Arranged marriage, love blossoms; a fiercely devoted soldier dotes on her alone.

As the last rays of the setting sun were swallowed by darkness, the funeral of Deng Zhi, once the top gangster in Beijing, came to an end...

From this day forward, Deng Zhi will never be seen again...

The legendary stories or glorious moments of his past will become history and become topics of conversation for people to talk about over tea.

at this time,

In the darkness of night,

A Maybach was speeding along, with Xiao Zhan and Qin Huanhuan sitting in the back seat, having just attended Deng Zhi's funeral.

Qin Huanhuan leaned on Xiao Zhan's shoulder, seemingly quite moved, and said softly, "They say that when a person dies, it's like a lamp going out. Seeing Deng Zhi eventually become a handful of ashes in a box, what is there left for the living to strive for?"

"Think about how glorious Brother Deng was during his lifetime, and how many people came to see him off on his final journey after his death. It can be said that he was a true winner in life."

Xiao Zhan said calmly, "But have you considered how many people will still remember him after a while? Including you and me, how much of him will we remember?"

"Deng Zhi is dead. Besides his family who are saddened and heartbroken, do you know how many people are secretly celebrating with champagne?"

"This is the reality of society. Everyone who is alive is fighting openly and covertly for their own interests, sometimes to the death."

Qin Huanhuan thought for a moment and said, "Honey, why don't we go back to the countryside and live a peaceful life?"

Xiao Zhan paused for a moment, then cupped Qin Huanhuan's pretty face in his hands, staring into the woman's dark, grape-like eyes, and said, "Do you think I can escape the troubles of the world by going back to the countryside?"

Will those people let me go?

Qin Huanhuan fell silent. If Xiao Zhan had said such things a few months ago, she would have scoffed at them.

But her experiences over the past few months have shown her just how ruthless and cruel the competition can be in big cities.

It's no exaggeration to say that sometimes if you don't kill someone, you'll be killed by someone else, and there's nowhere to hide.

Qin Huanhuan thought about her experiences over the past few months since she met Xiao Zhan, which made her deeply realize that even wealthy families have their own untold helplessness and troubles.

It also allowed her to see a world that was completely different from what she had seen before.

It made her realize the enormous impact of money and status...

Qin Huanhuan unconsciously hugged Xiao Zhan tightly.

Why do people like to hug?

Ultimately, it's all about hormones.

Biological research suggests that oxytocin levels rise when people hug, and oxytocin is a signal of intimacy and friendliness. In addition, the tactile sensation of hugging can penetrate deep into the cells, causing the brain to secrete hormones that make people feel positive and happy.

Qin Huanhuan noticed that Xiao Zhan's body was getting hotter and hotter, until it was so hot that it made her feel restless and even tremble.

And then there's that stinky man's face, overflowing with lust, yet clearly showing extreme restraint.

Xiao Zhan's brows furrowed slightly, his gaze lowered, and his breathing tightened with desire. His usually indifferent eyes, however, maintained a forced composure. Seeing Xiao Zhan's pained expression...

Suddenly, Qin Huanhuan had a thought that she wanted to further seduce and abuse the stinky man...

Then,

To Xiao Zhan's astonishment, Qin Huanhuan began her punishment...

When a woman gets angry

Men have absolutely no part in this.

Looking at the woman in front of him, Xiao Zhan could only grit his teeth and persevere, thinking to himself, "My God, this happiness came so unexpectedly."

"squeak."

The car was parked in the villa's underground garage.

Xiao Zhan picked up Qin Huanhuan and got out of the car, then took the elevator directly to the bedroom. Once inside, Xiao Zhan gently laid Qin Huanhuan down on the large bed...

Then I kissed him…

at the same time,

In a bar, Xia Keke, Su Zixing, and Dr. Jones sat in a booth.

The three of them drank and talked in hushed tones.

It's clear that Su Zixing is in a very bad mood.

Zhang Weijie and a few of his brothers sat not far away, and the way they looked at Su Zixing revealed a hint of worry...

At this moment, Xia Keke whispered to comfort him, "Zixing, I know that the most painful part of losing a loved one is not the moment of departure, but rather the feeling of being poisoned with a slow-acting drug that takes effect from time to time, and once it takes effect, it is excruciating."

Su Zixing choked up and said, "Cousin, I overestimated myself. I thought I wouldn't be sad, let alone shed tears, because I've never lived with him for a single day."

"But when I saw him being pushed into the crematorium, my heart ached so much, and I couldn't stop the tears from flowing."

Xia Keke gave Su Zixing a gentle hug.

"Why!"

Then he sighed softly and said, "There's a saying: 'The tree may wish to be still, but the wind will not cease; the child may wish to care for his parents, but they will no longer be there.' I understand how you feel right now, which is why I'm here drinking with you. You just had surgery and are still recovering, so it's best to drink less."

At this point, Dr. Jones said, "Miss, alcohol will irritate your condition and your wound, so it's best if you don't drink. If you really want to drink, you can only have one drink at most."

Su Zixing nodded and said, "I understand, Dr. Jones. Thank you for your understanding. May I just have a small glass?"

"I'm so heartbroken."

Jones shrugged helplessly...

Xia Keke wanted to change the subject from such a heavy topic.

So he said, "Xiao Zhan said you handed over the USDT system to him."

Su Zixing nodded.

That's the truth, there's nothing to hide.

Besides, Xia Keke is his cousin.

Xia Keke continued, "I know that your USDT system and the Sky Arbiter system are actually complementary, but they can also operate independently."

"But Xiao Zhan decided to destroy the Sky Arbiter System, and he said it was also Minister Bai's idea."

"As someone who once owned and operated both systems, what are your thoughts on this?"

Su Zixing raised her glass and took a sip of wine.

Then he said, "When the core of a system is removed, collapse is its only fate. I once deeply linked the core values ​​of two series with the company's strategic development."

"Therefore, now that Xiao Zhan has the USDT system, whether or not he needs the 'Sky Judge System' is irrelevant."

Xia Keke suddenly understood why Xiao Zhan had agreed so readily to Bai Zexiang's request to destroy the Sky Arbiter System...

Suddenly Su Zixing added, "Cousin, I hate people who make empty promises the most, because making empty promises is one of the cheapest and most vicious methods in the world."

When Xia Keke saw Su Zixing, her eyes were filled with confusion, and even a hint of barely perceptible panic.

He asked in a low voice, "Zixing, who's been making empty promises to you?"