In this cyberpunk era, why are you still playing the traditional villain?

Chapter 6 You Have No Choice

Looking at the man in front of her, Xia Wuyou instantly had a bad feeling.

How could he come?

Although he had never met his boss before, Xu Shi's terrible reputation had already spread throughout the entire Night City.

It's safe to say that wherever he is, nothing good ever happens.

Xia Wuyou didn't think Xu Shi was the type to frequent budget restaurants, nor did she think he would be so polite to his subordinates.

Furthermore, the people from "Spark" had only recently left, which made her even more certain that the other party's appearance was by no means accidental.

This is how to do?

Before she could react, Xu Shi had already brought Su Lin to sit opposite her.

This made Xia Wuyou increasingly uneasy.

However, Xu Shi simply ordered his food and chatted with Su Lin while eating.

During the conversation, the two seemed to completely ignore her presence.

Hey?

This reaction left Xia Wuyou somewhat at a loss.

Why does it feel like... he really came here to eat?

Could it be that I am overthinking it?

Xia Wuyou blinked, but did not let her guard down.

In any case, leaving is the best option.

She ate a couple of bites quickly, then hurriedly stood up. "I'm going back to the company now. Enjoy your meal, Mr. Xu and Director Su."

"...There are still ten minutes left before the lunch break ends, Team Leader Xia, there's no need to rush."

Xu Shi put down his chopsticks and gently called to her, "Sit down and let's talk. I have something to tell you."

Upon hearing this, Xia Wuyou sensed something was wrong.

But now there was no way to leave. Su Lin subtly shifted her position, blocking her only path.

The girl knew very well that this woman was quite powerful, and that her chances of winning in a head-on confrontation were slim.

"Chairman Xu... is there anything you need?"

So, under Xu Shi's watchful gaze, she had no choice but to sit back down and try to remain calm as she went.

"Why are you so tense? Relax."

Seeing her flustered expression, Xu Shi couldn't help but chuckle. "I just wanted to ask Team Leader Xia a question... Have you ever heard of the name 'Refraction'?"

!

These words struck Xia Wuyou like a thunderbolt.

After a long silence, she finally spoke in a hoarse voice, "I... I've never heard of it..."

"Huh? Isn't Team Leader Xia from Night City?"

Xu Shi feigned surprise, "That was one of the two giants of Night City ten years ago, together with the 'Tianhe' conglomerate, they firmly controlled the lifeline of Night City."

"Unfortunately, this behemoth vanished overnight for some unknown reason."

"The group's industries were reduced to ruins, all research data was destroyed... Chairman Xia Yuanhai and his entire family were wiped out."

"However, I have also heard that some people did survive this disaster."

"For example, Xia Yuanhai's sister, and his only daughter... This only daughter even returned to Night City nine years later, hiding her identity and joining the 'Snake Ring'."

"Team Leader Xia, have you really not heard about these things?"

"……what do you want to say in the end?"

Listening to his unhurried narration, Xia Wuyou's voice trembled involuntarily.

She had initially thought that Xu Shi had only discovered her deal with "Spark," but now it seemed that the other party knew far more than she had imagined.

That only daughter was naturally her, but she also knew how dangerous her identity was, and the consequences would be unimaginable if she were discovered.

Therefore, she has been trying her best to hide this secret, and has never revealed it in the past ten years.

Even a conglomerate shouldn't have noticed... So when did he notice it?

The thought that Xu Shi might have been investigating her all along, but she knew nothing about it... sent a chill down Xia Wuyou's spine.

"What I want to say is that after experiencing such a change, Team Leader Xia should hate this kind of betrayal of the group's interests the most. How could she knowingly commit such a crime?"

Xu Shi smiled and looked at her, "Even if your family is facing difficulties, with your performance this year, you could have just asked the company for help. Why do something so dangerous?"

"I……"

Xia Wuyou opened her mouth, but didn't know what to say.

"Of course, I can understand, after all, you have a close relationship with Chief Shen of 'Spark'."

Xu Shi didn't give her a chance to explain and continued, "Moreover, the Hualan Public Hospital in District 12 doesn't have the expertise to treat your aunt's supernatural complications... If it were me, I might also be too worried and make a mistake."

"what are you going to do?!"

Upon hearing this, Xia Wuyou's emotions instantly turned into anger, and his aura became dangerous.

This isn't a superior showing concern for their subordinate; it's a blatant threat!

With her only family member being used as a bargaining chip, even with her strong mental fortitude, it would be difficult for her to remain rational.

At the same moment, Su Lin, who had been silently waiting, was also ready to act.

If anyone in front of her posed even the slightest threat to the young master, she wouldn't be able to leave this restaurant alive today.

However, almost the instant Xia Wuyou slammed her hand on the table, Xu Shi, as if already prepared, grabbed her wrist.

"What are you doing? Let go of me..."

Xia Wuyou tried to break free, but the moment she met Xu Shi's gaze, a flash of red light in his eyes made her consciousness become somewhat hazy.

"Team Leader Xia, I urge you to think carefully about whether it's really worth it."

Xu Shi's voice came again, but this time it sounded ethereal and cold, "Do you really think that with 'Spark's' strength, you can get away unscathed after doing something like this?"

"I...believe him..."

Xia Wuyou felt a little short of breath, but still tried her best to refute.

"Let's stop deceiving ourselves."

Xu Shi smiled contemptuously, "You know perfectly well that Shen He is gambling with your life."

“If things come to light, he'll still have room to maneuver, but you'll definitely be in trouble... just like now, won't you?”

Having said all he wanted to say, he immediately released his grip.

The oppressive feeling hanging over her head vanished instantly, and Xia Wuyou slumped into the chair in a daze.

Fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead, and her fair skin became somewhat flushed.

Judging from her expression, she was beginning to waver.

Because what Xu Shi said was correct.

Even if the deal had been exposed, and it had actually gone smoothly, "Snake Ring" would have blamed the failure on themselves, the person in charge of the operation.

What good will inhibitors be then?

This will only allow my aunt to live for another six months... or even before that, she may be kicked out of the hospital because of the cost, as she has no one to rely on.

These are things that "Spark" may not be able to take care of.

At least she was unwilling and dared not gamble with it.

The girl's mind grew increasingly confused, and finally she uttered blankly, "What...do you want me to do?"

"If I'm not mistaken, 'Spark' needs you to provide them with intelligence."

Xu Shi also shoved a slip of paper into her hand, his tone filled with malice, "Just do as it says. As for the follow-up actions, that's your job, I don't need to teach you."

"In exchange, I will provide the best medical care for your family... Team Leader Xia should understand that what I can give you is far more than just a bottle of SS-level inhibitor."

He even knows this?

Xia Wuyou gripped the note tightly, her nails digging deep into her flesh.

Even without looking, she knew what was written on it.

However, she also knew that from the moment Xu Shi caught her in the act, she had no choice.

Taking a deep breath, the girl stood up and left the restaurant dejectedly.

"I see."

We should be able to sign the contract tomorrow... We'll be using AI to run the map and draw character cards and illustrations throughout the process.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 7 is gone forever.

"Young Master, are you sure you still want to entrust the escort mission to her?"

The atmosphere in the restaurant returned to calm, and Su Lin, now relaxed, asked softly.

"What's wrong with handing it over to her?"

Xu Shi smiled and asked in return, "There is no one more suitable than her."

In fact, when he sensed Xia Wuyou's wavering, he knew he had the upper hand.

Not to mention that the other party simply couldn't refuse the conditions he offered, the most important thing was that Xia Wuyou's only weakness had been firmly grasped in his hands.