Tomb Raider: I Am Hu Bayi's Cousin

Chapter 536 He made his move, and killed!

Wu Xie lay on the bed next to him, feeling Hu Ming place the mask, as thin as a cicada's wing, on his face. In that instant, Wu Xie suddenly heard a sentence Wu Sansheng had said years ago:
Some masks, once worn for too long, become impossible to remove.

Four hours passed quickly. Hu Ming's hands were steady, and he sped up the process, perfectly covering Wu Sansheng's face onto Wu Xie's face.

During this time, Panzi, whose temples were already somewhat gray, arrived. He watched Hu Ming and Wu Xie's actions, silently smoking without saying a word.

In just over two hours, the area around Panzi's feet was already piled high with cigarette butts.

He had already learned the whole story from Hong Xia.

He knew that Wu Xie was a sentimental person, and after using what Wu Sansheng had left behind, Wu Xie would not have the heart to watch Wu Sansheng's power fall apart.

In other words, even after this incident, Wu Xie will never be able to remove the mask from his heart again.

Wu Xie's later life was destined to be devoid of innocence and naivety.

"It's so similar, it's practically identical."

Beside the mirror, Wu Xie stroked his familiar yet unfamiliar face, his body trembling slightly.

This mask allowed Wu Xie to escape the fate of being Wu Xie, but it also led him into an even more unpredictable life.

Wu Xie can no longer predict what the rest of his life will be like.

But he knew it was his own choice, and he didn't regret it.

Whether for his friends or for Wu Sansheng, he would never regret it.

"Young Master, you're back!"

Panzi threw away his cigarette butt, took a deep breath, came to Wu Xie's side, and said respectfully.

"Pan, you've worked hard these past few days. I know you've been trying your best to protect Uncle San's interests."

Wu Xie's eyes widened for a moment, then he hugged Panzi.

"Wrong!"

However, Panzi shook his head seriously.

"What's wrong?" Wu Xie was taken aback.

"You are Third Master, not Little Third Master!"

"Now that the decision has been made, this mask must not only be worn on the face, but also on the heart."

Panzi took two steps back, pointed at Wu Xie's chest, and explained heavily.

"I see."

Wu Xie gave a wry smile, closed his eyes, and lit a cigarette.

Everything has changed.
"Let's end our reminiscing here. It's already dawn, and it's about time."

Hu Ming glanced at his watch and interrupted their conversation.

After saying that, Hu Ming led the two out of there and headed towards Wu Sansheng's gambling den.

However, just before leaving the house, Hu Ming's phone rang; it was a text message ringtone.

Hu Ming took out his phone, glanced at the text message, smiled slightly, and didn't take it to heart.

Outside, the Hong family's experts who had come from Beijing had already assembled, and a convoy of cars was waiting quietly at the intersection for Hu Ming and the others.

"Second Master, our men are ready. They only need your order to move out immediately."

“Wu Sansheng’s old subordinates here are already in complete disarray, each doing their own thing, a disorganized mess, nothing to worry about. Moreover, when we came this time, the old man from the Zhang family said that he hoped you could lend a hand, and he would take care of the rest.”

"However, he also said that once we've resolved these issues and Wu Xie has fully integrated into the Wu family, we can no longer interfere in the Wu family's affairs!"

On the way, Hongxia kept arranging the action plan on her phone. When they were almost at their destination, she finished arranging everything and quietly reported to Hu Ming, who was resting with his eyes closed. "Sigh, alright, I didn't intend to interfere, including this time. But since Old Monster Zhang has spoken, I can't just call you here to boost morale this time! We have to get down to business. Prepare some equipment!" Hu Ming nodded slightly and said helplessly.

A short while later, the car slowly came to a stop in front of a restaurant in the suburbs of Changsha.

Just before, Panzi, using Wu Sansheng's name, summoned all his former subordinates; today they're here to settle all scores!!!
As he got out of the car, Hu Ming looked around and sneered inwardly.

In front of the restaurant, besides Hu Ming and his convoy, all sorts of cars were parked.

There are luxury cars, as well as dilapidated second-hand cars chosen for a low-key approach.

The restaurant was already surrounded by a large number of men carrying weapons and with menacing expressions.

This restaurant was also owned by Wu Sansheng and was his base of operations in Changsha.

The young people all looked at Hu Ming and the convoy behind him with surprise and doubt.

Hu Ming knew they wanted to confirm: Had Wu Sansheng really returned?
They were having a great time in Changsha, provided that Wu Sansheng had indeed disappeared and no one could keep them in check anymore.

If Wu Sansheng were still alive, they wouldn't dare to do this even if they had ten times the courage!
For decades, Wu Sansheng's cunning and ruthlessness have been deeply ingrained in people's minds. He would not hesitate to deal with traitors in the most vicious way.

The second car door was slowly pushed open, and Wu Xie, wearing Wu Sansheng's face, slowly stepped out and looked around.

It has to be said that Wu Xie had mentally prepared himself over the course of a few hours.

Although that look was somewhat affected, it still conveyed a deep sense of ruthlessness.

"Sansheng, stop looking at this. It's not worth wasting your time on this garbage."

Hu Ming lit a cigarette, smiled slightly, and said to Wu Xie, who remained silent.

Wu Xie nodded, knowing he couldn't make a sound, or he would be exposed immediately. He made sure to maintain his composure, walked at the front, and strode towards the restaurant.

Hu Ming, along with Hong Xia, Pan Zi, and others, followed closely behind.

"Wait, Second Master! This is not a place for you!"

"This is our family matter. If Third Master wants to settle accounts with us, we have no grounds for complaint, but you..."

Just then, a young man suddenly stepped forward and blocked Hu Ming and Hong Xia.

"What, you think you're talking to me? Is this how you talk to me? Who do you think you are?"

However, before the young man could finish speaking, a cold glint flashed in Hu Ming's eyes, and he swiftly moved forward, grabbing the young man's neck and lifting him up.

"Did you really think I...wouldn't kill someone?"

His eyes narrowed, and a chilling killing intent enveloped the young man.

"Omitted..."

His throat was blocked, making it impossible for him to speak normally, but the murderous aura that almost made his soul tremble made the young man almost forget the pain in his throat. His pupils dilated to the extreme as he looked at Hu Ming in terror.

He regretted it; he shouldn't have been the one to stick his neck out.

Originally, he was just following his boss's orders to find a way to give Wu Sansheng a hard time, but he never expected that he would actually run into a brick wall!
At that moment, he realized with exceptional clarity... he would die!
"Second Master! He's right. This is our family matter. Don't you, an outsider, think it's meddling?"

"Your Hong family may indeed be powerful, but this is Changsha, not Beijing! Here, your Hong family is nothing more than a few scattered old men putting on an act!"

"If you don't know what's good for you, then don't blame us brothers for being impolite!"

Seeing this, the surrounding henchmen couldn't sit still any longer and rushed over, grabbing all sorts of weapons with their hands.

At the same time, the skilled men brought by Hong Xia were all stunned. They grabbed their weapons and surrounded Hu Ming, coldly staring at the henchmen.

"Are you... threatening me? Have your bosses become this arrogant?"

Hu Ming grinned, coldly sweeping his gaze over the people around him, revealing a chilling smile.

then
Click!
Amidst the horrified gazes of the crowd, Hu Ming easily snapped the young man's neck.