The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife

"This..." Dongfang Lian hesitated a bit; she had basically come to believe that Dongfang Jing's death was not caused by the Netherworld Palace. Instead of trust in the Netherworld Palace and Ghost, it was more a personal trust in Ye Shikai, perhaps due to his character. Speaking of which, the thugs they encountered on their camping trip were a litmus test of Ye Shikai's character. At the time, he didn't know that if he had known Dongfang Lian had such good skills, he wouldn't have been eager to play the savior. However, Dongfang Lian couldn't reveal her skills then; otherwise, if Ye Shikai saw them, her "revenge plan" would be ruined before reaching the campsite.

Ye Shikai was also innocent, being inexplicably drawn into avenging this woman's family feud. However, this avoided unnecessary losses from both sides. Although a bit troublesome, it was indeed a strategic decision from the big picture, and this was the best result.

"I am still teaching at the university; what if Qingqing finds out about my identity."

"Don't worry, I'll explain to Qingqing, she'll understand," Ye Shikai continued.

"Everything my men need in Yanjing, you must fully provide." Dongfang Lian stated forcefully.

"No problem, just a few more mouths to feed."

"Also, I must maintain contact with you at all times and oversee your investigation progress," Dongfang Lian continued.

"Alright, you have my WeChat and you've tracked my location, does this work?"

"And then... never mind, that's all for now."

"Alright." Ye Shikai nodded.

"Let's go, take me to your base." Dongfang Lian snorted coldly, and walked towards the outside of the cave.

"Wait, Dongfang Lian." Ye Shikai suddenly called.

"Anything else?"

"Your father was not killed by us." Ye Shikai enunciated, speaking firmly.

"Hmph."

Yanjing, Netherworld Palace base.

"Boss, are you really planning to keep these people?" Ghost sat in the passenger seat, appearing somewhat surprised when hearing Ye Shikai's decision.

"Nonsense, I've already said, you can't expect me to take back my words now. Moreover, this reduces our losses; otherwise, we'd lose a few more brothers." Ye Shikai sighed. "Hurry up, expand the base's dormitory, total of thirty-five people, also prepare an empty lounge."

"Alright."

"Besides, pay a bit more for these people's meal and living expenses, even pocket money, since they're here, don't be stingy."

"Sigh, over thirty mouths again." Ghost sighed, seemingly feeling the money flowing out of his pocket.

"Why are you so stingy? With so many businesses outside, you're worried about this money?" Ye Shikai rolled his eyes, "Give them some money in a bit."

"Sigh, it's not really about the money, but... Boss, do you really want to raise a tiger to court danger?" Ghost's meaning was clear to Ye Shikai; the two groups who were about to fight just now would have to sleep in one place in future, could that be reassuring?

"Letting them stay here is not courting danger, but for other reasons." Ye Shikai said lightly, "Dongfang Lian is here to find her father's killer; since that's the case, what's the harm in helping her?"

"Help her, why? No connection, no reason. If it weren't for her subordinates, I'd agree, but you want them to stay at our base, even if... I don't mind, the brothers probably won't be happy about it."

"What's the big deal? Just add some new entertainment facilities; they can live separately, no need to meet." Ye Shikai said lightly, taking out a cigarette to smoke.

"Sigh, Boss, why not... reconsider? If it really doesn't work, I'll send them out of Huaxia; it's better than staying here."

"Why do I feel you care so much about them, is there treasure or antiques hidden in the base, afraid of theft, robbery, don't want outsiders to stay?" Ye Shikai was curious. Generally, Ghost might make some suggestions, but today, he was continually persuading, which stirred Ye Shikai's curiosity.

"Wait, did someone say something to you?" Ye Shikai suddenly realized, his face dark, speaking quietly. "Was it Moon God?"

Seeing Ghost remain silent, Ye Shikai understood everything.

"Did she give you any orders?" Ye Shikai asked again.

"No, absolutely no orders." Ghost immediately replied; Ye Shikai was too lazy to question him further and directly "booted" him, then drove towards Moon God Temple's base.

..................

"Lord Netherworld King, what brings you here?" At the manor entrance, the one greeting him was Ji Qian's confidant, Moon Guard leader, Selena.

"Where is she?"

"Lord Moon God, she... is not at the base..."

Without further ado, Ye Shikai slammed the gas down, the car instantly speeding out, driving directly to the villa in the back.

"Lord Netherworld King, Lord Netherworld King..."

"Qian, come out." Ye Shikai directly pushed open the villa door, sure enough, Ji Qian was sitting on the sofa, seemingly lost in thought.

"You're indeed here." Ye Shikai said grumpily, sitting directly on the sofa, picking up a fruit and peeling it casually.

"You can leave now." Ji Qian waved her hand, Selena nodded and left.

"What brings you to me?"

"Stop meddling with Dongfang Lian and her subordinates," Ye Shikai said directly, not wanting Ji Qian to overly influence or even interfere with his decisions; regardless of Ji Qian's intentions, he had his own plans.

"No, I must intervene in this matter. You've inserted so many 'time bombs' into your Netherworld Palace base, and that Dongfang Lian, can you guarantee she won't affect future operations?" Ji Qian said firmly.

"You know that's my Netherworld Palace; tell me honestly, did you give Ghost orders?" Ye Shikai questioned.

"Yes, I instructed Ghost to gather people and eliminate them," Ji Qian said coldly; Ye Shikai suddenly felt a chill.

"Why do you always think about eliminating them? They didn't provoke you." Ye Shikai was perplexed; Ji Qian seemed to have a grudge against Dongfang Lian, determined to eliminate them.

"Don't you understand? You don't grasp the situation now; can you guarantee Dongfang Lian's loyalty to you? Can you ensure she'll listen to you? You still dare to let her return to teach at school; what if she harms Qingqing?" Ji Qian yelled, "People are treacherous, why don't you understand?"