The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife

There wasn't much substance to the conversation between Wang Qian and Luo Shiqi; mostly it was just pleasantries and evasions. The two women were polite on the surface, but deep down, they couldn't wait for the talk to end.

"Miss Wang, you don't know much about the Underworld, but personally, regarding the matter between me and Wang Hu, I hope to turn big issues into small ones and small ones into no issue, valuing peace." Luo Shiqi said lightly, using a strategy of retreat to advance. It seemed like she was backing down, giving the Wang Family a way out, but actually, it's a more sophisticated "High Song and Furious Advance." What does Wang Qian want? She wants Wang Hu to replace Luo Shiqi as the king of the Underworld, thereby controlling the entire Yanjing Underground, with power exceeding Luo Shiqi's current control, and then using this as a capital to become the next Family Head of the Wang Family.

In other words, everything Wang Hu is doing now is orchestrated by Wang Qian. With Luo Shiqi casually saying "turn big issues into small ones," wouldn't Wang Qian's previous efforts go to waste? What Wang Hu did would be meaningless, and there's no way Wang Qian would willingly back down. However, with Luo Shiqi putting it that way, if Wang Qian doesn't agree, it would seem like she's deliberately provoking conflict. Neither woman wants to declare war openly.

"Haha, Miss Luo, this is the family's decision, and I also think the same. Although I can't give you a definite answer, I will repeat Miss Luo's words verbatim to the family." Wang Qian once again "passed the buck," shifting responsibility with every mention of the family.

"In that case, all right. I hope Miss Wang considers my words carefully." Seeing this, Luo Shiqi saw through Wang Qian's "evasive tactics." Since she couldn't move against her for now, she'd step back and watch what tricks Wang Qian would play next.

"Of course."

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Europe.

"It's been a while since I had such fun." Ye Shikai, riding a black horse, freed his mind at a racetrack owned by the Moon God Temple. His playful spirit was unleashed. Europe has many scenic spots, and this was one such place. Ji Qian knew how to enjoy life, having built a racetrack in this quiet and peaceful place.

"How is it? Is it obedient?" Ji Qian, dressed in riding attire and riding a red horse, slowly came out. The horses here were all specially raised and were familiar with Ji Qian, but they didn't know Ye Shikai.

"It's not bad. The temperament is wild, but I like it." Ye Shikai pulled the reins, and the fierce horse neighed.

"The caregiver said this horse has the wildest nature and doesn't even look at people properly, not even me." Ji Qian smiled slightly. The two had been having a wild time in Europe for two days, and today they visited this racetrack, so she brought Ye Shikai here.

"What was that saying again? Sword for the hero, rouge for the beauty. I guess this horse fits too; a hero matches a fine horse." Ye Shikai smiled with pride. For some reason, when choosing the horse, he felt a connection with this one, matching temperaments.

"Come on, how about a race?" Ye Shikai suggested with a grin.

"Sure, but the loser must face a penalty." Ji Qian nodded, lightly waving her whip, catching Ye Shikai's interest. The race promises to be exciting.

"Alright, you set the punishment," Ye Shikai swiftly agreed. A horse race with bets is much more fun.

"The loser must unconditionally agree to one request from the other." Ji Qian said coolly, "So, dare to gamble?"

"Of course, one round to decide victory. Whoever finishes three laps first wins." Ye Shikai nodded. Backing down now would be too embarrassing; he wasn't someone who would cave easily.

Ye Shikai knew Ji Qian's equestrian skills were good, even considered somewhat notable in European high society, even more so than some professional equestrians. Riding skill can't be supplemented with Inner Strength; it's ultimately the horse running while the person controls, requiring good cooperation between them.

"How about it, it's still time to concede." At the starting line, Ji Qian didn't forget to tease Ye Shikai.

"What, don't you have confidence in your man?" Ye Shikai "retorted mercilessly," and sure enough, Ji Qian's face turned red from forehead to ears.

Suddenly, a sharp whistle sounded, and Ye Shikai, prepared, rode out on the black horse quickly. The speed wasn't slow at all; the fierce name wasn't for nothing. Ji Qian, distracted for a moment, was slightly late but still followed closely behind Ye Shikai.

"Not bad." Ye Shikai whispered. Quickly reaching the first corner, he pulled the reins and smoothly took the turn. Simultaneously, he noticed Ji Qian narrowed the gap a bit. It seemed the "Equestrian Queen" title was well-earned. Ye Shikai sped up; on the straight, neither gave way, but he seemed to have a slight edge.

"How about it, concede now?" Ye Shikai, having increased the distance, suddenly turned and laughed.

"Don't celebrate too soon." Ji Qian waved her whip and quickly caught up. If it were a car race, Ye Shikai might be confident of winning. But for horse racing, objectively speaking, he wasn't really Ji Qian's match. Since returning to Huaxia, he hadn't ridden at all, and he had only met his current mount just hours ago; naturally, he lacked the seamless cooperation Ji Qian had.

"Come on, keep going." Ye Shikai looked at the final stretch with Ji Qian almost neck-and-neck. At this point, whoever's horse could sprint faster would win.

Fifty meters, forty meters, thirty meters, twenty meters, just one step away from the finish.

"Ah!" Suddenly, a scream came from behind Ye Shikai, and turning around, he saw Ji Qian's horse suddenly panic, forcefully tossing.

"Watch out!" Ye Shikai instinctively jumped off his horse and grabbed Ji Qian off hers, channeling Inner Strength, quickly moving away from the track.

"Careful, sir." Staff nearby rushed in to check, but being cultivators, neither could be easily injured. Ye Shikai carried Ji Qian in his arms straight to a safe area.

"What happened? Are you okay?" Ye Shikai was worried at the moment. With Ji Qian's skills, even a charging wild horse couldn't harm her.

"Haha, you lost, didn't you?" Ji Qian suddenly laughed. Ye Shikai was momentarily stunned, turning to see her horse slowly cross the finish line, while Ye Shikai's horse stood foolishly in place...