I bought a secret manual of the Hehuan Sect for ten yuan.

"Are you out of your mind?"

Shen Tingzhi gave Qin Ge a look that suggested he might have a mental disability. "Do criminals report to the police station before committing a crime?"

"The rules of the Shadow Martial Arts Hall seem nice, but they're completely useless!"

"Even the best idea is worthless if it's not put into practice!"

"Ask Su Wenxi, ask the Su family members, besides being registered with the Donghai Martial Arts Hall, do they register with the local Martial Arts Halls when they go to other cities?"

"Why would Huo Qianjue really send experts back to the East Sea? Would he register them with the Shadow Martial Arts Hall?"

"Nonsense! Do you think this is child's play?"

Qin Ge gave an awkward laugh, "Don't get so worked up!"

"By the way, does Huo Qianjue have many experts on his side?"

"If he were to actually make a move, what kind of people do you think he would send?"

"Who could know? We don't even know where he is now!" The Shen and Xia families have been sending people to inquire about Huo Qianjue for years.

However, Huo Qianjue disappeared completely after leaving the East Sea, leaving no trace whatsoever.

They all knew that Huo Qianjue was definitely still alive, and might be gathering strength, waiting for the day he could return to the East China Sea!

As it turns out, their idea was correct, and Huo Qianjue had already planted a pawn before he left, with Steward Ding of the Han family being the best proof!

Besides Steward Ding, who knows if Huo Qianjue has any other pawns?

"Huo Qianjue is a very cunning person. He's been preparing for so many years, and he must have recruited many experts around him. It's always better to be careful!"

"I know you're quite skilled, but it's easier to dodge a spear than a hidden arrow. To defend against unknown dangers, you still need a professional."

"This time, we've assigned you a professionally trained team. The team leader is He Qingqiu. She went to a special operations training camp abroad when she was eighteen, spent eight years there, and just recently returned. I told them to come over this afternoon!"

"Okay!" Qin Ge readily agreed. "Thank you very much, brother-in-law. Please tell my sister thank you too!"

Qin Ge originally wanted to refuse, thinking that with his skills and Su Wenxi's help, there wouldn't be any problems. The main issue was that it would be inconvenient to have unfamiliar people around.

However, eight years ago I was eighteen, which means I'd be at most twenty-six now, so that's another story.

In the afternoon, He Qingqiu arrived with his entourage.

A team of twelve people, including herself, made a total of thirteen, and all of them were women!

"Hello, you must be Mr. Qin Ge?"

"I am He Qingqiu. From this moment on, your safety is my responsibility!"

He Qingqiu was tall and slender, with a cold and arrogant expression.

It was pretty much as Qin Ge had expected; as expected, women with some skills all had amazing figures!

However, Qin Ge still thinks Su Wenxi is more appealing.

"Then I'll have to trouble Miss He from now on!" Qin Ge looked He Qingqiu up and down, and was slightly surprised to see the pistol at her waist.

He Qingqiu noticed Qin Ge's gaze, and his arrogance grew even stronger. "I have a license; I can legally possess a handgun of the specified type!"

"But don't worry, I'm a martial arts master. Although my marksmanship is passable, not every opponent is worth me drawing my gun on!"

"What a coincidence, me too!" Qin Ge really wanted to slap her to test her skills. She was so arrogant, she had no idea how skilled this expert was.

He Qingqiu paused for a moment, then looked Qin Ge up and down, wondering, "What did he say he was? Does he also have a gun?"

"This villa consists of three buildings. My family and I live in the main building."

"The other two buildings are vacant. You and your people can find somewhere to stay; there should be enough rooms!"

"By the way, I'm providing accommodation, but not meals. You'll have to take care of your own food. Please try not to bother me unless it's absolutely necessary!"

After Qin Ge finished giving He Qingqiu his instructions, he turned and left.

"Wait a minute!" He Qingqiu called out to Qin Ge, "Mr. Qin, for your safety, we must protect you 24/7!"

"I'm a professional, please understand!"

"Close-quarters protection?" Qin Ge's interest was piqued, and he stopped in his tracks. "Tell me, what exactly does 'close-quarters protection' mean?"

"Do you want to lie next to me when I sleep?"

"You want to follow me to the shower and to the bathroom too?"

"That would be so embarrassing!"

He Qingqiu raised an eyebrow, her displeasure evident. "That's not what you meant!"

"We will take turns guarding your room door while you sleep, so it won't affect your normal life."

Qin Ge pouted, "Isn't it a bit unnecessary to make such a fuss?"

"Since you're both guarding the gate anyway, why don't you just guard the main gate?"

He Qingqiu said seriously, "There will also be guards at the main gate, double protection!"

"There's no need for that. If you want to guard, just guard the main gate!" Qin Ge said helplessly. "Besides, don't scare my parents. They don't know what you do."

"If my parents ask you, just make up any excuse and give the same answer."

"Why don't you just say you're relatives of the Shen family, from the countryside, and are staying for a few days?"

"Yes, let's say that!"

After Qin Ge finished speaking, she went upstairs.

He Qingqiu: "..."

That afternoon, He Qingqiu and his team got busy.

They were still busy checking door locks and windows, installing surveillance cameras, while Qin Ge was having dinner.

It looks quite professional, and it seems like it's actually quite professional!

"With strength to uproot mountains and spirit to overwhelm the world, will you come to me or I go to you?"

That evening, Qin Ge sent a message to Su Wenxi from her room.

I've been busy with Qingcheng Beauty these past few days, and I really miss Su Wenxi's long legs.

"No, there are people at your door, it'll be embarrassing."

Su Wenxi refused outright. Qin Ge's safety was originally her responsibility, so what was the point of bringing in someone else now? Was it questioning her abilities or the Su family?

He Qingqiu was arranged by the Shen family, so she couldn't say anything. Having more people protecting Qin Ge wasn't a bad thing, but it didn't stop her from feeling unhappy.

Qin Ge opened the door and saw He Qingqiu standing there. "Miss He, is this really necessary?"

"Why don't you come into my room and keep watch? That would be safer."

He Qingqiu looked displeased. "Mr. Qin, please have some self-respect. I am protecting your safety."

Qin Ge's expression turned cold. "If you're unwilling, then stay away from my room. I don't need you guarding it!"

"If you're not capable enough, there's no point in staying anywhere; you've already seriously impacted my life!"

He Qingqiu said calmly, "Mr. Qin, I have my own plan. Everything is under my control. You just need to follow my instructions!"

"Please be patient during this extraordinary time."

"Can't you understand when I'm talking to you nicely?" Qin Ge hesitated for a moment, then tentatively slapped him.

"Snap—"

A crisp slap rang out, and He Qingqiu was stunned.

Qin Ge was also stunned. Wasn't he a master?

"Are you out of your mind?"

"What business is it of mine? Why did I invite you here to act like a boss?"

"If you can't stand it, then get out. I'll talk to the Shen family!"

Since we've already started fighting, we might as well go all the way and get rid of He Qingqiu and his gang.

"Mr. Qin!" He Qingqiu instinctively reached for the dagger at his waist. "You've gone too far!"