Chapter 490: Chapter 490: I’ll Bother You for a Lifeti if You Don’t Agree_1
Zhang Xian was relieved as no one else sought him for practice and happily retreated to one side.
Sotis, keeping a low profile isn’t always a good idea. Being more assertive can often save you a lot of trouble. It seems that moving forward, he’ll have to strike a balance between the two and use them appropriately.
"Why are you standing around?"
Old Man Han asked unhappily as he glanced at Zhang Xian, "That person is already an Innate master at twenty-four, what about you? How dare you loaf around? Hurry up and get over there to practice!"
Upon hearing these words, everyone hastily scrambled away.
They had to admit, they, who considered themselves as elite, had been properly knocked down a peg. Their previously high-and-mighty deanors had vanished, turning into a powerful motivating force.
"These guys ..." Seeing everyone so disheartened yet their fighting spirit ignited, Old Man Han was pleased and chuckled.
Han Xiangyu stood aside, examining Zhang Xian up and down, still looking perplexed.
Everyone’s human, yet how did this guy manage to break through to the Innate level at just twenty-four? It was simply impossible. At this age, reaching the Post Acquired Peak was already considered freakish.
Of course, she was still unaware of Zhang Xian’s true strength. If she knew that Zhang Xian was now a formidable fighter, comparable to the Grandmaster Realm, it would have been interesting to see her expression.
As ti ticked away, when it finally approached midnight, the exchange eting ended.
By then, Cao Jianxin had also woken up.
After what had happened earlier, he was no longer daring enough to face Zhang Xian head-on. The guy was an Innate master and much stronger than he was.
What was laughable was how he had previously proclaid he was going to give Zhang Xian guidance. He, a re Post Acquired Peak scrub, was going to guide an Innate master. If he spread the word about this, he’d likely die from embarrassnt.
"That damn Cao Zheng..." At the sa ti, Cao Jianxin ntally cursed at Cao Zheng a hundred tis over.
The nerve of that guy, daring to make him challenge an Innate master to uncover his secrets. Was this not akin to seeking death? Had it been allowed, he would already be dead.
"So, am I free to leave now?" Zhang Xian asked Han Xiangyu after giving the nearby Cao Jianxin a glance.
Han Xiangyu replied, "Not yet, I need to discuss sothing with you later."
Zhang Xian frowned, "Why can’t you speak of it now? I don’t have the ti to loiter here."
"Because I said so." Han Xiangyu pouted before declaring, "It’s getting late, we should have dinner first. I’ll discuss the task while we eat."
Zhang Xian watched as Han Xiangyu left, shaking his head before begrudgingly following.
After they reached the cafeteria and Han Xiangyu had selected a spot, she said with a smile, "Take a seat. I will order the food."
As Zhang Xian watched Han Xiangyu head towards the kitchen, a sense of unease crept in. With her usually acting like a princess, her sudden hospitality was incredibly abnormal.
"Seems like, I need to be on guard." Zhang Xian reminded himself.
A mory from their ti in the police station was still fresh in Zhang Xian’s mind when Han Xiangyu had tricked him. Given her odd behavior now, he’d surely be in trouble without caution.
Soon, Han Xiangyu returned, looking incredibly pleased.
Zhang Xian rubbed his nose, "Miss Han, with all this hospitality, what you want from
can’t be good, right? Spill it."
"Hey! What’s that supposed to an? Am I that kind of person?" Han Xiangyu scowled at Zhang Xian.
Zhang Xian replied, "No, it’s just that you’re acting odd and I have a feeling you have a big problem you want
to help with. I’m not sure I can handle it."
"Ah, it’s not such a big deal!" Leaning closer to Zhang Xian, Han Xiangyu spoke with a smile, "Actually, I’ve been wanting to take on missions but my grandpa always objects. Therefore, I ... you know ... you’re the only one who can suppress him. So, I’m asking for your help."
Zhang Xian asked, "That’s all?"
"What else do you think?" Han Xiangyu said, "My grandpa keeps saying that my skills aren’t up to par, but I feel I need to go out and gain so practical experience. I don’t want to be coddled anymore."
Zhang Xian rubbed his nose, "Girl, you should understand that your grandpa is just concerned for your safety, that’s why he doesn’t let you go out."
Han Xiangyu said, "Of course I know that. But, he doesn’t understand what I want. I don’t want to live this life. I am fed up with it."
After a mont of hesitation, Zhang Xian said, "Alright! I will help you speak to him. But I can’t guarantee success."
"It’s not about maybe, it’s about definitely." Han Xiangyu said, "No matter how you do it, if my grandpa doesn’t let
go for the mission this afternoon, I won’t let you off the hook."
Zhang Xian bitterly laughed, "I say, Miss. Is this how you ask for a favor?"
Han Xiangyu said, "As if I’m begging you! Just accept that you have to help . If you don’t, I’ll make your life hell, and trust , you won’t enjoy."
"Make my life hell ..." The corner of Zhang Xian’s mouth twitched unnaturally, he clenched his teeth and said, "Fine! I’ll do my best to help you. But don’t get your hopes up, it’s not easy."
Upon hearing his words, Han Xiangyu finally smiled, "As long as you try your best, I believe my grandpa will agree."
