This is a two-bedroom apartment, not very large, but in a good location. The previous tenant had just moved out not long ago, so the apartment was still a bit messy and had a smell of having been unoccupied for a long time.

Looking at the messy room, Xiao Ke frowned.

Where can I find a housekeeper so late at night?
His eyes darted around, and he remembered the sexy women he had seen on his way here, standing in the dim light, dressed provocatively, and giving him flirtatious glances as he walked through those alleys.

"Fast food is two hundred, overnight stay is five hundred..."

Xiao Ke stroked his chin, a lewd yet shrewd smile spreading across his face.

"Have it!"

He immediately turned around, went downstairs, and disappeared into the nearby famous alley.

Before long, sure enough, two glamorous and hot women approached and asked in sickeningly sweet voices.

"Hey handsome, wanna play? It's super cheap for an overnight stay~"

Xiao Ke looked at them, chuckled, and pulled out ten bright red 100-yuan bills from his pocket, waving them in front of them.

"Play! Of course we'll play! But not that kind of thing, we'll play something else."

The two women stared wide-eyed at the banknotes and immediately asked a question.

"What kind of exciting activities does the handsome guy want to try? We sisters are all ready to oblige!"

Xiao Ke shoved the money into their hands and pointed in the direction of Xueyuan Residential Area.

"Here, five hundred per person, all night! Come with me!"

The two women were overjoyed, thinking they had encountered a generous sucker. They quickly took the money and happily followed Xiao Ke back to the messy house.

However, after they entered, Xiao Ke pointed to the trash and dust all over the floor and said to them.

"Tonight's task is to clean this place thoroughly, inside and out! Mopping, wiping windows, washing dishes, tidying the kitchen and bathroom... don't forget a single thing!"

The two women were instantly dumbfounded!
"Huh? Cleaning?"

"Handsome, are you kidding me? We're here to do that... not to do cleaning!"

"Exactly! Five hundred yuan for this? Are you stupid?!"

Xiao Ke straightened his face and pointed to the door.

"You don't want to work? Give me my money back and get out of here right now!"

The two women looked at the five hundred yuan that were already warm in their hands, and then thought that they might not be able to earn that much even if they stood all night. Although they felt aggrieved, they gritted their teeth and accepted it.

"Let's do it! Consider us unlucky!"

One of the women spat in annoyance.

So, in the dead of night, two sexy women who should have been working in the sex industry reluctantly and grumbling began a frustrating "cleaning session," sweating profusely and cursing Xiao Ke's ancestors to the eighteenth generation in their hearts.

Xiao Ke didn't care what they thought. He found the network interface, plugged in the network cable, turned on his old laptop, and logged into a seemingly ordinary QQ group.

This group is full of people like him before, who live at the bottom of society and make a living through various shady means. They come from all walks of life and are well-informed.

He sent a message in the group.

"Brothers, I need to find someone, Prince Hui Zhao Hui. Where has he been lately? Has he met any unfamiliar faces? A generous reward will be given!"

Shortly after the message was sent, someone replied.

"Holy crap, Xiao Ke, why are you asking about him?"

That guy's been acting really weird lately, best to avoid him!

"I heard his balls were kicked and smashed; he's a psychopath!"

"Be careful, don't get yourself into trouble!"

Seeing the notification in the group, Xiao Ke felt a little uneasy, but thinking of Qin Luo's trust and the generous reward, he gritted his teeth and sent the message again.

"Brothers, please lend a hand! It's really urgent! Whoever has definite information will definitely get a good reward! I, Xiao Ke, keep my word!"

Xiao Ke's message caused a minor stir in the QQ group, but there weren't many truly valuable replies. After all, someone of Prince Hui's caliber wasn't someone these low-level thugs could easily get close to.

A while later, a person nicknamed "Fatty" messaged him privately.

"Ke Zi, are you inquiring about Prince Hui? I think I heard he's at 'Emperor's Mansion' tonight."

Xiao Ke perked up and replied immediately.

"Emgrand? Is the news reliable? What exactly are they doing at Emgrand?"

Fatty sent a lewd emoji.

"How would I know such details? I only know he's at the Emperor Hotel, probably just having some fun again. What? You want to ambush him? I advise you to save your breath, that's not a place we can mess with."

After thinking for a moment, Xiao Ke transferred 500 yuan to Pangdun directly through mobile banking and then sent a message.

"Thanks, Fatty, this is just a small token for the tea. If you have any more specific information, please let me know, and I'll reward you handsomely!"

