Courtyard House: My Wife is Xu Huizhen

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The air inside the cabin was stuffy and murky. Her consciousness was still hazy at first, and her eyes were full of confusion, as if she didn't know where she was.

As her thoughts gradually returned to normal, snippets of conversation from those around her drifted into her ears. When she heard the news of Xu Changfeng's death, her mind went blank for a moment, as if a heavy hammer had struck her heart.

Her body swayed, her mental defenses collapsed again, her vision went black, her legs went weak, and she fainted once more without warning, falling limply to the ground, looking exceptionally fragile.

He Yuzhu, standing to the side, was utterly astonished, his expression a complex mix of emotions.

He was initially very confident in his side's strength, believing that he could easily subdue the enemy on the ship.

But reality was like a resounding slap in the face; the enemy's strength far exceeded his expectations, and they were able to brutally beat a grown man to death.

Recalling the thrilling battle just now, the cabin was filled with gunfire and smoke, and every second was a brush with life and death.

The bullets grazed his clothes, their sharp whistling still ringing in his ears. The enemy's ferocious face and vicious moves replayed in his mind like a nightmare.

He Yuzhu secretly rejoiced, rejoiced that he was still alive, and rejoiced that this nightmare was finally coming to an end.

Fortunately, after a fierce battle, all three were eventually captured. Although one of them unfortunately died, upon closer examination, the responsibility did not fall on him.

The situation was extremely critical, with the enemy launching a relentless offensive. If he hadn't shown mercy at the critical moment, thanks to his superb martial arts skills, these people would probably have been riddled with bullets and lost their lives when they were first attacked.

The loss of only one life, in such a perilous and almost impossible situation, is a stroke of good fortune and the best possible outcome.

Since the person did not die at his hands, this blood debt naturally has nothing to do with him and cannot be attributed to him.

Since the person has unfortunately passed away, it is only natural that the body would be temporarily placed in the hospital.

He Yuzhu stood in the hospital corridor, his face solemn, his eyes revealing coldness and decisiveness.

He knew that Liang Feixing and Wei Wuji had a deep bond with the deceased and must be extremely grief-stricken at this moment. If they lost control of their emotions, they might do something impulsive and ruin the already delicate and complicated situation.

Without hesitation, he flashed forward and swiftly sealed Liang Feixing and Wei Wuji's dantian with lightning speed.

This move was clean and swift, without the slightest hesitation. The two men felt a numbness in their lower abdomen, and all their strength instantly receded like a receding tide. Their legs went weak, and they almost collapsed to the ground.

He Yuzhu looked at them with a gaze that held both sympathy and undeniable authority.

Then, He Yuzhu looked around and selected one of his men, a steady and reliable person who always put people at ease.

He Yuzhu walked up to him and said concisely but clearly, "You stay here. First, you must keep an eye on Mr. Liang and Mr. Wei. They are emotionally unstable right now, so you must ensure their safety and prevent them from doing anything rash. Second, you must assist in handling the subsequent funeral arrangements. Every step must be arranged properly, without the slightest negligence. Remember, the deceased must be respected, so you must make sure it is done in a dignified and respectable manner."

The man nodded solemnly, accepted the order, and left.

After arranging everything, He Yuzhu took one last deep look in the direction of the ward, then turned and strode away. He had more important things to deal with; the turmoil caused by the deceased was far from over.

After doing all this, He Yuzhu took Lin Wanting back to the International Building.

The car sped along the bustling city streets, neon lights on both sides reflecting each other, the light and shadow constantly changing on the car windows, but it could not penetrate Lin Wanting's gloomy heart, which felt as if she had fallen into an ice cellar.

Her mood was extremely bad, as if she had fallen into an endless abyss, and her grief overwhelmed her like a surging tide.

Tears streamed down her face like broken beads; she cried so hard her heart was breaking that she nearly fainted.

However, when she inadvertently caught a glimpse of He Yuzhu's gloomy face, which seemed to drip with water, her heart tightened instantly.

He Yuzhu is usually ruthless, but in this unpredictable and complex situation, he is like a frightened bird, and can only proceed cautiously and step by step.

At this moment, even though she had countless grievances stuck in her throat, she could only endure them, burying all her bitterness deep in her heart and swallowing it silently.

