close to you?” Chen Luo asked.

“That doesn’t matter. Whatever your reason for approaching me, when you’re ready to tell me, you will. And I’ll definitely help you achieve your goal,” Gu Wanyu asserted with seriousness.

After she left, she cast several longing glances back at Chen Luo.

Soon after, Bai Meixiang arrived. Pushing the door open and detecting the room’s scent, she remarked, “So, you’ve managed to win her over this time?”

The unmistakable scent and the entire night spent together clearly showed that Gu Wanyu had been won over.

“Impressive. You’ve only seen each other three times and you’ve already captivated Gu Wanyu.”

Bai Meixiang studied Chen Luo intently, swallowing hard. She then sat down intimately on his lap, noticing an increased allure about him. His appearance hadn’t changed. He was still the same visually. However, Chen Luo’s aura had transformed, radiating a fatal attraction like a deadly poison that, despite its danger, beckoned one to taste it.

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“Dear master, I’ve missed you,” Bai Meixiang said, swaying her seductive figure to hint at Chen Luo.

“Good thing I’m resilient, otherwise all of you seductresses would have drained me dry by now.”

Having just secured a relationship with a woman who had long harbored resentment, and now with Bai Meixiang approaching him, even Chen Luo’s superior physicality might not withstand the continuous demands. It seemed he might need to negotiate with the system to upgrade his stamina.

‘It’s no wonder that many ancient emperors had short lifespans,’ he mused internally.

After finishing their conversation, the two of them freshened up together.

“Have you completely captured that woman’s heart?” Bai Meixiang asked, referring to Gu Wanyu.

“It’s hard to say.”

Gu Wanyu was exceedingly forward, and her willingness to comply with his every request, while easy to obtain, paradoxically left Chen Luo with some doubts. Essentially, Chen Luo was inherently cautious.

“It’ll take some time to truly know.”

“I have some good news. The Luo family has nearly started an all-out war with both the Li and Wang families,” Bai Meixiang stretched and shared some intelligence with Chen Luo.

“This isn’t just about business rivalry anymore, it’s escalated to physical confrontations. Wang Hong, the leader of the Wang family, was attacked and nearly lost his life, it’s suspected to be the work of the Luo family.”

“Was it indeed the Luo family?” Chen Luo asked with a hint of skepticism.

“Are you suggesting someone might be deliberately causing trouble, and it could have been someone else?”

“I’m not sure. Given that the Luo family is under suspicion, the Wang family will undoubtedly seek revenge. The situation is becoming more interesting.”

Whether others were stirring the pot didn’t matter to Chen Luo. It was beneficial and caused no harm to him. He was pleased with the unfolding events.

“Actually, I’ve considered stirring up their relationships myself. Now, I don’t need to lift a finger.”

Chen Luo appeared relaxed, pleased with the news Bai Meixiang had shared.

While chatting with Bai Meixiang, Chen Luo’s phone suddenly rang. It was Luo Mingde.

“He’s reaching out, probably to propose a collaboration against the Wang and Li families.”

Chen Luo understood that the Luo family alone was no match for the other two. They would need to bring in Magic City’s other major family, the Xie family, to stand a chance. However, the Xie family was unlikely to get involved in this quagmire. Whether it was the Wang, Li, or Luo families, none would benefit from fighting.

Observing from the sidelines and reaping the benefits, as the Xie family likely would, made the most sense. Why join the fray?

With the Xie family out of the equation, the Luo family’s only potential ally was Chen Luo. Of course, Magic City had other smaller families, but those were savvy enough not to hastily pick sides.

“Hello, Mr. Luo, how’s Luo Zixuan’s injury?”

“Zixuan has undergone amputation,” Luo Mingde said, his voice laden with sorrow. “I’d like to ask for your help.”

“We’re allies in our fight against Ye Chen. Let me know what you need. As long as it’s reasonable, I’m willing to help.”

Chen Luo had anticipated Luo Mingde’s request for assistance, just unsure about the specifics of the help needed.

“Help me assassinate the old patriarch of the Wang family.”

Engaging in war with two families, the Luo family did not have the advantage. Although the current person in charge of the Wang family was Wang Hong, the true stabilizing force of the Wang family was still the old patriarch Wang. As long as the old patriarch Wang was unharmed, no storm could shake the Wang family, similar to how the elder of their Luo family acted as their stabilizing force. Should the elder pass away, a significant network of connections would be lost.

If the Wang family’s old patriarch was assassinated, they would be too caught up in their own troubles, allowing the Luo family to concentrate on the Li family.

“Rest assured, I won’t let you work yourself for free. One billion yuan is yours if you make sure the old man from the Wang family is gone.”

“I’ll definitely help with the Luo family’s request.”

Chen Luo initially intended to decline, but the mention of one billion yuan immediately swayed him. Even though Chen Luo was already wealthy, a billion yuan was not a small figure for him.

“It would be best if the old man is gone within three days, five days at the most.”

Luo Mingde’s offer of a billion came with strings attached. The sooner the Wang family patriarch was killed, the better it would be for the Luo family.

“It can be done. He won’t live to see tomorrow’s sun.”

Eliminating the Wang family’s elder was not challenging. Saying he wouldn’t see tomorrow’s sun meant just that.

“I’ve secured a big contract.”

A contract worth a billion yuan.

“Should we have Qi Zhu or Dong Ju handle it?” Bai Meixiang was present and overheard Chen Luo’s conversation with Luo Mingde.

“No, I’m thinking of assigning the job to Elsa.”

“That foreign female assassin, can we trust her?”

Bai Meixiang knew about the foreign female assassin in Chen Luo’s household, who had initially attempted to assassinate Chen Luo but ended up captured. Could this woman be trusted?

“If she wasn’t trustworthy, I wouldn’t give her this task.”

Elsa had proven herself trustworthy, and as assassination was her specialty, deploying her was far more appropriate than using Qi Zhu or Dong Ju.

While Qi Zhu and Dong Ju might be stronger, they weren’t professionals in this aspect. They could easily execute a kill, but doing so discreetly was a different challenge. A professional assassin like Elsa was a more fitting choice. Having Elsa around for so long, it was time for her to show her skills. It’d be wasteful to merely use her as a maid.

“I’ll be heading back. Keep an eye on the movements of the Luo, Wang, and Li families. Inform me immediately of any critical news,” Chen Luo instructed Bai Meixiang.

“Can my dear master promise me something?” Bai Meixiang clasped Chen Luo’s arm.

“What is it? As long as it’s reasonable, I can fulfill it.”

“Could you come and spend more time with me when you’re available?” There was a boundless expectation in Bai Meixiang’s gaze.

“Of course, you can also come to see me whenever you’re free.”

Chen Luo leaned down to kiss Bai Meixiang on the lips before departing.