After receiving the transfer, Fatty sent a series of thank-you emojis.

"Don't worry, Kezi, I'll let you know as soon as I have any news!"

Having obtained the key location "Emperor's Mansion," Xiao Ke felt more confident and began to think about how to approach and investigate further.

……

Meanwhile, inside the most exclusive VIP room at the Emperor's Nightclub.

The lights were dim, and the air was filled with the scents of expensive cigars, spirits, and perfumes.

Prince Zhao Hui lay half-reclined on the huge sofa. His previous mania and despair seemed to have dissipated considerably, replaced by an almost fawning enthusiasm, all of which he poured onto Sonoda Koji.

He personally poured wine and handed fruit to Koji Sonoda, his tone so warm it was almost humble.

"Koji! My good brother!"
"This time, I'm really counting on you! If your grandfather can cure me, you'll be the greatest benefactor of my life! From now on, in Fujian, no, in all of China! If you need anything, just say the word! If I, Zhao Hui, even frown, I'm not human!"

He seemed to already see his future of regaining his former glory and enjoying the blessings of having multiple wives. The way he looked at Koji Sonoda was like looking at a living bodhisattva who could save people from suffering.

Koji Sonoda waved his hand with a humble, even somewhat shy smile on his face.

"Young Master Hui, you're too kind. We're friends, helping each other is only right. It's just... my grandfather has a strange temper, and his conditions for helping..."

He deliberately hesitated to speak.

Prince Hui immediately patted his chest and guaranteed it.

"Don't worry, Koji! Name whatever your grandfather's conditions are! I, Zhao Hui, will never refuse, even if it means going through fire and water!"

He was completely blinded by the hope of regaining his function.

Koji Sonoda sneered inwardly, but outwardly remained harmless. He leaned closer to Prince Hui, lowered his voice, and was about to bring up the condition of "killing Qin Luo" again...

at this time!

"Bang" sound!
The heavy solid wood door to the private room was suddenly pushed open from the outside!

The sudden noise caused the music in the private room to stop for a moment.

Qiu Qinxiang stood at the door with an icy expression. She had obviously rushed over and was still wearing her outdoor clothes.

Her sharp gaze swept over the smoky atmosphere of the private room and the scantily clad hostesses who hadn't yet completely retreated. Her brows furrowed, and her face made no attempt to hide her displeasure and anger. "Mom? What brings you here?"

Slightly tipsy, Prince Hui was stunned for a moment when he saw his mother, then an excited smile appeared on his face as he struggled to get up from the sofa.

"Mom! You've come at the perfect time! I have amazing news for you! Koji's grandfather, a descendant of ancient Japanese medicine, can cure me..."

Before he could finish speaking, he saw several bodyguards in black suits following behind his mother, which immediately became an eyesore, so he waved his hand impatiently.

"You lot, get out! Can't you see that my mom, Hao Er, and I have important things to discuss?"

However, the bodyguards stood like wooden stakes, motionless, their eyes all fixed on Qiu Qinxiang.

Qiu Qinxiang took a deep breath, suppressing her anger, and waved to the bodyguards. The bodyguards then bowed and left the private room, closing the door behind them.

Seeing that the annoying person had left, Prince Hui was excited and wanted to continue the previous topic.

"Mom, I have something to tell you, Koji..."

"Shut up!"

Qiu Qinxiang interrupted him sharply. She had no interest in hearing any good news about the cure; she was only concerned about the potentially life-threatening matter!
She walked a few steps to Prince Hui, her gaze sharp as knives, staring intently into his eyes, and asked in a low voice, word by word.

"I'm asking you! Tonight, in the underground parking lot of Xueyuan Residential Complex, someone drove a car into Qin Luo, trying to kill him!"

Did you do this?!

Her voice trembled slightly, as if she both hoped for a negative answer and feared a positive one.

Crown Prince Hui was stunned by his mother's sudden and stern questioning. He blinked his somewhat dazed eyes, his face showing genuine astonishment and bewilderment.

"Someone hit Qin Luo? Trying to kill him? When did this happen? I...I don't know!"

He instinctively retorted, then a gloating grin spread across his face.

"Hahaha! Serves him right! Which hero did this? He really avenged me! It's a pity I didn't kill that bastard!"

Seeing her son's genuine surprise and subsequent resentment, Qiu Qinxiang finally felt a little relieved.

It wasn't Xiaohui who did it... Thank goodness, it wasn't him...

She let out a long sigh of relief, feeling a cold sweat break out on her back.

As long as it wasn't Xiaohui who did it, there's still room for maneuver.

