NOVEL NEXT Chapter 45:
Chapter 45: Xu Hao’s Deceptive Smile! The Urban Protector:
“Xu Huayi, are you a pig? Sleeping so soundly, I can’t wake you up, and if you’re late, what will you do?” Xu Shiqing scolded her sleepy-eyed sister as she packed her school bag.
“If I’m late, I’m late. What’s the big deal?” Huayi yawned and her eyes gleamed with mischief. “Sis, why don’t we skip this class? Haven’t you heard the saying, ‘A university experience isn’t complete without skipping class…'”
“You’re talking nonsense! And you want to skip class? Just wait until Third Sister comes back and deals with you,” Shiqing retorted.
“What?” Huayi was stunned. “You said Third Sister is coming back?”
“Yes, she said she’d be back in a few days, afraid we might be tricked by Dad…” Shiqing sighed.
No matter how much she explained, her sisters wouldn’t listen, thinking she was brainwashed.
“It’s good she’s coming back. We’ll convince her to stay home, and it’ll be great for us sisters to be together.”
“That makes sense, but for now, hurry up and get ready. Dad is waiting for us.” Shiqing rolled her eyes.
Hearing that Xu Hao was waiting outside, Xu Huayi perked up a bit. The twins quickly gathered their things and headed out, naturally getting into Xu Hao’s car. Huayi even argued to sit in the front seat.
Xu Hao had driven them to school several times already, and it had become a routine, unlike the awkwardness of the first time. They drove to Modu University, coincidentally meeting Wang Xueying at the entrance.
Seeing that they were almost late, Shiqing and Huayi quickly bid farewell and ran into the school.
“Mr. Xu, dropping your daughters off again?”
Wang Xueying greeted Xu Hao warmly.
Seeing Shiqing and Huayi’s improved relationship with Xu Hao, she was genuinely happy for them.
“Ever since your advice, I’ve decided to focus more on my family.” Xu Hao winked at her. “By the way, Mr. Xu, when do you have time? I’d like to treat you to dinner.”
Wang Xueying blushed, recalling her previous admonishment of Xu Hao and hastily changing the subject. “You gave me such an expensive gift last time, and I haven’t thanked you properly.”
“A pen is hardly expensive,” Xu Hao waved it off. “But if it makes you feel better, I won’t say no to a meal.”
However, he had matters to attend to today, so they scheduled a different time.
“To Zheng Xuelin’s house,” Xu Hao instructed his driver. As a hypocritical villain, he had to show his respects to the company’s second-largest shareholder who had just passed away.
When Xu Hao arrived, some close relatives, friends, and business partners had already gathered. A young man stood at the center, looking exhausted and grief-stricken. Seeing the young man, Xu Hao’s pupils contracted.
[Character]: Zheng Feifan
[Identity]: Security guard at Yangfan Electronics Co., Ltd., leader of the Tianlang Mercenary Group, “Urban Protector” protagonist
[Charm]: 72 (Max 100)
[Strength]: 110 (1st stage of the Dark Force Realm)
[Constitution]: 83 (Average Person 10)
[Spirit]: 41 (Average Person 10)
[Favorability]: -10
Zheng Feifan—Xu Hao had seen this name in Zheng Xuelin’s files. He was Zheng Xuelin’s long-lost only son.
Great.
Solving one problem just stirred up a protagonist?
As everyone knew, villains who kill the protagonist’s parents end up in a tragic situation. This protagonist’s attributes were overwhelmingly strong, beyond what Xu Hao could handle at the moment.
Fortunately, Xu Hao always acted cautiously, and didn’t leave any traces.
The protagonist wouldn’t easily track him down, but it was only a matter of time. He had to prepare in advance.
“Mr. Xu, you’re here too?” Xu Hao turned to the familiar voice. It was an old acquaintance, Li Ping, one of the former shareholders. The major shareholders had a good relationship, and when Xu Hao had offered to buy their shares at double the price, they had decided together not to sell.
“Mr. Zheng was the second-largest shareholder of my company. We had a pleasant conversation when he transferred the shares yesterday. I never expected him to pass away so suddenly.” Xu Hao expressed his sorrow with a complex expression.
“Indeed. Mr. Zheng spoke to me just yesterday. Life is unpredictable…” Li Ping sighed. “By the way, who is that young man?” Xu Hao asked, feigning curiosity.
“Oh, him. His name is Zheng Feifan, Mr. Zheng’s long-lost son. I hadn’t heard of him until now. He rushed back after the car accident.” Li Ping, having arrived early, had already figured out the situation. She then added with a hint of sarcasm, “Mr. Zheng always longed to see his son, but he never returned. Now that Mr. Zheng is gone, he’s back to inherit the estate immediately.”
Xu Hao’s thoughts stirred.
Instead of agreeing, he sympathetically replied, “He looks exhausted, probably didn’t sleep all night. It’s just unfortunate timing.”
“Sigh… The greatest sorrow in life is wanting to care for your parents when they are no longer there.”
After a moment of mourning, everyone began to leave. Xu Hao and Li Ping prepared to leave as well.
“You must be Feifan? My condolences for your loss…” Xu Hao approached Zheng Feifan. “I’m the chairman and CEO of Xu Group. Here’s my card. If you need any help, feel free to call me. Although Mr. Zheng transferred his shares and is no longer a shareholder, our relationship remains.”
“Thank you, Uncle Xu, for your concern…” Zheng Feifan gratefully accepted the card. His sharp hearing had caught Xu Hao’s earlier words of support, which warmed him toward this charming uncle.
Xu Hao patted his shoulder with a smile before turning away, his expression becoming indifferent.
His surface politeness masked a heart plotting the young man’s downfall. A smile was hiding a knife, after all.…
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