Even before this, He Yuzhu had already conducted an extremely harsh interrogation of Lin Wanting.

The interrogation room was so oppressive that it was hard to breathe. The dim yellow light flickered on the walls, as if it might go out at any moment.

He Yuzhu sat upright at the table, his gaze like two sharp, cold knives, scrutinizing every subtle movement of Lin Wanting, not letting go of any clue that might reveal the truth.

As the interrogation progressed, He Yuzhu keenly sensed that there seemed to be some unusual connection between Lin Wanting and the man named Xu Changfeng.

From the subtle changes in Lin Wanting's eyes when she mentioned Xu Changfeng, to her deliberate avoidance of their past interactions, all signs indicate that their relationship is far more than just that of ordinary friends.

After a meticulous investigation and verification by He Yuzhu's team, it was finally confirmed that Lin Wanting remained innocent in key matters.

Upon learning this result, He Yuzhu unconsciously breathed a sigh of relief.

He knew that in this complex situation, Lin Wanting's innocence was crucial to his subsequent plans.

However, He Yuzhu was also very clear in his heart that what he really wanted was simply to control Lin Wanting.

In his view, feelings, which are invisible and intangible, are too illusory and ethereal, far less reliable than tangible benefits.

In this business world filled with calculations and transactions, only profit is the eternal truth.

Now that Xu Changfeng has passed away, the stumbling block that might have prevented him from getting Lin Wanting has disappeared.

He Yuzhu felt that he had no reason to be jealous over a meaningless emotional entanglement. What he needed to do now was to bring Lin Wanting completely under his control according to the established plan.

Chapter 583

After some twists and turns, He Yuzhu and his group finally arrived at the conference room of the international hotel.

When they opened the door, the scene inside surprised them greatly.

Soft lights streamed down, illuminating the entire conference room and reflecting on the slightly flushed faces of everyone who was excited. Each person's face was filled with uncontrollable joy, and laughter mingled together.

He Yuzhu's gaze swept quickly across the crowd and soon noticed an unfamiliar figure—a Portuguese man.

This man was tall and upright, like an ancient pine tree. His well-tailored suit fit his figure perfectly, making him look even more capable.

His deep eyes revealed shrewdness as he calmly surveyed his surroundings, exuding a seasoned and composed air about him.

At this moment, He Hongshen walked up quickly with a big smile on his face, his eyes sparkling with excitement, his voice trembling slightly with excitement: "Mr. He, I really don't know how to thank you! The fact that we were able to find Mr. Lubadu this time is all thanks to your mediation and great help. Our He family is extremely grateful!"

His tone was almost jubilant, every word filled with deep gratitude and joy. As he spoke, he tightly grasped He Yuzhu's hand and shook it vigorously.

Hearing this, He Yuzhu sat in the high-quality leather chair, his fingers unconsciously tapping lightly on the table. He frowned slightly, his eyes fixed on the person opposite him, and asked, "So, does this mean we can start drafting the tender documents now?"

His tone was calm, and every word seemed to have been carefully considered before he spoke. However, his slightly forward-leaning posture and the eagerness in his eyes to get things moving revealed his true thoughts.

"The relevant documents are currently being drafted."

The person answering stood ramrod straight, speaking with conviction, holding a document in their hand. The densely written text on the document seemed to indicate the busy work behind it all, and the person's demeanor suggested that everything was proceeding in an orderly manner.

After listening, He Yuzhu leaned back slightly, quickly considering the next steps in his mind, and then asked, "So, is there actually a person named Gao Kening on that ship?"

A sharp glint flashed in his eyes, revealing his deep concern for the whereabouts of the key figure. After all, Gao Kening's appearance or absence could have unpredictable consequences for the entire plan.

Hearing this, He Hong sighed deeply, her face full of helplessness and indignation, and slowly said, "Alas, what a pity. We searched the entire ship carefully, but we couldn't find Gao Kening anywhere. It seems that this time, he really managed to take advantage of us and get a huge benefit for nothing."

His words were a mixture of regret and resentment, each word seemingly carrying a heavy sigh.

You have to imagine how intense the firefight was on that ship; bullets were flying and sparks were flying everywhere.

If Gao Kening had been on that ship at the time, amidst such a hail of bullets, with his frail physique, he would surely have been riddled with bullets and died a gruesome death.