Only then did her gaze turn to Koji Sonoda, who had been sitting quietly to the side with a humble smile on his face.

"Koji is here too."

Qiu Qinxiang forced a smile, her tone softening considerably.

"Xiao Hui just said... your grandfather can cure his... problem?"

Koji Sonoda quickly stood up and bowed respectfully to Qinxiang Qiu, his attitude impeccable.

“Yes, Madam Qiu. My grandfather is proficient in some ancient medical techniques, and perhaps there are some special methods we can try for Hui Shao’s condition.”

Upon hearing this, Qiu Qinxiang's eyes immediately lit up with surprise!
This was practically the only good news she had heard in days!

She excitedly stepped forward, grasped Koji Sonoda's hand, and thanked him repeatedly.

"Koji! That's wonderful! If your grandfather can really cure Koji, you'll be a great benefactor to my son and me! Regardless of whether it works out in the end, I'll remember this favor! If you need anything in the future, just let me know!"

Her joy at this moment was genuine; if her son could recover, that would be more important than anything else.

Koji Sonoda appeared flattered and repeatedly declined the compliments.

"Madam Qiu, you're too kind. It's what I should do."

However, a cold, calculating glint flashed deep within his lowered eyes.

Of course, he wouldn't tell Qiu Qinxiang the condition for Crown Prince Hui to kill Qin Luo right now. That villain is enough to let Crown Prince Hui do.

Qiu Qinxiang was in a great mood and didn't bother to dwell on the smoky atmosphere in the private room. She spoke to Prince Hui.

"Alright, stop standing here and come home with me! Look at the state you're in!"

Upon learning that her son was not the murderer who killed Qin Luo, and hearing the hope of a cure, Qiu Qinxiang's gloom dissipated considerably. She left the Emperor's Nightclub with the somewhat unwilling but rebellious Prince Hui.

Back home, Qiu Qinxiang questioned him carefully about the assassination case, and only after confirming that Prince Hui was indeed unaware of it did she feel completely at ease.

Prince Hui returned to his room and, recalling his mother's words, felt a little uneasy.

"Someone actually made a move against Qin Luo before me? Who could it be? That bitch Mu Linshan? Or did she offend someone else?"

However, he was only curious for a moment and quickly forgot about it.

He's now obsessed with going to the island nation for treatment and regaining his virility.

He even thought maliciously.

"Whoever did it, I hope they succeed! Once Qin Luo is dead, I'll go to Japan, cure him, and come back as the Crown Prince of Mindu!"

……

A few days flew by.

That day, Chen Jinhua and her daughter Chen Yiyi were about to finish their trip in Fuzhou and return to Yanjing. Their flight was in the afternoon.

At noon, Qin Luo held a small farewell party for them at his luxurious residence on the top floor of Yipin International.

The huge dining table was laden with a dazzling array of dishes.

These were not ordinary takeout orders, but delicacies from all over the country, prepared by chefs from various branches of his business "Yipinxuan" in Mindu, and delivered by special personnel and vehicles as soon as possible.

From Cantonese abalone, sea cucumber, shark fin, and fish maw, to the spicy and savory flavors of Sichuan cuisine, and the delicate seasonal vegetables of Jiangsu and Zhejiang, everything is available, making it extremely luxurious.

Looking at the table full of delicious food, Chen Yiyi's face flushed with excitement as she took photos with her phone.

Although Chen Jinhua was well-informed, she was touched by Qin Luo's sincerity, and a gentle smile appeared in her eyes.

"Brother Qin Luo, you've gone to too much trouble!"

"Chen Yiyi said in a sweet voice."

"A small token of my appreciation, to bid you farewell."

Qin Luo smiled and raised his glass.

"I wish you a safe journey and a smooth return to Yanjing."

Just as the three of them raised their glasses in a warm and harmonious atmosphere, the doorbell suddenly rang.

Qin Luo raised an eyebrow slightly. Who could it be at this time?

He got up and walked to the door. Looking through the peephole, he saw a strange man standing outside wearing a "Yipinxuan" uniform, carrying an exquisite insulated food container.

Qin Luo opened the door.

"Hello, Mr. Qin."

The man handed over the food box with a professional, respectful smile.

"This was specially ordered by the manager to be delivered to us. It's a 'Fragrant Stew in a Jar' Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, personally simmered by the sixteenth generation descendant of the original store's Buddha Jumps Over the Wall. He said it's to add a dish for our distinguished guest and wish you a pleasant meal." (End of Chapter)

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