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Chapter 5232: 5.0984 Each with Their Own Agenda

To her surprise, the servants of the villa blocked her, claiming that without the Second Young Master's order, no one was allowed to visit.

So, Qin Cao hypocritically offered to help her get in.

But while saying so, he insistently put his arms around her and tried to touch her. If Gu Yixuan hadn't arrived just then, Mu Xiaoxue wouldn't have known how to get rid of this repulsive man.

Qin Cao wasn't angry about being pushed away by Gu Yixuan. He just chuckled and glanced at Gu Yixuan, saying enigmatically, "So that's how it is."

Gu Yixuan's heart sank.

He knew what Qin Cao's words implied.

Qin Cao was aware of his betrayal to Patriarch Qin, while others were not.

He had secretly been pleased, thinking that with Zhao Yi dead and no counter-evidence, this matter would never be mentioned again.

But seeing Qin Cao today, his mind couldn't help but start to feel uneasy again.

Fearing that Qin Cao would speak carelessly, he hastily offered a conciliatory smile. "So it's Lord Qin Cao."

Qin Cao smirked at him and turned to leave, but left a thought-provoking remark: "Indeed, a fair lady is a gentleman's delight."

Mu Xiaoxue was quite puzzled. Hiding behind Gu Yixuan, she softly asked, "Senior Brother Gu, what did he mean by that?"

Gu Yixuan gave an awkward laugh. "Nothing. Oh, by the way, Junior Sister, why are you here so early this morning? Do you want to see our respected master's wife?"

"Mm, Mother is resourceful. I wanted her advice on the matter I'm handling."

Gu Yixuan then advised her, "Our master's wife is being held by the Second Young Master, so seeing her isn't easy. The last time our Master went, he had to plead quite a bit before the Second Young Master gave him some face."

Mu Xiaoxue lowered her head slightly, looking dejected. "I understand."

Gu Yixuan took her hand and said with a smile, "Let's talk about something happy. I've convinced my father to join our organization. From now on, our Gu family and Shadow City will be considered one family."

"Really?"

"Of course, this is all thanks to Junior Sister," Gu Yixuan said with a smile. "I've already reported it truthfully to Patriarch Qin. The Patriarch also said he would reward Junior Sister later."

Mu Xiaoxue pursed her lips and smiled. "No credit necessary, it's just what I should do."

"By the way, what about the Lin family?"

"Heh." Gu Yixuan couldn't help but sneer. "There's no reply yet, but it should be soon. They can't refuse. Don't forget, Lin Miuer and Lin Zhen'er are both in our hands now."

Mu Xiaoxue smiled faintly. "Sister Miuer and the others are truly... well, never mind them. Oh, Senior Brother, did you come looking for me for something?"

"Junior Sister, I'll go with you tomorrow. Is everything almost ready?"

"Mm," a faint cold glint flashed in Mu Xiaoxue's eyes.

"Junior Sister, while your task is important, your personal safety is also very crucial," Gu Yixuan said. "But don't worry, I will protect you with my life."

"Thank you, Senior Brother, for your help."

The two walked back, chatting and laughing, with Gu Yixuan taking the opportunity to show excessive courtesy to his junior sister.

After seeing her into her room, he turned around and saw Qin Cao standing not far away, waiting for him. A chilling glint flickered in Qin Cao's gloomy, triangular eyes.

Gu Yixuan's heart skipped a beat. He quickly stepped forward. "Is something wrong, Lord Qin Cao?"

"Gu Yixuan, stop playing dumb with me. Tell me, how much hush money are you planning to give me?" Qin Cao chuckled.