However, He Yuzhu was not surprised at all by this result.

He thought to himself that if he were in Gao Kening's position, he would never have placed such an important hostage, Lubadu, so casually next to him.

Isn't this obviously announcing to the world that they are the culprits behind Lubadu's kidnapping?

That's absolutely stupid. Anyone with a modicum of common sense wouldn't make such a basic mistake.

Therefore, Gao Kening can now easily shirk responsibility, deny everything, and try to wash his hands of the mess.

However, He Yuzhu did not intend to confront the other party face-to-face and argue his case immediately.

As a powerful martial artist, he has been immersed in the art of martial arts since childhood. Through the trials of swordplay, he has naturally developed his own unique and composed methods for dealing with these thorny problems.

First, he was assassinated without warning. That night, the moon was dark and the wind was high. The assassin sneaked in like a ghost. A flash of cold light, and a sharp blade was aimed at his throat. He narrowly escaped death.

But who could have predicted that such dangerous situations would occur one after another, like a ghost haunting the place? The second time, in a busy street, a dart was hidden in the hustle and bustle of the crowd and shot at him, and he narrowly escaped being hit.

This is an intolerable and unforgivable act.

Even if the other party is a high-ranking official with great power and influence.

But He Yuzhu had an indomitable spirit in his bones, and his anger burned fiercely in his heart, like an erupting volcano. He was determined to use his own strategies and strength to find a way to drag him down from his high position and make him pay a heavy price for his actions.

During those seemingly calm but turbulent days, various forces were secretly vying for and strategizing in the business world of Hong Kong.

For months, from the discreet integration of personal connections to the meticulous laying of the funding chain, and the quiet establishment of the key decision-making team, all preparations have been carried out in an orderly manner. Like a finely tuned instrument, every gear is in place, and everything is ready except for that final crucial opportunity or boost that can change the whole situation.

Once the time is right, all subsequent plans will proceed steadily and systematically, like a domino effect.

Not long before, a brand new group was born in this ever-changing land. It was officially named Macau City Entertainment Company. Like a heavy stone thrown into the sea of ​​commerce, it immediately disrupted the original calm and attracted attention from all sides. Everyone knew that this would be an emerging force that could not be ignored, and its appearance also foreshadowed an even more intense business storm that was about to begin.

In this company, which carries many expectations and ambitions and seems about to set sail into the deep sea of ​​commerce, Yip Tak Lee's appearance is like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, instantly stirring up a thousand waves.

Having navigated the business world for many years, Yip Tak-lee is adept at maneuvering in a complex network of connections. With his extensive and profound network of resources, as well as his rich experience that is like a thick business history book, he deservedly won the position of chairman.

His sharp eyes, like the brightest stars in the night sky, constantly gleam with wisdom, keenly observing the ever-changing landscape of the business world, accurately guiding the company's giant ship forward, avoiding hidden reefs and treacherous shoals.

Huo Yingdong and Ye Han both occupy pivotal positions in the company, serving as managing directors due to their exceptional business acumen and deep-rooted connections within the industry.

At that time, Fok Ying-tung had already made waves in the real estate industry. Many of the large-scale projects he developed have become shining landmarks in the city. In the shipping industry, his fleet shuttles between the oceans, building a huge logistics and transportation network, and has already made a name for himself.

He makes decisions decisively and without hesitation. His keen market insight seems to penetrate layers of fog, accurately capturing business opportunities, which is admired by many.

Yip Hon is a legendary figure in the gambling industry. He has been involved in the casino business for many years and has experienced countless business battles. He has unique and insightful views on every aspect of casino operations, from chip flow to personnel management, from table layout to marketing strategies. He is a senior veteran in the industry, and his words and actions can cause a stir and attract attention.

As for Ho Hung-Sam, as a pivotal shareholder representative and gaming license holder, he officially took office as Managing Director amidst much attention.

At that time, the company was at a critical juncture where everything needed to be rebuilt. He took on the heavy responsibility of managing the company's various specific businesses, and his daily schedule was packed.

Early in the morning, before the first rays of sunlight had completely dispelled the chill of the night, he was already sitting in his office, reviewing mountains of documents and planning for the day's work.

During the day, I move between various meeting rooms, engaging in in-depth discussions with heads of different departments about business details and coordinating resources from all parties.