The Underground Emperor: Starting with Running Away with His Sister-in-Law

More questions than answers...

When did Ding Xin and Li Zhongjiu's relationship become so harmonious?

"Alright, drink as much as you want, I'll come back to get more later..."

After thinking it through, Ding Xin smiled indifferently, habitually retorting to Li Zhongjiu in a teasing tone, then, ignoring Li Zhongjiu's suddenly darkened expression, continued, "As for why the prosecutor's office asked me to cooperate with the investigation..."

Ding Xin deliberately kept everyone in suspense, drawing out the last syllable.

It whetted their appetites.

When all three people present were starting to show signs of barely holding back, Ding Xin finally gave his answer: "It's because I was unintentionally dragged into their internal power struggle!"

"Internal strife???"

The three people present exclaimed in surprise at the same time.

But the next moment...

The three men had very different expressions.

Li Zhongjiu was taken aback for a moment, then a look of "I see" appeared on his face...

He heard it, but that's all he heard.

There wasn't much of a reaction; at most, people just felt that Ding Xin was unlucky.

Ding Qing's reaction, however, was relatively normal.

Or...

He acted exactly like a "good brother" and a "true relative."

First, he put away his carefree attitude, and then, much like Li Zhongjiu, he showed a relieved expression.

But in the end, a hint of worry appeared on her face.

after all...

In his view, being caught up in the internal power struggles within the prosecutor's system is not something that can be easily escaped.

As for Lee Ja-sung...

He's more interesting!

His official background led him to comment on Ding Xin's answer...

Instead of showing an "I see" expression, they looked like they knew it.

Then came the look of struggle.

They may be deliberating on whether or not to report it.

It's also possible that they're judging the situation; since the prosecutor is involved, what's the point of reporting to higher-ups in the police force?

Does it mean they can intervene or something?

However, in the end, just like Ding Qing, all that remained on his face was worry.

...

After Ding Xin finished speaking, he fell silent.

He simply smoked silently, quietly observing the three people's reactions...

for a long time...

Ding Qing breathed a sigh of relief and offered, "Things have come to this point, and it's unlikely to end so easily, so is there anything I can do to help?"

He paused, then patted his chest and said, "If there's anything I can do to help, just say the word. In short, I'll give it my all!"

The elder brother is indeed the elder brother; he truly steps up when it matters.

Upon hearing this, Li Zicheng nodded in agreement.

As for Lee Jung-gu...

He kept a straight face and didn't say a word.

but...

The fact that he hasn't even lifted his buttocks yet shows that he must have some intentions!

This...

It must be a gradual, subtle change...

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Chapter 393 Needs Help

If Ding Xin traveled back to ancient times.

At that moment, he would surely stand up, stroke his beard, and laugh loudly, saying, "If the hearts of the people can be won over, what cannot be accomplished?"

pity...

This is in modern times, in South Korea, and for the time being, they don't need to help...

so...

Ding Xin simply smiled with satisfaction, looking at the three of them and saying, "Alright, if I need anything, I certainly won't stand on ceremony with the three of you, but for now, we need to wait and see..."

He included Li Zhongjiu in this.

And what about Lee Jung-gu...?

As if determined to maintain his arrogant demeanor, he continued to sip his wine in silence.

But sometimes...

Even without saying a word, silence alone is enough to say something...

"Okay, then it's settled!"

Ding Qing slapped his thigh, stood up, glanced at Li Zhongjiu without leaving a trace, and suggested with a smile, "It's getting late, why don't we have some fun together tonight, and it'll also help you cleanse yourself, Ah Xin?"

His little move just now did not escape Ding Xin's eyes.

estimate...

Ding Qing also noticed Li Zhongjiu's change and found it quite strange, wanting to take the opportunity to test him further...

Under normal circumstances, Ding Xin would have definitely agreed.

The thought of getting Ding Qing and Li Zhongjiu together for drinks is quite interesting...

But that's really not possible today...

"Excuse me, I have something to do today, you guys go ahead..."

Ding Xin tapped his wrist and smiled, "It just so happens I'm about to set off too..."

"Very important?"

Ding Qing raised an eyebrow and asked, "How long? We can wait for you..."

He was genuinely interested in setting up this scheme, as it was a rare opportunity.

If Ding Xin doesn't go.

Li Zhongjiu definitely wouldn't go.

"It is indeed very important, and I can't say how long it will take..."

Ding Xin nodded, expressing his regret, then stubbed out his cigarette, stood up, stretched, and added, "After today, I'll organize a get-together, and we'll have a good drink..."

Since things have come to this point...

Ding Qing couldn't press the matter any further, so she could only smile helplessly and agree to meet up again next time...

We will not discuss Li Zicheng's opinion.

Li Zhongjiu remained silent throughout, and no one knew what he was thinking...

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Around 6:40 PM.

Ding Xin arrived at a Korean restaurant in Seocho-gu, Seoul, the same old place Zhu Yang had mentioned.

To show politeness.

Ding Xin deliberately arrived twenty minutes early.

However...

When he arrived, he learned from the staff that Zhu Yang had been waiting there for a long time.

And they arrived much earlier than him!

Good guy...

Since you can come so early, why bother making an appointment for 7 o'clock?

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