...
In the afternoon, around two o’clock, a bell rang within Skynet headquarters.
Upon hearing the bell, Skynet mbers gradually gathered in a large conference room.
Zhang Xian, led by Han Xiangyu, made his way into the conference room as well.
"Xiangyu, why are you here?" Old Man Han said upon seeing Han Xiangyu, "There’s no need for you here. Stop causing a scene."
Han Xiangyu replied, "I won’t leave. I want to participate in this mission too. You always stop
from doing anything and lock
up here in the headquarters. I’m bored to death. I hate this kind of life."
"Nonsense!" Old Man Han retorted angrily, "Do you think carrying out a mission is a ga? Do you realize how dangerous it is? You don’t appreciate the good things you have."
"I want to go," insisted Han Xiangyu.
"You..." Old Man Han raged, glaring at Han Xiangyu and seemingly about to make his move. How could he tolerate this kind of disruption in such a solemn place as the conference room?
Seeing the brewing tension, Zhang Xian hastily stood up and said, "Old Man Han, if I may say sothing - if Han Xiangyu wishes to participate in the mission, I believe you should support her. She’s no longer a child and is entirely entitled to choose her own path. Keeping her by your side for your own selfish desires is unfair to her."
"What do you an?" Old Man Han asked, "If anything happens to Xiangyu, can you take responsibility?"
Zhang Xian retorted, "Death can co unexpectedly - one could even be killed by a plane falling on their bed. If it’s not your ti to die you could even dance through a hail of bullets. That’s life."
Old Man Han had no retort but did not retreat either.
Logically, he should indeed support Han Xiangyu. However, her skills clearly did not reach the standard. He also couldn’t bear to allow his granddaughter to take such a risk.
After a mont’s hesitation, he nodded, "Alright, I agree. But if Xiangyu is in danger, I’ll hold you responsible."
"What do you an?" Zhang Xian looked at Old Man Han, "Are you asking
to go there too?"
Old Man Han responded, "It’s either she doesn’t go, or you go with her. Make your choice. Like I’ve said before, Xiangyu doesn’t have the right to take on a mission until she reaches the Innate stage."
"Well..." Zhang Xian rubbed his nose, "I suddenly agree with you, Old Man Han; this kid clearly lacks the necessary skills!"
Han Xiangyu was enraged, "Zhang Xian, what are you trying to say?"
Others in the conference room looked on in disdain. One mont he’s advocating for her to join the mission, the next he’s done resisting. Could there be anyone more shaless? They can hardly bear to look directly at him.
"Um..." Zhang Xian said, "I can’t help you."
Furious, Han Xiangyu countered, "I don’t care. You already agreed. If you dare to go back on your word, I’ll...I’ll never let you off, I’ll be your shadow for the rest of your life."
"No...really?" Zhang Xian seed shocked, "Are you really going to be that shaless?"
"The shaless one here is you," Han Xiangyu retorted angrily.
Old Man Han glanced at Zhang Xian, then back at Han Xiangyu, his smile sowhat strange. Letting others accompany Han Xiangyu on the mission would make him uneasy. With Zhang Xian around, the safety factor increased significantly. Han Xiangyu always wanted to go out on missions, yet she lacks the understanding of the dangers involved. This could be a good chance for her to get so real-world experience, a lesson of sorts.
More importantly, the mission at hand was tricky, and Zhang Xian had previously declared he would not accept any missions. He was grappling with this when Zhang Xian conveniently presented himself.
Stroking his chin, he looked at Zhang Xian, "Well, would you like to go with her?"
"Er..." Zhang Xian didn’t want to go, but under Han Xiangyu’s nacing stare had to compromise, "Alright! I’ll take a trip."
Upon hearing this, Han Xiangyu was almost hopping with excitent, "Great! I finally get to go on a mission."
"Rember, you have to protect Xiangyu," Old Man Han warned Zhang Xian, "If I find even a hair missing when she cos back, I won’t let you off, even if I beco a ghost."
Zhang Xian retorted, "Don’t you know I’m excellent at catching ghosts, old man?"
"Ahem..." Old Man Han choked back his words.
Was this man capable of giving him a bit of respect? Was it appropriate to show this kind of disdain?
"Leader," Cao Jianxin stepped forward after glancing at Zhang Xian, "I would like to go on this mission with Zhang Xian and Han Xiangyu."
After hesitating for a mont, Old Man Han asked, "Are you sure?"
"Yes, leader, I’m sure," Cao Jianxin responded without grasping the aning behind Old Man Han’s words.
Old Man Han nodded, "Alright, the three of you and Xiaolong will undertake this mission. Rember, this mission has a high risk factor, so be vigilant when executing it."
"Yes..." Cao Jianxin, Han Xiangyu, and Xiaolong straightened their backs and affird with respect.
Old Man Han nodded, "Good, go back and prepare. You will set off tomorrow morning. Plan the details among yourselves."
Cao Jianxin looked puzzled, "Leader, there’s no set plan for this mission?"
Old Man Han looked at Zhang Xian, "No, there isn’t. Depending on the situation, decide as you see fit. I believe you will all perform well and return victorious."
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